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
Australia bowls first as rising star Beardman is rested following stunning debut
Australian paceman Mahli Beardman, two days after his stunning one-day international debut, has been rested for the second clash against England.
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.
Anthony Albanese apologises for hot-mic gaffe after Coalition criticises ‘locker-room talk’
Prime minister says he and Chris Bowen were having ‘light-hearted banter’ when they were caught discussing where they keep their phones Get our daily political email , free app or daily news podcast Anthony Albanese has
Monkey attacks woman inside residential complex in India
A woman was attacked and repeatedly bitten by a monkey at a residential apartment complex in India’s Gujarat state.
Japanese man arrested for alleged abuse, murder of daughter
According to an expert committee, 50 children died from physical abuse or neglect in Japan in fiscal 2024.
Central coast man in critical condition after 'blue sky' lightning strike
A Central Coast man in his 20s is in Royal North Shore Hospital after he was struck by lightning while swimming during sunny weather yesterday.
Italian artist reimagines Madonna paintings to expose Gaza’s pain
Italian artist Eduardo Castaldo has unveiled an artwork titled ‘Holy Mothers of Gaza’ inside Naples’ Pappacoda Chapel.
Judge temporarily blocks Trump from closing Washington DC golf course for renovation
It is the latest development in a months-long challenge to the president's plans for East Potomac Golf Links.
Liberals announce plans for teen prison bootcamp for young offenders
Dhurringile Prison in north-east Victoria, which has been lying dormant since its closure two years ago, will be reopened to house a program to rehabilitate young offenders under a new Liberal election plan.
Top tax accountant exam scorer in South Korea admits to using AI to cheat
South Korean police said on Sunday they had launched an investigation after the top scorer in a national tax accountant exam confessed to using artificial intelligence to cheat. The test taker, who ranked first in both r
UBS unveils new West Kowloon hub to tap Greater Bay Area wealth
UBS has drawn back the curtains on its new Hong Kong headquarters in West Kowloon, a 20-storey tower with a client floor built for meetings, dinners and events, as the Swiss lender anchors its regional presence to tap gr
Ukraine claims thousands of Russian casualties and a slowing Kremlin advance
Ukraine is countering Russia's narrative of battlefield success by blunting the Kremlin's attacks.
Saudi-led coalition intercepts suspected Houthi missiles and drones
Fighting escalates in Yemen's Marib and al-Jawf, as UN agency says more than 340,000 Yemenis displaced since August.
Pope Leo speaks of community 'suffering' on visit to remote Andes town
Santa Cruz de Succhabamba is part of the Diocese of Chiclayo, where the pope served as bishop from 2015 to 2023.