Anthropic-Pentagon battle shows how big tech has reversed course on AI and war
Less than a decade ago, Google employees scuttled any military use of its AI. Now Anthropic is fighting Trump officials not over if, but howThe standoff between Anthropic and the Pentagon has forced the tech industry to once again grapple with the question of how its products are used for war – and what lines it will not cross. Amid Silicon Valley’s rightward shift under Donald Trump and the signing of lucrative defense contracts, big tech’s answer is looking very different than it did even less than a decade ago.Anthropic’s feud with the Trump administration escalated three days ago as... [Continue Reading]
The ‘toxic’ manosphere terms every parent should know
'Vulnerable boys, particularly those who are socially excluded and searching for answers, may be especially susceptible.' [Continue Reading]
Severe flash flooding in Northern Rivers, NSW prompts rescues as heavy rains inundate multiple areas
Severe flash flooding has impacted the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, causing significant distress as residents required rescue from homes and vehicles. The event unfolded this afternoon when heavy rains inundated areas including Lismore, Byron Bay, Bangalow, and Mullumbimby. Local reports indicate a staggering 106mm of rain fell in just three hours at Coopers Shoot, near Bangalow, leading to swift and dangerous flooding conditions. The incident commenced around noon, catching many residents off guard as a severe weather system moved through the region. Kristine McDonald, the deputy zone commander for the State Emergency Service (SES), noted that the... [Continue Reading]
NSW emerges as main loser from GST carve-up as WA gets extra $5.5bn
NSW premier says latest distribution calculation, with a reduction in the state’s share of revenue relative to its population, is unfair and ‘past its use-by date’Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia’s richest state will receive an extra $5.5bn in GST revenue thanks to a sweetheart deal struck with Western Australia in 2018, as the New South Wales premier attacked the latest distribution calculation as unfair and “past its use-by date”.The Commonwealth Grants Commission on Friday released its recommendations on how a projected $102.5bn in goods and services tax should be carved up between the states... [Continue Reading]
2 Tiananmen vigil activists have case to answer in subversion trial, court rules
Two former leaders of a now-disbanded alliance behind Hong Kong’s annual Tiananmen Square vigil have a case to answer in a high-profile trial after judges ruled the evidence supported prosecutors’ allegations that the activists incited others to overthrow the Communist Party of China leadership. Three High Court judges on Friday found that the evidence appeared to suggest Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung committed a subversion offence as leaders of the Hong Kong Alliance in Support of Patriotic... [Continue Reading]
Sacked manager-turned-whistleblower condemns mould-ridden hospital
Former staff blow the whistle on horror conditions at a NSW hospital, including mouldy vents, inadequate separation of sewage and drinking water, and the use of sanitary pads to soak up rainwater leaking into wards. [Continue Reading]
Breaking: Highway linking Sydney to western NSW closed for at least three months
Extra rail and bus services will be rolled out after cracking on a convict-era bridge closes one of the main roads between Sydney and western NSW. [Continue Reading]
Council seeks damages in court over millions of dollars in legal fees
A civil hearing between the Broken Hill City Council and its former legal provider over a major dispute in litigation fees has been heard in the Supreme Court of NSW. [Continue Reading]
US Democrats call for 'swift investigation' into strike on Iranian school
A group of 46 mostly Democratic senators on Wednesday sent a letter to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth seeking answers on the bombing of a school in Iran. FRANCE 24's Fraser Jackson reports. [Continue Reading]
Lauren receives bad news from the police – and wants answers in EastEnders
Has Lauren been led down a dodgy path? [Continue Reading]
Australia news live: government tells non-essential officials to leave Israel and UAE; NSW extends no-interest loans scheme
This blog is now closedAustralia to release nearly 20% of fuel stockpile as Bowen insists country ‘nowhere near’ running outGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastJoyce says surge in support for One Nation reflects will of the people, not political jostlingBarnaby Joyce spoke to RN Breakfast this morning about One Nation’s targets in the next federal election.We want to win seats wherever they are. We have no real target against National seats or Liberal seats, but we want to give people the option to vote for us in Labor seats, in National seats, and Liberal seats,... [Continue Reading]
Report shows NSW hospital controversy fuelled 'dissatisfaction and distrust'
A report reveals a regional health service ordered a review into some of its departments over concerns a development controversy led to poor morale. [Continue Reading]
NSW minister ‘not going anywhere’ as calls mount for independent inquiry into children living with convicted killer
Child welfare advocates demand accountability after revelations two children in care of state lived with triple killer Regina ArthurellFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA New South Wales minister says she is “not going anywhere” amid mounting calls for an independent review into why the state government allowed a convicted triple killer to live in a home with two foster children.The NSW minister for families and communities, Kate Washington, apologised on 2GB radio on Wednesday morning after confirming that Regina Arthurell had been removed from a home on... [Continue Reading]
ADF member charged with assault, robbery of fellow soldier granted bail
A Darwin-based soldier accused of assaulting and robbing a fellow service person has been bailed to travel home to NSW. [Continue Reading]
Two dead after boat capsizes at river bar crossing on NSW North Coast
A man and woman have died and another person is in hospital after a boat capsized near the Yamba breakwater. [Continue Reading]
'Freight train' earthquake triggers precautionary checks at major dams
Two major regional NSW water storages will be inspected today following a magnitude-4.4 earthquake north of Canberra overnight. [Continue Reading]
Captain Patterson guides NSW to One Day Cup win in rain-hit final
A steady hand from skipper Kurtis Patterson, after early damage by Sean Abbott and Ben Dwarshuis, has helped NSW to a One Day Cup title with a rain-hit four-wicket win over Tasmania. [Continue Reading]
Defence town to choose between Huey and Seahawk for iconic landmark
Residents on the NSW South Coast are being asked to decide which model helicopter they want to replace Nowra's "chopper on a stick" landmark. [Continue Reading]
Australia news live: NSW anti-slavery commissioner questions handling of Iranian football squad’s departure; earthquake felt north of Canberra
This blog is now closedNSW prepares for fuel shortages at hospitals as Australia relaxes petrol standards for 60 daysGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastDennis Richardson says his decision to resign from the royal commission into antisemitism had nothing to do with the government, but says he came to the decision that he was “surplus” to the needs of the body.He spoke to RN Breakfast this morning, saying:I think probably there wasn’t enough discussion right at the beginning about the precise way things would work, and ultimately I came to the [decision] that I was surplus... [Continue Reading]
Adelaide Hills residents living near 'revolting' fertiliser seek answers
Residents in the Adelaide Hills town of Kanmantoo and surrounds have been dealing with a growing regularity of pungent odour but the fertiliser company, who pleaded guilty to environmental breaches, says its chicken litter presents no risk. [Continue Reading]
Donald Trump’s mixed messages on Iran leave questions unanswered
More than a week into the US-Israel war on Iran, president has provided little clarity on how the conflict might endThis was originally published in This Week in Trumpland; sign up to receive it in your inbox every WednesdayOne week into the war with Iran, the central questions about the conflict remained largely unanswered: what would constitute victory, how long the crisis might last and whether the United States was responsible for a deadly strike on a girls’ elementary school that has come to embody the war’s early controversy.On Saturday, leaning against the bulkhead outside the press cabin as Air... [Continue Reading]
29-year-old man charged following flight from police
On March 6, 2026, at around 1:38 a.m., Sussex RCMP officers attempted to stop a vehicle near Havelock, New Brunswick, due to a Motor Vehicle Act violation. The driver, a 29-year-old man from Three Rivers, fled in the vehicle, which was driving erratically on a gravel road before crashing into a ditch. The driver then fled on foot, but the female passenger, aged 38, was detained at the scene. New Brunswick RCMP’s Police Dog Services were called to track the fleeing suspect. The driver was subsequently located and arrested without further incident. He is now facing charges related to evading... [Continue Reading]
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Could Premier League learn from Kidderminster's answer to corner chaos?
As Premier League teams look for ways to stop Arsenal's corner-kick dominance, could National League North side Kidderminster have found an answer? [Continue Reading]
Breaking: Magnitude 4.4 earthquake shakes regional NSW
Thousands of people report feeling a magnitude-4.4 earthquake that has hit Boorowa in southern New South Wales. [Continue Reading]
British couple drowns during family outing at Shellharbour Beach in New South Wales
A married British couple tragically drowned during a family outing at Shellharbour Beach South in Shell Cove, New South Wales, early on Wednesday. The victims, a 66-year-old man and a 64-year-old woman, were swimming when they encountered difficulties in the water, leading to a desperate situation in which their family members witnessed the incident unfold. Efforts to rescue the couple were initiated by fellow beachgoers, including two off-duty nurses, who pulled them from the water and initiated CPR. Emergency services arrived shortly afterward; however, both individuals were pronounced dead at the scene. This incident occurred in front of several relatives... [Continue Reading]
War on Iran threatens Asia’s food supply as fertiliser prices surge
How does a missile strike on a Qatari gas plant end up raising the price of rice in Bangladesh? The answer is fertiliser, an unglamorous commodity that nevertheless sustains much of what the world eats. Qatar burns natural gas to produce ammonia. Ammonia is converted into urea. Urea goes into the ground and out of the ground comes grain. Disrupt the first step, as Iran did when it struck QatarEnergy’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) processing facility on March 1, and the consequences travel along... [Continue Reading]
My honest review of the travel bag with a built-in vacuum system
Our Travel Editor reviews a bag that promises an answer to overpacking woes. [Continue Reading]
'Chaos' as bridge linking Sydney to NSW's west is closed for weeks
A crucial bridge on the Great Western Highway linking Sydney to the state's Central West will be shut for at least a fortnight while specialists assess why it is moving and cracking. [Continue Reading]
NSW government apologises for leaving foster children in home with triple killer
State government apologises after convicted murderer Regina Arthurell removed this week despite being warned of situation in DecemberFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastNew South Wales police visited the home where a convicted triple killer was living with two foster children in February – nearly a month before the woman was removed from the address.The revelation comes after the state government was forced to apologise for not acting until this week, despite a report warning them of the situation in December.Additional reporting by AAP Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Family of PALM worker killed in suspected hit and run desperate for answers
Almost a year after Solomon Islander Argen Kuni was found dead on the side of the road in Griffith, New South Wales, his family is still searching for answers. [Continue Reading]
Minister 'horrified' foster children were living with triple killer
NSW Minister for Families and Communities Kate Washington says the mistake is the worst she has seen in her time in the portfolio. [Continue Reading]
Orange sees red over ag minister's claim that DPI has no HQ
The NSW agriculture minister says her department has no head office, despite one being opened with much fanfare in Orange six years ago. [Continue Reading]
David Walliams dropped by multiple charities amid allegations of inappropriate behaviour and harassment towards junior staff
David Walliams, the former "Britain's Got Talent" judge and bestselling children's author, is experiencing a significant professional fallout following allegations of inappropriate behaviour. Reports indicate that he has been dropped by multiple charities that previously named him as an ambassador. This decision comes after accusations of harassment towards junior female staff during his time with HarperCollins, his former publishing partner. The controversy around Walliams escalated after an investigation was conducted late last year by HarperCollins into allegations of harassment. In a statement, the publisher outlined that Walliams was "not party to any investigation or given any opportunity to answer questions."... [Continue Reading]
Mine collapse in eastern Congo results in at least 200 deaths amid ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis
A catastrophic mine collapse at a major coltan mining site in eastern Congo has reportedly resulted in the deaths of at least 200 individuals, according to statements from Congolese authorities. However, this figure is contested by the M23 rebel group, which claims control over the site. This tragic incident signifies yet another grim chapter in a region plagued by a humanitarian crisis and ongoing conflict, raising urgent issues about safety regulations in mining operations. The mine, located in eastern Congo, is pivotal for the global supply of tantalum, a mineral essential for manufacturing electronics. This particular site is noted for... [Continue Reading]
WAR CRIMES OR HUMANITY ON LIFE SUPPORT?
The Thin, Bloody Line Between Justice and Jungle Rule IS KILLING WITHOUT MERCY NOW LEGAL? By Anthony Sterling In September 2025, the United States military launched what became known as Operation Southern Spear, a lethal campaign targeting suspected drug smuggling vessels in international waters. The stated objective was to combat narco trafficking networks operating beyond territorial jurisdiction. The ethical shock came on 2 September 2025, when a double strike in the Caribbean left survivors clinging to wreckage for nearly an hour. Drone footage reportedly showed two individuals waving from debris after the first impact. Instead of rescue, three additional munitions... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 23 Feb 2026 17:39
Navigating the Perils of Information in a Global Age
Navigating the Perils of Information in a Global Age In today’s world, where information flows ceaselessly and unchecked, the stakes for migrants have never been higher. Critical thinking is not just a skill, it’s a lifeline. The ability to sift fact from fiction, especially in matters as consequential as migration, is essential for individuals, communities, and the institutions that serve them. The migration landscape is uniquely vulnerable to the hazards of mis-, dis-, and mal-information, collectively known as MDM. The consequences of inaccurate or misleading information can ripple far beyond the individual, affecting entire communities and the systems that govern... [Continue Reading]
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