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Sunday's earthquake has destroyed entire villages across the mountains of eastern Afghanistan, burying residents under the rubble. As perilous rescue operations continue, there are desperate cries for help.

Hungry Palestinians have queued at a soup kitchen in Khan Younis, empty pots in hand, as famine tightens its grip on Gaza. Families say aid is failing to reach them, while shortages and soaring prices have left markets bare. The United Nations says nearly half a million people in Gaza face catastrophic hunger, nearly a quarter of the territory's population.

As spring approaches, beach goers in New South Wales may notice the annual program of shark nets being rolled out on the state's popular beaches. But for a long time, marine scientists and environmentalists have voiced concerns about their efficiency and negative impacts on other animals. This year, three New South Wales councils decide to adopt a trial of removing shark nets.