Five Alpine destinations you can reach on new train routes this winter
From the French Alps to Austria’s historic mountain towns, these destinations offer everything from challenging ski runs to snowy walks, cosy restaurants and city sightseeing – with new and upgraded rail services making
Goalkeeper Owono handed 12-match ban after De Miguel death
Owono and De Miguel collided during a Spanish second-tier match between FC Andorra and Tenerife on November 2.
Trump, Putin and Xi plan historic joint meeting in China next week, White House says
Trump will discuss the "reduction of nuclear weapons" during the unprecedented talks, a spokeswoman says.
Hong Kong preschool rejects father’s claim son suffered head injury on campus
A popular preschool in Kowloon Tong has rejected a parent’s allegation that his two-year-old son suffered a large bump on his head on campus, saying police had closed their investigation after finding no CCTV evidence th
US lifts ground stop, but passengers face second day of flight disruption
More than 1.5 million passengers face travel disruption as domestic and international airlines warn of knock-on delays.
Eddie Jones vows Japan will ‘play the house down’ in matchup with England
Eddie Jones remains England's most successful coach in terms of winning percentage.
Australia's newest fast-bowling sensation tipped for big things from a young age
From an enthusiastic kid to a teenage tearaway, Mahli Beardman's talents were spotted early as a junior cricketer in regional WA.
Newcastle climate protest goes ahead, no arrests made
Activism group Rising Tide says more than 900 people registered to take part in its paddle-out on Newcastle Harbour, near the channel that leads to the world's largest coal port.
US-bound flights out of Australia delayed after telecommunications outage grounded American planes
Sydney and Melbourne airports say flights were affected by now-lifted ban on departures in US US flight outage – live updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Some US-bound flights from Sydney
Cathay Pacific warns of delays after US ground stop hits Hong Kong-bound flights
Two Hong Kong-bound Cathay Pacific flights from the United States have been affected by a nationwide ground stop, with the city’s flag carrier warning of further delays. The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) had t
Lagos Art Week confronts history, identity and belonging
ART X Lagos celebrates Africa's heritage and contemporary creativity.
Japan and Philippines to ink deal on oil reserve cooperation
Under the partnership, Japan will help the Philippines develop a national oil reserve system as part of measures to enhance its energy security.
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Iranian shopkeeper goes viral for Netanyahu resemblance
A shopkeeper in Tehran has become an unlikely social media sensation because of his striking resemblance to Netanyahu.
Hong Kong police arrest 3 teens over alleged assault on 13-year-old schoolmate
Hong Kong police have arrested three teenage boys on suspicion of assaulting a 13-year-old fellow pupil on campus, after a social media post criticised the school’s handling of the alleged bullying. Police said they rece
ICC stops probe into alleged crimes by US troops in Afghanistan
The decision follows feuds between the United States and the Hague-based International Criminal Court.
Cape Town inquiry spoke to all Aussie bowlers, ABC understands
Sources connected to the Australian bowling group say they all spoke to investigators as part of the inquiry into Cape Town ball tampering, which runs counter to claims by David Warner.
FAA ground stop lifted: Why were US flights grounded, and what’s next?
The FAA says nationwide ground stop disrupting thousands of US flights was caused by a telecommunications outage.
'The line-up is huge': Australians caught up in US flight chaos
Thousands of flights have been delayed or cancelled across the US, leaving Australian travellers stranded at airports.
Hauser ends stunning triathlon season with silver
Matt Hauser once more underlined his status as a genuine medal contender for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, as triathlon heralds a new era of racing.
Measles-associated deaths reach 10 in US after two more deaths reported
More than 5,400 confirmed measles cases have been recorded in the US to date this year.
The Townsville creatives making their own queer community
Townsville's queer culture is less visible than other aspects, but that is changing as more people are creating the communities they once had to leave regional Queensland to find.
Predicting weather in the Southern Hemisphere is challenging. Here's why
Weather forecasts in the Southern Hemisphere can be less accurate compared to the Northern Hemisphere. Despite advances in technology, there are still some gaps.
Japan considers setting five-year defense spending plan at ¥60 trillion
The Defense Ministry estimates that necessary defense expenditures for the five-year period will total ¥70 trillion to ¥80 trillion.
A friendship forged on the rugby league fields of New Zealand a century ago
It's been more than 100 years since Awhina and Rita's ancestors travelled from the rugby league fields of New Zealand to Australia.
Rubio labels international law a tool of elites, attacks ICC
The Secretary of State warned that the U.S. would never submit to the "sterile vision of radical judges or soulless global bureaucrats."
Man shot dead in Perth's south, triggering major police response
Homicide detectives are investigating after a 44-year-old man was shot dead at a rural property in Perth's south this morning.
Tanker collision leaves riverboat passengers clinging to railings
Passengers were rescued after a tanker ship collided with a riverboat docked on the Mississippi River in New Orleans.
Former FAA official says ‘nobody really knows what is going on’
Former FAA safety team representative Kyle Bailey says grounding flights is the safest course of action.
Stuart Bonds made ‘racist’ and ‘divisive’ comments. But One Nation is showing no sign of dumping the NSW candidate
The former coalminer’s claim Australians are being ‘demographically replaced’ sparked wide criticism, but his party has shown no signs of dumping him Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast In a Face
China holds 80% of world’s underwater data centre patents as computing energy demands grow
China owns 80 per cent of the world’s underwater data centre patents, giving it a decisive lead in critical technologies, according to a two-decade study of global patents in the field. The findings reveal a shift away f
Questions remain after Nvidia CEO's departure
While Jensen Huang's resignation puts an end to his long reign over Nvidia, questions about America's national security and Donald Trump's knowledge of the whole saga remain.
Pentagon No. 3 hails subs as ‘indispensable’ to deterring foes in Pacific
Elbridge Colby said the "silent service" is crucial when it comes to denying an adversary control of the "first island chain."
ASEAN faces Myanmar dilemma as some members pursue closer ties
Leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations are set to review their decision to exclude Myanmar when they meet in Manila from Sunday.
‘Miracle on the Mississippi’: All passengers accounted for after New Orleans riverboat crash, officials say
No deaths were reported after a massive tanker collided with paddlewheel cruise liner American Heritage steps away from a tourist-heavy downtown
UK police open sex offence probe into comedian and author David Walliams
The British TV personality, 55, denies sexual assault allegations, saying he has not broken the law.
Litany of missed opportunities in Floreat murder tragedy
A coronial inquest into the deaths of Jennifer Petelczyc and daughter Gretl puts police errors under the microscope, and sees an apology from the gunman's daughter.
Jojo the gorilla has spent his life alone. Can he finally find a companion?
Jojo was poached as an infant and grew up in captivity. His keepers want to find him a friend - but it's not straightforward.
Pax Silica means peace. In the Philippines, it’s a fight
Outside the Grand Hyatt hotel in Manila earlier this year, five people were arrested as hundreds of activists chanting “Junk Pax Silica!” clashed with anti-riot police. Inside, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr h
FAA grounds all fights across the US over ‘telecommunication outage’
The FAA has issued a ground stop for departing flights in the US after a communications failure disrupted air traffic.
Australian cricket urged to stop 'eating itself' as Sandpapergate rolls on
The ball-tampering scandal doesn't look like it's going away any time soon, with Greg Chappell fearing Australian cricket could "eat itself".
Nvidia approaches Arm CEO Haas as employees seek Huang’s return, reports say
Nvidia's board said it was in the process of selecting a search firm for the CEO role and had not formally engaged any potential candidates.
U.S. grounds all flights for hours, sparking travel chaos
The nationwide stop left hundreds of thousands of passengers in limbo, with some pulled off planes moments before departure.
All departing U.S. flights grounded due to communication outage
The Department of Homeland Security said the incident did not appear to be the result of any "nefarious attack."
‘Love Village’ is a warts-and-all take on the realities of middle-aged romance
The third season of the Netflix reality show dove deep into the turbulent lives and past traumas of its participants.
Woman arrested on outstanding warrants moments after she unexpectedly gave birth at home
The newborn required intubation and later tested positive for both cocaine and cannabinoids, according to a criminal complaint
After a summer win, India's Gen Z protesters face a winter of uncertainty
A new wave of youth dissent swept India this summer, fuelled by frustration and irreverent online satire.
A beginner’s guide to camping in Japan
In a country with a convenience store on every corner and trains that are never late, camping is a wildly fun time.
Former NT administrator opens up about being groomed as a child
Former Northern Territory administrator Hugh Heggie was just 14 years old when an older church youth group leader began grooming him. He says he hopes sharing his story will help other survivors feel less alone.
Police seeking witnesses after violent home invasion in Canberra
Three men armed with a firearm, knife, sword and baseball bat, broke into the home, allegedly assaulting a woman while a child was present.
Melbourne's 'liveable city' reputation questioned after fatal stabbing
The death of a Chinese delivery rider has fuelled debate on Chinese social media about whether Melbourne deserves its reputation as one of the world's most liveable cities.
Spanish goalkeeper barred 12 games for collision leading to death of Tenerife striker
While Spain mourns the death of a soccer player who suffered a cardiac arrest after an on-field collision, the emergency medical treatment he received is falling under scrutiny.
Battery-powered trailers could slash diesel costs for truck operators
Australian trucking operators are trialling battery-powered trailers that could lower diesel consumption and cut emissions without replacing existing trucks.
'We'll get home one day' - US travellers impacted by nationwide ground stop
Passengers throughout the country were impacted over what the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) describes as “safety and communication issues”.