Friday, 18 September 2026
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Al Jazeera · 00:00
Iran war live: Trump weighs ‘big decision’ on Iran, tanker hit in Hormuz ↗Trump says he faces a 'big decision' on whether to 'annihilate' his Iranian foes, adding that 'anything could happen'.
Nature News · 00:00
First for RNA therapy: man with rare motor-neuron disease improves after treatment ↗Nature, Published online: 18 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02945-z Gene-targeting treatments could be used to treat other people with rare forms of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Nature News · 00:00
Chinese companies doubled down on science after US tech restrictions ↗Nature, Published online: 18 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02946-y Affected Chinese companies adjusted their sources of knowledge to stay competitive.
Nature News · 00:00
Daily briefing: How to turn a paper into an AI agent ↗Nature, Published online: 18 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02994-4 A new tool is designed to help researchers interact with published papers. Plus, promising news for an RNA-based treatment for ALS and how psychoactive drugs might have shaped pre-Incan culture.
Nature News · 00:00
AI cracked the Navier–Stokes challenge. What does that mean for physics? ↗Nature, Published online: 18 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02922-6 Physicists and mathematicians are going beyond the classic equations of fluid dynamics to understand turbulence — often with the help of AI.
Nature News · 00:00
Briefing Chat: Evidence mounts for hidden chambers beyond Tutankhamun's tomb ↗Nature, Published online: 18 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02984-6 Nature staff discuss data that could point to Nefertiti’s burial place — plus, the implant that translates brain activity into speech and gestures.
Nature News · 00:00
How to make a brain: new experiments challenge existing picture ↗Nature, Published online: 18 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02943-1 Research also uncovers an efficient way to grow hindbrain cells from stem cells — a difficult feat.
Nature News · 00:00
Europe pushes for space independence amid geopolitical rifts ↗Nature, Published online: 18 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02919-1 The European Union is easing its reliance on US space infrastructure — and is seeking to grow its satellite and launch operations.
Nature News · 00:00
Cognitive resilience helps to predict Alzheimer’s dementia ↗Nature, Published online: 18 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02897-4 The trait could explain why symptoms vary in severity between people with similar brain pathology.
Nature News · 00:00
How research funding took me out of the lab and into leadership ↗Nature, Published online: 18 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02184-2 Landing two large grants caused Anna Sandak to take on a managerial role in her team and made her reflect on what it means to contribute to research.
ABC Australia · 00:01
Trump seen looking at plans for Kennedy Center demolition ↗A judge has blocked any immediate efforts to destroy the Kennedy Center, after Donald Trump was photographed through the windows of Air Force One appearing to look at plans for the building's demolition.
Al Jazeera · 00:09
Iran expels Swedish diplomat in retaliatory move ↗Tehran gives Swedish official 48 hours to leave as Iran says Stockholm is bowing down to outside pressure.
ABC Australia · 00:22
K'gari resort set to be sold to US travel giant ↗K'gari's Kingfisher Bay Resort is set to be taken over by US-owned "experiential tourism" giant Journey Beyond.
The Guardian World · 00:23
Almost 50 dead in Nigeria after drinking alcohol suspected to contain methanol ↗Drinking locally made alcohol is common in Nigeria, especially in rural areas where it is more affordable and poorly regulated At least 48 people have died and about 100 others are receiving treatment in southern Nigeria after consuming a locally brewed alcoholic concoction suspected to contain methanol, officials…
ABC Australia · 00:26
Taipan crash inquiry leads to recommendation for Defence report review ↗The senate inquiry, which began its hearings in June, heard claims an independent Defence Flight Safety Bureau (DFSB) had been corrupted by a conflict of interest and contained "manipulated" evidence.
ABC Australia · 00:26
The fine, the party, and the building watchdog that went quiet ↗A major developer was disciplined. A media release was drafted. Then nothing. Why did NSW's building watchdog go quiet?
France 24 · 00:27
37 suspected illegal miners die in custody in central Nigeria ↗Nigerian authorities launched an investigation Thursday after 37 suspected illegal miners died in a civil defence detention facility in central Niger state, with conflicting accounts blaming either a disease outbreak or overcrowding and poor ventilation.
ABC Australia · 00:30
Loophole closed after rare private prosecution shuts Hepburn council ↗Earlier this year, businessman David Penman brought charges against five of the Hepburn Shire Council's seven councillors, who were forced to stand down.
ABC Australia · 00:32
School holidays flight disruption fear as QantasLink staff threaten action ↗School holidays start in Queensland, Victoria and the Northern Territory next week and there's planned Qantas industrial action affecting some regional flights and freight.
Al Jazeera · 00:49
Tunisia floods disrupt capital as heavy rain traps motorists and residents ↗Recurring floods disrupt daily life in Tunis, raising questions about drainage, transport and flood preparedness.
ABC Australia · 00:58
LA driver charged over bus collision before fatal news helicopter crash ↗Bailee Lynn Rios was speeding and drug-affected when she drove her SUV the wrong way down a busy avenue and struck a vehicle before ploughing into a bus, prosecutors say.
France 24 · 01:04
Trump says 'major progress' made toward US military base in Poland ↗US President Donald Trump said that Washington and Warsaw were making 'major progress' toward establishing a US military base in Poland, potentially giving the United States a permanent military foothold on NATO's eastern flank even as his administration reviews its broader troop presence in Europe.
Al Jazeera · 01:15
Former Assad officer sentenced to 60 years in US for torture ↗Former Syrian official sentenced to 60 years in US prison for torturing prisoners under al-Assad's regime.
BBC World · 01:20
Zara Larsson criticises White House for using her song in deportation video ↗The White House removed Larsson's Midnight Sun from one of its reels after the artist called the clip "dehumanising".
BBC World · 01:23
Canadians dream of Europe as Carney floats longshot plan for living and working in EU ↗Torontonians are excited by the possibility of moving to the EU, even if it is unlikely anytime soon.
Al Jazeera · 01:23
White House withdraws Lance Schroyer’s nomination to lead ICE ↗The ex-Oklahoma state trooper’s nomination had stalled in the Senate as ICE faced growing scrutiny over its operations.
BBC World · 01:31
Why US plan to sell F-35 warplanes to Saudi Arabia is controversial ↗Saudi Arabia has lobbied the US for years to buy F35s, the world's most advanced fighter jet.
ABC Australia · 01:32
Mary the runaway Tasmanian devil makes full return ↗The runaway Tasmanian devil has spent months in recovery after escaping from her enclosure and going missing in bushland on the Gold Coast.
ABC Australia · 01:35
A-League season start under threat with referees on strike ↗The A-League Men and Women seasons are just one month away. However, that start date is at risk as the nation's referees go on strike over "detrimental" and "untenable" changes over their work conditions.
Arts & Letters Daily · 01:37
How a young Roger Scruton, an apolitical and unusually charming Cambridge undergraduate, became Britain's most reviled intellectual ↗How a young Roger Scruton, an apolitical and unusually charming Cambridge undergraduate, became Britain's most reviled intellectual
Arts & Letters Daily · 01:37
The split between Harold Bloom and Northrop Frye led to no shortage of bad blood. But were their theories of literary inheritance that far apart? ↗The split between Harold Bloom and Northrop Frye led to no shortage of bad blood. But were their theories of literary inheritance that far apart?
Arts & Letters Daily · 01:37
In 2011, a reddish hair was found in Thomas Jefferson's bible. That discovery prompted a decade of DNA testing – and a lot of ill will ↗In 2011, a reddish hair was found in Thomas Jefferson's bible. That discovery prompted a decade of DNA testing – and a lot of ill will
Al Jazeera · 01:58
UN findings show US strikes on Minab could be war crimes ↗UN-backed human rights experts say the US committed possible war crimes when it launched two strikes.
Al Jazeera · 01:58
Syria warns Israel poses ‘the greatest threat’ to Middle East stability ↗UNSC meeting on Syria turned into a heated debate between Israel and Turkiye over troops in Syrian territory.
The Guardian World · 02:00
Russians go to polls against backdrop of Ukraine war and Putin’s tightening grip ↗President’s United Russia party faces no meaningful opposition after liberal anti-war party barred from ballot Russians are going to the polls to elect a new State Duma in a tightly controlled vote stripped of meaningful competition and with little doubt about the result. Vladimir Putin’s United Russia is expect…
ABC Australia · 02:06
Sydney woman sentenced to minimum three years' jail over husband's killing ↗A woman who killed and dismembered her husband before disposing of his remains in bins around south-west Sydney has been handed a minimum jail term of three years.
The Guardian World · 02:06
Sydney woman sentenced for killing and dismembering abusive husband ↗‘Disposal of the body in this case was as thorough as it was brutal,’ justice Peter Hamill said when sentencing 55-year-old Nirmeen Noufl Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast A woman who lied to police multiple times to cover u…
ABC Australia · 02:13
AI companies would need to report 'rogue' incidents under proposed laws ↗AI companies could be legally required to report rogue incidents such as the hacking of another company, under a proposal from the Albanese government as part of its plans for new safety, environmental and industrial rules for the technology.
ABC Australia · 02:28
The BOM revamps rain radar on maligned new website ↗The Bureau of Meteorology has made major updates to the rain radar on its website, nearly a year since its widely criticised launch.
ABC Australia · 02:42
Driver to be charged over Canberra double fatal collision with cyclists ↗Police say the 40-year-old female driver will face two charges of culpable driving causing death and one charge of negligent driving causing actual bodily harm.
Al Jazeera · 02:44
US Veteran told he is ‘embarrassing’ uniform over Israeli bonds stance ↗A veteran was told he is ‘embarrassing’ his uniform for protesting Palm Beach County’s $1B investment in Israel bonds.
Al Jazeera · 02:51
Drone attacks by Colombian armed groups more than double in early 2026 ↗Civilians are caught in the crossfire of drone attacks between armed groups and government forces.
Al Jazeera · 02:53
Italy to deploy warships to protect shipping through Bab al-Mandeb ↗Italy's defence minister warns of severe economic fallout if Bab al-Mandeb becomes impassable, bypassing EU delays.
ABC Australia · 03:01
Staff member, volunteer in hospital after nursing home alleged assault ↗Two people including a female staff member have been taken to hospital after an alleged assault at a nursing home in Adelaide's west.
ABC Australia · 03:08
Breaking: Suspected shark attack at Sorrento beach in Perth's north ↗Emergency services respond to a suspected shark attack at Sorrento beach north of Perth.
Al Jazeera · 03:13
Critics in meltdown over US cheese giant Tillamook halal label ↗Critics have launched a boycott campaign against US cheese giant Tillamook over its new halal labelling.
France 24 · 03:16
Live: At least five injured in Russian drone strikes in Kyiv region ↗At least five people were injured on Friday after Russian drone strikes struck the Kyiv region, including three children, local officials said. The attack came as polling stations in Russia opened for the country's first parliamentary election since the start of the war in Ukraine. Follow our liveblog for all the la…
ABC Australia · 03:20
Door not closed for Socceroos veteran despite another snub ↗Mat Ryan's Socceroos days are not over, coach Tony Popovic insists, despite the decorated captain being left out of his first squad since the World Cup.
Al Jazeera · 03:20
Japan’s interest rate hiked to 31-year high at 1.25% as inflation rises ↗Bank of Japan raises benchmark interest rate from 1 to 1.25 percent, pledging to help counter inflation risks.
ABC Australia · 03:30
How the NRL's most underrated player explains the Knights ↗After a breakout season, Newcastle lock Mat Croker has proven himself the most underrated player in the NRL and is at the heart of the Knights' rise from wooden spooners to semifinalists.
ABC Australia · 03:32
Japan lifts interest rates to counter 'shocking' inflation ↗The Bank of Japan today increased rates to 1.25 per cent, in a widely anticipated move to counter inflation fuelled by high energy costs.
ABC Australia · 03:33
Breaking: SA government commits $109m to help struggling wine industry ↗The South Australian government has announced a $109 million support package for the state's struggling wine industry.
ABC Australia · 03:37
Alleged child sexual abuser facing 55 charges gets bail 'given his age' ↗A man linked to a now-defunct Adelaide youth detention facility who is accused of dozens of alleged sexual offences — many of them against children — has been granted home detention bail.
ABC Australia · 03:44
Elderly man murdered wife in their Canberra home, judge finds ↗A judge has determined Manfred Uhle, now 88, did murder his wife, Wanda, in their home in Canberra's south last year.
The Guardian World · 04:04
Indonesia gets its first aircraft carrier amid debate over cost and military ambitions ↗The gift from Italy has sparked fierce debate among defence analysts and opposition politicians who question its true cost and purpose Indonesia has received its first aircraft carrier, a former Italian warship that the government says will strengthen the archipelagic nation’s maritime security and disaster respon…
The Guardian World · 04:06
Paul Keating says Aukus locking Australia into a US war against China, which it would ‘certainly lose’ ↗Former prime minister says US would ‘scuttle itself back to San Diego’, leaving Australia to deal with retribution from China Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast Aukus critic Paul Keating has said the submarine deal is locking Au…
ABC Australia · 04:08
A week of Houthi attacks threatens Saudi oil and rattles markets ↗The Iran-backed Houthi rebels have made their biggest land grab in years, reigniting Yemen's 12-year long civil war and pushing up global fuel prices.
Al Jazeera · 04:16
New tiger cat species identified in Bolivia, first in over a century ↗Leopardus tilcayo is the first new living cat species named and described in more than a century.
ABC Australia · 04:25
Questions about Anthropic and Queensland data centre answered ↗As Australia, and more specifically Queensland, opens the door to artificial intelligence, here's some things you should know.
Al Jazeera · 04:27
Could this economic squeeze sway US voters? ↗Americans on the lower end of the economy are feeling the impact of higher borrowing costs and weaker purchasing power.
ABC Australia · 04:31
Markets bet 95pc chance of September rate hike after latest RBA comments ↗If you are struggling with current interest rates, the Reserve Bank's leaders delivered the sobering message that they are only just getting back to a "more sensible level".
ABC Australia · 04:48
Anti-corruption watchdog charges police officer with assault of child ↗The Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission (IBAC) has charged a Victorian police officer with common assault against a teenager.
ABC Australia · 04:51
Inbred owl faces extinction without genetic rescue, scientists warn ↗Inbreeding could lead to extinction of an endangered owl on a remote island.
ABC Australia · 04:55
Man busted with 9kg of methodone at Melbourne Airport ↗A Geelong man has been charged over trying to import around 2,500 methadone pills into Melbourne after arriving on a flight from Thailand.
ABC Australia · 04:57
Social service body says Qld's breach bail laws were made in 'echo chamber' ↗The LNP administration's latest measure to curb crime, breach bail, go to jail, is being examined by a parliamentary committee.
ABC Australia · 04:58
Police continue search for potentially armed man in rural Queensland ↗A Queensland Police operation to locate a missing man believed to be in possession of a firearm continues in the state's north.
ABC Australia · 05:00
A beginner's guide to growing flowers to decorate your home ↗Flowers can be a great way to bring more colour into your home, and while growing your own might sound challenging, it's simpler than you think.
ABC Australia · 05:02
Murder accused appears in court over death of 48yo man ↗Forty-two-year-old Dominic Alexander Carbonari appears in a Tasmanian court charged with the murder of a 48-year-old man in the state's north-west.
Al Jazeera · 05:02
Australia to detain tourists who overstay visas amid immigration crackdown ↗More than 77,000 visa overstayers face detention or departure as Australia cracks down on immigration violations.
Al Jazeera · 05:03
Fire engulfs Zaporizhzhia shopping centre after Russian strike ↗A Russian strike hit a shopping centre in Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine, sparking a major fire.
France 24 · 05:04
Europa League: Marseille suffer heavy defeat at Besiktas ↗Marseille suffered a heavy 4-1 defeat at Besiktas in Turkey in their opening Europa League match. The result was a fourth consecutive defeat for the French side, who must now prepare for Sunday’s Classique against Paris Saint-Germain at the Vélodrome.
NPR News · 05:16
The driver who slammed into an LA bus before helicopter crash is charged with murder ↗An SUV driver was under the influence of drugs when she swerved into the wrong lane, blew a red light and slammed into a Los Angeles city bus, killing two riders, prosecutors said as they charged her with murder. (Image credit: Jae C. Hong)
Al Jazeera · 05:23
South Korea says US-North Korea talks possible, rules out Hormuz deployment ↗South Korean president will facilitate US-North Korea talks but will not deploy troops in US war on Iran.
Al Jazeera · 05:26
UN mission alleges crimes against humanity in Iranian protest crackdown ↗A UN fact-finding mission has concluded Iranian forces committed crimes against humanity.
ABC Australia · 05:36
Breaking: Australian accused of murdering Thai teenager pleads not guilty ↗Simon Carman, the Australian man accused of murdering Thai teenager Tunchanok Donhomla in June, has pleaded not guilty to all charges in his first court appearance since the girl's death.
ABC Australia · 05:36
Think you've dodged the flu this year? Don't be so sure ↗Australia is facing an abnormally late surge in influenza numbers this year, but the total amount of cases is predicted to be far fewer than in 2025.
Al Jazeera · 05:37
Russia’s parliamentary election: Who’s on the ballot, and why it matters ↗United Russia won more than two-thirds of the Duma's seats in the 2021 election and is poised to dominate the body again
France 24 · 05:38
Russia votes in parliamentary election as war in Ukraine drags on ↗Polls opened in Russia's Far East on Friday as the country began three days of voting for its parliamentary election, the first since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The Kremlin's main party, United Russia, is poised to keep its grip on power alongside other parties aligned with President Vladimi…
The Guardian World · 05:53
‘We have something that will kill Elliott’: Icac questions former Labor councillor over message ↗Sharangan Maheswaran denies message he received about NSW minister was related to work for fugitive property developer Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast A former Labor councillor says he had a “common interest” with a conservat…
The Guardian World · 05:54
South Korea will not send military to support US war on Iran, defying Trump pressure ↗Seoul resolves recent speculation over sending military to strait of Hormuz, saying ‘there won’t be deployment that would involve or enter war’ South Korea’s president, Lee Jae Myung, has said he will not deploy the military to the Middle East in a way that could draw the country into conflict, resisting calls fro…
The Guardian World · 06:00
Revealed: How Russia use mobile ‘super-app’ Max to spy on its citizens ↗Research shows tens of millions of people are being forced to use platform that amounts to ‘backdoor’ on their device Over the past 18 months, tens of millions of Russians have been forced to install a new app on their phones – a violet-blue button designed for messaging and payments, called Max. Authorities hav…
Al Jazeera · 06:02
Oman oil escape route: How ship-to-ship transfers work — despite big risks ↗Oman’s Sohar port is becoming a popular spot for ship-to-ship oil transfers amid continued Hormuz blockade.
ABC Australia · 06:07
Queensland Rail network to return to normal after pay agreement reached ↗A long-running pay dispute between Queensland Rail and seven unions has ended with an agreement, following months of delays for commuters.
ABC Australia · 06:12
Pockets of Hobart's eastern shore face 'extreme' fire danger as temperatures set to soar ↗A confluence of high temperatures, dry air and windy conditions is forecast to create a high fire danger rating for much of Tasmania this weekend, with Sunday to have an elevated risk.
France 24 · 06:15
Early voting begins in US midterms that could see Republicans lose control of Congress ↗In-person early voting for the US midterm elections begins Friday, six weeks ahead of the final November 3 vote, which will determine whether Republicans will maintain their majority in the US House and Senate. Some of the main issues American voters are deciding on are how to navigate the cost-of-living crisis, the…
The Guardian World · 06:18
Liberal and Greens senators call for age of criminal responsibility to be lifted in wake of youth justice report ↗Incorrect media reporting is leading to inconsistent treatment of children across states and territories, the report found Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Senators from the Liberals and Greens have joined forces to call for t…
ABC Australia · 06:19
Senate inquiry slams 'false narrative' youth crime wave gripping Australia ↗A federal inquiry has slammed what it calls a "false narrative" in media reporting that Australia is "in the grip of a youth crime wave", while urging the government to implement national minimum standards in youth justice.
France 24 · 06:29
US approves $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35 warplanes to Saudi Arabia ↗The United States on Thursday said it had approved a $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35 stealth warplanes to Saudi Arabia. Israel has previously voiced concerns about Riyadh buying F-35s, despite a push to normalise relations.
ABC Australia · 06:38
Tasmanian Aboriginal elder Aunty Patsy Cameron dies aged 79 ↗Tasmanian elder Aunty Patsy Cameron has died, leaving behind a legacy of improving educational outcomes for Aboriginal Tasmanians.
Al Jazeera · 06:45
Nigerian police probe death in custody of 37 illegal mining suspects ↗Officials blame disease outbreak for deaths as survivor suggests they suffocated.
Al Jazeera · 06:45
In Yemen, war at home and in the region drives up prices ↗Families in Sanaa brace for higher food and transport costs after first fuel price increase in four years.
Al Jazeera · 06:48
‘Outrageous lies’: How Israeli voters are shrugging off Western sanctions ↗New sanctions highlight Israel's isolation, yet analysts say they won't sway voters before October's elections.
ABC Australia · 07:00
Rachel Griffiths to return to Aussie stages for first time in 25 years ↗Clarice Beckett's paintings languished in a farm shed for decades before she was recognised by the Australian art establishment. Rachel Griffiths will play her in a new show.
ABC Australia · 07:05
LA Rams coach hopes his NFL team never plays in Australia again ↗Los Angeles coach Sean McVay is thrilled his Rams' season opener at the MCG is behind them and hopes they do not ever do it again.
The Guardian World · 07:14
Japan raises interest rates to 31-year high to curb impact of rising prices ↗Increase from 1% to 1.25% follows US Federal Reserve and European Central Bank tightening monetary policy Business live – latest updates Japan’s central bank has increased interest rates to a fresh 31-year high as it attempts to combat high global inflation linked to the war in Iran. The Bank of Japan voted t…
BBC World · 07:14
Japan raises interest rate to new 31-year high to curb rising prices ↗Central banks around the world have hiked rates as high energy prices are pushing up inflation.
ABC Australia · 07:17
Blistering Head ton leads Australia to victory in second ODI in Zimbabwe ↗Travis Head has scored his first century since last summer's Ashes, with the punchy southpaw's eighth ODI ton leading Australia to an 84-run victory over Zimbabwe in the second ODI in Harare.
ABC Australia · 07:17
ODI live: Australia tries to back up opening win over Zimbabwe ↗Australia's men's team is back in Harare for the second of three ODIs against Zimbabwe after Matt Renshaw's heroics in the first game. Check out the live scores and stats in our ScoreCentre.
France 24 · 07:23
French PM vows to cut public spending by €54 billion to reduce deficit ↗Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said on Thursday that France will cut public spending by €54 billion next year to reduce the country's deficit. The announcement comes seven months ahead of the country's presidential election, and the government is wary of a new wave of demonstrations with a jump in global oil price…
The Guardian World · 07:28
Victorian police officer charged after allegedly punching and kicking handcuffed teenager during arrest ↗Detective senior constable is due to face court in Ballarat next month on common assault charge Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast A Victorian detective allegedly punched and kicked a teenager multiple times while they were handcuffed and compliant during an arrest last year, the state…
The Guardian World · 07:34
Swimmer dies after being bitten by shark off popular Perth beach ↗Authorities called to Sorrento Beach on Friday morning following reports of shark-related incident Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast A man has died after being bitten by a shark off Sorrento Beach in Perth’s north. Emergency…
The Guardian World · 07:35
‘Brutal’: thousands of T-shirt designs stolen and listed on Temu, Sydney label claims ↗Warwick Levy, who runs Lonely Kids Club, says AI may have been used to scrape his entire website and replicate designs Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast After 15 years running a small business making T-shirts, Warwick Levy says it was “brutal” when he first discovered an identical des…
NPR News · 07:37
It's illegal for armed federal officers to be at polls. Lawsuits seek to ensure that ↗The latest lawsuit, first reported by NPR, argues the Trump administration's repeated suggestions that federal officers could be at polling sites is a form of illegal voter intimidation. (Image credit: Michael Ciaglo)
The Guardian World · 07:40
Labor’s plans for visa overstayer detention centres branded a ‘Donald Trump twist’ on immigration ↗Australian Greens senator compares government’s policy to ICE as Tony Burke calls it a ‘ridiculous claim’ Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast The federal government’s move to reopen detention centres for visa overstayers, overseen by compliance officers, has drawn comparison from the Gr…
Al Jazeera · 07:47
Philippines school shooting leaves at least two dead ↗This is a breaking news story.
Al Jazeera · 07:54
Indonesia acquires first aircraft carrier amid military upgrade ↗Indonesia says vessel will be used to aid disaster relief across the archipelago.
NPR News · 08:02
What to know after a week of Houthi attacks that threaten Saudi oil ↗The Houthis' biggest land grab in years reignited Yemen's 12-year civil war and pushed up global fuel prices, extending their reach to a key maritime chokepoint and threatening Saudi Arabia's oil exports. (Image credit: Abdulnasser Alseddik)
ABC Australia · 08:03
Alan Jones trial hears of 'sharp shift' in athlete's relationship with him ↗A friend of prominent athlete 'Complainant M' told police he noticed a "sharp shift" in the athlete's relationship with broadcaster Alan Jones around the time of an alleged assault.
France 24 · 08:14
'Election without meaningful competition': Russia’s results won't measure support for Putin or war ↗Alison Sargent is pleased to welcome Grégoire Roos, Director of the Europe and Russia and Eurasia Programmes at Chatham House. According to Roos, Russia’s parliamentary election is revealing because of what the electoral process can still tell us about the political system Vladimir Putin has constructed. In the abse…
ABC Australia · 08:15
Regional businesses alarmed as Australia limits working holiday visas ↗The tourism, hospitality and agriculture sectors in regional Queensland say changes to Australia's migration system, including introducing a ballot system for working holiday makers, will have devastating impacts.
ABC Australia · 08:22
Hat-draw to decide mayoral contest ends in confusion ↗With the vote tied, Clarence Valley Council turned to drawing a name out of a hat to decide who should be mayor, only to disagree on who the winner was.
ABC Australia · 08:24
NT funding under scrutiny as finance minister travels to Darwin ↗Katy Gallagher has met with the acting NT chief minister to discuss how federally-funded programs are being administered by the Country Liberal Party government.
France 24 · 08:26
Fear and broken families: Inside a Texas ICE detention centre ↗Since Donald Trump’s return to the White House in January 2025, migrant arrests have surged in the United States. More than 610,000 people have passed through detention centres run by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the federal immigration agency in under two years. The pace only continues to accelerate:…
ABC Australia · 08:29
Live: Swans look to continue fairytale finals run against Dockers ↗Sydney looks to book its spot in another grand final as it hosts minor premiers Fremantle in a preliminary final at the SCG. Follow live.
The Guardian World · 08:30
‘We demand the truth’: Olga Tokarczuk and JM Coetzee lead calls for proof of life of disappeared Eritrean writers ↗More than 180 writers sign letter renewing calls for information on 12 authors detained incommunicado since 2001 crackdown on free speech by Isaias Afwerki More than 180 writers have signed a letter to Eritrean president Isaias Afwerki calling for proof of life for 12 writers arrested in 2001. Nobel laureates Ol…
The Guardian World · 08:36
Weather tracker: Thunderstorms hit Spain as Japan braces for typhoon ↗At least one person dead as stormy weather causes severe flooding in Barcelona and Valencia Intense and slow-moving thunderstorms broke out on Wednesday afternoon across parts of eastern Spain, bringing some severe flooding and killing at least one person . Storms first struck over the Castilla-La Mancha region…
Al Jazeera · 08:39
‘Just ask Grok’: How ISIL is using Big Tech’s AI to build bombs ↗Evidence shared exclusively with Al Jazeera shows ISIL supporters sharing ways to bypass AI safeguards.
NPR News · 08:44
Poland's prime minister warns of Russian 'accidental' attacks on Ukraine's allies ↗Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said that these potential strikes "intend to paralyze NATO" in an attempt to demonstrate that Article 5 "exists only in theory." (Image credit: WOJTEK RADWANSKI)
NPR News · 08:44
Couple shares how chance encounter brought them together after meeting online ↗A couple, now married, tell the story of how they met online and then crossed paths in an unexpected place.
NPR News · 08:46
Morning news brief ↗Trump threatens to tear down the Kennedy Center amid court battle, Trump's other priorities also get pushback this week, Poland's PM warns Russia could strike countries that support Ukraine.
Al Jazeera · 08:49
Israel would rather not watch NAZA ↗The backlash against the Gaza documentary is part of a broader refusal to confront the reality of the genocide.
Al Jazeera · 08:58
Video: Influencers accused of exploiting Nepal flood survivors ↗‘Aid influencers’ are being accused of exploiting Nepal flood victims to boost social media followers.
NPR News · 09:00
Google is helping write AI chatbot safety laws — while pushing for loopholes ↗As states push to regulate chatbots, tech companies are trying to write safety rules in ways that exempt some of their key products. (Image credit: Jimena Peck for NPR)
NPR News · 09:00
Could trees developed with gene-editing technology protect Florida's citrus industry? ↗A bacterial infection is wiping out Florida's citrus trees. Growers hope a rootstock developed with gene-editing technology could keep the disease at bay. (Image credit: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
NPR News · 09:00
A DHS email raises new questions about the Trump administration's election plans ↗A heavily redacted email from last year, reported first by NPR, reveals that DHS personnel shared a list of jurisdictions that offer election materials in non-English languages. It's unclear why. (Image credit: Stephen Maturen)
NPR News · 09:00
Republican 'cavalry' arrives with a Trump-backed $150 million ad blitz in key races ↗To counter a difficult political environment, two Trump-aligned super PACs have reserved more than $150 million in ads — primarily in deep red House and Senate races that have now become competitive. (Image credit: Kevin Dietsch)
NPR News · 09:01
True or false: Trump's name is now on the Kennedy Center. The quiz has the answer ↗The world made it to another Friday without an AI apocalypse, so here's the quiz! See you next week … maybe.
ABC Australia · 09:01
At least three dead in Philippines school shooting ↗At least three students have been killed and eight others injured in a shooting at a high school in the country's south, authorities have confirmed.
The Guardian World · 09:05
Andrew Hastie says AI advised him to reply ‘congratulations!’ to man who planned to end life with assisted dying ↗Liberal MP speaks of AI’s shortcomings as cyber chief tells inquiry the tech is needed to fend off ‘highly capable malicious cyber actors’ Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast When a man with a terminal illness wrote to his local MP Andrew Hastie, telling him he planned on ending his own…
France 24 · 09:06
Far-right politician Éric Zemmour joins 2027 French presidential race ↗French far-right politician Éric Zemmour said on Friday that he would run in next year's presidential election, joining far-right candidate Marine Le Pen, who was runner-up to President Emmanuel Macron in the last two elections. Zemmour is campaigning on a crackdown on immigration, including a plan to expel unemploy…
Al Jazeera · 09:10
Why the Kremlin fears even the ‘managed opposition’ in Russia ↗The risk of a protest vote was too high at the Duma elections so a pre-election crackdown was carried out.
France 24 · 09:11
Russia seizes assets of Swiss food giant Nestle and three French firms ↗Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree on Thursday to transfer assets of Swiss food giant Nestle and three French groups to a company called LEV Management. Most Western companies quickly sold their Russian operations and holdings after Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and the Kremlin ha…
Al Jazeera · 09:12
Bayern and England’s Kane not focused on Ballon d’Or despite 73-goal season ↗Harry Kane could become first Ballon d'Or from England since 2001, but striker focused on Bayern Munich trophies.
BBC World · 09:18
Three dead, eight injured in Philippines school shooting ↗The gunman, a 16-year-old student, is among the dead in what is the third school shooting in the country since June.
France 24 · 09:24
‘We cried the whole way’: Refugees flee Yemen fighting ↗An estimated 125,000 people, including more than 57,000 children, have fled since hostilities erupted in July between the Iran-backed Houthi rebels, the Yemeni government and its ally Saudi Arabia, with the UN calling it one of the most rapid and volatile waves of displacement in Yemen in years. Thousands have even…
France 24 · 09:31
UN mission says grounds to believe US committed war crimes in Iran ↗A UN fact-finding mission on Iran said on Thursday it had reasonable grounds to believe the United States was behind two military strikes on a school and sports facility in Iran in February, and that these constituted war crimes. It also found that Iranian authorities committed crimes against humanity during their d…
Al Jazeera · 09:34
India star Sooryavanshi urged to be patient by coach Gambhir ↗Vaibhav Sooryavanshi told to be patient after playing back up to Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson in Sri Lanka series.
ABC Australia · 09:40
Adelaide workers expected to bear brunt of Bendigo Bank cuts ↗A union says 137 workers at the Bendigo and Adelaide Bank are slated for redundancy as part of an ongoing restructure, but the company says its plans are "yet to be finalised".
Al Jazeera · 09:43
‘This is a war’: South Africa battles femicide as women’s bodies pile up ↗Bodies of nine women have been found in a Johannesburg neighbourhood in two months, as worries grow over women's safety.
France 24 · 09:51
Police move hundreds of migrants still in Ceuta off beaches in Spanish enclave ↗Spanish police in Ceuta on Friday morning started moving hundreds of migrants from the beaches of the Spanish enclave to a new tented area. Several thousand migrants remain in Ceuta after tens of thousands of people crossed the border with Morocco in late July.
France 24 · 09:52
Russia votes in wartime election set to secure the Kremlin's power ↗Voting got underway on Friday in a tightly controlled three-day parliamentary election in Russia which President Vladimir Putin has framed as a barometer of support for Russia's war in Ukraine. It is the first parliamentary election since Russia launched its full-scale war in Ukraine in February 2022, and most anti-…
ABC Australia · 10:00
Australian finalists for Prince William's Earthshot Prize 'nervous but excited' ↗Seventy ranger teams across Central Australia manage bushfires, protect species and use land practices developed over tens of thousands of years. Now their environmental work has been recognised by Prince William.
The Guardian World · 10:00
Louisiana firefighters find feline native to sub-Saharan Africa while responding to house fire ↗The African serval, illegally enclosed in the back yard, was subdued and transferred to an animal welfare facility Louisiana firefighters responding to a small house blaze found a wildcat native to sub-Saharan Africa illegally enclosed in the back yard, and an animal welfare agency is now seeking to place the cre…
The Guardian World · 10:00
Australian man accused of murdering Thai teenager and putting body in suitcase pleads not guilty ↗Simon Peter Carman appeared in a Pattaya court on Friday charged with killing Tunchanok Donhomla An Australian man accused of murdering a Thai teenager and putting her body in a suitcase pleaded not guilty on Friday in a hearing in the seaside resort city of Pattaya, a court official said. Simon Peter Carman, 4…
France 24 · 10:04
Venezuela lifts block on some news sites as transition talks resume ↗Venezuela has unblocked some news sites that had been censored for years, its telecom regulator said Thursday, as US-backed political transition talks were set to resume. Digital rights group VE Sin Filtro verified access to 17 news sites through several internet providers. However, at least 188 websites remain bloc…
BBC World · 10:13
At least 16 killed in attack on mosque in Pakistan ↗A vehicle loaded with explosives rammed into a mosque building during Friday prayers, a senior police official told the BBC.
ABC Australia · 10:14
North's record winning streak over after shock loss to Hawks ↗North Melbourne has lost for the first time in almost three years, with the two-time defending AFLW premier falling to a shock 7-point defeat to Hawthorn in Cairns.
France 24 · 10:16
Russian elections a ‘veneer of democracy’ with opposition barred from running ↗PRESS REVIEW – Friday, September 18: Russia holds its first parliamentary elections since the Ukraine war. Since only parties loyal to Vladimir Putin are running, the elections are seen as nothing but a veneer of democracy. In sports: Zinedine Zidane will unveil his first selection as coach of the French football te…
Al Jazeera · 10:18
Bomb attack at Pakistan mosque kills at least 15, injures 50 ↗This is a breaking news story.
France 24 · 10:24
France’s Macron summons party leaders for talks on Mideast and Ukraine ↗French President Emmanuel Macron is meeting leaders of France’s political parties at the Elysée on Friday for talks on the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine and the consequences for the country’s security and energy amid soaring fuel prices.
Al Jazeera · 10:28
Ukraine fires drone barrage as Russia launches elections ↗Russia's first parliamentary election since the invasion opens with no antiwar party on the ballot.
Al Jazeera · 10:29
Israel is killing the people who could end its wars ↗From Iran to Gaza and Lebanon, assassinations have repeatedly removed figures capable of negotiating an end to conflict.
Al Jazeera · 10:33
‘My children did not attack Iran’: 2bn South Asians suffer from distant war ↗A quarter of the world’s population faces a surging cost of living crisis because of the wars in the Middle East.
BBC World · 10:35
Dozens of suspected illegal miners die in Nigerian custody ↗Authorities linked the deaths to disease, but this has been disputed by intelligence reports and relatives of the accused.
NPR News · 10:39
South Africa 'feels like a prison' for women amid spate of femicides ↗South Africa has some of the highest rates of violence against women in the world, and a spate of killings of nine women in the same area in recent weeks has led to renewed outrage. (Image credit: Themba Hadebe)
Al Jazeera · 10:43
United Nations says US may have committed war crimes in Iran: What it means ↗UN probe finds US unlawfully struck an Iranian school and sports centre, killing children; White House rejects findings.
Al Jazeera · 10:49
Palmer and Alexander-Arnold recalled after England World Cup snub ↗Cole Palmer and Trent Alexander-Arnold back for Thomas Tuchel in Nations League, but still no place for Phil Foden.
France 24 · 10:54
The Cameroon civil society groups taking on gender-based violence ↗August 2026 has been a particularly tragic month for women in Cameroon, as eight cases of femicides were recorded in eight days. These figures add to the sixty or so cases already recorded since the start of the year by the Ministry of Women's Empowerment and the Family. On the ground, associations are mobilising to…
NPR News · 10:58
Warren Buffett steps down as Berkshire Hathaway chairman ↗Warren Buffett is stepping down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway after serving in the role for more than 50 years. His son, Howard, will become Berkshire Hathaway's new chairman (Image credit: Nati Harnik)
Al Jazeera · 10:59
North Korea anthem played at South’s Bangladesh hockey match at Asian Games ↗Asian Games organisers in Japan accidently play North Korea's anthem ahead of South's hockey match with Bangladesh.
NPR News · 11:00
Ms. Rachel has entered her album era, and she is so happy about it ↗Ms. Rachel has conquered YouTube, Netflix and the toy aisle. Now she's making an album, with real instruments, big feelings and her littlest listeners in mind. (Image credit: Dimitrios Kambouris)
The Guardian World · 11:00
US wheat farmers navigate uncertainty amid drought and geopolitical chaos ↗Some experts worry factors affecting wheat exports could push global food prices even higher than they are now Wheat prices are at their highest level in three years, which means farmer Merrill Nielsen should be getting more for his crops out of his 2,500-acre (1,010-hectare) Kansas farm. Yet even as future pric…
ABC Australia · 11:02
Third man charged over shooting in Melbourne's northern suburbs ↗Detectives charge a man in relation to a fatal shooting in Melbourne's north earlier this month, arresting him as he tried to board a flight out of Australia.
Al Jazeera · 11:04
Who gets to decide how quickly AI moves? ↗The biggest AI companies want to slow development together. The real question is what power they gain in return.
France 24 · 11:06
How will rise of AI impact Africa? ↗The threat of catastrophic danger as artificial intelligence develops at high speed has sparked a global debate on how it should be regulated. And Africa is no exception. As governments and businesses look to harness the technology, concerns are growing over jobs, misinformation and the need for safeguards.
NPR News · 11:09
Judge says Trump can't demolish Kennedy Center. And, lawsuits target voter intimidation ↗A federal judge ruled yesterday that President Trump cannot tear down the Kennedy Center without a 30-day notice. And, recent lawsuits seek to keep armed federal officers away from polling sites. (Image credit: Kent Nishimura)
Al Jazeera · 11:15
Deadly blast hits mosque at Pakistan police complex ↗Several people have reportedly been killed in an explosion at a mosque near a police complex in northwest Pakistan.
The Guardian World · 11:21
British woman who was kidnapped in Malawi rescued by police after shootout ↗Four of Nurat Osman’s alleged abductors were killed during rescue after she was taken from outside her home last week A British woman kidnapped in Malawi last week has been rescued by police after a shootout in which four of her alleged abductors were killed. Nusrat Osman was abducted outside her home in the sou…
France 24 · 11:43
France’s Yellow Vests to return as fuel prices soar? ↗Eight years after fuel taxes helped spark the Yellow Vest movement, calls for a return to the streets are gathering momentum in France amid soaring energy prices. Recent days have seen fishermen blockading ports and oil terminals in protest at price hikes, but they are far from the only group feeling the squeeze.
France 24 · 11:44
Prized Aztec codex returns to Mexico on loan ↗A cherished 16th-century Mexican manuscript that tells the history of the Aztecs in pictograms went on display Thursday in Mexico City, nearly two centuries after it was whisked off to France. France's National Library, which has maintained possession of it for over a century, loaned it to Mexico to commemorate 200…
BBC World · 11:49
Lindsay Clancy holdout juror had no doubt she deliberately killed her children ↗It is the first time the juror, who refused to side with the others and acquit Clancy, has spoken publicly about his decision.
BBC World · 11:59
Police begin operation to move migrants from Ceuta beaches ↗Police reportedly fired into the air on Friday morning as they struggled to contain crowds jostling to secure a place at the tented site.
The Guardian World · 12:01
Poorest countries hit hardest by UK aid cuts under Keir Starmer government, new figures reveal ↗Aid to lower-income countries fell by almost 7%, while higher-income countries saw their share of Britain’s aid budget increase The world’s poorest countries were worst hit by British aid cuts under Keir Starmer’s government, while higher-income countries saw their share of aid increase, new figures reveal. The…
Al Jazeera · 12:11
Spain reveal Nations League squad in Ceuta in support of migration crisis ↗World Cup winners Spain choose Ceuta to announce Nations League squad in solidarity with border crossing troubles.
Al Jazeera · 12:20
Thailand’s Malay-Muslim separatists vow to fight as peace talks stall ↗Thailand’s main armed separatist group, Barisan Revolusi Nasional, says it will continue fighting for self-determination
France 24 · 12:24
🔴 Macron orders plan to protect France critical infrastructure against 'Russian hybrid attacks' ↗Al Jazeera · 12:26
The view from Russia: ‘No party can be antiwar’ in parliamentary election ↗First vote since Russia invaded Ukraine seen as a sham by some and an opportunity to strengthen nationalism by others.
Al Jazeera · 12:27
How fantasy fans are keeping a Turkish blacksmithing tradition alive ↗In Izmir’s historic Kemeralti bazaar, the Akdemir family is finding new customers for a four-generation craft.
ABC Australia · 12:38
Canberra ends Wests' NRLW fairytale in finals shut out ↗The Raiders have claimed a first-ever NRLW finals win, downing the Tigers 6-0 to end Wests' fairytale season.
BBC World · 12:45
Ronaldo named in first Portugal squad since World Cup - at age of 41 ↗Cristiano Ronaldo is named in the first squad selected by new Portugal coach Jorge Jesus for their upcoming Nations League games.
Al Jazeera · 12:51
Why does Canada want to join the Europe-led JEF military partnership? ↗This is the latest step in Canada's bid to move closer to Europe amid bitter trade war with the US.
Al Jazeera · 12:52
As Houthis grab Bab al-Mandeb, US appears willing to watch from sidelines ↗Stretched by its war with Iran, Washington may have little choice but to trust Houthi assurances on shipping.
Al Jazeera · 12:59
Asian Games 2026: Dates, venues, sports and a growing accommodation crisis ↗More than 11,000 athletes from 45 countries will compete at world’s second-largest multisport event.
Al Jazeera · 13:00
Pakistan pledges full committment to defence of Saudi Arabia ↗Assurance comes amid questions over Pakistan and Turkiye's stance on Riyadh's fight with Houthis following defence pact.
BBC World · 13:00
Russian hybrid attacks against Europe intensifying, says Macron ↗The French president says he has tasked the government with protecting critical infrastructure and defence industry sites.
Al Jazeera · 13:02
Chinese ship rams Philippines gov’t vessel in South China Sea: Coastguard ↗Philippine Coast Guard accuses China of dangerous military manoeuvres near Palawan province.
Al Jazeera · 13:05
FIFA’s Infantino ‘must go, no ifs or buts’, blasts German FA vice president ↗Hans-Joachim Watzke, one of German football's vice-presidents, adds to list calling for Gianni Infantino's resignation.
Al Jazeera · 13:09
US voter opposition to war on Iran grows to new highs: Poll ↗Poll reveals 71 percent in US believe Trump's team lacks a clear strategy for resolving the conflict.
France 24 · 13:10
Russian elections: 'Even the facade of opposition has gone' ↗Russians on Friday began three days of voting in the country’s first wartime parliamentary election, which features virtually no opposition and is all but certain to secure the Kremlin’s political dominance. France 24's Douglas Herbert takes a closer look.
France 24 · 13:15
REPLAY: Macron orders plan to counter 'Russian hybrid attacks' ↗President Emmanuel Macron on Friday said he had ordered measures to shield France's key infrastructure and defence industry sites from increasing Russian hybrid attacks. The announcement came as Macron spoke to the press after meeting in Paris with political party leaders to discuss recent developments in the intern…
France 24 · 13:28
Mbappé quits Nike after career-long partnership for Swiss sports brand On ↗France captain Kylian Mbappé has signed with Swiss sportswear brand On, ending a partnership with Nike that began at the start of his career. The deal marks On’s entry into football, with the company also appointing France and Arsenal great Thierry Henry as its football director.
France 24 · 13:29
US approves sale of F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia ↗The United States has approved a $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35 stealth warplanes to Saudi Arabia, the State Department said Thursday, the kingdom's latest major arms purchase since the start of the Iran war. Saudi Arabia has been repeatedly targeted with drone and missile strikes by Tehran's forces since the United…
Al Jazeera · 13:30
Video: Students flee deadly school shooting in the Philippines ↗A 16-year-old suspected gunman has shot two students dead and injured several others at a school in the Philippines.
France 24 · 13:31
Ukraine strikes continue as polling stations open in Russia ↗Russia and Ukraine traded strikes overnight as Russians prepared to vote in parliamentary elections in which the Kremlin's main party, United Russia, is poised to keep its grip on power, with the only party that criticised the war was removed from the ballot.
France 24 · 13:36
Gaza documentary sparks political storm, protests in Israel ↗The Israeli filmmakers behind the award-winning documentary "NAZA", which uses anonymous military sources to speak about Israel's widespread killing of civilians in Gaza, have been the subject of a wave of threats and intimidation in their home country, one that has even targeted their families. Prime Minister Benja…
Al Jazeera · 13:36
Ronaldo keeps Portugal place for Nations League as Jesus names first squad ↗Ex-Manchester United and Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo named in Portugal squad to face Norway and Denmark.
Al Jazeera · 13:52
The cost of Iran’s regional leverage ↗Tehran’s use of pressure across the region is putting its rapprochement with Gulf states under increasing strain.
France 24 · 13:53
Macron addresses energy crisis, warns of 'hybrid attacks' ↗President Emmanuel Macron said Friday that France would convene a G7 meeting dedicated to energy in the weeks to come as fuel prices soar amid the US-Iran war. Speaking to the press after a meeting with party leaders over the energy crisis and international security, Macron also said he had ordered measures to prote…
Al Jazeera · 14:08
Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal says he has experienced racism ‘a thousand times’ ↗Spain's Lamine Yamal says most racism he has suffered has come from people unaware of their own comments or behaviour.
The Guardian World · 14:11
Flight chaos for hundreds of thousands was caused in ‘millisecond’ by software error ↗Error first occurred at 10am but major incident was not declared until 12.30pm, says report Business live – latest updates A software defect in part of the UK’s air traffic control system corrupted flight data “in the space of a millisecond”, leading to a six-hour outage and mass airline cancellations and delay…
Al Jazeera · 14:17
Russia seizes assets of French firms, summons UK envoy over Ukraine support ↗Kremlin calls UK's support for Ukraine an endorsement of 'terrorism' after recent escalation in weapons supply.
France 24 · 14:25
France's new head coach Zidane unveils his first team line-up for Nations League matches ↗Newly appointed head coach of France's national football team Zinedine Zidane unveils his first line-up on Friday. Follow our live coverage of the announcement from 6pm Paris time.
Al Jazeera · 14:25
New Bolivian cat claws its way into species list: What we meow ↗Purrfectly new to science: the first new wild cat found in over a century proves that cats do have nine (secret) lives.
France 24 · 14:26
Macron convenes French party leaders as soaring energy prices put focus on wars in Iran and Ukraine ↗Haxie Meyers-Belkin is pleased to welcome Renaud Foucart, Senior Lecturer in Economics at Lancaster University’s Management School in the UK. According to Foucart, France’s energy and economic crises expose a deeper collision between economic constraints, political accountability and an approaching presidential elec…
Al Jazeera · 14:30
Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe ends Nike partnership to join Swiss brand On ↗On, which is set to launch its first football boots next year, also appointed Thierry Henry as its football director.
Al Jazeera · 14:37
Real Madrid President says Ceuta visit not related to ‘recent news’ ↗Real Madrid stars including Kylian Mbappe rolled up T-shirts showing support for Ceuta, but President trip 'unrelated'.
The Guardian World · 14:42
Record fuel prices across EU prompt calls for bloc-wide windfall tax on firms ↗German minister says companies are ‘exploiting situation’ in Middle East, as sky-high prices become major domestic issue for leaders European governments have discussed imposing a bloc-wide windfall tax on energy companies, as near-record fuel and gas prices pile pressure on leaders desperate to contain mounting p…
The Guardian World · 15:00
Swedish teenager jailed for attempted murder, rape and assault committed online, with victims in Germany and Australia ↗Eighteen-year-old known as Chai was active in networks notorious for their sadistic exploitation of young people A Swedish teenager known as Chai has been sentenced to more than 10 years in jail for attempted murder, rape and aggravated assault – crimes committed via the internet, including against a teenage girl…
The Guardian World · 15:00
Alleged underworld supporters and unfounded health claims: One Nation rolls out more Victorian election candidates ↗Party has unveiled a steady stream of contenders for state election, including a former councillor who lost his licence for drink-driving Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast Candidates contesting the Victorian state election for One Nation include a former Liberal who has won support fr…
France 24 · 15:17
Ursula von der Leyen’s sixth State of the Union speech: A grand sweep, but thin on details? ↗In this episode, we debrief one of the key annual events in the EU calendar: the State of the Union speech. It was Ursula von der Leyen’s sixth such address as President of the European Commission, and the second State of the Union speech of her second mandate.
France 24 · 15:17
We’re ideally placed to chair EU budget negotiations, says Irish Minister of State ↗Ireland is managing a jam-packed agenda as the current holder of the rotating presidency of the EU. We caught up with the country’s Minister of State for European Affairs, Thomas Byrne, who was in Strasbourg for the 2026 State of the Union speech and debate with EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. We discu…
Al Jazeera · 15:21
Carrick brushes off questions over his Manchester United future ↗Michael Carrick says he expected tough season start as he rebuffs questions about his role as Manchester United manager.
France 24 · 15:23
Air France bets on caviar and champagne to lure luxury flyers ↗Air France is betting big on luxury to keep wealthy travellers spending with lavish servings of caviar and champagne in first-class cabins as soaring fuel costs and disrupted travel patterns squeeze airlines worldwide. The campaign seems to have paid off, with the Paris-based carrier saying that premium bookings and…
Al Jazeera · 15:24
Police hit migrants with batons during camp transfer in Ceuta ↗Police in Ceuta used batons and fired shots into the air as they began moving migrants from beaches to a new camp.
France 24 · 15:25
Agnes Obel captures the cosmic feelings of motherhood ↗Her new album ‘The Meaning of Flowers’ tackles much more than just flora, as the Danish musician and composer explores the sounds and sentiments of the very beginning of human life. She tells us about creating emotionally rich soundscapes that have often been used in film and television. We also discuss the Faustian…
ABC Australia · 15:36
Macron orders protection of French infrastructure from Russian hybrid attacks ↗The French president said the threat to Europe from Moscow's shadow warfare had "intensified".
France 24 · 15:40
AI safety: No, China will not hit the brakes ↗A spate of warnings in recent days about the dangers of AI have sparked mixed reactions: from Donald Trump dismissing the fears as a hoax, to Beijing criticising calls for the US to block its advancement as fearmongering. As President Xi Jinping heads to Washington for talks, FRANCE 24's technology correspondent Pet…
Al Jazeera · 15:45
Nigerian forces fire at protesters rallying over deaths of detained miners ↗Government has promised to fully investigate after 37 miners died while being held in police custody in Niger State.
The Guardian World · 15:49
Survivor recounts panic and struggle to breathe in Nigerian prison cell where 37 died ↗Police fire teargas as protests break out in the city of Minna after the deaths of the suspected illegal goldminers A survivor from a prison cell in Nigeria where 37 suspected illegal goldminers died while in the custody of a paramilitary group has recounted his panic and struggle for breath, as police fired tearg…
France 24 · 16:01
Sweden's centre-left leader Andersson tasked with forming government after election ↗Sweden's parliament speaker on Friday tasked opposition leader Magdalena Andersson with forming a government after an election gave the left-wing bloc a narrow majority, setting the stage for difficult coalition talks. Andersson, a former prime minister, must bridge deep differences between four parties, with the ce…
NPR News · 16:07
Will even one of the U.N.'s 17 'sustainable development goals' be met by 2030? ↗The 17 goals agreed upon by world leaders are incredibly ambitious. Are we even close to achieving any of them? If we don't, is the project a failure?
Al Jazeera · 16:12
More than 112,000 displaced by Yemen fighting; thousands flee to Djibouti ↗United Nations says 22 million people need humanitarian aid as conflict intensifies.
France 24 · 16:27
A Sydney Sweeney ad goes viral: Are we all just being played? ↗Another Sydney Sweeney ad goes viral – this time promoting a sports betting application almost naked. The campaign sparked fury among female athletes who said it undermines decades of progress in women's sports. Yet is the outrage itself part of the overall marketing strategy and ‘feminist-baiting’ merely a tool to…
Al Jazeera · 16:38
Jerusalem Daily: Netanyahu says he will ‘change the face of the Middle East ↗Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he will ‘change the face of the Middle East’
NPR News · 16:40
What expensive sulfur means for your dinner table ↗Oil supplies are falling, sulfur prices are threatening food costs, and we measuring Lego against Hollywood (Image credit: Screenshot of the Death StarTM )
France 24 · 16:47
REPLAY: Zidane names first squad as France manager ↗Zinedine Zidane named his first squad since taking over from Didier Deschamps as head coach of the French man's football team Friday. His selection included five new players and but excluded former squad members Aurélien Tchouaméni and Khéphren Thuram. Kylian Mbappé has been named captain.
Al Jazeera · 16:59
UEFA, CONCACAF challenge FIFA on reserves and demand $10m payout to members ↗Confederation chiefs call on Gianni Infantino to make $2.1bn payout to all FIFA's 211 member associations.
France 24 · 17:01
War in Iran 'jeopardises the Trump presidency', ex-Obama National Security Council member says ↗In an interview with FRANCE 24, former Obama administration National Security Council member Charles Kupchan said the war in Iran "in many respects jeopardises the Trump presidency", calling it "yet another failed war of choice" that has driven up fuel and living costs ahead of the midterms. Trump's advisers "prize…
The Guardian World · 17:10
Brazil’s Lula announces higher welfare payments and free weight-loss jabs ahead of election ↗Critics say moves from leftwing incumbent president are electorally motivated two weeks before Brazil’s elections Brazil’s president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has announced a 15% increase in the country’s main cash-transfer programme for poor families, as well as free weight-loss jabs, prompting criticism from o…
BBC World · 17:10
Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary apologises over 'high-fare rapists' remarks ↗O'Leary described his choice of language as "careless" and said "it won't happen again".
BBC World · 17:15
Warren Buffett steps down after six decades at Berkshire - 'Father Time always wins' ↗Since taking control in 1965, Buffett grew a struggling textile mill into a global conglomerate.
BBC World · 17:18
North Korean anthem played for South Korea at Asian Games ↗Organisers have apologised for playing the North Korean national anthem for the South Korean men's hockey team at the Asian Games in Japan.
Al Jazeera · 17:23
Iranians rally in biggest show of defiance against US since war began ↗Volunteers rallied through downtown Tehran to join campaign highlighting 'self-sacrifice' for Iran.
ABC Australia · 17:47
Diana's brother says he's 'telling truth' about king's 'monstrous' phone call ↗Princess Diana's brother has doubled down on his swathe of explosive claims about Britain's royal family, insisting he is "telling the truth", and suggesting the king is "embarrassed".
Al Jazeera · 17:55
Sweden’s left-wing opposition leader begins efforts to form government ↗Magdalena Andersson will likely face several challenges as she tries to get Sweden's other left-wing parties to unite.
BBC World · 17:57
'We simply don't know' - JP Morgan struggling to forecast oil prices due to Trump's war with Iran ↗The bank said it "assumed" there would be economic red lines, like oil at $100 a barrel, that the US would be unwilling the cross.
Al Jazeera · 18:15
Early in-person voting begins in the 2026 US midterm elections in Virginia ↗Virginia leads the way for in-person voting, reflecting a nationwide trend towards casting ballots before Election Day.
Al Jazeera · 18:16
Police clear Ceuta migrants off beaches in Spanish enclave ↗At least 10,000 of the 72,000 migrants who broke through fence from Morocco in July remain in the Spanish enclave.
Al Jazeera · 18:19
Russia’s drones threaten Kyiv-bound Western officials as war effort stalls ↗Russia strikes Ukraine’s border crossings with Poland and Moldova as its offensives peter out in the east.
ABC Australia · 18:30
A Kennedy Center homage moved Led Zepplin. Now it's the stage for political drama ↗For more than 55 years, the Kennedy Center beckoned the best of culture to its Washington DC home. Now Donald Trump talks of closure and demolition.
ABC Australia · 18:30
ABC 50/50 quiz: Testing your knowledge of Fame vs Nine To Five, 60s singers and very long mullets ↗Each question in the ABC 50/50 quiz has only two options: one is right, the other is wrong. But be warned: somewhere there lurks a trap.
ABC Australia · 18:30
In a world of conflict and terrifying new weapons, where is the UN? ↗When Anthony Albanese and Penny Wong attended the United Nations General Assembly 12 months ago, it felt like something significant might be happening. This year, things feel like they will be a bit more... prosaic.
Al Jazeera · 18:32
Warren Buffett steps down as Berkshire Hathaway chairman ↗Buffett will become chairman emeritus immediately and his son Howard will become chairman.
The Guardian World · 18:37
Why Europe has been absent from the great AI safety debate ↗Though Europe has measures that address how consumers might encounter AI, technology will impact them if the worst scenarios bear Europe’s dilemma over AI was rendered in stark terms this week. The head of the continent’s central bank, Christine Lagarde, said Europeans have two options: shun the technology and los…
ABC Australia · 18:41
Being Heumann already a big win for disability representation on screen ↗Did you know there was an American disability rights movement that can be traced back to the 1970s? A new movie coming out in November will tell the story about the woman at the centre of it.
Al Jazeera · 18:45
Do elections in Russia make a difference? ↗Millions of people are choosing a new lower house of Parliament.
Al Jazeera · 18:46
Mexico’s Sheinbaum says she spoke with Trump as trade negotiations continue ↗Mexican president says she is seeking a decrease in tariffs as both countries seek new bilateral trade deal.
ABC Australia · 18:47
Sources say Australia withdrew from West Bank sanctions talks ahead of statement ↗European diplomats say they were surprised and disappointed that Australia baulked at joining a UK-led move to impose trade sanctions on West Bank Israeli businesses.
ABC Australia · 18:48
Young people pushing back against artificial intelligence ↗AI may be here to stay, but the generation that will inherit the results of the guidelines set for its use has something to say about that.
ABC Australia · 18:49
Mum tells of 'harrowing' voyage on ferry that later sank in Vanuatu ↗An Australian resident speaks out about her terrifying experience on a Vanuatu ferry, which sunk last week with about 55 passengers on board.
Al Jazeera · 18:54
Pentagon resumes paused testosterone policy amid medical experts’ concerns ↗New policy mandates testosterone testing for US service members over 30, citing readiness while experts warn of risks.
BBC World · 18:56
Is the Kennedy Center losing 'hundreds of millions of dollars'? ↗Records in 2024 show the venue had a surplus of millions of dollars once contributions and grants had been factored in.
ABC Australia · 19:00
Labor's migration target comes with a political catch ↗While Labor may want the argument to be about how migration is managed, in fixing on a target it has given greater legitimacy to the numbers contest.
ABC Australia · 19:00
'Shooting blanks': How fertility treatment could save this native plant ↗In the Blue Mountains of New South Wales, an endangered shrub is struggling with fertility. A team of scientists hopes the plant equivalent of IVF can help.
ABC Australia · 19:04
Spring see-saw to deliver hottest September weather in years ↗Following a polar blast this week, temperatures across south-east states will soar as much as 12 degrees Celsius above average this weekend.
ABC Australia · 19:10
Mitigation debate looms as WA shark attack deaths hit six-year high ↗The often-heated debate over how to protect beachgoers from sharks is likely to get hotter after the death of a third person this year.
Al Jazeera · 19:12
England fast bowler Carse to face no charges over alleged nightclub assault ↗Derbyshire Police said they were investigating an alleged assault but have now decided no further action will be taken.
NPR News · 19:13
Syrian regime planned American journalist's kidnapping for weeks ↗New reporting finds the abduction of journalist Austin Tice was planned by the Syrian government for weeks.
NPR News · 19:14
When Trump and Xi meet they will discuss AI. 'Track Two' talks are already buzzing ↗An informal network of dialogues at think tanks and universities is bringing together experts from the U.S. and China to talk about the shared perils of AI — and possible paths forward.
Al Jazeera · 19:14
Two injured by Israeli shelling as troops advance in southern Lebanon ↗Israeli forces withdraw from outskirts of a town in southern Lebanon after a standoff with Lebanese forces.
France 24 · 19:20
Time to stop suggesting AI is conscious?, Riyadh Calling: Saudi’s Hour of News, Russian elections ↗This week, Saudi Arabia has turned to its allies for military support as Iran-backed Houthi rebels tighten their grip on Yemen’s Red Sea coast and the Bab el Mandeb shipping choke point, while drone attacks on the Kingdom’s oil infrastructure deepen an emerging energy crisis. In Russia, voters head to the polls for…
France 24 · 19:20
Trump bans media outlets CNN, MSNOW and Politico from White House ↗President Donald Trump says he is banning CNN, MSNOW and Politico from the White House over what he describes as their unfavourable media coverage, in the latest test of the America's 1st Amendment.
ABC Australia · 19:21
Wallaroos edge towards their version of the 'Matildas effect' ↗The Wallaroos are showing encouraging signs with the 2029 Women's Rugby World Cup on the horizon, even if on-field results do not reflect their progress.
France 24 · 19:23
Trump bans media outlets CNN, MSNOW, Politico from White House ↗Al Jazeera · 19:25
Trump bans CNN, MS NOW, Politico from the White House for ‘fake news’ ↗The US president insists media outlets report 'fiction and lies' as he enforces new bans on White House access.
ABC Australia · 19:25
History beckons for Fremantle, after best-ever fightback propelled them into Grand Final ↗Sydney will be pondering what could have been, while Fremantle has an eye on history.
ABC Australia · 19:28
Trump bans CNN, MSNOW and Politico from White House ↗Cable networks CNN and MSNOW and political newsletter Politico have been banned from the White House, effective immediately, with more to follow, US President Donald Trump says.
Al Jazeera · 19:31
Lebanese artist turns Israeli missile debris into art ↗In southern Lebanon, visual artist Lina Jouni transforms debris from Israeli missile strikes into pieces of art.
Al Jazeera · 19:39
Russia labels Cannes-winning director Andrey Zvyagintsev a ‘foreign agent’ ↗Acclaimed Russian film director who won 2026 Grand Prix award at Cannes, has been critical of the war in Ukraine.
ABC Australia · 19:42
'Grumpy' voters in Murray Plains consider party allegiances as election looms ↗Kerang is a short drive from the NSW border where earlier this year David Farley became One Nation’s first federal MP at the Farrer by-election.
ABC Australia · 19:44
How Jack Gunston became an unlikely key to Hawthorn's flag hopes ↗Jack Gunston's late-career renaissance has inspired a tactical shift across the league, and could also be the key to Hawthorn going all the way in 2026.
France 24 · 19:45
UEFA, CONCACAF demand FIFA make $2.1 billion payout to member groups amid funding row ↗UEFA and CONCACAF chiefs have urged FIFA President Gianni Infantino to release around $2.1 billion from the governing body's reserves, calling for each of its 211 member associations to receive $10 million over the 2027-30 cycle. The demand comes amid tensions over Infantino's proposed sale of a stake in the World C…
ABC Australia · 19:53
The rice industry is the 'backbone' of this small town, but it's struggling ↗It's just over a month since Australia's largest rice processor, SunRice, laid-off nearly 80 workers in southern NSW and already some people are struggling to pay rent.
ABC Australia · 19:55
Holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy trial 'didn't have any doubts' she was guilty ↗The lone juror who wanted to convict Lindsay Clancy of murder for killing her three children said he was certain of her guilt, but that other jurors would not listen to him, in his first public comments on the case.
NPR News · 20:15
Trump says he is banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House ↗The president chalked the ban up to what he called unfavorable coverage, and he threatened that bans on other media companies could be coming. (Image credit: Alex Brandon)
Al Jazeera · 20:20
Syria arrests five former al-Assad-era officers over strikes on civilians ↗Former air officers, including an air force general, were arrested in a series of operations.
ABC Australia · 20:21
'Never too old': 83-year-old footballer still getting a kick ↗Most people wouldn't take up a new sport after turning 70, but one footballer is proving age is just a number.
BBC World · 20:28
Donald Trump says he is banning CNN and Politico from White House ↗The US president has had a tense and fiery relationship with the US media since returning to office.
ABC Australia · 20:28
Bathla's books show company was $736m out ↗The ABC understands the company's bank accounts had "not been reconciled for some time" and records may contain about $736 million in overstated inter-company receivables and payables.
BBC World · 20:35
Watch: Trump says ban on some news outlets is 'because they're fake news' ↗The US president on Friday announced he is "immediately" banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House.
Al Jazeera · 20:38
‘Daughter of Damascus’ Assala performs in Syria after 15-year exile ↗Thousands of people cheered as they welcomed Syrian icon Assala Nasri back at a sold-out concert in Damascus.
France 24 · 20:52
Uproar in Niger state, 37 die in custody ↗In tonights programme, investigation is ongoing into the death in custody of thirty-seven people, accused of illegal mining in Nigeria. Also,Tunisia is emerging as a major boat-building hub, serving both local buyers and international markets. And finally, we speak to the author of “The Moon Will Not Burn Us”, Ricci…
Al Jazeera · 20:55
UK court clears woman of voicing support for Hamas in university speech ↗Sarah Cotte said her comments were not in support of Hamas, but in support of Palestinians' right to resist.
Al Jazeera · 21:06
Germany receives first F-35 jet from US as NATO boosts military spending ↗Germany received the first of nearly three dozen F-35 stealth warplanes it ordered four years ago from Lockheed Martin.
Al Jazeera · 21:06
New cat species found, first in more than 100 years ↗A new species of living cat has been identified for the first time in more than a century.
ABC Australia · 21:06
Farmers warn of food security impact from visa changes ↗Agricultural industries warn changes to the Working Holiday Maker program could threaten crops and Australia's food security.
ABC Australia · 21:11
With one week left to go, Brisbane Festival has proved the city has 'momentum' ↗As Brisbane Festival prepares for its final week, artistic director Ebony Bott says the festival can help build momentum ahead of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
NPR News · 21:13
Alaska's salmon-feasting bears face off in biggest Fat Bear Week ever ↗This year's single-elimination tournament will see 16 competitors face off, compared to 12 in past years. Officials report more cubs in Katmai National Park than they've seen in recent memory. (Image credit: C. Loberg)
ABC Australia · 21:14
Knives stashed in public places across Melbourne, police believe ↗Intelligence briefs obtained by the ABC show police are concerned by a rise in "communal weapons storage" at major public transport precincts across Melbourne.
ABC Australia · 21:15
Olympic rowing is heading to Rockhampton, but are crocodiles a threat? ↗Plans to host Olympic rowing in Rockhampton for the 2032 Brisbane Games are pushing ahead despite months of fierce debate over the Fitzroy River's suitability.
ABC Australia · 21:17
Courageous woman's journey from back injury to shearing shed glory ↗Nikki Guttler may be the first woman in the world to win two open shearing titles at one show. But just a few months ago, she could barely walk.
Al Jazeera · 21:41
Brighton vs Arsenal: Premier League – predictions, teams, lineups ↗Premier League holders Arsenal have won all seven of their matches to start the new season.
ABC Australia · 21:53
Tourist park plan sparks divide in Noosa hinterland town ↗A plan to create a tourist park opposite the renovated Kin Kin Hotel sparks an angry response from some residents.
The Guardian World · 21:59
Men deported from US bound and beaten in Equatorial Guinea detention hotel, lawyers say ↗Group trapped at Hotel Bamy after US removal as rights groups sound alarm over poor conditions and violence Two men that the Trump administration expelled to Equatorial Guinea were bound, fitted with bags over their heads, beaten and pushed down a flight of stairs, all in plain view of other US deportees, accor…
Al Jazeera · 22:01
Trump claims deal with Denmark gives US ‘permanent control’ over Greenland ↗This is a breaking news story.
ABC Australia · 22:05
Owners of dodgy Toplace Sydney units fear ICAC is a 'toothless beast' ↗As fugitive property developer Jean Nassif defended his collapsed empire at the corruption watchdog, the 'real victims' are still picking up the pieces.
BBC World · 22:05
Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill ↗The bill is named after the late Senator Lindsey Graham, a staunch advocate of aid for Ukraine.
The Guardian World · 22:05
Latvia’s president warns that Europe is not up to date with drone and aerial warfare in Ukraine ↗Edgars Rinkēvičs reveals that drone warfare in Ukraine is moving at ‘lightning speed’ and current efforts to prepare for an aerial war could be obsolete by next year Latvia’s president has warned that Europe is not keeping up with developments of drone and aerial warfare in Ukraine and that most countries in Nato…
France 24 · 22:18
Trump says US, Denmark reach deal to expand military presence in Greenland ↗US President Donald Trump said on Friday he had reached a deal with Denmark to expand the US military presence in Greenland, while respecting Danish and Greenlandic sovereignty. Denmark said the agreement would be signed next week during the UN General Assembly but still requires parliamentary approval.
ABC Australia · 22:23
Bomb attack at Pakistan mosque kills at least 21 people ↗A vehicle bomb has exploded at a mosque in Pakistan as gunmen tried to storm the compound, in an attack that has killed at least 21 people and wounded dozens.
BBC World · 22:23
US and Denmark reach deal over Greenland's security ↗Trump said the agreement will give the US "permanent control over security, and all other needs, in Greenland", though specifics haven't been confirmed by Danish officials.
ABC Australia · 22:24
Aboriginal leaders say 'I quit' leaving NT government in defence mode ↗A string of Aboriginal leaders have resigned from their positions in recent months in protest of Northern Territory government policies they claim are "dividing" Territorians.
ABC Australia · 22:25
Fishy freight lands in Tasmania ahead of Bass Strait trial ↗Fifteen-thousand yellowtail kingfish fingerlings have arrived in Tasmania from Western Australia to be released into a pen in Bass Strait as part of a trial.
ABC Australia · 22:27
Huge flu spike puts pressure on struggling regional health service ↗Albury Wodonga Health tells doctors to send patients home early as it struggles to meet an "overwhelming" demand amid a major late-season flu spike.
ABC Australia · 22:28
How knitting and crochet can be 'deceptively good' for the brain ↗Craft activities like knitting and crochet can have a number of benefits for brain health, from helping improve attention to forge connections with others.
Arts & Letters Daily · 22:32
Critical theory can be used to convey sophistication — but when it goes wrong, the whiff of pretension and arrogance is unmistakable ↗Critical theory can be used to convey sophistication — but when it goes wrong, the whiff of pretension and arrogance is unmistakable
Arts & Letters Daily · 22:32
Saffron for joy, ostrich liver for melancholy: medieval mental health was absurd. Yet some aspects seem strangely modern ↗Saffron for joy, ostrich liver for melancholy: medieval mental health was absurd. Yet some aspects seem strangely modern
Arts & Letters Daily · 22:32
“The body could have been that of a hobo.” The life — and death — of Victor Serge is evidence that years spent on the barricades takes a toll ↗“The body could have been that of a hobo.” The life — and death — of Victor Serge is evidence that years spent on the barricades takes a toll
ABC Australia · 22:42
New Lego exhibition shows creative result of 'not following instructions' ↗Two friends imagined a world where Lego people live in the forgotten belongings of humans. They say it's one way they're encouraging people to embrace the unexpected.
ABC Australia · 22:42
Why the Canberra community is up in arms over an abandoned water park ↗The state of the park, and several broken promises around its unrealised reopening, have caused frustration. And anyone still hoping the water park will feature in their summer plans will be left high and dry.
ABC Australia · 22:55
Breaking: US and Denmark reach deal over Greenland after Trump's vows to take island ↗The US president says he has made a deal with Denmark to bolster the US military presence in Greenland, after months of threatening to take it by force from the NATO ally.
ABC Australia · 23:01
Birdwatching boom connects youth with natural world ↗The hobby of birdwatching, once pigeonholed as being just for seniors, has ignited the interest of young people globally. Bird enthusiasts hope the pastime raises awareness about the natural world.
The Guardian World · 23:02
US and Denmark reach security deal after Trump’s threats to take island ↗The agreement would allow the US to expand its military presence, while Denmark and Greenland say it preserves their sovereignty and right to self-determination Donald Trump announced on Friday that the US had struck an Arctic security pact with the leaders of Denmark and Greenland, after threatening for months to…
BBC World · 23:03
A four-minute warning isn't enough: Russia's new relentless missile tactics exhaust Kyiv residents ↗Increasingly frequent and ferocious attacks on the Ukrainian capital have left many on edge.
BBC World · 23:04
Grim discoveries of murdered women spark fear in South Africa ↗Dineo Motapane is one of nine recent victims whose deaths have left a nation traumatised over the level of violence against women.
BBC World · 23:07
Tata Sons: India's corporate crown braces for upheaval amid boardroom revolt ↗The Tata boardroom battle has intensified over a re-appointment of its chairman and a diktat to go public.
Al Jazeera · 23:14
Houthis accuse Saudi Arabia of launching 26 strikes in 24 hours ↗The war in Yemen intensifies with mounting clashes and reciprocal attacks between Saudi forces and the Houthis.
Al Jazeera · 23:17
Super Macklemore 64: Video game mocks Sheeran concert controversy ↗In Super Macklemore 64, players are chased by a giant Ed Sheeran, dodge tiny billionaire Robert Krafts.
BBC World · 23:18
I found love at an Irish matchmaking festival - and I want others to do the same ↗Mary Timby flew to Ireland on a whim last year and met her boyfriend at a matchmaking festival.
ABC Australia · 23:18
Hopes new outback museum will spark conversation about town's past ↗Once home to one of the most isolated policing roles in Australia, Birdsville's historical courthouse has reopened as a museum. Some residents say it is a reminder of the town's chequered past with Indigenous relations.
ABC Australia · 23:22
Maths doesn't add up for Australian parents juggling work and school ↗Parents are working more than ever, but society hasn't caught up with the reality of raising a family.
ABC Australia · 23:54
Inquest examines why Joanne Butterfield disappeared without a trace ↗A coroner has heard evidence from witnesses who do not believe the Far North Queensland mother took her own life when she vanished in mysterious circumstances almost three decades ago.
Al Jazeera · 23:56
Trump says Denmark deal gives US security ‘control’ over Greenland ↗Trump says the US will gain ‘permanent control’ over security in Greenland under a deal with Denmark.