Former Queensland childcare worker pleads guilty to assaulting five-year-old
A groundbreaking study has revealed a previously unknown strain of Treponema pallidum in human remains unearthed in Colombia, dating back approximately 5,500 years. This ancient DNA sample predates the earliest known record of the syphilis bacterium by over 3,000 years, suggesting that the origins and evolution of this disease may be more complex than previously thought. Researchers emphasized the rarity of skeletal manifestations of such infections, meaning that ancient examples of syphilis in archaeological contexts are scarce. The discovery aligns with growing historical evidence that diseases once thought to be confined to specific regions, such as Australia, have deeper ancestral... [Continue Reading]
Chisora to fight Wilder in London in April
Derek Chisora will face former heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder in London in April in the Briton's 50th career fight. [Continue Reading]
Teenager Stabbed in Guildford Park Identified as Luis Guembes
A teenage boy who was tragically stabbed to death in a woodland near Guildford has been identified as Luis Guembes, known as Gabriel. The incident occurred in a secluded area off Lido Road in Stoke Park at approximately 6:10 PM on Monday. Emergency services, including Surrey Police, fire, and ambulance crews, were dispatched to the scene; however, the boy was pronounced dead on site. Tributes have since appeared at the location, specifically on a bank of vegetation along the path through Peacock Wood. Local community members have expressed their condolences, highlighting Luis’s potential as a promising football player, with accolades... [Continue Reading]
Zelensky Criticizes EU Political Resolve Amid World Economic Forum Speech
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky delivered a pointed address at the World Economic Forum in Davos, emphasizing the European Union's insufficient political will in addressing the ongoing aggression from Russia. Zelensky's comments underscored the frustration within Ukraine over the perceived ineffectiveness of European allies in countering Russian President Vladimir Putin. His speech highlighted the growing urgency for concrete actions to support Ukraine amid the protracted conflict that has persisted since 2014. During his remarks, Zelensky called out specific EU nations, suggesting that critical decisions are being delayed by bureaucratic inertia. The conflict in Ukraine, which has involved significant military operations and... [Continue Reading]
Your supermarket apple could be a year old. How is that possible?
Apples only grow for three months of the year — but thanks to an ancient technique, that doesn't stop us grabbing one from the grocery store year round. [Continue Reading]
Long awaited tap-and-go public transport moves closer in Victoria
Victorians will soon be able to travel on public transport without a myki card with tap-and-go travel moving into the final stages of testing. [Continue Reading]
Ravi consumed by self-loathing in EastEnders as Priya lashes out over his new mistake
More pain for Ravi... [Continue Reading]
Resistance in occupied Ukraine 'under constant surveillance'
A new report sheds light on the scope of the resistance in occupied Ukraine. FRANCE 24's Mark Owen speaks with the author of that report, Dr Jade McGlynn, Head of Ukraine and Russia programme at the CSNS at King's College London. She explains that resistance fighters in occupied Ukraine are 'pretty much under constant surveillance and that the risks are incredibly high' with routine enforced disappearances to black sites. [Continue Reading]
Fundraiser for five-year-old boy taken by ICE receives more than $100,000
Appeal was raised on behalf of the boy’s mother to pay for the legal costs of seeking Liam and her husband’s releaseA fundraiser for the family of a five-year-old Minneapolis boy seized by immigration officers and transported with his father to a detention center in Texas raised more than $110,000 on Thursday.The appeal, “Help Bring 5-Year-Old Liam Home”, was set up by a person named Sarai Orquiz, who said she was asked by the mother of preschooler Liam Ramos to create the fundraiser on her behalf to pay for the legal costs of seeking his release from custody. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
'Europe can, too, weaponise the economy and the single market', expert says
Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Grégoire Roos, Director of Europe, Russia and Eurasia programme at Chatham House, says that there is a 'convergence in messaging to Donald Trump' among EU leaders, who 'have bought time by, at last, taking the full measure of the power on which they have been sitting for so long, the single market and the dependencies that many around the world entertain vis-à-vis the single market'. [Continue Reading]
Vile Megan’s plans foiled in Coronation Street as Daniel drops a revelation over victim Will
She sensed a new risk. [Continue Reading]
First person sentenced for misusing lawfully obtained pepper spray in the NT
A Darwin woman is handed a community corrections order for attacking someone with OC spray in a nightclub fight just weeks after the Northern Territory government announced a 12-month trial of the product. [Continue Reading]
After '14 years deprived of joy', Raqqa locals hope Syria's wars are finally over
Syrian government forces have wrested back control of vast parts of its territory in recent weeks, as a new president moves to assert control over the war-torn country. [Continue Reading]
White House posts digitally altered image of woman arrested after ICE protest
Guardian analysis shows images are the same, with Nekima Levy Armstrong looking composed in original but sobbing after alterationThe White House posted a digitally altered image of a woman who was arrested on Thursday in a case touted by attorney general Pam Bondi, to make it seem as if she was dramatically crying, a Guardian analysis of the image has found.The woman, Nekima Levy Armstrong, also appears to have darker skin in the altered image. Armstrong was one of three people arrested on Thursday in connection to a demonstration that disrupted church services in St Paul, Minnesota, on Sunday. Demonstrators... [Continue Reading]
Live: Australian dollar hits 15-month highs, gold breaches $US4,900
The Australian share market is likely to open flat despite a rally on Wall Street, as investors showed signs of relief a day after US President Donald Trump dropped tariff threats against eight European countries and ruled out seizing Greenland by force. Follow the latest updates in our live blog. [Continue Reading]
Trump’s ‘master plan’ for Gaza contrasts with reality on the ground
Jared Kushner presented a vision for Gaza at the World Economic Forum in Davos that included high-rises, data centers and little input from Palestinians. [Continue Reading]
Queensland crocodile capture rates double as removal zones expand
More crocodiles are going to commercial farms and zoos following a step-up in removals from the wild. [Continue Reading]
Cat reunited with her family after being ‘snatched’ by Amazon delivery driver
'She does not seem phased by the events of the past few days and is happily enjoying the extra treats and cuddles.' [Continue Reading]
Trump sues JPMorgan for $5bn over account closure after Capitol riot
JPMorgan Chase the lawsuit has "no merit" and the bank "does not close accounts for political or religious reasons". [Continue Reading]
Starmer’s allies launch ‘Stop Andy Burnham’ campaign to block parliamentary return
Speculation has spread over whether Burnham will attempt to return to pursue a Labour leadership bidKeir Starmer’s allies have launched a “Stop Andy Burnham” campaign to prevent the Labour mayor from returning to parliament after the resignation of a Manchester MP triggered a byelection.Multiple members of the party’s ruling national executive committee (NEC) predicted it would be impossible for Burnham to make it through the selection process given the number of Starmer loyalists on the body desperate to avoid a leadership challenge. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Mamdani defends Mahmoud Khalil on deportation order
Mayor Zohran Mamdani says pro-Palestine activist Mahmoud Khalil ‘deserves to stay’ in New York City. [Continue Reading]
Two confirmed dead and more presumed buried after landslides hit house and campground in New Zealand
The first landslide hit a house in the community of Welcome Bay on New Zealand’s North Island, police sayLandslides hit a house and a campground in New Zealand on Thursday, leaving at least two dead while emergency crews were trying to rescue others buried in rubble, officials said.The first hit a house in the community of Welcome Bay on New Zealand’s North Island at 4:50am, police said. Two people escaped the house, and the bodies of two who were trapped inside were recovered hours later, the emergency management minister, Mark Mitchell, said. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
‘Most underrated show on BBC’ quietly drops six new episodes
The Bafta-winning series is back. [Continue Reading]
Trump Administration Cuts Off Funding for Fetal Tissue Research. Again.
The prohibition halts support for projects both inside and outside the N.I.H. President Biden had restored funding after an earlier ban by President Trump during his first term. [Continue Reading]
ICE arrests in the US: What's true, what's fake
Across the United States, arrests by ICE agents - and protests against them - continue. As Donald Trump's immigration crackdown has intensified, more and more videos have gained traction online, showing ICE arrests filmed by bystanders. And whilst there are verified videos showing aggression by federal agents, not all the videos are authentic. In Truth or Fake, Vedika Bahl goes through what's real and what's misleading. [Continue Reading]
Are we witnessing the death of traditional TV?
The Oscars leave ABC for YouTube in 2029, signaling a major shift in how audiences watch live events. [Continue Reading]
Emmerdale’s Joe saves Graham at the last minute from doing something terrible
It was very nearly a different outcome... [Continue Reading]
Special Ks crash out of Aus Open with careers at a crossroads
After playing like "shadows of our former selves", Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis are out of the Australian Open men's doubles and into an uncertain future. [Continue Reading]
Paramount Skydance extends Warner Bros takeover bid offer
The Ellison-owned media giant will now give investors until February 20 to consider its bid. [Continue Reading]
Ancient DNA in Colombian skeleton may reveal new clues to origin of syphilis
A previously unknown strain of syphilis bacteria has been discovered in human remains in Colombia, dating back 5,500 years. [Continue Reading]
Three people shot dead in Lake Cargelligo, police search for gunman
Authorities in New Zealand are mobilizing specialized teams to locate individuals believed to be trapped following a devastating landslide at Mount Maunganui. Heavy earthmoving equipment has been deployed to search through the debris at the campsite, where hope remains as emergency services operate throughout the night. Preliminary reports indicate that two individuals have tragically lost their lives in a separate landslide incident in the Bay of Plenty region, specifically in Welcome Bay. Residents and officials are facing a race against time as they search for potentially missing persons, including children, trapped under the rubble. The National Emergency Management Agency of... [Continue Reading]
Homeschool 'drop-off' groups are booming but some say they are unregulated
Education experts say homeschooling's exploding popularity has sparked a growing market of "drop-off" groups. [Continue Reading]
US and Canada drift apart on China as Ottawa rethinks Beijing ties
Look for the US and Canada to move farther apart on China policy, even in areas where they were previously aligned, analysts say, days after Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a multifaceted deal with Beijing. In recent years, Washington and Ottawa had drawn closer together when it came to dealing with Beijing, from electric vehicle tariffs and research security to investment screening. But that convergence is now fraying, analysts say, as Canada signals a greater willingness to... [Continue Reading]
Teenager stabbed in Guildford park named and pictured as two others arrested
Gabriel, from Peru, was a student at All Hallows Catholic School in Farnham. [Continue Reading]
Live: 'Yes I will': Sussan Ley declares her leadership can survive Coalition split
Sussan Ley has declared her leadership will survive despite speculation the Coalition split could further damage her hold on the party. Follow live. [Continue Reading]
Fable reboot is day one on PS5 with 1,000 NPCs you can talk to
The Xbox Developer Director has confirmed a release window for Fable and an exact release date for Forza Horizon 6, but one of them will have to wait for its PS5 version. [Continue Reading]
In fiery Davos speech, Zelensky blasts EU's lack of "political will"
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday blasted the EU's lack of "political will" in countering Russian leader Vladimir Putin, during a fiery address criticising some of Kyiv's top allies at the World Economic Forum. FRANCE 24's Eliza Herbert reports. [Continue Reading]
Sense of relief, as EU leaders' summit reaffirms transatlantic relations
EU leaders spoke of unity and relief ahead of their informational meeting Thursday, praising the bloc's strength against intense US tensions, while also relieved that president Trump rescinded his tariff threat. [Continue Reading]
Zelenskyy urges Europe to act as a global power
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in Davos, urged Europe to show more courage and unity. [Continue Reading]
Five quick hits: Wawrinka's post-match recovery beer and an 'elite coffee snob'
Madison Keys praises Melbourne coffee, Stan Wawrinka says he deserves a beer and Nick Kyrgios back to racquet throwing ways. Here are the quick hits from the Australian Open. [Continue Reading]
Peru’s president refuses to step down as secret China meetings fuel ‘Chifagate’ scandal
President Jose Jeri of Peru has vowed not to resign despite rising pressure over a widening scandal involving undisclosed meetings with Chinese businessmen, as opposition lawmakers say the affair has damaged public trust and senior officials insist no illegal acts took place. The controversy, known in Peruvian media as “Chifagate”, a reference to Chinese-Peruvian cuisine, centres on late-night encounters at a Chinese restaurant and a wholesale shop in Lima. The meetings were not recorded on the... [Continue Reading]
News live: rumblings of a spill after Sussan Ley’s Coalition splits; Australian actors among Oscar nominees
Follow updates liveLiberal senator says party still ‘believes’ in the CoalitionAnne Ruston, a Liberal senator, said the party still believes in the Coalition and would like to see it continue, but said Sussan Ley was left with “no option but to accept” multiple resignations after members of the Nationals broke a “fundamental rule”.We believe in the coalition and we would like to see a coalition continue, but the circumstances around the actions of the National party this week left the leader with no option but to accept the resignations of three people who, by their own admission, broke the very... [Continue Reading]
Trump sues JPMorgan and CEO Dimon over alleged ‘debanking’
The $5bn lawsuit alleges JPMorgan abruptly closed multiple accounts in 2021 cutting off Trump & his firms from financing [Continue Reading]
Vance portrays US immigration officers as victims of ‘far left’
US Vice President JD Vance blamed the “far left” for chaotic and at times violent immigration operations in Minnesota. [Continue Reading]
Harry Styles fans ‘so disappointed’ at glaring issue with newly-announced world tour
Let the battle for tickets begin... [Continue Reading]
Trump’s Gaza plan is a rebuff to Israeli extremists, but will soon be put to test
Blueprint presented by Jared Kushner shows unified Gaza run by Palestinians, with Rafah crossing to open next weekAmid the hullabaloo and self-congratulation of Donald Trump’s “board of peace” launch in Davos, his administration laid out specific plans for the short- and long-term future of Gaza, aimed at a lasting peace.The blueprint set out on Thursday was extremely ambitious. It envisages a unified Palestinian-run Gaza, which represents a rebuff to the aims of Israeli extremists, including some in the governing coalition, who have sought the deportation of Gaza’s population and the building of Israeli settlements in its place. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Harry Styles announces global tour ahead of fourth album release
Shania Twain will be among the special guests set to appear on the Together, Together tour later this year. [Continue Reading]
Judge Rejects DOJ’s Criminal Complaint Against Don Lemon Over Minnesota Church Protest
The Justice Department would seek to find other avenues to pursue a case against Mr. Lemon, a senior law enforcement official said. [Continue Reading]