Northern Territory Election Candidates Remain Undecided
Several independent candidates running in the Northern Territory election have not indicated whether they would support a Labour or Country-Liberal minority government, should neither side be able to govern independently. 13 seats are required to form a government, leaving the possibility of cross-benchers holding the balance of power.
Indonesia’s Incoming President to Hold Talks with Australian Officials
Indonesia’s incoming president, Sibianto Prabowo, will hold talks with Prime Minister Anthony Albany in Canberra. The talks are expected to focus on the new upgraded defence agreement between the two countries, which will facilitate easier personnel exchange and joint military exercises.
Champion Australian Racehorse Black Caviar Dies
Champion Australian racehorse Black Caviar has died following a severe bout of laminitis after giving birth to her ninth foal. Trained by Peter Moody, Black Caviar retired in 2013 after a stunning 25 wins from 25 starts, earning just shy of $8 million in prize money.
Construction Union Enters Administration Following Allegations
The construction union will enter administration for a minimum of three years following the passing of legislation by the coalition government. The move comes after allegations of corruption, criminal conduct, and bullying within parts of the union. An independent administrator will take over the CFMU’s construction division while potential life bans for union officials are […]
US Television Talk Show Host Phil Donahue Dies at 88
Phil Donahue, the pioneering US television talk show host, has passed away aged 88. Known as the ‘King of Daytime Talk’, Donahue hosted more than 6000 editions of his talk show, the Phil Donahue Show, between 1967 and 1996, introducing many elements familiar to viewers today.
Olympic Medalist Matthew Richardson Defects to Great Britain
Olympic medalist Matthew Richardson has announced he is switching nationalities to compete for Great Britain. Born in the UK and moved to Australia as a nine-year-old, Richardson won a silver in the sprint and bronze in the team sprint. Despite his success, the decision is said to have come as a surprise and is considered […]
US and Israel Work Towards Ceasefire in Gaza
The US Secretary of State reports that Israel’s Prime Minister has accepted a proposal to work towards a ceasefire in Gaza. However, the Palestinian militant group Hamas has accused the US of colluding with Israel and rejected the latest proposal, claiming Israel has added new conditions that will prolong the conflict.
Italian Divers Search for Missing British Tech Entrepreneur After Yacht Sinks
Italian divers are searching for British technology entrepreneur Mike Lynch and five other people who went missing after their super yacht sank off the coast of Sicily. One person has been confirmed dead, and the hull of the ship is about 50 metres underwater near Palermo.
Regulation Not the Sole Solution for Protecting Kids from Harmful Online Content, says ESA’s Commissioner
ESA’s decommissioner, Julie Inman Grant, argues that banning kids from social media is not the sole solution to reducing their exposure to harmful and misogynistic content online. She emphasizes the importance of bolstering preventive measures and proactively anticipating technology trends and their potential misuse.
Democratic Party Celebrates Kamala Harris’ Rise as US Presidential Candidate Amid Pro-Palestinian Protests
The Democratic Party celebrates Kamala Harris’ rise to become their US presidential candidate. The celebrations are taking place in the backdrop of pro-Palestinian protests on the streets of Chicago. The event is expected to display the party’s rediscovered confidence as recent polls show a tight race with former President Donald Trump.