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Today’s Headlines AM Edition, Saturday October 21, 2023 Good morning, Canberra. We're in for a partly cloudy but warm Saturday top of 29 degrees. Here’s what’s making news in the capital. Canberra's public pools ready to reopen Weather: Put refreshing spring dips at the pool on your agenda this weekend as temperatures are expected to hit almost 30 degrees. Iconic Lake Burley Griffin paddleboats close down Community: LBG's iconic paddleboats have reached the end of their useful life and are in need of major repairs the operator cannot afford. Prime Minister has no plans to visit Israel despite unrest Politics: Anthony Albanese has confirmed he has no plans to visit Israel following pressure from the opposition to make a stop in the Middle East en route to the US. Hamas release US mother and daughter hostages World: The Islamist group Hamas says it has released two US hostages - a mother and daughter - for what it called "humanitarian reasons" following Qatari mediation efforts. The journalism you trust. Check out our digital subscription plans today. SUBSCRIBE The Kingston penthouse worthy of setting ACT price record Property: A three-storey penthouse with unobstructed views of Lake Burley Griffin has been listed for sale and is fit for a worldly buyer willing to pay a "premium" price. Teen with rheumatoid arthritis wants to prove people wrong Canberra Times Fun Run: As someone who is fiercely independent, news of her autoimmune disease was exceptionally hard for her to hear. A hard line will only empower extremists Opinion: There's no way to make the massacre acceptable. But that was the point, writes Jack Waterford. The ACT's future of education strategy doesn't make the cut Analysis: We're halfway through a 10-year plan but educational equity is going backwards, writes Sarah Lansdown. 'I'm not picky': meet the Canberran stranded on Love Island TV: Canberra's dating pool is "limited", says Tia Gregory. The 24-year-old territorian is hoping for better luck as a contestant on the new series of Love Island Australia. The unintended consequence of Brumbies' Japan trip Rugby union: The Brumbies secured wins against Suntory Sungoliath and Black Rams Tokyo on their pre-season tour of Japan. But did some players play too well? Chifley street eyes answers on beloved stolen wombat figure Community: Now, this really does look to be the act of an absolute scoundrel. Our point of departure on drugs Opinion: What can we learn from Portugal's decriminalisation project ahead of the ACT's change, asks Steve Evans. Solar opposites drive ANU team's outback bid Transport: A team of ANU students is ready to take on the rest of the world on "home" turf in a gruelling 3000km solar car race in the Aussie outback. Sinking feeling: iconic blue boat sliced up for scrap metal Tim the Yowie Man: This week, with no serious buyers on the horizon, a Monaro icon was carved into tiny pieces to be sold as scrap metal. 'Bootleg Bluey': why US series is raising eyebrows Watch: The US show is similar in look, sound, and style to the cartoon Brisbane family. Can cruising and net zero emissions go hand in hand? Explore Travel: The issue of sustainability is never far from discussions about the future of travel - but is it even possible for the cruise industry? Branded Content A transformative approach to cosmetic dentistry Cosmetic dental treatments can change a person's life by providing renewed confidence. quick links Digital version of today's paper Premium subscribers can read a digital version of Today's Paper on all devices. Previous editions are also available. Discover Daily crosswords & sudoku Our Cryptic and Quick Crosswords, Sudoku, Word Search, Code Cracker and Ultimate Trivia are updated daily for premium subscribers. Discover Times Past Take a step back in history and see what was making news on the front page of the paper on this day in a past year. Discover © 2023 Australian Community Media 159 Bells Line of Road, North Richmond, NSW (2754) Aus Update your preferences Unsubscribe from this list We are passionate about keeping our communities strong, informed and connected.