World|UpdatedTrump accepts Nobel medal from Venezuelan Opposition leader The US President said the move was a 'wonderful gesture of mutual respect'.16 Jan 02:54 AM
WorldGaza ceasefire enters phase two despite unresolved issues Donald Trump is to chair a new ‘Board of Peace’ overseeing the transition.16 Jan 01:47 AM
New ZealandNew Zealand vacates embassy in Iran as threat of violence escalatesHuman rights groups estimate more than 2500 people have been killed in unrest.16 Jan 01:23 AM
WorldVenezuela’s Machado says she ‘presented’ her Nobel medal to TrumpMachado says she handed Trump her Nobel medal after a White House meeting.15 Jan 11:09 PM
WorldGreenland could cost the US $1.2tNato allies are rushing troops to Nuuk to counter American claims over security.15 Jan 10:01 PM
WorldTrump convinced 'to give Iran a chance' after threats over protest crackdownRights group Iran Human Rights says at least 3428 protesters were killed.15 Jan 07:54 PM
WorldEuropean military mission in Greenland as US aim 'remains intact'Seven European nations have joined Denmark's Nato exercise in Nuuk.15 Jan 07:41 PM
WorldHuge blast and fire in central Dutch city as buildings collapse, at least four injuredAt least four people are in hospital after the central Utrecht blast.15 Jan 07:30 PM
WorldExplosion in Dutch city of UtrechtPeople could be seen rushing down a street with shattered windows and other damage visible. Video / AFPWatch15 Jan 06:46 PM
WorldGlobal bans grow as Musk's Grok faces backlash over sexualised deepfakesThe Philippines has fully blocked Grok, joining Malaysia and Indonesia.15 Jan 06:22 PM
WorldTrump threatens to invoke Insurrection Act over Minnesota protestsICE agents have shot two people in Minneapolis in separate incidents this week.15 Jan 05:49 PM
WorldFatal back-to-back Thailand crane failures tied to same firmItalian-Thai Development faces blacklisting after two deadly crane crashes.15 Jan 05:46 PM
WorldISS astronauts splash down on Earth after first-ever medical evacuationThe four astronauts completed nearly 900 hours of experiments before leaving.15 Jan 05:39 PM
WorldHercules shrine filled with bronze statues discovered in RomeArchaeologists also revealed third century BC tombs with sarcophagi and urns.15 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldIndependents reach new high as young US voters avoid labelsNew York Times: Gallup data shows 45% identify as politically independent.15 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldHow Ice crackdowns set off a resistance in American citiesNew York Times: Residents have formed loose networks to track and protest against agents.15 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldTrio missing during Victoria bushfires found safeAt least 130 homes and 300,000ha have already been destroyed in Victoria.10 Jan 11:06 PM
TravelA former tobacco factory has been reborn as one of Sydney’s most stylish staysBuilt in 1876, the Porter House Hotel blends sleek modern luxury into heritage sandstone. 10 Jan 11:00 PM
CricketHow England's booze-fuelled Ashes left Stokes and McCullum dividedPlayers drank heavily in New Zealand and at Noosa as fitness standards slipped.10 Jan 10:10 PM
WorldTourist in his 30s dies after being pulled from water at Gold Coast beachThe man was swept out to sea while swimming at Palm Beach, Australia, on Saturday.10 Jan 07:31 PM
LifestylePrincess of Wales: I play rugby with Charlotte – but I don't want to be tackled by GeorgeThe princess said she plays rugby at home with Princess Charlotte.15 Jan 10:33 PM
EntertainmentFreddie Mercury’s ‘secret daughter’ dies aged 48Her story emerged from 17 diaries Freddie Mercury gave her weeks before he died.15 Jan 09:55 PM
BusinessStandalone Grok app still undresses women after X curtails access to toolX says Grok is blocked in some places, but the stand-alone app still undresses photos.15 Jan 08:51 PM
WorldGaza ceasefire enters phase two despite unresolved issues Donald Trump is to chair a new ‘Board of Peace’ overseeing the transition.16 Jan 01:47 AM
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WorldGreenland could cost the US $1.2tNato allies are rushing troops to Nuuk to counter American claims over security.15 Jan 10:01 PM
WorldUS says it has seized another oil tanker in CaribbeanThe Veronica has been under US sanctions since 2022 for Venezuela ties.15 Jan 08:01 PM
WorldAt least 32 dead after crane collapses on to passenger train in ThailandItalian-Thai Development has faced multiple deadly construction accidents.14 Jan 05:37 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: American supremacy is over, and something new is comingNew York Times Opinion: As America’s global reign fades, a new world is taking shape.13 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldKevin Rudd to leave US ambassadorship in MarchRudd will leave Washington on March 31, about a year earlier than planned.12 Jan 11:00 PM
WorldPhilippines: Rescue workers search for dozens missing after landfill collapsePhilippines: Rescue workers search for dozens missing after landfill collapse. Video / AFPWatch09 Jan 07:41 PM
WorldChina's birth-rate push sputters as couples stay child-freeThe country's population has shrunk three years in a row and could halve by 2100.07 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ universities accepting English proficiency tests through DuolingoStudents get verified online and receive English results within two days.06 Jan 08:53 PM
WorldIranians abroad wait for news from loved ones amid blackoutInformation is scarce and it is unclear when the country will come back online.15 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldGreenland standoff: Compromise seems distant with sides far apartNY Times: 'It’s clear that the President has this wish of conquering over Greenland.'15 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldThe mystery US weapon that may have left Maduro’s henchmen ‘vomiting blood’The alleged raid device echoes a backpack-sized radio-wave weapon, CNN revealed.15 Jan 04:00 PM
World'Very dangerous conditions': Severe flash flooding hits Victorian holiday townsMultiple vehicles were left submerged and jammed against a local bridge.15 Jan 07:42 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldFederal agent shoots man in Minneapolis, prompting tense protestsNY Times: An agent and a man who was shot were in hospital. Two people were in custody.15 Jan 05:55 AM
WorldMan jailed 12 years for stabbing stranger on train with smashed bottleThe victim lost 40% of his blood and suffered heart and lung injuries in crazed attack.15 Jan 04:00 AM
WorldMusk's Grok barred from undressing images after global backlashCalifornia Attorney-General Rob Bonta called Grok's alleged role in the images 'shocking'.15 Jan 02:48 AM
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