Fake images and false claims about Richard Wills's death are circulating on social media, prompting police to speak out about the investigation into the 65-year-old farmer's murder.
Three oil tankers were struck by projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, an incident that has heightened tensions between the US and Iran. The attacks occurred as the US revoked a license authorizing the sale of Iranian oil, complicating ongoing negotiations.
Storms in central and southern China have killed at least 17 people, injured hundreds, and forced tens of thousands to evacuate. In Guangxi, a breeding farm washed away released up to 900 snakes, while Hubei province reported 11 deaths and over 330 injuries from thunderstorms.
Storms in central and southern China have resulted in at least 17 deaths and hundreds of injuries. Tens of thousands have been evacuated, and up to 900 snakes escaped a flooded breeding farm in Guangxi. More heavy rain is forecast.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu appeared on US TV to urge President Donald Trump not to sell F-35 fighter jets to Turkey, citing "aggressive aspirations" and a potential shift in the Middle East power balance. Trump had earlier indicated consideration of lifting a ban on the sale.
Parents of a child abused by childcare worker David James are demanding urgent reforms to the out-of-hours care system. They call for mandatory CCTV, more staff, and a ban on male educators, while expressing distrust in current police and court responses.
The Country Fire Authority's leaders inadvertently revealed critical staff shortages during last summer's fatal fires due to an administrative error in a parliamentary inquiry. An initial submission detailed funding shortfalls and senior staff vacancies, which was later retracted and replaced with a slimmed-down version.
