Ellena Savage's debut essay collection, Blueberries, was a surprise hit. In her new novel, The Ruiners, she takes on Charles Dickens and the illegal waste trade.
Socceroos star Awer Mabil called claims that Australia is not a successful multicultural society "bullshit." He stated that his team was not distracted by the debate initiated by Pauline Hanson during the World Cup, emphasizing that multiculturalism "brings other flavour to the table."
Six 'space balls' found on a Queensland beach are likely from a foreign rocket body that re-entered the atmosphere. The Australian Space Agency is working with international authorities to confirm the source, while experts explain the objects are pressurized fuel vessels.
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has rejected concerns about youth detention centre capacity amid proposed 'breach bail, go to jail' reforms. Critics cite existing pressure and lack of detail, while the Premier insists capacity has been bolstered.
China is reportedly preparing to test a ballistic missile with a dummy warhead in the Pacific Ocean, having informed regional governments. The move follows Australia signing a defense treaty with Fiji, though sources suggest the test was planned months ago and is likely not a direct response.
China is reportedly preparing to test a ballistic missile with a dummy warhead in the Pacific Ocean, with regional governments notified. The move comes shortly after Australia signed a defence treaty with Fiji, though sources suggest the missile test was planned months ago and not a direct response.
England achieved a thrilling 4-3 victory against Mexico in a World Cup classic, despite playing with 10 men for much of the second half. Elsewhere, Erling Haaland's late brace secured a win for Norway against Brazil, potentially marking Neymar's final international match. Jordan Henderson suffered an injury during England's celebrations.
