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Dolly Parton, the iconic singer, songwriter, and humanitarian whose music and philanthropy touched millions, has died. The news has prompted an overwhelming emotional response from readers and public figures worldwide, reflecting her unique status as a universally admired cultural figure.
The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), a Kurdish-led militia that has been a key US ally in the fight against ISIS, has announced its dissolution and integration into Syria's national military, marking a significant shift in the country's post-war landscape and a boost for the US-backed government in Damascus.
US President Donald Trump has vowed to hit Iran hard after American forces were targeted in the Middle East, escalating a confrontation that has already seen the US threaten secondary sanctions on countries trading with Tehran.
· 4 sourcesOpposition Leader Angus Taylor on Wednesday declared the Coalition will fight the proposed EU-Australia free trade agreement, accusing the Labor government of attempting to lock in its climate policies through the deal. The move threatens to unravel years of negotiations and sets up a major political battle over Australia's trade and climate future.
A coalition of dozens of civil society groups is calling on the UK government to significantly expand support for cycling and walking, arguing that this summer's record-breaking heatwaves and wildfires are stark reminders of the climate emergency and the urgent need to reduce transport emissions, which account for more carbon output than any other sector in the country.
A Palestinian boy was shot and wounded during an Israeli raid on a United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) centre in occupied East Jerusalem on Wednesday, according to video footage released by Al Jazeera. The incident has drawn renewed attention to the use of force by Israeli security forces in operations targeting Palestinian neighbourhoods and the vulnerability of civilians, including children, in conflict zones.
The Sudanese army's recent battlefield victories over the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have raised hopes of ending the country's devastating civil war, but analysts warn that the defeat of the common enemy may simply fragment the conflict into smaller, harder-to-control confrontations among the armed coalition that helped secure the win.
At least three Palestinians were killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza on Thursday, hours after Israel’s defence minister renewed a threat to forcibly evacuate residents from areas where kites or incendiary balloons are flown. The escalation follows a United Nations rejection of a similar ultimatum issued a day earlier.
· 2 sourcesA collection of ancient Lebanese treasures from the historic city of Byblos is currently on display in Paris, in an exhibition that highlights how modern-day conflict in the Middle East continues to endanger the cultural heritage of the region.
Former U.S. Senator Joe Manchin, who left the Democratic Party in 2024 to become an independent, is spearheading a campaign to elect more independents to Congress, supporting candidates for both the House and Senate in the 2026 midterm elections. Joined by his daughter, Manchin argues that breaking the two-party monopoly is essential to reduce gridlock and foster bipartisan cooperation.
Human remains have been discovered north-west of Melbourne in the search for Khaled Malas, the alleged victim of a shooting, Victoria Police confirmed. The discovery marks a significant development in the investigation, which has been ongoing since Malas was reported missing following a shooting incident.
· 5 sourcesDemand for elective egg freezing—known as social egg freezing—among young Australians has never been higher, but the procedures remain expensive, physically demanding and emotionally taxing, and private equity firms are increasingly investing in the sector, raising questions about costs, access and long-term outcomes.
· 3 sourcesState premiers emerged frustrated from a national cabinet meeting in Sydney on Wednesday after being told by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese that changes to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) distribution deal, particularly the special arrangement with Western Australia, will not be discussed until next year, prompting a unified push for increased federal cash transfers to address fiscal shortfalls.
· 3 sourcesA U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter crashed in Colorado on Wednesday after making an unplanned landing, military officials confirmed. The incident occurred in a rural area, and emergency crews are at the scene. No immediate details on casualties were provided.
A sophisticated software platform called Delta, which aggregates real-time battlefield data to coordinate swarms of attack drones, has emerged as one of Ukraine’s most effective tools against Russian forces, according to military analysts and Ukrainian officials. The system is credited with creating a miles-wide 'kill zone' that has significantly slowed Russian ground advances and shifted the dynamics of the conflict.
A set of handwritten notes have allegedly been discovered in the vehicle of Raelene Polymiadis, who stands accused of murder, according to reports from multiple news outlets. The discovery adds a new element to the ongoing case, though details about the content of the notes remain undisclosed at this time.
· 3 sourcesA Queensland man has been arrested in Bali following an alleged daylight rendezvous with a mystery woman in a driveway, prompting a consular response from Australian officials. The incident, which occurred on the resort island, has drawn attention from local authorities and Australian media, though specific charges remain unconfirmed.
· 3 sourcesThe prestigious Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club in Melbourne is under investigation by the Fair Work Ombudsman after allegedly underpaying its kitchen staff for a period of five years. The investigation follows complaints about wage discrepancies at the exclusive venue, known for hosting major tennis events.
· 3 sourcesA person of interest in the disappearance of Jessica Zrinski has told a coronial inquest he has no memory of the 10 hours he spent with her or what happened during that period, leaving investigators and the family searching for answers in the long-running missing persons case.
· 3 sourcesA deadly gang raid in Haiti has left at least 47 people dead and more than 50 kidnapped, according to the United Nations, as UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned the attack underscores the alarming security crisis gripping the Caribbean nation.
The latest round of U.S.-Canada trade negotiations collapsed on Tuesday, paving the way for new American tariffs that analysts say will endanger hundreds of thousands of jobs in both countries. Canadian business owners are preparing for immediate financial strain, but many citizens and politicians are rallying behind a show of economic resistance, signaling a prolonged dispute.
Global diesel prices are surging, squeezing consumers while boosting oil companies, as the war in Iran and Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries disrupt supplies of a fuel that powers trucks, farm machinery and heavy equipment, according to The New York Times.
· 2 sourcesAustralia is poised to reinstate a requirement for British backpackers on working holiday visas to undertake regional work, reversing a pandemic-era suspension that allowed free movement. The move is expected to boost labour in agriculture and tourism but has drawn concern from travellers and critics who say it reduces flexibility.
· 3 sourcesA 10-year-old boy who was allegedly punched in the head in a random attack outside police headquarters has been diagnosed with brain cancer, adding a tragic new layer to a case that has drawn widespread concern.
· 3 sourcesPolice are investigating the death of a 16-year-old girl from Sydney's Northern Beaches who was found unresponsive on Sunday, with the incident suspected to involve a choking act during sex, authorities say.
· 3 sourcesThe company responsible for the bus involved in the Hunter Valley crash, which claimed 10 lives and injured 25 others, has been sentenced more than three years after the tragedy. The decision marks the conclusion of a long legal process for the deadliest road accident in the area in decades.
· 3 sourcesQueensland Police have launched an investigation into allegations that a 16-year-old girl was raped by her carer, according to official statements. The case has drawn attention to the vulnerability of children in out-of-home care and the importance of safeguarding measures.
· 3 sourcesA truck struck a natural gas pipeline near the town of Saxon, Wisconsin, on Wednesday morning, triggering a massive leak that prompted the evacuation of nearby residents and an emergency response from local authorities. The incident, reported around 5:15 a.m., has put the rural community on alert as crews work to contain the release and prevent further risk of explosion or health hazards.
Ukraine has again targeted Wildberries, Russia’s largest online retailer, in a drone strike, marking the second such attack on the company’s infrastructure. The strike occurred on August 26, 2026, and underscores the widening scope of Ukraine’s drone campaign against Russian commercial and logistical assets.
Iran is wagering that the economic consequences of its actions — including rising oil prices and broader market disruptions — will pressure U.S. President Donald Trump to back down from confrontation, as Tehran plays a strategic 'game of chicken' with the White House, according to a report from Al Jazeera. The strategy hinges on the belief that Trump, facing domestic political headwinds and anxious about Republican midterm prospects, will ultimately blink first.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese delivered a muted address to the Business Council of Australia's annual dinner in Sydney, leaving the country's most powerful chief executives underwhelmed, according to the Australian Financial Review's Mark Di Stefano.
Former CFMEU administrator Mark Irving KC has told an inquiry that the union engaged with companies linked to organised crime as a measure to protect its members, describing the dealings as unavoidable in the construction industry.
Queensland police are investigating the alleged sexual assault of a teenage girl in residential care, an incident the state's child safety minister has described as 'heinous', shedding light again on systemic vulnerabilities in the out-of-home care system.
A teenage girl has allegedly been raped by a staff member at a state-funded residential care home west of Brisbane, in an attack Queensland's child safety minister, Amanda Camm, has called 'heinous'.
· 2 sourcesThe Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has launched investigations into two more safety incidents involving air traffic control at Sydney Airport, bringing the total number of probes to six since July 27. The latest inquiries underscore growing scrutiny of the airport's operational safety procedures amid a cluster of reported close calls.
Kiribati is considering a constitutional amendment to permanently cement its diplomatic recognition of China, a move that would prevent future governments from switching recognition back to Taiwan and further entrench Beijing's influence in the Pacific. The proposal, reported by Australian media, signals a deepening of ties between the atoll nation and China, while raising concerns about the erosion of democratic flexibility in foreign policy.
A heated debate erupted in the Northern Territory parliament on Wednesday over the government's voluntary assisted dying (VAD) bill, with backbencher Tanzil Rahman accusing his colleagues of inauthenticity and deliberately mischaracterising the debate. The clash highlights deepening divisions within the Territory government as it navigates one of the most contentious pieces of legislation in recent memory.
Western Australia's Consumer Protection Commissioner has called on clients of a modular home building company that abruptly closed its doors last week to lodge formal complaints, as authorities investigate possible insolvent trading.
· 2 sourcesA Greenacre mother has admitted to killing and butchering her husband at their family home in south-west Sydney, appearing in court on Wednesday to enter a guilty plea. The case, which has shocked the local community, is now set for sentencing as details of the killing emerge.
· 3 sourcesMediation has collapsed in the long-running dispute between former Liberal minister Linda Reynolds and the Australian government over the payment to Brittany Higgins, with Reynolds accusing the government of dragging its heels on resolving the matter.
The Western Australian government has confirmed it will appeal a Federal Court judgment ordering Fortescue Metals Group to pay a record $150.3 million in native title compensation to the Yindjibarndi people, a decision that mining magnate Andrew Forrest called a threat to the state's resources sector.
· 2 sourcesDolly Parton is being remembered as a one-of-a-kind icon by a music industry grappling with the enormous hole the country legend leaves behind, according to reports from Australian news outlets. The singer-songwriter, known for hits like 'Jolene' and '9 to 5', has died, prompting an outpouring of grief and celebration of a career that spanned over six decades.
· 3 sourcesA secret report by Basketball Australia into NBL owner Larry Kestelman has concluded he did not breach governance rules, but it also found he made ‘mistakes’ in his dealings with the sport’s governing body, according to documents released after months of secrecy.
· 3 sourcesVictoria Police are investigating whether a shooting that left a man seriously injured outside a Heidelberg West property earlier this week is linked to a Tasmanian tobacco operation, according to sources familiar with the inquiry. The incident marks the third in a string of attacks associated with the Haddara crime network, and detectives are now probing interstate connections as part of a broader crackdown on illicit tobacco trafficking.
· 6 sourcesThe Western Australian government has lodged an appeal against the May 2026 Federal Court ruling that awarded the Yindjibarndi people approximately $150 million in compensation for cultural loss, arguing the decision requires further legal clarity. The appeal, confirmed on Wednesday, marks the latest chapter in an 18-year legal battle that has become a landmark test of native title compensation laws in Australia.
· 3 sourcesA dramatic escalation in the trade war between the United States and Canada has galvanized Canadians, with thousands pledging to boycott American products and officials framing the conflict as an existential threat to national sovereignty. The Guardian received more than 2,000 responses within 12 hours after asking Canadian readers whether they planned to boycott U.S. goods, suggesting the dispute—often reduced to granular negotiations over lumber and dairy—has tapped into deeper anxieties about Canadian independence.
· 2 sourcesA teenager convicted of a “brazen and violent” carjacking committed after Victoria’s controversial “adult time for violent crime” laws took effect has become the first person sentenced under the new regime — but he will not spend a day in custody, reigniting debate over the effectiveness of the legislation.
· 3 sourcesIsraeli soldiers blocked left-wing Knesset member Ofer Cassif from reaching a Palestinian family home in the occupied West Bank on Wednesday, highlighting ongoing settler violence and military restrictions on Palestinian movement in the territory.