Category "News" - List of latest news (873 065 results)

13:11 China lunar chief accuses US of interfering in joint space programmes

The chief designer of China's lunar exploration programme accused the United States on Wednesday of interfering in Beijing's pushes to cooperate with Europe and other foreign partners in space programmes.

13:11 Trump cuts threaten free vaccine program for kids amid measles outbreak

Dr. Ali Sherif normally gives about 50 doses of the measles vaccine to children each month at his clinic in Hobbs, New Mexico, near the Texas state line.

13:11 Google, X next targets as Europe stays tough on tech regulation

Alphabet's Google and Elon Musk's X may be the next to face fines from European regulators, as they stay tough on Big Tech despite concerns of retaliatory U.S. tariffs, according to three sources with direct knowledge of the matter.

13:08 Prince Harry makes 'veiled threat' as latest security row sparks new book fears

A royal expert suggested Prince Harry could be "plotting" a second bombshell book after the comments he made in London earlier this month.

13:08 Fears that sanctioned Russian wood is entering the UK illegally

Blood stained Russian birch wood could be entering the UK illegally.

13:02 Police probing ‘quantity of jewellery’ stolen in Co Down burglary

Police are probing the theft of a “quantity of jewellery” which was taken during a burglary in Co Down at the weekend.

12:55 New Jersey forest fire forces thousands to evacuate and temporarily closed a major highway

A wildfire burning in New Jersey has forced thousands of people to evacuate and temporarily closed a stretch of a major highway.

12:52 ‘Nepo babies should be doing stuff like this’: are rich people ruining or reviving club culture?

London’s underground dance scene is increasingly funded by inherited wealth. From Mike Ashley’s son to a Tetra Pak heir, monied promoters explain their motivations

12:52 UK peace talks on Ukraine downgraded as Marco Rubio pulls out

Planned ministerial-level talks replaced by discussions at official level amid reports of change in Kremlin stance

12:45 UK households with big gardens face huge water bill blow

Water UK wants the current fixed standing charge to be abolished amid a raft of changes the industry body is calling for.

12:45 GB News guest sparks St George's fury - being English 'nothing to be proud of'

Eamonn Holmes, presenting alongside Nana Akua, pushed back against the claim made during a discussion about the concept of national pride.

12:44 Super-rich using Grand Designs planning loophole to build mansions

A planning loophole has become a growing trend among the super-affluent to build ultra modern homes in protected areas of the British countryside, often appearing on Grand Designs.

12:44 Sandbanks developer's plans to turn garage into Airbnb rejected

Peter Mullins has tried and failed to get permission to redevelop his 19 foot-wide garage in Poole, Dorset, after buying the property for £600,000 in 2021.

12:44 TikTok tourists are besieging our beauty spots, leaving piles of waste

Masses of day trippers descending on rural beauty spots across the UK over the Easter weekend have been lambasted by locals who say they are being 'besieged'.

12:44 Ed Miliband set to U-turn and ban solar panels made by slave labour

The Energy Secretary will reportedly introduce an amendment to legislation forcing GB Energy to ensure 'slavery and human trafficking' is not part of its supply chain.

12:41 Strong 6.2-magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul

It’s one of the most powerful quakes to hit the city in recent years

12:36 The Syrian President: Any chaos in Syria will harm the whole world, not just neighboring countries

Details shortly ..

12:35 Russian Police Search Homes of ‘Undesirable’ Opposition Politicians - The Moscow Times

Russian law enforcement authorities carried out searches at the homes of four former opposition politicians in Moscow on suspicion that they have ties to an “undesirable” organization, state media reported Wednesday.

12:35 Apple fined $570 million and Meta $228 million for breach of EU law

Apple was fined 500 million euros ($570 million) on Wednesday and Meta 200 million euros, as European Union antitrust regulators handed out the first sanctions under landmark legislation aimed at curbing the power of Big Tech.

12:35 Putin says Russia lacks certain weapons despite beefing up military production

Russia's armed forces still lack certain weapons despite significantly increasing arms production last year, President Vladimir Putin told a meeting of the state Military-Industrial Commission on Wednesday.

12:35 Forget the film: Vatican is preparing for the real 'Conclave'

As the Vatican prepares for the secret meeting of cardinals who will pick a successor to Pope Francis, forget - to some extent - what you may have learned from "Conclave", last year's hit movie depicting high-level power games and backstabbing among the red-robed clerics.

12:33 A ministerial meeting was postponed in London after Ukraine rejected the American plan

The British government announced the postponement of the talks scheduled for London on Wednesday between the foreign ministers of a number of countries to discuss peace in Ukraine, after Kiev rejected Washington's plan to recognize Russia's sovereignty over the Crimea.

12:32 Bernstein says there's a buying opportunity in this fast casual food chain that can rally 40%

The firm raised its rating on the stock to outperform from market perform.

12:31 As Pope Francis lies in state, Catholics gather in Rome to say goodbye

Maria Pia Caruso travelled to Rome from her hometown in northern Italy after she learned Pope Francis had died at age 88, to say a final goodbye to a pontiff she believes brought important changes to the global Catholic Church.

12:31 Americans sour on Trump's handling of the economy, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Americans elected President Donald Trump in hopes that he would fight inflation and boost the U.S. economy, but as he approaches his 100th day in office they are giving the Republican poor marks for his handling of both, a new Reuters/Ipsos poll shows.

12:31 Exclusive: US-China fentanyl talks hang by thread amid trade war

Talks continue between the U.S. and China on tackling the fentanyl epidemic amid the bitter trade war between the world’s two largest economies, four U.S. officials familiar with the discussions told Reuters, even as American negotiators claim the Chinese are failing to negotiate in good faith.

12:30 Jay Di Vance: The United States will get out of negotiations on the completion of the Russian-Ukrainian war if Moscow and Kyiv reject Washington's plan-Meduza

The United States has developed specific proposals for the end of the war between Russia and Ukraine. Washington will come out of negotiations if Moscow and Kyiv do not agree with this plan, US Vice President Jay Di Wance said during a visit to India.

12:30 How to avoid falling victim to an insurance catch like the Ecclestones

Home insurers are now accepting as few as one in three claims to get properties fixed after fires, flooding and other issues, with rejections rising in recent years.

12:30 SAS veterans' fury at being 'unjustly hounded' over Northern Ireland

Special forces veteran Phil Campion was enraged that his comrades could be hit by future murder probes over their service. 'We're being unfairly hounded. It's insane,' he said.

12:30 Eli Lilly sues four telehealth sites selling compounded Zepbound, Mounjaro

Eli Lilly & Co. is suing four telehealth companies selling compounded versions of Lilly's weight-loss drug Zepbound and its diabetes drug Mounjaro.

12:26 Why is the US right so obsessed with the Obamas’ marriage? | Arwa Mahdawi

Conservative commentators can’t stand the idea that people they loathe can live fulfilling lives

12:26 What did Pope Francis think of JD Vance? His view was more than clear | Jan-Werner Mueller

Francis was as outspoken as could be without naming names, when he criticized Vance in his February letter to US bishops

12:26 A silent majority of the world’s people wants stronger climate action. It’s time to wake up | Mark Hertsgaard and Kyle Pope

About 89% of the public want their governments to do more to tackle the climate crisis – but don’t know they’re the majority

12:23 Clare County Council team up with Birdwatch Ireland to undertake survey on nesting Choughs

Clare County Council’s Biodiversity Office and Birdwatch Ireland are teaming up to undertake a coastal survey for nesting Chough as part of a conservation strategy.

12:21 Eagles final mock draft: We make every pick in 2025 NFL Draft, with big Round 1 surprise

Howie Roseman has always been bold in the NFL Draft. But this Round 1 move would be historic, even for him

12:20 Starmer condemned over call for trans women to use male toilets

Exclusive: A member of Labour’s ruling National Executive Committee claims Sir Keir Starmer is telling trans people to put themselves in harm’s way

12:18 Earthquake in the Sea of Marmara shakes Istanbul but no immediate reports of injuries

Turkey’s emergency management agency says an earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.2 has shaken Istanbul.

12:18 Indian-controlled Kashmir has been the scene of many violent attacks in past decades

At least 26 people were killed and more than a dozen injured after gunmen opened fire on a group of tourists in Indian-controlled Kashmir.

12:18 Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial is set for opening statements at a different #MeToo moment

Five years after Harvey Weinstein’s original #MeToo trial delivered a searing reckoning for one of Hollywood’s most powerful figures, the ex-studio boss is on trial again after an appeals court threw out his landmark rape conviction.

12:16 Tesla gets a slew of price target cuts after big earnings miss

After Tesla's first-quarter earnings miss, Wall Street analysts are wondering what's next for the electric vehicle giant.

12:15 Clare’s Phoenix House set to become student accommodation

Shannon town’s Phoenix House building is set to become student accommodation. It is hoped the building, which is attached to Shannon’s town centre, will be ready for students from September 2025 - however, this is yet to be confirmed.

12:12 Missionary nun from Co Cavan cared for Pope Francis as newborn in Argentina

A missionary nun from Co Cavan was among those who cared for Pope Francis in his earliest days in Argentina.

12:12 Balta breaks silence after learning his fate

Richmond’s Noah Balta has broken his silence, speaking publicly for the first time since he avoided jail time for assault on Tuesday.

12:10 Galway busker tells story behind viral proposal moment in city – ‘I was more nervous than he was’

A Galway busker has described how he ended up playing an important part in a couple’s proposal after a video of the moment went viral on social media.

12:10 Democratic lawmakers question Justice Department over warning to fired official

Democratic lawmakers on Wednesday pressed the U.S. Justice Department to explain its decision to dispatch armed agents to deliver a letter warning a fired employee about her planned testimony before members of Congress.

12:10 Kremlin says sides in Ukraine peace talks still need to narrow their differences

The Kremlin said on Wednesday that countries involved in peace talks around Ukraine still needed to narrow their differences and that there were "a lot of nuances" that needed to be worked out before any deal could be reached.

12:10 Tariffs may mean more US steel jobs. Will there be workers to fill them?

Thomas Reisinger commutes almost an hour-and-a-half each way for a job in a cavernous steel processing plant here.

12:06 Mohamed Salah surpasses the English Premier League stars with a new number - the seventh day

Mohamed Salah, the star of the Egyptian national team and the Liverpool club, has achieved a distinguished number in the Premier League, "Premier League", beating many of the most famous stars of the world.

12:06 Chairman of the Roads Authority: We blow up 25 million cubic meters, filling the rapid train path - the seventh day

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12:05 All-New Nissan Frontier Pro Looks Epic, Packs Plug-in Hybrid Power, But Has One Big Problem

Nissan has bowed out of the pickup truck segment in America, but the new plug-in hybrid Frontier is a looker that needs to make it stateside.

12:00 Macroom’s Briery Gap aims to become the music hub of Midwest Cork

Macroom’s Briery Gap has relaunched itself as a hub for both local and international artists to entertain the masses as one of the top spots for live music and become the “key destination point” for live music in Ireland.

11:58 Pope Francis latest: Mourners view Pontiff’s coffin at St Peter’s as thousands queue

Crowds of pilgrims are expected to flock to the Vatican for Pope Francis’ funeral on Saturday

11:56 EU slaps new fines on Apple and Meta for competition breaches

European Union watchdogs fined Apple and Meta hundreds of millions of euros Wednesday as they stepped up enforcement of the 27-nation bloc’s digital competition rules.

11:54 Gunmen kill 2 security officials assigned to protect polio workers in southwest Pakistan

Officials say gunmen have shot and killed two security officials assigned to protect polio workers in restive southwestern Pakistan.

11:54 Six whistleblower claims at asylum centres last year, as watchdog warns on lack of inspections

Six whistleblowers made allegations of possible wrongdoing in international protection centres last year, as the ombudsman for protected disclosures raised concerns about a lack of inspections of asylum seeker accommodation.

11:54 Moment Labour minister is skewered in fiery Sky News trans row

Dame Diana Johnson was grilled by Sky News anchor Wilfred Frost.

11:54 Starmer claims Labour is 'the patriotic party' on St George's Day

The Prime Minister used a celebrity reception at No10 to warn of the 'never-ending fight for our flag and what it represents'.

11:54 Hero suffers horror injuries as he stops baby being attacked by dogs

William Newbury, 22, had been dropping off gifts for a friend on Mother's Day when he was thrust into a terrifying ordeal - facing down three out-of-control Staffordshire bull terriers.

11:54 Everyone says the same thing as new Prince Louis photo released

Kensington Palace released a new photo of Prince Louis and royal fans spotted that something was missing.

11:54 Police U-turn on refusal to probe trans activists' death threat signs

A number of activists were pictured holding signs threatening violence towards 'TERFS' while taking part in Saturday's protest.

11:54 Mother's horror after 'rape gang lured her daughter into car'

Today in harrowing testimony the victim's mother wept as she told how she discovered what had happened after her daughter returned following the two-day ordeal.

11:51 Indian security forces hunt militants after 26 tourists killed in Kashmir attack

Incident apparently involving four gunmen is worst attack on civilians in India since Mumbai shootings in 2008

11:48 Prince Louis shows off missing front teeth in birthday photo

The photo was taken earlier this month by Josh Shinner in Norfolk

11:41 Chinese company announces another huge advance in EV battery technology

Chinese company announces another huge advance in EV battery technology - CATL manufactures around one-third of the world’s electric vehicle batteries and supplies 16 of the leading global automakers

11:41 Pope’s final words of thanks to nurse revealed as funeral plans begin

Pope’s final words of thanks to nurse revealed as funeral plans begin - Prince William will attend funeral at Vatican on behalf of King Charles

11:41 Love You: India did amazing, AI made of world's first release, movie has 12 songs

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now being used everywhere. AI is also eating people's jobs. Now Kannada Cinema has achieved a historical achievement. The world's first fully made by AI is 'Love You' which is director S. Narasimhamurthy directed. He has described the film as a 'digital miracle'. The most unique thing about this film ...

11:41 Lawyer wins divorce battle over payout to ex-wife - after 16 YEARS

KC Jason Galbraith-Marten, 57, and his Australian ex Catherine de Renée (pictured), have been battling in divorce courts since their two-and-a-half-year marriage failed in 2009.

11:41 Securities increased sharply after a deep decrease

After two adjustment sessions and 1,200 points, VN-Index turned nearly 14 points thanks to the large orchid force, especially the consumer and retail group.

11:41 Merging plan of ward of Ninh Binh, Nam Dinh and Ha Nam - VnExpress Newspaper

The three provinces of Ninh Binh, Nam Dinh and Ha Nam will merge and reduce from 398 communes, wards and towns to 129, new province named Ninh Binh, administrative headquarters located here.

11:40 UK seaside town dubbed 'vulgar hellhole with brown sea' getting £23m revamp

Things may be looking up for this tired looking coastal Lincolnshire town.

11:40 The English town where locals are 'too scared' to celebrate St George's Day

Locals in Essex say they feel too scared and embarrassed to celebrate St George's Day in public, but more should be done to mark the day.

11:40 Major road closed for 11 hours after horror crash leaves one dead

We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.

11:39 Adorable new picture of Prince Louis released to mark his seventh birthday today

The Prince and Princess of Wales's youngest child is celebrating his seventh birthday today.

11:37 ‘Horrible’: 30yo reveals moment investment property turned into a nightmare

Adrian Trimboli is about to purchase his eighth investment property, but he experienced an investment nightmare before he found success.

11:31 Earth is headed toward several catastrophic climate 'tipping points,' study warns

These points of no return are specific moments when the planet has warmed so much that certain effects become irreversible.

11:31 'Sadistic killer' Moises Mendoza to be executed for woman's murder in Texas. What to know

Mendoza is set to be executed by lethal injection for the murder of Rachelle O'Neil Tolleson in Farmersville, Texas on March 18, 2004.

11:31 Alabama mom rebuilding life was killed in 'twisted fantasy' by cousin, cousin's boyfriend

Tracy Lynn Wilemon was thriving after rebuilding her life following a divorce. Then her cousin and her cousin's boyfriend raped and murdered her.

11:31 Controlled explosion carried out at scene of ongoing security alert in Belfast

Police are currently at the scene of an ongoing security alert at Cavehill in north Belfast.

11:28 Warning to drivers this weekend

Drivers are being warned to stay vigilant on the roads as double demerits come back into force this weekend.

11:26 Kashmir killings shatter Modi's tourism success in troubled region

Images and videos of gunshots ringing out in a meadow, bloodied bodies lying on the ground, and people fleeing across a dry river bed have shattered Kashmir's emergence as India's new tourism hotspot.

11:22 Mediadores trabajan en propuesta de tregua en Gaza mientras ataques israelíes matan a nueve personas

DEIR AL-BALAH, Franja de Gaza (AP) — Mediadores árabes trabajaban en una propuesta para poner fin a la guerra entre Israel y Hamás que incluiría una tregua de cinco a siete años y la liberación de todos los rehenes restantes, dijeron funcionarios el miércoles.

11:22 Antisemitic incidents slow worldwide from post-Oct. 7 spike, but remain higher than before Gaza war

Antisemitic attacks around the world have increased dramatically since the war in Gaza began, but have declined slightly from a peak directly after the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attack against Israel, according to an annual report from Tel Aviv University.

11:22 Mediators work on proposal for long-term truce as Israeli strikes on Gaza kill 9

Officials say Arab mediators are working on a proposal to end the Israel-Hamas war that would include a five to seven year truce and the release of all remaining hostages.

11:22 Attacker who stabbed Salman Rushdie to be sentenced for attempted murder

Hadi Matar was convicted over 2022 attack in western New York that left author partially blinded

11:22 Homes in England and Wales with big gardens ‘should pay more for water’

Trade body calls for compulsory water meters to target high consumers such as households with pools

11:22 The global south has lost its pope. The world has lost its conscience | Nathalie Tocci

He was no liberal, but Francis embodied a spirit of international solidarity that is in alarmingly short supply, says Guardian Europe columnist Nathalie Tocci

11:19 Russia Doubles Budget for State-Sponsored ‘Youth Army’ - The Moscow Times

The Kremlin has doubled its funding in 2025 for Yunarmiya ("Youth Army"), the state-sponsored youth organization that combines ideological indoctrination with military training for children and teenagers.

11:16 Planning sought to turn Galway bar into shop

Planning has been sought to open a shop in a busy area of Galway.

11:14 Kyrgyzstan Arrests Russian Cultural Agency Employee Over Suspected Ukraine War Recruitment - The Moscow Times

Law enforcement authorities in Kyrgyzstan arrested an employee of Russia’s state-funded cultural diplomacy agency Rossotrudnichestvo and three others on charges of recruiting locals for the war in Ukraine, media reported Tuesday.

11:14 Gardaí appeal for witnesses after fire at old Galway hospital now being treated as criminal damage

Gardaí are treating the fire that broke out at St Brigid’s Hospital Campus in Ballinasloe, Co Galway, earlier this month as criminal damage and they are calling for witnesses to come forward.

11:13 Secondary teachers call for maximum of 20 class contact hours per week

Second-level teachers are calling for a maximum of 20 class contact hours per week in a bid to address concerns about “the unsustainable workload” faced by teachers.

11:13 Bottle shops to be shut across NSW on Anzac Day

New trading restrictions will be enforced across New South Wales this Anzac Day (Friday), forcing most bottle shops to be closed.

11:11 The Ukrainian delegation for peace negotiations arrived in London. But the British Foreign Ministry canceled them - Meduza

The delegation of the Ukrainian authorities arrived in London to participate in peace negotiations, said the head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andrei Yermak. In addition to him, the delegation included ministers of defense and foreign affairs of Ukraine Rustem Umarov and Andrei Sibiga.

11:04 More than 5 % of pilgrims were assigned/deployed 2 ambulances for pilgrimage services

TEHRAN - IRNA - Deputy of Hajj and pilgrimage to the Red Crescent Hajj and pilgrimage center said: To date more than 5 % of pilgrims have been medical examination and assignment, less than 5 people remain, mainly new caravans.

10:59 After half a century of literary achievement .. Tikrit mourns a great Iraqi novelist

Alsumaria News-Local Laws, today Salah al-Din Governorate called the storyteller and the Iraqi novelist Faraj Yassin, the son of the city of Tikrit, after the age of 80 and the spending of half a century of it in the literary achievement since the 1980s.

10:59 Planning means low illiteracy in Iraq

Alsumaria News - Localities The Ministry of Planning announced the establishment of a package of procedures to reduce the level of illiteracy in the country in cooperation with the competent authorities, while it revealed that the percentage decreased to 15 percent for a category of 10 years and over.

10:59 Why Zelensky swerved an American ambush in London

Marco Rubio cancelled his visit to London for ceasefire talks after it emerged Zelensky wasn’t coming - Ukraine’s president swerved an ambush, writes world affairs editor Sam Kiley

10:58 The Foreign Minister confirms Egypt's keenness to consolidate economic and trade cooperation with America - the seventh day

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration, Dr. Badr Abdel -Ati, affirmed the keenness to consolidate economic, commercial and investment cooperation between Egypt and the United States, as it is a basic pillar in the strategic partnership between the two countries.

10:58 Samir Omar: The Egyptian channels are the main reference for what is going on in the state - the seventh day

Samir Omar, head of the news sector at the United Media Services Company, said that Egypt needs stronger, faster and more accurate media.

10:58 Traffic campaigns to monitor violations in Cairo and Giza - the seventh day

The General Administration of Cairo Traffic has strengthened its presence in the streets and squares, with the spread of traffic services at the top of the axes to work to remove any traffic breakdowns, or accidents that impede the movement of cars in the streets of the capital.

10:58 The Minister of Education inspects schools in Sharkia Governorate on a surprise tour - the seventh day

The Ministry of Education and Technical Education announced that Mohamed Abdel -Latif, Minister of Education and Technical Education, suddenly toured a number of schools in Sharkia Governorate to follow up the regularity of the educational process in various stages.

10:58 The Prime Minister congratulates President El -Sisi on the anniversary of the Sinai Liberation Day - the seventh day

Dr. Mustafa Madbouly, Prime Minister, congratulated President Abdel Fattah El -Sisi, President of the Republic, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces; On the occasion of the forty -third anniversary of the Sinai Liberation Day.

10:58 The Ministry of Health continues the meetings of the Committee to follow up the reception plan of Gaza injured - the seventh day

In a move that reflects Egypt's steadfast commitment to its humanitarian and brotherly role towards the Palestinian brothers, the Ministry of Health and Population held an expanded meeting of the Committee concerned with developing a plan to receive the wounded and injured from the Gaza Strip,

10:58 An interactive meeting of the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration with 100 male and female students from Egyptian universities - the seventh day

Badr Abdel -Ati, Minister of Foreign Affairs, held an interactive meeting yesterday evening, with 100 students from various Egyptian government and private universities, including Cairo University.

10:58 Traffic bulletin .. The main road crowding in Cairo and Giza - the seventh day

The streets and squares of the governorates of Cairo, Giza and the axes link between the governorates, whether highways, desert or agricultural roads this morning, Wednesday, the emergence of a slowdown in the movement of vehicles.

10:58 Summer time application in Egypt 2025 .. Get ready to provide your hour 60 minutes - the seventh day

A few hours separate us from the date of the application of the summer time in Egypt 2025, where the summer time is applied at midnight next Friday, according to Law No. 34 of 2023, regarding the report of the summer time system.

10:57 Gardaí upgrade probe into fire that ripped through Longford home to arson investigation

Gardaí investigating the circumstances behind a fire that ripped through a house in county Longford a year ago have confirmed how those inquiries are now part of an “ongoing criminal investigation”.

10:52 Waterford shop that sold winning €4m lotto ticket revealed – ‘It’s a well-deserved lift for the community here’

The lucky Co Waterford shop that sold the winning €4m lotto ticket has been revealed.

10:47 10-year treasury yield dips after Trump backtracks plans to axe Fed chief

The 10-year Treasury declined on Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump backtracked comments he made about firing Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell.

10:47 Pope Francis’ body carried into St Peter’s Basilica

Pope Francis’s body has arrived at Saint Peter’s Basilica to lie in state before his weekend funeral after being carried past thousands of mourners in Rome.

10:46 Prince Harry to attend glitzy awards just days after major royal Easter snub

The Duke of Sussex will be heading to Beverly Hills this week to attend a prestigious awards ceremony.

10:46 ‘Very remorseful’ Hawk learns his fate

Hawthorn’s Conor Nash has been hit with a four-game ban for his sickening Easter Monday hit on Geelong star Gryan Miers.

10:44 Popular Belfast barber rushed to hospital and put into ‘medically induced coma’

A popular Belfast barber has been inundated with support after it emerged he has been hospitalised due to a medical emergency.

10:41 The strict rules of the conclave: the secret protocol for choosing the Pope's successor

From the mandatory delivery of electronic devices to the sealing of windows and the total restriction of access to the Vatican, each measure seeks to guarantee absolute insulation during the voting process

10:35 First national convention on education to be established in 30 years

Education minister Helen McEntee is to establish a national convention on education, touching on all aspects of teaching and pupil well-being.

10:31 Former Director Igor Talkov in absentia sentenced to 13 years in a colony in the case of the murder of the singer - Meduza

The Petrograd District Court of St. Petersburg found former director Igor Talkov Valery Shlyafman guilty of the murder of the singer in 1991, the United press service of the vessels of St. Petersburg said on April 23.

10:27 BP shares jump 5% as activist investor Elliott discloses 5% stake build

BP shares jumped on Wednesday after activist investor Elliott went public with a stake of more than 5% in the struggling British oil major.

10:22 Who will be the next pope? Some hints to watch for

No one knows who the world's Catholic cardinals will choose to succeed Pope Francis as the new leader of the global Catholic Church. But for those watching attentively, there are sometimes hints about who might emerge as the next pontiff.

10:21 6 Things Minimalists Never Keep on the Kitchen Counter, According to Pro Organizers

While professional organizers are all about efficiency, they also know that not every jar and gadget needs to be stored on the kitchen counter at all times. If you're wondering how to style your kitchen so it looks a bit more minimal, you're definitely going to want to streamline those countertops and only keep the essentials stored there. Below, t...

10:20 Fergie makes heartbreaking admission on cancer diagnosis in new interview

The Duchess of York gave a new interview on being diagnosed with cancer twice as she backed a campaign on teenage cancer care.

10:19 ‘Significant’: Flooding risk for holiday park

NSW SES crews are speeding to the small coastal hamlets in Lake Conjola as fears rise amid “significant” flood risks in the South Coast area.

10:11 Jenrick hints at Tory-Reform pact with promise to ‘unite the right’

Robert Jenrick said ‘one way or another’ he will end the division between Reform and the Tories on the right of British politics

10:11 Pensioner ‘assaulted’ by three teenage girls on London trains in series of attacks

Officers believe same group of teenage girls were involved in both incidents on public transport

10:09 Please, yell at kids! Five lessons I’ve learned about good parenting from around the world

I traveled from Mozambique to Finland to learn parenting hacks, and came away with the same lesson: parenting is hard everywhere, but nowhere is it as lonely as it is in the US

10:09 Extra exam time: why do so many schoolkids suddenly need it?

Every year, more pupils are granted special ‘access arrangements’ to give them a fairer chance in GCSEs, A-levels and other exams. But with more than 600,000 arrangements in England alone, can the schools keep up? And are some students gaming the system?

10:09 Pandemics, pathogens and being prepared: why the work to identify emerging threats never stops

As the UK Pandemic Sciences Network conference kicks off in Glasgow, virus expert Prof Emma Thomson says new technologies are boosting science’s ability to fight novel strains of infectious diseases

10:09 Robert Jenrick vows to ‘bring coalition together’ to prevent Tory-Reform fight

Shadow justice secretary says he wants parties to avoid competing against each other at next election, but sources deny pact

10:09 Badenoch under pressure to sack Jenrick over Reform coalition remarks – UK politics live

Shadow justice secretary told students ‘life becomes a lot harder’ if ‘the right is not united’, according to Sky

10:09 Trump live: Musk to ‘significantly’ step back from DOGE after Tesla profits plunge

Musk told investors that he would likely cut back his work for Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency to one or two days a week

10:05 Kiss focused on task with Reds

Reds mentor Les Kiss says he remains fully committed to guiding Queensland despite ongoing speculation that he’s about to be named as the man to replace Joe Schmidt as Wallabies coach.

10:02 Sakurai Yuki: "I've always wanted to get it" reporting that he has obtained a national qualification, "It's so amazing" and "I respect you" have been receiving a lot of responses

[Model Press = 2025/04/23] Actress Sakurai Yuki updated her Instagram on the 22nd. We have reported that we have obtained a national qualification. (Photo: Sakurai Yuki (C) Model Press) ◆Sakurai Yuki obtains national qualification "It's suddenly warmed up. I've been sleeping in shorts since yesterday. It's a lie, I'm in shorts all year round," Sakurai said with humor, "This is what I've always wan

10:02 Rachel Reeves 'at odds with Yvette Cooper' as she plots EU 'reset'

Brussels is pushing for a youth mobility scheme as part of a 'reset' in relations between the EU and Britain.

10:02 Tanker fire triggers 6 miles of rush-hour chaos on major UK motorway

Two lanes of the UK's busiest motorway have been closed, with fire engines on the scene,

10:02 The UK town with 821 empty homes as Reeves gobbles up tax from second homes

These worrying figures "expose the dishonesty of councils" in the war on second home owners.

10:01 AP PHOTOS: Procession begins to transfer the body of Pope Francis

VATICAN CITY (AP) — A procession to move the body of Pope Francis to St. Peter’s Basilica for three days of public mourning began Wednesday morning.

10:00 Despite progress, Los Angeles is nation's smoggiest city for 25th time in 26 years

An annual report from the American Lung Assn. showed that Los Angeles has improved its air quality but still deserves its reputation for unhealthy air.

10:00 Jon Bernthal wants to bring Broadway-caliber theater to Ojai: It's 'always been a dream of mine'

Jon Bernthal has opened a theater in Ojai, realizing a lifelong dream. He hopes to turn the community into a theater destination. "We want to put on plays that you could only see in New York or London or maybe in L.A."

10:00 Independent study charter schools are a soft spot in California's vaccine laws, data show

Online charter schools are a soft spot in California's childhood vaccine laws.

09:59 Software giant SAP’s shares surge 9.3% after first-quarter profit beat

SAP announced Wednesday that its first-quarter operating profit had risen by 58% year-on-year to hit 2.5 billion euros ($2.9 billion).

09:58 Michael O’Brien, abuse survivor and former mayor who took government to task, dies aged 92

Tributes are being paid to an abuse survivor who famously tackled the government during a live TV debate in 2009.

09:57 Ukraine Peace Talks Between Foreign Ministers In London Postponed

Top-level Ukraine peace talks that were set to take place in London have been abruptly postponed, Britain's Foreign Office said, after several top diplomats pulled out at the last minute.

09:52 ‘Horrible’: F1’s $100m gamble is failing

The prancing horse continues to trip over its own hooves.

09:51 ‘Vampire’: Anne Hathaway’s face is going viral

OPINION

09:42 Iconic Netflix show savaged by critics

The Mind Flayer has come to Broadway.

09:42 New Lewis Hamilton evidence emerges after McLaren teamwork tactic comes to light

Lewis Hamilton was the target of a clever McLaren tactic in Saudi Arabia.

09:41 Springboks captain hails ‘scary’ Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu after ‘bailing’ the Stormers out

Salmaan Moerat believes that Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu is a scary prospect.

09:34 ASX soars on tariff relief hopes

The Australian sharemarket soared on Wednesday as markets regained confidence US President Donald Trump’s tariff policy could have a less severe impact on global growth.

09:28 Moody cuts his visit to Saudi Arabia and wide campaigns for the Indian forces in Kashmir

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi cut his visit to Saudi Arabia, and returned to New Delhi this morning, Wednesday, after the bloody attack on tourists in the Jamo and Kashmir region in the part of New Delhi's control and killed and wounded dozens.

09:28 American university presidents are united against Trump's policies

In a joint statement, more than 200 university presidents accused the administration of US President Donald Trump of political intervention in higher education, uniting their ranks after Harvard University said the administration threatens its independence.

09:28 From the distance zero .. the sounds of screaming and panic and confused by the cameras of the occupation soldiers

In a rare scene, it was confident in a camera installed on the helmet of an Israeli soldier, a video clip showing moments of violent clash from the zero distance between the occupation soldiers and the resistance elements inside one of the buildings in Gaza.

09:28 The occupation is launching a massive raid campaign, arresting a liberated prisoner and sweeping the northern West Bank lands

The Israeli occupation forces launched a massive campaign of arrests in Palestinian cities and towns, while the towns of Ya`bad and Balaa stormed the armored vehicles in the northern West Bank.

09:28 A fight in the Israeli cabinet due to the war on Gaza

The Israeli media revealed today, Wednesday, a quarrel witnessed by the Israeli Cabinet meeting for political and security affairs (cabinet) on Tuesday.

09:28 UK annual borrowing exceeds forecasts by almost £15bn

Figure of £151.9bn more than £20bn higher than previous financial year, adding to pressure on Rachel Reeves

09:27 India troops beef up security in Kashmir following attack on tourists

Security has been beefed up across Indian-controlled Kashmir a day after an attack killed at least 26 people, most of them tourists, as Indian forces launched a manhunt for the perpetrators of one of the deadliest attacks in the restive Himalayan region.

09:25 Former tánaiste Frances Fitzgerald rules out Presidential bid

Former tánaiste Frances Ftizgerald has said she will not be contesting the upcoming Presidential election as she ruled herself out of seeking the Fine Gael nomination.

09:25 ‘Limitless power’: Trump’s chilling plan

Some of the most prominent legal experts in the United States, including several conservatives, have issued a fresh warning that the Trump administration is blatantly breaking the law.

09:23 Loss of great white sharks triggers domino effect down food chain, study shows


CAPE TOWN — South Africa’s False Bay was once known as a global hotspot for great white sharks. But within the span of a few years, between 2015 and 2019, this apex predator vanished from the area, leading to profound ecological changes, according to a new study. The study suggests that the disappearance of the […]

09:22 Aussies rage after alleged killer roamed free after woman's body found

Audrey Griffin's partially-submerged body was discovered in Erina Creek on the NSW Central Coast on March 24.

09:22 Tensions erupt outside inner-city polling booth

A man has been rushed to hospital after tensions erupted outside a polling booth in Sydney.

09:22 Huge crowds gather to file past the body of Pope Francis

For the next three days St Peter's Basilica will open at 7am each morning and close at midnight on Wednesday and Thursday to allow as many people as possible to file past.

09:22 UK borrowing spikes as Reeves scrambles to strike US trade deal

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has vowed to 'defend Britain's interests' as she prepares for talks with American counterpart Scott Bessant during the three-day IMF summit.

09:18 St George's Day moved to new date in huge blow to tradition

Those waking up this morning to celebrate St George's Day will be shocked to realise they have the wrong day.

09:18 Meghan Markle marks major celebration hours after William and Kate's message

The Duchess of Sussex shared a new message to mark a major celebration just hours after Prince William and Princess Kate shared their own.

09:17 China's President Xi says tariffs and trade wars hurt world economic order

Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Wednesday that tariff and trade wars undermine the legitimate rights and interests of all countries, hurt the multilateral trading system and impact the world economic order, the official Xinhua news agency reported.

09:11 More than 80% of the world’s reefs hit by bleaching after worst global event on record

An ashen pallor and an eerie stillness all that remains where there should fluttering fish and vibrant colours in the reefscape, one conservationist says

09:11 The most gripping thing I’m watching on my phone? Swedish moose migrating in real time | Claire Cohen

No music, no script, no narration, no editing – slow TV like this is exactly the balm we need these days, says journalist Claire Cohen

09:09 Moment murder victim stole luxury car

A jury has been shown the moment a man brazenly stole a luxury Mercedes from Sydney’s CBD about a month before he was shot dead in an underground carpark.

09:04 Global markets up overnight after Trump eases pressure on Fed Chairman

Asian shares mostly rose on Wednesday, with markets showing relief after President Donald Trump indicated he won't dismiss the head of the US Federal Reserve, America’s central bank.

09:01 [Korea] "Is Japan number one? "Japan-Korea manners battle" breaks out at a live performance by a popular Western music band. Korean fans call for unity on social media...While there is an unexpected "conflict" feeling, in Japan, there is a calm voice: "Th

An unexpected "Japan-Korea manners war" breaks out among audiences at the Korean performance of the world-renowned rock band ColdPlay, and unity has strengthened on social media, making it a hot topic for an unexpected Japanese-Korea showdown among Korean audiences at the "Music of the Spheres (MOTS)" performance by the world-renowned rock band ColdPlay (COLDPLAY) held in Korea from the 16th of th

09:00 Unique folding wooden table crafted by Co Wicklow Men’s Shed members is unveiled

A one-of-a-kind, handcrafted, folding wooden patio table, with matching chairs, has been unveiled by the Co Wicklow Men’s Shed members who created the unique item to be raffled off this weekend.

08:52 Among them is the fingerprint of the eye .. Education adopts new procedures with the exams of the endless grades

Alsumaria News - Localities The Ministry of Education revealed the adoption of modern technologies in the exam process for the current academic year, most notably the use of the electronic exam and the fingerprint of the eye in the ending stages exams, in order to enhance integrity and transparency.

08:52 Amid the decline in oil ... deputies evaluate the coming days, the fate of salaries and the date of the loss of control

Alsumaria News-Economy, a member of the House of Representatives, Ribwar Oman, considered today, Wednesday, that the decline in oil prices is currently not reaching the stage of danger that affects salaries, indicating that the government still controls the financial situation.

08:52 Study: The climbing of stairs contributes to the promotion of heart health!

Alsumaria News - Varieties a scientific study showed that climbing stairs instead of using elevators may be one of the simplest ways to promote health and prolong age.

08:52 The fall of a march plane loaded with missiles in Salah al -Din .. What is its story?

Alsumaria News-Oman discovered the Yathrib district in Salah al-Din Governorate, this morning, Wednesday, a drilling plane on the ground without knowing the reasons or the dependency of the plane.

08:51 Disputed Kashmir has witnessed worst attack on civilians in years, sparking fear of rising tensions

At least 26 people have been killed and 17 others wounded after gunmen opened fire on a group of tourists in Indian-controlled Kashmir, the worst assault in years targeting civilians in the restive region that has seen an anti-India rebellion for more than three decades.

08:51 Proof that taxes have been SURGING under Anthony Albanese

Australians are paying the highest level of tax in a generation, despite Labor's pledge to provide more income tax relief to lower-paid workers.

08:51 Melbourne woman opened an elevator door and walks into worst nightmare

Details of a shocking crime in Melbourne can now be revealed.

08:51 7 players outside the technical accounts of Coller in the Al -Ahly and Sun Downs match in the Champions League - the seventh day

7 players in the Al -Ahly team came out of the Swiss accounts of Marcel Koler, the technical director of the football team in the Sun Downs match in the African Champions League, and they are Ali Maaloul, Omar Al -Sai and Khaled Abdel Fattah ..

08:51 The date of the Pyramids and Orlando Pirats match in the African Champions League and the carrier channel - the seventh day

The Pyramids team continues its preparations today, Wednesday, to face Orlando Pirats in the second leg of the African Champions League.

08:49 Mixed weekend weather on the way as Met Éireann forecast change to follow next week

Patches of drizzle and mist will give way to some sunny spells and light showers later today as temperatures hit highs of 13 to 16 degrees.

08:48 Blake Lively’s ‘super shady’ move in messy feud

Blake Lively reportedly filed a “super shady” lawsuit before publicly accusing her It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni of sexual harassment in her complaint.

08:46 Russia-Ukraine war live: US and European negotiators head to London for peace talks as Russian attacks continue

David Lammy, the UK foreign secretary, will host US and European negotiators for fresh talks about Ukraine today

08:41 Global coral bleaching crisis spreads after hottest year, scientists say

More than four-fifths of the world's coral reef areas have been affected by devastating mass bleaching spurred by record-high ocean temperatures, turning many once-colourful reefs a ghostly pale hue, scientific authorities said on Wednesday.

08:40 Key hospital in central Haiti closes due to gang violence

A top hospital in Haiti is closing its doors due to worsening insecurity after gangs attacked the central city of Mirebalais, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters on Tuesday, marking another blow to the country's fragile health sector.

08:39 Twins who went viral after TV interview cash in on their global fame

Twins who went viral for speaking in unison are using their new-found popularity for good.

08:38 Update on driver accused of horror highway carjacking spree

Bradley Donald Towle, 41, is facing 15 charges including dangerous driving causing death while intoxicated after a string of alleged incidents.

08:37 Zelensky accused China of being an accomplice of Russia in the production of drones to attack Ukraine

The Ukrainian president also suggested that Moscow could have "stolen" technology to Beijing. In addition, he denounced that at least 155 Chinese would be fighting in the ranks of the Russian army

08:30 CNBC Daily Open: Trump, Bessent and Musk give markets the reassurance they need

Markets are open-minded, and often react almost instantaneously to any positive changes.

08:29 ‘Scary, risky’: Labor nuclear power move

Anthony Albanese plans to blow up the nuclear power issue as he heads into the final 10 days of the campaign as Labor plots to drive up its vote in the hope of securing a majority government.

08:25 Baghdad invites new Syrian president to a summit, sparking political division in Iraq

The official invitation extended by Iraq to new Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa to attend the upcoming Arab League summit in Baghdad has triggered sharp political divisions within Iraq.

08:25 Dialysis patients struggle to get treatment in blockaded Gaza. Officials say hundreds have died

Health officials in the Gaza Strip say more than 400 dialysis patients have died during the 18-month Israel-Hamas war because of lack of proper treatment.

08:24 New Mail podcast: The truth behind Britain's biggest domestic burgalry

Tamara Ecclestone, the daughter of racing supremo Bernie Ecclestone, was on holiday when thieves raided her heavily guarded mansion on London 's 'billionaires' row'.

08:24 I went into hospital for tests and came out paralysed two years later

A young woman's trip to the hospital for four days of tests turned into a two year battle which left her paralysed and fearing she may never be able to speak again.

08:24 Pip Edwards' P.E Nation closes Sydney flagship store

P.E Nation have announced the closure of their flagship store at The Galeries shopping centre, on George Street in Sydney's CBD.

08:24 El cuerpo del papa Francisco será velado en la basílica de San Pedro mientras los fieles lo lloran

CIUDAD DEL VATICANO (AP) — El cuerpo del papa Francisco será trasladado temprano el miércoles a la basílica de San Pedro para que los fieles católicos puedan rendir homenaje al pontífice argentino recordado por su estilo humilde, su preocupación por los pobres y sus insistentes oraciones por la paz.

08:24 Pope Francis’s body to be moved to St Peter’s Basilica to lie in state ahead of funeral – live

Francis will lie in state for three days to allow Catholic faithful to pay their final respects

08:21 Sophie Nyweide, 'Mammoth' and 'An Invisible Sign' child star, dies at 24: Reports

Former child star Sophie Nyweide, best known for her roles in the films "Mammoth" and "An Invisible Sign," reportedly died on April 14.

08:21 Texas residents get surprise Easter gift washing up on coastline — packages of cocaine dumped by panicked smugglers

Texas residents get surprise Easter gift washing up on coastline — packages of cocaine dumped by panicked smugglers - The packages were reportedly tossed into the ocean by smugglers hoping to evade capture during a drug raid

08:17 Russian drone kills 9 in Marhanets, attacks target Ukraine's civilian infrastructure, officials say

A Russian drone hit a bus carrying workers in the Ukrainian city of Marhanets early on Wednesday, killing nine people in a wave of attacks that targeted civilian infrastructure in east, south and central Ukraine, officials said.

08:16 Law firm’s payout in Andrews cyclist case

A cyclist left injured after a collision with former Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews’ car more than a decade ago has agreed to settle a lawsuit against his former law firm.

08:11 Sussexes launch 'probe' into 'hate campaign against them' claims insider

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are reportedly looking to "unearth" those who do not support them in the industry after their project were met with scathing reviews.

08:11 ‘You don’t expect your own children to do this’: Ray’s shocking tale of elder abuse and the son who stole $230,000

Experts call for redesign of financial services and improved Centrelink processes to protect older Australians from fraud

08:11 An Army of Women review – shocking story of sex-assault survivors’ fight for justice

Julie Lunde Lillesæter’s timely documentary tells the story of the courageous women whose cases of sexual assault and rape have gone unheard by the US judicial system

08:11 ‘I’ve woken up with them on my face’: Portuguese millipede infestation horrifies Wellington

Residents in the city’s south despair amid swarm of putrid-smelling arthropods that mate inside building

08:11 Sanctioned Russia and Belarusian wood being smuggled into UK, study suggests

‘Chemical fingerprint’ shows 46% of wood samples certified as sustainable did not come from labelled country of origin

08:11 Russia drone strike kills nine in wave of attacks on Ukraine’s infrastructure

Attack on city of Marhanets comes as officials were set to meet in London for ceasefire talks

08:11 ‘Damning’ audio at centre of Roberts-Smith retrial bid

An audio recording at the centre of disgraced veteran Ben Roberts-Smith’s defamation retrial bid has been deemed “shocking” and a “direct acknowledgment of unethical conduct,” a court has been told.

08:10 Tesla's Optimus humanoid robots hit by China's rare earth restrictions, says Musk

China had earlier imposed new export controls on seven rare earth elements and magnets used in everything from defense to energy to automotive technologies.

08:05 Bieber trapped in a cult, claims ex-pal

One of Justin Bieber’s longtime friends believes the singer is in a cult as his inner circle continues to shrink, according to a new report.

08:01 Pacers take 2-0 series lead as balanced attack holds off late Bucks charge in Game 2 win

Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 24 points, with Tyrese Haliburton scoring 21 in a chippy, physical game Indiana never trailed in.

08:00 ‘Musk knows’: Betting against Tesla is stupid

COMMENT: Tesla has endured a brutal start to the year, but it will bounce back.

07:52 Surprising group backing Albo

Young Australian men are bucking a world trend and are more likely to vote for Anthony Albanese.

07:51 Switzerland flexes financial muscle ahead of tariff date in Washington

Top Swiss officials will this week test whether big commitments to the U.S. can help secure relief from import tariffs, after pharma giant Roche followed its cross-town rival Novartis in announcing major investments in the United States.

07:51 Australia's conservative opposition leader Dutton pledges defence boost if elected

Australia's conservative opposition party leader Peter Dutton, trailing in polls related to the May 3 election, has pledged to boost defence spending to 3% of gross domestic product within a decade, as the Trump administration pushes allies to spend more on security.

07:51 Rev Ian Paisley’s son extends hand of Christian friendship after pope dies

The son of former First Minister Ian Paisley has extended his condolences following the death of Pope Francis.

07:51 Family of missing man issue desperate plea

Denny Smith, 40, was last seen in Mannering Park, in Lake Macquarie on the NSW North Coast, at the start of the month.

07:51 Trump considers bombshell tax hike on unlikely group of Americans

New details have emerged of closed-door discussions among high-ranking White House officials about the administration's 2025 tax legislation.

07:51 School director is accused of leading a 'makeshift child fight club'

Mary Tracy Morrison, 50, the head of the Delta Institute for the Developing Brain and the Engage program in Jonesboro, has been dubbed the 'ringleader' of the alarming scheme.

07:41 Ocean County fire: Wildfire in Lacey, Waretown grows to 8,500 acres; 3,000 evacuated

Local roads have been closed and evacuation orders both mandatory and voluntary have been put in place,

07:41 Pete Hegseth did share classified information with wife and brother despite White House’s claims, report says

Pete Hegseth did share classified information with wife and brother despite White House’s claims, report says - Defense secretary accuses media of trying ‘to slash and burn people and ruin their reputations’

07:41 Ukraine, Western countries meet on Russia war as diplomats say breakthrough unlikely

U.S., Ukrainian and European officials meet in London on Wednesday about ending Russia's war in Ukraine after warnings by U.S. President Donald Trump that Washington could walk away if there is no progress on a deal soon.

07:39 Ukraine war latest: Putin offers to halt Russian invasion along current frontline

President Volodymyr Zelensky has pushed back at idea of ceding swathes of Ukrainian territory

07:38 Nigel Farage thinks net zero is the new Brexit. Starmer can prove him wrong | Rafael Behr

Labour must deliver the green transition voters want, leaving Reform and the Tories on the side of economic decline and dictators, says Guardian columnist Rafael Behr

07:38 Mediterranean megaflood carved out hills in Sicily, study reveals

Rock deposits provide first land-based evidence of Earth’s largest flood, when water surged through strait of Gibraltar

07:38 New flats in England and Wales may soon all be commonhold. But what does it mean?

‘It’s very hands-on,’ say neighbours in a commonhold Bristol block set up 15 years ago and managed by the flat owners

07:38 ‘His time as pope was a gift we needed’ – world pays tribute to Francis

Pontiff’s compassion, dedication and humility earned him followers from beyond the Catholic church

07:38 Pilgrims begin to gather as Pope Francis set to lie in state at St Peter’s Basilica

Italy preparing for major security operation ahead of funeral on Saturday which is expected to bring a host of world leaders including Donald Trump

07:38 Southern California judge found guilty of murdering his wife in 2023

Jurors rejected Jeffrey Ferguson’s testimony that he accidentally shot his wife, convicting him of second-degree murder on April 22, prosecutors said.

07:37 Predator is dealt brutal beating by local vigilantes

A New York City man accused of attempting to commit a sick act on an elderly woman was violently beaten by a group of local vigilantes who recognized his face from surveillance footage.

07:35 Oil prices continue their new gains after new sanctions on Iran

Alsumaria News-Economy increased oil prices today, Wednesday, to continue the gains yesterday, affected by the evaluation of investors for a new round of US sanctions on Iran and the decrease in US crude stocks.

07:35 Among them are representatives from the Trump government .. 400 Iraqi and international figures and leader in a collective prayer in Erbil

Alsumaria News-Lawwhats The National Prayer Day activities were launched in Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan region, this morning, which is hoped to continue until next Friday, in the presence of a high-level presence at the local and global levels, where leaders and senior officials from different countries of the world meet in Erbil.

07:25 French President Macron brought new promises to cyclone-battered Mayotte. Residents want more

Traditional songs and dances welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron when he arrived this week on the Indian Ocean territory of Mayotte.

07:25 Pope Francis had a troubled course on dealing with clergy sexual abuse

Pope Francis had a learning curve on clergy sexual abuse, with the turning point coming in 2018. Few people could have predicted that a comment he made then, dismissing victims of Chile's most notorious pedophile, would blow up into the biggest crisis of his papacy.

07:25 Officials from Ukraine, US and UK meet in London in latest push to stop the war

Diplomats and defense chiefs from Britain, the U.S., European nations and Ukraine are due to meet in London to push for a peace deal between Moscow and Kyiv.

07:25 Pope Francis' body to lie in state in St. Peter's Basilica as the faithful mourn

Pope Francis’ body will be moved to St. Peter’s Basilica to lie in state allowing the Catholic faithful to pay their respects to the Argentine pope.

07:24 Pope Francis latest: Mourners to pay respect as Pontiff’s body arrives at St Peter’s

Crowds of pilgrims are expected to flock to the Vatican for Pope Francis’ funeral on Saturday

07:24 Woman captures 'strange' encounter in shallow water at Aussie beach

A woman captured the dramatic moment a massive shark swam into the shallow waters of a popular beach in Western Australia.

07:24 Aussie couple rattled by phone call from Commonwealth Bank

Young mother Brooke and her partner - from the UK who is now an Australian citizen - have been customers with the bank for about ten years.

07:24 Brittany Higgins' baby forced to undergo surgery in hospital

Brittany Higgins has revealed her baby is in hospital undergoing surgery.

07:24 California city in uproar over plans to shutter police station

California residents are furious over a budget proposal measure to save $1.7 million by shuttering a police station.

07:24 ‘Very afraid’: MAFs star’s bombshell claim

Married At First Sight star Ryan Donnelly says he was left “very afraid” while claiming his TV ex-wife Jacqui Burfoot “tried to destroy (his) life” with “false allegations”.

07:21 Tesla profits plummet 71% amid backlash to Musk's role with Trump administration

Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, said he would be spending less time with the Trump administration after first-quarter earnings fell short of expectations.

07:18 ‘Horrendous’: Aussies slam ANZ bank detail

An image outside a bank branch has caused uproar, with one person calling the move “horrendous”.

07:14 ‘Little angel’: Higgins’ disturbing post

Brittany Higgins has revealed her baby boy Frederick is undergoing surgery in hospital.

07:14 Ben Affleck’s ‘logic-free’ Hollywood return

If Ben Affleck’s unexpected sequel The Accountant 2 and the ultra-realistic Warfare get pulses racing, then the charming The Penguin Lessons it the perfect antidote

07:12 ‘Cult mum’ guilty of conspiring to murder late husband

A US jury has found Lori Vallow Daybell guilty of conspiring to kill her late husband Charles Vallow after she was convicted in 2023 of killing two of her own children.

07:08 ‘Most expensive in world history’: CBA stuns

While the world writhes in economic turmoil not seen in years due to Donald Trump’s protectionist agenda, something unusual is happening here in Australia.

07:07 Singapore inflation stays at 4-year lows as city-state prepares for election

Headline inflation rate was unchanged from last month at 0.9%, while core inflation fell to 0.5% from 0.6%.

07:07 Melania outfit detail sparks wild new theory

COMMENT

07:02 Reeves US talks live: Chancellor under pressure to secure Trump trade deal

The chancellor is preparing for crucial Washington talks with Donald Trump's Treasury secretary