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Bulletins — 2026-08-19
News
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In our top story today, new research reveals a concerning link between cannabis use and psychosis, indicating that users who develop psychosis in their thirties experience symptoms significantly earlier than non-users.
In international news, ten people have been killed after Russian missiles struck shops in a Ukrainian village, including a post office and café, as the conflict continues to escalate.
The United States has described an Israeli strike on a Syrian air base as an unnecessary escalation, urging both nations to focus on dialogue instead of military actions.
Back home, the Senate has passed controversial changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme, following a deal struck between Labor and the Coalition.
In sports, the Sydney Swans have announced that players involved in a recent incident at a Melbourne hotel are in serious breach of club standards.
Finally, a mistrial has been declared in a murder case from two thousand and seven involving an alleged stabbing at a birthday party in Adelaide.
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Sport
This is Radio Nine Zero One with your latest sports news.
In a significant turn of events, opening batter Jake Weatherald has been dropped from Australia's Test squad following their stunning loss to Bangladesh in Darwin, marking a historic low for the team.
Meanwhile, the Australian Rugby League team faces a shortage of backrowers for the upcoming World Cup, but South Sydney's rising star Tallis Duncan could be the key to filling that gap.
In other news, David Warner has learned his fate over a drink driving charge related to an incident following a barbecue in April, where he was seen moving from the driver’s seat just before a random testing site.
Lastly, four players from the Sydney Swans, including Chad Warner and Isaac Heeney, are reportedly linked to an ongoing police investigation in Melbourne, though it remains unclear if they were directly involved.
That wraps up our sports stories. Stay tuned for more soothing sounds here on Radio Nine Zero One.