Paul Chan must deliver the fiscal discipline Hong Kong needs
Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po delivered his latest budget on February 25. Over the past decade, under his stewardship, Hong Kong has weathered multiple economic shocks and recently returned to a respectable growth rate of 3.5 per cent. Yet the tasks ahead are formidable: addressing a structural fiscal deficit in the city’s capital account while ensuring sufficient resources for future growth, all against an increasingly volatile and dangerous global backdrop. Article 107 of Hong Kong’s... [Continue Reading]
Katherine experiences worst flooding in 28 years as residents wake to survey damage
Residents in Katherine will be waking up to assess the damage to their homes and businesses after the town experienced its worst flooding since 1998. [Continue Reading]
Is she a farmer or still just the farmer's wife?
After 30 years of "patchy progress", women in agriculture are striving for more recognition and understanding of their crucial role on the land. [Continue Reading]
How to watch and follow the Matildas vs South Korea at the Women's Asian Cup
The Matildas must win their final Women's Asian Cup group game against South Korea in Sydney tonight to top their group and earn an easier passage through the knockout stage. [Continue Reading]
Israel hits Iran oil facility, as PM Netanyahu warns of ‘many surprises’
The Iran war exploded further late Saturday as pillars of flame rose above an oil storage facility in Tehran and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised “many surprises” for the next phase of the week-old conflict. Iranian state media confirmed the strike as video footage showed the horizon glowing against the night sky. Israel’s military confirmed new strikes that shook neighbourhoods in Tehran’s east and south but did not immediately comment on targets. It appeared to be the first... [Continue Reading]
At least 10 killed in Ukraine's Kharkiv as Russian missile hits apartment building
Two children are among at least 10 people dead after a Russian missile hit a five-story residential building in Ukraine's second-largest city, Kharkiv. [Continue Reading]
Chelsea overcome 10-man Wrexham in extra-time thriller
Chelsea twice came from behind to scupper 10-man Wrexham's hopes of a giant-killing in a thrilling FA Cup fifth-round tie. [Continue Reading]
In 64 years of wedding photos, one detail remains the same
What started out as a wartime necessity was passed down from generation to generation, becoming a family relic now on display in the National Library. [Continue Reading]
Russian missile strike on Kharkiv apartment block kills at least 10, including two children, and causes significant destruction
A devastating Russian missile strike has hit a residential apartment block in Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city, resulting in the deaths of at least 10 individuals, among them two children. The assault occurred on a Friday and brought down an entire entrance section of the five-storey building, causing significant destruction and trapping numerous residents beneath the rubble. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for an international response to what he termed as "targeting civilian and energy infrastructure" by Russian forces. Authorities reported that among those killed were a primary school teacher and her son, a second-grade student, alongside a 13-year-old girl... [Continue Reading]
Thousands Protest in London Against Airstrikes in Iran and US-Israel Military Actions
Thousands of demonstrators gathered in London this afternoon to protest against ongoing airstrikes in Iran, calling for an end to military actions by the United States and Israel. The protest took place outside the US embassy in Nine Elms, where a significant turnout of around 5,000 participants expressed their dissent, highlighting the rising tensions in the region and their opposition to what they perceive as unjustified warfare. The protesters began their march from Millbank Tower, a prominent site near Westminster, carrying signs with messages such as “Stop Trump’s Wars,” “Stop the War on Iran,” “Stop Arming Israel,” and “No War... [Continue Reading]
EastEnders star promises ‘high stakes’ as Mark’s situation explodes
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'Childhood on the line' - the reality for young carers
"Young carers are invisible in our society and yet they perform a very important role," according to Dr Philip Jaffé who attended the first ever Young Carers Conference in Ireland today. [Continue Reading]
Doctors try to save girl as father was killed in Gaza Israeli attack
Doctors in Gaza try to save a girl who sustained injuries in an Israeli attack that hit her and killed her father. [Continue Reading]
Eroded beaches restored while family waits to return home a year after cyclone
It's been 12 months since a tropical cyclone hit south-east Queensland. Here's how people have recovered a year on. [Continue Reading]
Matildas hope other Asian nations don't have to keep fighting for the basics
There was a time when the Matildas had to fight and scrap for pay, recognition, and respect. They hope the Women's Asian Cup can change things for other nations. [Continue Reading]
Iran vows more attacks in Gulf despite president’s apology
Gulf nations on Saturday reported new missile and drone attacks, while Iran vowed to press on with its strikes against neighbouring countries. Loud explosions were heard in Dubai, the Qatari capital Doha and Bahrain, while attacks were later reported in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Kuwait, where the national oil company announced a “precautionary” cut to production. The attacks came despite Iran’s president earlier apologising to Gulf countries for prior strikes, saying they would no longer... [Continue Reading]
When DOGE Unleashed ChatGPT on the Humanities
Documents show how A.I. was used to cancel most previously approved grants by the National Endowment for the Humanities as the agency embraced President Trump’s agenda. [Continue Reading]
Calls to clear name of woman hanged for poisoning 'abusive' husband
Elizabeth Woolcock is recognised as the only women ever to be hanged in SA. But researchers believe she was sent to the gallows in 1873 an innocent woman. [Continue Reading]
Three charged after Good Samaritan's murder at Melbourne railway station
Two teenagers and a man have been charged after a 22-year-old died from stab wounds in Mernda on Friday night. Police are waiting to interview a fourth person about the death. [Continue Reading]
Thousands protest against strikes on Iran at US Embassy in London
Thousands marched to the diplomatic mission in Nine Elms, many carrying Iranian and Palestinian flags as well as pictures of the former supreme leader Ali Khamenei. [Continue Reading]
Runners at Los Angeles Marathon Can Get a Finisher Medal After Only 18 Miles
The decision to award medals to runners who do not complete the entire 26.2-mile race comes as temperatures are set to reach into the 80s on Sunday. Some marathoners disagreed with the change. [Continue Reading]
Aussies hoping Healy bats one last time in Test farewell
Alyssa Healy is being encouraged to promote herself up the batting order, as the Australia captain prepares for the final act of her international career. [Continue Reading]
Video: Satellite images reveal damage to several Iranian military bases
Satellite imagery reveals extensive damage at several Iranian military sites following a wave of airstrikes. [Continue Reading]
Thousands march on US embassy in London calling for end of strikes in Iran
Speaking outside the embassy, Your Party MP Zarah Sultana told protesters: ‘we will not be ignored again’Thousands of protesters calling for the end of US and Israeli strikes on Iran have marched to the US embassy in central London.Groups including the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND), Stop The War, the Palestine Solidarity Campaign, the Muslim Association of Britain, the Palestinian Forum in Britain and Friends Of Al-Aqsa led the march to the embassy on Saturday afternoon, after gathering on Millbank, near Westminster. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Cuba says electricity plant successfully repaired after large blackout
A US pressure campaign, including an oil blockade, has strained the Caribbean country's ageing energy infrastructure. [Continue Reading]
Unlikely team of volunteers beats the odds to reopen community pool
While council pools across Victoria face threats of closure, residents of a rural town beat the odds to save theirs. Now they have to prove a community-run model can work. [Continue Reading]
Promises ramped down in SA election as ambulance crisis proves hard to solve
With just two weeks to go until the state election, Labor has steered away from ambitious promises after difficulty meeting its pledge to fix the ambulance ramping crisis last election , one of the few points where the opposition's barbs are piercing. [Continue Reading]
'Fantastic French made to look ordinary as Scotland come of age'
Scotland deliver arguably their best performance in almost 40 years to give themselves unlikely shot at Six Nations title. [Continue Reading]
Aussie Tudhope makes solid start in Winter Paralympics medal hunt
After claiming bronze four years ago in Beijing, Australia's Ben Tudhope impresses in the qualifying stage of the men's para snowboard program at the Milano Cortina Games. [Continue Reading]
All-ages heavy metal music events not dead as young people keep headbanging
In community halls across Western Sydney young people are headbanging, crowdsurfing and forming mosh pits. [Continue Reading]
UAE president says prepared to confront ‘threats’ as Iran attacks continue
Iran's judiciary chief contradicts earlier apology to Gulf, warns of ‘heavy attacks’ on areas ‘at disposal of enemy'. [Continue Reading]
Brisbane cops heavy rain as tropical low continues south
A tropical low crossed the coast near Innisfail on Friday afternoon, bringing heavy rain and flooding to large swathes of Queensland. [Continue Reading]
Russia kills 10 in Ukraine strike including children with new missile
President Zelenskyy calls for international response as Russian assault targets civilian and energy infrastructure. [Continue Reading]
Trump Announces Creation of Americas Counter-Cartel Coalition at Shield of the Americas Summit in South Florida
In a significant escalation of U.S. policy towards drug trafficking, President Donald Trump has announced the creation of the Americas Counter-Cartel Coalition during the inaugural "Shield of the Americas" summit held at his golf club in South Florida. The gathering on Saturday brought together leaders from a dozen politically aligned nations, united by a common goal of combatting drug trafficking in the region. Trump emphasized the unacceptable threat that cartels pose to national security, insisting that military action is necessary to confront these criminal organizations. During his remarks, Trump made a stark declaration regarding the need for military intervention, stating,... [Continue Reading]
US and Israel escalate military actions against Iran, leading to increased regional conflict and rising casualties
The ongoing conflict across the Middle East has intensified significantly following substantial military actions by the United States and Israel against Iran. These operations began with strikes on 28 February, which resulted in the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and targeted key military sites and infrastructure throughout the country. In the ensuing weeks, this conflict has drawn in regional actors, with reported casualties mounting dramatically as retaliatory attacks by Iran have escalated against Israel and US interests in the Gulf region. Recent reports indicate that after the strikes executed by US and Israeli forces, which were described... [Continue Reading]
Coronation Street confirms comeuppance for abuser Megan in grim new trailer as the end looms
The end is nigh. [Continue Reading]
Maggie’s wicked new plot confirmed in Coronation Street as unsuspecting target falls into her trap
A secret is close to being revealed. [Continue Reading]
Tehran clerics vow to pick new leader as Trump threatens to hit Iran 'very hard'
It came as Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian dismissed Mr Trump's demand for the country's surrender as a "dream" and apologised to Gulf states for missile and drone attacks. [Continue Reading]
Smoke rises from a Dubai tower after attack
Video shows smoke rising from a Dubai tower after shrapnel damaged the residential building and set a car on fire. [Continue Reading]
UK counter-terrorism agents granted more time to question men suspected of spying for Iran
Detectives are investigating if alleged surveillance of Jewish locations and individuals is linked to possible attacks on British soilCounter-terrorism detectives have been granted more time to question four men arrested on suspicion of spying for Iran on locations and individuals linked to the Jewish community.The suspects, one Iranian and three dual British-Iranian nationals, can now be held in custody until 13 March, the Metropolitan police said on Saturday. The men, aged 22, 40, 52 and 55, were arrested under the National Security Act at addresses in Harrow, Watford and Barnet shortly after 1am on Friday. The Met said six other... [Continue Reading]
Former KDPI leader Asso Hassan Zadeh speaks to France 24
Tensions surrounding Iran are drawing renewed international attention amid reports of rising regional instability and questions about how different actors across the region could be affected. Iran’s Kurdish regions, where political movements have long sought greater political rights and representation, are also part of the wider discussion as the situation continues to evolve. Joining us today for Spotlight to discuss these developments is France 24’s Jennie Shin, who is joined by Asso Hassan Zadeh, the former Deputy Secretary-General of the Kurdistan Democratic Party of Iran [Continue Reading]
Coronation Street star Adam Rickitt reveals dad ‘stole’ his entire soap fortune
'He did it three times.' [Continue Reading]
What time the Australian Grand Prix starts and how to follow the race
Here's all you need to know about the F1 Australian Grand Prix, including when the race begins and the make-up of the starting grid. [Continue Reading]
Two Toronto-Area Synagogues Are Struck by Gunfire
The episodes, which happened late Friday and early Saturday, came after a third synagogue was damaged by gunfire on Monday, officials said. [Continue Reading]
'One more week to finish job' - Tuipulotu eyes unlikely Six Nations title
Scotland have "one more week to finish the job" as they target an unlikely Six Nations triumph, says captain Sione Tuipulotu. [Continue Reading]
Ukrainian forces halt advance in Zaporizhzhia, Kyiv says
Ukraine has claimed a slew of successes on the front line in recent days, underscoring the effectiveness of its weapons systems, including anti-drone interceptors. [Continue Reading]
Live: Fresh wave of US-Israeli attacks after Trump warns Iran will be 'hit very hard'
Donald Trump says the US and Israel will hit Iran "very hard" after Tehran rejected his demand for surrender. Follow live. [Continue Reading]
More than 30 injured in nightclub bombing in northern Peru
Peru has experienced an uptick in organised crime, including extortion, a trend analysts link to government corruption. [Continue Reading]
Reclaiming humanity post Bondi attack
Michael Visontay explores the deep roots of Jewish life in Bondi, and the impact of loss on this close-knit community. [Continue Reading]
