The US Navy's submarine-building program — which Australia is relying on for its naval fleet — risks another slowdown due to delays awarding a critical construction contract.
A new campaign, 'Small Changes, Big Difference,' is working to improve rental accessibility for people with disabilities in Queensland. The initiative highlights the challenges faced by renters with disabilities and aims to educate property managers and owners on making modifications.
Four and a half months after the US and Iran began a war, it has reached a dangerous inflection point. Disagreements over the Strait of Hormuz and the interim deal have led to a spiral of escalation, with Iran attacking ships and the US responding, despite recent peace talks.
African health authorities state the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is the fastest-growing ever, with the WHO reporting 1,759 cases and 600 deaths. The Bundibugyo virus strain has no approved vaccine or treatment, and the outbreak is concentrated in Ituri province.
The Australian Labor party is increasing efforts to reassure the public about artificial intelligence, addressing risks like copyright and data centre resource demands. Prime Minister Albanese will outline the government's approach, acknowledging both harms and economic benefits, while the party's draft platform expands its AI policy.
Cyclone Remal's devastation in Bangladesh pushed Runa, 17, into early marriage. Climate change impacts like extreme weather events are increasingly linked to child marriages, with 12 million girls projected to become child brides this year globally.
China tested its new JL-3 submarine-launched ballistic missile, capable of reaching 10,000 km, alarming Pacific nations. This marks a significant expansion of China's nuclear arsenal and military capabilities, aiming for a modern force by 2027 and a world-class military by 2050.
