Israel warned of 'concrete actions' over Gaza
The leaders of Britain, Canada and France have threatened "concrete actions" against Israel if it does not stop a renewed military offensive in Gaza.
Evacuations, rescues as flooding hits NSW
Evacuations, rescues as flooding hits NSW
Persistent and heavy rain that has brought significant flash flooding to NSW is showing no signs of stopping, after forcing a stack of emergency calls and evacuations.
Singer testifies to Sean 'Diddy' Combs' abuse
Singer testifies to Sean 'Diddy' Combs' abuse
Pop singer Dawn Richard has told a jury she saw Sean "Diddy" Combs beat his girlfriend repeatedly, but faced sharp questioning from a defence lawyer over apparent...
Data queried after cook's phone pinged near mushrooms
Data queried after cook's phone pinged near mushrooms
Mushroom cook Erin Patterson's legal team are grilling a phone data expert on the limitations involved in using cell data in connection with a person's movements. Patterson, 50, is facing the fourth...
Ship's engine focus of Brooklyn Bridge inquiry
Ship's engine focus of Brooklyn Bridge inquiry
An investigation into why a Mexican Navy training ship struck New York's Brooklyn Bridge, shearing the top of its masts, will look into possible engine failure and the role of a tug boat.
Trump: Russia, Ukraine to start 'immediate' talks on ceasefire
Trump: Russia, Ukraine to start 'immediate' talks on ceasefire
US President Donald Trump says Russia and Ukraine will immediately start ceasefire negotiations in the three-year conflict, but didn't appear to secure major concessions from President Vladimir Putin.
NZ joins call for full resumption of aid to Gaza
NZ joins call for full resumption of aid to Gaza
The joint statement says food, medicines and essential supplies are exhausted and the population faces starvation.
Cancer diagnosis prompts new questions about Biden's tenure
Cancer diagnosis prompts new questions about Biden's tenure
Former US President Joe Biden's cancer announcement has revived questions about the extent of his health issues during his tenure.
Days of rain to lash Australia's east coast
Days of rain to lash Australia's east coast
Heavy rainfall continues to lash Australia's east coast and emergency crews are on high alert as flash flooding hits coastal areas.
Qantas could face $121m fine for illegal sackings
Qantas could face $121m fine for illegal sackings
Qantas could be forced to pay more than $120m in penalties for illegally sacking more than 1800 ground workers during the Covid pandemic.
Polio outbreak declared in PNG
Vaccination push after polio outbreak declared in PNG
Papua New Guinea's acting deputy secretary for public health is appealing to parents to get their young children vaccinated against polio.
Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' cancer
Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' cancer
Former US President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer that has metastasized to the bone, his office said in a statement.
Israel begins 'extensive ground operations' in Gaza
Israel begins 'extensive ground operations' in Gaza
The Israeli military has begun "extensive ground operations" in Gaza, stepping up its campaign in the enclave, where Palestinian health officials said Israeli strikes killed at least 130 people overnight.
Russia launches war's largest drone attack ahead of Putin-Trump call
Russia launches war's largest drone attack ahead of Putin-Trump call
Russia launched its largest drone attack on Ukraine since the start of the war, a day before US President Donald Trump is due to discuss a proposed ceasefire with Russia's Vladimir Putin.
Taiwan shuts down its last nuclear reactor
Taiwan shuts down its last nuclear reactor
Taiwan on Saturday began to shut down its last active nuclear reactor, officially marking its departure from atomic power.
Scramble for safety continues for Gazans
Scramble for safety continues for Gazans
Gaza is shrinking Lilly Cheslaw, of The Observer, writes.
World in pictures
World in pictures
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Mexican ship crashes into Brooklyn Bridge
Mexican ship crashes into Brooklyn Bridge
A Mexican Navy sailing ship festooned with lights and a giant flag has crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge, shearing the top of its masts and causing injuries, New York City's mayor says.
Storms kill dozens across the US
Storms kill dozens across the US
Severe storms in the United States have killed at least 27 people in Missouri and Kentucky, authorities said yesterday.
Pope Leo to take charge of Catholic Church
Pope Leo to take charge of Catholic Church
Pope Leo XIV formally takes up his role as leader of the Catholic Church on Sunday, with a Mass in St Peter's Square, drawing a large crowd of well wishers, world leaders and royalty.