| | The Delta COVID-19 variant could be putting young, healthy people at greater risk of fatal heart complications, according to the director of Australia's leading cardiac research centre. | | | There were so many fires to put out this week, yet never has it felt quite so much like no-one was holding the hose, writes Laura Tingle. | | | Melbourne's western suburbs have some of the lowest vaccination rates in the state, but the young, culturally diverse population is pulling together and trying to get vaccinated in the face of the latest coronavirus threat. | | | A new book examines how her brother's lie, the FBI's thirst for knowledge and traditional ideas about what makes a good wife led to Ethel's conviction. | | | Health authorities are taking a wait-and-see approach ahead of a decision over whether lockdown restrictions will ease in south-east Queensland tomorrow. | | | The women's marathon has been moved forward to a 7:00am AEST start to try to beat the heat in Tokyo, while Australian Hannah Green starts the final round of the golf in a tie for third spot. Follow live. | | | When the nine-year-old says no, flat-out no, to lockdown number six, to home learning, to social distancing, to staying away from his friends – what do you do? Virginia Trioli writes. | | | Olympic hosts have big dreams of attracting tourists, advertisers and the eyes of the world. But in recent years they have usually been a poisoned chalice, leaving cities littered with white elephants. | | | A consistent series of throws helps Barber claim Australia's second medal in the athletics program in Tokyo, as she adds bronze to her world title in the women's javelin. | | | Chinese authorities have previously curbed outbreaks within days or weeks by mass testing and strict lockdowns, stopping infection from spreading. But now China is facing its biggest COVID battle since last year. | | | | | | Download the ABC News app | Available on Android and Apple devices | | The ABC NEWS app makes it easier for you to stay up to date with the latest news and information from Australia's most trusted news source. | | | | The ABC sent this message to wwwhindimen.australia@blogger.com these details are included to help provide assurance that this is a genuine email from ABC.
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