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Headlines: Australia records worst diphtheria outbreak
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- The Daily Aus
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- May 20, 2026
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- 264
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Summary
Today's headlines include: Australia’s worst diphtheria outbreak on record has prompted a public vaccination warning. A 12 hour manhunt has ended in two arrests after a deadly shooting in southwest Sydney. Chinese leader Xi Jinping has welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin to Beijing, just days after hosting U.S. President Donald Trump. And today's good news: For the first time, scientists have confirmed that humpback whales are making epic ocean crossings between Australia and Brazil, journeying more than 14,000km. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Sam Koslowski Producer: Rosa Bowden Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us? We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.