ASEAN reaffirms engagement with Myanmar, seeks to advance peace plan
The summit is under pressure to ease a five-year ban on Myanmar's military-backed leaders attending high-level meetings.
Japan stun Brazil 3-2 in stoppage time as Ancelotti, Raphinha sent off
Substitute Tatsuhiro Sakamoto’s late goal helps Japan avenge their defeat by Brazil in the World Cup round of 32.
Chapman hat-trick fires Jillaroos to Rugby League World Cup glory
A dominant first-half performance and a Jaime Chapman hat-trick has fired the Jillaroos to a 34-10 victory over New Zealand in the Rugby League World Cup final.
Albanese stands by Ukraine but won't rule out photo with Putin
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says he will consider the wishes of his Chinese hosts about the prospect of a summit 'family photo' that could include Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Weekend deaths push WA road toll to grim record high
With more than a month to go before the year ends, the road toll in Western Australia has already hit 186 deaths — more fatalities than all of last year.
Zelenskyy questions SpaceX over reported Starshield speed restrictions
The restrictions have been directly affecting Ukraine's ability to intercept Russian jet-powered attack drones, Zelenskyy said in an address at the European Political Community summit in Dublin earlier this week.
South Korea calms fears over 260,000 Nvidia chip order after Jensen Huang’s exit
The South Korean government said Nvidia’s existing partnership commitments to Seoul remain intact despite disgraced CEO Jensen Huang’s departure from the artificial intelligence giant. However, uncertainties linger as re
ASEAN summit: Who’s attending and what’s at stake?
Energy disruptions as a result of the US-Israel war on Iran is a key issue for the import-dependent bloc.
Copper wire upgrade behind US flight suspension, transport secretary says
The US government is trying to find out whether the chaos was caused by "incompetence" or faulty equipment.
After tragically losing a mate, Herbert is helping businesses with his shirt
Golfer Lucas Herbert has returned to Australia on a mission to use his platform to help those struggling in the tough economic climate.
Judo: double gold for Canada on day 2 at Zagreb Grand Prix
Canada celebrated double gold at the Zagreb Grand Prix as Jessica Klimkait and François Gauthier-Drapeau topped the podium. Georgia's Giorgi Loladze and Brazil's Nauana Silva claimed their first Grand Prix titles, while
'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.
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 sets 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
Hamas says senior commander killed in Israeli airstrike
A senior Hamas commander who helped plan and oversee the 7 October 2023 attack had been killed in an Israeli airstrike, according to the Palestinian militant group.
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.