The NBA is set to select winning bidders for 12 permanent European teams within 60-90 days, with the league slated to debut in October 2027. Cities include Rome, Milan, London, Paris, Madrid, Berlin, and Istanbul, among others. Bids are due end of June, with the NBA seeking investors for new stadiums and exploring integration with North American teams.
The NBA plans to select winning bidders for 12 permanent European teams within 60-90 days, with the new league set to debut in October 2027. Cities include Rome, Milan, London, Paris, Madrid, Berlin, and Istanbul, among others. Bids are due end of June.
Albert Yuen Yuk-kin, a former deputy commissioner of operations with the Hong Kong police, has been appointed to lead the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) after a 37-year career. This appointment, along with the director of information services role, went to individuals with police backgrounds as part of civil service reforms.
NSW Police Deputy Commissioner David Hudson expressed reservations about expanding powers of private Jewish security groups like CGS NSW, citing potential community friction, amid the Royal Commission's investigation into the Bondi terror attack that killed 15 people.
Australia's immigration detention centres face scrutiny over security failures, while US-Iran peace talks advance and Donald Trump faces Republican backlash. Other news includes a fatal shark attack, rising Australian travel to Vietnam, Russia's use of a hypersonic missile in Ukraine, and UK police investigating Prince Andrew.
Australian immigration detention centres face security failures, leading to detainee escapes and staff injuries. Meanwhile, US-Iran peace talks progress, Donald Trump faces Republican criticism, and Australian politics becomes a target for prediction market bets. The EPL concludes with Arsenal winning the title.
Wendy Steendam, former Victoria Police deputy commissioner, will lead the new Victorian Early Childhood Regulatory Authority (VECRA) to improve childcare safety after alleged abuse and system failures. She assures parents the system is safe and committed to preventing future incidents.
Independent MP Helen Haines has called for a transparent, merit-based selection process for the National Anti-Corruption Commission's deputy commissioner, urging the Albanese government to use the current vacancy to rebuild public trust in the watchdog.
Gurugram Deputy Commissioner issued a warning against government employees using unofficial channels or public representatives to influence transfers and postings, citing violations of conduct rules and potential disciplinary action.
US Food and Drug Commissioner Marty Makary resigned on Tuesday, President Donald Trump said, the latest leadership change at the federal health department which comes after weeks of public speculation and a mounting pressure campaign. FDA Deputy Commissioner for Food Kyle Diamantas will lead the agency in an acting capacity, according to two sources familiar with the situation. Politico first reported the development. “Marty is a terrific guy, but he’s going to go on and he’s going to lead a...
NBA deputy commissioner Mark Tatum says the league and FIBA are reviewing bids from ownership groups for a new European basketball league, with interest from all 12 targeted cities. A shortlist is being developed with plans to launch in October 2026. NBA and FIBA officials will meet with EuroLeague in Geneva on Tuesday to discuss alignment.
Boy, 17, and man, 19, detained as Met says it is investigating claims a series of antisemitic attacks are linked to IranTwo teenagers have been arrested over an arson attack at a synagogue in north-west London over the weekend, the Metropolitan police have said.Matt Jukes, the deputy commissioner of the Met, said a 17-year-old boy and 19-year-old man had been detained, as he confirmed officers were investigating claims a series of antisemitic attacks in the UK were linked to Iranian-backed proxies. Continue reading...
