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For better brain health, it's never too late to get active
Even beyond the age of 65, exercise diminishes dementia risk, a new study has found.
Chinese jets point radar at Japanese aircraft, Japan says
Japan said that Chinese fighter jets had aimed their radar at Japanese military aircraft.
Ukraine peace talks end in Miami with lingering questions
As the talks concluded, the Kremlin welcomed US President Donald Trump's new security strategy.
US: President ramps up attacks on immigrants
President Trump attacks immigrants and awards Gene Simmons a Kennedy Centre honour as Katherine Firkin reports. Audio
European leaders will discuss Ukraine, Russia war
Talks between the US and Ukraine have been held in Florida - Anita Purcell-Sjölund has the news out of Europe Audio
At least 23 people dead after fire in Indian nightclub
Videos on social media showed ambulances lining up to help the injured.
US Defence Secretary says he backs second strike on Caribbean vessel
The September 2 attack was the first of 22 on vessels in the southern Caribbean and Pacific carried out by the U.S. military
Across the Tasman with the ABC’s Angus Grigg
Angus Grigg is an investigative reporter based in Sydney and is part of ABC's Four Corners team. He joins Jim to discuss the news making the headlines in Australia. Audio
Fears number of homes lost in NSW fires could rise
More than 70 fires continue to burn across NSW.
Dozen people, including 3 children, killed in South Africa hostel shooting
The attack is the latest in a string of mass shootings that have shocked the crime‑weary country of 63 million people.
US sets 2027 deadline for Europe-led NATO defence
The message, recounted by five sources familiar with the discussion, including a U.S. official, was conveyed at a meeting in Washington this week.
World Bank to partner with global vaccine group on $2 billion funding
The partners say they will work together to find funds for healthcare and vaccines for 1.5 billion people.
Latest news from the US with Karen Kasler
Statehouse News Bureau chief Karen Kasler joins Jim to discuss the latest news coming out of the US. Audio
Hong Kong fire came after contractor safety breaches, residents' revolt
Homeowners at the complex destroyed in the deadly fires were incorrectly told the contractor had a clean safety record.
Germany approves plan to boost military recruitment, as Europe counters Russia
The controversial bill to boost Germany's armed forces passed convincingly, but young people protested in more than 80 German cities.
Chernobyl nuclear plant protective shield damaged, UN agency says
Initial repairs were successful, but comprehensive restoration is needed to ensure nuclear safety.
Up to 10 NSW homes destroyed by bushfires
Australia's southeast is experiencing a dangerous wildfire day, with total fire bans and severe heatwave warnings across New South Wales.
Notorious child murderer von Einem dies in Adelaide
South Australia Premier Peter Malinauskas confirmed that von Einem died while serving a life sentence.
Large parts of Australia to pass 40C as heatwave hits
The first heatwave of the summer will reach its peak across New South Wales on Saturday.
What is the FIFA Peace Prize and why did Donald Trump win?
How the winner was chosen isn't exactly clear.