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News for Wednesday
20 Feb 2013
A report released overnight investigates the toxic culture of the Australian swim team during the 2012 London Olympics. Plus, over in the UK, the royal baby has made its first appearance.
Report released over Olympic toxic culture
The independent Bluestone Review was released yesterday, slamming a toxic culture in Australia’s swimming team at the London Olympic games. The report found a number of incidents including peer intimidation, hazing and abuse of prescription drugs. Read more on the ABC.
Help for Hep C patients
Two new drugs have been listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme. Doctors believe this could double the number of people cured of hepatitis C. The drugs could also halve the duration of treatment for people with a certain type of Hep C. Read more.
Trawler stuck for another day
The stranded trawler off Cronulla will be there for another day as the attempt to float it off the rocks at high tide this morning failed. Salvage crews now have to wait until high tide tomorrow. Sydney Morning Herald has the full story.
Diamond heist fit for Hollywood
Eight thieves, toting machine guns and disguised as police officers, have made off with over $60 million worth of diamonds from Brussels airport. It was all over in a matter of minutes after the gang drove through the perimeter fence of the airport. The ABC has more.
Royal baby bump on show
The Duchess of Cambridge has showed off her baby bump for the first time at a public event, after confessing of nerves over giving birth. Read the story and see the picture on Yahoo Seven.
Do you think it’s a boy or a girl? Share your guesses on our Facebook page.
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