WorldOvernight attacks in Lebanon as Israel-Hezbollah conflict intensifiesImages show large-scale damage to several buildings in Beirut.17 Mar 08:09 AM
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SportSwans apologise after Jewish references cut from Bondi attack tributeThe AFL club says they changed the script to use 'inclusive' language.17 Mar 01:30 AM
WorldTennessee teens sue Elon Musk’s xAI over AI ‘undressing’ child abuse imagesThe class action alleges Grok was used to create nude images of over 18 girls.16 Mar 10:41 PM
New ZealandNZ-born US Marines veteran faces deportation after 30 years living in AmericaPaul Canton says he was promised American citizenship when he signed up in 1991. 16 Mar 10:21 PM
WorldBanksy's true identity revealed in 26-year-old arrest recordUnearthed 2000 New York police files list Robin Gunningham after a graffiti arrest.16 Mar 07:34 PM
WorldWestern allies push back on Trump call for Nato help to reopen HormuzSir Keir Starmer says any Hormuz effort will be a non‑Nato alliance of partners.16 Mar 06:50 PM
WorldWhite House chief of staff Susie Wiles has breast cancer, Trump saysTrump says Susie Wiles will keep working while she undergoes treatment.16 Mar 05:46 PM
WorldUK nursery worker who raped children jailed for 24 yearsNathan Bennett abused five boys aged 2 and 3 at a Bristol nursery.16 Mar 05:20 PM
WorldTrump urges allies to secure Hormuz as Europe shuns Nato role in Gulf warEuropean allies, including Britain and France, are resisting a Nato role.16 Mar 05:00 PM
WorldUK doesn’t want to be ‘protagonist’ in Iran war, minister saysAllies are resisting Trump’s request for a ‘team effort’ to help reopen Strait of Hormuz.16 Mar 08:11 AM
WorldStrait of Hormuz attack: 20 Thai crew home, three still missingShip's operator said missing crew members are feared trapped in the damaged engine room.16 Mar 06:46 AM
WorldVictorian government to pay $125m over Covid lockdown business lossesAbout 16,000 Victorian businesses had joined the class action.16 Mar 06:36 AM
WorldHow Trump’s ‘911’ marine unit could wrestle for control of Strait of HormuzThe redeployment leaves the Pacific without a US quick reaction marine force.15 Mar 06:20 PM
WorldIsrael denies ‘running out’ of missile interceptorsAnalysts say Israel may have used two years of global interceptor output.15 Mar 05:11 PM
WorldIranian Revolutionary Guards vow to 'pursue and kill' Israeli PM'If this child-killing criminal is alive, we will continue to pursue and kill him.'15 Mar 07:18 AM
FootballIran women footballers evacuate from safe house in AustraliaSeven Iranian women sought asylum in Australia after refusing to sing the anthem.11 Mar 05:36 PM
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WorldWestern allies push back on Trump call for Nato help to reopen HormuzSir Keir Starmer says any Hormuz effort will be a non‑Nato alliance of partners.16 Mar 06:50 PM
WorldUK nursery worker who raped children jailed for 24 yearsNathan Bennett abused five boys aged 2 and 3 at a Bristol nursery.16 Mar 05:20 PM
WorldTrump urges allies to secure Hormuz as Europe shuns Nato role in Gulf warEuropean allies, including Britain and France, are resisting a Nato role.16 Mar 05:00 PM
WorldOvernight attacks in Lebanon as Israel-Hezbollah conflict intensifiesImages show large-scale damage to several buildings in Beirut.17 Mar 08:09 AM
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EntertainmentColdplay kiss cam woman speaks to Oprah in exclusive podcast interviewKristin Cabot said her husband was also at the now infamous concert.17 Mar 03:00 AM
WorldTennessee teens sue Elon Musk’s xAI over AI ‘undressing’ child abuse imagesThe class action alleges Grok was used to create nude images of over 18 girls.16 Mar 10:41 PM
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WorldDemocrats argue Trump’s China policy risks ‘strategic failure’Senate report argues US policies weakening America’s advantage over China.10 Mar 08:00 PM
WorldSharp drop in Chinese military aircraft near Taiwan raises questionsIt may be linked to China’s political gathering or the upcoming Trump visit or Iran war.09 Mar 06:30 PM
New ZealandKiwis among those procuring perverted new bespoke livestreamed child sex assaultsNZ is a key 'demand side' country for predators who want to 'direct' child abuse online.09 Mar 04:00 PM
BusinessOil soars 30% as US-Israel war with Iran batters Asian marketsThe war has halted Strait of Hormuz shipping, blocking a fifth of global crude.09 Mar 04:01 AM
WorldWar with Iran spreading economic damageEurope and Asia hit hard, with rising shipping costs and energy prices.08 Mar 06:16 PM
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WorldAI fakes about Iran war swirl on X despite policy crackdownAI videos included captured US troops on their knees, and a destroyed US Navy fleet.15 Mar 03:52 AM
WorldDisgraced UK TV star found dead in prison cellJohn Alford, born John Shannon, first found fame in the ITV drama London's Burning.15 Mar 02:44 AM
SportTerrifying moment wrestling ref is kicked out of the way during medical emergencyReferee Dallas Edwards later revealed he suffered a concussion and brain bleed.15 Mar 02:33 AM
WorldWhy China could emerge a winner from Trump’s global energy shockNo country is unscathed in the energy crisis triggered by US, Israeli assault on Iran.15 Mar 02:33 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldRow erupts over fundraising email featuring Trump in wartime roleNYT: 'Donald Trump is fundraising off of dead soldiers,' California governor's office says15 Mar 01:12 AM
WorldTrump seeks global backing to secure vital Gulf oil routeOil prices have jumped 40% as Iran chokes the Strait of Hormuz and hits Gulf sites.15 Mar 01:02 AM
WorldBritain may send thousands of interceptor drones to Middle EastUK officials consider using interceptors pioneered in Ukraine to tackle Iranian Shaheds.15 Mar 12:30 AM
WorldFriend's role in Mandelson vetting raises new questions over British PM’s Epstein stance14 Mar 02:12 AM
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