US Air Force responds to suspected drone activity over UK airbase
US Air Force personnel at the RAF Lakenheath base in Britain responded to “suspected unauthorised drone activity” on Friday evening, although no personnel, aircraft or infrastructure were affected, a US Air Force spokesm
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".
'Miracle on Mississippi' - All rescued after cruise ship hit by tanker in New Orleans
The collision leaves 32 people in hospital with non-critical injuries, but no-one unaccounted for.
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.
SpaceX’s bid for Starship double catch thwarted, as booster ends up in ocean
SpaceX launched Starship towards orbit on Friday in its boldest test yet: a 22-hour flight that aimed to capture the entire rocket in a move meant to accelerate moon and Mars travel. But Elon Musk’s company had to lower
‘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.
It’s looking like Trump’s first term again as knives come out at the White House over Nvidia scandal
The backbiting and leaking that characterized Trump’s first term is back in full force - and this time Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick appears to be the target, White House Correspondent Andrew Feinberg writes
In a crowded fall, ‘Nintendo Switch Sports Resort’ is a casual gem
The motion-controlled sports series returns with 12 sports and a whole lot of eminently accessible charm.
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.
UN hails progress in Ebola response, cites insecurity as biggest challenge
UN health officials on Friday hailed progress in the Ebola response six months after the outbreak first prompted global concerns, but cautioned that the disease continues to spread to more remote and dangerous parts of
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.
US gives states another 6 months before they have to remove people from Medicaid for not working
President Donald Trump's administration is giving states another six months before they must remove beneficiaries from Medicaid rolls for failing to meet new work requirements
32 passengers taken to hospital after tanker hits river cruise boat in US
American Heritage paddleboat with 129 passengers on board is partially submerged on Mississippi River in New Orleans.
Fierce backlash erupts after Google tried to force its AI into school classrooms
Google unveiled plans earlier this month to block access to its search engine for schools that opt out of its AI tools
Family-run berry farm looks to AI and automation to ease workforce challenges
Western Australia's largest blueberry grower is investing in AI and autonomous machinery to help address labour shortages and costs as it ramps up its expansion plans.
New Orleans crash updates: 32 passengers taken to hospital after tanker slams into riverboat carrying 129 people
The boat, named American Heritage, was left partially submerged in the Mississippi River after the collision Friday
Canada's 4 major airports bring in traffic safety measures after planes grounded across U.S.
US Congress widens Nvidia probe, seeking testimony from Jensen Huang and Trump officials
US lawmakers have been demanding answers about potential national security risks and White House oversight of advanced chip exports to China following revelations that former Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang was in a
Hungary seizes $19.5m in cash found buried in forests amid graft inquiry
Anti-corruption agency carried out searches as part of investigation into Orbán-era minister accused of taking bribes Hungary’s anti-corruption agency said on Friday it had seized cash worth $19.5m (£14.8m) buried in for
Salah scores twice as Egypt and Nigeria win Afcon 2027 qualifiers
Nigeria beat Tanzania to boost their hopes of reaching the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, while Mohamed Salah scores twice as Egypt cruise to victory over Malawi.
Flag football takes flight as young Aussie athletes compete in China
Pathway opportunities are opening in the emerging sport of flag football, with a team of Gold Coasters trying their luck in China.
LIVE: Pacific-bound, transatlantic flights to take off amid US ground halt
US air regulators have issued a nationwide ground stop for departing flights, citing a communications problem.
Tears for Pochettino as Man Utd turn to former Spurs boss
Mauricio Pochettino was in tears as he announced he would depart the US men's national team to take up a position with fallen English Premier League giants, Manchester United.
Midterm losses could give Trump a quest to emerge from Apec summit as a winner
When G7 leaders gathered at the French resort of Evian-les-Bains in June, Donald Trump arrived late but wasted no time in grabbing the spotlight. With a cheeky declaration, “I am the boss”, the US president drew a ripple
Qld's CFMEU inquiry has delivered a sobering warning ahead of 2032 Olympics
Months of public hearings, eight million documents and testimony from more than 80 witnesses compelled Commissioner Stuart Wood KC to declare an "urgent and pressing" need for reform, writes Ciara Jones.
'Playing with injury' par for course at Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup
From overcoming life-altering accidents to living with rare medical conditions, almost every player in the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup has an amazing story to tell.
Gambia's Adama Barrow seeks third term
In tonight's programme, Gambia's electoral commission has announced the five official candidates for the country's upcoming presidential election. President Adama Barrow is seeking a third term. Tensions continue to rise
Blue Jays' Anthony Santander apologizes for sharing anti-Muslim social media posts
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander apologized Friday for sharing anti-Muslim social media posts, saying the content caused hurt and fell short of his own convictions
McKeown returns, Pallister stars at Swim GP
As Kyle Chalmers led his team from the pool deck, fellow Australian stars Lani Pallister and Kaylee McKeown impressed at the inaugural Swim GP.
The Big Fly Swat unleashed after bar flies' inspired idea
Kingoonya only has 13 residents and three horses, but it does have a lot of flies. Now, it also has the world's biggest fly swat, which it hopes will bring in the tourists.
Giant sequoias return to Hobart's St David's Park in centenary celebrations
A pair of young giant sequoia trees have been planted in Hobart's St David's Park to replace two that were removed in April after vandalism, fire and other factors led to their decline.
France among five major powers to represent EU in Ukraine talks
European Council President Antonio Costa on Friday said that Brussels will send diplomats from the bloc and five countries, including the UK, France, Germany, Italy and Poland, to upcoming Ukraine talks.
France escalates Algeria trade dispute to EU-level
France on Friday asked the European Commission to look into Algeria’s alleged non-compliance with a EU trade deal. Paris is accusing Algers of an almost total blockade on French imports and of suspending urea shipments t
FAA grounds US flights nationwide after ‘communication issue’
US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says federal aviation agency is ‘investigating the issue’.
Tanker collides with cruise ship on Mississippi in New Orleans
A freighter collided with a cruise ship carrying around 130 people in New Orleans, causing the paddlewheel vessel to capsize. More than 30 people were hospitalized, but all passengers survived and were accounted for.
Microsoft Outlook and Teams outage eases after over a day but recovery timeline uncertain
Microsoft said server issues were behind the incident and that a broader rollout of software fixes was stabilizing the system.
Microsoft services begin recovering after global outage
Microsoft services began recovering on Friday after a global outage disrupted Outlook and Teams.
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.
Nvidia crisis spurs scrutiny of agency that oversees chip curbs
Congress is demanding answers about whether the Bureau of Industry and Security did enough to keep Nvidia's AI processors out of China's hands.
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."
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.
How the Jensen Huang scandal created a headache for business-friendly Singapore
The scandal has cast a spotlight on Singapore's success as a chip hub - and a location for alleged illicit trade.
Live: All US departing flights grounded due to communication issues
Flights departing from across the US have been grounded, following a national order from the country's aviation body. Follow live.
All US flights grounded due to communication issues: homeland security head
Air travel across the United States came to a halt on Friday afternoon after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ordered all flights grounded because of a communications breakdown at the regional centres that manag