Sydney Roosters centre Billy Smith is in doubt for Friday night's match against the Rabbitohs after he was involved in an e-bike accident. [Continue Reading]
Cathay Pacific, AirAsia and Thai Airways join Qantas in increasing prices, as travellers flock to airlines that don’t have Middle East stopoversCathay Pacific, AirAsia and Thai Airways are among a growing number of airlines hiking air fares as conflict in the Middle East boosts oil prices and sends travellers flocking to alternative stopover destinations in Asia.The US and Israel’s war on Iran has sent the price of oil soaring while restricting access to refineries, with experts predicting air fares could be elevated for months even if the conflict ends. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
An early safety report into the grounding of a luxury Australian cruise ship says it will investigate why the ship was steaming so fast and turning too wide in confined waters when it swerved off course into a reef. [Continue Reading]
After twice being caught up by an ambitious Blues side, Paris Saint-Germain finally won 5-2, putting one foot in the Champions League quarter-finals. Scoring three goals in the last quarter of an hour, PSG seem to have restored the confidence they displayed last season. They have five days to rest before travelling to London for the second leg. [Continue Reading]
Guide dog Pickle has been stealing the spotlight in Milan-Cortina. [Continue Reading]
A school dropout from eastern China who survived a violent attack and bankruptcy has built a steamed bun empire that generates 180 million yuan (US$26 million) annually. Liu Huiping, 49, hails from Anhui province, famously known as China’s “hometown of dough makers.” To ease the financial burden on his parents, Liu left secondary school early. He initially learned furniture making before shifting his focus to the craft of Chinese buns. In 1998, with a 4,000-yuan (US$580) loan, Liu ventured to... [Continue Reading]
Cooking gas shortages in Gaza force families to burn wood and plastic, exposing mothers and children to dangerous smoke. [Continue Reading]
A UN-backed panel of independent experts focusing on racial discrimination says racist hate speech by US President Donald Trump and other American political leaders, along with a crackdown on immigration in the United States, have led to “grave human rights violations”. The Geneva-based Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination issued its decision Wednesday and urged the US to suspend immigration enforcement operations at, and near, schools, hospitals, and faith-based... [Continue Reading]
Norwegian authorities have arrested three brothers in connection with an explosion outside the US embassy in Oslo. The incident occurred on Sunday, resulting from an improvised device placed at the embassy's entrance, causing minor damage but thankfully no injuries. This early morning blast raised immediate concerns regarding security at the embassy and the implications surrounding its potential links to terrorism. The brothers, all in their 20s and identified as Norwegian citizens with ties to Iraq, were taken into custody after an investigation led police to believe they were connected to the bombing. The police attorney, Christian Hatlo, stated in a... [Continue Reading]
Sudanese Doctors Network says 'horrific crime represents a continuation of the violations committed by the RSF.' [Continue Reading]
“Isn’t this how ‘Ironman 3’ started?” Kimmel said after the F.B.I. warned state officials tobb prepare for a retaliatory Iranian drone strike on the West Coast ahead of Sunday’s Academy Awards. [Continue Reading]
Residents in more flood-affected communities across the Top End are now eligible for hardship payments, with disaster assistance also extended further in the Barkly and central Australia. [Continue Reading]
Police discovered the bodies of the mother and daughter after reports of an injured man, covered in blood, in Logan, in Brisbane’s southFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA mother and her baby daughter have been found dead in their Queensland home, while a man covered in blood was hit by a car close to the grisly crime scene.The tragedy was discovered after reports of the injured man being struck by a vehicle near a supermarket in Queensland’s southeast. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Hungary is going to the polls soon and Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has one public enemy in his sights - Ukraine's president. [Continue Reading]
Former PM says schools ‘deserve same moral status as hospitals’ after 168 schoolgirls killed in US-Israel war on IranGordon Brown: ‘Children killed, a school turned into a graveyard: even in wartime, we can’t accept this’A school turned into a graveyardMinab school bombing: a visual guideGordon Brown has called for the creation of an international criminal court for crimes against children, saying “no child should ever become collateral damage in a conflict”.Writing for the Guardian, the former prime minister drew on the tomahawk missile strike on the Shajareh Tayyebeh school at the start of the Iran conflict, which killed 168 schoolgirls,... [Continue Reading]
Home Office targets 150 families whose asylum claims were refused and offers them up to £40,000 to leave or face forcible removalFamilies who received notices asking them to agree to return to their home countries are begging the Home Office to give them more time to make a decision that will significantly affect their children’s futures.The Home Office has targeted 150 families whose asylum claims were refused and given them just seven days to make the decision, which would uproot their children from schools and adopted communities. Those who refuse to leave voluntarily may be forcibly removed in handcuffs, including... [Continue Reading]
Countries across the continent have spent more than $2bn on Chinese tracking technology that is not ‘necessary or proportionate’, new report findsThe rapid expansion of AI-powered mass-surveillance systems across Africa is violating citizens’ right to privacy and having a chilling effect on society, according to experts on human rights and emerging technologies.At least $2bn (£1.5bn) has been spent by 11 African governments on Chinese-built surveillance technology that recognises faces and monitors movements, according to a new report by the Institute of Development Studies, which warns that national security is being used to justify implementing these systems with little regulation. Continue... [Continue Reading]
Irish artists, British indie legends and US stars such as Tom Waits also contribute, with Springsteen writing essay about the ‘bottomless humanity’ of the late Pogues frontmanBruce Springsteen has written an essay celebrating the “flashing, alive and historically rich” songwriting of the late Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan, as an all-star covers album is announced featuring Springsteen, Kate Moss, Johnny Depp and others.Springsteen’s cover of A Rainy Night in Soho is out now, the first song to be released from 20th Century Paddy: The Songs of Shane MacGowan, which is out 13 November.Many, unsurprisingly, led difficult lives not easily bound by... [Continue Reading]
Charity criticises new measures that would make it harder for inquests to pass verdict of unlawful killingMen whose abusive behaviour drives women to take their own lives are more likely to get away with their crimes because of proposed law changes, justice campaigners say.Ministers want to make it harder for inquests to pass verdicts of unlawful killing, which have been crucial in getting justice for women who committed suicide after suffering abuse. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
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Hugh Jackman and David Beckham have been known to pop in. [Continue Reading]
After an autumn-winter barrage of award shows - the Emmys, the Golden Globes, the Grammys, the IFTAs and the BAFTAs - the granddaddy of them all, the Academy Awards, are just around the corner. [Continue Reading]
Duets between Jessie Buckley and Hozier and Johnny Depp and Imelda May will feature on a new tribute album to the late Pogues front man Shane MacGowan. [Continue Reading]
China has pledged to raise grain output to record levels over the next five years, as part of efforts to guarantee food security for its vast population amid geopolitical shocks and supply-chain uncertainties. Under the nation’s 15th five-year plan unveiled during the “two sessions” parliamentary meetings, Beijing set a target to raise annual grain production capacity to 725 million tonnes by 2030, driven by wider use of high-end agricultural machinery and advanced breeding technologies. As in... [Continue Reading]
South Australian police have concluded their latest search for evidence following the disappearance of four-year-old Gus Lamont, but have not ruled out returning to the remote station where he lived. [Continue Reading]
Up to 238 workers at Tahmoor Colliery in south-west Sydney are being made redundant as liquidators attempt to sell the coal mine, following months of financial turmoil under Sanjeev Gupta's GFG Alliance. [Continue Reading]
The United Nations Security Council has formally condemned Iran for its military strikes targeting civilian infrastructure across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and Jordan. The resolution received backing from 136 member states, reflecting widespread global repudiation of Iran's aggressive actions. GCC Secretary General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi praised the resolution as a landmark international stance condemning Tehran for breaching international laws and UN conventions. The attacks disrupted civilian life and posed a significant threat to regional stability in the Gulf and Jordan. The condemnation underscores the sovereignty of the GCC states and Jordan, affirming their legal right to respond defensively... [Continue Reading]
An Iranian drone attack struck the Salalah Port in Oman, damaging multiple fuel storage tanks and raising regional security tensions. The target, Salalah Port, is a critical commercial and logistical hub for Oman and the wider Gulf region. Qatar accused Iran of deliberately attacking Oman as retaliation despite Oman’s ongoing mediation efforts to reduce Gulf tensions. The attack threatens regional stability by targeting vital civilian infrastructure and undermining international efforts to calm escalating conflicts. This act risks exacerbating existing Gulf rivalries and could provoke a wider security crisis, potentially impacting global energy supply routes and diplomatic relations. Omani civilians and... [Continue Reading]
An oversupply of chicken meat has been blamed for the collapse of Tasmanian agrifood business TasFoods. [Continue Reading]
World number three Novak Djokovic falls to defending champion Jack Draper in a pulsating fourth-round match at the prestigious Indian Wells tournament. [Continue Reading]
Council has chosen to shut both lanes at once to have it completed sooner, but some don't trust the timeline. [Continue Reading]
This week in Canberra the Nationals chose a new leader, the energy minister chose his words carefully and the government chose to avoid one word altogether. [Continue Reading]
On March 11, the United Arab Emirates successfully intercepted a large-scale aerial assault comprising six ballistic missiles, seven cruise missiles, and 39 drones launched from Iran. This marks another intense wave in Iran’s ongoing hostile campaign against UAE territory, further escalating tensions in the Gulf region. The Ministry of Defense reported that since the conflict began, UAE air defenses have neutralized a total of 268 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles, and 1,514 unmanned aerial vehicles. These attacks have directly affected the civilian population, resulting in six fatalities including Emirati nationals and expatriate workers from Pakistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh. Additionally, at... [Continue Reading]
The bombing of the school and its casualties involving children has become a focal point of the war, and would also stand among the highest civilian casualty events caused by the American military operations in the last two decades. [Continue Reading]
The wife of Barry Cable, the former footballer on trial for allegedly sexually abusing a child in the early stages of his illustrious career, testifies in defence of her famous husband. [Continue Reading]
Iran Escalates Attacks on Oil Infrastructure, Prompting Spike in Global Oil Prices - Developing story Iran has intensified its military operations in the Middle East, setting ablaze two tankers in Iraqi waters and launching additional strikes against oil transport facilities. This escalation is part of a broader strategy aimed at disrupting energy markets across the region. As a direct result of these actions, oil prices have surged past $100 a barrel amid fears of prolonged conflict and continued Iranian aggression. The recent surge in oil prices is not an isolated incident but rather a culmination of fears regarding future global... [Continue Reading]
Viral video of girl being shoved by fellow pedestrian has reignited debate over butsukari – with experts blaming stress and gender dynamicsIt starts out as a heartwarming clip. A young girl, clearly delighted to be in Tokyo, beams as she makes a peace sign to the camera. Seconds later, she is shoved to the ground from behind by a woman wearing a surgical mask. The assailant doesn’t skip a beat, striding out of shot of the clip filmed by the girl’s mother.This was no accidental clash of shoulders in a crowded place, but one of the most visible examples of... [Continue Reading]
Exclusive: Oil at $100 a barrel means higher prices in the EU and UK, making savings for those with electric vehicles even greater, analysts sayEuropean drivers face paying an extra €220 (£190) a year at the pumps because of the surge in oil prices caused by the war in Iran, analysts have warned. In the UK, a separate estimate puts the cost at an extra £140.A sustained oil price of $100 a barrel, the level seen on Monday, would mean motorists in the EU paying €55bn more over a year, researchers at the Transport & Environment (T&E) thinktank estimated. That... [Continue Reading]
Influential Treasury committee chair Meg Hillier says review follows growing concern over graduate debtUK firms struggling to hire young people amid cost pressures, MPs toldYoung adults in the UK face a “perfect storm” of economic challenges, the head of the influential Treasury select committee has warned as it launches an inquiry into student loans.The cross-party committee’s investigation comes as the government considers ways to ease the burden on graduates, amid a growing backlash about high interest rates and hefty repayments, including among Labour MPs. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
The top drivers included a $2.2 billion auction week in New York and strong fall fairs, according to the annual Art Basel and UBS report. [Continue Reading]
The United Nations Security Council unanimously passed Resolution 2817 condemning Iran's escalating military operations against Gulf Cooperation Council countries and Jordan. The resolution criticizes Iran for attacks targeting civilians and critical infrastructure, breaching international laws and UN principles. This condemnation reflects unprecedented international consensus with 136 nations backing the measure. The GCC Secretary General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi welcomed the resolution as proof of Iran's flagrant violations and emphasized the legal right of the Gulf states and Jordan to defend their sovereignty and respond to these attacks under Article 51 of the UN Charter. The resolution comes amid a series of... [Continue Reading]
Qatar's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al-Thani, participated in a Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) media stand in New York to back a UN Security Council draft resolution condemning Iran’s attacks on Gulf states and Jordan. This initiative, spearheaded by Bahrain on behalf of the GCC and Jordan, aims to highlight the ongoing security threats posed by Iran's military actions. Iran’s strikes on the territories of GCC states, including Qatar, have been described as unjustified violations of national sovereignty. These attacks escalate regional instability and pose risks to peace and security in a strategically vital... [Continue Reading]
The United Nations Security Council has adopted Resolution 2817 condemning the Islamic Republic of Iran's recent attacks on the territories of Gulf states and Jordan. Saudi Arabia, a key Gulf nation, welcomed the resolution, emphasizing the condemnation of assaults on civilian areas that have caused casualties and extensive damage to residential buildings. The resolution classifies these attacks as serious breaches of international law and threats to regional and global security. These events directly impact millions of civilians living in the Gulf Cooperation Council member states and Jordan, raising fears about escalated conflict in the strategically critical Gulf region. Saudi Arabia's... [Continue Reading]
The National People's Congress signals firm stance against corruption as China's 15th five-year plan is approved. [Continue Reading]
Israeli journalist and writer, Gideon Levy, says the decision to end the Iran war rests only with US President Trump. [Continue Reading]
Oil prices continue to soar despite the International Energy Agency's plans to release 400m barrels into the market. [Continue Reading]