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The worlds ultra-rich, comprising just fifty-six thousand individuals, hold an astounding amount of global wealth, equivalent to the capacity of a medium-sized football stadium. This elite group, mostly centi-millionaires with an average net worth of nearly one billion euros, control three times the wealth of the poorest half of humanity. Their wealth is growing at a faster rate, exacerbating the global wealth disparity.

Fierce border clashes between Cambodia and Thailand escalate, with at least 14 killed and over 500,000 displaced. Thailand rejects Trumps intervention, while Cambodia readies for negotiations. Intense fighting reported on 16 fronts, with civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure. Thailand accuses Cambodia of using drones and tanks, while Cambodia blames Thailand for artillery and air strikes near civilian areas.

A Danish sperm donor, carrying a rare genetic mutation linked to increased cancer risk, has fathered nearly two hundred children worldwide. Despite being asymptomatic, his sperm was sold to sixty-seven clinics across fourteen countries between 2006 and 2022. Two children developed cancer, leading to the discovery of the mutation. The European Sperm Bank, after initial testing, resumed sperm sales, but later blocked the donors sperm use due to the mutation. This incident underscores the need for international regulations on sperm donation.

Tensions rise in East China Sea as US, Japan, and China trade accusations over radar incidents and joint patrols. Japan protests Chinese military aircraft locking radar onto its jets, while China defends its training activities as legal and safe. US and Japan express concern over regional stability, with Australia calling for calm. Coast guard incidents further escalate tensions near disputed Senkaku islands.

Australian banks Westpac and National Australia Bank face pressure from environmental groups and pension funds to change lending practices, particularly regarding fossil fuels and deforestation. Shareholder resolutions, backed by funds managing hundreds of billions of dollars, aim to hold the banks accountable for their environmental impact. Westpacs annual general meeting will focus on its fossil fuel lending, while National Australia Bank faces a resolution concerning its financing of businesses involved in forest clearing. Both banks boards oppose these resolutions, highlighting the ongoing debate about environmental responsibility in the financial sector. The outcomes of these meetings could set a precedent for how Australian banks navigate the transition to a greener economy.

Thousands of Victorian school leavers receive VCE results, with record numbers achieving high scores. Iris Zavros Phillips, a student with ADHD and dyslexia, secures a provisional spot in a Bachelor of Interior Design course after finding VCE more suitable. Preshil private school reintroduces VCE to retain students and improve financial situation.

Breaking News: Sixth Arrest in Murder Investigation; Forty-Four-Year-Old Man Charged with Murder and Grievous Bodily Harm

A man with schizoaffective disorder, David Gourlay, was sentenced to sixteen months in prison for stalking radio host Jackie O. Gourlay, who had never met Jackie O, sent her thousands of delusional messages over five months, claiming they were in a relationship and had a child together. He was found sitting outside her residence, leading to his arrest and mental health assessment. Despite his lawyers plea for leniency due to his productive behavior when medicated, the prosecutor pushed for a jail sentence due to the explicit and targeted nature of the messages. Gourlay, with an extensive criminal record, was sentenced to sixteen months, with at least eight months to be served, and a five-year apprehended violence order prohibiting him from contacting Jackie O.

Spotify cracks down on AI impersonator of King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, highlighting growing concern in music industry about AI-generated content.