US, UK, Australia launch joint underwater drone project by 2027

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:54:27 GMT

SINGAPORE: The United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia are working together to build unmanned underwater vehicles under their AUKUS defense agreement, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on May 30.

In a joint statement, AUKUS said these vehicles will start being delivered in 2027.

Chitkara University Launches Punjab's First IRM India Affiliate-Licensed Global Centre for Enterprise Risk Management

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:01:33 GMT

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Punjab / Chandigarh [India], June 3: In a significant step towards strengthening India's resilience and global competitiveness, the Institute of Risk Management (IRM) India Affiliate has established its third Global Centre for Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) at Chitkara University, Punjab. This development marks

KNAV Announces Follow-on Investment From NKSquared to Accelerate Global Expansion

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:00:01 GMT

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Atlanta [US] / Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 3: KNAV, a global accounting and advisory firm delivering integrated services across assurance, tax, and advisory, announced today a follow-on investment from NKSquared, the US-based investment firm of Nikhil Kamath, investor and entrepreneur.

The firm will deploy the majority of this capital toward pursuing international acquisitions to e

"Something has got to give" Cummins hints at skipping IPL next year as Australia gear up for Ashes, WC2027

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:04:00 GMT

Sydney [Australia], June 3 (ANI): Australia skipper Pat Cummins has hinted that he could skip next year's Indian Premier League (IPL) as he prepares for a long Test season and for their road to the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Cummins is back home after featuring for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the second half of their season, which ended in the eliminator. He will be aiming to freshen his legs for the next Test assignm

Careers are no longer linear. UWA's global MBA with IIMK Certificate is helping managers step into the global market

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:00:10 GMT

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New Delhi [India], June 3: The global economy today houses a highly competitive labour market. Over 52% of professionals globally are seeking new roles, yet nearly 80% feel unprepared to navigate the job market due to skills gaps and uncertainty about standing out. The same 2026 LinkedIn Research report states that professionals are changing roles and industries more frequently than ever, reflecting a move t

Iranian Drone Strike Hits Kuwait International Airport

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:10:59 GMT

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An Iranian drone strike hit Kuwait International Airport, injuring several people and leading to the suspension of air traffic,Kuwaiti officials reported on June 3.

Kuwait's Defense Ministry spokesman Brigadier General Saud Abdulaziz Al-Otaibi stated that "a number of hostile drones targeted the passenger terminal (T1)," de

US Forces Intercept Iranian Missiles, Drones

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:10:59 GMT

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US forces successfully intercepted multiple Iranian ballistic missiles and drones during incidents across the Middle East, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) has said.

In statements on June 2 and June 3, CENTCOM said that several Iranian missiles launched toward regional neighbors failed to reach their intended targets.

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Rubio: No IRGC Members Allowed In Iran World Cup Delegation

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:10:59 GMT

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that Washington will not allow individuals with ties to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) to be included in the country's delegation for the FIFA World Cup, which begins on June 11 and is being co-hosted by Canada,

One Killed In Iranian Air Strikes On Kuwait

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:10:59 GMT

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Kuwait says Iranian air attacks have left at least one person dead and several others injured, in addition to forcing the closure of Kuwait International Airport and damaging "vital installations," including diplomatic missions.

The country's Foreign Ministry said in astatementon June 3 that it condemned "the brutal and continuous Ira

Alexander Zverev, Jakub Mensik advance to French semis in straight sets

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:05:04 GMT

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Alexander Zverev defeated one of tennis' promising young hotshots in straight sets in the French Open quarterfinals. To return to the final in Paris, he'll have to oust another.

The second seed from Germany beat Spanish 27th seed Rafael Jodar 7-6 (3), 6-1, 6-3 on Tuesday at Roland Garros, while Czech 26th seed Jakub Mensik knocked out No. 28 seed Joao Fonseca of Br

"That 76 not out against NZ meant more than 127 in the semifinal": Jemimah on overcoming form slump in ICC Women's WC

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:34:07 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 2 (ANI): Indian batter Jemimah Rodrigues spoke about the most anxious she felt while batting in her life during a must-win ICC Women's World Cup campaign against New Zealand last year, adding that her half-century against White Ferns meant more to her than her century in a record-breaking chase against Australia in the semifinal.

Rodrigues, who is gunning for some incredible pe

Dutch legend Taeke Taekema joins Indian Women's Hockey Team for specialised dragflicking camp

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:58:55 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Legendary Dutch dragflicker Taeke Taekema joined the Senior Indian Women's Hockey Team for a specialised training camp focused on dragflicking and penalty-corner execution during the team's tour of Australia and New Zealand from May 26 to June 21 2026.

Taekema has been brought in to further sharpen the skills of dragflickers as the Indian team prepares for the FIH Hockey Women's

Recharge Power and Energy Decarb Launch Joint Venture Targeting Australia's PV and BESS Market

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 06:59:22 GMT

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Taipei [Taiwan], June 2: Recharge Power (7921-TW), a pioneer and market leader in Taiwan's battery energy storage systems (BESS) industry, today announced the signing of a strategic cooperation agreement with Australian energy developer Energy Decarb. The two companies will jointly develop renewable energy projects in Australia through a newly established joint venture (the JV), marking Recharge Power'

Hockey India announces squad for FIH Hockey Women's Nations Cup New Zealand 2025-26

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 06:31:37 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Hockey India on Tuesday announced the Indian Women's Team for the upcoming FIH Hockey Women's Nations Cup New Zealand 2025-26, scheduled to be held from June 15 to 21 in Auckland, New Zealand.

Salima Tete will continue to lead the side for the tournament. Savita and Bichu Devi Kharibam will provide the team with reliable and experienced options for goalkeeping. In defence, Sushil

Ellyse Perry nears historic 50-match milestone in Women's T20 World Cup

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 06:00:49 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): Australia's star all-rounder Ellyse Perry closes in on a landmark appearance in the Women's T20 World Cup as the world No. 1 side opens its campaign against South Africa in Manchester on June 13.

Veteran all-rounder Perry, who has featured in every Australian squad since the inaugural edition in 2009, is set to make history by becoming the first player to reach 50 appearances in t

Rubio Says Sanctions On Iran Won't Be Lifted To Open Hormuz

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:10:59 GMT

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that no sanctions on Iran will be lifted in exchange for Iran agreeing to open the Strait of Hormuz.

Speaking at a Senate committee hearing on June 2, Rubio said, "That's not been discussed. That's not been offered."

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US Treasury Imposes Sanctions On Iranian Crypto Exchange

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:10:59 GMT

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Amid uncertainty over weeks of negotiations between Washington and Tehran, the US Treasury has made a major new sanctions announcement targeting Irans largest crypto exchange, Nobitex.

In a statement on June 2 it said Nobitex and three other digital exchanges were being hit. It said Nobitex was a conduit for transactions

Kapil Dev hails India-Australia ties at 'Manobal' event; Richard Marles applauds KHUSHII foundation's work

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:02:37 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer Kapil Dev hailed the relationship between India and Australia, commending both governments for fostering closer relations, while Australia's Deputy Prime Minister & Minister for Defence, Richard Marles, praised the KHUSHII (Kinship for Humanitarian Social and Holistic Intervention in India) organisation's impactful work.

Both Kapil Dev and Richard Marle

"Virat Kohli is a huge name in Australia": Deputy PM Richard Marles

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:59:02 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles on Monday said that Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli is 'a huge name in Australia,' while praising the strong ties between the two nations.

Marles also expressed his admiration for Indian cricket legend Kapil Dev and highlighted the strong relationship between India and Australia during his participation in th

RCB's IPL triumph reflects India-Australia partnership, says Australian Deputy PM Richard Marles

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 09:59:06 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles on Monday highlighted the strong sporting and cultural ties between Australia and India, pointing to Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) Indian Premier League (IPL) title win.

He praised RCB's batting heavyweight Virat Kohli's match-winning innings and noted the contributions of Australian players Josh Hazlewood

Australian Deputy PM Richard Marles says that India-Australia defence ties are "at a high-water mark"

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 08:02:15 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles on Monday said that India and Australia have 'never been more strategically aligned' and in terms of defence ties are 'at a high-water mark' during the bilateral talks with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh ahead of the second India-Australia Defence Ministers' Dialogue.

Speaking during the bilateral talks in the c

Italy's Cristian Volpato switches eligibility, named to Australia's World Cup roster

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:40:31 GMT

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Four years after declining an invitation to play for Australia, midfielder Cristian Volpato was named to the country's roster Sunday night for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Volpato, 22, was born in Camperdown, New South Wales, Australia, but is a dual citizen of Australia and Italy. Having played for Italy's junior national teams since 2022, Volpato changed his national el

"They have been unbelievable": Padikkal lauds team's bowling lineup as RCB carry out successful IPL title defence

Sun, 31 May 2026 21:58:56 GMT

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 1 (ANI): Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batter Devdutt Padikkal hailed the team's bowling lineup after the side clinched their second consecutive Indian Premier League (IPL) title by defeating Gujarat Titans (GT) by five wickets in the final of the 2026 season, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

RCB's bowling has been one of the biggest reasons for their 2026

"Feels superb": Rajat Patidar after leading RCB to back-to-back IPL titles

Sun, 31 May 2026 20:32:31 GMT

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 1 (ANI): The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Rajat Patidar expressed delight, saying he 'feels superb' after leading the side to their second consecutive Indian Premier League (IPL) title win as they defeated Gujarat Titans (GT) by five wickets in the final of the 2026 season, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

RCB became only the third side after Chen

India strengthens defence ties with New Zealand, Singapore on sidelines of Shangri-La Dialogue

Sun, 31 May 2026 09:00:36 GMT

Singapore, May 31 (ANI): India on Sunday held high-level defence engagements with New Zealand and Singapore on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue 2026 in Singapore, focusing on deepening strategic cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.

In a post on X by the Ministry of Defence, it was stated that the Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh 'held productive interactions with Defence Minister of New Zealand Ch

Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh holds talks with Dutch military chief on defence cooperation at Shangri-La Dialogue

Sat, 30 May 2026 16:33:54 GMT

Singapore, May 30 (ANI): Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Saturday held bilateral discussions with the Chief of Defence of the Netherlands, General Onno Eichelsheim, on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, focusing on enhancing defence cooperation between the two countries.

According to the Ministry of Defence, the discussions focused on expanding military exchange programmes and bilatera

China Sports Weekly (5.24-5.30)

Sat, 30 May 2026 09:45:18 GMT

BEIJING, May 30 (Xinhua) -- Here are the latest Chinese sports headlines from the past week:

1. China's Wang Xiyu reaches French Open last 16 for first time

China's Wang Xiyu advanced to the last 16 of the French Open women's singles for the first time in her career with a 6-3, 7-5 victory over Ukraine's Yuliia Starodubtseva on May 29.

The 25-year-old Wang is the only player from Chin

India expands defence diplomacy with Netherlands, Australia and EU on sidelines of Shangri-La Dialogue

Sat, 30 May 2026 07:00:49 GMT

Singapore, May 30 (ANI): India on Saturday continued its high-level defence engagements on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, with Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh holding separate bilateral meetings with senior counterparts from the Netherlands, Australia and EU.

The discussions underscored India's focus on strengthening defence cooperation, military interoperability, and defence industr

Top Five Sack Artists in Bucs History

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The five careers that have produced the most sacks for the Buccaneers are spread out over almost the entirety of franchise history, with two Hall of Famers closely bunched at the top of the list

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The 2025 season was the 50th campaign for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the league's 27th franchise that began play in 1976. We marked the occasion with a deep dive into that rich half-century of history,

Why are state and federal governments driving the koala to extinction

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:15:00 GMT

Australias state and federal governments are committing crimes against nature in consistently refusing to listen to a deeply concerned public, the scientific community and conservation organisations, writesSue Arnold.

ARE WE DEALING WITHpolitical environmental vandalism?

This is a question hundreds of thousands of concerned Australians are asking as community after community holds demonstrations, writes end

Royal Commission under fire for excluding Palestinian perspectives

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:00:00 GMT

The Royal Commission into Antisemitism has sparked debate over free speech, protest rights and the place of Palestinian perspectives in public discourse, writesLyn Bender.

IS CONCERN for Palestine and the Palestinian people the newMcCarthyism?

Named for the Republican Senator who spearheaded (literally) the hunting down of suspected communist infiltrators and sympathisers, within the film industry, educatio

Beyond Reason Lies the Geopolitics of Impunity

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 01:12:02 GMT

The United States, China, Russia, Israel, the EU, India, Pakistan and the planet where shame no longer stops threats of war and bombings.

The world is not entering a new orderly Cold War, with clean maps and academic speeches. It is entering a more brutal age, where the great actors have discovered that they can bomb, blockade, sanction, invade, occupy, displace and militarize without paying a co

Beast: Australia's first MMA film, starring Russell Crowe, is cheesy yet oddly comforting

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:16:23 GMT

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For a nation obsessed with professional sport, there is a surprising dearth of Aussie sports films. There have been, of course, a handful of memorable ones: The Club (1980), The Coolangatta Gold (1984) and, more recently, The Final Winter (2007).

But apart from the low-budget 2024 film Life After Fighting - understandabl

Australia opposes Israeli escalation in Lebanon: FM

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:15:38 GMT

MELBOURNE, June 3 (Xinhua) -- Australia opposes Israel's escalation in Lebanon and believes a ceasefire in the Middle East must include Lebanon, Foreign Minister Penny Wong said on Wednesday.

Speaking to the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, Wong said Canberra's position is clear and opposes escalation, adding that the ceasefire "from the beginning should have applied to Lebanon."

"We oppose Israel's e

Study links alcohol to overeating of ultra-processed foods

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:15:10 GMT

SYDNEY, June 3 (Xinhua) -- Alcohol can trigger biological pathways that drive people to overconsume savory ultra-processed foods, potentially contributing to excess energy intake and weight gain, an Australian study shows.

The study, published in Obesity Reviews, found that alcohol increases levels of the hormone FGF21, which is linked to protein appetite and a preference for salty, umami flavors, said a stateme

See a new map of the universe's magnetic fields - the largest and most detailed ever made

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:33:54 GMT

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Magnetic fields are a fundamental part of the universe. They govern how small particles - the building blocks of planets, stars, and ultimately galaxies - move through space.

We still don't know how magnetic fields came to exist in the universe, but we do know they're everywhere. Earth itself has a magnetic field that co

Xinhua Headlines: China's shipping resilience underpins global supply chain confidence

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:15:26 GMT

by Xinhua writers Li Kun and Song Rui

TIANJIN, June 3 (Xinhua) -- As the international shipping industry faces rising unilateralism and protectionism, as well as geopolitical tensions, an expo in northern China has drawn over 400 exhibitors from home and abroad to explore ways to fortify global logistics, supply and industrial chains.

Running from Tuesday to Friday in the port city of Tianjin, the Fourth

Australian EV sales hit record high

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 03:15:09 GMT

CANBERRA, June 3 (Xinhua) -- Electric vehicle (EV) sales in Australia hit a new record high in May, new data has revealed.

Monthly sales data released by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) on Wednesday showed that battery EVs accounted for 20 percent of all new vehicle sales nationwide in May, up from the previous record of 16.4 percent set in April.

Including hybrid and plug-in hybrid ve

Australian GDP growth slows to 0.3 pct in Q1

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 03:15:04 GMT

CANBERRA, June 3 (Xinhua) -- Australia's rate of economic growth fell to 0.3 percent in the first quarter of 2026, according to official data released on Wednesday.

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) revealed that Australia's gross domestic product (GDP) rose by 0.3 percent in the three months to the end of March, down from 0.9 percent in the preceding fourth quarter of 2025.

On an annual basis, it

Australia's economy slows as households tighten their belts, while AI investment surges

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:03:43 GMT

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Australia's economy grew by 0.3% in the first three months of 2026, slowing from 0.9% growth at the end of 2025, according to the latest Australian Bureau of Statistics figur

How flu overtook COVID as Australia's deadliest respiratory virus

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:40:15 GMT

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Many Australians have stopped worrying about respiratory viruses. The pandemic has passed and attention has shifted. COVID no longer dominates the headlines, and influenza is often dismissed as a routine winter illness.

But the

Australia imposes sanctions on Israeli settlers in West Bank

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 02:15:04 GMT

CANBERRA, June 2 (Xinhua) -- The Australian government on Tuesday imposed sanctions on three Israeli individuals and four entities in response to escalating settler violence against Palestinians in the West Bank.

Announcing the sanctions in a statement, Penny Wong, Australia's Minister for Foreign Affairs, said settler violence against Palestinians in the West Bank undermines Israel's security and its standing i

Australian population hits 28 mln

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 01:15:06 GMT

CANBERRA, June 2 (Xinhua) -- Australia's population reached 28 million on Tuesday, according to the national statistics bureau.

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) estimated, based on growth trends, that the national population hit 28 million around 6 a.m. Australian Eastern Standard Time on Tuesday, two years after the population surpassed 27 million people in 2024.

According to the ABS, on average

Almost 3 million workers will get a 4.75% pay rise in July. But wages can't catch up with inflation

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:03:55 GMT

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Almost 2.8 million of Australia's lowest-paid workers will get a 4.75% pay rise from July 1 this year, after the latest Fair Work Commission annual decision on award wages.

Around 100,000 of those workers - the very lowest paid workers on entry le

China services trade fair to debut support zone for firms expanding overseas

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:19:39 GMT

BEIJING, June 1 (Xinhua) -- China's flagship services trade fair will add a dedicated area this year for companies seeking support in expanding overseas, Beijing authorities said on Monday.

The 2026 China International Fair for Trade in Services, or CIFTIS, will for the first time set up a promotion and roadshow zone for overseas-expansion services, bringing together providers in finance, law, accounting, intell

Three hours of free power a day sounds good - but is Australia's scheme fair?

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:59:25 GMT

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From July 1, many Australians can choose something that once sounded absurd: free electricity in the middle of the day. The federal government's opt-in Solar Sharer Offer will give three hours of free power to households with smart meters in New South

Researchers develop nanoparticle "delivery vehicle" for lung cancer drugs

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:45:20 GMT

CANBERRA, June 1 (Xinhua) -- Researchers in Australia have developed a nanoparticle "delivery vehicle" that could significantly improve lung cancer treatment by increasing drug effectiveness while reducing side effects.

The researchers found the hybrid nanoparticles boosted the bioavailability of a lung cancer drug by more than 30-fold in preclinical testing, while helping reduce exposure to healthy organs, said

Expert in Australia warns of global cancer workforce shortfall by 2050

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 09:15:06 GMT

MELBOURNE, June 1 (Xinhua) -- A global report has warned of a looming global shortfall of nearly 100 million cancer care workers by 2050, as rising case numbers threaten to overwhelm health systems worldwide.

Professor Andrew Scott of Australia's Olivia Newton-John Cancer Research Institute, a co-author of a new Lancet Oncology Commission report, said in a statement on Monday that urgent investment in workforce

Volpato in as Australia unveils FIFA World Cup squad

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:29:06 GMT

SYDNEY, June 1 (Xinhua) -- Football Australia on Monday announced the Socceroos' final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, featuring 17 potential World Cup debutants and two uncapped players.

Included in the squad is Italy-based attacking playmaker Cristian Volpato, who has switched his international allegiance from Italy to Australia and is set to make his senior international debut at the World Cup.

Volp

Australia's spent billions on renewable gases, with little to show. This is how to do it properly

Sun, 31 May 2026 21:57:01 GMT

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Australia's biggest industrial gas users pump out about 5% of our greenhouse gas emissions. To have any chance of reaching our emissions targets, Australia need to reduce its heavy reliance on fossil gas.

But

Are our cars spying on us? A cybersecurity expert explains how to stay safe

Sun, 31 May 2026 21:17:18 GMT

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Australia's spy agency issued a stark warning to politicians and public servants last week: do not discuss sensitive or classified information in vehicles.

Speaking at senate estimates, ASIO Deputy Director-General Lisa Alonso Love Share article

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Last year, we noted early signs of recovery in Australia's high country, following the reduction of feral horse numbers.

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Australia's housing policy has come a long way over the past year, as the Albanese government tries to help more people buy their first home.

Last October, the federal government expanded its

Researchers in Australia develop blood test to detect concussion in older adults

Sun, 31 May 2026 10:15:11 GMT

MELBOURNE, May 31 (Xinhua) -- Researchers in Australia have developed a blood test that could help diagnose concussion in people aged over 60, a group at highest risk of serious outcomes from head injuries.

The study found that levels of a protein known as glial fibrillary acidic protein (GFAP) in blood plasma were elevated in patients aged 60 to 84 who had sustained a concussion, said a statement released Satur

French Open: Defending champion Gauff exits as Sabalenka, Osaka advance to last 16

Sun, 31 May 2026 02:18:39 GMT

PARIS, May 30 (Xinhua) -- Reigning champion Coco Gauff's French Open title defense ended in the third round on Saturday, while top seed Aryna Sabalenka and four-time major winner Naomi Osaka both secured victories to set up a highly anticipated round-of-16 clash.

The 22-year-old fourth seed Gauff was eliminated by 28th-seeded Anastasia Potapova 4-6, 7-6 (1), 6-4. Gauff conceded the crucial 10th game of the final

Australian grand final of 19th Chinese proficiency competition for foreign secondary school students held in Canberra

Sun, 31 May 2026 01:45:15 GMT

CANBERRA, May 31 (Xinhua) -- The Australian grand final of the 19th "Chinese Bridge" Chinese proficiency competition for foreign secondary school students was held in Canberra on Saturday, where 10 finalists gathered from five divisions nationally showcased their language skills and talent.

Chinese Ambassador to Australia Xiao Qian and representatives of the Australian Capital Territory government attended the o

1 dead in resort apartment fire on Australia's Gold Coast

Sat, 30 May 2026 10:45:12 GMT

SYDNEY, May 30 (Xinhua) -- One person died following a fire in a resort apartment in Broadbeach on Australia's Gold Coast on Saturday.

The Queensland Police Service said in a statement that police and emergency services were called to an address on Surf Parade following reports of smoke coming from a unit at around 11 a.m. local time.

Upon arrival, they found the unit fully engulfed in flames and extingui

Houston Police Department logs highest officer headcount in 20 years following $1B in raises

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:13:53 GMT

Houston Police Department logs highest officer headcount in 20 years following $1B in raises

Video- Woman points gun at civilians, officers inside Scottsdale Police lobby before shooting

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:13:48 GMT

Video- Woman points gun at civilians, officers inside Scottsdale Police lobby before shooting

Bodycam shows man stab Aurora officer in head before fatal police shooting

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:08:03 GMT

Bodycam shows man stab Aurora officer in head before fatal police shooting

Boston weighs $3M budget cut for police, transferring funds to equity programs

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:06:54 GMT

Boston weighs $3M budget cut for police, transferring funds to equity programs

NYPD investigating after groups of people spotted descending into sewers on multiple occasions

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:05:31 GMT

NYPD investigating after groups of people spotted descending into sewers on multiple occasions

Frey selects Minneapolis Police veteran as interim chief

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:05:12 GMT

Frey selects Minneapolis Police veteran as interim chief

Bakersfield Chase Bank hostage situation ended by FBI

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:03:19 GMT

Bakersfield Chase Bank hostage situation ended by FBI

Trump says Netanyahu 'turned his Troops around' after he asked Israel not to bomb Beirut

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:04:06 GMT

Trump says Netanyahu 'turned his Troops around' after he asked Israel not to bomb Beirut

Navium Unveils AI Cargo Insurance Plan

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:02:39 GMT

Navium Unveils AI Cargo Insurance Plan

Chinese cargo plane flies to North Korea amid reports of imminent Xi visit

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:02:16 GMT

Chinese cargo plane flies to North Korea amid reports of imminent Xi visit

Its a relief Im irrelevant!- Rufus Norris on life after the National Theatre - Theatre

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:07:14 GMT

Its a relief Im irrelevant!- Rufus Norris on life after the National Theatre - Theatre

Lloyds customers unable to make payments due to IT glitch - Lloyds Banking Group

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:06:51 GMT

Lloyds customers unable to make payments due to IT glitch - Lloyds Banking Group

Three Royal Navy members killed in Devon helicopter crash - Royal Navy

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:05:43 GMT

Three Royal Navy members killed in Devon helicopter crash - Royal Navy

Community theatre group celebrates 10 years in Ammanford

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:35:46 GMT

Community theatre group celebrates 10 years in Ammanford

More trains are running on time in Wales says watchdog

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:34:50 GMT

More trains are running on time in Wales says watchdog

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US, UK, Australia launch joint underwater drone project by 2027

Chitkara University Launches Punjab's First IRM India Affiliate-Licensed Global Centre for Enterprise Risk Management

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"Something has got to give" Cummins hints at skipping IPL next year as Australia gear up for Ashes, WC2027

Careers are no longer linear. UWA's global MBA with IIMK Certificate is helping managers step into the global market

Iranian Drone Strike Hits Kuwait International Airport

Iranian Drone Strike Hits Kuwait International Airport

US Forces Intercept Iranian Missiles, Drones

US Forces Intercept Iranian Missiles, Drones

Rubio: No IRGC Members Allowed In Iran World Cup Delegation

Rubio: US Will Not Allow IRGC-Linked Members In Iran World Cup Delegation

One Killed In Iranian Air Strikes On Kuwait

One Killed In Iranian Air Strikes On Kuwait

Alexander Zverev, Jakub Mensik advance to French semis in straight sets

"That 76 not out against NZ meant more than 127 in the semifinal": Jemimah on overcoming form slump in ICC Women's WC

Dutch legend Taeke Taekema joins Indian Women's Hockey Team for specialised dragflicking camp

Recharge Power and Energy Decarb Launch Joint Venture Targeting Australia's PV and BESS Market

Hockey India announces squad for FIH Hockey Women's Nations Cup New Zealand 2025-26

Ellyse Perry nears historic 50-match milestone in Women's T20 World Cup

Rubio Says Sanctions On Iran Won't Be Lifted To Open Hormuz

Rubio Says Sanctions On Iran Won't Be Lifted To Open Hormuz

US Treasury Imposes Sanctions On Iranian Crypto Exchange

US Treasury Imposes Sanctions On Iranian Crypto Exchange

Kapil Dev hails India-Australia ties at 'Manobal' event; Richard Marles applauds KHUSHII foundation's work

"Virat Kohli is a huge name in Australia": Deputy PM Richard Marles

RCB's IPL triumph reflects India-Australia partnership, says Australian Deputy PM Richard Marles

Australian Deputy PM Richard Marles says that India-Australia defence ties are "at a high-water mark"

Italy's Cristian Volpato switches eligibility, named to Australia's World Cup roster

"They have been unbelievable": Padikkal lauds team's bowling lineup as RCB carry out successful IPL title defence

"Feels superb": Rajat Patidar after leading RCB to back-to-back IPL titles

India strengthens defence ties with New Zealand, Singapore on sidelines of Shangri-La Dialogue

Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh holds talks with Dutch military chief on defence cooperation at Shangri-La Dialogue

China Sports Weekly (5.24-5.30)

India expands defence diplomacy with Netherlands, Australia and EU on sidelines of Shangri-La Dialogue

Top Five Sack Artists in Bucs History

The five careers that have produced the most sacks for the Buccaneers are spread out over almost the entirety of franchise history, with two Hall of Famers closely bunched at the top of the list

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Royal Commission under fire for excluding Palestinian perspectives

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