Paris Olympics day 13: Boxing, marathon swimming and volleyball

In Beit Lahia, northern Gaza, an Israeli strike killed at least nine people and injured several others, marking the deadliest incident since a ceasefire began in January. The Israeli military claimed the strike targeted six "terrorists" retrieving a drone, including individuals involved in previous attacks. Among the casualties were members of a media team documenting relief efforts, leading to accusations of a "horrific massacre" by Hamas and violations of international law. Full Article

Childcare provider Genius has closed several centres in Australia amid claims of underpaid staff and unpaid rent, leading to legal action by the United Workers Union to recover wages and penalties. Parents and workers are frustrated by poor communication and financial struggles, with some staff going without pay since February. The Fair Work Ombudsman is investigating the situation. Full Article

A snorkeller in his 60s disappeared in the water at Greens Pool in William Bay near Denmark, leading to the closure of the popular tourist beach. Search efforts were suspended for the night but will resume tomorrow with police divers from Perth. The man was visiting WA with his family when he got into distress while snorkelling among the rocks, with rescue crews facing challenges due to poor weather conditions and visibility. Full Article

OpenAI and Elon Musk have agreed to expedite a trial over OpenAI's transition to a for-profit model, following a public feud between Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. Musk's lawsuit alleges that OpenAI strayed from its original mission, while Altman claims Musk is attempting to hinder a competitor. The outcome of the trial will determine the future of OpenAI's funding and competitiveness in the AI industry, with significant financial stakes involved. Full Article

Hundreds of people rallied across Australia to end violence against women, with many politicians failing to attend. Femicide researcher Sherele Moody highlighted the 117 women killed since January 2024 and called for more decisive action and funding. While the government has invested $4 billion in initiatives, advocates stress the need for a national register to track female deaths to violence. Full Article

The Raiders showcased a dominant performance at home, defeating the Broncos 32-22 with six tries and standout performances from Papali'i, Horsburgh, Young, and Hosking. English recruit Matty Nicholson impressed with a double on debut, while the Broncos struggled with errors and poor play from Reece Walsh. In other matches, the Rabbitohs staged a comeback to defeat the Dragons, and the Cowboys suffered a second consecutive defeat, losing 36-12 to the Sharks due to defensive issues....