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AM edition, Thursday, November 19, 2020

Good morning, Canberra. Some early fog will lift to reveal a glorious day with a top of 28 degrees. Here’s what’s making news in the capital.

Bitter fruit of an 'ego-fuelled' kill culture

Subscriber only: Australians are braced for a dark day of revelations about alleged war crimes. For commando veteran David Wegman, the unmasking of a secretive culture of ‘kill counts’ should prompt deep introspection - and not just in the army.

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Underdog Maroons win State of Origin series

Harry Grant has announced himself as Queensland's next big thing after leading the hosts to a dramatic State of Origin series win in Brisbane.

More hiding space for MPs' dodgy dealings

Subscriber only: New secrecy provisions prohibit commissioners from reporting on evidence or findings relating to MPs and staff.

Pfizer ready to apply for vaccine approval

Pfizer Inc says final results from the late-stage trial of its COVID-19 vaccine show it was 95 per cent effective.

The Afghanistan inquiry: what we know so far

Explainer: Australians have been warned to brace themselves as the findings of an inquiry into potential war crimes are handed down today.

Students, staff safety at risk as maintenance lags

Subscriber only: Parents are worried a lack of funding and long term vision for school maintenance could put students and staff at risk.

Too early for a mass return to office, doctors say

The Australian Medical Association says people shouldn't be rushing back to offices or public transport just yet.

'Real game changer': New van to help vulnerable

A health service that offers support to Canberra's vulnerable will be upgraded from a suitcase to a van.

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ACT govt had decades to improve hospitals

Opinion: The COVID-19 pandemic has masked the state of affairs at Canberra Hospital, writes Daniella White.

Canberra Raiders hungry to re-sign Emre Guler

Subscriber only: The Raiders will lock in the young gun for two years, ensuring they'll keep their Sydney game kebab supplier on board.

Refugee in Canberra searches for hope

Opinion: In challenging times, Ali fights to keep his dream of reuniting with his family alive, writes Kim Huynh.

Archibald set to shine in surreal chance

Subscriber only: Abe Archibald is set to defend his NSW title as the National Boxing Series puts Canberra live on Fox Sports.

Times Past

Two boys were swept nearly a mile along an open storm drain before being rescued by a policeman and ambulance officer, reported The Canberra Times, on this day 50 years ago. The incident happened during a heavy storm which hit Canberra and deposited more than an inch of rain in two hours.
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