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Nepal Floods: Death toll from the Nepal–Tibet flash floods has climbed to nearly 800, with thousands still missing, including reports of 41 Australians unaccounted for as families press for better access to Chinese authorities and more help from Canberra. Pacific Diplomacy: Pressure is building ahead of the Pacific Islands Forum leaders meeting in Palau, with multiple leaders expected to miss the summit and some pull-outs privately blamed on Chinese pressure—an issue Australia will be watching closely. Roads & Small Business: Victoria Labor is pitching a pothole reporting website and supervised prisoner road maintenance to speed repairs, while the federal government starts talks on simplifying retail leasing rules so small businesses can expand across state borders. Home Insurance: ASIC warns some insurers may short-change homeowners with cash settlement offers based on single quotes, potentially leaving customers to pay the gap for repairs. Health & Society: Advocates say GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are reigniting “skinny culture” stigma for women, while new pharmacy access data flags rural service gaps. Travel & Tourism: Qantas is rolling out lie-flat beds and privacy doors on its A321XLR Business Class, and Minor Hotels plans to launch Avani Cypress Lakes Resort in Australia. Sports: Australian boxing legend Tony Mundine has died aged 75, while England’s Joe Root urges “grown-up” celebrations after a series win over Pakistan.

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