World9-year-old Irish-Israeli girl among hostages released by HamasSecond group of hostages, including 13 Israelis and four Thai nationals, return to Israel.26 Nov 06:04 AM
WorldIsrael and Hamas complete second day of swaps after tense delay, as ceasefire holdsHamas to release 14 Israeli hostages for Israel freeing 42 Palestinian prisoners.26 Nov 05:55 AM
WorldOne of world’s largest icebergs drifting beyond Antarctic watersThe iceberg stuck to the ocean floor and has remained for many years in the Weddell Sea.26 Nov 12:21 AM
WorldOlive-picking children killed in latest Syria shellingShelling latest violation of truce reached in March 2020 between Russia and Turkey.25 Nov 11:09 PM
WorldMajor coal port remains blocked by climate protestersSeveral hundred protesters have blocked Newcastle Port's shipping lane.25 Nov 10:41 PM
WorldEmergency bushfire warning as WA braces for heatwaveThe Perth blaze was reduced to a watch and act warning on Friday afternoon.25 Nov 09:38 PM
WorldPalestinian captives released, Israeli hostages return to IsraelHamas is preparing to release more than a dozen hostages in exchange for more prisoners.25 Nov 08:43 PM
WorldRussia launches its largest drone attack since the start of invasionRussia launched 75 Iranian-made Shahed drones against Ukraine.25 Nov 08:32 PM
WorldIsraeli-owned ship targeted in suspected Iranian attackAn Israeli container ship has been attacked by a suspected Iranian drone.25 Nov 07:31 PM
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WorldSouth Korean true crime fanatic murdered stranger ‘out of curiosity’The 23-year-old killed an English language teacher by posing as a high school student.25 Nov 06:31 AM
WorldCop convicted in George Floyd's killing stabbed in prisonFormer policeman has been stabbed by another inmate at a federal jail in Arizona.25 Nov 04:58 AM
WorldPalestinian families rejoice over release of minors and women in prisoner swapDozens of Palestinian prisoners have returned home to the West Bank.25 Nov 04:27 AM
WorldThai Foreign Minister 'overjoyed' at Hamas hostage releaseThais the biggest single group of foreigners taken hostage.24 Nov 10:17 PM
WorldUN chief gives interview from melting AntarcticaAntarctica regulates the planet’s climate because its ice drives major ocean currents.24 Nov 09:31 PM
WorldBorder explosion: Crash victims identified as New York coupleNiagara Falls police name the couple of Grand Island, New York.24 Nov 09:16 PM
WorldIrish PM deplores anti-immigrant protestersPolice arrest 34 people after hundreds rampaged in central Dublin.24 Nov 08:01 PM
WorldHostage swap: 24 Hamas captives freed in exchange for 39 Palestinians33 Palestinians and 24 hostages from Hamas first to be released.24 Nov 07:24 PM
Sport'Blade Runner' Oscar Pistorius to be releasedPistorius's parole comes with strict conditions.24 Nov 05:50 PM
WorldIsrael-Hamas ceasefire begins ahead of hostage and prisoner swapToday's halt in fighting promises some relief for Gaza's 2.3 million people.24 Nov 07:36 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldDo I need to worry about smartphone radiation?New York Times: Some studies link phone use with cancer, so what is the risk?24 Nov 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldAs Gaza residents suffer, guilt and fear stalk their families abroadNew York Times: Families around the world are anxious for news of loved ones in Gaza.24 Nov 05:00 AM
WorldIsrael-Hamas war: Leader in Gaza top of Israel’s hit listHamas’ top figure inside the Palestinian territory is a rarely seen veteran militant.24 Nov 03:02 AM
WorldWatch: Crane operator's Hollywood-style rescue saves trapped worker from infernoThe trapped worker jumped into the lowered cage and was winched away just in time.24 Nov 01:23 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleHe lived a frugal life in a trailer park. Then he left millions to his townNew York Times: When Geoffrey Holt died in June, his will revealed a six-figure secret.23 Nov 11:11 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldTerrible choices and deep distrust: The path to the hostage dealNew York Times: Agreement between Israel and Hamas required painful negotiations.23 Nov 10:00 PM
WorldRescue of 41 workers trapped in collapsed tunnel in India delayedWorkers are trapped after a landslide collapsed the road tunnel they were building.23 Nov 09:40 PM
WorldTexts reveal accused killer mushroom chef's 'horrible' upbringing, new details of pastFresh details emerge of Erin Patterson's childhood.23 Nov 09:32 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWHO asks China for details on surge of respiratory illness in childrenNew York Times: Reports of overcrowding at pediatric hospitals have raised red flags.23 Nov 09:30 PM
WorldProtesters take to the street in Dublin after knife attack that injured three childrenA 5yo girl is in emergency care.23 Nov 09:02 PM
WorldQatar says Gaza ceasefire will begin today, with hostage releases to followSome relief promised for Gaza, ceasefire to start at 6pm NZ time.23 Nov 08:09 PM
World10 homes destroyed by Perth wildfire burning out of controlThe fire began on Wednesday in a pine tree plantation on Perth’s northeast edge.23 Nov 06:23 AM
WorldWhat Sam Altman's firing and reinstatement means for future of AIAfter a whirlwind week for the OpenAI co-founder, what happens next?23 Nov 05:24 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldIn Hitler’s birthplace, soul-searching over a poisonous pastNew York Times: Debate over what should be done with house Hitler was born in.23 Nov 05:00 AM