'Is this a cyberattack?' Grounded flights, a Microsoft outage and AI chaos fuel cybersecurity fears
A series of unsettling disruptions, from tech stock turbulence and Microsoft outages to a nationwide grounding of flights, has left millions wondering whether the world’s increasingly interconnected technology systems ar
Hope springs eternal in award-winning photos showcasing nature’s resilience
A fragile Turkish delta and a melting Icelandic 'snow tree' are captured in the award-winning images.
Dubai, Abu Dhabi property markets could gain if Trump’s midterm losses help end Iran war
The United Arab Emirates, a favoured destination for foreign property investment, could see support for housing demand and prices if heavy midterm losses for US President Donald Trump’s Republican Party help bring an end
Hong Kong taxi driver arrested after 2 Britons hit by cab in Wan Chai
Hong Kong police have arrested a cabby for dangerous driving after his taxi allegedly hit two British nationals who were crossing the road in Wan Chai. Police said on Sunday that the incident happened at 1.39am, when the
South Korea probes top exam scorer after AI cheating confession
The candidate scored 397.5 out of 400 points in the first round, with only one wrong answer out of 160 questions, sparking cheating accusations.
700 swimmers left stranded after strong currents force early end to Victoria Harbour Race
The Victoria Harbour Race on Sunday ended in chaos and disappointment for up to 800 swimmers, after organisers cancelled the final waves of amateur competitors and even pulled some from the water with the finish line in
Drone ownership ban comes into force in Beijing over security concerns
The ban applies to both urbanized and rural areas in the municipality of around 16,400 square kilometers — an area roughly half the size of Belgium.
Israel: Making the Holy Land burn
For all its greenwashing, the Zionist state has ecologically devastated Palestine more than anyone else.
Bahrain issues first threat alerts since September as Iran says it attacked U.S. base
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps said it had attacked a U.S. military base in Bahrain in retaliation for "hostile U.S. actions."
The French Republic’s forgotten promise of equality
French youth learn in school about the Revolution’s values but they do not see them reflected in their own reality.
Beijing faces its Russia dilemma amid talk of Xi-Trump-Putin summit
China is forced to tread carefully as it considers hosting a meeting between Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, and Donald Trump. While the optics are sure to favor Moscow, Beijing is risking its image on the global stage.
Man in custody after police helicopter search near Devonport
A man allegedly linked to a series of incidents in Tasmania's north-west, including a service station robbery, is in police custody following a multi-hour search.
Anthony Albanese welcomes Trump-Xi-Putin summit – even as European leaders express reservations
‘We think dialogue is a good thing,’ Australian PM says after German chancellor urges the US to work with Europe for peace in Ukraine Australia has endorsed this week’s historic summit between Donald Trump, Xi Jinping an
Trump-Putin-Xi meeting likely to be short on substance, rich in symbolism
The talks with the leaders of two countries that represent the biggest challenges to American power could set a worrying precedent for U.S. allies.
Secret votes and vetoes: How will the next UN chief be picked?
With no frontrunner for the job, eight candidates are vying for the UN Security Council's recommendation.
Feeling the winter chill? Thermal baths and scenic outdoor saunas worth visiting in Europe
Whether it’s floating saunas in Norway or steaming thermal baths in Budapest, Europe offers travellers some spectacular spots to take on the winter chill.
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What a Beijing cafe dispute reveals about China’s struggling bookshops
China’s bricks-and-mortar bookstores are increasingly counting on coffee, merchandise and cultural events rather than books to stay afloat – a survival strategy whose tensions were laid bare after a major chain asked a b
How Iran used US troops’ digital footprints to hit Mideast bases for billions in damage
When Iran’s military planners prepared to hit American bases in the Middle East, they relied on intelligence from an unlikely source: US service members themselves. According to security experts and even the US military,
As more foreign nationals join Japan’s workforce, diversity policies take on new importance
In response to changing expectations, Japanese organizations have embraced DEI policies, but hurdles remain toward proper implementation.
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky challenges SpaceX over Starshield as US raises Donbas proposal
Kyiv says restrictions on military-grade Starshield terminals have left Ukrainian forces less able to intercept Russian jet-powered drones
Federal Court rules Lorella Springs Wilderness Park tourism permit invalid
Northern Territory native title holders are claiming a "hard fought win" after a Federal Court judge ruled a tourism permit for Lorella Springs Wilderness Park is invalid, and ordered the Pastoral Land Board to reassess
England set Australia big run chase after opener's century
England opener Tom Banton has clubbed a century as the visitors set Australia 356 runs to win their second one-day international.
Australia and Philippines upgrade defense ties with focus on China
The deal will enhance military infrastructure development and maritime awareness and information sharing.
Hong Kong must expand trade, not wait for ‘luck’ as AI exports could slow: commerce chief
Hong Kong must proactively expand trade networks and not “wait for luck to come our way”, as the recent growth in artificial intelligence exports may gradually slow down, the city’s commerce minister has said. Secretary
Mia Latter alleges Russell Brand raped her as a 16-year-old
A woman who made allegations about Russell Brand in a 2023 UK media investigation has revealed her identity.
Francophone summit opens in Cambodia amid Rwanda-DR Congo rift
Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda clash over who should lead the organisation of French-speaking nations.
NATO to skip a leaders’ summit in Albania next year as high-level meetings are scaled back
NATO is scaling back high-level meetings and will not hold a leaders’ summit in Albania next year as planned
Malaysian plan to let refugees work spurs advocates’ call for safeguards
Malaysia’s plans to allow registered refugees to work legally have raised hopes among their communities that have long relied on precarious informal employment to survive, even as Thailand’s experience suggests that such
No actors, no crew, no ticket sales: ‘So obviously AI’ film flops at China’s box office
China has ushered artificial intelligence into its cinemas, but the country’s first fully AI-generated feature film has flopped at the box office. Made with no human actors or camera crew, Sanxingdui: Future Past brought
Protesters drive home message to data centre company
Hundreds of people have rallied at SA Parliament, calling for plans for a data centre in the Adelaide Hills to be scrapped.
Woman killed and two other people seriously injured in Scenic Rim crash
A 73-year-old woman has died in a crash between a car and a truck near Aratula that also injured an 11-year-old boy and a 22-year-old man.
Two South Australian bushwalkers rescued from Tasmania's south-west
Two women from South Australia have been rescued from the Western Arthur Range in Tasmnia's remote south-west after they encountered difficult weather conditions.
New York Democratic Socialists urge Ocasio-Cortez to run for US president
Delegates at NYC-DSA convention pass resolution formally calling on Congresswoman AOC to run in 2028 presidential race.
Rival promises as parties rally at Victorian election campaign launches
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll spruiks his party's public health credentials to a sea of red, while Opposition Leader Jess Wilson accuses Labor of taking away the state's "vibrancy".
Hong Kong concert organiser told ‘weeks in advance’ about changed programme: Yuja Wang
The internationally acclaimed pianist Yuja Wang has denied making a last-minute change to a recent performance in Hong Kong that resulted in audience refunds, saying the concert organiser was told weeks in advance about
Video shows moment of Brooklyn building collapse from inside
Newly released nanny cam footage shows the moment an apartment building collapsed in Brooklyn as children played inside.
Fix failings that led to Floreat murders, DV advocates say
Two women's murders, at the hands of Mark Bombara, must not go in vain, advocates for domestic violence victims and survivors say, after a coronial inquest into the tragedy revealed several police mistakes and missed opp
Aussie quick says 'everyone knew' about sandpaper, as Warner doubles down
Former Australian cricketer Chadd Sayers, who played his lone Test after Sandpapergate on the infamous 2018 South African tour, has said he is comfortable stating he believed everyone in the team new about ball-tampering
Australian doctors say health anxiety is being fuelled by social media
Doctors say consumer health tests can encourage people to be more proactive about their health, but they are also leading to increased body monitoring and health anxiety.
Tim Winton talks Rinehart, rage, climate change and Cloudstreet
Tim Winton nearly lost the manuscript of the book that made him famous. Decades later, the Cloudstreet author reflects on the state of Australia.
Zimbabwe’s HIV gains face a test among young people
New prevention tools offer hope, but reaching young people remains a challenge.
Fresh coat, lighter load: Hong Kong airport puts runway-painting robots to work
Hong Kong International Airport has become the world’s first to deploy robots to repaint runway markings, cutting the time needed to refresh centre lines by about 67 per cent compared with manual painting, its managing a
Could Beijing’s HQ-17 air-defence system defend PLA amphibious forces from Taiwan strikes?
Before mainland Chinese troops could attempt a landing on Taiwan, they would first have to assemble vehicles, weapons and supplies along the coast – potentially exposing them to Taiwanese drone, rocket and missile attack
Digital nomads are flocking to Asia. South Korea wants in
Alina Radulescu, 38, has stayed in Italy, the United States and Thailand for months at a time. Now, the IT consultant from Romania shares a co-living space in Seoul with 11 other digital nomads – and says she’s never bee
World leaders head to Asia for back-to-back diplomatic summits
Tussle for influence as trade, tech and regional security to take centre stage in China, Philippines and Cambodia meetings The global political centre of gravity will be firmly in Asia this week as world leaders fly in f
Victor Wembanyama and why we crave sports villains
The star is the frontrunner for MVP this year in just his fourth season in the NBA. He's also found himself cast in the classic role of the bad guy.
Live: Jillaroos win fourth straight World Cup after stunning Champan hat-trick
The Jillaroos have won their fourth straight Rugby League World Cup with a 34-10 win over New Zealand's Kiwi Ferns. Follow live.