Tomorrow will mark a historic day for an outback WA community as the Federal Court decides how much compensation it is due after Andrew Forrest's FMG mined its land without permission.
NATO leaders announced arms deals worth approximately $72 billion at a summit in Türkiye, signaling increased defense spending in Europe. US President Donald Trump agreed to lift sanctions on Türkiye and expressed willingness to sell F-35 jets, but also voiced disappointment with allies' support for the US war with Iran.
Argentina staged a dramatic comeback, scoring three goals in the final 11 minutes to defeat Egypt 3-2 in a thrilling World Cup quarterfinal match in Atlanta. Lionel Messi was instrumental, scoring a goal and setting up another, while Enzo Fernández netted the winner in stoppage time.
Queensland's government is projected to collect nearly $5 billion annually from land tax by 2029-30, a significant increase from current figures. The tax, which applies to investment properties exceeding a $600,000 threshold, was previously criticized by Premier David Crisafulli as affecting "humble" investors.
Queensland hosts New South Wales in a winner-takes-all Game III of the State of Origin series at Lang Park. The Maroons aim to leverage their historical advantage at home against the Blues, who have a mixed record in Brisbane deciders.
Employees of Sydney-based branding agency For The People found their office locked due to unpaid rent. A liquidator's report suggests the director, Chris Billing, operated the company while insolvent for years, potentially engaging in illegal 'phoenix trading' by transferring business to a new entity to avoid debts totaling nearly $5 million to the ATO and $8 million to creditors.
Angus Pitman, a promising junior footballer, was forced to quit the sport after eight concussions by age 16. He has since found a new passion in rowing and aims to compete professionally, while concerns about concussion protocols in Australian Rules Football persist.
