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Bulletins — 2026-09-09
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A study reveals that thirty-one former rugby league players have been diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy, a degenerative brain disease linked to repeated head injuries. Meanwhile, Amnesty International calls for investigations into three American and Israeli attacks in Tehran that reportedly killed at least forty-one civilians, with the potential to be considered war crimes.
In Australia, the eighth Australian has been found safe in Nepal following the devastating floods, and the Reserve Bank of Australia’s deputy governor warns that interest rates may rise again if inflation continues unchecked.
In legal news, One Nation's Victorian leader Warren Pickering has admitted to past drug use just ahead of the state election. Furthermore, an inquest will begin into a tragic house fire on Russell Island that took the lives of six people, including five boys.
Lastly, Brisbane has introduced a new mechanical device, dubbed the "Esky Lid," to help prevent flooding in its underground tunnels.
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In NRL news, Newcastle forward Francis Manuleleua is pushing through injury as he and his unheralded Knights prepare for the finals. Despite dislocating his right elbow less than two weeks ago, he remains determined and ready to compete.
In AFL, Brisbane Lions premiership hero Zac Bailey has decided to re-sign with the reigning premiers, putting an end to speculation about a move to Adelaide.
In tennis, Dutchman Botic van de Zandschulp has made headlines by coming back from two sets down to win one of the longest matches in US Open history, surviving a match point along the way.
And in NFL news, all eyes are on Melbourne as the San Francisco 49ers prepare to face the Los Angeles Rams at the MCG, marking the first regular-season NFL game in Australia.
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