Australian PM Anthony Albanese faced controversy after a 'shag, marry, date' game on Nikki Osborne's podcast. Despite initial hesitation, he chose Kylie Minogue for all three categories, drawing criticism and highlighting the risks of engaging with new media platforms.
Analysis suggests a UK-US trade deal agreed last December will force the NHS to divert £45bn from essential services to pay for new medicines by 2036, potentially causing over 200,000 avoidable deaths. Ministers defend the deal, while health experts and campaign groups express alarm over its impact on patient care.
25 US states and DC sue Trump administration over new Medicaid work requirements, claiming they'll block eligible individuals from accessing care, especially those with disabilities or serious health conditions.
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson declared Australia should be a "monocultural society" and pledged to axe SBS and overhaul the ABC if her party wins the next federal election. She also faced a protest banner and questions about her daughter's employment.
Kyle Sandilands has settled his dispute with ARN Media for $12.09m cash and advertising support for a new venture, avoiding a costly trial. His co-host Jackie 'O' Henderson's suit remains ongoing.
Streamer IShowSpeed, born Darren Watkins Jr., has leveraged his massive online presence to become a global media phenomenon. His song "World Cup (Champions)" was added to FIFA's official album, showcasing his influence. He aims to inspire his 55 million subscribers by sharing his journey and introducing them to different cultures and sports, particularly soccer.
New Medicaid work requirements, with stricter definitions of medical frailty, could cause many sick Americans to lose health coverage. Patients like DeAnna Brandon, a blood cancer survivor, worry they won't be able to meet the new proof requirements, despite being unable to work.
Meta has criticized Australia's proposed News Bargaining Incentive (NBI), calling it "poorly designed" and "grossly unfair." The tech giant argues the plan, which would levy digital platforms to fund media outlets, insulates publishers from necessary innovation and violates trade agreements.
A new survey reveals that 95% of over 300 former federal probationary employees laid off by the Trump administration report ongoing mental health effects, with nearly half experiencing PTSD-like symptoms. Many struggle to find comparable employment, contradicting claims of better jobs and higher pay.
New media professionals in Xiangtan, Hunan, are driving rural revitalization by promoting local attractions like the Caojia'ao Waterfall through live streaming and short videos. This initiative has attracted over 70,000 tourists, generating millions in revenue and benefiting thousands of villagers.
Reform Party candidate Kang Hee-rin is focusing on new media strategies to appeal to young voters in the Daejeon mayoral election, posting policy pledges online and engaging with youth via YouTube live streams. She emphasizes being indebted only to citizens, not established political powers.
A summit in Hong Kong promoted China's new mediation body, IOMed, as a solution to regional conflicts. This comes as US-Iran peace talks stall, highlighting the limits of traditional diplomacy. China encourages global participation in its initiative.
Pfizer focuses on India for future growth, planning quick launches of new medicines at affordable prices, targeting oncology, obesity, vaccines, and specialty drugs, with India deemed a 'must-win' market.
The Trump administration has imposed a 6-month moratorium on new Medicare enrollments for hospice and home health agencies to combat systemic fraud, affecting providers nationwide while allowing existing ones to operate.
Pinki Mahawar, 30, died from post-C-section complications at NMCH, marking the fourth such death in a week, sparking outrage and investigations into safety protocols at Kota's government hospitals.
Pinki Mahawar, 30, died from post-C-section complications at NMCH, Kota, marking the fourth such death in a week, sparking outrage and investigations into safety protocols at government hospitals.
Enchanting and a little eerie, Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth is the second great game in as many years based on the classic children’s booksSleepy, happy-sad, and imbued with the mildest peril, Tove Jansson’s Moomin stories may seem an unlikely fit for the action-heavy medium of video games. Rather than embark on swashbuckling adventures, these milk-white, hippo-esque creatures prefer to potter about Moominvalley, only venturing further if the weather conditions are just right.Yet a small Norwegian video game studio, Hyper Games, is now on its second exquisitely charming Jansson adaptation. The first, 2024’s Snufkin: Melody of Moomin Valley, put players in control of the wily free spirit, Snufkin, as he dismantled overly ordered nature parks (and evaded authority-loving wardens). The latest, Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth, sees young Moomintroll wake up at night in the dead of winter. With his parents still hibernating, the creature is all alone, thrust into a cold and unfamiliar world. Continue reading...
The Prince and Princess of Wales have released a new photograph and video of Princess Charlotte to celebrate her 11th birthday. The media, captured by photographer Matt Porteous, shows the princess during the family's recent Easter holiday in Cornwall.
AstraZeneca will invest £300m in the UK, completing its Cambridge headquarters and building a digital research facility in Macclesfield. The announcement marks a U-turn after the pharma giant paused £650m in projects last year due to disillusionment with the NHS business environment. Prime Minister Keir Starmer hailed the investment as a 'major vote of confidence' in the UK economy.
Michael and Susan Dell announced a $750 million donation to the University of Texas at Austin to build a new medical centre and research campus focused on healthcare, AI and advanced computing. The donation, announced last year, brings their total contributions to UT to over $1 billion. Construction begins later this year with opening expected by 2030.
Michael and Susan Dell announce a $750 million donation to the University of Texas at Austin to build a new medical centre and research campus with AI integration. The donation brings their total contributions to the university past $1 billion, with construction beginning later this year and the facility expected to open by 2030.
Michael and Susan Dell announced a $750 million donation to the University of Texas at Austin to build a new medical centre and research campus focused on AI and advanced computing. The facility, expected to open by 2030, will include a new hospital, cancer centre, and student scholarships. With this contribution, their total donations to UT have exceeded $1 billion.
Michael and Susan Dell announced a $750 million donation to the University of Texas at Austin to build a new medical centre and research campus focused on healthcare, AI and advanced computing. Construction begins later this year with opening expected by 2030. The donation brings their total contributions to UT Austin to over $1 billion, funding a new hospital, research facility, cancer centre and student scholarships.
Michael and Susan Dell announced a $750 million donation to the University of Texas at Austin to build a new medical centre and research campus focused on healthcare, AI and advanced computing. Construction begins later this year with opening expected by 2030. The campus will include a new hospital, research facility, cancer centre and student scholarships. This brings their total UT Austin donations to over $1 billion.
