Rape ‘effectively decriminalised’, no survivors from US plane crash, Marianne Faithfull dies

‘Stay strong’ | The investigation into the Dural explosives find continues today as the Daily Telegraph rejected criticism that its reporting had compromised police efforts. The discovery of the possible antisemitic plot – added to a spate of attacks in recent weeks – has made parents in the Jewish community (above) fearful for children as the new school year begins.

Broken justice | Few alleged offenders are found guilty; many victims are retraumatised. Benita Kolovos looks into the obstacles to sexual assault survivors finding justice in Australian criminal courts. As part of the Broken justice series, a survivor writes: “We go to police as a sign of strength to ourselves. A desire to go back to the scene of the crime, and this time, to win. Unfortunately, however, few end up winning.”

Last chance | Labor is on track to pass the centrepiece of its Future Made in Australia plan, but other legislation is either up in the air – such as its plan to cap political donations – or faces very little chance, such as hiking tax on super balances over $3m.

Homeless spike | The number of Australians experiencing long-term homelessness has surged almost 25% in just five years, according to new figures described as “grim” by a peak advocacy group.

Upping the Antic | The Liberal party’s moderate wing is set to lose more influence in federal parliament with an Alex Antic-backed candidate tipped to take the Senate seat once held by Simon Birmingham.

Hostage release | Three Israelis (including Arbel Yehud, pictured) and five Thai citizens held in Gaza have been freed, although their release in Khan Younis was delayed by a chaotic crowd.

Trump low | Donald Trump has begun his term with an approval rating of 47% – making him the first president to have sub-50% reading at this stage of his presidency. Robert F Kennedy Jr’s hopes of becoming health secretary were strained by another day of bruising hearings on Capitol Hill in which he avoided saying the Covid vaccine was effective.

‘Foreign power’ | The Swedish government has pointed the finger at a “foreign power” after an Iraqi refugee on trial for Qur’an burnings was shot dead.

Holy mess | John Perumbalath, the bishop of Liverpool, has bowed to pressure and quit amid allegations of sexual assault and harassment.

Asteroid watch | A 100 metre-wide asteroid has triggered global planetary defence procedures for the first time after telescope observations revealed it has a 1.3% chance of colliding with Earth in 2032.

‘A wonderful life’ | Marianne Faithfull, whose six-decade career marked her out as one of Britain’s most characterful singer-songwriters, has died aged 78.

Women’s Ashes | Australian spinner Alana King produced a performance worthy of the big occasion at the MCG as her 4-45 helped dismiss England for 170 before her batters closed the gap to just 114. Geoff Lemon writes that Australia could play with three lucky-dip winners from the crowd and still come out on top.

Cricket | A century on debut by Josh Inglis and a first double ton from Usman Khawaja helped Australia tighten the screws on Sri Lanka, who were later reduced to 3-44 in the series opener.

Europa League | The junior European competition reaches its group-stage climax this morning. Follow the action live.

New South Wales | State government response due to interim report of cannabis regulation inquiry after drug summit.

Canberra | Australian Electoral Commission media briefing on upcoming federal election at 11am.

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