Wednesday, 26 August 2026
365 articles · times in UTC
Al Jazeera · 00:00
Iran war live: Iran says Hormuz remains closed despite Oman route deal ↗Tehran says the agreement with Oman on routes through Hormuz does not indicate that the strait is open.
Nature News · 00:00
South Africa’s ‘registration law’ for scientists could be a template for the world — if the nation gets it right ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02568-4 The plan to force some scientists to register with a professional body could protect people and the environment, but the current version lacks clarity.
Nature News · 00:00
Like coffee and ice cream: an interview with Sam and Eli Morten ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02412-9 Joint operation.
Nature News · 00:00
Vaporization trick enables ‘tandem’ solar cells to be made at lower temperatures ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02469-6 A clever approach for evaporating a compound used to make perovskite semiconductors tackles a vexing challenge in scaling up next-generation solar cells.
Nature News · 00:00
Does the shingles vaccine cut heart disease risk? Mounting evidence suggests a link ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02663-6 Large study finds that people who received the ‘recombinant’ vaccine for the viral condition had a lower risk of cardiovascular problems.
Nature News · 00:00
Highest-ever ocean temperatures recorded as El Niño intensifies ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02681-4 Why extreme temperatures are expected to weaken ocean carbon sinks — plus, how mitochondrial injections could treat vision loss.
Nature News · 00:00
Automated prototyping of genetic codes ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10949-y A robotic, cell–free platform rapidly prototypes redesigned genetic codes, enabling the translation of proteins with reassigned codons and non-standard amino acids without altering living genomes.
Nature News · 00:00
Insights into longevity and virus-driven adaptation from Myotis bat genomes ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10932-7 Comparative and functional analyses of Myotis bats uncover unique patterns of adaptation in virus-interacting proteins and longevity-associated pathways, linking two hallmarks of bat biology.
Nature News · 00:00
Systems vaccinology and the architecture of human immunity ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10753-8 A review of the current state of the field of systems vaccinology discusses the challenges in translating insights into clinical and regulatory practice.
Nature News · 00:00
Ultrafast and reference-free sequence discovery in single-cell data ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10975-w Malva enables ultrafast, reference-free searching of raw single-cell sequences across millions of cells, transforming static transcriptomic atlases into dynamic resources for understanding the functions of sequences.
Nature News · 00:00
Cell-type-specific eQTLs underlie the genetic architecture of complex traits ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10577-6 Single-cell RNA-sequencing shows that cell-type-specific expression quantitative trait loci drive much of complex trait heritability, highlighting cell-type-specific gene regulation as key to linking genetic variants with traits.
Nature News · 00:00
Amphibious stem-insect sheds light on colonization of land ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10961-2 Restudy of a challenging fossil using cross-polarized light imaging and phylogenetic reconstruction identifies Chosha praecursor, a probable early-diverging insect, helping to bridge the longstanding ‘hexapod gap’ in the fossil record.
Nature News · 00:00
3D bulk-resolved g -wave altermagnetic order parameter in CrSb ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10902-z Quantum oscillation measurements map the g-wave altermagnetic order parameter in CrSb, establishing it as a prototypical unconventional magnet with momentum-dependent spin splitting.
Nature News · 00:00
Tidal tomography reveals a thermal anomaly beneath Mars’s crustal dichotomy ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10893-x Analysis of tracking data from Mars orbiters reveals time-variable gravity field behaviour reflecting the structure underlying the Martian crustal dichotomy and indicates the preservation of a 200–400 °C thermal anomaly in the present-day man…
Nature News · 00:00
Synergistic degradation of fucoidans in the ocean ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10980-z Efficient degradation of fucoidans depends on complementary bacterial guilds that cooperatively break backbone and side-chain sugars, revealing a conserved, globally relevant mechanism that shapes marine carbon cycling.
Nature News · 00:00
A binding-to-release strategy for targeted anticancer drug delivery ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10971-0 A binding-to-release drug conjugate strategy enables targeted payload release without cellular internalization, improving tumour specificity, efficacy and expanding therapeutic targets beyond conventional drug conjugates.
Nature News · 00:00
Critical zone processes limit alkalinity export from natural basaltic systems ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10936-3 Observations from natural volcanic watersheds demonstrate attenuation of alkalinity fluxes along the complete reactive pathways from soil to river that lead to reductions in exported alkalinity, indicating the limiting effects of critical zon…
Nature News · 00:00
Aberrant excitatory neuronal ERBB4 promotes Alzheimer’s disease pathology ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10964-z Neuroinflammation alone may be dispensable for early synapse loss in Alzheimer’s disease.
Nature News · 00:00
The best-managed industrial waste in history ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02508-2 Expanded use of nuclear energy will protect the environment even without fresh options for waste disposal.
Nature News · 00:00
Five highlights from nuclear-power research ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02512-6 Advanced materials, cancer risk analysis and other developments from recent studies.
Nature News · 00:00
Harnessing nuclear power for a clean-energy future ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02505-5 Generating electricity using fission has a chequered past. New approaches such as smaller reactors could transform the technology into a more nimble source of always-on, carbon-free power.
Nature News · 00:00
The push to clear nuclear power’s waste-disposal hurdle ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02507-3 The technical issues have mostly been solved, but the long-term potential peril of radioactive material has made it difficult to find politically acceptable sites.
Nature News · 00:00
A raft of start-up firms is betting on nuclear fusion ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02511-7 The phenomenon that makes stars shine and hydrogen bombs explode has yet to be reliably tamed for energy generation. But that isn’t stopping companies from trying.
Nature News · 00:00
Are pro-nuclear politics a threat to public safety? ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02509-1 Oversight agencies suddenly face pressure to rapidly assess a range of relatively untested reactor designs.
Nature News · 00:00
The 46 companies scrambling to commercialize fusion for energy ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02513-5 Whether the billions of dollars of investment will lead to an inexhaustible source of clean electrical power is not yet known.
Nature News · 00:00
Video reconstruction of variable VLBI observations with neural fields ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10988-5 The kine neural reconstruction algorithm produces high-resolution, time-continuous very long baseline interferometry videos, enabling direct measurement of instantaneous plasma velocities and detailed kinematic analysis of relativistic astrop…
Nature News · 00:00
Smaller reactors bring nuclear power closer to fulfilling its promise ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02506-4 Shadowed by past disasters, nuclear engineers are developing different types of reactor, fuel, coolant and material that could help to make fission the zero-carbon energy technology of choice.
Nature News · 00:00
Can nuclear reactors hit the road? ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02510-8 Fission facilities that fit in a truck could provide portable power where it’s needed — but some people question whether it’s worth the cost, safety compromises and the risk of sending the raw materials for bombs into communities.
Nature News · 00:00
Using nuclear waste to power space missions ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02514-4 Researchers plan to use radioactive isotopes to power systems on a future Mars rover.
Nature News · 00:00
A practical recycling strategy for making thiophosphate molecules with enzymes ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02482-9 An enzymatic platform for constructing the thiophosphate molecular motif without relying on large amounts of expensive reagents has been developed. The method lays the foundation for developing enzymatic cascades to synthesize thiophosphate-c…
Nature News · 00:00
This pulsating muscle graft mimics benefits of exercise ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02664-5 Mice with the surgical implant developed more muscle mass, strength and bone density.
Nature News · 00:00
Endocannabinoids facilitate reward engagement through retrograde gain control ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10967-w A key role for retrograde neuromodulatory signalling in motivated behaviour is shown through dynamic endocannabinoid release within a thalamostriatal circuit that regulates behavioural engagement during reward seeking.
Nature News · 00:00
Primate-specific regulation of the human glycosphingolipid gatekeeper UGCG ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10927-4 Cryogenic electron microscopy structures of full-length human UGCG, the gatekeeper that dictates the scale and composition of glycosphingolipid diversity, are reported, showing that it uses a metal-independent catalytic mechanism driven by an…
Nature News · 00:00
Granule cells reorient cortical trajectories to separate contexts ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10946-1 Simultaneous imaging of premotor cortex and cerebellar granule cells in mice learning two skills in parallel shows that trajectories generalize in cortex but coherently reorient apart in granule cells, supporting generalization and separation…
Nature News · 00:00
Long-read sequencing reveals pre-meiotic gene conversion in sperm ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10901-0 Single-molecule long-read sequencing of human sperm reveals variation in recombination across donors and that a substantial fraction of non-crossover gene conversions arises before meiosis, distinct from PRDM9-driven recombination and associa…
Nature News · 00:00
Infrared absorption spectroscopy of a single polyatomic molecular ion ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10915-8 Non-destructive single-molecule absorption spectroscopy is achieved by detecting photon recoil from a trapped molecular ion, enabling single-photon-sensitive measurements of molecular vibrational transitions.
Nature News · 00:00
Spontaneously charged water drops induce corrosion ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-10941-6 Experiments have shown that spontaneously charged water drops can damage coatings on metal surfaces, leading to corrosion of the metal.
Nature News · 00:00
Plasma-jet movie is astronomy’s summer blockbuster ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02522-4 Just 116 images exist of the active galaxy 3C 345 — but an AI-driven algorithm has created a highly detailed video of the plasma jets blasted from its centre.
Nature News · 00:00
The baffling science of SSRIs: how do they really work? ↗Nature, Published online: 26 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02570-w The world’s most popular antidepressant drugs are under fire. But are they really harder to quit than heroin?
ABC Australia · 00:12
Ex-NBA player who claims to be a woman banned by WNBA team after joust ↗Enes Kanter Freedom is deemed a "potential threat" by the Chicago Sky after his verbal altercation with Natasha Cloud.
Al Jazeera · 00:29
Human rights situation in Myanmar ‘plummets to new low’, UN says ↗New report says abuses against Rohingya and unchecked resource exploitation deepening crisis in Myanmar.
The Guardian World · 00:41
Suburban Rail Loop: Victorian government secretly increased public transport fares to help pay for controversial SRL ↗Labor put ‘levy on all public transport fares in metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria’ since January 2025, auditor-general says The Victorian government secretly increased public transport fares to raise money to help pay for the Suburban Rail Loop and other Big Build projects, the state’s auditor-general…
ABC Australia · 00:43
Breaking: Fares secretly hiked to fund Suburban Rail Loop, Auditor-General finds ↗The Victorian Auditor-General's Office has found the state government never revealed a new levy on public transport fares from the start of 2025.
ABC Australia · 00:57
ACT politician's alleged 'threatening' behaviour towards former leader dismissed ↗The ACT Commissioner for Standards recommends a complaint filed by former Liberal MLA Leanne Castley about alleged "threatening behaviour" by colleague Chiaka Barry be dismissed.
Al Jazeera · 01:00
Is Sudan’s battlefield shaping the terms of its next political phase? ↗Army gains, RSF defections and al-Burhan’s political push point to a possible shift in Sudan’s war.
ABC Australia · 01:02
Indigenous rangers call for funding to protect remote NT from bird flu ↗Indigenous ranger groups are calling for more money to help them protect vulnerable bird and animal species from the threat of H5N1 bird flu.
ABC Australia · 01:18
Sydney woman pleads guilty to 'macabre' manslaughter of husband ↗Police previously described the case as "macabre" and "bizarre" due to how they suspected she had disposed of his remains.
The Guardian World · 01:22
Productivity Commission says ‘line was crossed’ when WA premier labelled them ‘east coast clowns’ over GST ↗Commissioner Angela Jackson also said it was ‘disappointing’ that Anthony Albanese had ruled out changes to Western Australia’s GST arrangements Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The Productivity Commission has condemned attack…
BBC World · 01:32
Musk's SpaceX to build $100bn launch facility in Louisiana ↗It will be the firm's biggest site yet and aims to send rockets to space in 2029.
ABC Australia · 01:40
Pogačar's sensational solo attack squeezes Vuelta rivals dry ↗Tadej Pogačar has taken a dominant lead in the Vuelta a España, winning his second stage with a phenomenal 50km solo attack in Andorra.
Al Jazeera · 01:43
Malaysia’s Anwar puts non-aligned stance in focus with remarks on Taiwan ↗Malaysian leader's comments on the island have prompted discussion about whether the country is leaning towards China.
The Guardian World · 01:46
Typhoon Narra: record flood waters submerge homes and force mass evacuations in China ↗Heavy rain expected in parts of Vietnam and southern China, as another storm system, Typhoon Saudel, heads for Japan and Taiwan Widespread flooding triggered by Typhoon Narra has submerged homes and forced mass evacuations in southern China, as another storm system tracked towards Japan and Taiwan. Authorities i…
ABC Australia · 01:50
Luke Gosling stands aside as special envoy for defence and veterans' affairs ↗Federal MP Luke Gosling announces he will step aside from his role as special envoy for defence, veterans' affairs and Northern Australia after he was charged with a breach of his bail conditions.
ABC Australia · 01:50
Breaking: Luke Gosling stands aside as special envoy for defence and veterans' affairs ↗Federal MP Luke Gosling announces he will step aside from his role as special envoy for defence, veterans' affairs and Northern Australia after he was charged with a breach of his bail conditions.
Al Jazeera · 01:54
Water crisis makes life in Sudan’s El Obeid refugee camps even worse ↗Families displaced by war in Sudan’s El Obeid refugee camps face crippling water shortages.
ABC Australia · 01:55
Breaking: Edge Early Learning enters voluntary administration ↗Embattled childcare provider Edge Early Learning, which has centres in the ACT, Queensland and South Australia, has gone into voluntary administration.
ABC Australia · 02:05
Parents given 12 hours' notice of Melbourne daycare closure ↗Liquidators for the centre in Melbourne's north-west apologised for "stress and inconvenience" caused by the closure.
ABC Australia · 02:18
Productivity Commission slams 'clowns' comments after GST report ↗The Productivity Commission says the WA premier "crossed a line" with his criticisms of the body's interim report on GST, adding that political commentary from federal government ministers undermines the commission's integrity.
ABC Australia · 02:22
Environmental DNA shows some frog species bouncing back from fungus ↗The species were hit hard by chytrid fungus in the 80s and 90s, but new research suggests two frogs have recovered to now expand to new territories, while one is still constrained.
ABC Australia · 02:25
Giant great whites filmed swarming dead whale off NSW South Coast ↗When Lilly Pollard flew her drone over a floating dead whale carcass, she captured a spectacular dinner party attended by one of the ocean's biggest apex predators.
ABC Australia · 02:26
Breaking: Suspected bird flu infection in red fox in metro Adelaide ↗South Australian authorities say they have five new suspected events of bird flu in the state, including a red fox in Osborne in metropolitan Adelaide.
ABC Australia · 02:35
Court rules tropical island owner can be stripped of lease ↗Despite plans to build new facilities, the Queensland Land Court finds Brampton Island resort is "dilapidated to the point of falling down" with the owners in breach of lease conditions.
France 24 · 02:36
SpaceX to build $100 billion rocket launch facility in southern Louisiana ↗SpaceX unveiled plans on Tuesday for a $100 billion rocket launch complex in southern Louisiana, its largest yet, aimed at supporting Starship and AI satellite missions. The 125,000-acre Starbase Louisiana site on Pecan Island could eventually handle thousands of Starship launches annually, the company said.
ABC Australia · 02:42
Lighting products sold on online marketplaces catch fire under testing ↗Testing of more than 130 lighting products available online found most failed to meet Australian standards.
Al Jazeera · 02:47
Mamdani opposes Hindu nationalist event in New York ↗Zohran Mamdani says he opposes a right-wing Hindu nationalist event scheduled for next week at Madison Square Garden.
Al Jazeera · 02:54
Israeli soldiers block Knesset member from besieged Palestinian home ↗Israeli soldiers blocked Knesset member Ofer Cassif from reaching a Palestinian family home in the occupied West Bank.
ABC Australia · 03:04
Dolly Parton life, love and loss in her own words ↗Dolly Parton was rarely lost for words, possessing an uncanny ability to impart wisdom wrapped in her signature southern wit.
ABC Australia · 03:10
Hird has chance to finally deliver true unity Essendon seeks ↗James Hird may not have received his dream outcome, but still has the ability to lend his beloved club a big hand if he chooses to do so.
ABC Australia · 03:14
Assault charges dropped against SA Indigenous Voice to Parliament member ↗Assault charges against Danni Smith, a presiding member on SA's Indigenous Voice to Parliament, have been dropped.
ABC Australia · 03:16
New country music festival Longhaul cancelled in its first year ↗The festival, headlined by Kacey Musgraves and Kane Brown, was set to land in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane in January.
France 24 · 03:17
Trump sends Saudi civil nuclear agreement to Congress for review ↗US President Donald Trump has submitted a civilian nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia to Congress for review, an administration official said. The classified pact, sent to Capitol Hill on Monday, is aimed at bolstering Riyadh’s nuclear programme but remains contingent on Saudi Arabia normalising relatio…
Al Jazeera · 03:28
Who were the Syrian Democratic Forces and why dissolve? ↗Syria’s Democratic Forces, which led the fight against ISIL, have declared they are disbanding.
ABC Australia · 03:30
Teacher's sacking over 3D-printed gun incident was lawful, Fair Work finds ↗The Canberra high school teacher of more than two decades was terminated and investigated last year after she printed a 3D firearm and brought it to school.
The Guardian World · 03:30
Nine CEO confident new AI laws will deliver a ‘world of growth in publishing’ as network slashes costs ↗Matt Stanton says company has ‘good pipeline’ of AI deals ahead even as it aims to cut $160m in costs Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The head of Nine Entertainment sees a “world of growth in publishing” on the horizon backed…
The Guardian World · 03:31
Fears for ‘gregarious’ local celebrity Sammy the elephant seal in Victorian bird flu hotspot ↗Seals and sea lions often communicate by touch and share spaces with wild birds, placing them at risk of infection from H5N1 virus Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Since H5 bird flu arrived in Portland, Victoria, the situation…
BBC World · 03:33
Why Tesla has been caught up in a massive car recall in China ↗The country's biggest ever car recall affects more than four million vehicles made by Tesla, XPeng, Xiaomi and other firms.
Al Jazeera · 03:40
Instagram chief testifies at Meta trial, says few teens used safety feature ↗Meta is on trial over claims it hooked young users on its platforms despite mental health risks.
Al Jazeera · 03:49
Dozens killed in rebel attacks on Sudan’s Kordofan, medical group says ↗Sudan Doctors Network says SPLM-N rebels killed 27 people in South Kordofan, including four children.
ABC Australia · 03:50
'Unfortunate kick in the guts' as inflation data increases RBA rate hike risk ↗Inflation is continuing to cool with the annual headline rate rising to 3.5 per cent in July, but some economists say it has increased the risk of another interest rate hike by the Reserve Bank of Australia this year.
The Guardian World · 03:55
Antisemitism royal commission ends hearings but delays report to avoid ‘distraction’ from Bondi anniversary ↗Commissioner Virginia Bell resists push to extend antisemitism inquiry noting need for timely recommendations Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Commissioner Virginia Bell says she will delay – by four days – handing down her fi…
The Guardian World · 04:00
Man on trial for Daphne Caruana Galizia murder claims he was framed ↗Yorgen Fenech tells jury he had nothing to do with killing and alleges top adviser to Malta’s then PM was instigator A businessman on trial for the murder of the journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia has spoken about the charges for the first time in court since his arrest seven years ago, telling the jury he was fram…
The Guardian World · 04:00
Call to ban marmot hunting in France as campaigners say they are ‘killed for fun’ ↗Protests and petitions planned amid growing concerns over impact of climate crisis on numbers of Alpine rodent Animal rights campaigners are gearing up for protests and petitions aimed at persuading the French government to ban the hunting of Alpine marmots. Open season on the rodents, members of the squirrel an…
ABC Australia · 04:10
Butchers report chicken meat sales drop amid bird flu anxiety ↗While WA's last detection of bird flu was more than a month ago, butchers say they are experiencing a decline in chicken sales as the rest of the nation fights an outbreak.
ABC Australia · 04:24
Time to 'recalibrate': Olympic figure skating champion Liu to miss season ↗Superstar figure skater Alysa Liu steps back to miss the new season six months on from her stunning Winter Olympic gold medal.
Al Jazeera · 04:27
At least 15 newborns killed in Pakistan hospital fire ↗Only one child rescued after fire breaks out in the nursery at Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences, Geo News reports.
ABC Australia · 04:34
Commercial fishers frustrated with delays to compensation ↗Nine months after their fishery was closed due to sustainability concerns, some commercial demersal fishers are still waiting for compensation payments from the WA government.
ABC Australia · 04:36
Australians mark 20 years with charity lifting Balinese kids from poverty ↗Behind the perfect sunsets and cocktails, there are more than 160,000 Balinese living in poverty, but a charity group devoted to bringing them hope has just celebrated its 20th anniversary with its Australian supporters.
ABC Australia · 04:39
UK concerned about possible changes to backpacker visa ↗Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke has not denied that the UK has raised concerns about the prospect of British backpackers being forced to work in regional areas.
ABC Australia · 04:53
Police investigate theft of 400,000 oysters in NSW ↗An oyster business on the New South Wales Mid North Coast estimates as much as $400,000 worth of its stock has been stolen.
Al Jazeera · 04:54
Russia’s ‘Amazon’ Wildberries comes under Ukraine attack again ↗Russia’s biggest online retailer, Wildberries, has once again been attacked in a drone strike by Ukraine.
ABC Australia · 04:55
'Avengers' and 'white flags': How Indonesians are voicing dissent against the government ↗President Prabowo Subianto has given his government an "OK" report card as it nears two years in office, but not everyone agrees, with some civil society groups raising white flags and others forming a "shadow cabinet".
The Guardian World · 05:03
Teenage girl allegedly raped in ‘heinous’ attack at Queensland residential care home ↗State’s child safety minister Amanda Camm confirms police are investigating alleged attack west of Brisbane A Queensland teenager has allegedly been raped in a state-funded residential care home in what has been described as a “heinous” act. A staff member is accused of assaulting the girl, who is understood to…
ABC Australia · 05:06
Police allege car chase, chain threat, before fatal Ballarat hit-and-run ↗A man has applied for bail after allegedly hitting and killing a man with his car following a chase through Ballarat city streets.
Al Jazeera · 05:15
Massive natural gas leak in Wisconsin puts community on alert ↗A truck hit a natural gas pipeline near Saxon, Wisconsin prompted nearby residents to evacuate.
Al Jazeera · 05:17
Fireworks factory goes up in smoke in Mexico ↗Two explosions have hit a fireworks facility in Tultepec, Mexico, sending a spectacular mix of flames and explosions
Al Jazeera · 05:20
Iran bets economic pain will pressure Trump in game of ‘chicken’ ↗Iran is betting global economic fallout and Republicans worried about the midterms will force Trump's retreat.
France 24 · 05:23
Iceland to vote on reopening EU membership talks in close referendum ↗Icelanders will vote in a referendum on Saturday whether to resume entry talks with the European Union amid growing global insecurity. Voters are not being asked to decide just yet if they want to join the 27-member bloc – only whether they want their government to negotiate possible terms.
France 24 · 05:23
Iceland to vote on resuming EU talks in close referendum ↗Icelanders are to vote Saturday on whether to resume entry talks with the European Union amid growing global insecurity, in a referendum seen as going down to the wire.
ABC Australia · 05:25
Qld police investigating alleged sexual assault of girl in residential care ↗Queensland police are investigating the alleged sexual assault of a teenage girl in residential care, which the child safety minister has described as "heinous".
ABC Australia · 05:28
Breaking: At least 14 babies killed in Pakistan hospital fire ↗A fire has erupted at a nursery for newborns at a major government hospital in Pakistan's capital, killing 14 babies, according to hospital officials and the government.
ABC Australia · 05:35
Breaking: Humpback whale beached at Port Kennedy in Perth's south ↗A humpback whale has become beached on a sand bank in shallow water at Port Kennedy in Perth's southern suburbs.
NPR News · 05:45
More than 50 kidnapped as violent gang attack in Haiti leaves 47 dead ↗It is believed to be one of the largest mass kidnappings in Haiti in recent years, and one gang leader is threatening to kill the hostages if authorities kill any gang members as they try to secure the community nestled in the hills above Port-au-Prince. (Image credit: Odelyn Joseph)
NPR News · 05:45
Target faces renewed backlash for Halloween costume with 'minstrel show features' ↗Retailer Target pulled a children's Halloween costume from its shelves after widespread social media backlash, apologizing for selling a garment critics said evoked racist minstrel caricatures. (Image credit: Charles Krupa)
ABC Australia · 05:46
CFMEU forced to deal with organised crime-linked companies, inquiry told ↗Former CFMEU administrator Mark Irving KC has told an inquiry the union protected its members by engaging with companies linked to organised crime.
ABC Australia · 05:50
Teen carjacker spared jail despite Victoria's new 'adult time' laws ↗The first teenager charged under Victoria's Adult Crime, Adult Time laws has been spared jail, after a judge ruled there were "exceptional circumstances" in the case.
ABC Australia · 05:51
Instagram chief tells addiction trial few teenagers knew of safety feature ↗The federal court trial in California is one of the highest-profile tests of allegations that social media companies have harmed young users.
ABC Australia · 05:56
Kiribati considers constitutional change to cement diplomatic recognition of China ↗Kiribati could be on the brink of amending its constitution to stop future governments from switching diplomatic recognition back to Taiwan.
The Guardian World · 06:01
Raygun opens up on her infamous Olympics breakdancing debut: ‘not as bad as I thought!’ ↗Australia’s first Olympic breakdancer became a viral sensation after her performance at Paris 2024, where she failed to receive a single point Rachael “Raygun” Gunn says her performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics was “not as bad as I thought!” after the Sydney-based breaker revealed she had finally watched back th…
Al Jazeera · 06:02
Top official says Iran, Oman have agreed new temporary route in Hormuz ↗Deputy foreign minster says the route's entry as well as part of the exit would run through Iranian territorial waters.
France 24 · 06:04
Middle East live: Iran says Hormuz strait still closed despite transit corridor talks with Oman ↗Tehran warned on Wednesday that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed unless the United States ends the war, despite discussions with Oman on a temporary transit corridor in the vital waterway. Washington had earlier announced fresh sanctions aimed at pressuring Iran to capitulate, with US Treasury Secretary Scott…
ABC Australia · 06:27
Cricketer Will Pucovski sues Melbourne school over alleged concussion ↗The former Australian test batter alleges a concussion he suffered during an "aggressively physical" football training session at Brighton Grammar 12 years ago ultimately ended his professional cricket career.
BBC World · 06:30
India's sugar squeeze threatens its biggest season for sweets ↗Domestic sugar prices have jumped nearly 40%, forcing India to import 1 million tonnes of the sweetener.
France 24 · 06:30
Premier League: Cameroon's Carlos Baleba transferred to Manchester United ↗Cameroonian midfielder Carlos Baleba has moved from Brighton to Manchester United for around 75 million euros.
ABC Australia · 06:30
Anger as Coles in home of the Big Banana to drop local bananas ↗Coffs Coast banana farmers struggle to make sense of a decision that will remove their produce from the shelves of a major local supermarket.
Al Jazeera · 06:31
Serena Williams, Carlos Alcaraz fall in US Open mixed doubles quarterfinal ↗Star pair lost to Cobolli and Bencic, who will play married partners Elina Svitolina and Gael Monfils in the semifinal.
ABC Australia · 06:32
Breaking: WA government to appeal $150m Andrew Forrest Fortescue native title payout ↗Mining magnate Andrew Forrest's Fortescue faces a renewed legal battle over a record $150.3 million native title compensation payout, with the WA government confirming it would appeal a landmark Federal Court judgement.
ABC Australia · 06:33
Giants star Toby Greene opens up on his AFL future ↗GWS captain Toby Greene admits he "couldn't give a f*** about facilities" as he prepares to meet Geelong about a potential move to the Cats.
ABC Australia · 06:34
Five of Dolly Parton's best songs explained ↗From Jolene to I Will Always Love You, Dolly Parton wrote many classics. Here we explore the stories behind some of her most popular songs.
BBC World · 06:37
Watch Nashville fans lay flowers in tribute to Dolly Parton ↗The BBC's Helena Humphrey is outside the Country Music Hall of Fame where fans gathered to mourn Dolly Parton.
The Guardian World · 06:44
Fears grow for fourth rate hike after Australia sees higher-than-expected July inflation ↗Bureau of Statistics says CPI was 3.5% in July, casting doubt on Reserve Bank meeting its 2.5% inflation target without further hike Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Fears are growing that the Reserve Bank will hit millions of…
France 24 · 06:45
'Black smoke' chokes Pakistan maternity ward as hospital fire kills 14 infants ↗A fire erupted in a hospital maternity ward in Islamabad on Wednesday killing 14 infants, Pakistan authorities said, blaming a faulty air conditioner for the blaze.
France 24 · 06:45
Fire at maternity ward in Islamabad hospital kills 14 infants ↗A dawn fire that erupted in the maternity ward of Islamabad's premier public hospital, Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), on Wednesday killed 14 infants, Pakistan authorities said, blaming a faulty air conditioner for the blaze. Witnesses described harrowing scenes and a slow response from emergency serv…
ABC Australia · 06:50
Potential insolvent trading probe after modular builder's closure ↗The WA Consumer Protection Commissioner is calling on clients of a modular home building company which abruptly closed last week to lodge formal complaints so it can investigate further.
ABC Australia · 06:57
Division erupts within NT government as MLAs clash in parliament over VAD ↗During debate about the Northern Territory government's voluntary assisted dying bill in parliament, backbencher Tanzil Rahman has accused his colleagues of being inauthentic and of deliberately mischaracterising the debate.
BBC World · 07:01
Bodies found on S Korean holiday island as missing persons scandal deepens ↗A police sergeant has been arrested following accusations that he lied to victims' families and prematurely closed missing persons cases.
ABC Australia · 07:08
Man convicted for $15k spend on stolen credit cards 'likely' from dark web ↗A Riverland man has been sentenced for using stolen credit cards "likely" from the dark web to purchase almost $16,000 worth of merchandise from Bunnings.
Al Jazeera · 07:18
Trump threatens Iran’s partners: How do secondary sanctions work? ↗The US has used threats of secondary sanctions, whereby countries trading with a sanctioned country also face sanctions.
ABC Australia · 07:18
Rabbi's moving tribute to son-in-law as antisemitism royal commission ends ↗After more than 60 days of public hearings, the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion has come to an emotional close.
Al Jazeera · 07:20
Man United’s Fernandes, City’s Shaw named PFA Players of the Year ↗Fernandes rewarded for an outstanding season with a record number of assists in the league; Shaw builds on league win and Golden Boot.
BBC World · 07:26
Indian jewellery ad pulled after backlash over actor's outfit ↗Kriti Sanon has defended the ad in which she was seen celebrating the upcoming Hindu festival of Rakhi.
Al Jazeera · 07:26
The RSF’s defeat will not end Sudan’s war but merely fragment it ↗Sudanese army's battlefield gains rely on an armed coalition it may struggle to control once the common enemy is gone.
NPR News · 07:30
Test your global economic knowledge with this quick Planet Money quiz! ↗Every country tells a different economic story. It's time to test your knowledge of the big ideas we've collected on our World Tour. Eight questions stand between you and your Summer School diploma.
ABC Australia · 07:30
Woman ordered to pay $27k after kittens found in freezer ↗A Tasmanian woman will never be allowed to own a cat again, after almost 70 cats were found living in "squalid" conditions and a dozen kittens were found dead in her freezer.
NPR News · 07:34
Hospital nursery fire kills 14 newborns in Pakistan's capital, officials order immediate inquiry ↗A fire erupted early Wednesday in a nursery for newborns at a major government hospital in Pakistan's capital, killing 14 babies, according to hospital officials and the government. (Image credit: M. Yousaf)
ABC Australia · 07:37
Melbourne attack accused tells court 'at least they're both still breathing' ↗The 27-year-old was remanded in custody after being charged with repeatedly stabbing a woman and punching her 10-year-old child outside the Victoria Police headquarters.
Al Jazeera · 07:41
Palestinian boy shot during Israeli raid on UNRWA centre ↗Video shows the moment a Palestinian boy was shot during an Israeli raid on a UN facility in occupied East Jerusalem.
France 24 · 07:41
Trump scores much-needed double primary victory in South Carolina, Oklahoma ↗US President Donald Trump scored two badly needed victories Tuesday as his preferred candidates in South Carolina and Oklahoma won the Republican runoffs. The sweep interrupts a bruising run for Trump, whose endorsed candidates had lost 10 Republican contests this cycle, including six in the previous two weeks, as h…
Al Jazeera · 07:43
UN rejects Israel’s threat to expel Gaza residents over kite-flying ↗UN rights office spokesperson slams Israeli threat of forced evacuations from Gaza communities over kite flying.
Al Jazeera · 07:47
US Army Black Hawk helicopter crashes in Colorado ↗A US Army Black Hawk helicopter crashed after an unplanned landing in Colorado.
ABC Australia · 07:50
Bus company fined $650k over deadly Greta crash ↗The bus company and its directors were fined for failing in their duty of care, including hiring driver Brett Button, who was impaired by drugs at the time of the crash that killed 10 passengers.
ABC Australia · 07:53
Video shows antisemitic road rage abuse in Adelaide's CBD ↗A Jewish woman visiting Adelaide was captured in a video being subjected to antisemitic abuse on her first day in the city, the Anti Defamation Commission says.
BBC World · 08:01
Libyan who was cleared after Lockerbie bombing trial dies aged 70 ↗A Facebook post by Libyan Airlines announced the death of Al Amin Khalifah Fhimah and expressed the company's condolences to his family.
Al Jazeera · 08:04
Brighton & Hove Albion sign Algerian left-back Jaouen Hadjam ↗The 23-year-old joins from Swiss champions Young Boys on a five-year deal, making him the third Algerian in the league.
ABC Australia · 08:08
Live: Nikita Tszyu and Ben Mahoney in world title eliminator ↗Nikita Tszyu and Ben Mahoney both put their undefeated records on the line for a chance to fight IBF super welterweight world champion, England's Josh Kelly. Follow live.
The Guardian World · 08:12
Now you seafood, now you don’t: $350k worth of oysters vanish without a trace in NSW ↗About 400,000 juvenile Sydney rock oysters were taken from an oyster farm on state’s mid-north coast earlier this year, police say Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Police are on the hunt for a seafood swindler after 400,000 oysters were allegedly stolen from a farm at a river on the…
ABC Australia · 08:13
Report finds rock art damage more extensive than thought ↗The Murujuga Rock Art monitoring program finds pollutants from previous industrial activity have damaged a larger area of ancient rock art on the Burrup Peninsula than previously thought.
ABC Australia · 08:16
Cream puff restaurateur avoids jail over lies to corruption watchdog ↗Valentine Yee, whose parents owns Sydney's Emperor's Garden, admitted to what a judge described as "egregious" lies to an ICAC inquiry for his brother.
BBC World · 08:17
Far-right Israeli lawmaker damages Palestinian memorial with sledgehammer ↗Zvi Sukkot's actions have drawn widespread condemnation, including from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Al Jazeera · 08:18
Trump’s Korean gambit exposes a shifting East Asian order ↗Growing doubts about the US security umbrella are forcing new strategic calculations across the region.
France 24 · 08:21
Embraced across divides, Dolly Parton leaves a lasting legacy ↗Throughout her lifetime, Dolly Parton worked to build a better world, while becoming inextricable from the American imagination. She was embraced by fans across gender, race and class, embodying a mythology typically inaccessible to even the most influential historical figures. It is one of her greatest legacies: to…
ABC Australia · 08:24
Breaking: Macquarie Group dumps KPMG from audit contract ↗Accounting firm KPMG says it is facing the consequences of its "past failings" as it is dropped by Macquarie Group.
ABC Australia · 08:31
Hobart council advances ban on full-home short stays ↗Hobart City Council has voted to advance strict new limits on whole-home short stays. The plan, which aims to protect long-term rentals, will now go to the state planning body for final approval.
Al Jazeera · 08:42
Lindsey Graham’s sister up for election to his US Senate seat ↗Lindsey Graham's sister up for election to his US Senate seat
Al Jazeera · 08:46
Thousands in Japan are pulling this historic castle back into place ↗Thousands in Japan are pulling this historic castle back into place
BBC World · 08:47
Canada's retaliation tests the limit of American power under Trump ↗The president is using US dominance to challenge allies and enemies alike - but both Canada and Iran have found ways to fight back.
ABC Australia · 08:53
Wife of key figure in ICAC probe paid $254k for three months of work ↗The NSW corruption watchdog has heard that the wife of a key figure in the inquiry was paid $254,666 for three months of consulting.
Al Jazeera · 08:54
Haiti gang raid death toll rises to 47 as more than 50 kidnapped, says UN ↗UN chief Guterres said the attack underscores 'the alarming security situation in Haiti' due to gangs.
Al Jazeera · 08:55
US immigration agents arrested more than 49,500 people in July ↗The number of arrests last month showed a rise of roughly 15 percent over June's count.
France 24 · 08:57
France to ease strict rules on iconic cheeses as heat dries pastures ↗France is temporarily relaxing strict production rules for several iconic cheeses as drought and record heat leave pastures severely depleted. Producers of abondance, beaufort and comté can now use more imported fodder and grain to feed their cows, while other traditional cheeses will also receive temporary exemptions.
NPR News · 09:00
Hollywood's summer box office is glowing, but the numbers come with startling caveats ↗Toy Story 5 , Spider-Man: Brand New Day, The Odyssey and Backrooms .'/> Theaters have had something for everyone this summer, and fans are paying top dollar for premium formats like IMAX. There are also fewer moviegoers, fewer movies, and fewer screens than there were pre-COVID.
Al Jazeera · 09:00
Bodo return to Champions League, Azerbaijan’s Sabah deny Israeli Beer-Sheva ↗Scottish champions Celtic thumped by LASK as Sabah knock out Hapoel Beer-Sheva with a late goal in the qualifying round.
The Guardian World · 09:00
Moringa lattes and tigernut kebabs: the young Ghanaians ‘taking back the power’ of their food ↗In Ghana, a grassroots movement is championing nutritious, homegrown, climate-resilient produce, rather than western imports After three years at catering school, Abiro Wisdom was certain of one thing – he did not want to go into catering. At least not the route that he might be expected to take. His course at Acc…
NPR News · 09:01
Soaring summer power bills spark protests -- and even disconnections ↗The price of electricity is soaring in the summer heat, when fans and air conditioners are working nonstop. In Tulsa, Oklahoma, people are having their power cut when they can't pay their bills. (Image credit: Raelynn McMurchy)
NPR News · 09:02
COMIC: 7 lifestyle habits that may boost your chances of getting pregnant ↗This illustrated guide has evidence-backed advice on how to support fertility for both men and women, including which foods to eat and which activities to avoid.
ABC Australia · 09:04
Queensland allowed to use coal, gas for data centres despite renewable push ↗The state's premier says it is a "good win" for his state, which owns much of its own electricity infrastructure, while the federal government had previously demanded states use renewables as a standard.
ABC Australia · 09:06
Body found as police investigate shooting of Melbourne father ↗Homicide detectives find a body in their search for a Melbourne father who went missing after allegedly being shot.
ABC Australia · 09:17
Canberra childcare centre ordered to close as provider enters administration ↗Parents say they were unaware that the Charnwood centre was ordered to close for three months from next Thursday.
Al Jazeera · 09:20
The Bulgarian village that fears becoming an Iranian target ↗US Air Force refuelling planes caused anxiety in Bezmer. While their departure has brought relief, tensions persist.
Al Jazeera · 09:36
Ukrainian drone attacks kill 3 as fire destroys Wildberries warehouse ↗Tambov Governor Yevgeny Pervyshov says Wildberries logistics centre "completely destroyed by fire".
ABC Australia · 09:39
Notes allegedly written by woman accused of killing parents released ↗A court releases handwritten notes allegedly penned by a woman standing trial charged with murdering her elderly parents. They include a reference to police waiting to see if she would "get cocky and slip up".
Al Jazeera · 09:48
At least eight killed as Nepal flash flood damages roads, energy facilities ↗Authorities say casualties could be much higher, alongside heavier losses of property.
Al Jazeera · 10:00
One US dollar now costs 2 million rials in Iran, and here’s what it can buy ↗Sanctions and the US-Israel war on Iran have left the country's people unable to keep pace with rising prices.
The Guardian World · 10:00
Wiped out: US faces surging toilet paper prices amid trade war with Canada ↗Paper products among hardest-hit sectors after trade negotiations broke down, with 25-50% tariffs estimated Are you a Canadian boycotting US products? We’d like to hear from you Using the bathroom or having a cry is about to become more expensive for North Americans as the US and Canada enter a full-fledged tra…
France 24 · 10:07
AI encouraging racist stereotypes? 3 out of 5 chatbots tested promote bias ↗Is Artificial Intelligence encouraging racist stereotypes? Internet users have noticed that Gemini, Google's AI assistant, suggests very different advice when they say they are alone with someone, depending on their nationality. Our colleagues at France 2 report.
France 24 · 10:09
El Nino reaches century-high intensity, threatens more extreme weather in 2027 ↗Panama on Tuesday became the latest Central American country, after Honduras and El Salvador, to declare an emergency over El Nino, which has already forced a reduction in shipping through the Panama Canal. El Nino is a weather pattern that raises surface temperatures in the central and eastern equatorial Pacific Oc…
France 24 · 10:10
'Truly unique': Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations ↗Dolly Parton, the country music icon whose soaring vibrato vocals, poignant songwriting and sparkling costumes defined her rise from a log cabin in the Tennessee mountains to the height of stardom and acclaim, has died in Nashville. She was 80 years old. Known for her curvy physique, massive blond wigs and skin-tigh…
France 24 · 10:11
Promise of riches: Gold rush in small Kenyan village ↗In the remote Kenyan village of Cheporor, a recent discovery of gold sent thousands of amateur prospectors rushing to the area in recent weeks. The village now looks like a bustling small town, but is lacking the infrastructure to house these arrivals, posing security challenges.
France 24 · 10:12
Ebola in DRC: Authorities step up river patrols as Kinshasa fears grow ↗In DR Congo, the Ebola outbreak continues with at least 5,514 cases recorded, and 2,462 deaths. With fears the virus will reach the capital Kinshasa, authorities have begun stepping up patrols along the Congo River, as FRANCE 24’s team on the ground reports.
France 24 · 10:15
Israel takes control of UN training centre for Palestinians ↗Israeli forces took control of a vocational training centre run by the UN agency for Palestinian refugees in an east Jerusalem suburb on Tuesday, in its latest move targeting the beleaguered organisation. The raid drew condemnation from UN chief Antonio Guterres, and followed warnings by UNRWA that Israeli authoriti…
The Guardian World · 10:16
Dominic Perrottet’s sister-in-law denies lying under oath to protect husband over allegedly illegal donations, Icac hears ↗Anita Perrottet tells an inquiry hearing that hundreds of thousands of dollars in payments to her were for ‘strategic and marketing advice’ Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The sister-in-law of Dominic Perrottet has rejected the suggestion she had been put in an “impossible situation…
France 24 · 10:18
Syria's Kurdish-led SDF dissolves as part of integration with Damascus ↗The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces has been dissolved, the armed militant group's leader said on Tuesday, a major step in the integration plan agreed on earlier this year with the Islamist-led government in Damascus. The government and the group, which helped defeat the Islamic State with U.S. backing and held…
France 24 · 10:19
America unites in mourning for Dolly Parton ↗Americans of all stripes united to grieve the death of country music legend Dolly Parton, offering a rare moment of agreement as presidents of both parties joined entertainment and business giants in paying her tribute. The singer, who was 80, was long heralded as one of the few celebrities that everybody loved. Pre…
France 24 · 10:22
Canada strikes back at US with retaliatory tariffs as trade war escalates ↗Canada struck back at the United States on Tuesday with retaliatory tariffs on about $20 billion worth of American goods, including steel, dairy products, appliances and farm equipment, as the trade war between the once-friendly neighbors escalated sharply. The confrontation threatened one of the world’s largest tra…
ABC Australia · 10:26
The home of the Ford Falcon may soon become Australia's AI engine room ↗For more than half a century, this Ford manufacturing plant was known as the home of the iconic Falcon. Now there is a proposal to turn it into a giant data centre and locals are worried.
France 24 · 10:27
One million Afghan children suffer 'life-threatening' malnutrition ↗One million children in Afghanistan are suffering from life-threatening malnutrition in a worsening crisis sweeping the country, the United Nations warned Tuesday. Across Afghanistan, 3.7 million children suffer from wasting, meaning they are acutely malnourished, the UN children's agency UNICEF said. Afghanistan ha…
Al Jazeera · 10:28
Is Japan trying to build bridges with China after Taiwan spat? ↗Experts say Japanese lawmakers' visit to Beijing signals an attempt by Japan to defrost its worst China rift in decades.
France 24 · 10:29
Germany increasingly in the crosshairs of hybrid attacks ↗Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Tuesday that the perpetrators of hybrid attacks against Germany, such as an explosive drone found at an airport, "will pay for them," without naming a target. NATO member Germany – a major supporter of Ukraine in its fight against Russia – has long accused Moscow of targeting it with a…
BBC World · 10:29
Radiation link in flight attendant's breast cancer, French court finds ↗Former Air France stewardess Sophie Lainault has had her cancer recognised as an occupational disease.
Al Jazeera · 10:29
China’s Xi to visit Kyrgyzstan, Egypt ↗The Chinese president will attend the SCO summit in Bishkek, before travelling to Egypt.
Al Jazeera · 10:42
Infantino has no future at FIFA, says European Leagues chief ↗Claudius Schaefer insists the influence of the FIFA president has 'grown from year to year'.
France 24 · 10:44
Kremlin says CIA chief met Russian counterparts, not Putin, in Moscow ↗The Director of the CIA John Ratcliffe held talks with Russian intelligence officials during his visit to Moscow on Tuesday but did not meet President Vladimir Putin, the Kremlin said on Wednesday. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said it was also too early to say whether such contacts between the two countries' inte…
The Guardian World · 10:45
‘Major casualties’ feared after flash floods along Nepal-Tibet border ↗Death toll of nine likely to rise as floods and mudslide sweep away houses, roads, bridges and power projects Torrential floods in the Himalayan border areas of Nepal and in Tibet in China have killed at least nine people and destroyed roads, bridges and power projects, as authorities in both countries braced for…
BBC World · 10:56
Seventeen dead and hundreds unaccounted for as flash flood hits Nepal-Tibet border ↗The flood in Rasuwa - an area north of Kathmandu bordering Tibet - is feared to have swept away villages.
The Guardian World · 11:00
Mpox is back – and in new countries. How this outbreak can be contained ↗The public health emergencies in 2022 and 2024 saw the virus reported in 145 countries, but in the new cases children appear particularly affected A fresh outbreak of mpox in Guinea Bissau – the country’s first – means the virus formerly known as monkey pox is back in the headlines. So what has changed? Since 20…
France 24 · 11:00
US proposes expanding UN Sudan arms embargo to entire country ↗The United States urged the UN Security Council on Monday to expand an arms embargo on the Sudanese region of Darfur to cover all of Sudan, saying the nation's brutal conflict risks regional expansion. The Darfur arms embargo, in place for over two decades, is set to expire on September 12, 2026 if a new agreement i…
France 24 · 11:02
French astronaut Adenot takes part in second spacewalk ↗French astronaut Sophie Adenot began a second spacewalk at the International Space Station on Tuesday, as she and NASA astronaut Anil Menon were set to continue work on a space-to-ground communications antenna. Adenot, a European Space Agency astronaut, was scheduled to help Menon retrieve and install a spare antenn…
BBC World · 11:02
German airport worker dies of malaria after 'mosquito arrives on plane' ↗Five other airport workers are also receiving treatment following the rare outbreak at German's busiest airport.
France 24 · 11:03
At least 14 infants killed in Islamabad hospital fire ↗At least 14 infants were killed in a fire at a state-run hospital in Pakistan's capital Islamabad on Wednesday, the prime minister said, with the health minister attributing the tragedy to a blast in the nursery ward. The incident is among the deadliest hospital fires in recent years in the country, where government…
France 24 · 11:05
A new chapter for Syria’s Kurds: What integration really means ↗The integration of the Kurdish administration within Syria's state institutions is now complete, Syrian Kurdish leader Mazloum Abdi said on Thursday, marking the end of the Kurds' long-held dream of autonomy. The announcement follows months of negotiations between the two sides after a January agreement that called…
NPR News · 11:05
Canada to hit U.S. with retaliatory tariffs. And, remembering music legend Dolly Parton ↗Canada has announced it plans to hit the U.S. with countertariffs that mirror its actions "dollar for dollar." And, remembering the legacy of country star and icon Dolly Parton, who died at 80. (Image credit: Andrej Ivanov)
Al Jazeera · 11:06
Manchester City sign teenage Moroccan midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille ↗Sought-after Bouaddi joins the Premier League club on a five-year deal worth $117m.
France 24 · 11:06
Mawlid festivities cancelled in Ethiopia's Tigray region over fears of drone strikes ↗In Ethiopia, festivities marking Mawlid, the Muslim holiday celebrating the birth of the Prophet Mohammed, have been cancelled at the last minute over fears of drone strikes. The cancellation comes just days after another major Tigrayan festival, Ashenda, was also called off at the last minute for the same reason. D…
France 24 · 11:15
Nile crocodile eggs hatch naturally in French zoo due to heatwaves ↗Ten Nile crocodile eggs at a wildlife park in southern France hatched naturally without the need for controlled incubators, zoo authorities said Wednesday. The natural incubation, a first at the reserve for reptiles, occured due to a spate of extreme heatwaves this summer.
Al Jazeera · 11:24
Photos: Thousands join Spain’s La Tomatina festival for epic tomato battle ↗Over 20,000 participants hurled 165 tonnes of tomatoes in Buñol's streets during Spain's famed La Tomatina festival.
Al Jazeera · 11:25
Mother and daughter detained by ICE in hospital after car crash ↗Mother and daughter detained by ICE in hospital after car crash
France 24 · 11:26
Pakistan: At least 14 newborns die in hospital fire ↗Devasted parents gathered outside a hospital in Islamabad, Pakistan, on Wednesday after a fire tore through a mother-and-baby ward, killing at least 14 newborns. Witnesses described chaotic and harrowing scenes, including intense smoke and broken glass, while local media blamed the tragedy on a faulty air conditioni…
BBC World · 11:32
The heart, hope and steely determination behind a musical legacy ↗BBC music correspondent Mark Savage looks back on the legacy of the "irreplaceable" late singer.
Al Jazeera · 11:32
Why India is sharing missile secrets with its private sector ↗New policy allows India’s private sector to produce advanced weaponry, supporting its goal of military self-sufficiency.
ABC Australia · 11:33
An Australian among hundreds missing in deadly Nepal floods ↗The flash flood in the Himalayan border region has killed at least nine people in Nepal. Nearly 300 foreign nationals, including an Australian, have been reported missing.
France 24 · 11:40
US country music legend Dolly Parton dies, aged 80 ↗Dolly Parton was one of the rare celebrities that transcended divides in the United States. The country music legend and actress died, aged 80, on August 25.
BBC World · 11:55
Door was locked at Pakistan hospital where fire killed 14 babies, witnesses say ↗A hospital official told the BBC that the door to the ward was not locked, but manned with security guards, to protect the babies.
Al Jazeera · 12:04
Dead whale washes ashore on beach in Mexico ↗A roughly 12-metre-long whale has been found dead on a beach in Tijuana, Mexico.
Al Jazeera · 12:05
Iran, Oman agree on temporary Hormuz route: What we know ↗Iran’s deputy foreign minister announced a temporary shipping corridor in the Strait of Hormuz.
BBC World · 12:17
China advises its citizens to leave Taiwan ally Eswatini over 'security risks' ↗Eswatini is one of 12 countries, and the only one in Africa, that has diplomatic relations with Taiwan.
Al Jazeera · 12:22
England footballer Sterling charged with dangerous driving after collision ↗Raheem Sterling has also been accused of possession of nitrous oxide and will appear in court on September 15.
Al Jazeera · 12:22
Photos: Avalanche floods kill eight, hundreds missing in Nepal’s Himalayas ↗Flash floods devastate Nepal's Himalayas, washing away villages and infrastructure along the Bhotekoshi river.
Al Jazeera · 12:24
When is the Champions League draw, which teams are in, and what are the dates? ↗Thirty-six teams will learn their fate in a draw for the group phase, which will be followed by knockout rounds.
France 24 · 12:26
At least 22 bodies recovered, hundreds missing after Nepal-Tibet flash floods ↗At least 22 bodies have been recovered and 384 people reported missing after a massive flash flood that swept through parts of Nepal and Tibet, officials said Wednesday. Chinese state media also reported on Wednesday that the mudslide disaster had "resulted in major casualties and missing people" at the Gyirong Port…
NPR News · 12:27
8 dead, hundreds missing as Nepal avalanche triggers flash floods ↗The disaster is linked to climate change, with experts noting the region's vulnerability to extreme weather. (Image credit: Niranjan Shrestha)
NPR News · 12:27
At least 75 killed and hundreds missing after flash floods in Nepal and China ↗The disaster is linked to climate change, with experts noting the region's vulnerability to extreme weather. (Image credit: Niranjan Shrestha)
BBC World · 12:36
Video shows scale of flash flood hitting Nepal-Tibet border ↗This video has been edited by the BBC with white flashes, due to the distressing content.
Al Jazeera · 12:36
CCTV captures terrifying mudslide engulfing Nepal-China border ↗CCTV footage shows people fleeing seconds before a massive mudslide engulfs a crossing on the Nepal-China border.
France 24 · 12:37
Panama and El Salvador declare emergency over El Nino-fuelled drought ↗Panama and El Salvador have become the latest countries along with Honduras to declare an emergency over El Nino, which has already forced a reduction in shipping through the Panama Canal. All three countries broke their monthly temperature records in both June and July, exacerbating famine concerns.
Al Jazeera · 12:44
Deadly flash floods sweep through northern Nepal ↗Flash floods have swept through northern Nepal, killing at least eight people and washing away homes.
ABC Australia · 13:10
Ukraine awards Elon Musk Order of Freedom for Starlink support ↗Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has awarded Elon Musk the Order of Freedom, one of Ukraine's highest state honours.
Al Jazeera · 13:15
ICC chief urges Japan to counter US pressure on the court ↗Washington escalated its campaign against the ICC last week by sanctioning its president and a senior trial lawyer.
Al Jazeera · 13:22
A teacher’s slap, student’s death revive India’s corporal punishment debate ↗Teja's death raises question India has not fully answered: why more than a decade after ban is hitting children routine?
NPR News · 13:33
California says states, Meta agree to $17 billion settlement in child safety trial ↗The social media giant also agreed to make sweeping changes to Instagram and Facebook. (Image credit: GODOFREDO A. VASQUEZ)
Al Jazeera · 13:36
Callaway apologises after golf ad slammed for depicting domestic violence ↗The advert, which was released online last week before being pulled, prompted calls for a boycott of Callaway products.
ABC Australia · 13:40
Prince Harry and Meghan arrive back in UK ↗Prince Harry and his wife Meghan arrive back in the UK with their two children, six years after they moved their lives to California amid simmering tensions within the royal family.
Al Jazeera · 13:44
Locked inside: Grief and anger as Pakistan hospital fire kills 14 newborns ↗A nursery for critical infants — supposedly the safest place in Islamabad's PIMS hospital — turned into a deathtrap.
NPR News · 13:46
Dolly Parton didn't just write hits — she created an American songbook ↗Parton, who died at 80 on Tuesday, had charm, depth, beauty, wit and radiant goodness. She was also a songwriter whose work told the story not just of country music but of the country itself. (Image credit: Richard E. Aaron)
Al Jazeera · 13:49
Why northern Mozambique’s surging violence is worsening displacement crisis ↗Over 100,000 people displaced last year alone, adding to the 1.3 million people already forced to flee from their homes.
BBC World · 13:49
Guinea's president dismisses 173 soldiers, including coup ally, for desertion ↗It is thought to be part of efforts to consolidate the former coup leader's control.
Al Jazeera · 13:53
Children in Gaza fear flying their kites after Israeli threat ↗A 10-year-old boy who makes kites says he is afraid to fly them after Israel threatened to treat kites as acts of war.
The Guardian World · 13:58
Devon man becomes first person to swim Switzerland’s 10 largest lakes ↗Neil Gilson completes 230-mile challenge after a ‘tough’ 22-hour crossing of Lac Léman He staggered rather than sprang out of the lake but it wasn’t surprising. Neil Gilson , a former international athlete, could be forgiven for feeling a little wobbly, having become the first person to swim the 10 largest lakes…
Al Jazeera · 14:00
Bodies of missing people found in Korea becomes national scandal ↗A police officer has been arrested after the bodies of four missing people were found on Jeju Island in South Korea.
ABC Australia · 14:01
Meta to pay $23 billion to settle teen social media addiction cases ↗Meta has agreed to a wide-ranging deal settling all claims in US federal and state courts which alleged the company's platforms harmed children.
Al Jazeera · 14:16
Trump tells Al Jazeera ‘not in a hurry’ for Iran to return to talks ↗'I have no time schedule,' Trump says when asked when he expects Iran to return to the negotiating table.
Al Jazeera · 14:21
Meta agrees to settlement, platform changes in youth addiction case ↗Meta settles $16.68bn lawsuit over child addiction claims, agreeing to major changes in Facebook and Instagram features.
Al Jazeera · 14:30
Kremlin says CIA head met Russian intelligence officials, but not Putin ↗CIA's Ratcliffe has met with Russian intel officials in Moscow, but not President Putin; Kremlin calls talks 'positive'.
France 24 · 14:30
Nepal: Hundreds reported missing after deadly flash floods ↗Entire roads and villages have been engulfed in mud after flash floods struck a border crossing between Tibet and Nepal. Hundreds are reported missing, including over 300 tourists. Flood alerts have also been issued in the Indian states of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh.
France 24 · 14:31
Meta reaches $17 billion settlement with US states over social media harm to teens ↗Meta Platforms on Wednesday agreed to pay $17 billion to settle claims, filed by 47 US states, that the company designed Facebook and Instagram to deliberately make teens addicted to their products while deceiving the public, according to state attorneys general. The company agreed to add child-safety measures as pa…
The Guardian World · 14:36
Flight attendant’s breast cancer was occupational disease, court rules ↗Sophie Lainault, who worked for Air France, wins legal case linking illness to more than 12,600 hours on flights A flight attendant in France has succeeded in having her breast cancer recognised as an occupational disease, a first for the country’s aviation industry, her lawyer and a trade union said. The ruling…
The Guardian World · 14:40
Why are European leaders staying silent after our summer of climate shock? ↗Why are European leaders staying silent after our summer of climate shock? Lethal temperatures and wildfires have exposed a widening gulf between voters demanding action and politicians unwilling to confront the long-term choices global heating requires • Don’t get This Is Europe delivered to your inbox? Sign up…
Al Jazeera · 14:42
Israel extends campaign against UNRWA to advance West Bank annexation ↗Raid on UNRWA centre exposes Israel's strategic push to erase refugee rights, seal West Bank annexation, analysts say.
France 24 · 14:54
'In Ceuta, they are eating the cats': Fake images and a persistent rumour ↗Cats “massacred” in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta? Three weeks after thousands of migrants crossed the border into Ceuta, Spanish websites and social media users are claiming that the migrants who have stayed are killing cats. But all of the dead cat photos that have been shared so far are either fake or have been ta…
France 24 · 14:55
Gang attack in Haiti: Anger mounts over police failures ↗At least 47 people were killed and more than 50 others kidnapped after armed men attacked a once-peaceful community near Haiti’s capital earlier this week, the United Nations said Tuesday. It is believed to be one of the largest mass kidnappings in Haiti in recent years, and one gang leader is threatening to kill th…
France 24 · 14:56
Turkey says dissolution of Kurdish-led group crucial for Syrian stability ↗Turkey on Wednesday said the dissolution of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) marked a key step towards strengthening state authority and achieving lasting stability in Syria. Turkey has long regarded the SDF as an extension of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), which waged an insurgency again…
France 24 · 14:58
'Major casualties': Devastating floods wash away villages on Nepal-Tibet border ↗Massive flooding near the border with Tibet killed dozens in Nepal on Wednesday. Hundreds of people were still out of contact hours after the disaster hit. A torrent of mud and debris burst from the banks of a river between China and Nepal, burying buildings and triggering a frantic search for survivors. FRANCE 24's…
NPR News · 14:58
Will Trump's latest beef plan make your hamburger cheaper? Not much, experts say ↗The proposal comes weeks before the midterm elections, when food prices and the cost of living are expected to be major issues on voters' minds. (Image credit: Tony Gutierrez)
Al Jazeera · 14:59
Why a Christian group is suing the Dutch government for West Bank trade ban ↗The Israeli Product Centre says it has not been given enough time to sell off its stock.
France 24 · 14:59
Dolly Parton, queen of country music, dies at 80 ↗Dolly Parton was around six when she wrote her first song: "Little Tiny Tasseltop," an ode to her corncob doll with corn-silk hair. Her mother stored it preciously in a shoebox. Parton never stopped making music after that. The irrepressible country music singer, songwriter and actress whose charisma, heartfelt lyri…
The Guardian World · 15:00
‘Reluctant’ approval for Tasmanian datacentre sets marker for national battle ↗Concerns over planning process as George Town council gives go-ahead for 288MW AI factory despite opposition from locals Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The day before Anthony Albanese secured agreement with states and territories to develop national datacentre standards , a small c…
The Guardian World · 15:00
Ending private health rebate for Australians 65 and over is ‘good policy change’, report co-author finds ↗Research finds just 0.1-0.4% of the total insured population will ditch insurance, while the government will save as much as $940m a year Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Removing the higher private health insurance rebate for people aged 65 and over is good policy that is unlikely t…
France 24 · 15:00
From tariffs to French: Trump’s trade war with Canada takes a cultural turn ↗A trade war between Canada and the United States is escalating. Canada has announced retaliatory tariffs ranging from 15% to 50% on about $20 billion worth of American goods, after new 50% US tariffs on Canadian products took effect Saturday. But the tit-for-tat over goods has also taken on a cultural and linguistic…
France 24 · 15:01
Hundreds missing in Nepal catastrophic flash floods ↗Massive flash floods in Nepal on Wednesday killed at least 22 people and left hundreds of tourists, workers and others missing after sweeping through communities and bringing travel in parts of the Himalayan country to a halt. China's government across the northern border also launched search and rescue efforts, wit…
The Guardian World · 15:09
South African police arrest two Thai men for allegedly smuggling parrot eggs ↗Bird eggs intercepted in homemade incubators at Johannesburg airport as officials try to halt wildlife trafficking South African police have arrested two Thai nationals in separate incidents for allegedly attempting to smuggle endangered parrot eggs out of the country as authorities try to stem the tide of wildlif…
ABC Australia · 15:15
Surge in families renting puts more children at risk of housing insecurity ↗There has been a 20 per cent jump in Australian children growing up in rental households this century, with this group facing an average of six moves by aged 14, according to a new research paper.
France 24 · 15:17
Tornado wreaks havoc in village in southwestern France ↗A tornado swept through a village in the Aude region of southwestern France late on Monday, destroying homes and injuring dozens, authorities said, describing it as a rare and traumatic event. Around 300 of the 500 houses in the village of Pomas have been damaged, officials said, adding that 100 of the damaged ones…
ABC Australia · 15:38
Inquest opens into death of ex-Cambridge professor Jason Arday ↗The opening of the inquest comes a day before the UK release of his memoir, and weeks after the Cambridge University professor's sudden death after an intense media frenzy.
France 24 · 15:41
Russia: CIA director visits Moscow ↗CIA director John Ratcliffe held talks with Russian intelligence services in Moscow, the Kremlin confirmed Wednesday, the first know visit by a US spy chief to the Russian capital since 2021. It is not known what Ratcliffe discussed with his Russian counterparts, but the talks come as the war in Ukraine is escalatin…
BBC World · 15:42
Trump officials threaten Kennedy Center demolition if court blocks renovations ↗The justice department has also asked for Trump's name to be put back on the building after it was removed in June following a court order.
France 24 · 15:45
‘Shockwaves throughout the country’ following ‘gruesome’ killings in Haitian mountain retreat ↗Genie Godula is pleased to welcome journalist Harold Isaac on the ground in Haiti's capital, Port-au-Prince. He says what we are witnessing in Haiti is not simply another episode of gang violence, but a profound challenge to the authority of the state at a moment when the country is attempting to return to electoral…
France 24 · 15:51
Dolly Parton: Buckingham Palace guards play musical tribute ↗Britain’s royal family posted a video on social media Wednesday of the band of the Buckingham Palace guards playing Dolly Parton’s “9 to 5”, in tribute to the American country music legend who passed away Tuesday aged 80.
Al Jazeera · 15:52
LIVE: Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad – La Liga ↗Live coverage and text updates from our commentary stream as Mbappe and Bellingham lead the line for Mourinho's side.
France 24 · 15:59
Hundreds of foreign nationals missing in wake of Nepal-Tibet landslides ↗Flash floods and landslides that struck the Himalayan border region of Nepal and China's autonomous region of Tibet on Wednesday have killed at least 180 people and nearly 1,500 people, including several hundred tourists, were reported missing. The figures are likely to change in the wake of the disaster.
Al Jazeera · 16:11
Syria removed: Which countries are still on the US ‘terror’ list – and why? ↗The US decision leaves three nations - Cuba, Iran and North Korea - on its 'State Sponsors of Terrorism' blacklist.
Al Jazeera · 16:14
Rescuers search for hundreds missing in Nepal-Tibet flash floods ↗Nepal’s army and police force has joined rescuers searching for hundreds of people still missing after flash floods.
France 24 · 16:16
Syria: Why is the dissolution of the Kurdish forces significant? ↗The Syrian Kurdish Forces announced their dissolution on August 25, in what is considered a significant step for Syria. FRANCE 24's Andrew Hilliar tells us why.
Al Jazeera · 16:16
Video: Man kills eight relatives in Montana gun attack ↗A man killed eight relatives at a family home in the US state of Montana.
The Guardian World · 16:22
‘Escape wizard’ who has broken out of four prisons is arrested in Spain ↗Albanian criminal has cut bars, descended sheets and even used human pyramid in escapes in Italy and Belgium Police in Spain have arrested a dangerous Albanian criminal nicknamed the “escape wizard” who has managed to break out of four jails in Italy and Belgium by sawing through bars, clambering down knotted shee…
Al Jazeera · 16:25
Luxury watches worth $1.2 million stolen from a popular mall in Tokyo ↗It took just 10 seconds for thieves to steal $1.2 million worth of luxury watches from a Tokyo shop in broad daylight.
Al Jazeera · 16:27
Putin and al-Sharaa discuss Russia-Syria relations, deal on military bases ↗Syria has been in talks on the fate of Khmeimim and Tartous bases, which Russia used to support ousted Assad regime.
ABC Australia · 16:31
Tim Curry, star of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, dies aged 80 ↗Curry was renowned for his portrayals of Dr Frank N. Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show and Pennywise the Clown in the 1990s film adaption of the Stephen King thriller It.
France 24 · 16:39
Space: Sophie Adenot recounts her two spacewalks ↗🇫🇷 👩🚀 Sophie Adenot, the first French woman to conduct a spacewalk and the second female French astronaut to go to space, gave an exclusive interview to #FRANCE24 and #RFI from the International Space Station. In conversation with our journalists, she reflected on the feeling of leaping into the vast unknown o…
Al Jazeera · 16:53
Iran emphasises self-sufficiency in battle against US economic war ↗Iranian authorities believe they can withstand US sanctions, but warn of a tough year ahead.
Al Jazeera · 17:05
Why Hormuz remains high risk for ships despite US claims of mine-clearing ↗Analysts say mine clearance alone is unlikely to make shipping 'safe' in the Strait of Hormuz.
Al Jazeera · 17:07
At least 50 injured as fireworks explode into crowd at Spanish festival ↗At least 50 people were injured after several fireworks exploded among a crowd at a festival in northern Spain.
NPR News · 17:15
Judge clears the way for Postal Service work on Trump's mail-in voting order for now ↗A federal judge in Boston canceled a nationwide ruling that blocked U.S. Postal Service work on President Trump's order to limit mail-in voting for the midterm election. But a new block may come soon. (Image credit: Joe Raedle)
Al Jazeera · 17:27
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle return to UK after royal rift ↗The couple quit royal duties six years ago to head to California. It's unclear how they will be received on return.
Al Jazeera · 17:28
US inflation remains sticky in July ↗Inflation has worsened since the US and Israel attacked Iran, sending energy prices spiralling.
NPR News · 17:29
States try new tactics to bring down high hospital prices ↗Indiana is the latest state to experiment with limiting what hospitals can charge, to try to get a handle on high health costs. (Image credit: utah778)
NPR News · 17:36
Greetings from Karbala, Iraq, where millions gathered for a Shia pilgrimage ↗Pilgrims came to Iraq from all over the world in August. Many Iraqi and Iranian pilgrims walked hundreds of miles in extreme heat to mark the event. Outside the shrines, the atmosphere is almost festive.
France 24 · 17:50
Exclusive: French astronaut Sophie Adenot recounts her ‘miracle’ mission from orbiting ISS ↗In an exclusive interview with FRANCE 24 and RFI from the International Space Station, French astronaut Sophie Adenot hailed a "mission accomplished" after two spacewalks to replace a faulty antenna and called the operation "a miracle", given the mechanical setbacks. She also described the "blatant" signs of climate…
The Guardian World · 18:05
Girl, 13, among missing British citizens after flash flood in Nepal ↗More than 400 travellers are said to be missing after flood on Tibet border, including 33 Britons Flash floods on Nepal-Tibet border – latest updates Thirty-three British citizens including a 13-year-old girl are among more than 400 travellers missing after a flash flood on the Nepal-Tibet border, according to…
Al Jazeera · 18:07
Trump says Iran war will continue for as long as necessary ↗Trump says Iran war will continue for as long as necessary
NPR News · 18:08
Immigration arrests soar, hitting 50,000 in July ↗Since taking over in March, DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin has pivoted from the confrontational style of immigration enforcement of his predecessor, Kristi Noem. The latest data is reflective of a strategy that is working (Image credit: Michael M. Santiago)
Al Jazeera · 18:08
US imposes sanctions on Palestine Action and other left-wing groups ↗Palestine Action's Huda Ammori says Trump's penalties should be a 'wake-up call' for UK to lift ban on the group.
France 24 · 18:09
Tim Curry, star of 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' and 'It', dies at 80 ↗Tim Curry, the British character actor who created a gallery of flamboyant villains for stage and screen, most famously Dr. Frank-N-Furter in the 1975 cult classic "The Rocky Horror Picture Show", has died at the age of 80, his manager said on Wednesday.
Al Jazeera · 18:13
UEFA set to end FIFA boycott threat over Infantino’s $20bn investor plan ↗UEFA set to end threat of FIFA events boycott after assurances over Gianni Infantino's failed World Cup investor plan.
The Guardian World · 18:15
How to lose Trump’s trade war: test Canada’s resolve with threats to hockey sticks ↗The US president expected Ottawa to bow to tariff demands, but Canada is striking back – and it could cost Americans This was originally published in This Week in Trumpland. Sign up to receive it in your inbox every Wednesday Earlier this year, a survey found that Canada , along with Switzerland , was the best-…
Al Jazeera · 18:19
Kurdish-led SDF has dissolved, but has Syria really unified its military? ↗SDF's dissolution is a major victory for Damascus, but unresolved questions over command and deployment remain.
ABC Australia · 18:30
From Grug to Possum Magic, how well do you know Aussie kids' books? ↗Celebrate Children's Book Week with our kids' books quiz — and grab some costume ideas at the same time.
ABC Australia · 18:30
Before she was Shania Twain, Eileen sang for the family grocery money ↗Shania Twain sold more than 100 million albums. But the story she can't stop thinking about happened long before fame arrived.
ABC Australia · 18:30
'They have huge TVs': New generations are moving into communes ↗Hannah Pearl is raising her children in an intentional community where residents share land, values and support one another. But she doesn't want to "rough it" like she did when she was growing up.
ABC Australia · 18:43
ASIC warns of 'first significant cracks' in Australian private credit ↗The collapse of a large and hugely indebted NSW property developer leaves several private credit lenders and their investors heavily exposed, while other major funds have started restricting withdrawals.
ABC Australia · 18:45
Workin' 9 to 5: The legacy of Dolly Parton's big-screen debut ↗With a few fiery words and a mountain of blonde curls, Dolly Parton went from country music singer to a "natural-born movie star" in 9 to 5.
ABC Australia · 18:50
How could facial recognition technology differ from CCTV? ↗While security cameras are a regular feature in many supermarkets, new technology could change the face of how businesses monitor customers.
ABC Australia · 18:51
Para swimming champion matched by her dog in gold medal winning feats ↗Para swimmer Jenna Jones claimed breakthrough gold at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, and her dog is proving to be a surprise sporting companion.
ABC Australia · 18:54
How Rosie Fordham leads the way in a race 'everybody comes out for' ↗Rosie Fordham is already Australia's most successful cross-country ski racer in history, and she relished a reminder of the sport's growing popularity as she won the Kangaroo Hoppet. But she has her sights set on getting even better.
ABC Australia · 19:00
Behind the energy brawl everyone wants the data centre boom ↗As is so often the case in Australia, the politics came down to a fight over energy.
ABC Australia · 19:00
De Minaur to head home for Davis Cup tie against Poland ↗Alex de Minaur will return to Australia off the back of his US Open campaign to lead the Aussie charge in a Davis Cup clash in Brisbane.
ABC Australia · 19:06
Why young people didn't just like Dolly — they loved her ↗Why did millennials and gen Z embrace an artist whose first single arrived in 1959? The answer says a lot about Dolly Parton.
Al Jazeera · 19:09
Israeli forces install new gate, isolating Palestinian village ↗Israeli forces installed gates around the home of Palestinian American Lou Ridi in Qusra, in the occupied West Bank.
ABC Australia · 19:11
Proposed cuts to SRL not counted towards total cost ↗The Victorian Auditor-General's Office reveals proposed cuts to the Suburban Rail Loop never counted towards the $34.5 billion project's cost, denting Premier Ben Carroll's claim that he can slash the price tag.
BBC World · 19:19
Parrot eggs hatch after suspected Thai smuggler arrested at South African airport ↗A 50-year-old Thai suspect was arrested with the eggs in a "homemade incubator" carried as hand luggage.
Al Jazeera · 19:21
German airport workers die from malaria caught from plane-riding mosquito ↗Four infected employees being treated in hospital; mosquito traps deployed at Frankfurt hub.
Al Jazeera · 19:25
UNRWA chief condemns Israeli seizure of East Jerusalem facility ↗Christian Saunders tells Al Jazeera raid part of campaign to weaken agency and eliminate Palestinian rights.
Al Jazeera · 19:31
Israel-Hamas truce failure ‘point of no return,’ envoy warns ↗Hamas has pledged to hand over its weapons as part of the US plan for Gaza, which Israeli PM Netanyahu has rejected.
ABC Australia · 19:33
Beneath the Bondi royal commission's calm surface lies a deep tension ↗The antisemitism royal commission has been about as far from a Judge Judy-style reality show as you could possibly imagine. But these proceedings have been anything but a sleepy affair.
ABC Australia · 19:36
Woman says life saved by free lung cancer screening ↗Suzi Scott's mother died from lung cancer. Thanks to a free government scan, the 57-year-old caught her own cancer early.
ABC Australia · 19:37
Live: Hundreds missing, including Australians, in deadly Himalayan flash floods ↗Grave fears are held for hundreds of people missing after flash floods swept through mountainous parts of Nepal and Tibet. A Nepali tourism official says dozens of Australians are among those unaccounted for. Follow live.
Al Jazeera · 19:41
Video: Ukrainian drones target Wildberries e-commerce hub in Russia ↗Ukrainian drones have again targeted the Russian online shopping giant Wildberries.
ABC Australia · 20:00
'Bohemian' Melbourne schoolteacher Faye Berryman suspended ↗The Victorian teaching watchdog has suspended Fitzroy Community School co-founder Faye Berryman's teaching registration on an interim basis following concerns raised by parents and former students.
Al Jazeera · 20:05
8 migrants buried in Tunisia’s coastal town of Ben Guerdane ↗Residents of Tunisia’s coastal town of Ben Guerdane on Wednesday attended the funerals of eight young migrants.
ABC Australia · 20:06
Most people don't survive brain cancer. Researchers hope to change that ↗An Adelaide research project is investigating ways to treat brain cancer while having minimal impact on healthy tissue and the human immune system.
Al Jazeera · 20:13
Brazil’s Flavio Bolsonaro to institute debt ceiling if elected president ↗A debt ceiling would trigger automatic spending cuts, which conservatives could use to pare back social programmes.
Arts & Letters Daily · 20:14
Even as a young man, Franz Rosenzweig was suspicious: "You believe you are philosophizing, but you are only writing your own biography” ↗Even as a young man, Franz Rosenzweig was suspicious: "You believe you are philosophizing, but you are only writing your own biography”
Arts & Letters Daily · 20:14
Before Godot, Beckett wrote a study of Proust and the redemptive force of art. He spent the next few decades abandoning that faith ↗Before Godot, Beckett wrote a study of Proust and the redemptive force of art. He spent the next few decades abandoning that faith
Arts & Letters Daily · 20:14
The Amazonian river dolphin is 10 million years old and has pink skin. To the indigenous people, they are thoroughly wicked creatures ↗The Amazonian river dolphin is 10 million years old and has pink skin. To the indigenous people, they are thoroughly wicked creatures
ABC Australia · 20:19
Tasmania Police cancels $6m KPMG contract but unable to say why ↗Tasmania Police officers have been using a 'clunky' intelligence system for years. KPMG was engaged to update it, but after two years and $6 million, its contract has been terminated and neither party can say why.
France 24 · 20:29
Navigation, jurisdiction, costs: Iran, Oman attempt to hammer out Hormuz deal ↗Iran and Oman are holding talks to try to reach an interim agreement for a controlled resumption of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. The two countries have discussed a framework for a “temporary corridor” for shipping, according to a joint statement by the Iranian and Omani foreign ministries. But the plan faces…
ABC Australia · 20:35
Reduced fertiliser use linked to cleaner water flowing to Great Barrier Reef ↗Separate studies claim to show a connection between improved water quality in catchments along Queensland's Great Barrier Reef and farmers changing the way they fertilise their crops.
Al Jazeera · 20:37
What’s behind the SDF’s deal with Damascus? ↗The Syrian Democratic Forces announces its dissolution after merging with Syria's army.
Al Jazeera · 20:45
Nigeria launches hunt for hundreds of kidnapped mosque worshippers ↗With elections set for January, President Tinubu seeks to clamp down on kidnapping trend in northern Nigeria.
France 24 · 20:48
South-Africa kingpin and the corruption commission ↗In tonight's programme, a three-day testimony of an alleged underworld kingpin exposed how deep the link between alleged criminals and high profile police officers is in South Africa. Also, in Tunisia grieving families lay their lost youth, all victims of a boat that went down in the Mediterranean Sea over the weeke…
ABC Australia · 20:52
Terminally ill Territorians could soon have the right to dying legally ↗Voluntary assisted dying laws are expected to pass the Northern Territory Parliament today, in a move that will legalise the practice across Australia.
The Guardian World · 20:53
Australia news live: dozens of Australians believed to be among hundreds of foreign tourists missing in Nepal flash floods ↗Powerful floods in Himalayan border area sweep away houses, roads and bridges. Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Australia’s foreign minister, Penny Wong, says the government is urgently trying to confirm the welfare of Australians in Nepal, after reports doze…
ABC Australia · 20:58
Police investigating 16yo Sydney girl's death as possible sexual choking act ↗Police are continuing to investigate the death of a 16-year-old Sydney girl, which the ABC understands is being treated as a suspected sexual choking act.
Al Jazeera · 20:59
US says Chinese-linked hackers attacked NASA, Senate, and gov’t agencies ↗US authorities seized two domains allegedly used to target sensitive government networks since 2018.
ABC Australia · 21:02
Live: Queensland premier hails data centre carve-out for coal, gas use ↗David Crisafulli welcomes an agreement to exempt his state from having to use renewable energy to power new data centres. Follow live.
ABC Australia · 21:05
Thredbo 'exposed to a warming climate' as value cut by $149m ↗One of Australia's largest ski resorts has had its value halved, with its owner blaming a poor 2026 snow season and the need to install new chairlifts and more snowmaking.
Al Jazeera · 21:07
Palestinians demand return of 1,700 bodies held by Israel ↗Palestinians held vigils across the occupied West Bank demanding the return of Palestinian bodies held by Israel.
Al Jazeera · 21:09
UNRWA chief: Israel seeks to eliminate agency and Palestinian refugee issue ↗UNRWA chief says the seizure of its training centre is part of Israel’s efforts to eliminate agency and refugee issue
ABC Australia · 21:10
Locals asleep at school, 'walking around like zombies' due to new 24/7 airport ↗Locals living near the new Western Sydney airport say they are only managing a few hours' sleep a night since operations began.
NPR News · 21:11
Drugstores say Medicare's $50 obesity drug program is catching on ↗The Bridge program, which began July 1, makes some Medicare beneficiaries eligible for obesity drugs for $50 a month. CVS and Walgreens say they've each already filled 100,000 such prescriptions. (Image credit: Scott Olson)
Al Jazeera · 21:15
Video: Survivors recount moment flash floods hit Nepal ↗Survivors of the flash flooding in Nepal have been describing the moment their homes swept away in the landslide.
The Guardian World · 21:16
Dozens of Australians believed to be among hundreds of foreign tourists missing in Nepal flash floods ↗Powerful floods in Himalayan border area sweep away houses, roads and bridges Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Dozens of Australian tourists are reportedly missing in the deadly flash floods that swept through the Nepal-Tibet…
ABC Australia · 21:19
Iodine tablets, evacuations planned for 'unlikely' AUKUS Perth nuclear leak ↗People could be given iodine tablets or potentially evacuated in the "extremely low" likelihood of a radiation leak from the reactor core of an AUKUS nuclear submarine, a new plan reveals.
Al Jazeera · 21:21
Meta agrees to $17B settlement in landmark child-safety case ↗Meta has agreed to pay up to $17.1 billion in a landmark settlement with US states
ABC Australia · 21:29
Live: ASX to slip after mixed results on Wall Street ↗The Australian share market is set to open slightly lower in morning trading. Tech company Nvidia reports record revenue. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.
ABC Australia · 21:31
Border town lawyer labels Victoria's bird flu handling a 'scandal' ↗What determines if suspected bird flu victims are collected or left on the shore? Near the Victorian-SA border, it comes down to roughly three kilometres.
ABC Australia · 21:32
Teachers call to be classed like police as classroom violence surges ↗Teachers are demanding change as the number of reported classroom incidents of violence and aggression surges from 776 to 20,833 in four years.
BBC World · 22:02
US drug agency approves breakthrough treatment for pancreatic cancer ↗Experts have hailed the drug, daraxonrasib, as a game changer for one of the world's deadliest cancers.
Al Jazeera · 22:04
Mbappe hat-trick fires Real Madrid to 4-1 win against Sociedad ↗Kylian Mbappe hat-trick powers Real Madrid past Real Sociedad in La Liga on Jose Mourinho's Bernabeu return.
ABC Australia · 22:06
Residents furious at illegal dumping in native bushland near school ↗Rubbish containing dangerous waste found illegally dumped in bushland upsets Albany residents, with the mayor saying it is the worst he has seen.
ABC Australia · 22:29
Starc hits top of ICC's Test bowling rankings for first time ↗Mitchell Starc's run of hot form is rewarded handsomely after a dominant Test series against Bangladesh.
ABC Australia · 22:30
Infantino set to receive World Cup win but loses Italy's support ↗The pressure on the embattled FIFA president remains immense but he receives a major boost from one of his most vocal opponents.
ABC Australia · 22:30
Electrician school closure leaves more than 80 apprentices in limbo ↗Small businesses in Central Queensland say they are fed up, as their apprentices are left with almost nowhere to train.
France 24 · 22:33
Glacier collapse may have caused Nepal-Tibet landslides, experts say ↗Experts believe a glacier collapse might have caused the catastrophic floods at the border between Nepal and Tibet that killed at least 270 people and left more than 1,000 missing. While initial reports suggested the possibility that an earthquake had triggered the collapse, the US Geological Survey clarified that t…
Al Jazeera · 22:38
Tribe accuses US federal agents of ‘trespassing’ on indigenous border land ↗The Tohono O'odham people have sued the US government to stop construction of a border wall through their reservation.
Al Jazeera · 22:49
US judge declines Minnesota’s effort to force Texas to extradite ICE agent ↗ICE agent Christian Castro faces criminal charges for shooting a Minnesota man in the leg during an immigration raid.
Al Jazeera · 22:56
Barcelona vs Athletic Club: La Liga – prediction, teams, lineups ↗Lamine Yamal and Raphinha will seek to add to Barcelona's five-star La Liga opener when Athletic arrive from Bilbao.
BBC World · 23:03
The question dominating Indian politics: Is it worse when women swear? ↗Rahul Gandhi's comments renew the debate over gender disparity in reactions to insults hurled at PM Narendra Modi.
BBC World · 23:08
Iceland holds knife-edge referendum on EU - and it could be decided on fish ↗On Saturday, Iceland will vote on EU membership talks, amid economic and geopolitical tensions.
France 24 · 23:09
FDA approves new drug Rasonque to treat advanced pancreatic cancer ↗The US FDA on Wednesday approved Revolution Medicines' Rasonque for advanced pancreatic cancer, opening a new treatment option for patients with metastatic disease. A large trial found the once-daily pill doubled survival rates, offering fresh hope for people who have exhausted other treatments.
ABC Australia · 23:09
AIS pays more than $3m in restoration to abused athletes ↗The Australian Institute of Sport pays out more than 225 athletes who were victims of abuse while holding scholarships between 1981 and 2013.
BBC World · 23:11
'If you started running, they shot you' - inside Nigeria's growing kidnapping crisis ↗Many communities are living in fear of being kidnapped for ransom as the crisis spreads further south.
ABC Australia · 23:12
Homicide investigation launched after woman dies in Perth's south-east ↗A 38-year-old man is taken into custody after the death of a 28-year-old woman found critically injured at a house in the suburb of St James.
Al Jazeera · 23:23
Spain’s tomato food fight leaves thousands covered in pulp ↗Thousands of people pelt each other with tomatoes as Spain’s famous ‘La Tomatina’ festival gets underway.
ABC Australia · 23:29
One dead, two injured after three cyclists hit in Canberra's north ↗One person dies in a crash involving three cyclists on Gungahlin Drive, closing the road in both directions.
Al Jazeera · 23:46
World Health Organization says Ebola outbreak in Uganda is over ↗International body declares Uganda Ebola-free after 42 days without new transmission, though cases rise in DR Congo.
France 24 · 23:46
Wildfires kill 12 in Algeria as severe heatwave sweeps North Africa ↗Twelve people died and dozens were injured as wildfires tore through northern Algeria on Wednesday, with authorities battling more than 150 blazes amid a scorching heatwave sweeping across North Africa. Six of the 54 injured were in critical condition and receiving intensive care.
ABC Australia · 23:51
Show families weigh up whether circuits are viable amid cost squeeze ↗Balloons, show bags and carnival rides make up the show circuit and the fight is on to keep the tradition alive.