This week in Australia
Australia's week saw Treasurer Jim Chalmers announce higher-than-expected gas tax revenue, while political scrutiny focused on One Nation's expansion plans and the Tasmanian Premier's legal bill. Social concerns included young tradies targeted by get-rich-quick schemes and WA teens bypassing social media bans. Internationally, Australian media reported on Trump's response to Iran's peace proposal and an Australian surveillance aircraft's contribution to NATO operations.
About Australia
Australia, a vast continent known for its unique biodiversity, stunning natural landscapes, and vibrant multicultural cities, plays a significant economic and cultural role in the Asia-Pacific region. Its democratic government upholds press freedom, yet the media landscape is characterized by concentrated ownership, primarily by News Corp and Nine Entertainment. This concentration often sparks debate about media diversity, even as the country maintains a strong tradition of investigative journalism.
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Media landscape
Australia enjoys a free press, but its media environment is largely dominated by a few major players, notably News Corp Australia and Nine Entertainment, leading to concerns about diversity of voices. Despite this concentrated ownership, the country maintains a robust tradition of investigative journalism and public broadcasting through entities like the ABC and SBS.
To gain a comprehensive understanding of Australian news, consult both major national newspapers and the publicly funded broadcasters like ABC and SBS for diverse perspectives.
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Pregnant paramedic assaulted by patient she saved, prompting calls for stronger laws in Victoria
- A pregnant paramedic in Victoria, Australia, was assaulted by a patient she had just saved. - The paramedic, 12 weeks pregnant, was punched in the head and stomach, and will now take time off road dโฆ
Herbert wins maiden LIV title, secures US Open spot
- Australian golfer Lucas Herbert won his maiden LIV Golf title at the LIV Golf Virginia event. - Herbert secured a spot in the upcoming US Open with his victory, despite feeling unwell throughout theโฆ
'The Black Elvis' to Perform at Sydney Opera House
- Uncle Roger Knox, an Indigenous Australian singer-songwriter known as 'The Black Elvis', will perform at the Sydney Opera House. - The 77-year-old artist, celebrated as the "Koori King of Country," โฆ
Resume Mistakes That Can Get You Rejected
- Experts advise against including photos, personal details like date of birth, marital status, and full addresses on resumes. - Including referees' contact details is discouraged;
Live: One Nation fielding candidates in Western Sydney after Farrer win, Joyce says
- One Nation MP Barnaby Joyce stated the party will focus on Western Sydney following its win in the Farrer by-election. - Shadow Foreign Minister Ted O'Brien acknowledged the Liberal Party "got a kicโฆ
Trump Calls Iran's Ceasefire Response 'Unacceptable'
- Iran has submitted its response to a US proposal aimed at ending the war in the Middle East. - US President Donald Trump described Iran's response as "totally unacceptable." - Drone attacks have tarโฆ
Iran Responds to Peace Proposal Amidst Regional Tensions; Qatar Warns Against Strait of Hormuz Leverage
- Iran has delivered its response to a peace proposal to mediator Pakistan, with negotiations reportedly focusing on ending the regional war. - Qatar's Prime Minister urged Iran not to use the Strait โฆ
Anzac Day Bledisloe Cup Test: Rugby Australia's push for a historic match gains momentum
- Rugby Australia is pushing for an Anzac Day Bledisloe Cup Test match between the Wallabies and All Blacks. - New Zealand Rugby has been the main obstacle, but may change its position soon. - Such a โฆ
Shell's Singapore hub helps cut Australian LNG tax bills
- Shell, a major oil and gas company, uses its Singapore trading arm to buy LNG from Australia and resell it at a markup, potentially reducing Australian tax liabilities. - This practice, common amongโฆ
Australian plane gave NATO 'invaluable' boost during Russian incursion
- An Australian E-7A Wedgetail surveillance aircraft provided 'invaluable' intelligence to NATO during a Russian jet incursion over Estonia. - The sophisticated aircraft monitored supply lines to Ukraโฆ
Young Australian Tradies Targeted by Get-Rich-Quick Online Schemes
- Young Australian tradespeople and apprentices are being targeted by online influencers promoting get-rich-quick schemes. - These influencers promise financial freedom through online courses, often lโฆ
Phoenix Make A-League History, Reach First Grand Final
- Wellington Phoenix became the first New Zealand club to reach the A-League grand final after a 2-0 extra-time win over Brisbane Roar. - Makala Woods scored both goals, securing a 3-2 aggregate victoโฆ
Tasmanian Premier Dodges Questions on $15,000 Taxpayer-Funded Legal Bill for Backbencher
- Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff has refused to disclose the reasons behind a $15,000 taxpayer-funded legal bill for a backbencher. - The backbencher, Mark Shelton, received the legal fees between โฆ
Sunwater chair labels costly dam rebuild 'grossly disproportionate'
- Sunwater's chair has advised the Queensland government to abandon the $4.4 billion Paradise Dam rebuild project. - The board unanimously deemed the project "grossly disproportionate," citing a lack โฆ
Live: Demons Eye Top Six Against Eagles as Tigers Host Crows
- Melbourne faces West Coast in an AFL match, with Melbourne aiming to strengthen their position in the top six. - Richmond will play Adelaide later, seeking to build on their recent first win of the โฆ
FBI Probes Deaths, Disappearances of US Scientists Linked to Sensitive Research
- The FBI is investigating the recent deaths and disappearances of at least 12 US scientists who had access to sensitive government research. - Some of the individuals worked for NASA, studied nuclearโฆ
Climbers winched to safety after overnight ordeal in the Warrumbungles
- Two climbers were rescued after spending a night stranded on a cliff in Warrumbungle National Park, New South Wales. - The rescue was initiated after one climber, aged 61, sustained head injuries frโฆ
Love story: Love when you don't know how long you've got
- Kerrie Franc shares the profound joy and love she experiences raising her 14-year-old daughter, Pippa, who has Williams syndrome. - Despite initial medical complications and a delayed diagnosis, Fraโฆ
Outback Pub Famous for Emu Encounters Hits the Market
- The Yaraka Hotel in Outback Queensland, known for its emu antics, is up for sale after 14 years of operation. - Owner Gerry Gimblett is selling the historic pub following the tragic death of her husโฆ
Fans Left 'Uncomfortable' as Referee Criticised in Bloody Heavyweight Brawl
- Daniel Dubois defeated Fabio Wardley by knockout in the 11th round to win the WBO heavyweight title in a brutal fight. - Wardley suffered a severe cut to his nose and his right eye was almost closedโฆ
Paralympic Champion Alexa Leary Misses Commonwealth Games After Classification Change
- Paralympic gold medallist Alexa Leary will miss the Commonwealth Games due to a reclassification from S9 to S10. - The S10 classification has limited sprint freestyle events, and the only available โฆ
WA Prison Unit Sits Empty Amid Overcrowding Crisis
- A prison unit capable of holding over 100 inmates has remained empty for at least a week amid a severe overcrowding crisis in Western Australia. - Unit 18, a youth detention facility within the adulโฆ
Chalmers reveals gas tax revenue is up in federal budget
- Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers revealed that revenue from the tax on offshore gas projects has exceeded expectations. - The upcoming budget will focus on addressing the housing market and tax sysโฆ
Australian-born former minister threatens Labour leadership challenge against Keir Starmer
- Former minister Catherine West, born in Australia, has threatened to challenge Keir Starmer for the Labour Party leadership if no other candidates emerge. - Starmer's Labour Party suffered significaโฆ
Cider mill makes sweet comeback after 100 years
- A 19th-century cider mill, originally built by the Albert Day Foundry in 1868, has been meticulously restored by carpenter Ned Bott. - The mill, located in Braidwood, Australia, recently completed iโฆ
Broken-Down Bus Halts Tasmania's Only Mobile Breast Screening Service
- Breast screening services in Tasmania are significantly hampered by ongoing breakdowns of the state's only mobile breast screening bus. - Patients like Angie Bisset face lengthy delays and the prospโฆ
WA teens say anonymous 'alt' accounts used to bypass social media ban
- Western Australian teenagers are using anonymous 'alt' accounts to bypass the state's social media ban for under-16s. - Concerns are rising about these accounts spreading malicious content and gossiโฆ
At least 17 killed in Israeli strikes, Lebanon says
- At least 17 people were killed in Israeli air and drone strikes in Lebanon, according to Lebanese authorities. - The strikes targeted vehicles and villages in southern Lebanon, including a man and hโฆ
Jay Vine out of Giro d'Italia after horrific crash on stage two
- Australian cyclist Jay Vine has been forced to withdraw from the Giro d'Italia after a severe crash during stage two. - Vine was among multiple riders who fell on a descent, sliding into a barrier aโฆ
The Community Passionate About Miniature Versions of Horses
- A passionate community of collectors worldwide dedicates themselves to miniature horse replicas, investing significant time and money into the hobby. - These model horses, meticulously hand-painted โฆ
Refugees find belonging and community on the hockey field
- A hockey program in Toowoomba is helping Yazidi refugees integrate into the Australian community. - The
Leah Purcell's The Drover's Wife becomes a powerful new opera
- Leah Purcell's acclaimed retelling of Henry Lawson's "The Drover's Wife" has been adapted into a new opera. - The opera, a collaboration between Purcell and composer George Palmer, integrates feminiโฆ
Nigel Farage's Reform UK makes 'seismic' gains in local elections, eyes PM role
- Nigel Farage's Reform UK party achieved a significant electoral breakthrough in recent local elections, gaining numerous council seats. - The gains represent a seismic shift, with voters moving awayโฆ
Labour Leader Starmer Faces Challenge After Crushing Local Election Defeat
- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a leadership challenge after significant local election defeats. - Labour lawmaker Catherine West has threatened to run for party leader if no one else emerges. โฆ
Melbourne barista eyes legal action as 'Tiger Bomb' coffee sparks imitation debate in Indonesia
- Melbourne cafe owner Caleb "Tiger" Cha is considering legal action to protect his signature "Tiger Bomb" coffee drink from imitators in Indonesia. - Cha spent 100 days perfecting the recipe and fearโฆ
Live: Winless Dragons Host Knights in First Match Since Anzac Day Smashing
- The St. George Illawarra Dragons, winless after nine rounds, host the Newcastle Knights in the NRL. - This is the Dragons' first match since a significant loss on Anzac Day. - Other NRL matches todaโฆ
A 'super-hot' orb, flying discs and the Eye of Sauron: What's in the just-released UFO files?
- Former President Donald Trump has released a batch of declassified files concerning alleged UFO sightings and extraterrestrial life. - The files, dating back to the 1940s, include reports of flying โฆ
Iron Maiden Documentary: Spectacle Over Substance, Fans Shine
- The documentary "Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition" offers a visually spectacular look at the band's career but provides little new insight into their inner workings. - The film highlights the band's unโฆ
Palestine Marathon Returns After Two-Year Hiatus, Symbolizing Resilience Along Separation Wall
- The Palestine Marathon returned to Bethlehem after a two-year hiatus, with thousands participating in the race and others running in solidarity globally. - The marathon route runs along the separatiโฆ
'This is pretty not normal': Lucas Herbert on verge of maiden LIV victory
- Lucas Herbert extended his lead to six shots at LIV Golf Virginia with a second-round 63. - He is at 17 under par, with Sergio Garcรญa in second place at 11 under. - Herbert is seeking his first LIV โฆ
Swiatek's Coach Tears Achilles in Training Accident
- Tennis player Iga ลwiฤ tek's coach, Francisco Roig, tore his Achilles tendon during a promotional event in Rome. - The injury occurred during a volleying game where ลwiฤ tek had match point. - Roig unโฆ
New Bug Discovered Near Darwin Uses 'Brutal' Predation Tactics
- A new species of assassin bug, the Larrakia feather-legged assassin bug, has been discovered near Darwin, Australia. - The bug is named in honor of traditional custodians and exhibits unique predatiโฆ
Trump releases UFO files in 'unprecedented transparency' bid
- The US government, under President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, released previously classified files on UFO sightings. - The disclosure aims to provide "unprecedented transparencโฆ
Tasmania court rejects Indigenous land hearing, highlighting justice system gap
- A Tasmanian court rejected a request to hold a hearing on Indigenous land, a decision described as a
F1 agrees engine changes for 'safer, fairer' racing
- Formula 1 will shift towards more powerful combustion engines and reduced electric power starting in 2027. - These regulatory changes aim to make racing 'safer, fairer and more intuitive' for driverโฆ
Minns staffer's legal win 'chipping away' at democracy
- The Minns government faces tension with the Legislative Council after the upper house suspended its leader and censured her deputy. - This action protests the government's refusal to provide documenโฆ
Australia is Breaking its Carbon Bond, but There's a Cost
- The demolition of the Port Augusta power station's smokestack symbolizes the end of an era for workers and the community. - Coal's share in Australia's energy mix has significantly declined, with agโฆ
Antisemitism's Depth Exposed by Anonymous Witnesses Before Royal Commission
- A 13-year-old girl testified anonymously before a royal commission on antisemitism in Australia, expressing fear for her safety as a Jewish person. - The commission was established following a terroโฆ
Giro d'Italia Opener Marred by Huge Crash, Aussie Hopeful Groves Down
- Australian sprint hopeful Kaden Groves crashed heavily in the final kilometer of the Giro d'Italia's opening stage, preventing him from contending for the pink jersey. - Groves sustained abrasions tโฆ
Down-to-earth Attenborough 'likes a glass of wine just like you and I'
- Sir David Attenborough celebrated his 100th birthday, with his work touching multiple generations. - Friends and colleagues describe him as sharp, witty, and down-to-earth, despite his global influeโฆ
Deaf and Blind Cricketers Angered by Changes to Cricket Australia's Funding
- Cricket Australia's (CA) decision to merge deaf and intellectually disabled men's teams into a single mixed disability team has angered players. - Blind Cricket Australia's international tour budgetโฆ
Foster Child's Mother's Day Gratitude for Kinship Carer
- Jaharn Mundy-Drazevich, a former foster child, shares his gratitude for his kinship foster mother, Selina Walker, this Mother's Day. - Removed from his birth parents at two months old, Jaharn experiโฆ
Nannies Working Without Superannuation Due to 'Discriminatory' Law
- Nannies working in private homes in Australia are missing out on superannuation (retirement savings) due to a law that requires nannies to work less than 30 hours a week to receive it. - This 'discrโฆ
Biofuels could ease our energy woes. But the industry says it needs a mandate
- Major investors are ready to commit billions of dollars to build biofuel refineries in Australia if the government mandates a percentage of biofuels in the nation's fuel supply. - This investment coโฆ
India's $130 Billion Wedding Obsession: Extravagance and Debt
- India's wedding industry is a massive $130 billion market, hosting 10 million weddings annually, reflecting a significant cultural and economic phenomenon. - While extravagant celebrations showcase โฆ
Bega's costs surge 10%, consumers to foot 'large chunk'
- Bega Group, a major Australian dairy manufacturer, is warning of significant cost increases due to global supply chain disruptions, particularly those linked to the Middle East conflict. - The compaโฆ
Teen 'shore party' members in biggest Australian cocaine bust jailed
- Two teenagers have been sentenced to jail for their role in attempting to smuggle almost two tonnes of cocaine into Australia. - The pair were recruited by a man allegedly linked to an outlaw motorcโฆ
Police Investigate Money Laundering from Drug Proceeds Involving Ex-Police Chief
- The Indonesian National Police's Criminal Investigation Unit (Bareskrim Polri) is investigating alleged money laundering related to drug trafficking proceeds. - The investigation focuses on the flowโฆ
Aussie teen Aiva Anagnostiadis returns from injury to race in new GT4 Italy Series
- Australian racing driver Aiva Anagnostiadis will compete in the inaugural GT4 Italy Series this weekend after recovering from an injury that ended her previous season. - The 18-year-old will drive aโฆ
Seeds of Discontent: Major Party Fatigue Could Bloom in Farrer By-election
- A by-election in Australia's Farrer electorate is seeing a shift in voter sentiment, with traditional Coalition voters considering alternatives like One Nation and independent candidates. - Disillusโฆ
Sydney Court Finds Israeli National Guilty of Laundering $10 Million in Investment Scam
- An Israeli national, Shabtay Yaacoby, has been found guilty by a Sydney jury of laundering over $10 million stolen in an investment scam. - Yaacoby, a director of the Blue Star Exchange cryptocurrenโฆ
Adelaide Parklands Face Axe: Over 1,000 Trees Slated for Removal
- South Australia's Premier Peter Malinauskas's government plans to remove over 1,000 trees in Adelaide's parklands for various developments, including a golf course, hospital, and MotoGP circuit. - Cโฆ
What is known about the IS-linked families that arrived in Australia
- Thirteen Australian women and nine children, linked to the Islamic State (IS) group, have returned to Australia from Syria. - Two women have been charged with slavery-related offenses, and one womanโฆ
Week-long Police Blitz Targets Organized Crime on NSW-Victoria Border
- Police in NSW and Victoria conducted a week-long joint operation targeting organized crime and outlaw motorcycle gangs. - The operation resulted in 29 arrests and the seizure of drugs, weapons, and โฆ
How do you heal the mother wound?
- The "mother wound" describes the persistent ache stemming from the gap between an idealized fantasy of a mother and the reality of an imperfect human mother. - This wound can surface during events lโฆ
$1b in forgotten roads and infrastructure 'found' by Queensland councils
- Queensland councils have identified over $1.34 billion in previously unrecorded assets like roads, footpaths, and drains over the past five years. - A Queensland Audit Office report revealed systemiโฆ
LeBron's New Gear at 41 Leads Lessons from First Round of NBA Playoffs
- LeBron James, at 41, demonstrated his enduring capability by leading the Lakers to a first-round playoff series win against the Houston Rockets. - Despite missing key teammates, James elevated his pโฆ
US and Iran exchange fire in Strait of Hormuz; Lebanon reports 12 killed in Israeli strikes
- The US military conducted self-defense strikes against Iranian military facilities after Iranian forces launched missiles and drones toward US Navy vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. - Iran accused thโฆ
ASX to drop following Wall Street losses amid US-Iran uncertainty
- The Australian share market is expected to open lower, following losses on Wall Street. - Uncertainty over US-Iran talks and potential peace deals is dampening investor sentiment. - Oil prices fluctโฆ
Federal government commits nearly $4 billion extra to Victoria's Suburban Rail Loop
- The federal government will contribute an additional $3.8 billion to Victoria's Suburban Rail Loop project, bringing the total Commonwealth contribution to $6 billion. - This funding falls short of โฆ
Tasmanian Government's Greyhound Racing Ban Faces Further Delays
- Tasmania's plan to ban greyhound racing by 2029 faces further delays due to a requested parliamentary committee inquiry. - Premier Jeremy Rockliff asked the committee to re-examine the phase-out plaโฆ
Australia's Budget Faces Stormy Run-Up Amid Economic Headwinds and NDIS Savings Doubts
- Australia's government faces a chaotic run-up to its fifth budget, grappling with economic crises and pre-budget announcements. - A key budget saving of $22 billion relies on questionable assumptionโฆ
Trump Wanted an American Pope, But Not This One
- A new book reveals that Donald Trump, along with other foreign leaders like Hungary's Viktor Orban and France's Emmanuel Macron, attempted to influence the 2025 papal conclave. - Trump specifically โฆ
Australian Entrepreneurs Warn of 'Disastrous' Tax Changes for Startups
- Australian entrepreneurs and the startup community are warning that proposed changes to capital gains tax could harm the sector. - The government is considering removing the 50% discount on capital โฆ
Qld Premier Rules Out Cabinet Reshuffle Amid Ministers' Relationship Saga
- Queensland Premier David Crisafulli is backing two ministers amid a controversy over their relationship. - Ministers Tim Mander and Amanda Camm declared their relationship, which began before they wโฆ
Bush Camp 'Ambush': Trio Sentenced for Threatening Engineers, Forcing Dog's Burial
- Three individuals have been sentenced for an "ambush" on five space engineers in a remote Australian bush camp. - The trio accused the engineers of running over and killing their dog, Cardy, on Januโฆ
Homeless People's Belongings Can Be Seized Under New Council Laws
- The City of Port Phillip will amend its local laws to allow the seizure of homeless individuals' belongings in response to anti-social behavior. - The decision passed with a 5-3 vote despite signifiโฆ
With volunteer firefighters 'exhausted,' innovation might help them stay
- Rural volunteer firefighter numbers in Australia, particularly in NSW and South Australia, have significantly decreased over the last decade. - Remaining volunteers are increasingly overworked due tโฆ
After 17 years, Jason Taumalolo is still forging new legends
- Jason Taumalolo is set to break Johnathan Thurston's all-time North Queensland Cowboys appearances record with his 295th game. - Debuting at just 17 years old in 2010, Taumalolo has spent 17 seasonsโฆ
Fed Square to host World Cup screenings after premier's intervention
- Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has intervened to ensure Federation Square will host public screenings of the men's FIFA World Cup. - The Melbourne Arts Precinct Corporation had previously decided aโฆ
V8 Nostalgia Hits F1: 'Mega Engine' Could Be the Future
- Formula 1 is considering a return to V8 engines, with FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem stating it's a matter of time. - The current V6 hybrid engines, introduced in 2014, are criticized for high cโฆ
Jailed Preacher Refused Parole Over Friendship With Terrorists
- Australian Islamic preacher Mohammed Junaid Thorne has been denied parole for the second time. - The parole board cited his extensive correspondence with convicted terrorists and past support for thโฆ
Push to Double Labor's $10 Billion Housing Fund as Budget Looms
- Homelessness and domestic violence organizations urge the Australian government to double its $10 billion housing fund. - They cite "phenomenal demand" for social and affordable housing, particularlโฆ
Senior classes arrive in remote outback town after 150 years
- For the first time in its 150-year history, Normanton in outback Queensland will offer Year 12 schooling. - Gulf Christian College purchased a TAFE building to establish senior classes, previously tโฆ
Alice Springs riot: Young children involved as anger spills onto streets after child's death arrest
- A riot erupted in Alice Springs outside the hospital following the arrest of a suspect in a child's death. - Young children were involved in throwing projectiles at emergency services. - Police descโฆ
Nikita Tszyu Stays Undefeated, Edges Closer to World Title Shot
- Australian boxer Nikita Tszyu defeated Spaniard Oscar Diaz by sixth-round stoppage to remain undefeated. - Tszyu improved his professional record to 13-0, moving closer to a potential world-title shโฆ
Bayern Fans Outraged as Referee Denies Penalty Claim Against PSG
- Bayern Munich fans are furious after their team was denied a penalty during a Champions League match against PSG. - The incident involved a handball by PSG's Nuno Mendes in the penalty area, which tโฆ
Exit 8 explores the mundane horror of life in a loop
- "Exit 8" is a psychological horror film set in the Tokyo Metro, exploring themes of disconnection and urban alienation. - Director Genki Nakamura drew inspiration from the feeling of commuters ignorโฆ
Pussy Riot Joins Anti-Russia Smoke Bomb Protest at Venice Biennale
- Protesters, including members of Russian punk group Pussy Riot and Ukrainian feminist group FEMEN, disrupted the opening of Russia's pavilion at the Venice Biennale. - Demonstrators chanted anti-Putโฆ
Fed Square scraps World Cup screenings citing 'antisocial' behavior
- Fed Square in Melbourne will not screen FIFA World Cup matches this year due to antisocial behavior by attendees in previous years. - The decision follows incidents during the 2023 Women's World Cupโฆ
Driver dies in single-vehicle crash at Canberra underpass
- A 68-year-old man died after his SUV crashed into a wall at an underpass in Majura, Canberra. - Police attempted life-saving measures at the scene, but the driver, who was the sole occupant, was proโฆ
One Nation corflutes backing alleged war criminal Ben Roberts-Smith spark legal warning
- One Nation corflutes supporting alleged war criminal Ben Roberts-Smith have appeared outside polling booths in southern NSW ahead of the Farrer by-election. - The signage features Roberts-Smith in mโฆ
Residents of Camp Where Newborn Died Say They Have 'Nowhere Else to Go'
- A newborn baby has died at a camp along the Murrumbidgee River in Wagga Wagga, drawing attention to the plight of its residents. - Some residents have been living at the camp for months, stating theโฆ
More than $10 billion to boost fuel supplies and emergency stockpiles
- Australia will invest over $10 billion to bolster its fuel security and emergency stockpiles in response to global supply disruptions. - The package includes increasing mandatory fuel stockholdings,โฆ
Rahm pays fine to return to DP World Tour as LIV doubt grows
- Golfer Jon Rahm has reached an agreement with the DP World Tour to pay fines and play specific events, making him eligible for future Ryder Cups. - This deal resolves a dispute over his participatioโฆ
Arsenal Reach Historic Champions League Final After Narrow Win Over Atletico Madrid
- Arsenal has reached the Champions League final for the second time in their history after defeating Atletico Madrid 1-0 in the semi-final second leg. - Bukayo Saka's goal just before halftime secureโฆ
Witness Describes Frantic Rescue Attempt During Deadly Boating Tragedy
- A Marine Rescue boat capsized off the coast of Ballina, New South Wales, during a rescue attempt, resulting in three fatalities. - Two Marine Rescue volunteers and the skipper of a yacht they were aโฆ
Will Donald Trump's 'Project Freedom' Restart Shipping or Reignite War?
- Donald Trump's "Project Freedom" aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has blockaded in retaliation for its war with the U.S. and Israel. - The initiative involves U.S. naval forces guidinโฆ
Phone books are still being delivered, but does anyone use them?
- Phone books, once essential, are now a niche product in the digital age, with shrinking sizes and declining distribution. - Publishers like Thryv Australia and New Zealand acknowledge their diminishโฆ
Eight-Year Court Case Concludes Over Suspected Fake Whisky at Bar
- Three men, including the managing director of Sullivans Cove Distillery, entered a bar in 2018 suspecting the sale of fake whisky. - They collected samples of whisky from the bar for testing. - Laboโฆ