Australia

World 8 hours ago

Australian state rolls out machete ‘disposal bins’ ahead of ban

Australian state Victoria is offering an amnesty period for the safe surrender of machetes ahead of a statewide ban with penalties up to two years imprisonment or a hefty fine.

Health 8 hours ago

Doctor reveals the secret weapon against growing vaccine skepticism worldwide

Professor Margie Danchin addresses declining childhood vaccination rates and vaccine hesitancy through trust-building strategies and community education programs.

Politics 8 hours ago

Next-gen missile shown off in first Pacific test as US expands long-range arsenal

U.S. and Australian forces collaborated on a milestone precision strike missile test using HIMARS, enhancing Indo-Pacific deterrence capabilities amid regional tensions.

Politics 8 hours ago

Pentagon presses Japan, Australia on role in possible Taiwan conflict

Japan and Australia have been asked by Pentagon policy chief Elbridge Colby to detail their commitments in the case of a U.S. war with China over Taiwan.

World 8 hours ago

Woman found guilty in mushroom murder mystery that left three family members dead after meal

Triple-murderer's claims of accidental mushroom poisoning unraveled as evidence showed she had disposed of a food dehydrator containing death cap residue following the murder of victims.

World 8 hours ago

Missing teen surfer found alive on remote island miles from shore: 'Didn't give up hope'

A 19-year-old surfer was found safe on North Solitary island, 8 miles from Wooli Beach in Australia, after going missing during an afternoon surf session that prompted a search.

World 8 hours ago

Antisemitic attackers violently target synagogue, Israeli restaurant in Australia

Masked protesters attacked an Israeli restaurant in Melbourne, prompting calls from Jewish leaders and Israeli officials for stronger action against extremism.

Media 8 hours ago

Elon Musk's X and Billboard Chris celebrate 'decisive victory' against censorship in Australia

"Billboard Chris" celebrated a win after part of the Australian government backed down from censoring his post that criticized a transgender WHO official's stance on gender operations.

Sports 8 hours ago

Brazil, Mexico, Italy, Britain in USA's group at 2026 World Baseball Classic

The United States will play in Group B while Shohei Ohtnai's Japan squad will be in Group C for the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

Travel 8 hours ago

Captain Cook's legendary ship finally identified near New England resort after 250 years

The remains of the historic HMS Endeavour have been definitively located at a site near Newport, Rhode Island. The ship was the first European vessel to reach Australia's east coast.

Sports 8 hours ago

Equestrian Australia suspends Olympian Heath Ryan after concerning video surfaces showing him whipping horse

Equestrian Australia has suspended Olympian Heath Ryan this week after a concerning video surfaced online that showed him repeatedly whipping a horse.