US court ruling puts pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil back at risk of detention
Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate and pro-Palestinian activist, suffered a legal setback on Thursday that could lead to his rearrest. Khalil, previously detained for three months over campus protests against Israel’s war in Gaza, has been targeted by the Trump administration, which accuses him of disseminating Hamas propaganda. [Continue Reading]
Ex-president Bolsonaro Moves to Comfortable Detention Unit Amid Explosive Finds in Canberra
A Brazilian court has ordered the transfer of former president Jair Bolsonaro to a detention facility with enhanced living conditions. The ruling comes as further developments unfold regarding safety concerns in Australia, where authorities are responding to multiple explosive devices discovered in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT). Judge marks a significant shift for the 70-year-old Bolsonaro, who was sentenced to jail last year for his involvement in a coup plot aimed at overturning the results of the 2022 Brazilian presidential election. The judge's decision includes moving the ex-leader from his current confinement at a federal police facility to a specialized... [Continue Reading]
Red claw farmer expands to meet restaurant demand as industry production falls
Red claw is becoming more popular in restaurants across Australia, but the industry faces challenges with boosting production as more farmers retire. [Continue Reading]
Israel moves Yellow Line deeper into Gaza, satellite images show
Israel placed and later moved control markers in three areas, with placed deeper inside Gaza than maps suggested. [Continue Reading]
Are relentless computer updates driving you crazy? You're not alone
Have you turned on your work computer after a holiday, only to find so many updates and security enhancements that you may as well take a break before you start? [Continue Reading]
Daily horoscope January 16, 2026: Today’s predictions for your star sign
The alignment of the Sun and Saturn affords you a particular wisdom today. strategic planning is on the cards. [Continue Reading]
The landscape beneath Antarctica's icy surface revealed in unprecedented detail
Scientists believe the map could shed light on how Antarctica's vast ice sheet will respond to climate change. [Continue Reading]
Japan’s next-generation fighter jet project set for boost as European rival stalls
Japan’s Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), its next-generation fighter project in collaboration with the United Kingdom and Italy, may be given a boost now that the development of a similar aircraft has been put on hold. Germany, France and Spain have indefinitely postponed the Future Combat Air System (FCAS), prompting suggestions that some or all participants may instead turn to the rival GCAP. On December 30, German defence media outlet Hartpunkt reported that the “faltering” project, long... [Continue Reading]
Brazil judge orders ‘immediate’ transfer of Bolsonaro to a better-equipped prison
A Brazilian judge on Thursday ordered the immediate transfer of jailed former president Jair Bolsonaro to a prison with “more favourable” conditions. The 70-year-old former leader will move to a special detention unit with a kitchen, private outdoor area and a double bed at a prison complex in the capital Brasilia, according to a ruling seen by Agence France-Presse. Brazil’s Supreme Court convicted Bolsonaro last year of plotting a coup to cling to power following his narrow 2022 re-election... [Continue Reading]
Was Renee Good Obligated to Comply With an ICE Agent’s Orders?
The agent told Ms. Good to get out of her car before she was fatally shot. Legal experts said immigration agents may sometimes, but not always, have the authority to make such commands. [Continue Reading]
'We'd been on high alert' - How Jenrick's dramatic defection unfolded
The secret discussions, bombshell leak and sacking which led to Robert Jenrick defecting to the Reform party. [Continue Reading]
Four more pipe bombs found in north-west Canberra as investigation continues
ACT police say they have found four more pipe bombs in the Belconnen area, after 11 explosive devices were discovered close to Lake Ginninderra over the previous two days. [Continue Reading]
Humanities Endowment Awarding Millions to Western Civilization Programs
The National Endowment for the Humanities is giving more than $40 million to programs that have been embraced by conservatives as a counterweight to liberal-dominated academia. [Continue Reading]
Threats to Iran spike 'volatility' - UN official
A senior UN official warned that threats of military action against Iran, like those made by US President Donald Trump, increased "volatility" in the protest-torn country. [Continue Reading]
'Negotiating down barrel of a gun': Greenland seeks US cooperation on trade, investment, mining
The recent White House meeting between officials from Greenland, Denmark and the US highlights the island’s delicate balancing act. Historical ties, modern aspirations, and the projection of global power are playing out in the Arctic, where climate, commerce, and sovereignty are tightly interwoven. Greenland stands firm in the face of an encroaching superpower. It is “not for sale, but open for business,” says Ulrik Pram Gad, Senior Researcher at Danish Institute for International Studies (DIIS) [Continue Reading]
US lawsuit results in mystery cheque from Amazon in woman's mailbox
Australian woman Laura Wells was confused to find an "official-looking letter" from the US with a $51 reimbursement, but it turns out it was legitimate. [Continue Reading]
Exiled crown prince’s plan for Iran is mostly aimed at Trump, researchers say
No pursuit of nuclear weapons. Confronting drug trafficking. An immediate recognition of the state of Israel. Exporting copious amounts of oil and gas. Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi laid out his aspirations on Thursday for Iran if its theocracy is toppled – and experts say they sound exactly like what US President Donald Trump wants to hear. That plan is probably aimed at trying to secure support to lead Iran if the nationwide protests succeed in ousting the Islamic Republic. Activists... [Continue Reading]
How Activists in Iran Are Using Starlink to Stay Online
Activists spent years preparing for a communications blackout in Iran, smuggling in Starlink satellite internet systems and making digital shutdowns harder for the authorities to enforce. [Continue Reading]
Number of Businesses in New York City Plunged Last Spring, Report Says
Roughly 8,400 businesses closed in the second quarter of 2025, according to the most recent city data, creating the largest net decline in business activity since before the pandemic. [Continue Reading]
Issues in Healthcare and Semiconductor Trade Dominate Recent News
Recent events have highlighted significant challenges in both Australia's healthcare system and the global semiconductor market, particularly relating to new trade agreements. In the Northern Territory, the closure of the last private maternity practice is prompting women to consider leaving the region for obstetric care, while on the global stage, a new trade deal between the United States and Taiwan aims to bolster the semiconductor sector. The Northern Territory faces a severe healthcare crisis as Alia Vemuri, the last remaining private obstetrician, prepares to close her practice. This closure leaves the territory without any private obstetric services, compelling women to... [Continue Reading]
Geopolitical Tensions and Domestic Politics Influence Cybersecurity Landscape
A Swiss cybersecurity firm recently reported that a hacker group, identified as Mustang Panda, has been involved in a malware campaign utilizing geopolitical themes related to US-Venezuela tensions. The firm, Acronis, attributed this activity to Mustang Panda with a moderate level of confidence, noting specific patterns in their operational infrastructure. While they did not explicitly label Mustang Panda as a Chinese group, other cybersecurity entities have established links to China, indicating a wider international concern regarding cyberattacks. The group has targeted various entities deemed adversaries of the Communist Party of China since 2012, showcasing a rising trend in cyber warfare... [Continue Reading]
Resident Evil Requiem is two games in one with talking zombies reveals Showcase
Capcom’s Resident Evil Showcase has unveiled the game’s digital deluxe edition, a Porsche collaboration, and 30th anniversary concert plans. [Continue Reading]
Plans for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac IPO Remain Uncertain Amid Concerns
Efforts to bring the government-controlled mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac public are facing significant delays, six months after President Trump urged Wall Street banks to prepare for a swift stock offering. Initially seen as a pivotal moment for the market, a clear strategy for the initial public offering (IPO) still has not materialized. These two entities, which were placed under government conservatorship during the 2008 financial crisis, play a crucial role in the United States' $12 trillion mortgage market, making their future and potential release from federal oversight critical issues. Last summer, Trump convened leaders from major banks,... [Continue Reading]
Twenty-four parkruns in 24 hours no sweat for WA runner
An Albany man runs roughly three marathons in laps of a hilly parkrun to raise funds for a charity that helped him through a tough time. [Continue Reading]
Trump Threatened to Send the Military to Minneapolis
Also, Israel and Arab countries asked the U.S. not to attack Iran. Here’s the latest at the end of Thursday. [Continue Reading]
Banks and brokerages’ growing demand for space buoys Hong Kong’s retail property sector
Hong Kong’s banking and finance sector is tipped to lead retail property leasing activity, with massive uptake by firms like Forthright Securities, Futu Holdings and HSBC providing support to landlords struggling through a multi-year real estate slump. Forthright Securities leased three storeys totalling 14,000 sq ft at Golden Centre in Sheung Wan for its first flagship branch in the city, according to CBRE, which facilitated the transaction. “This transaction not only demonstrates Forthright... [Continue Reading]
The 'Sea Shells Teabaggers' swim group helping women find confidence
The group meets twice a week, with some members stepping out of their comfort zones to train for the Busselton Jetty swim. [Continue Reading]
'We don't quit': Aussie returns to Dakar Rally after broken collarbone
Daniel Sanders returns to complete the 11th stage of the Dakar Rally less than 24 hours after suffering a broken collarbone and sternum. [Continue Reading]
Outrage after 'attack' on 100-year-old Anzac statue caught on CCTV
Residents of a north-west NSW town are angry and heartbroken after a statue with more than 100 years of history was unceremoniously shattered in the middle of the night. [Continue Reading]
Lutnick warns Taipei to keep Trump ‘happy’ as US$500 billion chip deal draws China rebuke
Blending economic nationalism with geopolitical leverage, US President Donald Trump’s top trade official delivered a pointed message to Taiwan shortly after Washington announced an ambitious deal on Thursday to bring critical technology manufacturing, including semiconductors, back to the United States. US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick framed the massive reshoring initiative as not just a business transaction, but as a strategic imperative for Taiwan to maintain favour with the “America... [Continue Reading]
‘Star Wars’ Boss Departs, Ending an Asteroid-Filled Reign
Kathleen Kennedy stepped down as Lucasfilm’s president and returned to producing. Two studio veterans took over. [Continue Reading]
Tourist town considers artificial reef to stop erosion of popular beaches
As erosion threatens roads and even homes in Robe in South Australia, artificial reefs and other options are on the table to fight back. [Continue Reading]
Mother of one of Elon Musk’s sons sues over Grok-generated explicit images
Ashley St Clair files lawsuit in state of New York over deepfakes that appeared on social media platform X The mother of one of Elon Musk’s children is suing his company – alleging explicit images were generated by his Grok AI tool, including one in which she was underage.Ashley St Clair has filed a lawsuit with the supreme court of the state of New York against xAI, alleging that Grok, which is used on the social media platform X, promised to stop generating explicit images but continued to do so. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Trump press secretary launches tirade against reporter who asked about ICE
Karoline Leavitt brands journalist who asked about deaths in ICE custody and killing of Renee Good ‘a leftwing activist’The White House press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, accused a reporter of being a “leftwing activist” during a heated confrontation on Thursday over the killing of Renee Good by an ICE agent last week.Beginning his question during the White House press briefing, Niall Stanage, a White House columnist for the Hill, referred to the Trump administration’s staunch defense of ICE agents and the assertion by the homeland security secretary, Kristi Noem, that ICE are “doing everything correctly”. He pointed to statistics showing that... [Continue Reading]
'No hanging today' in Iran, as US holds back from military action
The White House says it will hold off on military action in Iran after the regime halted executions, but "all options remain on the table" if the killing of protesters continues. [Continue Reading]
Judge allows offshore windfarm halted by Trump to resume construction
Setback for president, who has called windfarms ‘losers’, as Empire Wind project allowed to move forwardA federal judge on Thursday cleared the way for a New York offshore wind project to resume construction, a victory for the developer who said a Trump administration order to pause it would probably kill the project in a matter of days.District judge Carl J Nichols, an appointee of Donald Trump, ruled construction on the Empire Wind project could go forward while he considers the merits of the government’s order to suspend the project. He faulted the government for not responding to key points in... [Continue Reading]
Trump aims to keep everyone guessing over Iran action
There were growing signs that US military action on Iran might be imminent, then the US president suddenly changed his tune. [Continue Reading]
WA farmers grapple with radar outage during wet season
A Kimberley pastoralist says the radar will be of little use by the time it comes back online at the end of the wet season. [Continue Reading]
US bill approving US$300 million for Taiwan’s military passed in House
A US spending bill approving US$300 million in cash assistance for Taiwan’s military has passed the House of Representatives and is expected to become law. On Wednesday, the House passed a two-bill government spending package that would fund the Departments of the Treasury and State through September, along with other federal agencies, bringing the total to eight of 12 annual spending bills needed by January 30, to avoid a government shutdown. The bills must now clear the Senate before they can... [Continue Reading]
Venezuela’s Machado says she presented Trump with her Nobel Peace Prize medal
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado said she “presented” US President Donald Trump with her Nobel Peace Prize medal during their meeting on Thursday. “I presented the president of the United States the medal of the Nobel Peace Prize,” Machado told reporters outside the US Capitol. She did not answer reporters’ questions as to whether he accepted it. Machado was visiting the White House to discuss her country’s future with Trump, even though he has dismissed her credibility... [Continue Reading]
US says it reached deal with Taiwan to lower tariffs and boost investments
US to lower tariffs on Taiwanese goods to 15% as chip and tech businesses pledge $250bn spending in US operationsThe US said on Thursday that it had signed a deal with Taiwan to reduce tariffs on goods from the democratic island, while increasing Taiwanese semiconductor and tech companies’ investments in America.The agreement, the US commerce department said, “will drive a massive reshoring of America’s semiconductor sector”. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Tszyu and Zerafa separated by security in fiery weigh-in clash
There is no love lost between Nikita Tszyu and Michael Zerafa as they meet for one final time before their much-anticipated fight in Brisbane. [Continue Reading]
Inside the push to shade 1.3 million feedlot animals
Once seen as barren landscapes, feedlots across Australia have been reshaping their image. With industry encouraging its operators to install shade, uptake has been widespread. [Continue Reading]
China’s Zhejiang targets 3- to 7-nanometre AI chip breakthroughs to counter US chokehold
China’s eastern tech powerhouse Zhejiang, home to giants like Alibaba and the humanoid robotics start-up Unitree, has set clear targets to develop cutting-chips and chipmaking equipment over the next five years. The province is the latest locality to prioritise innovation under its new five-year plan. It joins other hubs, including Shenzhen and Shanghai, that have thrown their weight behind Beijing’s nationwide strategy to develop indigenous technologies amid an intensifying rivalry with the... [Continue Reading]
Maggie raging by Eva’s betrayal in Coronation Street and a nasty injury follows
They never see eye to eye. [Continue Reading]
EastEnders’ George edges even closer to discovering the truth about killer Nicola
Will George heed Billy's warning? [Continue Reading]
Emmerdale’s Marlon ‘stunned and in disbelief’ by death after setting out to murder
'There are no options left to him'. [Continue Reading]
U.S. Forces Seize Sixth Oil Tanker Linked to Venezuela
The Coast Guard boarded and seized the Russian-flagged tanker, originally named Veronica, in a pre-dawn operation in the Caribbean Sea. [Continue Reading]
Machado presented Trump with her Nobel medal at White House meeting
Trump thanked Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, calling it "a wonderful gesture of mutual respect". [Continue Reading]