Pauline Hanson's National Press Club speech has drawn widespread condemnation from advocacy groups and politicians. Critics accuse her of using "hatred for political gain," echoing "rubbish" from rightwing figures, and promoting divisive language against transgender people, multiculturalism, and workers.
Six people, including three teenagers and five women, sustained skin burns and peeling after being attacked with sulfuric acid in Jersey City, New Jersey. Authorities believe the incident was targeted and followed an earlier altercation. One juvenile has been arrested, and the investigation is ongoing.
Milan tram drivers suspended amid probe into sexist WhatsApp group sharing CCTV images of female passengers; prosecutors investigate unauthorized system access and hacking.
China's stance towards the West has evolved from a nascent rejection in 1996 to possessing significant strategic leverage, evident in its forceful countermeasures against Western claims and sanctions, and a shift in Western leaders visiting Beijing.
A senior US State Department official, Michael DeSombre, will meet the AmCham HK delegation during their annual Washington trip. This meeting, with the highest-ranking official in years, suggests a potential warming of US-Hong Kong relations following President Trump's recent meeting with President Xi Jinping.
China's State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) has proposed new rules to prevent food delivery platforms from misusing subsidies. The draft regulations aim to stop market disruption, selling goods at a loss, and forcing merchants into subsidy programs, addressing concerns about intense competition harming businesses, drivers, and consumers.
Christian Noyer, former ECB vice-president, urges Europe to stay open to Chinese investment while developing its own AI and tech infrastructure to reduce dependence on America.
Marine heatwaves have tripled since the early 1990s, signaling the ocean's strain from absorbing over 90% of Earth's excess heat. The Earth's energy imbalance, a key climate change indicator, has doubled, leading to rising temperatures, melting ice, and intensified weather extremes. Monitoring systems are under threat, just as clarity is most needed.
A former Northern Territory legal aid staffer, Samantha Alampi, has pleaded guilty to attempting to pervert the course of justice. She admitted to helping a convicted killer evade authorities after he removed his parole ankle monitor in Alice Springs in November 2024.
A former Northern Territory legal aid staffer, Samantha Alampi, has pleaded guilty to attempting to pervert the course of justice after helping a convicted killer evade parole in Alice Springs. Alampi assisted the 19-year-old parolee, who was serving time for manslaughter, in absconding after he removed his ankle monitor. She was found with him in a hotel room and later arrested.
UFC President Dana White disclosed that authorities monitored several security threats, including a drone attack plot, before UFC Freedom 250 at the White House. Despite concerns, the event proceeded safely, with White praising federal agencies. He also suggested the unique event at the White House may not be repeated due to logistical challenges.
Authorities in Perth have shut down nearly 50 shops for allegedly selling illegal vapes and tobacco as part of Operation Claudere. Over $11 million in illicit products were seized in two weeks, with authorities vowing to continue the crackdown.
China's securities regulator announced a crackdown on stock market manipulation and illicit activities related to artificial intelligence themes, citing concerns over market abuse and potential bubbles fueled by the AI rally.
Hong Kong plans to implement mandatory health checks for commercial vehicle drivers aged 65 and above by mid-2025. The age threshold will be lowered from 70, and licenses will require annual renewal with medical assessments to enhance road safety.
Netflix's 13th Harlan Coben adaptation, 'I Will Find You,' follows David Burroughs, imprisoned for his son's murder, who learns his son might be alive. Despite a predictable plot, the series is compellingly watchable, typical of Coben's formula.
Saul Justin Newman's "Morbid" challenges the anti-ageing industry, arguing it exploits fear of death with misleading science. The book debunks claims of extreme longevity and exposes fraudulent data in "Blue Zones," criticizing entrepreneurs like Dan Buettner and biohackers.
Activists in China are working covertly to help vulnerable women subjected to forced marriage and trafficking, operating in the shadows due to government crackdowns. The 'chained woman' incident in 2022 spurred a new wave of feminism focused on these issues, highlighting systemic failures despite official anti-trafficking efforts.
Japan's Fair Trade Commission raided six major ice cream companies, including Akagi Nyugyo and Lotte, on suspicion of colluding to raise product prices beyond raw material cost increases. The companies allegedly coordinated price hikes for years, sparking public anger.
Hong Kong teachers must complete 30 hours of digital education training every three years. Schools will integrate digital elements into development plans, and an innovation/tech curriculum will be rolled out for pupils, with AI integration a key focus.
Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Alimov stated that the UN lacks the potential to mediate the Ukrainian conflict. He cited the behavior of the UN Secretariat and Secretary-General as reasons for this lack of authority and credibility.
Amnesty International reports Cambodia's crackdown on scam operations has failed to dismantle most sites and support trafficking survivors. The Cambodian government disputes this, claiming significant results and deportations, while experts suggest the industry is reshuffling rather than eliminated.
Amnesty International reports Cambodia's crackdown on scam operations has failed to dismantle most sites and support trafficking survivors, while the Cambodian government disputes these claims, stating significant results.
South Korea's national football team's closed training session for their World Cup qualifier against Mexico was interrupted by an unauthorized drone. Mexican military forces disabled the drone, but two individuals reportedly retrieved it and fled. The incident is under investigation by local police and FIFA, with no tactical information leaked.
Malaysia's Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) has alerted collectors of high-value items like trading cards that their hobby may be subject to income tax if it constitutes a business activity. The LHDN uses 'badges of trade' to determine taxability, considering factors like transaction frequency, profit motive, and organization.
