US tech giant Meta has condemned Labor's plan to tax large digital platforms that fail to pay for using Australian journalism as "government-mandated transfer of wealth".
Queenslanders are set for cooler temperatures this week, with frost expected in the Granite Belt and Carnarvon areas. Farmers are welcoming the chill, which is crucial for apple and pear crops. Meanwhile, coastal areas will experience blustery winds and showers.
Spain's coach De la Fuente expresses respect for Cristiano Ronaldo's game-changing ability, while Ronaldo discusses his future, passion for football, and confidence in Portugal ahead of a challenging match against Spain.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed a new defence alliance with Fiji to counter China's influence in the Pacific. He will also host leaders from Papua New Guinea and Tonga, while his team addresses domestic criticism over comments about Kylie Minogue.
AI-generated films by Jodie Heenan and Robert Gaudette have won international awards, sparking debate over the technology's creative potential versus copyright concerns. Creators defend AI as a tool for innovative storytelling and accessibility, while acknowledging the need to address compensation for original content.
An exhibition titled "Man on Fire: Visions of Nebuchadnezzar" featuring almost 50 artworks by Australian artist Arthur Boyd has opened at the Bundanon Art Museum in New South Wales. The series, inspired by the Babylonian king's downfall and modern conflicts, is presented alongside a new video commission by Shaun Gladwell.
Donald Trump revealed he asked FIFA president Gianni Infantino to review a red card given to US striker Folarin Balogun during a World Cup match. Europe's football body UEFA condemned the decision to suspend the ban as crossing a 'red line', while former football figures criticized the intervention.
