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- [warm] This is NewsCard Daily for Monday April 27, 2026 ... the biggest stories from Australia and around the world in just minutes. — — [serious] We begin in Canberra where Anzac Day public holiday rules divide the nation. Yesterday's commemoration fell on a Saturday ... sparking debate over extra time off. New South Wales, the ACT, and Western Australia grant a bonus public holiday today, Monday. Workers there enjoy both days if rostered. But Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, and the Northern Territory stick to Saturday only. Millions in those states miss out on a long weekend. Employers face patchwork rosters nationwide. The divide highlights differing state laws ... but honors the sacrifices of over two million Australians in war and peacekeeping. — — [curious] Now to Sydney ... where families of ISIS fighters seeking return face a stark warning. The Federal Government pledges zero assistance. Officials stress no support for those linked to the terror group. This comes amid ongoing security concerns ... protecting Australians at home. — — [serious] In Melbourne, protesters hit the streets demanding war crime charges against Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith be dropped. Crowds rally for the decorated soldier ... convicted in civil court but appealing. The case divides opinions on heroism and accountability from Afghanistan. Families watch closely ... as justice unfolds. — — [urgent] Overseas now ... to Washington. Former President Donald Trump escapes unharmed after shots fired at a prestigious dinner. Security whisks him away amid chaos. Details emerge on the close call ... raising fears of escalating threats to US leaders. Australians with ties there stay vigilant. — — [serious] We move to Pakistan ... where Trump pulls the plug on second-round peace talks. The decision stalls fragile diplomacy in the region. Tensions rise as hopes for resolution fade. This impacts global stability ... and trade routes vital to Australia. — — [warm] That's NewsCard Daily. For more top stories and quick summaries that keep you informed in minutes, download NewsCard ... available in the App Store.