‘Abhorrent’: Albo slams Iran’s ambassador
The Albanian government has slammed the Iranian ambassador to Australia for “hateful” comments he posted on social media.
Aussie Olympian’s mad dash to Wallabies
Just a week after nearly winning an Olympic bronze medal, a rugby sevens star could make his Wallabies debut.
World Bank says assessing impact of Bangladesh events on its loan program
WASHINGTON: The World Bank said on Monday it was assessing the impact of events in Bangladesh on its lending program with the country after its Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled. Hasina’s exit came after hundreds were killed in a crackdown on demonstrations that began as protests against preferential job quotas and morphed into … Read more
Minns taunts Victoria’s long lockdowns
The New South Wales premier took the opportunity to criticize Victoria's lengthy pandemic lockdowns, defending a move aimed at getting workers back into the office.
‘Emotional’ Dusty will farewell Tigers fans
He may not play again, but the Tigers have assured their loyal players that Dustin Martin will say another goodbye after hanging up his boots.
Flurry of diplomacy to ease Mideast tensions as Israel awaits Iran attack
JERUSALEM: Diplomatic pressure mounted Monday to avoid an escalation between Iran and Israel following high-profile assassinations that have sent regional tensions skyrocketing. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday evening that his country was “determined to oppose” Iran and its allied armed groups “on all fronts.” As its war against Iran-backed Hamas in Gaza approaches … Read more
‘Unacceptable’: Dutton anger at UNWRA aid
Peter Dutton says new revelations about the involvement of UN aid group staff in the October 7 attack on Israel are unacceptable.
Steph Rice: Australia ‘let down’ by one area in brutal Olympic swimming loss to USA
Australia came close to ending America's 68-year Olympic dominance in the pool. Steph Rice identifies one area where the Aussies need to improve.
US personnel wounded in attack against base in Iraq, officials say
ICC Prosecutor Urges World to 'Stem the Bleeding' in Sudan Before Region Spins Out of Control NEW YORK CITY: Violence in Sudan has continued to escalate over the past six months, the International Criminal Court prosecutor said Monday, with reports of rape, crimes against children and widespread persecution. “Terror has become a common currency,” Karim … Read more
‘Severe weather’ warning for one state
Parts of the country could be hit by severe weather, while millions of Australians may finally give up their umbrellas.
