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Republican Senator Lindsey Graham dies suddenly at 71

US Senator Lindsey Graham in June. Photo: Getty Images

Republican Senator Lindsey Graham dies suddenly at 71

US Senator Lindsey Graham, a key Republican who went from a vocal critic of Donald Trump to one of his most loyal allies on Capitol Hill after Trump became president, has died at age 71.

At least 11 dead as wildfire rages in Spanish tourist hotspot

Smoke and flames rise during a wildfire in Los Gallardos, Spain. Photo: Forta/Handout via REUTERS

At least 11 dead as wildfire rages in Spanish tourist hotspot

At least 11 people have died in a wildfire in Almeria in southern Spain, as crews battle to bring one of the country's deadliest blazes on record under control.

Nigel Farage to face challenge from man with bin on his head

Count Binface looks to be Nigel Farage's only challenger after the far-right Reform leader...

Nigel Farage to face challenge from man with bin on his head

A gamble by Nigel Farage to trigger an election for his own parliamentary seat could mean the only opponent he'll face during campaigning is a man with a trash can on his head.

Iran says it hits US military targets in Gulf

Mourners gather on the day of the burial of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in...

Iran says it hits US military targets in Gulf

Iranian armed forces launched attacks on US military infrastructure in Gulf states on Thursday following US strikes on Iran's southern coastal and eastern provinces, further eroding a three-week...

France outclass Morocco to reach semi-finals

France's Kylian Mbappe celebrates after the match as France qualify for the semi final stage of...

France outclass Morocco to reach semi-finals

France captain Kylian Mbappe missed a penalty but curled in a superb goal on the hour as France struck twice in six minutes to brush aside Morocco.

Astronomers scrutinize exoplanet that survived the death of its star

Astronomers scrutinize exoplanet that survived the death of its star

In about 5 billion years, our sun will begin its death throes by expanding in size and engulfing the innermost planets — possibly including Earth.

Young Australians feel the pinch as costs rise, incomes down

The typical Australian renter is spending a record share of income to keep a roof over their head as younger generations find themselves squeezed between rising rents and falling wages.

Thousands protest against ICE after latest fatal shooting

People attend a vigil after the fatal shooting of Mexican motorist Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by an...

Thousands protest against ICE after latest fatal shooting

More than a thousand protesters chanting "ICE out of Houston" marched today near the spot where a US Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer fatally shot a man driving to work,.

Taiwan, China brace as Typhoon moves nearer

A satellite image shows Super Typhoon Bavi over the Philippine Sea. Photo: Reuters

Taiwan, China brace as Typhoon moves nearer

Typhoon Bavi churned southeast of Taiwan in the Pacific Ocean today.

US carrying out fresh strikes on Iran

US President Donald Trump made the comments on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Ankara. Photo:...

US carrying out fresh strikes on Iran

The US military said it was launching fresh strikes on Iran aimed at keeping the critical Strait of Hormuz open to traffic.

Tobacco wars flare in Melbourne after ram-raid, fires

A state capital city's tobacco wars have flared after an inner city ram-raid on a tobacco shop sparked fires that engulfed 10 shops.

Typhoon to bring 'catastrophically destructive' winds to Pacific Islands

Super Typhoon Bavi was causing strong winds and rain at Guam International Airport in Tamuning....

Typhoon to bring 'catastrophically destructive' winds to Pacific Islands

Super Typhoon Bavi was crossing the Mariana Islands in the western Pacific Ocean today.

Thousands evacuated as wildfire burns in France

French firefighters work to extinguish a fire near a farm in Grand-Auverne, as drought worsens in...

Thousands evacuated as wildfire burns in France

A wildfire burning out of control in southwestern France has forced the evacuation of 10,000 people from two dozen small towns and villages.

AI moving faster than people 'anyone can keep up', UN warns

AI moving faster than people 'anyone can keep up', UN warns

The United Nations secretary general warned that artificial intelligence is developing faster than anyone can keep up.

NSW third Aussie state to confirm bird flu

NSW third Aussie state to confirm bird flu

New South Wales has become Australia's third state to confirm a case of H5N1 bird flu. Six infections have now been confirmed across the country.

Heatwave strains power grids, disrupts July 4 events in US

People walk past a rubbish bin overflowing with empty water bottles during extreme heat which led...

Heatwave strains power grids, disrupts July 4 events in US

A dangerous heatwave has upended Fourth of July celebrations across swathes of the US, forcing officials to cancel or postpone dozens of parades, concerts and fireworks displays.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce marry in New York

A screen outside Madison Square Garden displays a message referencing the marriage of Taylor...

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce marry in New York

Megastars Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married, the singer's publicist has announced, as guests attended a star-studded celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York.

Kyiv mourns 30 killed in Russian attack

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy (centre) visits the site of an apartment building damaged during...

Kyiv mourns 30 killed in Russian attack

Rescuers are clearing rubble in Kyiv in a search for survivors, a day after a Russian missile and drone attack killed at least 30 people.

Secret Service missed 102 radio calls during Trump shooting: watchdog

US President Donald Trump is helped off the stage following the shooting in 2024. Photo: Getty...

Secret Service missed 102 radio calls during Trump shooting: watchdog

The US Secret Service did not receive 102 local radio transmissions about the gunman who attempted to assassinate President Donald Trump at a 2024 campaign rally.

Did they pull a swifty?

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce got engaged in August last year. Photo: Getty Images

Did they pull a swifty?

Pop megastar Taylor Swift and NFL player Travis Kelce are married, a New York paper claims, citing multiple unnamed sources amid preparations for an expected celebration at Madison Square Garden.

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