Labor will introduce new rules to cut net overseas migration and push temporary residents to leave Australia, despite the home affairs minister Tony Burke postponing a major speech on the subject.
Former Pakistani state minister Rukhsar Ahmed was arrested in Manchester in July 2024 on suspicion of 1990s child rape and trafficking, and is currently on police bail.
Estados Unidos e Irán avanzan hacia un acuerdo provisional mediado por Omán y Qatar para reabrir el estrecho de Ormuz y restablecer el alto el fuego, mientras Washington amenaza con represalias si fracasan las pláticas.
England's worst Six Nations performance has contributed to the Rugby Football Union expecting a £10m loss for the financial year ending June 2026, driven by reduced prize money and a light home fixture calendar.
Federal police investigate a defence manufacturer vandalism incident as terrorism, Aboriginal community police officers sue the NT government over discrimination, and world oil companies face criticism over massive profits.
Elon Musk's X has geoblocked over 60 accounts belonging to Saudi dissidents and activists in Saudi Arabia following local government orders, joining other tech platforms like Meta and Snapchat in complying with state censorship demands.
Manchester United are in advanced talks to appoint former Hearts manager Eva Olid as their new women's team head coach, replacing Marc Skinner following his departure.
High levels of microplastics and plastic contamination were discovered in a Turkish waterway near an Adana recycling hub supplied with British waste, raising agricultural and food safety concerns.
The Environment Agency is considering legal action against Huntsman Polyurethanes in Redcar, North Yorkshire, over rising emissions of the carcinogenic chemical benzene following permit breaches.
The 'Cockroach movement' in India has seen Gen Z protesters challenge the Modi government and mainstream media over examination leaks. By using social media to document police crackdowns, young activists are bypassing traditional narratives and demanding accountability.
Europe confronts an existential challenge: how to defend itself against Russia with diminishing US support. This realization is accelerating defense budget increases and prompting discussions around 'Nato 3.0' and the potential for European-led security initiatives like 'coalitions of the willing'.
Nigel Farage received a £5m gift from crypto billionaire Christopher Harbourne, triggering allegations against him and Reform party figures including deputy Richard Tice and George Cottrell, amid questions about his political comeback.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has announced plans to deploy the Royal Navy to the English Channel to intercept asylum seeker dinghies and return them to France or Belgium under 'Operation Fortress', drawing skepticism from experts and swift rejection from French officials.
Michigan health department confirmed two deaths from cyclosporiasis, the first fatalities in the largest U.S. outbreak; cases rise to 11,234 and spread to nine states, with FDA linking the illness to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms in Mexico.
Joshua Bonehill-Paine, a former neo-Nazi with convictions for antisemitic harassment and other crimes, has been selected as a Conservative candidate for Somerset council. Despite his past, he claims the party is aware and supportive, sparking accusations of hypocrisy from opponents.
Nigel Farage admits discussing his return to lead Reform UK months before receiving a £5m gift, contradicting previous claims of not being involved in politics at the time, sparking renewed scrutiny over the gift's declaration and his party's finances.
US owners of Charlton Athletic have listed the south‑London club for sale, hiring Oakwell Sports Advisory to find a fifth owner in six years. The sale deck touts equity growth via promotion to the Premier League and women’s football.
Talks are progressing between Vinícius Júnior and Arsenal regarding personal terms, a move that would see the Brazilian forward potentially leave Real Madrid. Arsenal seeks to strengthen its left side, while Madrid aims to offload his high wages and balance its squad.
US men’s national team head coach Mauricio Pochettino has extended his contract with the US Soccer Federation through 2030, despite the team's last-16 World Cup exit. The deal, primarily funded by Ken Griffin, includes an expanded role for Pochettino.
Christopher Nolan's 'Odyssey' film faces right-wing backlash, led by Elon Musk, over perceived 'wokeness' and historical inaccuracies, particularly the casting of Lupita Nyong’o as Helen of Troy. The author argues critics miss the film's core message: an allegory for the necessity of a rules-based international order, rooted in the ancient concept of 'xenia'.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage proposes "Operation Fortress" to use the Royal Navy to intercept small boats in the English Channel and return asylum seekers to France or Belgium. Experts question the legality and practicality, citing potential violations of French sovereignty and international maritime law, while France calls the plans "unacceptable."
An analysis argues that Donald Trump's power grabs, characterized by constant scandals, a focus on loyalty over competence, and a spectacle of cruelty, create both autocratic consolidation and significant vulnerabilities, contrasting with 21st-century 'spin dictatorships' like Orbán's and Putin's.
A Guardian investigation found that the Trump administration quietly attempted to subject at least 10 hunger strikers in US immigrant detention to involuntary medical procedures, including force-feeding. At least three detainees were confirmed subjected to these procedures, which human rights groups widely consider torture, with others breaking their strikes as procedures loomed.
Andoni Iraola's first Liverpool pre-season tour in the US concluded with a defeat, highlighting challenges in implementing his vision due to missing key players and squad gaps. Young talents like Nyoni impressed, while established players like Jones struggled to adapt, and Szoboszlai emerged as a fan favorite and leader.
