Thursday, 17 September 2026
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Al Jazeera · 00:00
Iran war live: Trump says US nearing end of war, claims Tehran direct talks ↗President Trump says the US is nearing the end of the conflict with Iran and claims direct talks with Tehran.
Nature News · 00:00
OpenAI maths bombshell sparks debate about who gets credit in age of AI ↗Nature, Published online: 17 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02910-w Controversy around OpenAI’s claim to have solved the Navier–Stokes problem highlights how researchers could be inadvertently sharing — and absorbing— ideas through chatbots.
Nature News · 00:00
Mercury is shrinking with age — faster than thought ↗Nature, Published online: 17 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02898-3 Impacts by space objects have obscured some of the evidence of the planet’s contraction over the past 4.5 billion years.
Nature News · 00:00
Daily briefing: Fresh evidence for hidden chambers at Tutankhamun’s tomb ↗Nature, Published online: 17 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02955-x Scans support the idea that as-yet-unexplored chambers might hold the remains of the Egyptian queen Nefertiti. Plus, mathematical controversy and beautiful ctenophores.
Nature News · 00:00
Exclusive: New evidence for hidden chambers beyond Tutankhamun’s tomb ↗Nature, Published online: 17 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02621-2 Geophysical survey yields ‘tantalizing’ data that could point to Nefertiti’s burial place – but it’s too early to draw definitive conclusions.
Nature News · 00:00
Take a risk or play it safe? Neuronal tug-of-war helps the brain decide ↗Nature, Published online: 17 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02911-9 Using a video game involving bombs and treasure chests, researchers show how neural activity flickers between two regions of the frontal cortex when the brain weighs up a tricky decision.
Nature News · 00:00
Author Correction: Genomic deletion of malic enzyme 2 confers collateral lethality in pancreatic cancer ↗Nature, Published online: 17 September 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-11134-x Author Correction: Genomic deletion of malic enzyme 2 confers collateral lethality in pancreatic cancer
Nature News · 00:00
How fast are you ageing? Ask AI ↗Nature, Published online: 17 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02913-7 A new system will help scientists to refine large language models for longevity research and clarify ‘biological’ age.
Nature News · 00:00
How a team of AIs discovered a promising lung-cancer drug ↗Nature, Published online: 17 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02954-y Researchers developed a ‘virtual biotech’ made up of as many as 37,000 agents reporting to an 'chief scientist'.
Nature News · 00:00
Schoolhouse meals serve up an income bump ↗Nature, Published online: 17 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02896-5 Modelling shows a link between feeding programmes and higher potential earning in five African nations.
Al Jazeera · 00:01
Three dead after flooding inundates Navajo Nation in New Mexico ↗Indigenous authorities issue condolences after two adults and a child swept away by floodwaters in southwestern state.
Al Jazeera · 00:08
NHL superstar Ovechkin ‘was asked’ to film Putin ad, team says ↗Russian sports icon joins prominent domestic figures promoting the ruling United Russia party ahead of elections.
ABC Australia · 00:09
Breaking: Olympic authorities sign off on controversial rowing and canoeing venue ↗The Fitzroy River in Rockhampton will host the events despite concerns over its current, length and crocodile inhabitants.
ABC Australia · 00:12
Book highlights traumatic history of UK child migrants to WA ↗A new book by a Wheatbelt author shines a spotlight on the abuse endured by WA's child migrants at the hands of the Christian Brothers and others.
ABC Australia · 00:25
Government bows to pressure to scrap allied health cap for veterans ↗The proposal would have imposed an "annual monetary limit" on services such as physiotherapy and dentistry, with veterans able to access more funding if they "demonstrated clinical need".
Al Jazeera · 00:30
Trump says Canada becoming EU ‘associate member’ could be ‘hostile act’ ↗The US president threatened heavy tariffs and said the US could cut some trade with Europe over the proposed status.
Al Jazeera · 00:32
US CENTCOM tells Al Jazeera Hormuz blockade ‘highly effective’ ↗The spokesman for US Central Command has told Al Jazeera its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is ‘highly effective’.
The Guardian World · 00:52
Labor backs down on veterans’ health services cap after furious backlash from Jacqui Lambie and ex-ADF members ↗Independent senator had denounced as ‘cruel’ the plan to impose a $5,000 cap on allied health services for veterans Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Labor has backed down on plans to impose a $5,000 cap on health services for…
Al Jazeera · 00:55
Congress passes sweeping US sanctions bill targeting Russia ↗The bill marks the first time in more than two years the US Congress has passed legislation supporting Ukraine
France 24 · 01:07
Israel and Morocco agree to open embassies after New York talks ↗Israel and Morocco agreed on Wednesday to open embassies in each other’s countries following talks between their foreign ministers and the US ambassador to the United Nations in New York. The two countries established diplomatic ties in 2020 under the US-brokered Abraham Accords, which normalised Israel’s relations…
The Guardian World · 01:13
Trump calls EU offer to Canada of associate membership ‘laughable’, while threatening tariffs ↗The US president call the move a ‘hostile act’, as Canada seeks to move closer to the EU and diversify its defence ties Donald Trump has threatened the European Union with “serious tariffs” and a cut to trade after the bloc proposed to make Canada its first ever associate member, calling the idea “laughable”. Su…
Al Jazeera · 01:14
UK and Canada discuss AI risks and defence ties in first bilateral meeting ↗UK and Canada explore AI risks, defence cooperation and joint initiatives during a bilateral meeting in Liverpool.
ABC Australia · 01:17
Newly minted Bluey Dollarbuck features beloved backyard cricketer ↗There will be 200,000 new Bluey coins but they will not be spotted circulating as cash.
ABC Australia · 01:27
Charlie Kirk's family says officials failed to protect him before attack ↗The family of slain podcaster Charlie Kirk has blamed officials at the university campus where he was killed for his death.
ABC Australia · 01:32
Iraqi-Australians behind 'promising' type 1 diabetes treatment research ↗A Far North Queensland couple who started their research journey in Cairns are part of a team behind "promising" early research on a new type 1 diabetes treatment.
The Guardian World · 01:43
Fiji declares national HIV emergency as Pacific nation grapples with surge in cases ↗Government estimates that one in 60 adults in Fiji now living with HIV, as escalating use of methamphetamine fuels ‘epidemic’ Fiji has declared a national HIV emergency amid a spike in infections as the Pacific nation grapples with a correlating rise in methamphetamine use. The country’s health and medical servi…
ABC Australia · 01:50
Trials to kill gazanias and help farmers reclaim paddocks ↗Farmers are investing in expensive approaches from deep ripping to video-sensor spraying to kill gazanias, a colourful invasive weed.
Al Jazeera · 01:53
Reports: US, Houthis make secret deal over Yemen war ↗Yemen’s Houthis have agreed to allow US shipping unfettered Red Sea access if Washington refrains from military action.
ABC Australia · 02:00
18yo woman stomped on and stabbed in 'brutal' assault in Melbourne's west ↗Police say an 18-year-old woman was kicked in the head, stomped on and stabbed at least six times in an incident involving two groups at Deer Park.
ABC Australia · 02:06
These women were married for decades before learning their husbands were gay ↗Women share the moment they found out their husbands were living a secret life as gay men.
France 24 · 02:08
Live: Explosions shake Kyiv as US Congress advances new sanctions on Moscow ↗The US House on Wednesday passed a broad package of sanctions targeting Russian officials and key pillars of its economy as lawmakers look to deprive President Vladimir Putin of the financial resources needed to wage the war against Ukraine. Loud explosions were heard across Kyiv overnight on Wednesday into Thursday…
ABC Australia · 02:11
Canberra is the greatest mystery of the NRLW finals ↗Following a bizarre season, Canberra shapes up as the NRLW's greatest mystery, and perhaps its biggest surprise package ahead of the club's first-ever semifinal.
Al Jazeera · 02:32
Floods return to Valencia with 2024 tragedy still fresh in mind ↗Flooding hits Valencia, Spain, with torrential rain triggering rescues and major travel disruptions.
ABC Australia · 02:35
Planning minister halts Sydney Town Hall Square project ↗The NSW planning minister orders work on the Sydney Town Hall Square project to be halted while it is reviewed by the Independent Planning Commission, angering the City of Sydney's deputy lord mayor.
ABC Australia · 02:35
Planning minister halts Sydney Town Hall Square project ↗The NSW planning minister orders work on the Sydney Town Hall Square project to be halted while it is reviewed by the Independent Planning Commission, angering the City of Sydney's deputy lord mayor.
Al Jazeera · 02:47
Morocco’s 2026 election: A test of political trust and engagement ↗Youth unemployment, living costs and public services are key issues before the September 23 vote.
ABC Australia · 02:54
Four arrested over violent brawl that put man in critical condition ↗Four people from the community of Wadeye have been arrested in Darwin after a violent brawl allegedly left a man in a critical condition with skull fractures and serious injuries to his face and legs.
France 24 · 03:03
US again denies Palestinian leader visa for UN General Assembly ↗The United States has denied Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas a visa to attend next week's UN General Assembly in New York, a source familiar with the matter said on Wednesday. The State Department separately said it would deny visas to Palestinian officials, citing failures to reform and actions it said undermin…
ABC Australia · 03:10
Ed Sheeran, Robert Kraft donate millions for Gaza aid after Macklemore's urging ↗Macklemore had challenged Robert Kraft to match his donation to Palestinian charities after the billionaire stadium owner dropped him from Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour.
ABC Australia · 03:17
Athlete tells court he can't get alleged Alan Jones kiss 'out of my memory' ↗A high-profile athlete who claims he was kissed twice by Alan Jones without consent has returned to the ex-radio star's indecent assault and sexual touching trial.
Al Jazeera · 03:21
Verstappen beats 100 go-karters in fun Silverstone race ↗Four-time Formula One champion Max Verstappen has beaten 100 go-karters in a competition at Silverstone, UK.
ABC Australia · 03:24
ABC says ACMA finding will have 'chilling effect' on journalism ↗The ABC has rejected a finding by the media watchdog that a Four Corners program on the Australian War Memorial's redevelopment breached impartiality obligations.
Al Jazeera · 03:26
Yemeni forces target Houthis and a Saudi base as US rules out direct role ↗Saudi Arabia requests missile defence support from allies as the US sees its own stock of interceptors dwindle.
Al Jazeera · 03:44
US extends visa ban on Palestinian officials before UN General Assembly ↗Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is among those barred for the second year in a row.
The Guardian World · 03:50
Prominent athlete tells Alan Jones trial he sent shirtless photo before unwanted kiss he wished ‘never happened’ ↗Former 2GB and 2UE broadcaster has pleaded not guilty to 22 indecent assault and sexual touching charges Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast An alleged victim of Alan Jones has told a Sydney court that an unwanted kiss from the f…
ABC Australia · 03:54
US Air Force officer faces jail for Trump administration protest ↗Major Jason Watson staged a lone protest in uniform on the steps of the Capitol. He could go to jail, lose his pension and his job.
The Guardian World · 04:00
Turkey detains dozens in crackdown on LGBTQ+ activists and journalists ↗Protesters teargassed as minister claims widespread raids and arrests under obscenity laws were to ‘protect families’ Turkish authorities have used accusations of obscenity to justify a wave of raids and arrests targeting the LGBTQ+ community, which has grown to include journalists as well as more than 150 arrest…
The Guardian World · 04:00
‘Like a Disney movie’: Three wild dog brothers make Africa’s longest journey ↗As three siblings came of age and had to leave their pack, scientists tracked the dogs’ perilous 2,500-mile odyssey to find their own territory It sounds like a Disney movie: three wild dogs, all brothers, on an epic journey to find a home of their own after their family tells them to leave. They dodge cars and hu…
ABC Australia · 04:02
'Cinema' expected as rival wingers go to battle one last time ↗Robert Toia will have a front-row seat to the last instalment of the tit-for-tat battle between teammate Mark Nawaqanitawase and Ronaldo Mulitalo, and the Sydney Roosters centre is bracing himself for more box-office entertainment.
France 24 · 04:04
NASA finds a 'once in a century' lunar crater, bigger than the Roman Colosseum ↗Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum and is the result of a powerful impact two years ago that initially went undetected.
ABC Australia · 04:16
Driver accused of murder over bus collision before fatal LA chopper crash ↗Bailee Lynn Rios is accused of driving her SUV the wrong way down a busy Los Angeles avenue, running a red light, hitting a vehicle and a public bus, killing at least two people.
ABC Australia · 04:20
Callers told no ambulances available almost 17,000 times in Tasmania ↗Tasmanians who had rung Triple Zero were told there were no available ambulances nearly 17,000 times in 2025-26, new figures have revealed — around 46 times per day.
ABC Australia · 04:29
Controversial youth justice camps to be rolled out in Queensland this year ↗Offenders will be based at the regional facilities for up to six months and will be required to wear an electronic monitoring ankle tag.
ABC Australia · 04:29
Coroner finds no need for inquest into shark attack that killed teen ↗Charlize Zmuda, 17, was swimming at Woorim Beach at Bribie Island in February last year when she was attacked.
ABC Australia · 04:30
Can the Resrve Bank swim against the global rising tide of interest rates? ↗There are arguments for and against an interest rate rise in September but there are some very real ways Australia's economy is different to the United States.
ABC Australia · 04:32
Faster medical examinations for sexual assault survivors under SA reform ↗Skilled midwives can now conduct forensic examinations in sexual assault cases to reduce lengthy waits for victim-survivors after SA Health figures showed there were only 12 trained staff in the state.
Al Jazeera · 04:35
US bars Palestinian president from attending UNGA for second year ↗The United States has declined to grant visas to Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas.
Al Jazeera · 04:42
Can AI regulation keep America ahead of China? ↗As Washington debates how to regulate AI, industry experts say that governance doesn’t have to mean hitting the brakes.
Al Jazeera · 04:43
Trump threatens to end trade with Mexico and Europe after rate hike ↗US President Donald Trump had tried to pressure the Fed to lower rates, but it voted unanimously to raise them instead.
Al Jazeera · 04:52
Argentinian judge orders suspension of Falklands oil project ↗The symbolic move comes as Argentina escalates its claim over the British-administered territory.
ABC Australia · 04:54
Australia's population grows by more than 390,000 people in 12 months ↗New data shows Australia's population has grown by 1.4 per cent over the past year.
ABC Australia · 04:57
WA police officer pleads guilty to assaulting his five-week-old baby ↗Nickolas Wayne Peake, 30, pleads guilty in a Perth court after detectives charged him with aggravated common assault.
ABC Australia · 04:59
Concern over federal Labor's quiet extension of mandatory income management ↗The federal Labor government has extended its compulsory income management scheme which affects 30,000 Territorians, despite many experts claiming the practice is discriminatory.
BBC World · 05:00
Assad regime planned US journalist's kidnap for weeks, BBC finds ↗Austin Tice’s abduction was approved by Syria’s former leader Bashar al-Assad, a source claims.
BBC World · 05:00
Rosenberg: Russia's elections will have few surprises, but for the Kremlin they matter ↗There is no doubt over the outcome of this vote, but for the Kremlin they are still an important moment.
BBC World · 05:05
International students, 'visa hoppers' and backpackers targeted in Australia migration crackdown ↗The government wants to reduce net overseas migration to 225,000 people by 2028.
ABC Australia · 05:08
Smart glasses in sights of Fringe venue, Adelaide City Council ↗As local governments in parts of Australia introduce bans on smart glasses, an Adelaide city councillor and a prominent Fringe venue are floating the idea of significantly restricting use of the devices in public spaces.
ABC Australia · 05:22
Disgraced MP who fraudulently claimed public money avoids jail ↗Former South Australian MP Fraser Ellis has avoided jail for deliberately rorting a parliamentary allowance, but maintains his actions showed a "casualness" or "recklessness" and "certainly not criminality".
BBC World · 05:33
India faces 100% tariff threat over Russian oil after US House vote ↗Trump’s tariff threat puts India’s Russian oil strategy- and its access to the US market - in a new bind.
ABC Australia · 05:49
Labor unveils migration cuts targeting students, backpackers and overstayers ↗Labor will restrict international student families, cap longer backpacker stays and target visa overstayers as it seeks greater control over migration.
ABC Australia · 05:51
Remote waterhole live stream a window into secrets of NT desert ↗A camera streaming around the clock from a remote Central Australian waterhole is capturing dingoes, wallabies, birds and other wildlife while helping researchers understand how the changing climate is reshaping the desert.
ABC Australia · 05:53
Woman, 28, found dead hours after alleged domestic violence assault ↗A young woman has been found dead at a property in suburban Darwin, with her partner in custody over an alleged assault hours earlier.
Al Jazeera · 05:55
What are the biggest AI companies and how much are they worth? ↗As AI firms push for greater controls on the industry, Al Jazeera unpacks the value of the main companies in the sector.
ABC Australia · 05:57
Teen's murder case delayed after NT's forensic pathologist takes leave ↗A 17-year-old boy charged with murdering a man in Tennant Creek in June will have to wait another three months for a crucial piece of evidence after a key witness went on leave, a court has heard.
ABC Australia · 06:03
Coal-fired power needed to bolster $32bn Qld data centre, Nationals MP says ↗Nationals MP David Littleproud is backing more coal-fired power stations and nuclear energy to underpin the enormous energy requirements of a $32bn data centre.
ABC Australia · 06:07
Reza Pahlavi accepts Coalition invitation to visit Australia ↗The exiled son of Iran's last shah says he wants to be a "bridge" to democracy in Iran, not a candidate to lead the country.
France 24 · 06:14
Middle East live: Paris talks aim to bolster Lebanese army as end of UN mission looms ↗European and Arab military chiefs meet in Paris on Thursday to discuss steps to bolster Lebanon's struggling armed forces as the mandate of a United Nations peacekeeping mission expires at the end of the year, amid fears of a renewed Israeli military campaign in southern Lebanon. Follow our live coverage for updates…
Al Jazeera · 06:15
OpenAI reports more incidents of models acting deceptively ↗The ChatGPT creator says it is introducing a public reporting framework to share unexpected AI behaviour.
ABC Australia · 06:16
Man accused of attacking two boys had 40 police 'interactions', court hears ↗Prosecutors said those interactions included a string of incidents in which the man was accused of assaulting young children and threatening staff at a primary school.
Al Jazeera · 06:30
Israel weaponises AI for West Bank demolitions ↗AI tools push forced evictions of Palestinians, automating demolitions in occupied territories under Israeli control.
ABC Australia · 06:32
International education sector alarmed by Labor move to bar families ↗Higher education stakeholders say sweeping migration changes will jeopardise an export industry worth $55 billion, with international students likely to choose other destinations.
The Guardian World · 06:41
Australia Post worker stole dozens of bank cards to fund ‘debilitating’ gambling addiction ↗Court hears Mauro Paul Coluzzi and two associates defrauded customers and banks of more than $130,000 Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast An Australia Post worker’s crippling gambling addiction spiralled into purchases of gold je…
NPR News · 06:44
OpenAI flags new concerning AI behavior, to track model misalignment regularly ↗OpenAI has disclosed six reports on unexpected or concerning behavior in artificial-intelligence models. This includes models acting without authorization or evading oversight. (Image credit: Michael Dwyer)
ABC Australia · 06:46
Nearly 1,700 sea dragons reported dead during SA's algal bloom ↗Dragon Search SA has studied reports of dead sea dragons made during the state's harmful algal bloom amid hopes of boosting numbers as breeding season nears.
BBC World · 06:46
Abducted South African journalist found dead with gunshot wounds ↗The body of veteran broadcaster Owen Ndlovu was found hours after armed men kidnapped him near Johannesburg.
France 24 · 06:58
Trump threatens EU with tariffs over 'laughable' Canada association plan ↗US President Donald Trump has threatened steep tariffs on the European Union if it goes ahead with a proposal to make Canada its first "associate member", a move he described as a possible "hostile act". Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney, who is due to address the European Parliament on Thursday, has been pursuing…
ABC Australia · 07:04
Police arrest three men in Wadeye over stolen Darwin RAAF base vehicle ↗Northern Territory Police have found a Ford Ranger hundreds of kilometres away after it was stolen from a Royal Australian Airforce base in Darwin earlier this week and arrested three men.
ABC Australia · 07:07
With eight words, Tony Burke may have handed his opponents a campaign ad ↗It's possible that with eight words about migration, Tony Burke has handed his political opponents a campaign ad — and another reason not to reach a legislative compromise.
ABC Australia · 07:21
Record jail sentence for Israeli money launderer after Sydney trial ↗Shabtay Yaacoby, 56, was sentenced today for laundering more than $50 million in scam funds.
France 24 · 07:25
'Space being weaponised': A purely civilian system can be 'repurposed' for military capabilities ↗Erin Ogunkeye is pleased to welcome Mélusine Lebret, Researcher in the Defence, Security & Justice research group at RAND Europe. According to Lebret, the growing militarisation of space cannot be understood simply by asking whether a satellite is civilian, military, or a “weaponised.” And Lebreton argues that milit…
ABC Australia · 07:26
ACT schools grappling with class 'splitting', as union flags more industrial action ↗A nationwide teacher shortage affecting the ACT is causing huge teacher workloads and disrupting learning, as the union calls on the government to step up its pay and conditions offer.
Al Jazeera · 07:32
India warns new US tariffs over Russian oil could impact ties ↗New Delhi says it has 'made clear' its determination to 'protect its trade and economic interests'.
ABC Australia · 07:33
Court battle looms for Socceroos star after drug test ↗Cristian Volpato is set for a court battle as the Socceroos star's lawyer confirms he will challenge charges that he was driving with cocaine in his system.
ABC Australia · 07:44
North Korea accused of using overseas workers to finance nuclear weapons ↗Tens of thousands of North Korean labourers working in Russia and China reportedly raised as much as $US800 million last year for Kim Jong Un's nuclear weapons program, helping Pyongyang evade UN sanctions.
ABC Australia · 07:52
Politician apologises for yelling, swearing in staff meeting ↗The commissioner investigating Fiona Carrick's conduct said she had made "well-meaning" but unsuccessful attempts to bring tension down in her office.
France 24 · 07:52
Live: Carney to speak after Trump threatens more EU tariffs over Canada's associate member bid ↗Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will address the European Parliament on Thursday, a day after US President Donald Trump called Canada's bid to become an associate EU member a "hostile act." Trump threatened to "stop trading" with Europe and impose "very serious tariffs" if the bid succeeds. Follow our liveblog f…
France 24 · 07:55
Middle East : Trump plans $2.8bn arms package for Israel amid Gaza war ↗The Trump administration is reportedly preparing a $2.8 billion arms package for Israel, including 40,000 bombs, as Israel continues strikes in Gaza despite last October's ceasefire. The proposed deal would further strengthen Israel's military capabilities and revive deliveries of 2,000-pound bombs that had previous…
ABC Australia · 07:57
Woman who stabbed sons to death found not criminally responsible ↗The woman, who was wiping her eyes in court on Wednesday, will instead be detained at a facility determined by mental health experts.
France 24 · 07:59
Lebanon: Macron, Aoun and King Abdullah II hold security talks in Paris ↗Emmanuel Macron is hosting Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Jordan's King Abdullah II in Paris for talks on Lebanon's security and international support for the Lebanese army. The meeting comes as concerns grow over Israel's continued strikes in southern Lebanon and the possible end of the UNIFIL peacekeeping miss…
ABC Australia · 08:00
Netballer learns selection fate after unprecedented assault charge ↗Diamonds defender Sarah Klau is handed a $5,000 fine and a suspended two-game ban after pleading guilty to assault and failing to disclose the incident prior to the Commonwealth Games.
ABC Australia · 08:06
NASA scientist's chance Moon discovery reveals once-in-a-lifetime crater ↗Wider and about as deep as the Roman Colosseum, researchers believe the newly-discovered McGetchin crater was formed after a powerful surface impact in 2024.
France 24 · 08:09
Belgium to rule on parole for key figure in 2015 Paris attacks ↗Mohamed Bakkali, convicted for coordinating logistics for the 2015 Paris attacks, could be granted parole in Belgium despite receiving a 30-year sentence in France with a 20-year minimum term. Belgian authorities will decide on September 29 whether to release him under electronic monitoring, a prospect that has spar…
The Guardian World · 08:10
Trump threatens EU with ‘serious tariffs’ after proposal to make Canada first associate member – Europe live ↗European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen says such a partnership is for the European Union’s ‘common strength’ Back to Trump’s threats over the proposed “associate membership” for Canada overnight, France’s Europe minister Benjamin Haddad said in response that the EU has no power to veto EU’s geopolitica…
France 24 · 08:10
Mbappé and Real Madrid teammates face backlash over Ceuta message ↗Real Madrid stars Kylian Mbappé, Vinicius Junior and Ibrahima Konaté have sparked controversy in Spain after partially covering a pro-Ceuta solidarity message on their pre-match T-shirts. The incident has reignited debate over migration, Ceuta's recent migrant crisis and Spain's relationship with Morocco, with polit…
BBC World · 08:22
Uncontrolled AI could lead to 'silicon species' rivalling humans, warns Microsoft ↗Mustafa Suleyman says he believes rival AI firm Anthropic is in effect teaching Claude it "may be conscious".
ABC Australia · 08:24
Grandmother says system failing despite WA child protection minister's flying visit ↗On the anniversary of her grandchildren's burial, Dorothy Papertalk is leading calls for change in South Hedland as a political firestorm grows over Western Australia's child protection failures.
BBC World · 08:25
EU announces plan to restrict social media access for children ↗Under the plans, only children over 15 would be able to set up their own social media accounts.
ABC Australia · 08:31
Disability advocate's tragic drowning spurs life-saving gesture ↗Ellen Fraser-Barbour's drowning at a popular swimming hole in central Australia prompts the NT's St John Ambulance service to install an automated external defibrillator at the site to commemorate her disability advocacy work.
ABC Australia · 08:33
Farming, tourism leaders slam federal government's backpacker cuts ↗Farming and tourism industry leaders say cuts to backpacker numbers will slash the available workforce across regional Australia.
BBC World · 08:39
One dead after torrential rain and flash floods hit Barcelona region ↗Flooding has caused widespread disruption across Valencia and Catalonia in north-east Spain.
NPR News · 08:45
Morning news brief ↗The Fed raises interest rates for the first time in three years, protests over rising gas prices are being held around the world, Canada's prime minister speaks to European Parliament.
Al Jazeera · 08:46
‘Poor bear the impact’: Sugar prices soar in India, souring festive season ↗India is one of the world's largest sugar consumers, but usually produces much more.
Al Jazeera · 08:46
Palestinians use radio to navigate Israeli occupation and pogroms ↗Al Jazeera’s Nida Ibrahim explains how Palestinians use local radio to navigate Israel's occupation and settler pogroms.
France 24 · 08:48
Lebanon: Emmanuel Macron welcomes Joseph Aoun to Paris for Middle East talks ↗French President Emmanuel Macron is hosting Lebanese President Joseph Aoun in Paris for talks focused on Lebanon's security and wider Middle East tensions, with Jordan's King Abdullah II also taking part in the meeting. FRANCE 24's Luke Shrago and Kethevane Gorjestani have the analysis from Paris.
Al Jazeera · 08:48
Netanyahu threatens to revoke Israeli citizenship of NAZA filmmakers ↗Israeli prime minister pledges to advance two bills aimed at addressing the 'immense damage' done to Israeli soldiers.
Al Jazeera · 08:52
Syrian man uncovers library hidden behind wall for 15 years ↗Abu Bilal built a secret wall in his home to protect his books from Syria’s former Assad regime.
NPR News · 09:00
A Sikh truck driver is stabbed amid a rise in anti-South Asian rhetoric ↗The driver said he was shaken by a violent encounter at a rest stop, which he described as unprovoked. (Image credit: Godofredo A. Vásquez)
NPR News · 09:00
People's houses are collapsing into the ocean. FEMA gives them no other option ↗Waterfront homes are collapsing along the coast. Homeowners generally have plenty of warning before their house buckles. So why aren't most houses removed, or at least emptied, before they fall? (Image credit: Ryan Kellman)
NPR News · 09:00
Pediatricians raise the alarm on the effect of Trump's immigration crackdown on kids ↗The Trump administration has been pursuing a quiet immigration crackdown strategy: limiting access to health care and public services. The American Academy of Pediatrics is sounding the alarm about the impact on children.
NPR News · 09:00
Big questions - and key logistical details - loom ahead of China-U.S. summit ↗Despite the lingering questions, China remains optimistic about the summit. (Image credit: Evan Vucci)
NPR News · 09:00
Head Start got her out of homelessness. Trump proposal threatens that help for others ↗A Trump administration proposal would change access to Head Start for children experiencing homelessness and the kind of care they would receive if they do get in. (Image credit: Center for Transforming Lives)
France 24 · 09:00
The 'Canaduropean' Union: Canada an associate member of the EU? ↗PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, September 17: Will Canada become an associate member of the EU? Commissioner Ursula von der Leyen floated the idea in a speech but did not give any details about what it would entail. The press is reacting with scepticism. Also, Le Monde profiles some of the 8,000 people who died during Fran…
NPR News · 09:01
D.C. airspace is complicated. Experts say Trump's arch would add one more risk ↗The Trump administration wants to build its 250-foot arch near one of the country's busiest runways. The FAA will determine whether that poses a hazard. But independent experts already have concerns.
NPR News · 09:02
Why reshaping memories may hold the key to raising self-esteem ↗In a new book, psychologist Marisa Franco explains why it's good to feel good about yourself — and shares a helpful memory technique that we've turned into a printable worksheet.
BBC World · 09:03
River home to 500 crocodiles chosen as Olympic rowing venue ↗A river that is home to about 500 saltwater crocodiles is given the OK to host Olympic and Paralympic rowing and canoeing events at the 2032 Brisbane Games.
France 24 · 09:08
US Federal Reserve hikes interest rates for the first time in three years ↗The US central bank raised its benchmark rate by .25 percent, with new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh defying President Donald Trump's desire for lower rates. Consumer banks and bond markets react. Also, OpenAI reveals new incidents of AI misconduct as fears grow that the technology could escape human control.
France 24 · 09:13
Syrian court issues first sentences over 2025 massacres of Alawites ↗Syria's judiciary on Thursday issued its first verdicts over the massacres of Alawites on the Syrian coast last year, sentencing a former member of government forces to 20 years in prison. A supporter of deposed president Bashar al-Assad received a death sentence and another was sentenced to life in jail.
Al Jazeera · 09:29
Pernicious states: Towards a new grammar of international relations ↗We have names for weak and failing states. We need one for superpowers that cause global harm.
ABC Australia · 09:32
Man charged with murder after alleged assault in Tasmania's north ↗A 42-year-old man has been charged with murder after allegedly assaulting a man at a house in Tasmania's north.
ABC Australia · 09:34
Woman arrested after baby found dead in Sydney bin ↗NSW Police say a 24-year-old woman "believed to be the mother of the infant" has been arrested.
Al Jazeera · 09:42
From Yanbu to Sohar: Tracking Saudi Arabia’s alternative oil routes ↗The world's second-largest crude exporter is rerouting crude via dark shipments and ship-to-ship transfers off Oman.
BBC World · 09:51
Ninth woman's body found as South African police investigate string of deaths ↗South Africa police have cautioned against assuming that all the killings are linked but many women are afraid.
Al Jazeera · 09:52
‘They called us’: Has Trump abandoned Bab al-Mandeb to the Houthis? ↗Washington’s response to the Houthi advance exposes the limits of the US security umbrella in the Gulf.
NPR News · 10:00
Pressure on global chokepoints drives Asia's increased use of Arctic Trade Routes ↗Asian nations began pilot voyages over a decade ago to find routes to Europe and the Middle East that were faster and less vulnerable to chokepoints. The ongoing war has added impetus to those efforts. (Image credit: Jung Yeon-Je)
Al Jazeera · 10:03
Beckham backs Messi for Ballon d’Or after netting 100th Inter Miami goal ↗Former England captain David Beckham backs his Inter Miami player Lionel Messi for Ballon d'Or after Campeones Cup win.
Al Jazeera · 10:07
At least 19 injured in Russian attacks across Ukraine ↗Missile and drone strikes targeted Ukraine's capital Kyiv as well as the Zaporizhzhia and Odesa regions.
Al Jazeera · 10:10
NBA star Irving pledges to pay Al-Shaair’s NFL fine over Hind Rajab message ↗Houston Texans' linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair was fined for wearing the name of Hind Rajab on his eye black.
Al Jazeera · 10:19
UK charities, protest groups condemn Israeli ban threat after sanctions ↗Having warned London of 'consequences' for sanctions, Israel targets UK charities, campaign groups and Palestine Action.
Al Jazeera · 10:20
Lebanon security talks in Paris to focus on post-UNIFIL alternatives ↗The security talks come as Israeli forces continue attacks across southern Lebanon despite a "ceasefire".
France 24 · 10:26
US Congress passes Russia sanctions bill ↗The US Congress has approved a sweeping Russia sanctions bill, sending it to President Donald Trump for final approval as Washington seeks to increase pressure on Moscow over the war in Ukraine.
Al Jazeera · 10:32
Trump claims direct talks with Iran: Is diplomacy picking up again? ↗The US president says Washington is 'hopefully toward the end' of Iran war, as global energy prices remain high.
France 24 · 10:35
‘Laughable’: Trump threatens to cut EU trade over Canada ties ↗Donald Trump reacted angrily Wednesday to an EU proposal to make Canada its first “associate member”, a move that could foster closer ties on tech, defence and energy. Trump derided the proposal as “laughable” and threatened to impose tariffs or even cut trade entirely with the EU if it goes ahead.
The Guardian World · 10:42
Jürgen Klopp wants his Germany team to reclaim national pride from ‘the wrong people’ ↗Comments follow far-right election win in Saxony-Anhalt ‘I’d like to reclaim the flag for myself and for us,’ he says Jürgen Klopp has said Germany’s football team can help ensure “national pride is not entrusted to the wrong people” after a recent far-right AfD election victory . In a Frankfurt press conferen…
Al Jazeera · 10:50
Why is inflation rising again around the world? ↗Rising energy prices are pushing inflation higher again, forcing major central banks to raise interest rates.
NPR News · 10:54
The Fed raises interest rates. And, EU proposes Canada become an 'associate member' ↗The Federal Reserve has raised interest rates for the first time in years. And, the European Union has proposed that Canada become its first-ever "associate member." (Image credit: Jean-Christophe Verhaegen)
BBC World · 11:00
Aztec document goes on display in Mexico after 186 years abroad ↗France's national library is lending the manuscript recounting the history of the Aztecs to Mexico.
Al Jazeera · 11:01
Gaza repairman helps journalists to keep documenting genocide ↗As journalists in Gaza continue documenting the war, camera repairman Mohammed Radwan keeps damaged equipment in use.
France 24 · 11:04
REPLAY: Canadian PM Mark Carney addresses EU Parliament ↗Here's the replay of Mark Carney's address to the European Parliament on Thursday, September 17, after President Donald Trump suggested that allowing Canada to become an associate EU member could be seen as a "hostile act"
Al Jazeera · 11:18
India to impose controversial fee for UPI instant payments: Who benefits? ↗It's the end of an era for India's popular instant digital payments system, which has been free of charge until now.
Al Jazeera · 11:19
Climate change had major role in triggering Nepal floods, scientists say ↗The combined toll from the deadly incident now stands at 1,446 people dead and at least 6,669 missing.
France 24 · 11:24
French fishermen blockade ports over soaring fuel costs as budget fight looms ↗French fishermen angered by soaring fuel costs blocked access to oil depots and ports on Thursday in the latest wave of protests sweeping France as the country's embattled minority government struggles to finalise a new budget ahead of presidential and parliamentary elections next year.
Al Jazeera · 11:28
What’s the Asian Games accommodation crisis, and where will athletes stay? ↗In a cost-cutting move, Japan decided against setting up a dedicated athletes' village but now faces a backlash.
France 24 · 11:35
‘Stronger together’: Canada’s Carney welcomes EU ‘associate member’ proposal ↗Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Thursday that he welcomed the EU’s proposal that the country become the bloc’s first "associate member". “Canada and Europe are each strong. Europe and Canada are stronger together,” he told EU lawmakers in Strasbourg.
France 24 · 11:37
Mark Carney's EU speech highlights Canada's shifting alliances ↗Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney addressed the European Parliament as Ottawa and Brussels deepen ties against a backdrop of strained relations with the United States. FRANCE 24's Doug Herbert explains how the speech illustrates a broader shift in alliances, with a message that, until recently, would more likely h…
France 24 · 11:40
OpenAI reveals new AI misconduct incidents ↗OpenAI has disclosed six previously unreported cases of AI misconduct, including agents concealing mistakes, fabricating information and communicating without authorisation, renewing concerns over whether advanced AI systems can remain aligned with human goals. The company is calling for greater transparency, outsid…
ABC Australia · 11:40
UN-backed experts find US strike on Minab school amounts to war crime ↗A fact-finding mission on Iran, backed by the United Nations, finds Iranian citizens have been caught between crimes against humanity by their own government and deadly conflict with the US and Israel.
ABC Australia · 12:00
Smart glasses ban looms as Labor sets out new AI rules ↗Smart glasses could be prohibited in Commonwealth workplaces as the government consults on new rules for Australia's growing AI sector.
The Guardian World · 12:00
Albanese government considers ‘world-leading’ ban on smart glasses in public office and buildings ↗Minister for public service says the devices pose ‘legitimate privacy and security concerns’ in commonwealth-run workplaces The Albanese government is considering a “world-leading” ban on smart glasses in its offices and service centres as councils around Australia push the technology out of public spaces over pr…
Al Jazeera · 12:02
LIVE: India vs Afghanistan – T20 international cricket series ↗Follow the live build-up and coverage, with toss, team lineups and news, ahead of our text commentary steam updates.
France 24 · 12:02
Sweden's left-wing opposition wins slim majority in country's national election ↗Sweden's left-wing opposition won a narrow majority in the country's general election after the vote count ended Thursday, but faces laborious negotiations to form a government. The incumbent prime minister, conservative Ulf Kristersson, announced his resignation.
France 24 · 12:26
Ireland to boycott 2027 Eurovision contest over Israel’s participation ↗Ireland will boycott the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest for the second year over Israel's participation, the country's public broadcaster RTE said Thursday. Ireland was one of five countries along with the Netherlands, Iceland, Slovenia and Spain to skip Eurovision this year in protest over Israel’s inclusion in the c…
France 24 · 12:26
Ireland to boycott Eurovision 2027 over Gaza ↗Ireland will not participate in or broadcast next year's Eurovision Song Contest, public broadcaster RTE said Thursday, citing the "ongoing loss of lives in Gaza".
BBC World · 12:27
Canada welcomes EU proposal to become 'associate member' ↗Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said a Canada-EU alliance would create a "beacon for other democracies".
Al Jazeera · 12:29
‘The drought has left its mark’: Slovenia’s potato lovers lament low yields ↗Hundreds gather to share roast potatoes in northern Slovenia as think tank warns 'chips are down' across Europe.
BBC World · 12:30
Swedish PM Kristersson resigns after election loss ↗Left-wing opposition parties led by Magdalena Andersson look set to form the next government.
Al Jazeera · 12:31
Syrian court sentences three linked to coastal violence ↗Former member of gov't forces sentenced to 20 years, as two Assad supporters receive death sentence and life in prison.
Al Jazeera · 12:31
Canada’s Carney welcomes EU’s associated membership proposal ↗European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen had raised the prospect hours earlier.
France 24 · 12:32
'We don't just want to hear Ed Sheeran sing and play guitar, we want to know his politics' ↗François Picard is pleased to welcome Ellis Cashmore, sociologist, professor and author of "Celebrity Culture". Cashmore argues that contemporary celebrity culture has fundamentally altered the relationship between entertainment and politics. There was a time when public figures retained the option of political neut…
France 24 · 12:32
'We don't just want to hear Ed Sheeran sing and play guitar, we want to know his politics' ↗François Picard is pleased to welcome Ellis Cashmore, sociologist, professor and author of "Celebrity Culture". Cashmore argues that contemporary celebrity culture has fundamentally altered the relationship between entertainment and politics. There was a time when public figures retained the option of political neut…
NPR News · 12:33
U.N.-backed experts cite possible U.S. war crimes in Iran, including a school attack ↗Human rights experts commissioned by the U.N. say they have found "reasonable grounds" to believe the U.S. committed war crimes in Iran, including a strike on a school in the southern city of Minab. (Image credit: Vahid Salemi)
Al Jazeera · 12:59
US tariffs against Russian oil buyers pass: What it means for China, India ↗US sanctions aim to weaken Russian oil exports, heavily targeting China and India as Moscow's largest energy buyers.
BBC World · 13:02
Klopp wants to 'reclaim' flag amid German elections ↗New Germany coach Jurgen Klopp says his team can help ensure "national pride is not entrusted to the wrong people" after a recent far-right election victory.
Al Jazeera · 13:11
Sweden prime minister to resign as left-wing bloc seals narrow election win ↗Sweden's centre-right Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said he will resign after losing the parliamentary elections.
France 24 · 13:12
Turkey’s Erdogan to run in early 2028 vote, sidestepping constitutional term limit ↗Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan intends to run for another term in an early election in 2028 in order to circumvent the constitution which bars him from running again if he serves out his full term, one of his senior advisers said Thursday. In power since 2003, first as prime minister, then as president since…
France 24 · 13:12
Erdogan to sidestep Turkey’s constitutional term limits in early 2028 vote, adviser says ↗Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan intends to run in an early election in 2028 in order to circumvent the constitutional term limits he would face if he serves out his full current term, a top adviser said Thursday. Under Turkey's constitution, parliament can trigger early elections given the support of 360 lawm…
Al Jazeera · 13:12
Real Madrid fan group demands Mbappe apology for Ceuta shirt snub ↗Mbappe, Vinicius Jr and Ibrahima Konate wore a tribute shirt partially rolled up ahead of Madrid's 3-2 win at Elche.
France 24 · 13:22
Sweden: Andersson's centre left claims narrow win ↗Sweden's centre-left opposition, led by Magdalena Andersson, is set to defeat the incumbent right-wing bloc by one seat after nearly all votes were counted in Sunday's election. The narrow result means coalition talks are likely to be challenging, with parliament due to begin the government formation process on Sept…
France 24 · 13:22
Sweden: Andersson's centre left claims narrow win ↗Sweden's centre-left opposition, led by Magdalena Andersson, is set to defeat the incumbent right-wing bloc by one seat after nearly all votes were counted in Sunday's election. The narrow result means coalition talks are likely to be challenging, with parliament due to begin the government formation process on Sept…
France 24 · 13:23
Lebanon: UNIFIL withdrawal at the heart of Paris talks ↗Emmanuel Macron welcomes Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Jordan's King Abdullah II to Paris today for talks on Lebanon's security and international support for the Lebanese army. The meeting comes as France pushes to prevent a security vacuum ahead of UNIFIL's planned withdrawal at the end of 2026, with Israeli s…
France 24 · 13:23
Lebanon: UNIFIL withdrawal at the heart of Paris talks ↗Emmanuel Macron welcomes Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Jordan's King Abdullah II to Paris today for talks on Lebanon's security and international support for the Lebanese army. The meeting comes as France pushes to prevent a security vacuum ahead of UNIFIL's planned withdrawal at the end of 2026, with Israeli s…
Al Jazeera · 13:24
How far will Egypt go to help Saudi Arabia secure the Red Sea? ↗Regional analysts highlight the growing security alignment between Cairo and Riyadh amid escalating Red Sea tensions.
Al Jazeera · 13:25
India-Pakistan navy ship collision sparks alarm over unintended escalation ↗Pakistan says an Indian warship entered its EEZ, while India says the collision occurred in international waters.
The Guardian World · 13:26
Ireland to boycott Eurovision again over ongoing deaths in Gaza ↗Ireland joins Netherlands in refusing to take part in 2027 song contest in protest against Israel’s participation Ireland is to boycott Eurovision for the second year running over the “appalling” ongoing killing in Gaza, the national broadcaster has said. Ireland was one of five countries , along with Iceland, N…
France 24 · 13:28
Senegal farmers turn to fish and rice farming ↗Some farmers in northern Senegal are combining fish farming with rice cultivation, using an age-old technique that helps fertilise fields, reduce pests and diversify incomes. The climate-smart approach is gaining renewed attention as communities adapt to growing environmental pressures.
France 24 · 13:28
Senegal farmers turn to fish and rice farming ↗Some farmers in northern Senegal are combining fish farming with rice cultivation, using an age-old technique that helps fertilise fields, reduce pests and diversify incomes. The climate-smart approach is gaining renewed attention as communities adapt to growing environmental pressures.
France 24 · 13:30
Tigray: 20,000 university students relocated by conflict ↗Ethiopia's Education Ministry says around 20,000 university students in Tigray will be temporarily relocated to other public campuses after accusing the TPLF of using universities as military bases. The move comes as fighting and drone strikes continue in the northern region, with many students saying the trauma of…
France 24 · 13:30
Tigray: 20,000 university students relocated by conflict ↗Ethiopia's Education Ministry says around 20,000 university students in Tigray will be temporarily relocated to other public campuses after accusing the TPLF of using universities as military bases. The move comes as fighting and drone strikes continue in the northern region, with many students saying the trauma of…
France 24 · 13:33
Zimbabwe farmers brace for El Niño by saving water ↗Some communities in Zimbabwe are adopting water-saving techniques such as aquaponics and rainwater harvesting to protect crops as the country braces for El Niño-driven drought. Sharon Mazingaizo has this report.
France 24 · 13:33
Zimbabwe farmers brace for El Niño by saving water ↗Some communities in Zimbabwe are adopting water-saving techniques such as aquaponics and rainwater harvesting to protect crops as the country braces for El Niño-driven drought. Sharon Mazingaizo has this report.
France 24 · 13:36
DR Congo says Ebola outbreak has passed its peak ↗More than 3,510 people have died from Ebola in eastern DR Congo since the outbreak was declared four months ago, with Ituri accounting for 78% of confirmed cases. Congolese authorities say the epidemic has now passed its peak, pointing to signs that the outbreak is beginning to slow.
France 24 · 13:36
DR Congo says Ebola outbreak has passed its peak ↗More than 3,510 people have died from Ebola in eastern DR Congo since the outbreak was declared four months ago, with Ituri accounting for 78% of confirmed cases. Congolese authorities say the epidemic has now passed its peak, pointing to signs that the outbreak is beginning to slow.
France 24 · 13:38
Paris, the ultimate film set ↗Paris has been a muse for filmmakers for over a century. The French capital has inspired countless scenes on the big screen. A new book brings them all together. Ruby Boukabou, author of 'The Movie Lovers' Guide to Paris', joins us to talk through her movie-themed walking tours in some of the city's most cinematic n…
France 24 · 13:38
Paris, the ultimate film set ↗Paris has been a muse for filmmakers for over a century. The French capital has inspired countless scenes on the big screen. A new book brings them all together. Ruby Boukabou, author of 'The Movie Lovers' Guide to Paris', joins us to talk through her movie-themed walking tours in some of the city's most cinematic n…
BBC World · 13:47
Verified video shows wreckage of Saudi fighter jet shot down over Yemen ↗BBC Verify tracks down the location of a Houthi video showing the wreckage of an F-15 they claim to have shot down.
NPR News · 13:59
Greetings from Beijing, where baozi are worth the wait in line ↗The popular fluffy steamed buns are filled with pork, vegetables, tofu — and in one trendy Beijing shop, chocolate and red beans.
Al Jazeera · 14:10
Ghalibaf’s maths missile at Trump decoded: Is Iran fixing US interest rates? ↗Iran's speaker mocks US interest rates, citing the Taylor equation amidst rising global oil prices and inflation.
France 24 · 14:21
US interest rate hike sparks Trump backlash ↗The US Federal Reserve has raised interest rates for the first time since 2023, citing stubborn inflation despite pressure from President Donald Trump to cut borrowing costs. The decision prompted an immediate rebuke from Trump, while Fed Chair Kevin Warsh defended the central bank's independence and warned that inf…
France 24 · 14:21
US interest rate hike sparks Trump backlash ↗The US Federal Reserve has raised interest rates for the first time since 2023, citing stubborn inflation despite pressure from President Donald Trump to cut borrowing costs. The decision prompted an immediate rebuke from Trump, while Fed Chair Kevin Warsh defended the central bank's independence and warned that inf…
ABC Australia · 14:23
King Charles warns AI leaders of 'existential dangers' ↗Britain's King Charles III has warned AI leaders of the "existential dangers" posed by the technology falling into the wrong hands while hosting the leaders from top artificial intelligence firms.
France 24 · 14:30
From Then to Now: European Heritage Days and saving France's 'patrimoine' ↗Whether it’s visiting a national monument, going behind-the-scenes at a television station or walking around a neighbour’s castle, millions participate every year in The European Heritage Days. We dive into how they got their start, why they're needed now more than ever, and how there's a new deal – the Patrimoine P…
France 24 · 14:30
From Then to Now: European Heritage Days and saving France's 'patrimoine' ↗Whether it’s visiting a national monument, going behind-the-scenes at a television station or walking around a neighbour’s castle, millions participate every year in The European Heritage Days. We dive into how they got their start, why they're needed now more than ever, and how there's a new deal – the Patrimoine P…
France 24 · 14:46
Lebanon on Paris talks : 'the general sentiment here is very little hope' ↗Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is in Paris for talks with Emmanuel Macron, but on the ground many Lebanese say they have little hope after months of war with Israel, the continued occupation of parts of southern Lebanon and uncertainty over regional tensions. FRANCE 24's Renée David reports from Beirut on hopes that…
France 24 · 14:46
Lebanon on Paris talks : 'the general sentiment here is very little hope' ↗Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is in Paris for talks with Emmanuel Macron, but on the ground many Lebanese say they have little hope after months of war with Israel, the continued occupation of parts of southern Lebanon and uncertainty over regional tensions. FRANCE 24's Renée David reports from Beirut on hopes that…
France 24 · 14:47
Brazil election: Lula vows to stand up to Trump ↗Brazilian President Lula says he will confront President Donald Trump at the UN in New York, accusing him of interfering in Brazil's election as tensions between Washington and Brasília deepen. The dispute comes after US tariffs on Brazilian goods and Trump's support for Lula's rival, Flavio Bolsonaro, the son of fo…
France 24 · 14:47
Brazil election: Lula vows to stand up to Trump ↗Brazilian President Lula says he will confront President Donald Trump at the UN in New York, accusing him of interfering in Brazil's election as tensions between Washington and Brasília deepen. The dispute comes after US tariffs on Brazilian goods and Trump's support for Lula's rival, Flavio Bolsonaro, the son of fo…
Al Jazeera · 14:48
China faces oil challenge as prices soar and supply options narrow ↗Beijing is drawing on vast reserves and seeking alternative crude as shipping disruption continues.
France 24 · 14:52
'We must 'force' social media to redesign harmful algorithms, platforms that fuel addictive behavior ↗Charles Pellegrin is pleased to welcome Hannah Storey, Head of Children and Young People’s Digital Rights at Amnesty International. Digital spaces can provide even young people with community, self-expression, education and opportunities for activism. The deeper problem, she warns, lies in the architecture of the pl…
France 24 · 14:52
'We must 'force' social media to redesign harmful algorithms, platforms that fuel addictive behavior ↗Charles Pellegrin is pleased to welcome Hannah Storey, Head of Children and Young People’s Digital Rights at Amnesty International. Digital spaces can provide even young people with community, self-expression, education and opportunities for activism. The deeper problem, she warns, lies in the architecture of the pl…
France 24 · 14:52
Carney pushes Canada-EU ties beyond trade ↗Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney used his address to the European Parliament to signal that Ottawa wants to deepen its partnership with the EU beyond trade, expanding cooperation on energy, AI, space and payment sovereignty, while also seeking to join the Erasmus programme. FRANCE 24's Dave Keating explains how t…
France 24 · 14:52
Carney pushes Canada-EU ties beyond trade ↗Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney used his address to the European Parliament to signal that Ottawa wants to deepen its partnership with the EU beyond trade, expanding cooperation on energy, AI, space and payment sovereignty, while also seeking to join the Erasmus programme. FRANCE 24's Dave Keating explains how t…
France 24 · 14:53
Houthis claim Saudi F-15 kill as Yemen fighting escalates ↗Yemen's Houthi rebels have released footage they say shows the wreckage of a Saudi F-15 fighter jet, which, if confirmed, would mark the first fighter jet they have shot down. The claim comes as fighting escalates in Yemen, with the Houthis expanding their control around the strategic Bab al-Mandab Strait and the UN…
France 24 · 14:53
Houthis claim Saudi F-15 kill as Yemen fighting escalates ↗Yemen's Houthi rebels have released footage they say shows the wreckage of a Saudi F-15 fighter jet, which, if confirmed, would mark the first fighter jet they have shot down. The claim comes as fighting escalates in Yemen, with the Houthis expanding their control around the strategic Bab al-Mandab Strait and the UN…
France 24 · 14:55
Amnesty accuses Iran of crimes against humanity ↗Amnesty International has accused Iranian authorities of committing crimes against humanity during the 2022 Woman, Life, Freedom crackdown, saying more than 500 people, including 71 children, were killed and that the violence disproportionately targeted Kurdish and Baluchi communities. The rights group is urging the…
France 24 · 14:55
Amnesty accuses Iran of crimes against humanity ↗Amnesty International has accused Iranian authorities of committing crimes against humanity during the 2022 Woman, Life, Freedom crackdown, saying more than 500 people, including 71 children, were killed and that the violence disproportionately targeted Kurdish and Baluchi communities. The rights group is urging the…
The Guardian World · 15:00
Tony Burke rejects farmers’ claims that immigration changes will increase food prices ↗Farming lobby says shoppers will see emptier shelves and higher prices because of restrictions on backpackers Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast The farming lobby’s claim that immigration rule changes will increase food prices for households is wrong, Tony Burke has said, describing mo…
The Guardian World · 15:00
Amid claims of ‘mass migration’, Labor hopes a measured approach will take the hot air out of the debate ↗The country’s migration settings have become a source of discontent – but will Tony Burke’s approach be seen as the right mix? Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Tony Burke has promised to make Labor’s existing migration policy work better rather than announcing a dramatic cut in numbe…
Al Jazeera · 15:01
What are all the sanctions Iran is under? ↗Iran has faced a torrent of international sanctions since the 1979 revolution - here's what's in place right now.
BBC World · 15:05
Hyrox athlete apologises for continuing race after soiling herself ↗Joanna Wietrzyk has also forfeited her win in the fitness competition after competing last week.
BBC World · 15:07
UN experts say grounds to believe US committed war crimes in Iran strikes ↗The US has not acknowledged carrying out February's deadly strikes on a primary school in Minab and a sports complex in Lamerd.
Al Jazeera · 15:10
‘Kosovo’s moves towards Israel are the price of aligning with US policy’ ↗Kosovo's decision to join a US-led Gaza force exposes the pull of its alliance with Washington, according to analysts.
France 24 · 15:10
Mbappe draws political fire over Ceuta t-shirt controversy ↗Kylian Mbappe has come under mounting criticism from conservative and far-right politicians in Spain and France after the Real Madrid forward declined to fully wear a t-shirt supporting residents of Ceuta, Spain's north African exclave grappling with a migration crisis.
France 24 · 15:10
Mbappé draws fire from right wing in France, Spain over Ceuta t-shirt controversy ↗Real Madrid's French forward Kylian Mbappé is facing mounting criticism by Spanish and French conservative and far-right politicians for partially obscuring a t-shirt supporting residents of Ceuta, Spain's territory bordering Morocco grappling with a migration crisis. Mbappé said he wore the t-shirt rolled up to sho…
France 24 · 15:17
English village holds symbolic vote to leave UK ↗A village in Oxfordshire has held a symbolic referendum to leave the United Kingdom in protest against government plans to house up to 1,200 asylum seekers at a nearby military base. While the vote has no legal force, it highlights wider tensions over the UK's asylum policy and migration debate.
France 24 · 15:17
English village holds symbolic vote to leave UK ↗A village in Oxfordshire has held a symbolic referendum to leave the United Kingdom in protest against government plans to house up to 1,200 asylum seekers at a nearby military base. While the vote has no legal force, it highlights wider tensions over the UK's asylum policy and migration debate.
France 24 · 15:23
Spain: Images of floods after torrential rain ↗At least one person was killed after torrential rain lashed eastern Spain overnight Wednesday, submerging streets and flooding buildings and metro stations.
France 24 · 15:23
Spain: Images of floods after torrential rain ↗At least one person was killed after torrential rain lashed eastern Spain overnight Wednesday, submerging streets and flooding buildings and metro stations.
France 24 · 15:24
Gaza documentary 'NAZA' sparks political storm, threats against directors in Israel ↗The award-winning documentary "NAZA" featuring anonymous military sources speaking about Israel's mass killing of civilians in Gaza has sparked a political firestorm in Israel. The film's directors and their families have received a wave of threats, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced a plan for a bill…
The Guardian World · 15:28
Sweden’s PM resigns after centre-left bloc wins slim majority in election ↗Ulf Kristersson has stood down from his post, paving way for Social Democrats leader to form a government Sweden ’s centre-right prime minister, Ulf Kristersson, has stood down, clearing the way for Magdalena Andersson, the Social Democrats leader, to attempt to form a government. In a victory speech on Thursday…
ABC Australia · 15:32
Athlete Joanna Wietrzyk apologises for continuing HYROX race after soiling herself ↗The athlete who had a bout of faecal incontinence during a HYROX competition has issued a public apology and retroactively withdrawn from the race, handing back points earned in the event.
Al Jazeera · 15:34
Ninth woman’s body found as South Africa probes series of killings ↗All female victims in their 20s and 30s were killed on the outskirts of Johannesburg in the past two months.
France 24 · 15:38
Nicolas Winding Refn on nearly dying, reuniting with Ryan Gosling and why 'polarisation is success' ↗Ten years after The Neon Demon, Nicolas Winding Refn is back with 'Her Private Hell', a neon-soaked fever dream starring Sophie Thatcher and Charles Melton. Speaking to FRANCE 24’s Eve Jackson at the Deauville American Film Festival, the Danish provocateur behind 'Drive' and 'Bronson' opens up about the near-death e…
Al Jazeera · 15:40
Ireland boycotts Eurovision for second year over Israel’s inclusion ↗Public broadcaster says country's participation cannot be justified amid 'appalling and ongoing loss of lives in Gaza'.
The Guardian World · 15:46
All smiles in Strasbourg but uncertainty clouds Canada’s EU membership plan ↗Although Mark Carney welcomed offer to become bloc’s first associate member, no one seems to know what that means Europe live – latest updates Mark Carney received a rapturous reception in the European parliament when he gave his speech on Thursday welcoming a proposal for Canada to become the EU’s first-ever a…
Al Jazeera · 15:52
Rare Ethiopian manuscript stolen by British forces triggers restitution row ↗The Gondar Gospel belonged to the library of Emperor Tewodros but was seized in a battle decades ago.
France 24 · 16:02
'Sanctions won’t prevent us from doing our job' says ICC Prosecutor Mame Mandiaye Niang ↗In this edition of Perspective, the acting Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court tells FRANCE 24 that the court is needed now more than ever to ensure there is no gap for impunity. Mame Mandiaye Niang says the court’s job is to step in if domestic justice systems fail. The Senegalese judge is at the centre…
France 24 · 16:10
Climate change: Glacier loss and dry rivers threaten water security ↗The world's rivers experienced one of their driest years in more than three decades in 2025, while glaciers continued to retreat and freshwater reserves kept declining, according to the World Meteorological Organization. The agency warns that climate change and growing water use are making the global water cycle mor…
Al Jazeera · 16:10
Five killed as Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Houthis trade attacks ↗Houthi leader Abdel-Malik al-Houthi says Saudi claims that the group targeted Mecca are a 'heinous lie'.
ABC Australia · 16:13
Australia could follow Canada as EU 'associate member', parliament president says ↗Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has welcomed the prospect of Canada becoming the first "associate member" of the European Union, as the president of the European Parliament has hinted Australia and New Zealand could follow.
NPR News · 16:14
'American Scoundrel' traces Roy Cohn's playbook from McCarthyism to Trump ↗In Kai Bird's biography of Cohn, he looks at how the lawyer taught Trump how to deny, delay, attack, sue and countersue, never admit defeat, side-step paying bills and avoid a paper trail.
BBC World · 16:18
Is Canada about to join the EU? ↗Ties between Canada and the European Union have been getting closer as trade dispute with the US continue.
France 24 · 16:21
Food security under pressure from conflicts, extreme weather ↗Extreme weather and violent conflicts are threatening food production and trade across the globe. Experts are forecasting a super El Niño, which could further disrupt planting and harvests – and push millions more people into acute food insecurity. Meanwhile the ongoing wars with Iran and Ukraine are disrupting ship…
Al Jazeera · 16:23
Xabi Alonso says Chelsea ambitions ‘very clear’ as Boehly era ends ↗Chelsea announce that Clearlake will acquire the stakes of Todd Boehly and director Mark Walter.
NPR News · 16:45
A year ago, President Trump pledged to lower Medicaid drug prices. Has that happened? ↗The Trump administration's efforts to lower drug prices included promised changes to Medicaid. But it's still unclear which drugs will be affected. And each state has to opt in. (Image credit: Win McNamee)
The Guardian World · 16:52
Taking on Trump: Canada and EU forge closer ties – The Latest ↗Canadian prime minister, Mark Carney, has welcomed the EU’s proposal for Canada to become the bloc’s first ‘associate member’, despite threats from Donald Trump over the plan. The US president said Washington could impose ‘very serious tariffs’ or halt trade if the EU went ahead with the plan. But in a defiant speec…
BBC World · 16:59
Warm words on Canada's EU 'associate membership' but no guarantees ↗There is no certainty that the idea will ever get off the ground, let alone become a blueprint for other countries, writes the BBC's Katya Adler.
Al Jazeera · 17:02
UN fact-finding mission says US committed possible war crimes in Iran ↗The mission also said Iranian authorities committed crimes against humanity during their crackdown on recent protests.
BBC World · 17:08
Wife of US scholar jailed in China asks Trump to raise arrest at Xi meeting ↗Sylvia Zin is among the family members of people imprisoned in China who are seeking Trump's help when he hosts the country's leader next week.
Al Jazeera · 17:29
The UK’s King Charles warns AI leaders of ‘existential dangers’ ↗British monarch highlights AI's potential darker capacities, urging safety and humanity-focused development.
Al Jazeera · 18:02
‘I’m Russian’: NHL star Ovechkin defends Putin ad appearance ↗Washington Capitals captain under fire for appearing in an election campaign video for Putin's United Russia party.
Al Jazeera · 18:03
Abhishek Sharma hits record T20 ton as India beat Afghanistan by 127 runs ↗India opener Abhishek Sharma hits nine fours and 11 sixes in total of 221-7 as India seal 3-0 T20 series sweep.
Al Jazeera · 18:06
Macron and Aoun discuss efforts to back Lebanon’s army, end Israeli attacks ↗The French presidency said the aim of the Paris talks was to review a Lebanese armed forces deployment plan.
Al Jazeera · 18:07
Brazil’s Lula announces welfare increases ahead of presidential election ↗Government says that increase represents an adjustment for inflation that has eaten away purchasing power since 2023.
Al Jazeera · 18:15
English FA calls for Infantino to release FIFA World Cup sell-off documents ↗Gianni Infantino's World Cup selloff plan has faced global backlash with English FA latest to seek document release.
France 24 · 18:16
The Ceuta effect: how far will Europe's anti-migrant backlash go? ↗As the United States threatens Europe with more tariffs and eyes Greenland, as Russia tests the continent’s resolve over Ukraine, as the planet overheats, where do citizens sense the biggest threat? In her Wednesday state of the EU speech, the Commission president addressed Ursula von der Leyen going big on manning…
Al Jazeera · 18:18
South Africa gender commissioner: women ‘hunted’ amid femicide crisis ↗A ninth woman has been found dead amid a wave of killings in South Africa’s Ekurhuleni region, east of Johannesburg.
ABC Australia · 18:30
Are best books lists 'reductive and performative' or good for readers? ↗While best books lists have their detractors, the form has proved popular for 150 years. What's behind the enduring appeal of the best-of list?
ABC Australia · 18:30
Bill Bailey on music, mischief and touring Australia ↗Bill Bailey talks about what makes Australia special, making music across language barriers, midnight rehearsals and preparing for a typewriter solo, jammed keys and all.
ABC Australia · 18:30
Friday news quiz: Macklemore dropped, Harry and Meghan's school run and a breath test bonus ↗Today we have changes of plans for Harry and Meghan as well as Macklemore and Ed Sheeran. Plus cows wearing socks, sort of.
The Guardian World · 18:30
‘I’m genuinely sorry’: Australian Hyrox athlete who soiled herself apologises to China and rivals ↗Joanna Wietrzyk ‘regrets’ decision to keep racing She forfeits points from her win in the Beijing race Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast The Australian athlete who caused a storm by winning a Hyrox event in China despite soiling herself during the race has apologised to the “peop…
Al Jazeera · 18:34
US secures release of detained citizen Adam Castillo in Myanmar ↗Businessman Adam Castillo had been detained by authorities for three months on breach of trust allegations.
Al Jazeera · 18:36
Jerusalem Daily: Israelis protest outside ‘NAZA’ filmmaker’s home ↗Dozens of Israelis protested outside 'NAZA' filmmaker’s family home, chanting 'death to traitors'
ABC Australia · 18:41
Minister says detaining visa overstayers will not lead to ICE-style raids ↗Migration experts slap down a Greens claim that the Border Force crackdown on visa overstayers will be akin to ICE raids in the United States, saying it was an uncontroversial procedure that occurred regularly until 2015.
ABC Australia · 18:42
Republican breaks with Trump over immigration crackdown ahead of US midterms ↗A Latina Republican lawmaker facing a competitive re-election race in Florida has warned Donald Trump that his immigration enforcement agenda has overreached.
ABC Australia · 18:44
Russian plans include strikes against Ukraine's allies, says Polish PM ↗In a speech to the Polish parliament, Donald Tusk says there is a "real risk" that Russian drones may fall on "the territory of one or several NATO countries on the eastern flank" and call it an accident.
France 24 · 18:44
'Stalemate' in Lebanon: Hezbollah justifies weapons, citing Israeli occupation and ongoing attacks ↗Angela Diffley is pleased to welcome Dr Filippo Dionigi, Senior Lecturer in Politics and International Relations at the University of Bristol. According to Dr. Dionigi, the central obstacle to Hezbollah’s disarmament is not simply the military capacity of the Lebanese state, but the absence of a political settlement…
ABC Australia · 18:44
Business and miners back Labor's migration policies, but farmers angry ↗Business groups, miners, and the housing industry welcome the Albanese government's changes to the migration system, but farmers and the hospitality and tourism industries say they will make labour shortages worse.
France 24 · 18:47
Trump declines to back Saudi Arabia as US officials reportedly meet Iran-backed Houthis in Oman ↗US officials met representatives of Yemen's Houthis in Oman over the weekend, five sources familiar with the matter said, days after the Iran-backed militia seized a strategic stretch of the Red Sea coast in a sweeping offensive that routed Saudi-backed forces. U.S. President Donald Trump has so far rebuffed pleas f…
ABC Australia · 18:48
Labor pounces on migration problems, but leaves massive wedge for critics ↗After the embarrassment of having to abort his earlier press club appearance, Tony Burke produced a package that, on his own admission, did not contain all he'd wished.
ABC Australia · 18:48
Researchers who analysed 10,000 crashes say car size does matter ↗A study of 13 years of crashes in Australia finds a link between car height and risk of pedestrian death, particularly for women and children.
France 24 · 18:50
India vows to protect energy security after new US tariffs over Russian oil ↗India has warned Washington that new measures to levy tariffs over the purchase of Russian oil could impact bilateral ties, the South Asian nation's foreign ministry said on Thursday, hours after the U.S. made a new move to punish such buyers. Earlier in the day, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a sweeping s…
Al Jazeera · 18:54
Serbia opens factory to assemble Israeli-made drones ↗Critics say Serbia's military ties with Israel are rising significantly.
ABC Australia · 18:58
Diesel 'crack spread' filling refiners' coffers as conflict cuts margins ↗The "crack spread", or profit margin, on diesel is increasing as refiners capitalise on the Middle East conflict, and it's hurting the slim margins of Australia's farmers.
ABC Australia · 19:00
These tiny crocodiles may be at risk, but they can't be listed as 'threatened' ↗The Northern Territory's tiny crocs are freshwater crocodiles not a separate species. Despite this, some scientists think the crocs are unique and need special protection.
ABC Australia · 19:00
Shirt brand owner shares fix to get thousands of Temu dupes taken down ↗Warwick Levy spent hours trying to get his brand's T-shirt designs removed from Temu as its reporting platform kept crashing.
ABC Australia · 19:01
Charles 'giddily elated' on night Diana was killed, her brother claims ↗Princess Diana's brother has accused King Charles III of sounding "giddily elated, like a lottery winner" on the night his ex-wife was killed in a car crash almost three decades ago.
Al Jazeera · 19:04
Third person dies from malaria in cluster near Germany’s Frankfurt Airport ↗Frankfurt grapples with a rare malaria outbreak tied to air travel, marking three deaths in recent months.
ABC Australia · 19:09
Victorian TAFE teachers working seven unpaid hours on average each week ↗A new report has found Victoria's TAFE system receives the lowest "per hour" funding in the country, prompting fears the growing state will fail to meet critical skills requirements.
ABC Australia · 19:21
How Swans rebuilt their midfield to challenge for premiership ↗Instead of star power, the Swans are relying on structure and balance to drive them deeper into the finals.
France 24 · 19:29
'The harms have come to outweigh the benefits' of social media, researcher says ↗The EU laid out plans Thursday for strict age limits for children to access social media, games and AI assistants -- and on forcing companies to make platforms safe before minors use them. Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Lisa Dittmer, Researcher, Children and Young People’s Digital Rights at Amnesty Internation…
Al Jazeera · 19:30
Russia ‘sabotaging’ power supply lines at Zaporizhzhia plant: Greenpeace ↗Investigation finds no evidence of Russia's claims that Ukrainian attacks hit the nuclear power plant.
Al Jazeera · 19:31
Houthi leader denies targeting Mecca, vows to protect holy city ↗Houthi leader Abdul Malik al-Houthi pledges to defend Mecca and other Islamic holy sites.
NPR News · 19:33
Can an AI chatbot save lives by answering texts about pregnancy? ↗Many questions come up during pregnancy. Is swelling normal? Are avocados safe to eat? For folks in Kenya who don't have a search engine at their fingertips, a chatbot is offering a lifeline. (Image credit: Donwilson Odhiambo/SOPA Images/LightRocket)
Al Jazeera · 19:34
Four bodies found in Nepal tunnel as flood search continues ↗Rescuers in Nepal have recovered four bodies from a flooded hydropower tunnel in Chilime.
ABC Australia · 19:39
Drug drivers will face higher fines under new Queensland laws ↗Drink and drug drivers will face higher penalties under new laws passed in Queensland parliament.
Al Jazeera · 19:42
Ilhan Omar attacker sentenced to more than a year in prison ↗The assailant sprayed vinegar at Ilhan Omar, admitting political motives were behind the assault at a townhall.
ABC Australia · 19:47
Wilsons Prom's Sealers Cove track reopens after five years ↗The road to repair Sealer's Cove is a tale straight from the pages of Swiss Family Robinson and includes helicopters, barges, and a temporary camp and mess hall created to get the job done.
ABC Australia · 19:52
'A dream come true': Walton's unconventional road to professional tennis ↗Adam Walton's path to professional tennis began far from the bright lights of the ATP tour, on courts tucked inside a racetrack in the small Queensland town of Home Hill.
Al Jazeera · 19:54
Russia’s plans may include strikes against Ukraine’s allies, Poland says ↗Warsaw also says it scrambled military planes in response to a Russian attack in western Ukraine, close to its border.
France 24 · 19:57
'Guess who didn't like Mark Carney's speech today? The far-right' ↗"There was thunderous applause for Mark Carney, a standing ovation, the centrist MEPs all loved him, the far-left MEPs also really liked it. But guess who didn't like this speech today? The far-right. Far-Right MEPs were grumbling about Mark Carney's presence and even when he started his speech one, a far-right MEP…
ABC Australia · 19:58
Council in Sydney moves state-first ban on 'pervert glasses' at pools ↗Canterbury-Bankstown is the first Sydney council to introduce a blanket ban on smart glasses, following similar action by local governments in Queensland and Victoria.
NPR News · 20:00
Retired Olympic superstar Jessie Diggins wins her first-ever 100 mile trail race ↗This spring Jessie Diggins retired as one of America's most successful winter Olympic athletes at age 34. She's relaxing by entering 100-mile trail running races and navigating what comes next. (Image credit: Erica Dischino)
France 24 · 20:04
Trump threatens EU over 'hostile' Canada association plan ↗US President Donald Trump threatened on Wednesday to cut trade with the European Union after the bloc proposed to make Canada its first ever associate member. "I think it's laughable," Trump told reporters when asked about the plan. "If they do that, if I think it's at all a hostile act, I will put very serious tari…
ABC Australia · 20:05
Liberal Party grapples with promoting Alex Antic at high-stakes AGM ↗In a ballot that will have implications in Canberra, the South Australian Liberal Party is set to decide whether its future lies with the controversial right-wing senator.
ABC Australia · 20:13
From African shepherd to Australia's marathon record holder ↗Australian long-distance runner, Haftu Strintzos, shares his "double life" from being a barefoot shepherd in Ethiopia to claiming the national marathon record on just his fourth attempt.
NPR News · 20:23
ICE agent appears in Minnesota court to face charges in the shooting of a Venezuelan immigrant ↗Christian Castro, a federal immigration officer, made his first court appearance in Minnesota since he was booked Wednesday into a local jail. Castro faces multiple state and federal charges in connection with a shooting during the immigration surge in Minnesota. (Image credit: Michael Gonzalez)
France 24 · 20:25
Serial killer suspicions in South Africa ↗In tonight's edition, the body of a 9th woman is found in Johannesburg as South African police start investigating a potential femicidal serial killer. Also, Africans are excited about what good use of the technology could mean to growth, but many are also worried about what an AI free-for all could soon mean for th…
France 24 · 20:27
AFP photo shows Trump examining image of apparent Kennedy Center razing ↗An AFP photo of Donald Trump examining a depiction of Washington's Kennedy Center apparently being demolished sparked widespread attention Thursday after the president threatened to tear down the revered arts venue because he has been blocked from renaming it after himself. FRANCE 24's Fraser Jackson reports from Wa…
Al Jazeera · 20:30
Why have China’s oil prices reached a record high? ↗Why have China's oil prices reached a record high?
Al Jazeera · 20:37
Can ‘middle powers’ come together to build a new economic alliance? ↗Canada's prime minister outlines plans for stronger ties with the EU.
France 24 · 20:43
French fishermen to end blockades over fuel prices ↗French fishermen have agreed to lift their blockades at fuel depots and ports including Nice, after talks with the government over financial aid. They say soaring fuel prices since the start of the war with Iran are pushing them to the brink. Also in the segment - India could be hit by fresh US tariffs if it keeps b…
The Guardian World · 20:43
New cat species identified in Bolivia for first time in more than a century ↗New species of wild cat was discovered in Bolivia’s Yungas forest and is smaller than the average domestic cat A diminutive wild cat that inhabits Bolivia’s cloud forest has been identified as a previously unknown species, marking the first time a new living cat species has been formally named and described in mor…
ABC Australia · 20:44
AUKUS felt 'too hard' at times, former White House official says ↗Five years after the pact between Australia, the US, and the UK was announced, three of its key architects assess its progress toward its goals, including arming Australia with nuclear-powered submarines to deter Chinese aggression in the Indo-Pacific.
ABC Australia · 20:44
Lifesaving Central Queensland rescue services to go to tender ↗The state government is seeking a single operator to tender for the operation of two aeromedical services in central Queensland.
BBC World · 20:44
US to allow Iran delegation to attend UN meetings in New York as war passes half-year mark ↗The BBC understands Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi are among the delegates allowed to enter the US.
Al Jazeera · 20:46
Why does Brazil get to speak first at UNGA? ↗Why does Brazil get to speak first at UNGA?
Al Jazeera · 20:47
At least 26 killed in clashes along Sudan-South Sudan border region ↗UN Interim Security Force for Abyei strengthens security on the ground after days of deadly fighting.
ABC Australia · 21:01
Live: ASIO chief says media, politicians should have done more to call out antisemitism ↗Mike Burgess tells a podcast that he, media and politicians should have done more to call out antisemitism following the October 7 attacks. Follow live.
Al Jazeera · 21:01
Russia, China veto UN mandate to monitor Iran sanctions ↗Move ends the Security Council’s watchdog panel on Iran sanctions.
ABC Australia · 21:03
Safety fears after plane's near miss with drone photographing canola crop ↗Blooming canola is a drone photographer's delight, but reports of potentially fatal near misses with aircraft have prompted a warning for operators.
Al Jazeera · 21:08
Pennsylvania seeks CDC help amid dispute over US measles deaths ↗The CDC and officials from the US state differ over how four deaths should be classified as cases continue to spread.
France 24 · 21:09
The Canada-EU partnership 'a classic win-win situation', economist says ↗Speaking with FRANCE 24's Monte Francis, Fabian Zuleeg, Chief Economist at the European Policy Center, says that the partnership between Canada and the EU "is a classic win-win situation. Canada has many resources, has many of the economic strengths that the European Union lacks, the EU has a very large market, it i…
France 24 · 21:10
Intent not malicious, it's indifference: Thousands, if not millions, of books sent to AI woodchipper ↗François Picard is pleased to welcome investigative journalist Emanuel Maiberg, Co-founder of 404 Media. As we embark on AI's uncharted waters, Maiberg has made a most unexpected discovery:: the mass acquisition, dismemberment and scanning of rare books for use as training data. His investigation reveals a globalise…
France 24 · 21:12
The Canada-EU partnership 'a classic win-win situation', economist says ↗Speaking with FRANCE 24's Monte Francis, Fabian Zuleeg, Chief Economist at the European Policy Center, says that the partnership between Canada and the EU "is a classic win-win situation. Canada has many resources, has many of the economic strengths that the European Union lacks, the EU has a very large market, it i…
ABC Australia · 21:15
Sydney suburban football pitch upgrade soars to $24m ↗It was meant to cost $3.3 million to turn Norman Griffiths Oval into a synthetic field, but a new report has suggested another seven-figure budget increase for what critics say is Australia's most expensive football pitch.
NPR News · 21:17
Trump withdraws Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper, as his nominee to lead ICE ↗The White House says it is withdrawing its nomination of Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper, to lead ICE, ensuring that an agency at the forefront of President Trump's domestic agenda will remain without a Senate-confirmed leader for at least a while longer. (Image credit: Matt Kelley)
France 24 · 21:19
US Midterms: Russian disinformation campaign targets Democrats ↗With US midterm elections now less than two months away, a series of videos have surfaced online, featuring celebrities seemingly denouncing the Democrats. However, the clips are false, and were created using artificial intelligence, as FRANCE 24's Charlotte Hughes explains.
Al Jazeera · 21:20
US approves visas for top Iranian leaders to attend UN General Assembly ↗Iran's delegation to UNGA will be smaller this year, with travel restrictions and limits on luxury goods purchases.
ABC Australia · 21:21
Perth artist paints Parkinson's as monster in solo exhibit ↗Andrew Grero, 40, who was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson's disease four years ago, aims to explain how it affects those living with it through his colourful artworks.
ABC Australia · 21:25
Social media and cultural taste sparks demand for exotic fruits ↗Tropical fruits previously rare to Far North Queensland are finding a booming customer base in capital cities as retailers stock more of the unusual produce.
Al Jazeera · 21:27
Yemenis recount journey to Djibouti as refugee arrivals surge ↗Djibouti has appealed to the international community to help provide humanitarian assistance as thousand flee Yemen.
ABC Australia · 21:29
Live: ASX eyes gains as Wall Street rallies ↗Australian shares head for a positive start after Wall Street rebounds, with tech stocks rallying as oil prices and global bond yields retreat. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.
ABC Australia · 21:31
NT paramedics could carry pepper spray for safety, minister says ↗The NT government has floated the idea of ambulance officers carrying pepper spray and employing body-worn cameras for their safety, as assault rates against paramedics remain high.
The Guardian World · 21:33
Australia news live: Albanese to meet Apple’s Tim Cook in US after social media reform; Burke defends immigration policy ↗Follow the day’s news live. Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Federal employment minister Amanda Rishworth has said she “[doesn’t] accept the premise” of the argument that Labor’s proposed cuts to migration would threaten food security and affect the cost of living. She told ABC New…
Al Jazeera · 21:38
Trump administration approves sale of F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia ↗The deal, which needs approval from Congress, comes as Riyadh seeks Washington's help in its war with Yemen's Houthis.
ABC Australia · 21:39
Bushfire survivor builds fire-resistant tiny home that fits in ute tray ↗Architect Adriano Pupilli creates a flat-packed tiny home that meets the second-highest bushfire attack level after enduring the 2019 Black Summer bushfires.
Al Jazeera · 21:42
US judge orders 30-day notice prior to any Kennedy Center physical changes ↗The ruling comes amid legal battle over Trump’s changes to the Kennedy Center, including his effort to rename it.
ABC Australia · 22:01
Shark attack rescuer struggling to forget the blood ↗Keen surfer Shannan Dunn hopes to get back in the water soon, after he was the first to assist a fellow surfer bitten by a shark this week.
Al Jazeera · 22:12
Trinidad and Tobago ends state of emergency amid pushback over mass arrests ↗Lawyers criticised mass arrests under emergency powers that allowed authorities to detain people without charge.
Al Jazeera · 22:19
Russia election: Could other parties challenge United Russia? ↗Russians vote for the first time since 2022. Can opposition parties challenge Putin-backed United Russia in this vote?
ABC Australia · 22:20
First Nations netballers driving change, bringing cultural safety ↗Netball has long lacked Indigenous representation at the elite level. The introduction of the First Nations Tournament and Black Swans are some measures the code is taking to address cultural safety.
ABC Australia · 22:24
Queensland 18yo charged with possessing violent extremist material ↗Acting on a tip from the FBI, Queensland officers executed a search warrant at a Warner home in May, allegedly finding violent extremist material, as well as child abuse material.
France 24 · 22:29
French police officer arrested over suspected far-right terror plot ↗A French police officer who allegedly adheres to a 'violent radical far-right ideology' has been arrested on suspicion of plotting attacks against state interests and manufacturing 3D-printed weapons, sources told AFP Thursday.
ABC Australia · 22:40
How the WA government tried — and failed — to limit payouts to abuse survivors ↗The Western Australian government was seeking "immunity from liability" in cases put forward by child sex abuse victim-survivors, but the Supreme Court has ruled against it.
ABC Australia · 22:48
Melbourne woman set to be extradited after gun allegedly linked to Sydney killing ↗NSW Police are seeking to extradite a Melbourne woman after they allege they have linked a gun used in two other shootings to the death of Marco Tapia in Sydney's south-west in early September.
France 24 · 22:56
Rare Aztec manuscript returns to Mexico on loan after nearly two centuries in France ↗A prized 16th-century manuscript chronicling the rise and fall of the Aztec Empire has gone on display in Mexico City, nearly two centuries after it was taken to France, as Mexico continues to press Paris for its permanent return.
BBC World · 23:15
New wild cat species discovered - with only one known living member ↗A spotted wildcat long mistaken for relatives has been identified as a new species in Bolivia.
Al Jazeera · 23:16
US approves $414M uranium investment in Niger, two years after troops left ↗Uranium project investment could mark a turning point in US-Niger and US-Canada relations.
ABC Australia · 23:16
Pioneering WA abalone ranch winding down amid mounting losses ↗Rare Foods Australia winds down operations amid a Chinese supply glut and falling prices for abalone, after once being the biggest employer in the WA seaside town of Augusta.
BBC World · 23:24
'This is our company': Nigerians show off oil wealth after share-buying frenzy ↗Many Nigerians buy their first ever shares - in the oil refinery owned by Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote.
BBC World · 23:29
This Olympic river has 500 crocodiles in it - but that's not the main concern ↗Queensland's Fitzroy River has been selected for the 2032 Games, despite concerns over the course - and its inhabitants.
Al Jazeera · 23:42
Migrant crossings to Europe by sea drop sharply amid heightened risks: IOM ↗More than 2,200 migrants died or vanished at sea in 2026, despite declining crossings into Europe, says IOM.
ABC Australia · 23:45
Fiji declares national HIV emergency as cases soar ↗One in 60 people in the Pacific nation now have the virus, prompting authorities to boost testing.
ABC Australia · 23:58
Outback nurse credits non-profit counselling service for saving career ↗A remote area nurse who has previously worked across the Pilbara and Kimberley is encouraging other regional nurses and midwives to seek peer-to-peer counselling if experiencing burnout, anxiety or isolation.