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Lawyer tells court there is 'real doubt' whether police gave lawful move-on direction during rally against Israeli president that ended in violent clashesFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA Palestinian Australian man charged with failing to follow police directions...
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Programme that funds groups building tech to evade oppressive government controls under serious threatFor nearly two decades, the US quietly funded a global effort to keep the internet from splintering into fiefdoms run by authoritarian governments. Now that money is seriously threatened and a large part of it is already gone, putting into jeopardy...
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Report says common agricultural policy provides 'unfair' levels of support to unhealthy, meat-heavy dietsBeef and lamb receive 580 times more in EU subsidies than legumes, a report has found, despite scientists urging people to get more of their protein from less harmful sources.Analysis by the charity Foodrise found the EU's common agricultural...
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BRC survey finds finance bosses expect technology to improve productivity, with 69% pessimistic about the economyUK retailers are planning to cut staff hours and jobs amid rising employment costs and pessimism about the economy.Almost two-thirds (61%) of finance bosses at retail companies said they planned to reduce working hours or cut overtime,...
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Demand is rising at unsustainable rate and could cost £3.4bn by 2030-31, local authorities warnFamilies who have children with special educational needs and disabilities (Send) should be means tested for school transport, according to councils in England, who say demand is rising "at an unsustainable rate”.Local authorities are urging the...
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Kuwaiti authorities have concluded a major nationwide campaign against reckless driving. Forty-five drivers were arrested for dangerous manoeuvres and violations. Nineteen juveniles were also referred to legal authorities. This crackdown aims to enhance road safety and address public unease. The initiative reflects a broader strategy to tackle...
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WASHINGTON — The Defense Department is sending a large array of additional weaponry to the Middle East, including more warships, air defenses and submarines, in preparation for a possible military strike on Iran if President Donald Trump makes that decision, according to U.S. officials and information from public tracking.
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Festival confirmed writer and academic would appear in two sessions in 2026 following disinvitation from Adelaide eventFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGlobal accounting giant KPMG has distanced itself from the Sydney writers' festival, requesting its name be removed...
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Abandoned beaches, public health warning signs and seagulls eating human waste are now features of the popular coastline in New ZealandA tide of anger is rising in New Zealand's capital, Wellington, as the city's toilets continue to flush directly into the ocean more than two weeks after the catastrophic collapse of its wastewater treatment...
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Mark Zuckerberg testified in a high-stakes trial where Meta faces allegations of designing platforms like Instagram to be addictive for children, contributing to mental health issues. The lawsuit, which could reshape Big Tech accountability, centers on claims that engagement-driven features harm young users. Zuckerberg defended Meta's policies...
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UAE private sector employees now enjoy a two-hour daily reduction in working hours during Ramadan, a legal right for all regardless of faith. This adjustment supports work-life balance and respects the physical demands of fasting. While most benefit, some roles have exemptions and overtime rules ensure fair compensation for extra work.
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Lunar new year has ushered in a rare zodiac symbol with a reputation for energy and independenceAs the lunar new year begins, the focus has turned to the Chinese zodiac and the arrival of the year of the fire horse – a rare pairing in the 60-year lunar cycle.Drawing on Chinese metaphysics, the fire horse blends the horse's reputation for energy...
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French President Emmanuel Macron visited India and met Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He shared an AI-generated image of the two leaders. Macron attended the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi. The summit focused on responsible and development-focused AI. India is hosting the global AI gathering. Leaders discussed AI's future and its impact on people,...
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Late Show host Stephen Colbert is accusing CBS of forbidding him to air his interview with James Talarico — a Democratic U.S. Senate candidate — citing Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules about ensuring a level playing field during elections. Andrew Chang breaks down Colbert's comments about the regulations, explains how they actually...
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Jason "Jasontheween” built much of his Twitch fame not only through gaming but also through public relationships. From Yujin to Shizuku to Sakura Shymko, each connection played out in front of thousands of viewers. While some relationships were confirmed and others were not, Jason has openly shared how hard dating can be when everything happens...
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White Speed went viral after suddenly appearing on Jasontheween's "7 Days Stranded” island livestream. The surprise moment shocked viewers and added to his growing online fame. Known for following IShowSpeed during live streams, including the 2025 to 2026 Africa tour, White Speed continues to grab attention with unexpected appearances that leave...
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Extinction Rebellion says some members have been visited by agents claiming to be FBI amid Trump's threats toward liberal groupsEnvironmental group Extinction Rebellion said on Wednesday it was under federal US investigation and that some of its members had been visited by FBI agents, including from the agency's taskforce on extremism, in the last...
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Coalition of refugee support groups says board's 'traumatic' and 'flawed' processes are putting children at riskA coalition of refugee support groups has called for a Home Office organisation to be axed, claiming it is putting hundreds of children at risk.The Refugee and Migrant Children's Consortium, which consists of more than 100 organisations...
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Police arrest four after incident in the Briar Hill area that left a man in his 20s deadA man is dead and a teenage boy is in a critical condition in hospital after they were stabbed at a Northampton skate park.Northamptonshire police launched a murder investigation after emergency services were called to the park in Ringway in the Briar Hill area...
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A potential military strike on Iran could happen as soon as Saturday, according to top national security officials. President Trump has been putting military pressure on Iran to work out a nuclear deal by sending U.S. warships and fighter jets to the region. Ed O'Keefe reports.
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Research suggests more than 75,000 killed in the first 16 months of conflict, 25,000 more than announced at the timeMore than 75,000 people were killed in the first 16 months of the two-year war in Gaza, at least 25,000 more than the death toll announced by local authorities at the time, according to a study published on Wednesday in the Lancet...
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Former minister helped develop Australia's first Aboriginal education policy in the 1980s and brings decades of expertise to embattled universityFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastLinda Burney has been appointed to her first public role since leaving federal parliament,...
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Actor allegedly also made remarks to man who dresses in drag, and was seen dancing on Bourbon Street after arrestThe actor Shia LaBeouf allegedly aimed homophobic slurs at two men – one who identifies as queer and the other who dresses in drag – as the Transformers star was arrested for purportedly battering them at a bar early on Tuesday...
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PM says measure, also applied to deepfake nudes, is needed owing to a 'national emergency' of online misogynyDeepfake nudes and "revenge porn” must be removed from the internet within 48 hours or technology firms risk being blocked in the UK, Keir Starmer has said, calling it a "national emergency” that the government must confront.Companies...
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Proposal to replant inside a different type of protected woodland would not replicate diversity of cleared sites used by threatened cockatoo species, conservationists sayGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastProperty developers in Perth plan to bulldoze an endangered banksia ecosystem used by threatened black cockatoo species,...
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Johannes Høsflot Klæbo is Norway's powerhouse cross-country skier who set another record on Wednesday by winning his fifth gold medal of the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics. He's now just under highly decorated U.S. swimmer Michael Phelps on the list of athletes with the most Olympic golds. So, what makes him so good?
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State regulators walk back suspension threat and say Tesla has stopped misleading drivers about the safety of its carsTesla will avoid a 30-day suspension of its dealer and manufacturer licenses in California, its biggest market, after the US electric vehicle maker stopped using the term "autopilot” in marketing of its vehicles in the state.Tesla...
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Follow today's news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastJonno Duniam, the shadow home affairs minister, spoke about the passports this morning as the opposition seeks to hammer the government on the matter. He told Channel Seven's Sunrise reports those in the group had travel documents was "of incredible concern, I think,...
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Meta chief says it has improved identifying underage users but adds 'I always wish we could have gotten there sooner'The Meta CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, testified at a landmark trial of social media companies on Wednesday. Plaintiffs' lawyers grilled Zuckerberg about internal complaints that not enough was being done to verify whether children under 13...
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Singapore invites single Americans to a unique dating experience. Forget apps, 'aunties' will select your match. Two lucky winners get a free trip to Singapore for a blind date. The package includes flights, accommodation, and an 'auntie-approved' itinerary. This campaign blends tourism with human connection, showcasing Singapore's culture and...
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A viral TikTok video claimed Anya Wick is Shia LaBeouf's twin sister, but facts show he is an only child born June 11, 1986. There is no record of a twin. Meanwhile, the New Orleans Police Department confirmed his February 17, 2026 arrest for simple battery, according to ABC News. The twin claim remains unverified.
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The Grammy winner will star alongside Edward Norton and Javier Bardem in a film inspired by an early 20th century revolutionary, directed by rapper ResidenteFresh off his victorious Super Bowl half-time show, Bad Bunny will take on his first lead acting role. The rapper and sometime actor will star in Porto Rico, a love letter to his home of Puerto...
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Without AI you will be a 'weaker and poorer nation', says former UK chancellor two months into job at US firmThe former chancellor George Osborne has said countries that do not embrace the kind of powerful AI systems made by his new employer, OpenAI, risk "Fomo” and could be left weaker and poorer.Osborne, who is two months into a job as head of...
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A father of six, Robert Dorgan, employed at General Dynamics Bath Iron Works, committed a shocking act of violence. He fatally shot his son Aidan and ex-wife Rhonda at a Rhode Island hockey game. Dorgan also injured his former in-laws at the same event. Authorities are investigating the motive behind this tragic incident. The events unfolded on...
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