Robots race past humans in China half-marathon
Several robots vying for the podium were noticeably faster than professional athletes racing in the human race.
Uncertainty hangs over Strait of Hormuz
Uncertainty hangs over Strait of Hormuz
Iran's top negotiator says recent talks with the US has made progress, but gaps remain over nuclear issues and the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping channel.
Ruff treatment for royals on final day of tour
Ruff treatment for royals on final day of tour
Britain's Prince Harry and Meghan have rubbed shoulders with Australia's ultra-rich, Bondi massacre heroes and an over-friendly pooch as their tour Down Under comes to an end.
Pope downplays feud with Trump
Pope downplays feud with Trump
Pope Leo XIV has sought to downplay his feud with US President Donald Trump, saying reporting about comments he has made so far during his Africa tour "has not been accurate in all its aspects".
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Aussie soldier out on bail as war crime allegations emerge
Aussie soldier out on bail as war crime allegations emerge
Accused Australian war criminal Ben Roberts-Smith has walked out of prison for the first time in a week after being granted bail.
Iran reopens strait, but says US must end naval blockade
Iran reopens strait, but says US must end naval blockade
Iran has temporarily reopened the Strait of Hormuz but warned that it could close the crucial shipping waterway again if the recent US Navy blockade of Iranian ports continue.
Humanoid robot race to showcase technical leaps
Humanoid robot race to showcase technical leaps
More than 300 humanoid robots participating in China's second robot half-marathon on Sunday will be facing tougher terrain designed to test their technical advancements.
US Defense Secretary quotes fake Bible verse from Pulp Fiction
US Defense Secretary quotes fake Bible verse from Pulp Fiction
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth cited biblical scripture on Thursday to attack the media, comparing reporters to Jewish adversaries of Jesus Christ plotting "how to destroy him."
Musician D4vd arrested on suspicion of murdering 14-year-old girl
Musician D4vd arrested on suspicion of murdering 14-year-old girl
Los Angeles police have arrested David Burke, a 21‑year‑old musician known professionally as D4vd, on suspicion of murdering 14‑year‑old Celeste Rivas, whose remains were found last year in a car registered to him.
Major investigation begins after Australia fuel refinery blaze
Major investigation begins after Australia fuel refinery blaze
A major investigation and clean-up are under way following a blaze at one of Australia's two oil refineries, with the prime minister due to tour the site.
Israel and Lebanon begin ceasefire
Israel and Lebanon begin ceasefire
A 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel went into effect today and President Donald Trump said the next meeting between the United States and Iran may take place over the weekend.
Optimism grows in hopes for Middle East peace deal
Optimism grows in hopes for Middle East peace deal
Optimism grew today that the war in the Middle East may be near an end.
Global Insight: Ripples of Hungary election likely to be felt in NZ
Global Insight: Ripples of Hungary election likely to be felt in NZ
Ripples from the defeat of Hungary’s Viktor Orban will likely be felt in New Zealand during the upcoming general election, Prof Robert Patman says.
14-year-old kills teacher, eight students in Turkey school shooting
14-year-old kills teacher, eight students in Turkey school shooting
A 14-year-old student shot at least nine people dead including eight of his fellow pupils and wounded 13 others at a middle school in southeastern Turkey, officials say, in the country's...
Australia refinery fire worsens fuel supply crunch
Australia refinery fire worsens fuel supply crunch
A fire at the largest of Australia's two oil refineries has hit petrol production just as the nation faces pressure to shore up fuel security with the Iran war disrupting global supply.
Quake near major Aussie gold mine 'like an explosion'
Quake near major Aussie gold mine 'like an explosion'
A record-breaking earthquake near one of Australia's biggest gold mines has been felt along the east coast, with locals describing explosions, shaking and rattling.
Irish lawmakers quit over govt's response to fuel protests
Irish lawmakers quit over govt's response to fuel protests
Two lawmakers backing the Irish government have withdrawn their support in protest over its response to a wave of public demonstrations against surging fuel prices.
Australian tour 'an experiment' for Prince Harry, Meghan
Australian tour 'an experiment' for Prince Harry, Meghan
A visit seemingly fit for royalty is set to serve as a commercial experiment for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex as their Australian tour enters its second day.
Iran talks could resume 'over next two days': Trump
Iran talks could resume 'over next two days': Trump
Talks to end the Iran war could resume in Pakistan over the next two days, US President Donald Trump says.