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Trump suggests those who leak government information should ‘be shot’
The US president has long been unhappy with inside information about his administration being leaked to the media.
South Korea’s offender tracking under scrutiny after stabbing spree exposes ‘serious gaps’
A stabbing rampage by a repeat violent offender wearing an electronic ankle monitor has raised questions about whether South Korea’s system can adequately supervise those deemed high-risk and prevent attacks before they happen. The 59-year-old suspect told investigators he had become frustrated over what he perceived as mistreatment at a hospital, police said on Wednesday. Three criminal profilers...
Young Chinese are choosing healthy relationships over toxic filial piety
As the Chinese saying goes, “Even an upright judge finds it hard to settle family matters.” Whenever Chinese TV channels air reality shows that centre on couples or parent-child relationships, controversy is guaranteed. Heated debates ensue over who is right and who is wrong. Viewers examine every facial expression in microscopic detail and overanalyse every word before arriving at their verdict. ...
Istanbul in chaos, shut down by heaviest rainfall since 1985
Torrential rain has triggered flash floods across Istanbul.
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Australian politics live: Greens condemn rightwing push against social media reform and vow to table bill to block US execution livestream
Follow the day’s news live.Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPrivate health insurance changes ‘recalibrating precious taxpayer dollars’, says WellsThe health minister, Mark Butler, yesterday promised to reintroduce a bill to reduce private health insurance rebates for over-65s, after it was thrown out of the Senate by the crossbench and Coalition.It’s really important we r...
Ship catches fire in Romania’s waters amid rising attacks in the Black Sea
Authorities are investigating whether drones may have been involved in the latest incident.
Australian politics live: Greens condemn rightwing push against social media reform and vow to table bill to ban US execution livestream
Follow the day’s news live.Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPrivate health insurance changes ‘recalibrating precious taxpayer dollars’, says WellsThe health minister, Mark Butler, yesterday promised to reintroduce a bill to reduce private health insurance rebates for over-65s, after it was thrown out of the Senate by the crossbench and Coalition.It’s really important we r...
Singapore open to legal action against errant firms as haze crisis worsens
Singapore will “keep its options open” on taking legal action against errant companies as air quality in the city state deteriorates to very unhealthy levels. Singapore is collecting data on the haze as it weighs possible action under its Transboundary Haze Pollution Act, the Straits Times reported on Wednesday, citing Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu. The law, enacted in 2...
US and China race to shape AI agenda ahead of Xi-Trump talks in Shenzhen, sources say
The United States and China are in regular talks to iron out details of a framework announced last month for handling AI-related incidents and institutionalising bilateral dialogue, multiple sources told the South China Morning Post. The technical teams of the two countries aim to make AI cooperation a potential deliverable when presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump meet on the sidelines of the A...
Chinese scientists use open-source data to spot suspected Israeli electronic warfare units
Chinese military scientists claim they have developed an algorithm that could help identify electronic warfare units using civil aviation flight data. The researchers said they had located two sources of interference that were spoofing their locations near Israel during the conflict with Iran. The team did not explain why they had focused on the Israeli military. The researchers estimated the loca...
Australian politics live: jobless rate unexpectedly holds at 4.7%; Plibersek warns One Nation support ‘winding back’ abortion access
Follow the day’s news live.Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPrivate health insurance changes ‘recalibrating precious taxpayer dollars’, says WellsThe health minister, Mark Butler, yesterday promised to reintroduce a bill to reduce private health insurance rebates for over-65s, after it was thrown out of the Senate by the crossbench and Coalition.It’s really important we r...
‘Not tailor-made for us’: Hongkong Post staff say transfer scheme too narrow
Hong Kong postal workers denied permanent contracts have criticised a special government transfer scheme as too narrow, calling for more pathways into roles that match their experience, such as workman and artisan positions. Several affected workers told the South China Morning Post on Wednesday that the concessions offered insufficient support and failed to reflect their skills or circumstances. ...
Costa Rica opens mega-prison as Bukele model embraced across Latin America
President Laura Fernandez says mega-prison is part of 'tough-on-crime model' embraced by her government.
Labor and Coalition block bill that would ban incarcerated women being shackled in childbirth
Liberal Paul Scarr breaks ranks to condemn major parties, saying he will write to Queensland attorney general Labor and the Coalition have blocked a vote on a bill that would have banned the shackling of incarcerated women during childbirth, with the government saying it was the responsibility of the states and territories.Independent senator Lidia Thorpe introduced the bills into the Senate, whic...
Labor and Coalition set to reject bill to stop incarcerated women being shackled in childbirth
Liberal Paul Scarr breaks ranks to condemn major parties, saying he will write to Queensland attorney general Labor and the Coalition are set to reject a bill that would have banned the shackling of incarcerated women during childbirth, with the government saying it was the responsibility of the states and territories.Independent senator Lidia Thorpe introduced the bills into the Senate, which wou...
As One Nation rises, Victorian Labor has promised to make abortions free. Is the timing pure politics?
Facing the prospect of election defeat, Labor is hoping to make abortion a defining issue as the Liberals attempt to stave off claims they would oversee a rollbackFollow our Australian politics live blog for latest updatesGet our new political email, free app or daily news podcastVictorian Labor’s plan to make abortion free has been years in the making. But make no mistake: the timing of the annou...
Australian politics live: Plibersek warns One Nation support ‘winding back access’ to abortion; NSW to waive stamp duty for restructuring trusts
Follow the day’s news live.Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPrivate health insurance changes ‘recalibrating precious taxpayer dollars’, says WellsThe health minister, Mark Butler, yesterday promised to reintroduce a bill to reduce private health insurance rebates for over-65s, after it was thrown out of the Senate by the crossbench and Coalition.It’s really important we r...
Mexican court closes case against official over 2023 detention centre fire
Victims' groups, however, have denounced the ruling as 'selective' justice that exonerates the former migration chief.
AI-armed hackers tear through corporate Japan’s neglected defences
Japanese companies have faced a growing wave of cyberattacks in recent weeks, exposing millions of customers’ records as analysts warn that artificial intelligence is helping hackers exploit long-standing security weaknesses and overcome language barriers that once offered some protection. More than 500 breaches of corporate systems were reported in the year to this month, surpassing the total for...
Iran war live: Tehran vows to fight until US yields as ships sink in Hormuz
Iran says it does not seek an endless war, but vows to fight until the US accepts its demands as ships sink in Hormuz.
Australian politics live: Labor and Coalition reject bill to stop incarcerated women being shackled in childbirth; Wells tables social media reform
Follow the day’s news live.Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPrivate health insurance changes ‘recalibrating precious taxpayer dollars’, says WellsThe health minister, Mark Butler, yesterday promised to reintroduce a bill to reduce private health insurance rebates for over-65s, after it was thrown out of the Senate by the crossbench and Coalition.It’s really important we r...
US destroys dhow suspected of Iranian command and control
The US says it destroyed an Iran-affiliated boat in the Gulf of Oman, accusing it of conducting surveillance.
Hidden cameras found in women’s showers on Australian navy ship
The Australian defence ministry has launched an investigation into how a video recording device ended up in the cabin of a navy ship. The device was discovered aboard the HMAS Leeuwin, docked in the northeastern city of Cairns in the state of Queensland. Senator Jacqui Lambie – a prominent advocate for the Australian armed forces – said she had received a message from a former member of the navy c...
Ukrainian officials accuse U.S. of withholding intelligence, leading to Russian missile attack
Ukrainian officials suspect the U.S. has been withholding information about incoming Russian air strikes. The U.S. has threatened to do so if Ukraine continues striking Russian energy targets, which President Trump blames for driving up diesel prices. Aidan Stretch reports.
Lula’s party accuses Meta of election interference ahead of Brazil runoff
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s party plans to file a complaint against Meta with the Organisation of American States, alleging election interference, his campaign said Wednesday. The party accuses Meta of restricting Lula’s online content ahead of the October 25 presidential runoff against Senator Flavio Bolsonaro. Meta denies the allegations.
Trump, Chicagoans show outpouring of support for Pope Leo amid cancer diagnosis
Pope Leo, just a day after surgery to remove a cancerous growth from his right lung, showed signs of a smooth recovery. Chris Livesay has more on the response.
German police seize robot that allegedly groped teenage girl on livestream
Police in Germany are investigating after a livestream captured a robot allegedly groping a 16-year-old girl. The robot's teenage owner and his companion are now being investigated on suspicion of sexual harassment. NBC News' Matt Bradley reports.
Paddington: The Musical is coming to Sydney in 2027
Hugely successful West End show will open at Capitol Theatre in September 2027, with dates in other Australian cities yet to be announcedGet our weekend culture and lifestyle emailAustralia, prepare to start guarding your marmalade reserves: the award-winning Paddington: The Musical is on its way.The acclaimed theatre production, which has been running in London’s West End since 2025, will land in...
Sexual assault reported at frat house near University of Chicago
Alleged assault follows report of gang rape at frat house at Cornell, which ignited national uproar and criticism onlineA 21-year-old woman reported being sexually assaulted last weekend at a fraternity house near the University of Chicago, as Greek life nationwide faces renewed scrutiny for recurrent misconduct.The incident allegedly took place on Sunday at about 1.50am at the off-campus Alpha Ep...