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Serbia has formally requested international assistance from both the European Union and Russia to help control intense wildfires that are threatening lives, property, and natural habitats across the country, according to Serbian officials and reports from Al Jazeera.
The Bajool explosives reserve, a secretive government-run facility in Queensland that has operated since 1913, has been approved for expansion to meet surging demand from the mining industry. The facility is one of four such reserves in the state, and the expansion signals a renewed reliance on domestically produced explosives as mining operations accelerate across Australia.
Former Sydney Roosters star Joseph Manu has signed with the PNG Chiefs, becoming the seventh player to join the expansion club as it prepares for its debut NRL season. The signing was confirmed on Saturday, marking a significant coup for the franchise as it builds its inaugural roster.
England have dropped fast bowler Brydon Carse from the squad for the second Test against Pakistan after an internal investigation into his arrest outside a Derby nightclub earlier this week. The decision comes less than 24 hours after footage emerged showing Carse in handcuffs, surrounded by police officers, with teammates Matthew Potts and former captain Ben Stokes present.
An eight-year-old girl from Ruston, Louisiana, has died after contracting a rare brain-eating amoeba, likely following a swim in Lake Claiborne, her family announced on Saturday. Lillian Smart passed away just one day after her eighth birthday, according to a public Facebook post on a page dedicated to her fight against the infection, which health officials say is typically caused by the Naegleria fowleri organism.
Luigi Mangione's surprise federal guilty plea to killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has cast serious doubt on the viability of his pending New York state murder case, as legal experts point to the state's double jeopardy protections that may bar a second prosecution for the same underlying conduct.
The community of Wildwood, Victoria, has rallied to support the family of Khaled Malas, a man who has been missing since he was allegedly shot in the area. Police are investigating the circumstances of his disappearance, with no confirmed sightings since the incident.
Anthony Albanese is facing renewed pressure from Labor and Liberal state leaders over the GST carve-up after declaring he would stick by Western Australia’s lucrative funding deal, even as Adelaide prepares for its wettest winter in more than 20 years.
Riverina Water has begun diluting water from two bores in Wagga Wagga after detecting elevated levels of PFAS – per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances – but the source of the contamination remains a mystery, the utility confirmed on Sunday.
Nearly three-quarters of metropolitan Perth voters disapprove of Woodside's proposed Browse gas project and oppose fracking in the Kimberley, according to a survey commissioned by Greenpeace, which also found strong support for policies that prioritise domestic gas supply over new export-oriented drilling.
Torquay, the Victorian seaside town in Devon whose name became synonymous with chaos and poor service thanks to the BBC sitcom Fawlty Towers, is experiencing a revival as a family-friendly destination. Long beloved by authors like Agatha Christie and praised by Romantic poets, Torquay is now attracting a new generation of visitors drawn to its beaches, mild climate, and cultural offerings, leaving the shadow of Basil Fawlty behind.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has now killed more than 3,000 people, according to new government data released Wednesday, making it the deadliest in the country's history. The milestone comes as health authorities launch a vaccination campaign and as separate outbreaks of mpox in Guinea-Bissau and diphtheria in Australia continue to spread.
Republican activist Grover Norquist has branded Australia a “loser country” over its news bargaining code and tech regulations, and also attacked the nation’s local content quotas for streaming giants such as Netflix, escalating a trans-Pacific political dispute over digital platform rules.
An opinion piece from The Hill News suggests that Virginia may be developing a national model for corrections, arguing that public safety should not be measured solely by the number of people sent to prison. The article, authored by Jeff Bennett, comes amid ongoing debates over incarceration policies and rehabilitation efforts in the state.
A new report warns the world is on the verge of a severe food shortage that will drive a fresh wave of inflation, hitting the poorest nations hardest — just as Iran’s government signals it may increase fuel prices amid soaring domestic inflation and looming US sanctions, raising fears of widespread unrest.
French President Emmanuel Macron will host Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) in Paris next week for discussions expected to focus on energy markets, regional conflicts including the war in Ukraine and the Israel–Hamas situation, and expanding bilateral economic cooperation. The visit, confirmed by the Élysée Palace on Wednesday, comes as Saudi Arabia deepens its diplomatic engagement with Western powers and as France seeks to secure energy supplies and arms deals while navigating criticism over the crown prince’s human rights record.
More than 1,900 people remain missing in Nepal after a catastrophic glacial collapse triggered flash floods that swept through the Rasuwa valley, with families in Kathmandu hospitals desperately searching survivors’ lists and posting their own photographs of loved ones alongside pictures of unidentified bodies. The family of an Australian man is among those hoping for a miracle.
The Albanese government’s plan to reserve more natural gas for the domestic market is raising hopes among manufacturers that idled factories can restart and jobs return, beginning with a petrochemical plant that has been shuttered for years. The move, which would divert supplies from export contracts to local buyers, represents a significant intervention in Australia’s energy market.
A planned trip to India by Bangladesh’s opposition leader Tarique Rahman has been stalled, according to reports from Al Jazeera, as the two countries remain deadlocked over the contentious issue of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who has been living in New Delhi since leaving office. The delay underscores the growing strain in bilateral ties and the inability of both governments to move past the question of Hasina’s status.
CrossCountry has cancelled almost all of its train services across Great Britain after a power cut at its control centre in Birmingham on Sunday, prompting the transport secretary to ask publicly owned operators to provide extra services where possible.
The football associations of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden and the Faroe Islands have publicly declared they have lost confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino, joining a growing chorus demanding reforms and his resignation as the governing body faces renewed scrutiny over transparency and governance.
Syria’s foreign minister, Asaad al-Shaibani, has publicly urged Israel to seize what he called a 'historic opportunity' for diplomacy, in a rare overture from the post-war Syrian government. The statement, reported by Al Jazeera, signals a potential recalibration of Syria’s regional stance, though analysts caution that deep mistrust and unresolved territorial disputes remain significant obstacles.
A Massachusetts judge declared a mistrial on Friday in the case of Lindsay Clancy, the 36-year-old former nurse charged with murdering her three young children, after the jury remained deadlocked following 40 hours of deliberation. The mistrial reflects a deep national divide over whether Clancy is a victim of rare postpartum psychosis or a calculated killer.
Artisanal miners in the Democratic Republic of Congo are risking exposure to the deadly Ebola virus to earn a livelihood, as economic desperation forces them to work in areas where the disease remains active, according to reports from the region.
The Australian government's National Reconstruction Fund (NRF) has committed $120 million to Built Living, a modular apartment builder, to construct a manufacturing facility outside Perth. The investment is intended to boost domestic advanced manufacturing and address housing supply shortages by producing up to 2,000 prefabricated units annually.
An explosion in Taiwan on August 23, 2026, left 13 people injured, according to reports. The incident occurred at an unspecified location, and local authorities have launched an investigation into the cause. Emergency services responded promptly, and the injured were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers will on Monday release a consultation paper aimed at reducing red tape in global warming-related financial disclosures, marking a retreat from earlier plans that had drawn criticism from business groups who now argue even the scaled-back rules remain too onerous.
An 87-year-old man with dementia has gone missing after going for a walk in the rural Western Australian town of Wagin, prompting a search by local police and State Emergency Service volunteers.
A Texas appeals court has drastically reduced the defamation damages that Infowars founder Alex Jones must pay to the family of a Sandy Hook shooting victim, cutting a $50 million award to just $1.5 million. The ruling, issued Friday by the Texas 3rd Court of Appeals, cited a state law capping punitive damages, but Jones still owes more than $1 billion in other cases arising from his conspiracy theories that the 2012 massacre was a hoax.
Far-right influencer Jake Lang was arrested Saturday after violent clashes erupted between his supporters and counter-protesters at a rally outside Minneapolis City Hall, according to authorities. The incident marks the latest in a series of confrontations involving the prominent social media figure, who has been banned from multiple platforms for hate speech.
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in an Adelaide park on Saturday to protest the planned removal of mature trees to make way for a new golf course, in the latest clash between development and conservation in South Australia.
According to reports from The Age, Sydney Morning Herald, and Brisbane Times, skyrocketing rental prices are forcing essential workers—including nurses, teachers, and police officers—out of Australia’s largest cities, leaving critical local services dangerously understaffed and undermining the viability of urban communities.
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck eastern Japan on Sunday, injuring at least 37 people and prompting authorities to assess damage across several prefectures, according to Japan's meteorological agency and local media. The quake, which hit at a depth of approximately 50 kilometers, did not trigger a tsunami warning.
Sydney Roosters forward Victor Radley left the field during today's NRL match after an awkward tackle, with early reports confirming a concussion diagnosis. The incident occurred in the second half, leaving Radley visibly unsteady as he was assisted from the ground.
Sydney Roosters winger Robert Toia electrified the crowd with a brilliant right-foot step that beat Solomone Saukuru, sparking a decisive attacking charge during Saturday's NRL match. The play, widely covered by The Age and Brisbane Times, has been hailed as a turning point in the game.
Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs winger Jeral Skelton escaped a sin bin despite committing a professional foul during Saturday's NRL match, a decision that has drawn mixed reactions from fans and analysts.
The US Food and Drug Administration has approved a new blood test for Alzheimer's disease, while a separate report reveals widespread failures in school food standards in England. Roche's Elecsys Phospho-Tau test became the fourth such blood test approved in less than two years, offering earlier diagnosis hope. Meanwhile, a report by Bite Back, a charity founded by chef Jamie Oliver, found 75 percent of English secondary schools are breaching healthy food rules, serving chips, burgers, and hash browns too often, as well as sweets and crisps at breakfast.
Ukraine's sacked Defence Minister has intensified his accusations against President Volodymyr Zelensky, alleging systemic corruption and calling for wartime elections, while a separate investigation in Australia reveals dozens of former defence officials now working as lobbyists for the industry they once regulated.
Kazakhstan's newly formed pro-government party Adilet has secured 71% of the vote in the country's parliamentary elections, according to official preliminary data released on August 24, 2026. The landslide victory, which aligns with earlier exit polls forecasting about 70%, consolidates the power of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and reinforces the dominance of the executive branch in the Central Asian nation's political landscape.
Victoria writes off more than $300 million in debt annually, significantly more than any other Australian state, as the state's total debt is projected to reach $200 billion. The issue has become a central point of contention ahead of the November 28 state election.
Irish authorities are urgently trying to curb a dangerous TikTok trend in which young men film themselves driving at extreme speeds to gain social media attention, warning that the pursuit of online popularity is putting lives at risk.
A letter written in 1847 has revealed that Sandbach, Tinne and Company, a British corporation closely linked to the merchants who received the largest taxpayer-funded compensation payouts after the abolition of slavery, continued to traffic enslaved Africans to Guyana illegally for at least 40 years after the practice was outlawed. The discovery, published in a new book, challenges the long-held narrative that Britain's slave trade ended cleanly in 1833.
Former Qantas chief executive Alan Joyce has raised concerns about Elon Musk's Starlink establishing a monopoly over in-flight Wi-Fi services, warning that the satellite internet provider's growing dominance in aviation connectivity could have significant implications for airlines and passengers alike.
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has pledged to introduce free dental care for Victorians if his Labor government is re-elected at the state election in November 2026, marking one of the more ambitious health policy commitments of the campaign.
Sydney Roosters winger Mark Nawaqanitawase has likened the intensity of Saturday night's top-of-the-table NRL showdown against the Penrith Panthers to a State of Origin match, after the defending premiers edged the Roosters in a tense, high-stakes encounter at BlueBet Stadium.
The Titans have scored a try through winger Kerri Johnson on the left wing, following a well-executed scrum play, according to multiple reports.
Lawyers for Erin Patterson, the Australian woman convicted of murdering three relatives with a poisonous mushroom meal, are seeking to overturn her convictions based on a hotel booking mix-up tied to a table tennis tournament and a throat lozenge, according to BBC News.
Campaigners have warned that the proposed expansion of Heathrow Airport could destroy England's largest surviving medieval timber-framed barn, a 600-year-old structure at Harmondsworth that they say could be 'shaken to pieces' by aircraft vibrations. The public has until 1 September to submit objections to the airport's third runway plan, which heritage groups argue poses an unacceptable risk to the Grade I listed building.