India's Foreign Ministry clarifies that a passport is not proof of citizenship, sparking social media debate. Meanwhile, Amazon announces a $48 billion investment in India by 2030, and PM Modi offers aid to Venezuela after earthquakes.
Leah Stewart, attacked by a great white shark at Sydney's Coogee beach, is no longer in critical condition and remembers the incident in detail, her brother reported. The 34-year-old teacher is recovering from an arm amputation and other severe injuries, while Sydney beaches face closures due to increased great white shark sightings.
L'indicateur historique d'usage des pesticides en France, le NODU, n'est plus mis à jour par le ministère de l'Agriculture, soulevant des inquiétudes. Une ONG publie son propre calcul, montrant une hausse de 6% entre 2023 et 2024, contredisant l'indice européen HRI-1 adopté par le ministère.
Victorian Liberal MP Moira Deeming has accused colleague Matthew Guy of assault at a community event, causing turmoil for the party five months before the state election. Guy vehemently denies the allegation and is considering defamation action, while Victoria Police investigate the reported incident which occurred on May 23 in Sunshine.
Fortescue is being sued in a class action lawsuit over allegations of systemic sexual harassment, violence, and retaliation at its remote work sites. The lawsuit, filed in federal court, details incidents including assault and harassment, with lawyers stating it highlights a cultural problem in the mining sector.
OpenAI has updated GPT-5.5 Instant, the default model for ChatGPT, to significantly improve its understanding of context, ability to process complex queries, and adaptability to user clarifications, aiming for more relevant and natural responses.
Karl Stefanovic's new radio show with Eddie McGuire has been cancelled for the week, and his contract with ARN Media is under review, following widespread criticism of his podcast interview with UK far-right activist Tommy Robinson. Nine Entertainment is also expected to sever ties with Stefanovic.
Apple announced significant updates at WWDC 2026, including a revamped, more personal Siri AI, new features in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27, and an AI partnership with Google to power its products.
Pauline Hanson's call for a monocultural Australia ignores the nation's historical reality. From the first fleet's diverse origins to colonial seaports and early settlements, Australia has always been a mix of ethnicities, languages, and skills, a reality that fueled prosperity and innovation.
Fund manager Geoff Wilson deleted an AI-generated video he reposted from a right-wing account, which depicted PM Albanese and Treasurer Chalmers taking money from white Australians for migrants. Wilson claimed he hadn't watched the full video or checked sources before sharing it, which also included QAnon content.
The new Google Home Speaker replaces Nest Audio and Mini at a higher price, offering improved audio quality and integrating Gemini AI. While hardware is a logical update, some advanced Gemini features and smart home automations are locked behind new Standard ($10/month) and Advanced ($20/month) subscription plans, drawing user complaints.
A Victorian inquiry hears that international students from countries where homosexuality is illegal are being targeted through gay dating apps, leading to assaults, extortions, and threats of outting, with 95 attacks and 42 arrests reported since June 2024.
Brazil's Neymar Jr. is fully fit and available for their FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier against Scotland. However, Raphinha will miss the match due to an injury sustained in a previous game.
Angus Taylor faced scrutiny for his stance on multiculturalism, with some Liberal colleagues urging him to embrace modern Australia's diversity. Taylor later clarified his support for a multiculturalism based on shared laws and values, rejecting a 'Labor's multiculturalism'.
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first man to score in six World Cups. US President Donald Trump will join FIFA President Gianni Infantino to present the World Cup final trophy. France's manager Didier Deschamps left the tournament following his mother's death.
Cristiano Ronaldo set a World Cup scoring record, scoring in his sixth tournament. Meanwhile, FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed Donald Trump will present the trophy at the final. France's manager is absent due to his mother's death, and FIFA is considering keeping hydration breaks.
Leah Stewart, a teacher attacked by a great white shark at Sydney's Coogee beach, has woken from a coma after 10 days. She uttered "I love you" to her mother and partner. Stewart, 34, has undergone multiple surgeries, including an arm amputation, and remains in intensive care. Meanwhile, shark sightings at Bondi beach have led to closures and renewed calls for shark culling, though the premier stated great whites are protected.
Airbus is to inspect 16 A380 aircraft, five immediately, after cracks were found in a key wing component. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) ordered the urgent inspections on planes operated by Emirates and Qantas.
Google Home is updating its Familiar Faces feature to identify people even when their faces aren't fully visible, using non-biometric data. The library will also auto-update with recent images. AI event descriptions can now include specific sounds like barking or footsteps, improving accuracy.
Australia's native birds, including black swans, face a "very high risk" of extinction from bird flu. Meanwhile, Europe experiences record heatwaves with 40 drownings in France, and the US Secretary of State addresses shipping tolls in the Strait of Hormuz.
Australian TV presenter Karl Stefanovic's podcast episode featuring UK far-right activist Tommy Robinson, where Robinson criticized Islam and multiculturalism, has been removed from major platforms. Stefanovic praised Robinson's "tenacity" and "courage" in the interview.
France faces extreme heatwave with record 44.3°C in Pissos, 40 drowning deaths in unsupervised swimming areas, and widespread disruptions including shortened hours for Eiffel Tower and Louvre.
Colombia and DR Congo faced off in a Group K match. Colombia dominated possession and created chances, but DR Congo's goalkeeper Mpasi made several key saves. A storm also forced a suspension of Colombia's training session prior to the match. In another match, Croatia defeated Panama 1-0, eliminating Panama from World Cup contention.
Lionel Messi's father, Jorge Messi, is reportedly improving and may soon be released from the hospital. This news follows Lionel Messi's emotional reaction after Argentina's World Cup win, which he attributed to personal difficulties.
