A batch of Australia's $50 notes are being passed through the hands of people with a tiny error in the fine print.
The Reserve Bank of Australia has confirmed the word responsibility was misspelt repeatedly on each note before they entered circulation last year.
Arthur Stevens has the fine print
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COURTESY AIR NEWS MELBOURNE
The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
Thursday, May 9, 2019
MOSCOW MARKS VICTORY OVER NAZIS
Hundreds of thousands of Russians are lining the streets of cities across the country to celebrate the Soviet victory over the Nazis.
Soldiers are marching through Red Square and later, millions will take part in a communal parade.
Dan Ashby is amongst the crowds.
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EUROPEAN ELECTION CAMPAIGNS LAUNCHED
Several of the UK's main political parties are launching their European election campaigns - two weeks ahead of the vote.
UK Prime Minister Theresa May's described it as 'regrettable' that Britain is even taking part, having not been able to deliver Brexit.
Britons will vote in European elections on 23rd May.
Polls suggest they could be won by Nigel Farage's new Brexit Party, which is tapping into anger amongst some voters that Brexit has not yet taken place.
University of Kent Professor of Politics Matthew Goodwin says there's a key trend in British politics ahead of European elections.
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ROMANIA EU SUMMIT
Romania plays host to an informal meeting of European heads of state on Thursday.
The summit was once envisioned as a post-Brexit gathering among the EU27.
That is no longer the case, but there will still be important matters such as climate change, jobs growth and security on the agenda.
It also comes at a time when there are rising tensions between the EU and the U.S over Iran.
Our Europe Correspondent Briohny Williams has more from Brussels.
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Indian Prime Minister hits out at the Gandhi family again
In the second such attack in a week, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has hit out at former premier Rajiv Gandhi.
Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated by a suicide bomber in 1991. His son Rahul is believed to be the key challenger to Prime Minister Modi's re-election bid.
Prime Minister Modi accused Rajiv Gandhi of misusing India's armed forces.
Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.
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Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated by a suicide bomber in 1991. His son Rahul is believed to be the key challenger to Prime Minister Modi's re-election bid.
Prime Minister Modi accused Rajiv Gandhi of misusing India's armed forces.
Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.
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US-China trade talks to resume
US and Chinese negotiators will revive trade talks on Thursday amid the threat of increased US tariffs.
US President Donald Trump said China "broke the deal" after previous meetings.
From Washington, Harry Horton reports.
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Wednesday, May 8, 2019
House committee votes to hold U.S. Attorney General in contempt
The democrat-led House Judiciary Committee voted along party lines to find the U.S. Attorney General in contempt of congress, Wednesday.
The resolution was debated by lawmakers after William Barr refused to comply with a subpoena demanding the release of the complete, unredacted, Mueller report and underlying evidence.
Kevin McAleese has this from Washington...
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US slaps new sanctions on Iran's metal sectors
The US is slapping fresh sanctions on Iran after Tehran announced it will stop complying with two of its commitments under the 2015 nuclear deal.
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani's announcement comes exactly one year after the US pulled out of the nuclear agreement.
Our Washington correspondent Rebecca Foster has more:
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UN seeks US$20M funding to help wounded Gaza protestors
The United Nations is seeking twenty million US dollars in emergency funding for victims seriously injured in the Israel-Gaza border protests.
The UN official in the occupied Palestinian territory said resources are also urgently needed for the beleaguered health system.
Our UN correspondent Liling Tan has the details from New York.
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ROYAL BABY NAMED ARCHIE
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have announced the name of their newborn baby boy.
Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor was introduced to the world by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, before the new family of three went to meet the Queen.
Holly Hudson reports.
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US Secretary of State Meets UK Prime Minster and Foreign Secretary
The US Secretary of State has held talks with UK Prime Minister Theresa May and Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt in London.
Disagreements between the two over Iran and Huawei were raised, but Secretary of State Mike Pompeo insisted the special relationship was thriving.
UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports.
Trump says China would rather make a deal with Democrats
U.S. President Donald Trump says China is renegotiating a trade deal
because they'd get a more favorable agreement with a Democrat in the
White House.
The U.S. accuses Beijing of reneging on commitments made during trade
talks between the world's two largest economies.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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because they'd get a more favorable agreement with a Democrat in the
White House.
The U.S. accuses Beijing of reneging on commitments made during trade
talks between the world's two largest economies.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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ROYAL BABY REVEALED TO THE WORLD
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have shared the first glimpse of their newborn son.
During the introduction at Windsor Castle the Duke and Duchess of Sussex said they're thrilled to have their own little "bundle of joy."
Holly Hudson reports.
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Pressure Mounting on UK PM To Signal Departure Date
Pressure is mounting on UK Prime Minster Theresa May to set a date for her departure from the role.
But a spokesperson for the Prime Minister says Mrs May have no intention of setting out a timetable.
UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports
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Uber drivers strike ahead of IPO
U.S. ridesharing drivers for the services Uber and Lyft have gone on
strike to demand more pay and better working conditions.
It comes at a time both companies are going public, making huge
amounts of money for their owners and investors.
Nick Harper reports from New York.
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strike to demand more pay and better working conditions.
It comes at a time both companies are going public, making huge
amounts of money for their owners and investors.
Nick Harper reports from New York.
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LIVERPOOL STUN BARCELONA TO REACH CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FINAL
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has spoken of his disbelief following his side's historic 4-0 win over Barcelona to reach the Champions League final.
Liverpool's 4-3 aggregate victory is being described in Britain as one of the greatest football comebacks of all time.
Holly Hudson reports.
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DUR: 00:42
POMPEO IN UK FOR TALKS OVER IRAN, HUAWEI
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is in the UK for talks as tensions rise over Iran's nuclear program.
His visit also comes with the US concerned over the UK's reported decision to allow Chinese tech giant Huawei a role in its 5G network.
Olly Barratt reports from London.
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TAX CUTS FOR GREECE
The Greek Prime Minister has announced tax cuts and a boost for pensions after years of austerity.
Alexis Tsipras has made the pledges just weeks before European Parliament elections and Greek local elections.
Briohny Williams has more from Brussels…
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Tencent Replaces Blockbuster Mobile Game with More Compliant Title
Tencent has pulled the test version of its best-selling video game in China having failed to gain commercial approval for the shoot 'em up, along with many other titles.
Industry insiders say PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds could have raked in as much as a billion dollars for the tech titan had the company been allowed to generate an income from it.
Patrick Fok reports, from Beijing.
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India plans second moon mission in July
After repeated delays, India says its second lunar mission is slated to take off in two months.
If the mission succeeds, India will become the first country to ever land a rover on the lunar South Pole.
If the mission succeeds, India will become the first country to ever land a rover on the lunar South Pole.
Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.
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