Queensland could become Australia’s lonely state with Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk dashing hopes of interstate and international family reunions at Christmas even if the state reaches its 80 per cent vaccination target. Cutting-edge science being developed in Queensland could help solve some of Australia’s military mysteries in a project involving the bones of fallen Diggers and advanced DNA technology. Australia is the land of new hope for 10 young Afghan orphans who survived a daring escape from the Taliban in a top-secret rescue mission. A potentially deadly pregnancy complication could soon be treated with a cheap tablet. For updates and breaking news throughout the day take out a subscription at couriermail.com.au. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.