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Australia, Japan reject Trump's demands to help secure Strait of Hormuz
The US President said seven countries had been contacted about protecting the vital shipping channel, but didn't identify them. Audio
US 'pro-family' group worked with Senegal activists pushing anti-LGBT law
MassResistance, known for its work at home pushing legislation against same-sex marriage, has advised like-minded African activists for years.
Videos capture moment hot air balloon knocks kayakers into lake
"When the balloon came at us, it was really fast - faster than anticipated."
OZ Update: What's happening in Australia?
Brad Foster joins us from Sydney to give us the latest update on what's hitting the headlines across the Tasman. Audio
It's hot in LA where movie stars gather for the Oscars
The red carpet is out for Hollywood's biggest stars - Carol Ramos reports in from LA Audio
US: latest in Iran war, economic impact showing at gas pumps
No let up on the war front over the weekend, Katherine Firkin joins First Up from New York Audio
What we know about Michigan synagogue rammed by truck
The FBI have called it a "targeted act of violence against the Jewish community".
'Deranged conspiracy': Prince Harry's spokesperson slams new book
The new book about Prince Harry is written by Tom Bower, who has written a number of biographies about the royals.
Three members of Iranian women's football team return home after seeking asylum
Last week, seven players and support staff sought asylum following the Women's Asian Cup tournament in Australia.
Explosion at Amsterdam Jewish school 'deliberate attack', mayor says
Mayor Femke Halsema said the incident was being taken very seriously and would lead to increased security at Jewish institutions.
Can anyone actually win the Iran war?
British historian and geopolitical commentator Mark Almond joins Jim to discuss what history can teach us about the possible outcome of the Iran war. Audio
How Bluey nails the perfect playground sounds
Tasked by his brother Joe, Bluey's creator, with avoiding animation stereotypes, Dan Brumm created a "natural" sound for the hit show.
'Many countries' will send warships to keep Strait of Hormuz open, Trump says
The White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment on whether any countries had agreed to send ships.
Can a multivitamin slow the ageing process? Not really
A daily multivitamin can help slow markers of biological ageing, a new study claims, but its senior author doesn't recommend doing that.
Can we design sports shoes that don’t squeak? Here’s what the science says
Taking inspiration from Leonardo da Vinci's studies of friction, the 'sneaker squeak' question cuts to a deep problem in physics.
Kharg Island: The tiny coral outcrop at the heart of Iran's oil industry
The island handles roughly 90 percent of the country's crude exports - meaning any assault on it risks major escalation.
North Korea fires 10 ballistic missiles during US-South Korea military drills
The missiles were launched from an area near the capital Pyongyang towards the sea off the country's east coast.
US prosecutors defend block on Venezuelan state funds for Maduro's defence
Maduro's lawyer argued that the revocation interfered with Maduro's right to counsel under the Sixth Amendment to the US Constitution.
Pakistani airstrikes cause civilian casualties in Kabul, Taliban and UN say
Pakistan bombed the fuel depot of private airline Kam Air near Afghanistan's Kandahar airport, the ruling Taliban said.
US to escort ships through Strait of Hormuz, 'obliterated' targets on Kharg Island - Trump
Donald Trump says the US military has "totally obliterated" targets on Iran's Kharg Island which serves as the export terminal for 90 percent of the country's oil shipments.