Giorgia Meloni shares an AI-generated photo of her posing on a bed and says her political opponents have been using such images to try to undermine her.
Cruz Hewitt lost the Wimbledon boys' singles final to American Jordan Lee in a three-set thriller. The 17-year-old Australian, son of Lleyton Hewitt, was unable to secure the title after leading in the final set.
A 59-year-old man has died in Pukatja on South Australia's APY Lands after a large group fight. Police are investigating if his death was due to a medical episode while he was receiving treatment at the town clinic.
Twelve data centres are proposed for Australia's Northern Territory, attracting companies with abundant solar and gas power. Environmental groups raise concerns over gas reliance and water usage, while developers see NT's proximity to Asia and less stringent regulations as advantages.
Australia's Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke stated the government will not assist the return of suspected Australian ISIS fighters, who are reportedly being interrogated in Baghdad, Iraq. Burke indicated he would use all legal means to prevent their re-entry.
Australia's aged care regulator is investigating fee complaints. Donald Trump denies Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz amid Middle East strikes. Jannik Sinner won Wimbledon, and fungi are explored in Australian wilderness.
Wall Street closed positively, but weekend escalation of US-Iran hostilities and Iran's declaration of the Strait of Hormuz closure may impact the ASX's opening gains. ASX 200 futures indicated a 0.4% rise.
