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Matt Young
Matt YoungNight Editor

Matt is the night editor and one of news.com.au’s longest serving journalists. He has worn many digital hats including news editor, weekend editor, commissioning editor and senior journalist. His most rewarding achievement was as news.com.au’s first US correspondent in New York which saw him face-to-face with Donald Trump and go behind the scenes of Sesame Street where he interviewed Cookie Monster and Elmo. With more than 15 years of experience in journalism, including more than 10 years at NewsCorp, Matt is a vibrant, energetic newshound who knows what gets you talking, what makes you laugh and what makes you furious.

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England's Moeen Ali hits a shot during the second day of the third cricket test match of the series between England and India at The Ageas Bowl in Southampton, England, Monday, July 28, 2014. England cricketer Moeen Ali is unlikely to face punishment after being photographed wearing wristbands saying “Save Gaza” and “Free Palestine” while batting in the third test against India. The England and Wales Cricket Board says “we don't believe he has committed an offence.” (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)

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A CRICKETER is in trouble after wearing a uniform that breached the International Cricket Council’s Code of Conduct. But supporters say his work is more humanitarian than hate.

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DECEMBER 3, 2003 : Armin Meiwes faces trial for murder at the regional court in Kassel 03/12/03, accused of 03/01 killing, dismembering & eating the flesh of another man Bernd-Juergen B who agreed to the arrangement over the Internet. Germany / Crime / Cannibalism

The creepiest modern-day cannibals

IT’S often associated with mysterious, island tribes from a far away land, but recent headlines prove the idea of eating humans is as prevalent today as it was back in the 16th Century.

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