Hacker claims to have sold VCE exam papers to hundreds of students after government website hack
With year 12 exams under way, VCAA says there is no evidence any have leaked and hacker is attempting to exploit ‘anxious students’ Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The Victorian Curriculum an
Police uncover organised thefts during country shoplifting blitz
Police say there is evidence of organisation behind retail theft in Shepparton, where an operation targeting repeat offenders has led to more than 200 arrests.
Mississippi's Scott Colom secures Senate seat in another midterm win for Democrats
Mississippi Democrat Scott Colom will be the state's first Black senator since the post-Civil War Reconstruction era. Colom's victory also offers Democrats an unexpected boost in their effort to win control of the U.S. S
What to ask a building broker before you sign up
Building brokers can help inexperienced home builders navigate the process, but there are important questions to consider, Consumer Protection warns.
Democrat Scott Colom wins closely watched US Senate race in Mississippi
The historic victory flips an eighth US Senate seat for Democrats after last week's pivotal midterm election.
No clarity on rapist bishop's future as senior cardinal visits Broome
Cardinal Mario Grech did not mention Christopher Saunders by name, or provide any clarity on the disgraced bishop's future within the Catholic Church during a special mass in Broome.
Live: Vic Liberals apologise after dumping candidate over anti-Aboriginal comments
The Victorian Liberals are today dealing with the fallout of being forced to dump Williamstown candidate Paul Lindemann over offensive social media posts. Follow live.
Lewis Hamilton demands Israel allows aid into Gaza after Rafah visit: ‘No excuse’
Lewis Hamilton visited the Rafah border crossing in Egypt earlier this week and has now taken to Instagram to send a clear message to Israel
New York City building collapse leaves people trapped in rubble
The aerial footage captured firefighters digging at least one person out of the debris
Hegseth and staff scolded by guard after laughter heard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
A soldier guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier issued a verbal reprimand to a group of advisers and staff with Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth following a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. Video sh
Russia and Ukraine agree to biggest prisoner swap yet at Abu Dhabi peace summit
Kushner revealed that he and fellow US envoy Steve Witkoff are scheduled to travel to Moscow on Thursday for discussions with Putin
Spain: 120,000 brave rain to demand affordable housing and better wages
Around 120,000 demonstrators marched through central Madrid on Wednesday 11 November, according to authorities, as Spain's first nationwide general strike since 2012 brought crowds onto the streets to protest against soa
Spain: 120,000 brave rain to demand affordable housing and better wages
Around 120,000 demonstrators marched through central Madrid on Wednesday 11 November, according to authorities, as Spain's first nationwide general strike since 2012 brought crowds onto the streets to protest against soa
Iran designates Argentinian navy, air force as ‘terrorist organisations’
The move comes months after the government of Javier Milei designated Iran's IRGC as a 'terrorist organisation'.
China backs Cuba as Havana raises US fuel pressure in Beijing
China pledged on Wednesday to stand by Cuba against sanctions and foreign interference, days after Washington penalised two Chinese state-linked firms for allegedly supplying the Cuban military. Foreign Minister Wang Yi
Writer Michel Houellebecq Investigated Over Anti-Muslim Remarks
His comments in a 2022 interview have drawn accusations of incitement to violence and racial hatred — accusations that his lawyers reject.
Judge rules Trump’s $10bn BBC defamation suit can proceed
The BBC denies defamation charge as Trump celebrates “huge victory” in court decision.
Clashes erupt in Barcelona after thousands join Spain general strike
Tens of thousands of people have been taking part in the strike, called by the country's main unions over housing and the high cost of living.
Developer says gigantic WA data centre will not use fracked gas
Concerns about the proposed mega data centre in Western Australia come amid growing opposition to similar facilities in the United States.
Labor apologises after CFMEU inquiry finds construction policy drove up costs
Commissioner Stuart Wood KC released his report more than a year early, citing an "urgent and pressing" need to implement change.
US election results could be positive for Lebanon, Hezbollah chief says
Naim Qassem says Republican losses and Israel's election result could help Lebanon maintain sovereignty.
US midterms: Democrat Colom defeats Hyde-Smith in Mississippi to win historic Senate seat
Democratic challenger Scott Colom defeated incumbent Republican Cindy Hyde-Smith in the Mississippi election for the US Senate, media projected on Wednesday, making him the Southern state’s first black senator since the
Young people in sub-Saharan Africa missing nearly 100 days of school due to malaria, research says
Malaria No More UK calls on donors – including the UK government – to continue investing in major global health bodies such as the Global Fund to fight Aids, TB and Malaria in the age of aid cuts
Malaria financing cuts will rob children of their futures – here’s what we can do to stop it
Tackling malaria must be a ‘non-negotiable’ in national budgets, even in the age of aid cuts, Joy Phumaphi writes
Iran war live: Tehran warns of wider retaliation; Israel kills in Gaza
Israel orders military to step up preparations for possible attack on Iran as Tehran says it will retaliate if attacked.
Can Southeast Asia cut and paste Australia’s AI safeguards?
Australia’s new mandatory safeguards on AI companies could serve as a model for Southeast Asia, analysts say, but the region needs to build its institutional and technical capabilities first. Prime Minister Anthony Alban
Personal data stolen after Queensland Parks booking service hacked
The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service's booking system has suffered a data breach, with hackers stealing personal user information.
Barcelona erupts in violence after general strike
Protesters hurled fireworks at police and set rubbish bins ablaze in Barcelona after Spain’s general strike.
Nvidia moves to oust spy-tainted CEO Jensen Huang after word of affair with subordinate: report
The company's stock fell roughly 8 percent in after-hours trading following Wednesday's reports, extending a market value loss of more than $300 billion since the scandal began
Pope Leo XIV returns to second homeland Peru to a nationwide welcome
Pope Leo XIV arrived in Peru on Wednesday for the final leg of his South American tour, returning to the country where he spent more than two decades as a missionary and bishop. Thousands gathered to welcome him home as
Nvidia preparing to oust Jensen Huang after affairs, WSJ says
The board was preparing to meet as soon as Wednesday to decide Huang's fate.
Midterm election results in full: Live maps with Alaska Senate race still too close to call
Democrats are set to control the House and Senate in stunning blow to Donald Trump
Martin Luther King Jr.'s handwritten draft of 'I Have a Dream' speech found in desk drawer
The day Martin Luther King Jr. stood on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial and delivered his iconic "I Have A Dream" speech is forever etched in the annals of history. But the night before — when the U.S. civil rights lea
Weinstein's ex-assistant on what Walliams's court bid says about power
Britain's culture secretary describes the reported allegations against David Walliams as "the latest in a long line of reported abuses of power" in the entertainment industry.
Canada says Russian hockey players with visas will still be barred from world junior championship
The federal government says Russian hockey players will not be permitted to compete at next month's world junior championship in Alberta, even if they already hold valid Canadian visas.
Mississippi elects its first Black senator in 150 years giving Democrats a 55-seat majority
Democrat Scott Colom defeats Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith in nail-biter Senate race
A Chinese Maserati? Huawei-backed EV firm nears pact with Italian marque, sources say
Chinese luxury electric vehicle (EV) brand Maextro is moving closer to a tie-up with Italian marque Maserati, which would result in co-developed models intended to challenge the likes of BMW and Mercedes-Benz globally, a
Nvidia preparing to oust CEO amid reports of a second affair
Nvidia is reportedly preparing to oust its CEO - after US media outlets claimed that Jensen Huang has had a second extramarital affair.
Israeli strikes hit medical complex as nine killed across Gaza
Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Younis attacked as UN appeals for urgent aid to deal with heavy rains in the enclave.
New York building collapse kills one person and injures 12
Rescuers are searching for people who may be trapped under the rubble of the three-story building in Brooklyn.
Spain: Clashes erupt in Barcelona after peaceful general strike march
Burning barricades and clashes with riot police erupted in Barcelona after a peaceful march against soaring housing costs. Police used projectiles to disperse masked protesters as violence spread through the city centre.
Spain: Clashes erupt in Barcelona after peaceful general strike march
Burning barricades and clashes with riot police erupted in Barcelona after a peaceful march against soaring housing costs. Police used projectiles to disperse masked protesters as violence spread through the city centre.
Two skulls likely belonging to enslaved people returned to Brazil after Harvard used them in eugenics studies
Remains believed to have belonged to Africans or Afro-Brazilians repatriated after being flown back by diplomats Two skulls, including that of a man believed to have taken part in Brazil’s greatest slave revolt but whose
Pope Leo XIV begins emotional Peru homecoming amid huge celebrations
Large crowds are expected for Leo's return despite recent declines in religious affiliation across Peru
European leaders gather in Dublin under the shadow of hybrid threats
Ireland is mounting the largest security operation in its history as around 50 European leaders gather in Dublin this week amid growing concerns over hybrid attacks. The operation follows a wave of hoax bomb threats targ
Superhuman AI bots will not steal this man's job
Luke Gnocco remains pretty relaxed about artificial intelligence because, as he points out, "electronics and water usually don't work".
Gadi Eisenkot unveils agenda to reverse Netanyahu’s policies
The bloc of Israeli prime ministerial hopeful Gadi Eisenkot introduced a series of bills at the start of the legislative session that target Benjamin Netanyahu and his policies. They include launching an official governm
Gadi Eisenkot unveils agenda to reverse Netanyahu’s policies
The bloc of Israeli prime ministerial hopeful Gadi Eisenkot introduced a series of bills at the start of the legislative session that target Benjamin Netanyahu and his policies. They include launching an official governm