The US's Indo-Pacific commander praises work to upgrade Australia's AUKUS base, but says he needs more naval firepower in the region as China rapidly expands its military.
Health Minister Bridget Archer will serve as acting Tasmanian premier for a week, a move seen as a potential trial for her leadership. This appointment, while brief, signals a strategic succession plan for Premier Jeremy Rockliff, potentially positioning Archer as his preferred successor despite internal party rivalries.
Belgium takes an early lead against the USA with a goal from Charles De Ketelaere in the 9th minute. Despite early Belgian pressure and multiple saves from USA goalkeeper Matt Freese, the USA team is looking to harness fan belief for a quarterfinal spot. Key players like Christian Pulisic express confidence in the USA's ability to compete.
Microsoft is cutting 4,800 jobs globally, impacting its Australian workforce. The layoffs are partly driven by the need to show returns on AI investments and a restructuring of the Xbox division, which will see 3,200 job cuts.
Six-time NBL MVP Bryce Cotton is embracing his Australian identity after a successful first Boomers camp and two dominant World Cup qualifier wins. Cotton, who became an Australian citizen in late 2025, scored 21 points against the Philippines and 18 against Guam, feeling more Australian than ever while representing the country.
WA Labor stalwart Paul Papalia is resigning, triggering a by-election in the safe seat of Secret Harbour. Premier Roger Cook calls the election "tough" amid surging One Nation support, while locals express concerns about cost of living, homelessness, and law enforcement. One Nation is confident, eyeing a potential preference deal with the Liberals.
Isaac Regional Council in North Queensland has withdrawn plans to restrict road trains on five key freight routes following strong opposition from farmers. The proposed changes were criticized for potentially increasing delivery times and costs for grain transport. An independent assessment of intersections is now underway.
