Jetstar to charge A$25-A$52 for overhead locker space from Feb, testing unbundling limits in Asia-Pacific; analysts call it 'extreme' but potentially influential for regional rivals.
Mike Lindell has stepped down as CEO of MyPillow to focus full-time on his campaign for Minnesota governor. Former company president Jim Furlong will return as CEO.
Five months into the US-Iran war, experts warn Donald Trump faces capitulation or a 'forever war' as Iran maintains its grip on the Strait of Hormuz, rejecting military pressure and continuing regional escalation.
An Antarctic cold snap brought freezing conditions, hail, and rare snowfall to New Zealand cities including Wellington and Dunedin, causing highway closures and record electricity demand.
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has defended her party's decision to allow former neo-Nazi Joshua Bonehill-Paine to stand as a councillor in Somerset, citing his rehabilitation and counter-extremism work, drawing sharp criticism from his former target, Luciana Berger.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is pushing to cut the food consumption tax from 8% to 1% for two years starting in April 2027, drawing criticism from party members and the IMF over high public debt risks.
A parliamentary inquiry into Labor's gambling legislation heard allegations that problem gamblers received cocaine and sex workers, which Sportsbet and Tabcorp denied.
New Zealand parliament passes a bill making English an official language alongside te reo Māori and sign language, drawing criticism from linguists, legal experts, and opposition MPs who call the legislation pointless and ideological.
South Korea is weighing new regulations on single-stock leveraged ETFs, including reduced leverage ratios and higher minimum investments, following steep retail losses after a market rally.
Mauricio Pochettino has re-signed with the US men's national team through the 2030 World Cup, following a successful initial spell. The decision, however, faces skepticism due to Pochettino's potential interest in club jobs, the changed nature of the USMNT's upcoming schedule, and historical struggles of second-cycle managers.
BJP leader Ramesh Bidhuri claimed that 'puncture repairers and locksmiths' outnumbered students at a recent Jantar Mantar protest against the NEET paper leak, criticizing the abusive language used against PM Modi. His remarks follow Modi's appeal to forgive young protesters who used offensive language.
Former LSU student Grand founded Giving Greek, a student-run organization that has donated over 10,000 meals from campus food waste to Baton Rouge's St Vincent de Paul homeless shelter. His efforts, recognized by Senator Bill Cassidy, also include toy drives and blanket distribution.
A former LSU student, Grand, founded Giving Greek to repurpose campus food waste. The student-run organization has donated over 10,000 meals to Baton Rouge's St Vincent de Paul homeless shelter and was recognized by US Senator Bill Cassidy for its community impact.
A former schoolboy athlete, Complainant J, testified in the Alan Jones trial, alleging the broadcaster kissed him and touched his genitalia as a teenager. J stated he feared losing Jones's financial support, which included money, a car, and a phone, if he reported the alleged indecent assaults. Jones denies all wrongdoing.
With increased life expectancy and accumulated wealth, the article advocates for gifting assets like property, investments, and cash during one's lifetime. It highlights the joy of seeing assets utilized, the simplicity of the process compared to inheritance, and tax benefits, particularly in the Indian context, while also addressing implications for inheritors abroad.
New Zealand's parliament passed a bill making English an official language, joining te reo Māori and New Zealand Sign Language. The legislation, part of a coalition deal, drew derision from linguists and legal experts, and a viral rebuke from a Māori MP who called it “pathetic.”
Dutch sprinter Lorena Wiebes claimed her second victory in the Tour de France Femmes in Geneva, extending her overall lead. Despite her success, Wiebes and her SD Worx Protime team are pursuing legal action against the UCI over her disqualification from the Giro d'Italia in May due to an underweight bike, citing a flawed weighing process.
New Orleans collects used Christmas trees, bundles them, and drops them by helicopter into coastal marshes to trap sediment and strengthen wetlands, combating Louisiana's significant land loss. This nearly 30-year program aids marsh plant growth, reduces wave energy, and provides habitat for wildlife.
Amid a challenging job market with high competition and persistent long-term unemployment, many job seekers like Dan Coda are becoming discouraged and giving up their search. Economists note a worrying downward trend in the US labor force participation rate, exacerbated by layoffs, mental health stressors, and the difficulty of securing flexible work or visa sponsorships.
JWST observations reveal perplexing "little red dots," impossibly large black holes, and unexpectedly bright galaxies in the early universe, challenging existing astrophysics. Scientists are developing new theories, including black hole stars and super-Eddington accretion, to explain these cosmic enigmas.
Three UK couples share their weekly expenses, leading to unexpected discussions about spending habits, financial priorities, and relationship dynamics.
The mother of a Noida teenager, booked for abusive remarks against PM Modi during a Jantar Mantar protest, thanked the PM for forgiving her daughter, calling it a "new lease of life." She requested the PM to "adopt" her daughter, secure her future, and withdraw the FIR, also appealing for a ban on social media for minors.
A 15-year-old girl, featured in a viral video making objectionable remarks against PM Modi, expressed immense relief and gratitude after the PM stated "misguided children" should be forgiven. She described the gesture as a "second life," apologized for her actions, and alleged receiving threats and ongoing police visits despite the PM's message.
Trump Media and Technology Group launched Truth API, a subscription service offering real-time access to Truth Social posts for up to $100,000 monthly. Critics, including Democratic senators, accuse Donald Trump, the company's largest shareholder, of market manipulation and using his office for personal benefit, prompting calls for an SEC investigation.
