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Powerful back-to-back earthquakes have struck Venezuela, causing buildings to collapse in the capital, Caracas.
The US Geological Survey says the quakes measured 7-point-1 and 7-point-5, and warns high casualties and widespread damage are likely.
Authorities have urged people to stay away from damaged structures while rescue efforts continue.
"A seismic event has occurred. We have buildings, homes and houses which have collapsed and we are taking care of things with everything we have available in terms of security, civil assistance. No one should stay inside buildings because this kind of event is usually followed by aftershocks."
Donald Trump has clashed with NATO chief Mark Rutte over whether Europe is doing enough on defence.
The US President says several allies are still falling short and relying too much on American support.
Mr Rutte says there are problems, but most countries are stepping up.
"There’s reason for disappointment. Absolutely. But my argument is this, these are isolated cases. When you look at the overall. Take, for example, Germany. From day one, they delivered on their commitments. These countries all did what they promised to do. I would argue it would have been very difficult to do Iran without having Europe as a power projection platform for the United States. He’s right, there is also reason for disappointment. So this is a mixed bag."
Two teal independent MPs have launched a new centrist political party.
Zali Steggall and Allegra Spender have announced the formation of Community Strong Australia, which will operate without a formal leader.
Ms Steggall says the major parties are no longer serving ordinary Australians.
"I care deeply about the laws and how they impact lives but I was concerned that too often politics was not based on merit, on clear facts but it was made on vested interests, party brokers, ideology and it left ordinary Australians behind."
Brisbane is on track to overtake Sydney as Australia’s most expensive city for units.
New figures from Domain predict Brisbane’s median unit price could rise by up to nine per cent to almost eight-hundred-and-ninety-three thousand dollars by 2027.
Domain says strong population growth, investor demand and a tight rental market are driving the shift.
Star player Vinicius Jr has helped Brazil win their match against Scotland, 3-nil at U-S state of Florida.
With two goals, and plenty of shots, the Real Madrid star eased past Scotland to win their World Cup group stage.
Meanwhile in Atlanta, Haiti score their first World Cup goal in 52 years against Morocco, but the African team won 4-2.
