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US strikes Iran; the conflict between Israel and Iran has many people worried; Wren finds out about the history of NAIDOC; the team meet Penny, an 11-year-old, who's about to compete in the BMX Racing World Championships.

More than 30,000 military personnel take part in Exercise Talisman Sabre; UNESCO decides to add the rock art of Murujuga in WA to its world heritage list; Colossal Biosciences announces plans to bring back the Moa: an extinct giant bird.

Fans will need to pay an entry fee at Blues Point to see New Year's Eve fireworks; travel agency Webjet has been hit with a $9 million fine; Asa Vermette, 18, makes history as the youngest ever Hardline champion.

The team mark 80 years since the Hiroshima bombing, find out what opinions are on the under-16s YouTube ban, and learn about the rise of AI companions.

Netanyahu plans to seize control of Gaza; global delegates meet in Switzerland to draft a plastic pollution treaty; Australian Dental Association study shows inadequate tooth-brushing habits among children.

Anthony Albanese announces Australia will officially recognise Palestine as an independent state; a look at the seasonal calendar of Australia's First Nations people; Australian kids dress as their favourite characters for Book Week.