The US Navy is planning a large, permanent war-ready weapons stockpile for its Marine Corps in Victoria, Australia. The US$30 million project aims to leverage Australia's strategic location to counter China's military expansion and is expected to be fully operational by 2028.
Rene Baterbonia, 19, and Divine Adili, 21, drowned during a school-sanctioned team-building activity in Dipaculao, Aurora. The incident highlights risks in collegiate sports training environments.
Multiple tornadoes struck communities near Chicago, causing widespread destruction. Severe storms led to flight cancellations and power outages across the Midwest. Meanwhile, a dangerous heatwave hit the East Coast, prompting emergency measures.
An analysis by the British Geological Survey (BGS) warns that millions of UK homes are at risk from climate-related subsidence due to hotter, drier summers. London and the east coast are particularly vulnerable, with projections suggesting up to 1.8 million properties could be affected by 2070.
Taiwan accuses China of provocation and cognitive warfare by conducting law-enforcement operations in waters off Taiwan's east coast, asserting jurisdiction over non-controlled waters.
Australia's high court ruled indefinite immigration detention unlawful in 2023. Over 350 individuals, the NZYQ cohort, cannot be deported. Sara fears her father may be deported to Nauru under a new government deal.
Hong Kong's Northern Metropolis project, a 20-plus-year development, aims to balance large-scale urbanisation with human-centric design, drawing parallels to global city transformations like Shanghai's Pudong and Brooklyn.
Three Petronas workers died and one was injured in an incident on a platform. The victims were descending to the sea for maintenance when a lifeboat rope or hook reportedly came loose, causing them to fall. Investigations are ongoing.
Su Chun-huai, father of AMD CEO Lisa Su and chairman of the Taiwan Center of New York, has been elected as the new head of the Democratic Progressive Party's East Coast chapter. He has actively supported Lai Ching-te, praising him as Taiwan's best leader.
Philadelphia is positioning itself as an affordable and fan-centric host for the 2026 World Cup, offering low-cost public transport, reasonably priced hotels, and free fan fests, contrasting with other cities facing high costs and revenue pressures.
A secret report commissioned by the previous NSW government identified Port Kembla as the ideal location for an east coast nuclear submarine base, citing cost-effectiveness. However, the report also warns the area could become a "nuclear target" for adversaries, sparking opposition from local residents and organizations.
A labor union has voiced strong opposition to documents revealing Port Kembla as a preferred Australian base for nuclear-powered submarines, citing it would make the area a "massive target" and warning of political fallout.
A labor union has voiced strong opposition to Port Kembla being named a preferred Australian base for nuclear-powered submarines, citing security risks and potential political fallout. Documents revealed the New South Wales government's preference, warning of the area becoming a target.
Magnus, a young male walrus, after touring Scotland's north-east coast, has been spotted in Norway, ending his Celtic sojourn, with climate change possibly driving his southbound excursion.
According to the report, these shipments are primarily directed from the US East Coast to Asian countries that are facing a sharp reduction in supplies from the Persian Gulf
St Andrews club opened membership to women in 2014Dowling will serve as club captain from SeptemberThe Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews has appointed amateur player Claire Dowling as the first female captain in its 272-year history.The club, based at the “home of golf” on the east coast of Scotland, opened its membership to women 12 years ago. Continue reading...
St Andrews club opened membership to women in 2014Dowling will serve as club captain from SeptemberThe Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews has appointed amateur player Claire Dowling as the first woman captain in its 272-year history.The club, based at the “home of golf” on the east coast of Scotland, opened its membership to women 12 years ago. Continue reading...
A new east coast gas reserve will "drive down" prices, according to the federal government and ensure Australia is no longer "hostage" to international markets.
The gas field off the south-west coast of Victoria could provide up to 4 per cent of the east coast's energy supplies.
Energy giants will be forced to set aside gas for the domestic market from July next year, under the new east coast reservation scheme. Follow live.
The search for Denise Ann Williams, 62, an Australian woman missing since April 15 while hiking in Cape Breton Island, Canada, has been suspended. Her vehicle was found near the Acadian Trail, and police are still appealing for public information.
Two marine rescue volunteers died after their boat capsized while attempting to help a yacht in distress off the east coast of Australia, according to New South Wales police. On Monday evening, a member of the public reported that a yacht appeared to be struggling at a breakwall in Ballina in northern New South Wales, police said. A vessel of volunteer service Marine Rescue NSW with six crew on board was responding to the call when “their vessel capsized while crossing the Ballina Bar in heavy...
Two marine rescue volunteers died after their boat capsized while attempting to help a yacht in distress off the east coast of Australia, according to New South Wales police. On Monday evening, a member of the public reported that a yacht appeared to be struggling at a breakwall in Ballina in northern New South Wales, police said. A vessel of volunteer service Marine Rescue NSW with six crew on board was responding to the call when “their vessel capsized while crossing the Ballina Bar in heavy...
Canadian police are searching for a Victorian woman who disappeared while hiking on an island on the country's east coast.
