Thursday, 15 October 2026
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Al Jazeera · 00:00
Iran war live: Tehran vows to fight until US yields as ships sink in Hormuz ↗Iran says it does not seek an endless war, but vows to fight until the US accepts its demands as ships sink in Hormuz.
Nature News · 00:00
World's timekeepers upend how they adjust time to avoid catastrophic 'negative second' ↗Nature, Published online: 15 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03329-z Governments have voted to abolish the leap second immediately and to replace it with a leap hour.
Nature News · 00:00
Orangutan mothers arrange play dates for their babies ↗Nature, Published online: 15 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03238-1 Solitary primates spend energy and time travelling to patches of forest for get-togethers.
Nature News · 00:00
Nearly half of reef-building corals face elevated relative risk of extinction ↗Nature, Published online: 15 October 2026; doi:10.1038/s41586-026-11263-3 Nearly half of reef-building corals face elevated relative risk of extinction
Nature News · 00:00
Margaret Hamilton obituary: computer scientist who pioneered software engineering and helped us get to the Moon ↗Nature, Published online: 15 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03233-6 Programmer whose forward-thinking and reliable code helped to save the Apollo 11 mission.
Nature News · 00:00
Is AI eroding PhD students’ critical thinking and analysis skills? ↗Nature, Published online: 15 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03178-w An expert panel debates the impact of artificial intelligence on doctoral programmes.
Nature News · 00:00
ArXiv versus AI slop: will capping preprint submissions work? ↗Nature, Published online: 15 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03194-w Major preprint platform tightens its rules to curb a surge of submissions, including those generated by artificial-intelligence tools.
Nature News · 00:00
Give me the good news: four science stories to brighten your day ↗Nature, Published online: 15 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03152-6 Drugs that can reverse multiple sclerosis in mice and a new species of penguin are just the beginning.
Nature News · 00:00
Daily briefing: Bleached corals revived by healthy neighbour’s touch ↗Nature, Published online: 15 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03336-0 Ghostly white corals are fully restored in eight weeks by contact with a healthy counterpart. Plus, arXiv is capping submissions per researcher and four good news stories to brighten your day.
Al Jazeera · 00:08
Mexican court closes case against official over 2023 detention centre fire ↗Victims' groups, however, have denounced the ruling as 'selective' justice that exonerates the former migration chief.
The Guardian World · 00:17
As One Nation rises, Victorian Labor has promised to make abortions free. Is the timing pure politics? ↗Facing the prospect of election defeat, Labor is hoping to make abortion a defining issue as the Liberals attempt to stave off claims they would oversee a rollback Follow our Australian politics live blog for latest updates Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast Victorian Labor’s plan to…
The Guardian World · 00:22
Labor and Coalition set to reject bill to stop incarcerated women being shackled in childbirth ↗Liberal Paul Scarr breaks ranks to condemn major parties, saying he will write to Queensland attorney general Labor and the Coalition are set to reject a bill that would have banned the shackling of incarcerated women during childbirth, with the government saying it was the responsibility of the states and territ…
Al Jazeera · 00:24
Costa Rica opens mega-prison as Bukele model embraced across Latin America ↗President Laura Fernandez says mega-prison is part of 'tough-on-crime model' embraced by her government.
ABC Australia · 00:28
Premier's move to reinstate school 'Christmas' event labelled 'reprehensible' ↗Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff is being urged to apologise after one of his social media posts about a public school renaming a Christmas event caused an online stir.
ABC Australia · 00:30
COVID-19 grants paid to 9,000 ineligible Victorian businesses ↗An IBAC investigation has found senior public officers failed to warn the minister that hundreds of millions of dollars in business support grants were being paid to ineligible businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
ABC Australia · 00:31
Calls for stronger warnings on iron infusion risks ↗With the use of iron infusions on the rise in Australia, medical experts warn patients to be aware of a potentially serious side effect called hypophosphataemia.
ABC Australia · 00:40
Brisbane City Council floats trialling licensed bars on CityCats ↗The plan for bars on CityCats comes as ferry operator RiverCity Ferries remains locked in pay negotiations with Brisbane ferry staff and the Maritime Workers Union.
ABC Australia · 00:47
Patients struggling with rising costs and long waits for healthcare refunds ↗One regional Victorian has been out of pocket thousands of dollars despite lodging her transport claims several months ago.
ABC Australia · 00:48
Wallaroos lose star but regain experienced campaigner for Scotland Test ↗The Wallaroos are forced to reshuffle their backline for Saturday's Test against Scotland at Sydney's Stadium Australia.
ABC Australia · 00:50
Breaking: Unemployment rate sits at post-COVID high after revision ↗An estimated 39,300 fewer Australians were in work last month, and the number of unemployed people increased by 8,900.
ABC Australia · 01:04
RSL going bush to connect with veterans from Afghanistan ↗Life was radically different for many Afghanistan and Iraq war veterans when they returned home, but a Mid North Coast RSL branch is offering them a new way to reconnect.
ABC Australia · 01:19
Conroy targets 'rot' in Defence after $15.6m bungle unmasked ↗The government concedes mistakes were made after FOI documents revealed more than $15 million was spent without having prior approval.
Al Jazeera · 01:20
Ship catches fire in Romania’s waters amid rising attacks in the Black Sea ↗Authorities are investigating whether drones may have been involved in the latest incident.
ABC Australia · 01:28
Yass Valley Council residents facing possible 76pc rate rise ↗Independent consultants have found the council would need to generate an extra $8.3 million from operations each year by 2027-28 to maintain its financial and infrastructure position.
Al Jazeera · 01:29
Istanbul in chaos, shut down by heaviest rainfall since 1985 ↗Torrential rain has triggered flash floods across Istanbul.
Al Jazeera · 01:34
Trump suggests those who leak government information should ‘be shot’ ↗The US president has long been unhappy with inside information about his administration being leaked to the media.
Al Jazeera · 01:35
White House spokesperson Katie Zacharia’s law career faces scrutiny ↗Katie Zacharia has repeatedly claimed to be a lawyer, but critics question whether she was ever licensed.
ABC Australia · 01:50
Lamarre-Condon asked friend to toss phone mailed to her in WA, jury told ↗A woman who became close with Beau Lamarre-Condon over their shared interest in celebrities is giving evidence in his double-murder trial on Thursday.
ABC Australia · 01:57
Speed camera operator charged over alleged dangerous overtake on road train ↗The 67-year-old Toodyay man is accused of reckless driving after he allegedly used his work car to perform an unsafe overtaking manoeuvre in WA's Wheatbelt, causing an oncoming vehicle to swerve off the road.
France 24 · 01:57
Thousands protest across Colombia against new right-wing president ↗Thousands of Colombians protested peacefully across the country on Wednesday against right-wing President Abelardo de la Espriella, in the opposition’s first major demonstrations since he took office in August. Former leftist President Gustavo Petro led a rally in Bogota, joined by trade unionists, Indigenous groups…
France 24 · 01:59
EU leaders head into high-stakes budget battle as elections loom ↗EU leaders head to a summit on Thursday seeking a deal on the bloc’s nearly €2 trillion budget for 2028-2034 by Christmas amid deep divisions over spending and fears that upcoming elections, particularly in France, could strengthen eurosceptic forces.
ABC Australia · 02:23
Industrial relations minister could terminate strikes under proposed Qld laws ↗Protected industrial action could be terminated if it would threaten to endanger the life, personal safety, health or welfare or cause significant damage to the state's economy.
BBC World · 02:26
Retired US generals call on Pentagon to cancel 'barbaric' execution livestream ↗Livestreaming the execution of Nidal Hasan "will taint the honor of the military that employs it, and a nation that allows it," 72 former officers said in a letter.
ABC Australia · 02:34
Wallabies show faith in rookie fly half for final All Blacks Test ↗The Wallabies are without Ben Donaldson for Saturday's Bledisloe Cup Test in Sydney, while they have made changes elsewhere in their match-day squad.
ABC Australia · 02:35
How Sally Rooney's support for Palestine Action led to UK exodus ↗Ireland's "Salinger for the Snapchat generation" can no longer sell her novels in the UK. The reason links back to pro-Palestinian activists.
ABC Australia · 02:35
Queensland jails will be at triple capacity under new bail laws, union warns ↗Queensland's prison guard union says new bail laws will force jails to house three inmates in cells built for one.
The Guardian World · 02:39
Senior Victorian public servants hid loss of up to $285m from Covid grants given to ineligible businesses ↗Whistleblowers applauded as Ibac finds ‘decisions were made to withhold information about the magnitude of the loss’ Senior public servants in one state covered up losses suspected to be worth hundreds of millions arising from flawed Covid-19 business support payments, an investigation has found. During the pand…
ABC Australia · 02:40
New law to force Darwin Private Hospital operators to provide maternity care ↗Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro says operators of the Darwin Private Hospital are "not welcome" in the Territory unless they are prepared to deliver maternity services.
Al Jazeera · 02:42
Tunisia: What has Kais Saied achieved economically in seven years? ↗Rising prices, unemployment and public debt test Saied’s economic promises.
The Guardian World · 02:45
Brazil cuts work week to 40 hours in win for Lula ahead of runoff ↗Congress approves constitutional amendment that bans six-day workweeks, which could effect up to 30 million Brazil’s congress has approved a constitutional amendment to shorten the working week to a maximum of 40 hours, a move that could affect 30 million workers and that will hand a political victory to the left…
Al Jazeera · 02:45
Kenya’s Ebola cases test preparedness beyond Nairobi ↗The scare exposed gaps in how far outbreak readiness reaches Kenya’s remote communities.
ABC Australia · 02:47
Nobel Peace Prize winner Navi Pillay reflects on career forged under apartheid ↗In her first Australian interview since winning the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, Navanethem "Navi" Pillay reflects on growing up in a segregated South Africa, her trailblazing career as a judge, and Trump's "pathetic" criticisms of her.
ABC Australia · 02:52
Woman charged after allegedly poisoning colleague's curry with snail pellets ↗The Perth woman is due to face court accused of adding the pellets to the curry in an apparent attempt to poison another woman with whom she was in a "personal relationship".
Al Jazeera · 02:54
Trump plays Muslim Brotherhood card against Senate candidate El-Sayed ↗President Donald Trump says Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed is a member of the Muslim Brotherhood.
Al Jazeera · 03:03
Trump administration seeks to strip Ilhan Omar of US citizenship: WSJ ↗Investigators have subpoenaed relatives and examined immigration records, the newspaper reports.
BBC World · 03:03
White House defends new press secretary amid questions about her legal credentials ↗Katie Zacharia does not appear to be registered to the legal bar in any state where she has lived.
Al Jazeera · 03:12
Teenager dies as heavy rain floods Istanbul ↗Roads collapse and hospitals take in water as floods swamp Turkiye's largest city, shutting schools and halting traffic.
ABC Australia · 03:15
Breaking: Greens senator takes leave amid allegations of comments towards women ↗The Greens have confirmed WA senator Jordon Steele-John has taken leave after reports from The Sydney Morning Herald about allegations of inappropriate comments towards women.
Al Jazeera · 03:23
North Korea tests two submarine-launched missiles, state media reports ↗The tests showcase North Korea's war deterrent capabilities in the region, KCNA says.
BBC World · 03:26
'Nowhere to escape' - Indonesians share footage of orange haze blanketing towns ↗Thick orange smog descended on the Indonesian city of Palangka Raya as wildfires continue raging nearby.
Al Jazeera · 03:28
OpenAI bugging suspect allegedly booked one-way trip to Saudi Arabia ↗Saudi national Abdulrahman Alfozan was due to fly to Saudi Arabia on October 12, US prosecutors say in court filing.
ABC Australia · 03:28
Former stockman jailed for fatal attack on partner in NT town’s CBD ↗A former stockman has been sentenced to prison over the fatal bashing of his partner and mother of his four children, Colleen Bradshaw, in a regional NT town.
Al Jazeera · 03:30
Albanian Ministry of Justice on fire as education protesters riot ↗Hundreds of students joined anti-government protests in Tirana, demanding education reforms.
ABC Australia · 03:34
Ukraine's pleas over Starlink have now reached Elon Musk ↗Ukraine says people will die as a result of throttled Starlink services in the country. Here's how its armed forces rely on the crucial satellite service.
ABC Australia · 03:36
Adelaide University to offer staff early retirements as financial woes grow ↗Less than a year after a $500 million state government-backed merger, the new Adelaide University is already looking to cut staff numbers by offering early retirement packages.
Al Jazeera · 03:50
Argentina’s Milei backs Trump for US midterms, calls vote crucial for West ↗The US President's ally says conservatives “cannot give an inch” in Latin America as he accepts an award in Washington.
France 24 · 03:52
Ukraine live: Romania probes possible drone attack on tanker ↗Romania on Wednesday was probing a possible fresh drone attack on a tanker off its Black Sea coast. Suspected Russian drones have hit several ships off Romania and neighbouring Bulgaria since last week in the latest spillover from the Ukraine war in the Black Sea. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.
The Guardian World · 04:00
Verse from the waste land: Rotterdam’s poetic bin lorries granted cultural status ↗Lyrical lines printed on side of city’s fleet of rubbish trucks now recognised as one of Netherlands’ proud traditions It is best known for its rich migration history and striking modern architecture. But now the Dutch city of Rotterdam is seeking recognition for a rather different characteristic: its tradition of…
ABC Australia · 04:00
Adelaide laneway named in honour of hip hop pioneers Hilltop Hoods ↗Hilltop Hoods put Australian hip hop on the map. Now, Adelaide is putting the trio on the street map with Hilltop Hoods Lane.
The Guardian World · 04:00
Greens senator Jordan Steele-John takes leave amid investigation into complaints ↗Steele-John said he rejected the claims and had referred them to the Western Australian Greens for a ‘fair, independent process’ Greens senator Jordon Steele-John has taken leave from the party room after complaints were made, triggering an independent review. The Nine newspapers reported on Thursday afternoon t…
The Guardian World · 04:05
Victoria to become first state to make abortions free as Coalition matches Labor election promise ↗Exclusive: Out-of-pocket costs for abortion care to be covered regardless of who wins November election as Jess Wilson says Liberals and Nationals ‘will not allow Labor to play politics on this issue’ Follow our Australian politics live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news…
ABC Australia · 04:11
Police allege P-plater drove dangerously for 15 minutes before Knights crash ↗Police charge sheets allege a P-plater's dangerous driving spanned 15 minutes before a crash that injured 10 Newcastle Knights fans.
Al Jazeera · 04:15
X suspends 13,000 accounts, alleging foreign influence ahead of US midterms ↗The social platform says networks targeted US political debate across the spectrum ahead of midterm elections.
BBC World · 04:17
Australian woman charged with lacing colleague's curry with snail poison ↗The alleged victim, who was in a relationship with the woman, had spotted bright green pellets in the meal.
Al Jazeera · 04:19
Heavy rain causes mass pileup in Brazil tunnel ↗Flooding left vehicles piled up and people stranded inside Sao Paulo’s Anhangabau tunnel.
BBC World · 04:19
Anthropic flags revenue surge to investors ahead of stock market debut ↗It comes as some investors have become concerned about the amount of money being spent on AI infrastructure.
ABC Australia · 04:22
MP calls for upgrades on 'patchwork' highway after fatal crash ↗A man has died after his car crashed into a ditch beside the Mitchell Highway near Wellington in the NSW Central West, sparking calls for an urgent upgrade of the road.
The Guardian World · 04:25
Indonesia fights fire with dry ice as toxic haze spreads across region ↗Having tried cloud seeding and water bombing, one pilot project will see dry ice dispersed by plane across the province of South Sumatra As fires ravage Indonesia, emitting a toxic smoke that has drawn the ire of regional neighbours, the government is testing an unusual new approach to tackle the haze: dry ice.…
ABC Australia · 04:38
Footage shows panic as 4WD tears through Melbourne shopping centre ↗Giriwa May has been sentenced to more than four years behind bars after driving a stolen Landcruiser through a shopping centre in Melbourne's north in June last year.
ABC Australia · 04:42
NT Labor backflips, supports 'hyper-scale' data centre moratorium ↗The Territory Labor opposition says a moratorium on "hyper-scale" data centres should be imposed until July next year, while a review into them is undertaken.
Al Jazeera · 04:43
Israel has detained more than 2,000 Palestinian children since 2023: report ↗At least 350 Palestinian children currently face 'harsh conditions' in Israeli prisons.
ABC Australia · 04:45
Expert says trust use to avoid tax 'bordering on a joke' ↗Small business advocates say it is a misconception that trusts are only used by wealthy families to minimise tax, but one expert says the current system is "bordering on a joke" and in urgent need of reform.
ABC Australia · 04:58
Ferry fight heads to court as Kangaroo Island shutdown confirmed ↗The operator of Kangaroo Island's "lifeline" ferry has launched legal action to get the second of two long-promised new ferries delivered to Australia.
ABC Australia · 04:59
Woman admits stabbing murder mid-trial after prison confession ↗Hannah Louise Glover pleads guilty to stabbing Tara Morrison to death in Western Australia's South West after a murder trial hears about her prison confessions.
The Guardian World · 05:00
Poland looks to economic heights in a country transformed since Soviet days ↗In the final part of our series on the country, Poles tell how wages have soared – along with the cost of living Above the rain-soaked streets of Warsaw, the observation deck of the Varso tower overlooks Joseph Stalin’s gift to Poland that has divided opinion for decades. For some, the Soviet-era Palace of Cultu…
BBC World · 05:00
Hundreds of IDF investigations into killings still have no public outcome, BBC Verify finds ↗BBC Verify has identified 254 incidents from the past three years the Israeli military said it is reviewing after being accused of harm.
ABC Australia · 05:18
Patient recounts moment he was set on fire at Sydney hospital ↗Radovan Banic says he 'thought it was water' when he and two others were doused in accelerant on Tuesday night.
ABC Australia · 05:19
Fraudsters behind ‘devastating’ Canberra fraud plot avoid jail time ↗Three people who defrauded a Canberra electrical wholesaler have avoided jail time and been handed intensive corrections orders.
ABC Australia · 05:20
Home Affairs 'unlawfully' jailed Australian citizen for 945 days ↗An Australian citizen was unlawfully held in immigration detention for 945 days due to a litany of departmental errors.
The Guardian World · 05:22
‘Manosphere’ podcasts and moon-landing conspiracy theories to remain online under new laws, Wells says ↗Communications minister rebuts claims that Labor’s digital duty of care laws would lead to government control of speech Follow our Australian politics live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Australians could still “listen to manosphere podcasts” or “say the m…
ABC Australia · 05:22
Child support worker guilty of 'snap' assault on autistic son ↗A judge tells a woman who pleaded guilty to punching her son in the face it was "very ironic" she was working as a children's domestic violence support worker at the time.
Al Jazeera · 05:24
Restoring nature is key to a more resilient future ↗At COP17 and COP31, governments must accelerate positive tipping points in energy, food and finance.
ABC Australia · 05:25
Breaking: Person of interest identified after recording device found on navy ship ↗The Chief of Navy Vice Admiral Matt Buckley labelled the incident a "despicable betrayal of trust".
The Guardian World · 05:29
Beau Lamarre-Condon allegedly asked celebrity chaser friend if he could post phone to her in WA to throw in water, court told ↗Stacey Parker was contacted following alleged murders, years after meeting Lamarre-Condon in Sydney and bonding over scepticism of Covid vaccines Follow our Australia politics live blog for latest updates Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast Beau Lamarre-Condon asked a friend in Weste…
ABC Australia · 05:30
Man charged with 16yo girl's murder in remote NT community ↗A 26-year-old man faces court over the alleged murder of a 16-year-old girl in the remote Northern Territory community of Alpurrurulam.
ABC Australia · 05:42
Breaking: Grandmother wins fight for inquest into murders of children by their mother ↗A coronial inquest is announced into the deaths of three children killed by their mother in Port Hedland in 2022.
The Guardian World · 05:44
Thursday briefing: Thanks to an erratic Trump, peace in Ukraine is still far away ↗In today’s newsletter: As Russia resists a ceasefire and Trump’s shifting priorities unsettle allies, an end to the conflict isn’t getting any closer Good morning. In his usual asinine unconventional approach to international relations, Donald Trump announced on Sunday (via Truth Social, how else) an “ENERGY CEASE…
France 24 · 05:45
PSG put on a show with win at Manchester City in Champions League thriller ↗Paris are European champions for a reason. PSG sent a message to their rivals with an impressive 4-2 victory over Manchester City on Matchday 2 of the Champions League. After dominating the first half to take a 3-0 lead, Luis Enrique’s side saw City come close to staging a incredible comeback in the second half, tha…
Al Jazeera · 05:48
Is Lamine Yamal’s Barcelona record better than Messi’s as a teenager? ↗Yamal's 17 goal contributions after 10 games are more than Messi's in his Ballon d'Or-winning season as a teenager.
ABC Australia · 05:48
Bird flu detected in seal, bird samples taken from remote southern island ↗Bird flu has been detected in samples taken from a southern elephant seal and a kelp gull on Macquarie Island, with authorities making preparations for a mass mortality event.
France 24 · 05:49
France 'can no longer finance' Ukraine, far-right candidate Marine Le Pen says ↗Far-right leader and presidential candidate Marine Le Pen said on Wednesday that France could no longer afford to fund Ukraine, citing the country's high deficit and weak economic growth.
ABC Australia · 05:54
Manosphere experts warn if we lecture boys 'we lose them' ↗We asked a panel of experts to answer your common questions about the manosphere, masculinity and how to approach conversations about it.
ABC Australia · 05:54
Ex-police officer found guilty of sexually touching colleagues without consent ↗Matthew Stephen Cameron, 33, was initially charged with nine counts of sexual touching without consent and one count of sexual assault against three younger male colleagues.
France 24 · 06:03
EU leaders head into high-stakes budget battle as elections loom ↗EU leaders head to a summit on Thursday seeking a deal on the bloc’s nearly €2 trillion budget for 2028-2034 by Christmas amid deep divisions over spending and fears that upcoming elections, particularly in France, could strengthen eurosceptic forces.
ABC Australia · 06:13
Coalition and Greens unite to be a thorn in the government’s side ↗With just three sitting weeks of parliament left, the government is working hard to negotiate its way through numerous roadblocks coming from all sides of politics.
Al Jazeera · 06:16
G20 finance ministers, central bankers gather amid fallout from Iran war ↗Officials meet in Thailand as conflict drives energy prices higher and casts uncertainty over global economy.
ABC Australia · 06:21
This Spanish poet's work was banned and censored. Now it's an epic movie ↗Australians finally get to see why La Bola Negra, nominated for the Palme d'Or at Cannes and snapped up by Netflix, shines so brightly.
ABC Australia · 06:23
China 'dumped' aluminium windows and doors in Australia, report finds ↗Australia's international trade monitor has found the Chinese exports aluminium windows and doors were "dumped" here, heavily undercutting local prices and damaging the local industry.
BBC World · 06:24
North Korea and China open new bridge after 12-year delay ↗China is the North's largest trading partner and a lifeline against the sanctions Pyongyang faces.
The Guardian World · 06:32
Doctors treating Elizabeth Struhs recommended involuntary mental health assessment of her mother, coroner hears ↗Inquest into death of Queensland girl denied insulin by her religious parents is told Kerrie Struhs believed God would heal her daughter Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Doctors were so concerned about the religious beliefs of Elizabeth Struhs’ mother they recommended she be subjecte…
Al Jazeera · 06:46
From Morocco to South Africa, Israel election watched closely across Africa ↗October 27 vote could test whether Israel's ties with African countries withstand the fallout from the war on Gaza.
ABC Australia · 06:57
Once Melbourne's 'laughing stock', Star ferris wheel turns again ↗Often the butt of Melburnian jokes, the observation wheel reopened to locals and tourists alike this week.
The Guardian World · 07:00
ADF member ‘person of interest’ after video recorder found in HMAS Leeuwin women’s showers ↗Vice Adm Buckley calls incident an ‘act of sexual violence’ and a ‘despicable betrayal of trust’ Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The defence department says a member of the Australian Defence Force is a “person of interest” in investigations after a video recording device was found…
ABC Australia · 07:09
ACCC takes Kmart to court over nail glue burns and button battery safety ↗The consumer watchdog has taken legal action against Kmart, alleging it breached Australian consumer law by selling millions of bottles of nail glue that caused burns.
Al Jazeera · 07:16
Clock ticking for leap second: Why timekeeping could change forever ↗Timekeepers add a leap second occasionally to keep our clocks and the Earth's rotation in tune. That could now change.
Al Jazeera · 07:21
Backlash in Kashmir over proposal for uniform Friday sermons across mosques ↗Political and religious critics accuse India's Modi government of curbing Kashmir's freedom of religion and expression.
ABC Australia · 07:22
Student doctor pleads not guilty to speeding luxury car down WA highway ↗A 21-year-old medical student has pleaded not guilty to speeding down a WA highway at speeds of more than 250 kilometres per hour in a luxury car.
ABC Australia · 07:23
Anika Wells opens door to lawsuits against big tech companies ↗Labor is considering a Greens push to let Australians sue online platforms for harm as the Coalition maintains its opposition to new digital safety laws.
BBC World · 07:25
Indian woman and boyfriend get death sentence in 'blue drum' murder case ↗The body was recovered from a large blue plastic storage container - locally called a drum.
ABC Australia · 07:30
Live: World Cup begins as Origin stars make historic starts for Kiwis ↗The Rugby League World Cup begins with a blockbuster between powerhouse nations Australia and New Zealand. Follow live.
ABC Australia · 07:30
Breaking: 27 students and a teacher dead after school roof collapse in Pakistan ↗At least 27 students under the age of 13 and one teacher have been killed when a school roof collapsed in Pakistan's Peshawar city.
ABC Australia · 07:34
A-League star in fiery exchange with reporter over suspension loophole ↗Auckland FC's Sam Cosgrove responds angrily after a reporter asks about the club's use of a loophole allowing him to play the A-League opener despite a two-game suspension.
ABC Australia · 07:36
Indonesia to deploy dry ice to reduce thick haze from fires ↗The haze caused by intense fires has drifted into neighbouring Singapore, Malaysia and East Timor.
ABC Australia · 07:42
Man to serve more than five years over fatal crash ↗A Victorian man will serve at least five years prison for causing a crash while under the influence of drugs, killing a much-loved mum.
Al Jazeera · 07:44
Russian nuclear-powered submarine fires missiles during Pacific drills ↗Russia's Pacific Fleet has test-fired cruise missiles from a nuclear-powered submarine, striking a target 1,200km away.
The Guardian World · 07:47
Woman charged after allegedly poisoning colleague’s curry lunch with snail pellets ↗Western Australian police say woman ‘experienced numbness to her tongue’ after tasting the curry at her workplace in Perth Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast A woman has been charged after allegedly poisoning a co-worker’s lunch curry with snail pellets. Western Australian police say…
ABC Australia · 07:52
ACT walks back pledge for ankle bracelets on DV perpetrators ↗A prominent domestic and family violence service says it fears electronic monitoring might merely provide an illusion of safety.
ABC Australia · 07:52
Chickens euthanased in NSW egg farm 'emergency situation' ↗Chickens at an egg farm on the NSW Central Coast are being euthanased as the business is investigated over claims of animal cruelty.
Al Jazeera · 07:54
Police arrest US teen in alleged Illinois Hindu temple mass shooting plot ↗Coworker alerted police after receiving disturbing messages from 19-year-old suspect.
The Guardian World · 08:00
LGBTQ+ people go into hiding in Senegal as hundreds are arrested ↗At least 320 people detained for ‘acts against nature’ after law criminalising homosexuality toughened, HRW reports Mass arrests, forced HIV testing and barriers to legal representation are part of an escalating crackdown against LGBTQ+ people in Senegal, according to a new report . More than 320 individuals hav…
France 24 · 08:02
Pakistan school roof collapse kills dozens of pupils, teacher in Peshawar ↗A teacher and twenty-seven pupils were killed when a school roof collapsed in the northwestern Pakistani city of Peshawar on Thursday, a hospital official said. More than thirty people were injured, with six of them believed to be in a critical condition.
Al Jazeera · 08:06
Containers and debris captured floating around the Strait of Hormuz ↗Video shows containers and debris scattered around the Strait of Hormuz due to the recent attacks on vessels.
ABC Australia · 08:11
Man faces court after 'frightening, costly' truck collision with train ↗A man who drove his truck into a train on a level crossing in Katherine in 2023, causing it to derail and injure two workers, has pleaded guilty to two counts of careless driving causing harm.
BBC World · 08:17
Actor Imran Khan ordered to leave India after participating in protest ↗The Bollywood actor had been detained and released while participating in a protest in Mumbai on 10 October.
BBC World · 08:19
What's going on between Kelly Clarkson and a Brooklyn store bird? ↗The Since U Been Gone singer claims she was "looked at as if I couldn't afford" an item in the store.
NPR News · 08:22
School roof collapse kills at least 29, injures more than 3 dozen in Pakistan ↗The roof of a private school collapsed in northwestern Pakistan on Thursday, killing at least 28 children and a female teacher and injuring more than 50 other people. (Image credit: Maaz Awan)
Al Jazeera · 08:24
Messi’s Inter Miami beat New York City to reach third straight MLS playoff ↗Messi assist sets Inter Miami on way to 2-0 win against New York City FC as back-to-back wins guarantee playoff place.
Al Jazeera · 08:27
Man United’s Martinez takes to social media to defend his criticism of club ↗Argentina defender Lisandro Martinez follows up criticism of his club with social media explanation of frustration.
Al Jazeera · 08:30
School roof collapses in northwestern Pakistan, killing at least 29 people ↗At least 28 students and one teacher killed in incident at Al-Khair Education Center, a private school in Peshawar.
ABC Australia · 08:35
Inquest hears missing schoolgirl's skull used as ashtray at pub ↗An inquest into the disappearance of Marilyn Wallman hears that a piece of the schoolgirl's skull was kept in a shed and used as an ashtray before it was handed over to the police.
The Guardian World · 08:36
Elon Musk suggests US government was behind Starlink restrictions in Ukraine – Europe live ↗Ukraine president Zelenskyy said he felt ‘betrayed’ by the US after Trump’s diesel deal and the Starlink restrictions Sweden’s Ulf Kristersson also offered his backing for Ukraine, as he criticised Donald Trump’s diesel deal with Russia. “ We very much regret this agreement on diesel. It’s obviously not a very…
Al Jazeera · 08:37
‘Our works are next to each other’: Art bridges Gaza and West Bank ↗Young Palestinian artists in Gaza and the occupied West Bank bring their work together in simultaneous exhibitions.
The Guardian World · 08:39
Tech market sell-off deepens amid fears over US inflation and AI debt ↗Chip makers and tech investors such as Samsung and SoftBank plunge as global investors fret over potential interest rate hikes Business news – live updates Larry Elliott: the global economy is muddling through. But a storm is coming An accelerating sell-off of AI-linked shares has hit global markets, as fear…
Al Jazeera · 08:44
Iraq devalues dinar to ease cash crunch, leaving traders in limbo ↗The government hopes a weaker dinar will help pay salaries, but traders face rising import costs and uncertainty.
NPR News · 08:46
Morning news brief ↗Trump's campaign tour continues as Republicans rally voters ahead of midterms, Ukraine faces limited access to Starshield technology, Houthi rebels hit Saudi oil company building.
ABC Australia · 09:00
Story of young woman accused of witchcraft wins $100,000 book award ↗Bernice Barry felt different growing up. She gifted that difficult experience to the protagonist of her book, The Names of a Hare, which just won the ARA Historical Novel Prize.
NPR News · 09:00
For some Christians, Hegseth's plan for public execution fits a biblical mandate ↗Defense Secretary Hegseth's announcement of a livestreamed execution elicited reactions of disgust and condemnation from some faith leaders and politicians. But within his church, it's not an outlier. (Image credit: Jim Watson)
NPR News · 09:00
These swing voters regret voting for Trump and it's influencing their midterm choices ↗Some key voters in Georgia say deep frustration and disappointment with President Trump are motivating their election plans just weeks before Election Day. (Image credit: Megan Varner)
NPR News · 09:02
Essential items to stock in your medicine cabinet for cold and flu season ↗Cold and flu season is here. Before someone in your household gets hit, make sure you have these essential meds and comfort items in your medicine cabinet.
Al Jazeera · 09:03
The irony of OpenAI crying foul over spying ↗A company that owes its existence and enormous valuation to stealing others' work is now up in arms about theft.
Al Jazeera · 09:26
Could France trigger another Eurozone debt crisis? ↗France's soaring borrowing costs and political divisions raise fears of a wider Eurozone debt crisis.
ABC Australia · 09:28
Review ordered after man dies waiting two hours for ambulance ↗The 53-year-old man called for help after experiencing chest pains but was dead by the time paramedics arrived.
Al Jazeera · 09:35
‘Each country goes its own way’: How Balkan politics shape ties with Israel ↗Countries’ ties with Israel reflect local politics, defence deals and strategic interests rather than a united stance.
France 24 · 09:50
War in Ukraine: Kyiv residents decry shortage of bomb shelters ↗Kyiv's mayor, Vitaly Klitschko, has advised those residents who can "temporarily relocate" for the winter to do so. That advice has been met with derision at best from many residents, who say his administration is responsible for failing to better prepare the Ukrainian capital for Russian attacks. In particular, the…
France 24 · 09:54
New four-lane bridge opens between China, North Korea ↗A new four-lane road bridge linking China and North Korea finally opened on Thursday, 12 years late, enabling the Asian giant and its isolated nuclear-armed neighbour to step up cross-border trade substantially. China is its neighbour's largest trading partner and a vital diplomatic and political backer, although re…
France 24 · 09:55
Restrictions expose Ukraine's Starlink dependency in Russia war ↗Restrictions reported by Ukraine on its use of the US satellite internet system Starlink have exposed Kyiv's reliance on the technology for both offensive and defensive operations in its fight against Russia'a invasion, analysts and observers say. A senior Ukrainian official, who asked not to be named, told AFP on W…
France 24 · 09:57
PSG outgun embattled Man City in six-goal Champions League thriller ↗Paris Saint-Germain further soured the mood at the Etihad Stadium as Manchester City's first home game since the guilty verdict on widespread flouting of Premier League financial rules ended in a 4-2 Champions League defeat on Wednesday. The European champions turned on the style to strike three times inside the ope…
France 24 · 09:58
Mont Blanc nearly two metres taller than in 2023 ↗France's tallest mountain was nearly two metres higher last month than its last reported measurement in 2023, surveyors said Wednesday, putting the Alpine peak at 4,807.47 metres (15,772.5 feet). Researchers have been measuring the mountain every two years to three years since 2001, hoping to garner information abou…
NPR News · 10:00
Greetings from Mexico City, where a bullfighting ban doesn't stop this matador training ↗One plays the bull, the other the bullfighter, as a pair practices a dance of death in a sport that's prohibited in the Mexican capital city.
France 24 · 10:00
Colombians, fearing for future, march against right-wing president ↗Thousands of Colombians took to the streets of cities across the country on Wednesday to protest the policies of new right-wing President Abelardo de la Espriella. The demonstrations mark the first show of force by the opposition since de la Espriella took office in August vowing to combat crime and eradicate "narco…
Al Jazeera · 10:00
Long-delayed China-North Korea bridge officially opens ↗China and North Korea have officially opened the New Yalu River Bridge after a 12-year delay.
Al Jazeera · 10:02
Russia says Ukraine resumes attacks on oil refineries ↗Ukraine's president earlier said Kyiv was 'done' with energy ceasefire and that strikes on Russian oil refineries would resume.
France 24 · 10:03
FRANCE 24 report: India’s Gen Z protesters find gaps in security clampdown ↗India’s capital New Delhi faced a near lockdown situation on Saturday, following a call of protest by Gen Z led Cockroach Janata Party. More than 30,000 security forces were deployed and over 50 metro stations were shut. Authorities imposed an internet blackout for 24 hours to suppress the movement but the protester…
France 24 · 10:05
China, North Korea open long-delayed border bridge ↗China and North Korea officially opened their most significant land border crossing on Thursday, aiming to rejuvenate trade and commerce after years of strained ties and pandemic-related disruptions. Trucks festooned with the national flags of the neighbours drove across the long-delayed 3-km (2-mile) New Yalu River…
BBC World · 10:05
Brazil's Congress approves shorter working week in win for Lula ↗Lula's supporters hope the measure will boost his popularity ahead of a presidential run-off in 10 days.
BBC World · 10:05
Two dead in Istanbul after heaviest rainfall in 84 years, governor says ↗Residents have been told to avoid leaving their homes unless absolutely necessary.
NPR News · 10:05
Ukraine resumes attacks on Russian oil refineries, officials say, after brief truce ↗Ukrainian drones attacked a refinery in Russia's Ryazan region early Thursday, hours after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that a brief truce spurned by Moscow was over. (Image credit: Alberto Pezzali)
France 24 · 10:06
Albanian students protest over education, jobs, clash with police ↗Demonstrators and riot police clashed in Albania's capital on Wednesday in a second straight day of violence triggered by student protests calling for better university conditions and Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation. Protesters formed makeshift barricades in the capital, Tirana, while riot police responded wit…
France 24 · 10:08
Musk suggests US govt behind any slowdown in Ukraine's Starshield system ↗SpaceX boss Elon Musk said Wednesday that any disruptions reported by Ukraine in using the Starshield satellite communications system would be the responsibility of the US government, not his company. "Starshield systems are owned and controlled by the US government. Any limits on speed or usage are decided by the U…
France 24 · 10:09
EU leaders head for showdown over bloc long-term budget ↗EU leaders on Thursday head for their biggest clash yet over the bloc's next long-term budget, as they race to lock in a deal before next year's French presidential election. The 27-nation European Union wants an agreement by Christmas, worried that any future dealmaking will be derailed by potential eurosceptic win…
France 24 · 10:11
EU leaders to clash over long-term budget, Ukraine support ↗European Union leaders will clash on Thursday over the size of bloc's next long-term budget, its sources of revenue and spending priorities, with no immediate deal in sight. The budget also covers help for Kyiv. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky will be joining the meeting on Friday in a bid to rally support am…
The Guardian World · 10:14
Russia and Ukraine resume energy strikes despite Trump warnings ↗Moscow sends swarms of drones to attack infrastructure in central Ukraine as Zelenskyy says Kyiv will restart strikes on Russian oil refineries Europe live – latest updates The White House’s unilateral effort to negotiate an energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine has collapsed as Moscow sent a record swarm…
France 24 · 10:15
French teen charged in school shooting cites revenge for bullying ↗Anti-terrorism prosecutors said a 14-year-old involved in a shooting that wounded teaching staff at a school in the south of France earlier this week was acting out of revenge for bullying. The teenager was charged with attempted murder and remanded in custody Wednesday.
France 24 · 10:16
A cultural stroll through Paris with photographer Nikos Aliagas and writer Jean-Paul Enthoven ↗This week in Paris des Arts, Valérie Fayolle hosts Nikos Aliagas, a TV presenter and photographer. He takes us to his exhibit on old age at the Musée de l’Homme.
Al Jazeera · 10:21
Dozens of children killed after roof collapses in Pakistani school ↗At least 29 people, mostly children, have been killed after the school collapsed on them in Pakistan’s Peshawar.
France 24 · 10:24
Houthis deny targeting holy city of Medina after Saudi Arabia says it intercepted missile ↗Yemen's Houthis denied carrying out an attack on Saudi Arabia on Thursday, shortly after Riyadh said it had intercepted a missile targeting the region around the holy city of Medina.
BBC World · 10:27
Ukraine to restart strikes on Russian oil refineries, Zelensky says ↗Russia reports a Ukrainian strike on an oil refinery on Thursday, after Ukraine's president says a pause is over following fresh Russian attacks.
The Guardian World · 10:34
Albania’s prime minister vows not to resign over student-led protests ↗Demonstrators are demanding resignation of Edi Rama after three days of clashes in Tirana Albania’s prime minister, Edi Rama, has said he will not resign over student-led demonstrations, as protesters and police clashed in the country’s capital for a third consecutive day. Police used teargas and water cannon to…
France 24 · 10:39
Kenya reports second Ebola case, family member of first patient ↗Kenya reported a second case of Ebola on Wednesday, about a week after recording its first ever infection of the viral disease when a Kenyan who had been living in Congo died in a Nairobi hospital on October 5. The second patient, a 39-year-old man, is a close family member of the first case and was already in quara…
Al Jazeera · 10:44
Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia could be postponed by a year amid Houthi attacks ↗The tournament is scheduled to begin on January 7 but could be moved by a year if needed, AFC president says.
Al Jazeera · 10:46
FIFA set for rule change after Balogun red card row at the World Cup: reports ↗The governing body's council is expected to prohibit disciplinary committees from overturning match suspensions.
BBC World · 10:51
Obama says drift towards extremism 'not inevitable' ↗More than 12,000 people filled a major venue in the city to hear the former US president's take on the challenges the world is facing. .
Al Jazeera · 10:52
Fighting in Yemen intensifies: What’s the latest on the battlefield? ↗Houthis attempt to raise the cost of the Yemen war for Saudi Arabia as attacks, fighting intensify.
ABC Australia · 10:59
Sailors missing as two ships set ablaze in Romanian Black Sea ↗Rescuers were searching for seven missing crew members from one of two chemical tankers that caught fire in Romanian territorial waters.
The Guardian World · 11:00
Revealed: Serbian ruler’s secret role in ‘illegal’ effort to help Trump business ↗Exclusive: Aleksandar Vučić personally intervened to push plans for controversial $500m Trump Tower in Belgrade, which sparked protests and a criminal case Serbia’s authoritarian ruler personally intervened to advance an allegedly illegal scheme to hand over a protected site in Belgrade for a Trump tower, the Guar…
NPR News · 11:06
After booting 760K off ACA health plans, the Trump administration adds some people back ↗The Trump administration provided few details about its process for canceling hundreds of thousands of Affordable Care Act enrollments — even as the next stage of the anti-fraud effort is underway. (Image credit: Stefani Reynolds)
France 24 · 11:09
'American abandonment' threatens Ukraine's civilians in war against Russia ↗PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, October 15: First, reported Starlink disruptions in Ukraine make the European front pages. Next, US papers go into more detail about the situation. Also, an unusual alliance forms in Germany between far-right and far-left parties. Meanwhile, the winners of the Wildlife Photographer of the Ye…
BBC World · 11:10
Watch: Harry and Meghan at first joint engagement since UK return ↗The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are making several public appearances in Nottingham.
Al Jazeera · 11:12
Syrian authorities arrest main suspect in 2013 Baniyas mass killings ↗Ali Kayali, also known as Mihrac Ural, was apprehended as he tried to cross the border, state media reported.
BBC World · 11:12
Eight crew missing after drone attack leaves tanker ablaze off Romania's coast ↗A search and rescue operation is under way in the Black Sea after the latest attack in the area.
France 24 · 11:19
Starlink in Ukraine: Musk suggests US govt behind any slowdown ↗🇺🇦🇺🇸 As Ukraine reports slowdowns in the Starlink system used for battlefield communications and frontline logistics, Elon Musk says that "any limits on speed or usage are decided by the US military and ultimately POTUS."
NPR News · 11:31
Social Security benefits to get a boost. And, Hasan Piker defends his rhetoric ↗Social Security benefits are set to get a boost to offset rising consumer prices. And, streamer Hasan Piker says the GOP's "guilt-by-association politics" won't drag Democrats down in the midterms. (Image credit: Saul Loeb)
France 24 · 11:39
Russia detains independent outlet Novaya Gazeta editor Sergei Sokolov ↗Sergei Sokolov, the editor-in-chief of Russia's independent newspaper Novaya Gazeta, was detained and taken for questioning on Thursday after authorities searched his home, the newspaper said.
France 24 · 11:40
Macron's 'trickle-down economics': French poverty at 'highest level' in decades, hunger on the rise ↗Charles Pellegrin is pleased to welcome Nicolas Vercken, Director of Advocacy for Oxfam France. France’s tax inequality is under scrutiny and Oxfam is challenging the state over its constitutional obligations. “It’s not so much about how much the percentage of tax and the burden of our tax system, it’s who you tax a…
Al Jazeera · 11:41
US-Iran stalemate: What are Trump’s next military options? ↗Trump has ruled out attacks before the midterms. Analysts weigh what he could do next, and at what cost.
Al Jazeera · 11:45
Ukrainians fear US intelligence cuts as Russian strikes intensify ↗Reduced missile warnings increase threat to civilians as Trump pushes an 'energy ceasefire' and peace negotiations.
ABC Australia · 11:50
Northern Ireland politician jailed for child sex offences ↗Jeffrey Donaldson, the former leader of Northern Ireland’s largest unionist party, was sentenced on Thursday.
ABC Australia · 12:09
Quick hits: Walsh vomits after try, Ponga shines then suffers in epic duel ↗Australia and New Zealand have set a high standard for the 17th edition of the Rugby League World Cup, opening the 2026 tournament with an all-time classic. Here are the quick hits from the opening match.
France 24 · 12:09
A deep dive into the global spy plane market ↗All over the globe – from the Mexican border to Syria to the Sahel – companies are renting out planes equipped with powerful sensors to armies and intelligence services for political missions. The market may be discreet, but it isn’t invisible.
France 24 · 12:20
China, North Korea open long-delayed trade bridge ↗China and North Korea formally opened the Yalu River Bridge on Thursday, connecting Dandong in China with Sinuiju in North Korea. Beijing says the bridge will promote economic and trade cooperation.
France 24 · 12:27
Student protests spread in Albania as demonstrators call for PM resignation ↗Clashes broke out between demonstrators and police for the third consecutive day on Thursday in Albania, with Prime Minister Edi Rama condemning the “chaos” that caused damage to government buildings. Thousands of protesters are calling for Rama's resignation and better studying conditions for Albanian students.
BBC World · 12:28
At least 33 pupils and teacher killed after school roof collapses in Pakistan ↗Rescue officials fear more people are buried under the debris in the north-western city of Peshawar.
Al Jazeera · 12:33
West Indies’ Hope jokes India series record role a problem as finale looms ↗Shai Hope worried about excess baggage after latest Player of the Match award in thrilling India-West Indies series.
France 24 · 12:33
Outcry over US plans to livestream firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter ↗US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth last week announced plans to livestream the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan, triggering a backlash among Republicans in Congress, religious leaders and international observers. The event would be extraordinary, even for a country that has long employed capita…
France 24 · 12:34
Ukraine's Zelensky defies Trump with Russian refinery strikes ↗Ukraine will no longer abide by US President Donald Trump's demands not to strike Russian oil refineries, President Volodymyr Zelensky said in remarks published Thursday, amid deepening tensions between the two leaders over a US-Russia diesel agreement. Relations between Kyiv and Washington have soured since last we…
France 24 · 12:36
Chad’s ICC exit plans raise concerns over Sudan war crimes probes ↗Last July, Chad announced plans to withdraw from the International Criminal Court, accusing it of inefficiency and of disproportionately targeting African nations. The decision could complicate future investigations into alleged war crimes linked to the conflict in neighbouring Sudan, particularly as ICC investigato…
France 24 · 12:39
Elon Musk and Donald Trump: What their growing ties mean for Ukraine ↗The recent disruption of SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service in Ukraine comes as Washington steps up pressure on Kyiv to halt its strikes on Russian oil refineries. The system plays a key role in Ukraine’s long-range drone operations, raising questions about the implications of the disruption and Elon Musk’…
Al Jazeera · 12:53
Sally Rooney books withdrawn from sale in UK over Palestine Action support ↗Publisher Faber says withdrawal due to 'circumstances where Faber cannot pass on UK earnings to Sally Rooney'.
Al Jazeera · 12:54
Photos: China and North Korea open new border bridge amid deepening ties ↗The New Yalu River Bridge connects Dandong, China, and Sinuiju, North Korea, enhancing regional trade and collaboration.
The Guardian World · 13:01
Bring a bottle: Viennese dog owners told to dilute their pets’ urine to protect trees ↗Officials issue guidance saying the ammonia in animal urine should be watered down to stop it corroding bark A neighbourhood in Vienna has introduced guidelines for dog walking, including the use of bottled tap water to rinse away urine and protect vulnerable trees. Neubau, an up-and-coming, densely populated di…
France 24 · 13:08
From Lupin's return to a bloody culinary apocalypse: The TV shows to watch this month ↗TV critic Dheepthika Laurent takes us through this month's TV highlights, starting with the long-awaited return of "Lupin", Netflix's most-watched French series. Omar Sy is back as the gentleman thief, but this time someone appears to be stealing in his name. Can France's favourite master of disguise clear his name?
Al Jazeera · 13:19
Ukrainians lash out at Trump as Zelenskyy warns of US betrayal ↗Ukrainians accuse the US of gambling with their lives as Russian strikes devastated residential buildings in the capital
Al Jazeera · 13:21
Real Madrid’s Vinicius says he’s being targeted by referees ↗Vinicius wants protection for players like him, Yamal and Alvarez 'who bring something different to the game.'
France 24 · 13:22
‘Amazing progress’ in lung cancer: Immunotherapy extends survival as mRNA vaccines offer hope ↗François Picard is pleased to welcome Siow-Ming Lee, Professor of Medical Oncology at the University College London and a specialist in lung cancer. “Lung cancer is not one cancer. There are many different types of lung cancer,” explains Lee. For decades, lung cancer has been closely associated with smoking, late di…
Al Jazeera · 13:29
Russia accuses Ukraine of contradicting US brokered deal ↗Russia has accused Ukraine of going against US peace efforts, after an overnight Ukrainian drone strike.
France 24 · 13:31
French crypto unicorn Ledger warns of AI security risks ↗Artificial intelligence is "changing the security landscape". That's according to Ledger, a French unicorn of cryptocurrency that's seeking a bigger role in digital security. Chief Technology Officer Charles Guillemet says: "Finding vulnerabilities and exploiting them costs almost nothing. So this is the new challen…
Al Jazeera · 13:32
What is Starshield, and who limited Ukraine’s access to it? ↗Ukraine relies on Starshield, the military-grade version of Elon Musk's Starlink satellite service, to fight Russia.
France 24 · 13:35
NATO to address drone attacks in the Black Sea after seven missing off Romania ↗NATO will put drone strikes in the Black Sea on its agenda at a meeting next week, officials said Thursday, following two new attacks and the disappearance of seven people. Incidents involving civilian vessels in the Black Sea have been on the rise off the coasts of Bulgaria and Romania in a suspected spillover from…
Al Jazeera · 13:35
Al Jazeera probe exposes fake viewing numbers for Israeli counter-film ↗Data investigation casts doubt on claims that Israeli counter-documentary to 'NAZA' received 40 million views.
Al Jazeera · 13:48
The Rebel Tours: Money or morals? ↗Some West Indies cricketers toured apartheid South Africa in the 1980's, breaking one of the biggest sporting boycotts.
The Guardian World · 14:00
Queensland’s LNP has tread softly in government. It’s now baring its teeth over the power to break up workers’ strikes ↗The controversial legislation may end up placing large sections of its suburban support – critical to the party’s lead in the polls – on the bonfire Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast For almost two years, the Liberal National party’s strategy for government in Queensland has been to s…
The Guardian World · 14:00
Resources minister faces calls to correct her claim all Beetaloo emissions will be offset ↗Madeleine King told press club emissions from NT fossil fuel basin ‘are accounted for and offset’ but research found 95% of emissions this decade would not have to be offset Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter here The resources minister, Madeleine King, is facing…
France 24 · 14:16
War escalates between Houthis and Riyadh: How did we get here? ↗To discuss the ongoing conflict between the Houthi rebels and the Saudi-backed coalition, we speak to Jules Grange Gastinel, a researcher at France's CNRS research body specialising in the Houthi movement. He tells us why the conflict has escalated and what the Houthis want.
Al Jazeera · 14:22
‘Boiling point’: Why students are protesting against Albania’s Edi Rama ↗Experts say Albania’s protests reflect ignored student grievances and growing frustration.
France 24 · 14:25
Haiti: Capoeira classes aim to promote peace ↗An association in Haiti is organising capoeira classes – an Afro-Brazilian martial art – in an attempt to reduce community violence and promote social reintegration. The Observers team spoke to its founder, Rodney Jean Marc, who said their doors are open to everyone, “even children in armed gangs”. The initiative ta…
Al Jazeera · 14:27
Trump says Fort Hood shooter execution will not be livestreamed ↗US president reverses Pentagon's plan to publicly stream execution of Nidal Malik Hasan after outcry.
ABC Australia · 14:28
Zelenskyy 'done' with US-made energy ceasefire that Moscow ignored ↗Ukraine has struck a Russian oil refinery after President Zelenskyy said he was "done" supporting a US-orchestrated ceasefire on energy targets which Moscow did not obey.
Al Jazeera · 14:38
US teen held over Hindu temple attack plot: Is anti-Indian racism rising? ↗Illinois teen who allegedly said he 'couldn’t wait' to kill Indians is arrested over a Hindu temple attack plot.
ABC Australia · 14:44
Breaking: Donald Trump calls off planned live stream of firing squad execution ↗The decision comes after intense backlash in the US and globally, with bipartisan condemnation in Australia.
ABC Australia · 14:44
Donald Trump calls off planned live stream of firing squad execution ↗The decision comes after intense backlash in the US and globally, with bipartisan condemnation in Australia.
France 24 · 14:45
Pink October in France: A toxic debate? ↗Pink October – the French version of Breast Cancer Awareness Month – is at the centre of a political storm here in France, after one MP said she refused to wear a pink ribbon, calling the month "utterly cynical". We dive into her reasoning, discuss the history of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and learn how to look…
BBC World · 14:47
Trump calls off livestream for Fort Hood shooter's execution by firing squad ↗Trump said some would "rather not watch" the execution of Nidal Hasan, the first military execution in over 60 years.
France 24 · 14:58
Fort Hood shooter’s firing squad execution will not be livestreamed, Trump says ↗US President Donald Trump said Thursday that he was cancelling plans to livestream the firing squad execution of a convicted military base shooter – a project that had sparked outrage in the United States. Nidal Hasan is scheduled to be executed on December 3 at Fort Hood in Texas, where he killed 13 people in 2009.
France 24 · 14:59
Ukraine struggles with Starlink and US satellite data as missiles hit Kyiv ↗Ukraine on Wednesday accused the United States of helping Russia by failing to warn it of incoming missile strikes and hobbling Kyiv's military response through changes to the Starlink system it uses on the battlefield. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called on US tech billionaire Elon Musk to restore Starlin…
ABC Australia · 15:00
Remains may be earliest evidence of ancient human speared to death ↗A round hole in the shoulder blade of a Neanderthal fossil could be the earliest known evidence of ancient humans attacking one another with wooden spears, researchers say.
BBC World · 15:00
Was Neanderthal life violent? This wound suggests lethal fighting was more common ↗A 75,000-year-old Neanderthal spear wound may be evidence violence shaped human life far earlier than thought.
The Guardian World · 15:00
Milei adviser claims UK being ‘colonised by Islam’ as Falklands row grows ↗Santiago Caputo cites election of Sagal Abdi-Wali as MP and calls UK a threat to the west in post shared by Argentina’s president The chief adviser to Argentina’s president, Javier Milei, has cited the election of Sagal Abdi-Wali to the UK parliament as evidence of the Islamisation of Britain and further reason fo…
France 24 · 15:01
Former US generals push to stop 'barbaric' firing squad execution livestream ↗A group of 72 retired US generals, admirals, and other high-ranking military officers have urged authorities to cancel plans to livestream the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hassan – bringing legal arguments and the dangerous consequences such a broadcast would have. A government execution has nev…
France 24 · 15:02
Police and protesters face off in Albania on third day of anti-govt demonstrations ↗Demonstrators and riot police clashed in Albania's capital on Thursday in a third straight day of violence triggered by student protests calling for better university conditions and Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation. Originally sparked by a luxury tourism project linked to US President Donald Trump's family in t…
France 24 · 15:04
Israel ex-security chief sues Netanyahu over October 7 claims ↗The former head of Israel's Shin Bet domestic security agency on Wednesday sued Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for defamation weeks before elections in a row over responsibility for Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack. Netanyahu, who polls show in a tight race to stay in power in the October 27 election, has been hamm…
France 24 · 15:05
US consumer inflation hotter than expected as midterms loom ↗US consumer inflation was hotter than anticipated in September, government data showed Wednesday, as Washington's continued war with Tehran pushed energy costs higher, deepening strains on American households ahead of next month's midterm elections. The uptick underscores voter worries over high costs of living, and…
BBC World · 15:05
Watch: Pupils heard 'cracking' sound heard moments before Pakistan school roof collapse ↗Our Urdu correspondent reports from the scene in Peshawar, north-west Pakistan, where emergency services have been responding to the incident.
France 24 · 15:06
France charges teen shooter citing revenge for bullying in school ↗A 14-year-old charged with attempted murder in France after wounding a principal and a teacher in a school shooting this week said he acted out of revenge for bullying, prosecutors have said. The incident, at a middle school for 11- to 15-years-olds, is not thought to have any link with ongoing high school protests…
Al Jazeera · 15:13
Russian jet-powered drone hits supermarket in Ukraine’s Odesa ↗Ukrainian authorities say a Russian jet-powered drone struck a supermarket in its Odesa region on Thursday.
Al Jazeera · 15:14
Delegates walk out as Israeli president addresses summit ↗Officials from more than 10 countries walked out during an address by Israeli President Isaac Herzog at a summit in Baku
France 24 · 15:14
2026 Midterms: Georgia's Ossof-Collins showdown lies at the heart of the battle for US Senate ↗In Georgia, Democrat Jon Ossoff’s seat is one of the key contests in the US mid-term elections on 3 November. In this state, which was won by Donald Trump in 2024, the incumbent senator is facing Republican Mike Collins. Our reporter Leela Jacinto visited Manuel’s Tavern, a historic bar in Atlanta that has been freq…
Al Jazeera · 15:16
French football body urges fans and students to keep politics out of stadiums ↗French Football Federation's ethics body calls for neutrality amid student protests.
Al Jazeera · 15:19
Syrian court sentences two to death over 2025 coastal violence ↗Court rulings concern violence and killings during March 2025 uprising by pro-Assad forces and retaliatory attacks.
France 24 · 15:29
India’s Cockroach movement: Protesters bypass internet blackout with Bluetooth ↗🇮🇳 On October 10, New Delhi faced a near-lockdown situation following a call for protests by Gen Z-led Cockroach Janta Party. Authorities imposed a 24-hour internet blackout, but protesters found ways around it.
Al Jazeera · 15:46
What is the ‘Mother of All Bombs’ US could use in Iran? ↗US media reports military considering plans to use GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast Bomb (MOAB)
Al Jazeera · 16:04
Venezuela’s Maduro pleads not guilty to US conspiracy to torture charges ↗Maduro and wife appear in New York City court after new 'conspiracy to commit torture' charges.
France 24 · 16:14
'We're done': Ukraine resumes strikes on Russian oil refineries as 'only leverage' for peace talks ↗Delano D'Souza is pleased to welcome Peter Zalmayev, Founder and Director of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative, LIVE from Kyiv. As Zelensky declares Ukraine "done" with Trump's self-declared energy ceasefire and resumes strikes on Russian oil refineries, Zalmayev warns: "When you talk about the energy ceasefire, it p…
BBC World · 16:15
School headscarf ban sparks rare protests in Azerbaijan and row with Turkey ↗Protests have taken place over the rules which have seen pupils wearing hijabs turned away from schools.
ABC Australia · 16:16
Court shown photos of Russell Brand shirtless in hotel before alleged rape ↗English entertainer Russell Brand asked a woman to take photos of him "prancing" in "horrible budgie smugglers", shortly before he raped her, a London court has heard.
France 24 · 16:17
Election delay 'a terrible disappointment', Palestinian activist Samer Sinijlawi says ↗In an interview with FRANCE 24, Palestinian activist Samer Sinijlawi called the postponement of the first legislative elections in 20 years to September 2027 "a terrible disappointment" for a generation that has never had a chance to vote. He also dismissed the citing of Israeli restrictions as an excuse, pointing i…
Al Jazeera · 16:19
Jerusalem Daily: Ultra-Orthodox Jews storm Israeli army base ↗Jerusalem Daily: Ultra-Orthodox Jews storm Israeli army base
Al Jazeera · 16:19
FIFA President Infantino apologises to council but critics remain unhappy ↗FIFA council meeting lasts over three hours as President Gianni Infantino apologises to members, but critics want more.
Al Jazeera · 16:28
Why are eight US states suing OpenAI? ↗They allege ChatGPT has caused harm to their residents, coaching its users to harm themselves or others.
Al Jazeera · 16:32
Israeli ad-tech firm helped place spyware on Al Jazeera devices ↗Citizen Lab investigation says dozens of Al Jazeera devices were infected by malware planted through advertisements.
Al Jazeera · 16:36
UK Green member behind anti-Zionism motion ‘receives death threats’ ↗Lubna Speitan, who has Palestinian roots, believes messages and emails are part of an effort to intimidate her.
The Guardian World · 16:38
Nicolás Maduro tells New York court new torture allegations are ‘false’ ↗Rewritten indictment accuses ex-Venezuela president and wife Cilia Flores of leading campaign of torture Nicolás Maduro insisted on Thursday during an appearance in a New York court that torture allegations in a rewritten drug trafficking indictment against the deposed Venezuelan president and his wife were “false…
Al Jazeera · 16:41
Albania’s PM dismisses calls to resign as student protests spread ↗Prime Minister Edi Rama condemns 'chaos' as protests continue for third day in the capital and spread to other cities.
NPR News · 16:45
Inside the race between Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos for control of outer space ↗The Atlantic writer Josh Tyrangiel says Musk and Bezos each want to colonize the moon, mine its resources and launch thousands more satellites. He says their only real competition is each other.
Al Jazeera · 16:50
Houthis target Yemen’s presidential palace in Aden with missiles ↗Saudi-led coalition accuses Houthis of obtaining missile parts from regional states.
BBC World · 16:52
Maduro pleads not guilty to new torture-related charges in New York ↗"I reject this document entirely," Maduro said in court, responding to newly added torture-related charges.
Al Jazeera · 17:00
Dying in Detention ↗Fault Lines investigates the soaring death rates in immigration detention centres following President Trump’s crackdown.
Al Jazeera · 17:13
DR Congo protests Formula 1’s ‘indefensible’ decision to race in Rwanda ↗Formula One returns to Africa for the first time since 1993, but DRC slams decision to stage race in Rwanda.
BBC World · 17:18
Houthi missile attack on Yemeni presidential palace kills two, minister says ↗Yemen's information minister says the prime minister and other ministers were unhurt when ballistic missiles hit al-Maashiq Palace.
Al Jazeera · 17:25
Pope Leo resumes work in hospital while recovering from surgery ↗Catholic leader met top Vatican aide, as doctors say recovery proceeding after lung surgery to remove cancerous growth.
The Guardian World · 17:31
Seven sailors missing after drones strike tankers near Romania’s Black Sea coast ↗Nato source says drones came from Russia, while Romania’s president says attacking commercial ships ‘is unacceptable and has to stop’ Seven sailors are missing after drones struck two tankers near Romania’s Black Sea coast, setting them ablaze and raising fresh security concerns on a vital shipping route used by U…
BBC World · 17:31
Watch: What does Starlink have to do with the Ukraine-Russia war? ↗Ukraine's president has told Elon Musk that any restriction on the Starlink's system cost lives.
Al Jazeera · 17:43
A mother’s touch helps premature babies grow strong in Gaza ↗At Nasser Hospital, a kangaroo mother care pilot programme helps vulnerable newborns.
France 24 · 17:54
Why have US-Ukraine relations soured ahead of the midterms? ↗Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky said he felt “betrayed” on Wednesday after access was seemingly restricted to US intelligence and Space X satellite services, raising new questions about US commitment to Ukraine. With Trump under pressure over rising fuel prices, is the White House hoping criticism of Kyiv can…
Al Jazeera · 17:54
Trump ramps up third-country US deportations despite global rights outcry ↗Official data shows tens of thousands of migrants and asylum seekers have been sent to countries they have no ties to.
ABC Australia · 18:00
Family court dismissed concerns over India data breach a decade ago ↗A whistleblower who raised concerns about Australian court data being accessed in India more than a decade ago says the latest data breach is a "slap in the face".
ABC Australia · 18:00
Alleged Chinese spy posed as recruiter for 'retired Australian police' ↗A suspected Chinese spying network contacted Australians on LinkedIn using a fake security firm in an effort to encourage them to share information, an ABC investigation has found.
ABC Australia · 18:00
America's 'boomcession' and what it means for Australia ↗The phenomenon highlights the stark gap between booming macroeconomic indicators and the widespread financial struggles ordinary people face.
ABC Australia · 18:00
Private health rebate changes causing Labor 'a lot of pain in electorates' ↗It will be hard for the government to push through its private health rebate changes without sacrificing big dollars, just when it needs to preserve the budget's savings.
ABC Australia · 18:00
Brethren Church hauled back before inquiry over election interference claim ↗Church leaders have denied organising members during the 2025 campaign, while at the same time acknowledging they clearly were coordinated.
ABC Australia · 18:02
Victorian schools told to remind parents education is free ↗A principals' association says Victorian schools will be made worse off by an education department directive to stress that contributions are voluntary in the public system.
The Guardian World · 18:09
Wes Streeting urges US to back Ukraine on visit to Washington after Starlink row ↗UK defence secretary trying to cool tensions and is arguing it is in America’s economic interests to support Kyiv Wes Streeting urged the US to stand by Ukraine on his visit to the American capital and sought to cool tensions between the two countries in the wake of the Starlink row that is threatening to set back…
BBC World · 18:09
An Australian band’s ‘unreal’ journey to break a gig world record ↗The dream rock band called Fathom travelled roughly 700km across Australia by car, helicopter and plane to play nine shows in 12 hours.
France 24 · 18:11
Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro and wife Cilia Flores deny US torture charges as 'false accusations' ↗Ousted Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores pleaded not guilty on Thursday to new torture charges brought against them by US authorities, calling them “false allegations". The couple has been held in a New York jail since their capture in early January and is facing a new indictment accusing…
Al Jazeera · 18:17
Ahead of US midterms, voters are frustrated with Trump, want change: Poll ↗Widespread voter disillusionment and pocketbook anxieties set a volatile stage for the GOP weeks before election night.
ABC Australia · 18:30
Journalist Amy Goodman won't take 'no comment' for an answer ↗Oscar-nominated filmmakers Tia Lessin and Carl Deal documented years in the life of an indomitable newshound.
NPR News · 18:38
America's historic preservation law is in peril, advocates say. Here's what's at stake ↗Congress and a federal agency are threatening to weaken the country's historic preservation law, fueling a backlash that critics say is as fiery as the one that led to the law's creation 60 years ago.
France 24 · 18:38
Will Trump really pull the plug? Starlink restored but Ukraine's fate still uncertain ↗Can a flick of a switch really be enough for Donald Trump and Elon Musk to end Ukraine's hopes of holding out against Russia? With Kyiv already reeling from daily strikes by Russia's new motor-powered drones, the United States decision to slow SpaceX Starlink service felt immediately Wednesday when air raid warnings…
Al Jazeera · 18:41
Ethiopian forces expand control in Tigray as militia claims Eritrean losses ↗Eritrea denies troop movement inside northern Ethiopia as US calls for de-escalation.
ABC Australia · 18:47
Spirit of Tasmania crew hit by severe gastro on voyage from Scotland ↗A severe gastro outbreak on the Spirit of Tasmania V during its delivery voyage earlier this year has become the focus of a pay dispute in the Fair Work Commission.
ABC Australia · 18:49
How the joy of Pride is 'a form of resistance' against queer discrimination ↗GWS player Tilly Lucas-Rodd said the conversations around AFLW Pride Round are important to keep platforming, as the joy is a counter to the discrimination queer people still face in sport.
ABC Australia · 18:54
Hobart stadium facing 'cost pressures' as price tag remains unclear ↗With an updated price tag for Hobart's AFL stadium expected to be released by the end of the year, the Tasmanian premier has skirted around questions on whether he would limit Tasmania's contribution to $875 million.
ABC Australia · 18:55
Friday news quiz: Investigate a fake murder and meet some introverted seabirds ↗Don't believe any tips that hit your inbox promising the lowdown on how to ace this week's news quiz. You can't trust them.
Al Jazeera · 18:57
Dying in ICE custody: Inside one family’s story of heartbreak ↗Ismael Ayala-Uribe was one of 53 people to die in ICE custody during Trump’s first 500 days back in office.
ABC Australia · 19:00
Dead man found north of Melbourne may have been targeted ↗The man was found at a property in Wollert and his death is being investigated by Homicide detectives.
France 24 · 19:02
Albania's leader defies calls to resign as student protesters rampage in capital ↗Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama on Thursday rejected calls to resign as thousands of student-led protesters smashed windows and fought running battles with riot police firing water cannon and tear gas in the capital. The demonstrators accuse officials of corruption and neglecting education and say they are angry ab…
France 24 · 19:04
Seven missing off Romania after latest Black Sea drone attacks ↗Romania reported seven people missing on Thursday after two drone attacks on ships in the Black Sea, where several vessels have been hit recently in suspected fallout from the Ukraine war. The attacks are the latest in a series off the coast of Romania and neighbouring Bulgaria in recent weeks. FRANCE 24's Eliza Her…
ABC Australia · 19:09
De Minaur falls to world number one Zverev in Shanghai ↗Top-ranked Alexander Zverev said he felt good on court after beating Alex de Minaur 6-4, 6-4 at the Shanghai Masters.
BBC World · 19:13
Letters with 'suspicious substances' sent to US election offices ↗A number of states have confirmed they were targeted by the mailings, including Oklahoma, Ohio and Louisiana.
ABC Australia · 19:16
Councillor told woman it was a 'pity' she wasn't bashed, investigator finds ↗A Kempsey Shire councillor maintains his social media account was hacked after an investigator finds he told a woman it was a "pity" she had not been assaulted by an alleged domestic violence offender.
ABC Australia · 19:17
Wallaroos believe 'possibilities are endless' ahead of 2029 World Cup ↗Their results may not show improvement, but the Wallaroos are making progress three years out from the Women's Rugby Cup, which Australia will host.
ABC Australia · 19:19
Government urged to do more over Australian's arrest in Vietnam ↗Human rights groups urge the federal government to ratchet up pressure on Vietnam over the fate of an Australian pro-democracy campaigner who is in jail after disappearing in Cambodia last month.
ABC Australia · 19:24
Amazon removes ceiling light after it catches fire in safety test ↗Amazon Australia was warned months ago that a ceiling light for sale had caught fire and melted during a lab test.
ABC Australia · 19:27
Council opposes $209m Hindu temple in outer Melbourne green zone ↗A 64-metre tall temple planned for Cranbourne South could become the largest of its kind in Australia, but the proposal has triggered concerns it could overwhelm local infrastructure and threaten wildlife.
ABC Australia · 19:34
Weekend storms and showers forecast for parts of Queensland ↗The storms and strong winds that have hit central Queensland are likely to continue in the coming days, with the state's south-east set for isolated showers well into next week.
ABC Australia · 19:34
State government corporation axes Brisbane sign’s Indigenous makeover ↗The quiet axing of the proposed temporary artwork has amplified perceptions that Indigenous voices in state activities are being erased.
Al Jazeera · 19:44
Will Israeli voters punish Benjamin Netanyahu? ↗Netanyahu is reported to have received warnings before October 7, 2023, but failed to act on time.
France 24 · 19:47
Fake AI images of protester go viral after woman punched at Trump's Ohio rally ↗A protester who heckled Donald Trump at his midterm rally in Youngstown, Ohio, was physically assaulted and removed from the event, but fake AI-generated photos recreating the incident are going viral online. The images carry digital watermarks identifying them as AI-generated. While footage confirms the woman was p…
France 24 · 19:48
Donald Trump 'openly financing Russia's war with Ukraine', Nobel peace laureate says ↗Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Nobel Peace laureate Oleksandra Matviichuk, Director of the Centre for Civil Liberties, says that with the diesel-supply deal with Moscow Donald Trump "is openly financing this war, by lifting sanctions is providing Russia with opportunities to earn more money" adding that "extra…
NPR News · 19:54
Suspicious mailings to election officials, congressional offices under investigation ↗The FBI and U.S. Postal Inspection Service are looking into the mailings, some of which included an unidentified powdery white substance. (Image credit: Mario Tama)
France 24 · 19:57
Houthi attack on palace used by Yemen government in Aden kills five ↗At least five people were killed and 16 wounded Thursday in a Houthi missile and drone attack on the palace located in Yemen's interim capital – the southern port city of Aden, used by the country's internationally recognised government, an official said.
ABC Australia · 19:59
Infantino apologises for World Cup furore but leaves critics unhappy ↗International football officials are seeking more information about two of the biggest controversies that have surrounded FIFA president Gianni Infantino this year.
France 24 · 20:03
'It is clear that sooner or later we will have European casualties', Romanian MEP ↗Rescuers searched on Thursday for seven missing sailors after drones struck two chemical tankers near Romania's Black Sea coast, setting them ablaze and raising fresh security concerns along a vital shipping route used by Ukraine. Speaking with FRANCE 24's Europe editor Armen Georgian, Nicolae Stefanuta, Romanian ME…
Al Jazeera · 20:04
Somalia says it will hold elections in 2027 ↗Critics say unilateral decision to call polls is a recipe for more conflict.
ABC Australia · 20:04
World Cup opener a reminder of Test rugby league's glory days ↗There was a time when Test matches were rugby league's biggest, best and bloodiest spectacles, and last night's World Cup opener between Australia and New Zealand was a reminder of those days.
ABC Australia · 20:05
The woman helping 5,000 others find female friends in rural communities ↗Jackie Elliott felt alone as a young woman in agriculture, so she started Rural Women's Day and inadvertently created a nationwide movement.
ABC Australia · 20:07
Live: Shoebridge says he had 'discussion' with Steele-John before leave of absence ↗Greens leader David Shoebridge says Jordon Steele-John will not attend parliament while allegations are investigated. Follow live.
Al Jazeera · 20:07
Poll shows Bolsonaro with slight lead over Lula ahead of Brazilian run-off ↗Poll shows right-wing candidate with two percent advantage over Lula going into second round of voting on October 25.
Al Jazeera · 20:12
Northern Ireland ex-DUP leader Donaldson sentenced to 15 years for child sex crimes ↗Judge says Jeffrey Donaldson never apologised to victims as politician seeks to appeal his convictions.
Al Jazeera · 20:13
Why are migrants risking their lives at sea to reach Yemen? ↗Al Jazeera’s Al Anoud Al Aqeedi explains why migrants are risking their lives to make the journey to Yemen.
France 24 · 20:29
Kinshasa braces for potential conflict as Kabila joins M23 ↗In tonight's edition, as Joseph Kabila returns to centre stage with a new alliance with the M23 rebels, political leaders in Congo are having to choose sides. Also, the US is calling for restraint in Ethiopia as a rights group warns that the conflict in Tigray is already taking a toll on civilians. And the season of…
ABC Australia · 20:29
Live: ASX set to rise as Aussie dollar hits three-month low ↗Australian shares are expected to climb after Wall Street ended higher, despite investors shifting away from high-profile AI stocks into other sectors. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.
Al Jazeera · 20:29
At least 7 crew members missing after drone attacks on ships in Black Sea ↗Emergency teams are searching for 7 missing crew after two chemical tankers were attacked in the Black Sea.
ABC Australia · 20:30
Car insurance premiums increase almost 60pc in four years ↗Some comprehensive car insurance premiums have nearly doubled since 2020 as the government calls on the industry to "step up with fairer pricing and greater transparency".
France 24 · 20:31
Saudi Arabia postpones major sporting events amid Houthi attacks ↗Several major sporting events in Saudi Arabia have been cancelled or postponed as a result of repeated deadly attacks from Iran-backed Houthi rebels against the Kingdom's airports and infrastructure. FRANCE 24's Mark Owen speaks with Guy Barton, Visiting Fellow at Lancaster University and co-creator and co-host of T…
France 24 · 20:33
EU member states set for budget clash ↗European lawmakers have kicked off what's likely to be a long and fierce negotiation over the bloc's seven-year budget. Member states are divided on spending priorities, and pending elections in countries including France and Italy are adding pressure to the talks in Brussels. Also in the show - AI stocks lose a tri…
The Guardian World · 20:36
Nineteen injured in minibus accident on Eurotunnel loading platform ↗Five people seriously hurt after incident involving vehicle carrying HGV drivers in Calais, say French authorities Nineteen people have been injured after a minibus was involved in an accident at the loading platform of the Eurotunnel near Calais, French authorities have said. Five people were severely injured t…
ABC Australia · 20:37
Steelworkers down tools for last time amid first wave of redundancies ↗As the first wave of hundreds of job losses hits Whyalla's troubled steel plant, workers and the city as a whole are facing uncertain futures.
France 24 · 20:41
Oxfam takes France to court over 'tax inequality': 'Problem' with tax system, public service funding ↗François Picard is pleased to welcome Layla Abdelké Yakoub, Tax Justice and Inequality Advocacy Officer at Oxfam France. "Today in France a billionaire pays less taxes proportionally than a nurse or a firefighter," explains Yakoub. She challenges the foundations of France's fiscal system, arguing that the growing co…
NPR News · 20:50
Hit a midlife wall? This test identifies your strengths and what matters to you ↗In this first episode of Your Turn with Allison Aubrey , we explore the science of the flow state with violinist Diane Allen, who lost her flow and then tried to find it again, and also from Dr. Richard Huskey, who studies the flow state and how each of us can find it.
ABC Australia · 20:52
Sydney prison criticised for 'putrid' conditions returns to public hands ↗Parklea Correctional Centre houses more than 1,500 inmates, ranging from minimum to maximum security with most on remand waiting for their court cases to be finalised.
Al Jazeera · 21:00
Robots dance the ‘Macarena’ at Japan tech expo ↗Humanoid robots were seen performing the “Macarena” at the annual CEATEC technology exhibition in Chiba, Japan.
ABC Australia · 21:00
Global sugar prices rally amid key producer Brazil's presidential election ↗The rally has brought relief to Australian farmers, who faced months of uncertainty as input costs rose.
Al Jazeera · 21:02
ICE tactics spark debate before pivotal US midterm elections ↗Polls have found that Trump's hardline immigration enforcement effort has divided voters before the 2026 midterm race.
ABC Australia · 21:03
Police investigating death of 5-year-old boy at home in Grafton ↗A post-mortem will be conducted on a five-year-old boy to try to establish how he died inside his Grafton home on Monday.
Al Jazeera · 21:05
Israeli ‘ad’ firm helped infect spyware into Al Jazeera devices ↗An Israeli spyware disguised as a digital advertisement firm has targeted journalists’ devices at Al Jazeera.
France 24 · 21:07
Sally Rooney books cannot be sold in UK amid Palestine Action ban: publisher ↗Irish author Sally Rooney can no longer sell her books in the UK because of her support for the activist group Palestine Action, her publisher Faber said Wednesday. Rooney has previously expressed her support for the group, which was banned as a "terrorist" organisation by the UK government in July 2025. It is not b…
BBC World · 21:12
Bus hits train stopped on French side of Channel Tunnel, with 19 injured ↗Two people were severely injured and evacuated by helicopter but no one's life appeared to be in danger, officials said.
France 24 · 21:15
Sally Rooney books cannot be sold in UK amid Palestine Action ban: publisher ↗Irish author Sally Rooney can no longer sell her books in the UK because of her support for the activist group Palestine Action, her publisher Faber said Wednesday. Rooney has previously expressed her support for the group, which was banned as a "terrorist" organisation by the UK government in July 2025. It is not b…
Al Jazeera · 21:15
Several people dead or missing after Istanbul floods ↗Three people have died and several are reported missing after torrential rain triggered severe flooding across Istanbul
ABC Australia · 21:24
Five killed in Houthi strike on presidential palace in Aden ↗Yemen's Houthis fire missiles at the presidential palace complex in the southern city of Aden killing five people, the government says.
ABC Australia · 21:43
Reassembling John Travolta's jet down to nuts and 5,400 bolts stage ↗The old luxury jet movie star John Travolta donated to a NSW aviation museum is being painstakingly reassembled on site.
Al Jazeera · 21:44
Trump administration sues California over noncitizens on voter rolls ↗Lawsuit comes weeks before midterm elections and follows debunked claims of noncitizens voting in various states.
ABC Australia · 21:48
Tasmania's Jewels enter WNBL with debut win over Geelong ↗The Tasmania Jewels have won their debut clash against the Geelong Venom in front of a sell-out crowd in Hobart. Coach Claudia Brassard has praised the players for prolific defence and sharp shooting.
ABC Australia · 21:49
Interests of homebuyers and sellers collide in fight for transparency ↗The real estate industry says new laws targeting agents underquoting a house price are well-intentioned but poorly designed.
Al Jazeera · 21:54
Man United’s Martinez apologises for outburst after talks with Carrick ↗Lisandro Martinez meets Manchester United manager Michael Carrick before apologising for his criticism of the club.
Al Jazeera · 21:57
Israel halts commercial goods from entering Gaza; Hamas denies tax claims ↗The halt to commercial shipments, including fruit and winter clothing, cuts off a key source of critical supplies.
France 24 · 21:58
Two hospitalised after shooting at Oregon elementary school; gunman dead ↗Two people were hospitalised and the shooter was found dead Thursday after a shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, prompting a lockdown as police responded to reports of an active shooter.
ABC Australia · 22:11
Town's only unleaded service station cuts fuel supply over rising costs ↗The owner of the only unleaded fuel pumps in a regional Victorian town has left the town dry for almost a month, saying it is struggling to cover the increasing cost of fuel and the business's day-to-day expenses.
ABC Australia · 22:28
Complex surgery successfully separates Fijian conjoined twins ↗In what was described as an "exceptionally rare" case, doctors in Saudi Arabia say a complex operation to separate 13-month-old Fijian conjoined twins has been successful.
ABC Australia · 22:30
Royal Children's Hospital handed $66m after fear new beds would sit empty ↗Premier Ben Carroll's funding announcement comes after hospital staff claimed new hospital beds would be empty because there were not enough workers to support them.
ABC Australia · 22:34
Mums get back to nature for mental and physical reboot ↗Most mothers' groups typically meet at a park or cafe, but a bunch of Queensland mums are stepping it up a notch.
ABC Australia · 22:42
Supercars to return to Phillip Island, plugging hole left by MotoGP exit ↗The Victorian government has announced a five-year deal to bring the Supercars to Phillip Island, helping offset an $80 million loss caused by losing the MotoGP.
Al Jazeera · 22:51
At least 4, including 3 children, killed in US elementary school shooting ↗Authorities have indicated that the shooter was killed by gunfire, though details remain scant about the attack.
ABC Australia · 23:00
Breaking: Children among dead in shooting at elementary school in Oregon ↗Authorities believe at least five people are dead following a shooting at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon.
ABC Australia · 23:02
Chickens allowed free range again in Victoria as bird flu lockdown ends ↗Bird welfare concerns and forecast hot temperatures influenced the decision to ease confinement rules for flocks of 50 or more birds.
ABC Australia · 23:03
Sandalwood industry left in limbo as WA government mulls new rules ↗Producers say Western Australia's lucrative sandalwood industry faces an uncertain future, as the state government reviews the regulations governing the harvest of the valuable wood.
France 24 · 23:06
Zelensky rallies European allies as US support for Ukraine wanes ↗Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sought European backing Thursday after vowing to resume strikes on Russian oil refineries despite US President Donald Trump’s demands, as tensions with Washington escalated over sanctions, energy infrastructure attacks and restrictions on satellite communications.
BBC World · 23:25
Are student protests being manipulated ahead of France's presidential election? ↗France's prime minister has suggested that student anger is being weaponised, as the unions and other protesters prepare to take to the streets too.
BBC World · 23:27
Tip-off foiled US teen suspect's plot to attack Hindu temple, police say ↗The alleged plot only failed because the 19-year-old suspect's gun jammed outside the place of worship, say police.
ABC Australia · 23:31
Mayor says flood-prone airstrip may need to move despite $27m upgrade ↗A Gulf of Carpentaria Mayor is calling for a newly repaired airstrip to be relocated to avoid future disasters.
ABC Australia · 23:32
Breaking: Cowan handed AFL suspension following illicit substance investigation ↗The AFL hands down its sanction to Lachie Cowan following an investigation into his use of an illicit substance last weekend.
Al Jazeera · 23:35
Two Syrian pipelines damaged amid spate of attacks on energy infrastructure ↗Fuel theft cited in Baniyas-Homs leak as gas export line in Hasakah catches fire.
France 24 · 23:48
France and Germany agree to ease EU car emissions rules in new deal ↗France and Germany have backed looser EU emissions rules for carmakers and agreed to include Britain in a “made in Europe” scheme, in a provisional deal reached Thursday that could reshape the bloc’s automotive and climate policies.