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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'.
The 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.
A 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.
Mediation 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.
Dolly 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.
A 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.
Victoria 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.
The 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.
A 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.
A 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.
Israeli 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.
A man has applied for bail after allegedly striking and killing a pedestrian with his car following a police chase through the streets of Ballarat, Victoria. The incident, which police say was preceded by a car chase and a threat involving a chain, has renewed debate over bail laws and road safety in regional Victoria.
The New South Wales parliamentary inquiry into antisemitism has concluded its public hearings, forcing the state government and other entities to hand over more than 550,000 documents. The inquiry, which was granted a short extension to complete its work, has acknowledged widespread community frustration and offered a rare window into government secrecy surrounding the handling of antisemitic incidents.
Leaseholders of the Spectrum Building in Dagenham, east London, are still paying mortgages on flats destroyed by a fire in 2024, two years after the blaze, because their freeholder, Arinium, went bankrupt before compensation payouts could be made. Residents like Sarah Williams, who camped overnight in 2016 to secure one of the affordable flats, face ongoing financial strain and uncertainty.
The Strait of Hormuz, long considered Iran's most potent economic lever and a pillar of its national security, is becoming a diminishing asset as Gulf states develop alternative pipelines and the United States prepares a fresh wave of sanctions, sparking a fierce internal debate in Tehran over whether to seek a negotiated settlement.
Complaints about autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) services in England have more than tripled in five years, according to new data from the NHS ombudsman, who warns of years-long waiting lists and patients spending thousands of pounds on private care as demand far outstrips capacity.
Australian inflation slowed to 3.5 percent in the year to July, down from 3.8 percent in June, but the smaller-than-anticipated decline and a steady reading of the Reserve Bank’s preferred underlying measure have left the door open for another interest rate increase, with mortgage holders facing the prospect of further repayment pain.
The Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion concluded its public hearings on Wednesday, with Commissioner Virginia Bell announcing she will delay the final report by four days to avoid clashing with commemorations of the Bondi terror attack. Bell resisted a public push to extend the inquiry's work, emphasising the importance of delivering timely recommendations.
Safety investigators have opened probes into two fresh runway incidents at Sydney Airport, raising renewed concerns about the safety of Australia's busiest air hub. The new events, which occurred in recent days, are being examined by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB), though details of the nature or severity have not yet been publicly released. The investigations add to a growing list of recent runway incidents at the airport, prompting questions about infrastructure and operational procedures.
Former Australian Test cricketer Will Pucovski has lodged a writ in the Supreme Court of Victoria, detailing a training session incident he alleges cut short his sporting career, with the claim centering on a phrase that he “deserved physical pain”.
As elective egg freezing becomes increasingly popular among young Australian women, experts warn that misleading advertising and conflicting information on social media are creating a landscape of misinformation, prompting Dr Devora Lieberman to separate fact from fiction in a new article published across multiple Australian news outlets.
Alaska's U.S. Senate race has taken an unusual twist as a long-shot candidate sharing the same name as incumbent Republican Senator Dan Sullivan has secured a spot on the November ballot, potentially siphoning votes and creating confusion among voters in a state known for ranked-choice voting.
Bernadette Wilson, a conservative media personality, has secured a place on Alaska’s ranked-choice general election ballot for governor and is urging fellow Republicans to consolidate behind the party’s top finisher in hopes of defeating Democratic and independent challengers in the November contest.
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has given his government an 'OK' report card as it nears two years in office, but civil society groups are expressing dissent through white-flag protests and the formation of a shadow cabinet, signalling deep dissatisfaction with the direction of his administration.
Iranian lawmakers are debating a proposed law that would criminalize virtually all contact with foreign media, marking what human rights groups describe as an attempt to sever Iranian society from the rest of the world. The move comes as a photojournalist has been sentenced to 15 years in prison, signaling a deepening crackdown on dissent and independent reporting.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is facing renewed scrutiny over a series of private dinners at multimillion-dollar mansions where select guests reportedly paid $10,000 each to dine with him, prompting calls from anti-corruption advocates for full transparency on who is attending and what is being discussed.
Queensland Child Safety Minister has defended the government's ongoing reforms to child protection following the alleged rape of a young girl in residential care, describing the incident as 'heinous' and reaffirming the state's commitment to addressing systemic abuse and exploitation of children in out-of-home care.
Victoria Police Chief Commissioner Mike Bush has warned that arrests are imminent for individuals who assisted 'alleged paedophile' Dezi Freeman, confirming that the original investigation that led officers to Freeman's remote hideaway in the state's High Country remains active.
At least 27 people, including four children, were killed in a rebel attack by the Sudan People's Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-N) in South Kordofan state, according to the Sudan Doctors Network, a medical group operating in conflict zones. The attack underscores the persistent violence in Sudan's civil war, now in its 16th month.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has ordered the closure of all foreign branches of Bank Melli, Iran’s largest lender, as part of an intensified American campaign to cripple Iran’s economy. The directive, announced August 26, 2026, targets a bank already buried under layers of sanctions, signaling Washington’s determination to sever Tehran’s access to international finance.
Fresh inflation data showing Australian consumer prices rose 3.5% annually in July has reignited fears that the Reserve Bank will impose a fourth interest rate hike this year, with economists describing the figures as an 'unfortunate kick in the guts' for mortgage holders. The annual headline Consumer Price Index slowed from 3.8% in June but fell well short of the 3.2% forecast, casting doubt on hopes the central bank could avoid further tightening and stay on track to hit its 2.5 per cent target.
Pakistan has suspended eight officials from the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) in Islamabad after an interim inquiry found a 'lack of fire safety protocols' contributed to a blaze that killed 14 newborn babies earlier this week, officials said Saturday. The suspended officials include hospital administrators and security personnel, according to reports. A criminal investigation has also been launched.
U.S. Capitol Police arrested a man on Tuesday after officers discovered a guillotine in the bed of an illegally parked pickup truck along East Capitol Street, near the Capitol building, the Supreme Court, and the Library of Congress. The arrest occurred on the eastern edge of the National Mall, prompting a swift law enforcement response and renewed scrutiny of security around federal landmarks.
President Trump’s endorsement proved decisive in Tuesday’s primary runoffs, as Sen. Darline Graham clinched the GOP nomination in South Carolina’s Senate race and former state Sen. Mike Mazzei secured the party’s nod for governor in Oklahoma, reinforcing the president’s continued sway within the Republican Party.
The Queensland Liberal National Party has moved to support a ban on parliamentary questions that refer to a 'high-profile man', a move that drew late-night debate on Tuesday into matters of police legal costs in a Cairns extortion case and the associated court gag order. Parliament is set to resume from early Wednesday afternoon.
Collingwood coach Craig McRae has revealed that the future of club great Scott Pendlebury remains uncertain, describing the chances of the veteran staying on as 'just 50-50', while also addressing the disappointment of missing out on Port Adelaide star Zak Butters who reportedly rejected the Magpies' advances.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reignited debate over the country’s long-standing non-aligned foreign policy after making remarks on Taiwan that analysts say could signal a tilt toward Beijing. Delivered during a recent forum, Anwar’s comments — reported by Al Jazeera on Wednesday — prompted discussion among diplomats and observers about whether Malaysia is subtly shifting its position on one of Asia’s most sensitive geopolitical flashpoints.
The U.S. military conducted lethal strikes on two suspected drug smuggling vessels in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific within a span of 24 hours this week, killing a total of six people, Southern Command announced Tuesday. The operations, described as counter-narcoterrorism actions, targeted boats traveling through established narco-trafficking routes.
Typhoon Narra has triggered widespread flooding in southern China, submerging homes and forcing the evacuation of more than 15,000 people in Chongzuo, Guangxi, where water levels surpassed a record set in 2008, as another storm system, Typhoon Saudel, tracks toward Japan and Taiwan.