Thai King Appoints Shinawatra Heiress As New PM
The Thai king on Sunday formally appointed Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the 37-year-old daughter of controversial billionaire ex-premier Thaksin, as Thailand's new prime minister.
Deadly Israeli Strikes As Mediators Push Gaza Truce
Deadly Israeli strikes hit Lebanon and Gaza on Saturday as the US secretary of state headed back to Israel aiming to finalise a Gaza truce agreement, which diplomats say could help avert a wider regional conflagration.
Meta Fends Off AI-aided Deception As US Election Nears
Russia is putting generative artificial intelligence to work in online deception campaigns, but its efforts have been unsuccessful, according to a Meta security report released Thursday.
Sudan Negotiators Working Phones To Engage Both Sides: US Envoy
Though the Sudanese army is still staying away from ceasefire talks in Switzerland, the US envoy convening the negotiations told AFP they were nonetheless in daily contact -- and making progress on humanitarian aid.
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Harris To Unveil Plan For US Economy In Major Policy Rollout
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Australia, New Zealand Pledge Unified Defense Against Major Cyberattacks In ANZUS Partnership Talks
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Ukraine, Russia Both Claim Advances In Kursk Region
Ukraine has claimed fresh advances in its offensive into Russia, saying on Thursday it seized over 1,100 square kilometres in the biggest attack by a foreign army on Russian soil since World War II.
Ukraine said it now controlled dozens of settlements and Sudzha, a town eight kilometres (five miles) from the border.
Five Charged Over Ketamine Death Of 'Friends' Star Matthew Perry
Five people who allegedly supplied illicit ketamine to "Friends" star Matthew Perry in a bid to exploit his drug addiction for profit have been charged in relation to his overdose death, US officials said Thursday.
US, Brazil, Colombia In Favor Of Fresh Venezuela Elections
The presidents of Brazil and Colombia, with US backing, called Thursday for fresh elections in Venezuela after international condemnation of last month's vote the opposition says strongman Nicolas Maduro stole.
Independent MP Tells Coalition Leader To Stop Being 'Racist' Amid Debate Over Gaza Refugees
Australia has accepted nearly 3,000 visa applications from Palestinians in Gaza or the West Bank, while rejecting 7,000, Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said.
Gazans Lose Tens Of Thousands In War, But Have Few Chances To Mourn
Once a day, Umm Omar picks up the phone and calls her late husband, humouring their four-year-old daughter who does not understand yet her father was killed early in the Gaza war.
Pressure For Deal Builds Ahead Of New Gaza Truce Talks
Pressure built for a Gaza ceasefire to be agreed at talks set to resume Thursday in Qatar to avert a wider war involving Iran, after months of fighting between Israel and Hamas militants.
Mbappe Strikes On Debut As Madrid Beat Atalanta In UEFA Super Cup
Kylian Mbappe enjoyed a "great night" as he struck on his Real Madrid debut to help his new side claim a record sixth UEFA Super Cup with a 2-0 win over Atalanta on Wednesday in Warsaw.
Taliban Celebrate 3 Years Since Afghanistan Takeover With Military Show
Afghanistan's Taliban rulers celebrated three years in power on Wednesday with a military parade paying homage to their homemade bombs used in war, fighter aircraft and goose-stepping security forces.
Israel Pounds Gaza Ahead Of Ceasefire Talks
Israeli air strikes targeted Gaza on Wednesday ahead of ceasefire talks that the United States hopes will stop Iran striking Israel in retaliation for the killing of a Hamas leader.
Disappeared Bangladeshi Lawyer Recounts Hasina's Secret Jail
Blindfolded, handcuffed and bundled out of his secret prison for the first time in eight years, Bangladeshi barrister Ahmad Bin Quasem held his breath and listened for the sound of a cocked pistol.
Londoners 'Speed Date' For The Ideal Housemate
"I'm a software engineer," says Josephine Wright, cocktail in hand, as she introduces herself to another woman at a bar in west London.
Kiribati Votes In Test For Pro-China Government
Polls opened in the Pacific nation of Kiribati on Wednesday after a campaign dominated by the increasing cost of living, rising sea levels, and questions about the benefit of deeper ties with China.
Five Talking Points In The New Premier League Season
Manchester City face a strong challenge from Arsenal as the champions look to win an unprecedented fifth successive Premier League title.
Ukraine Claims New Advances In Russia Incursion
Ukraine said Tuesday that its troops had advanced further into Russia's Kursk region and now control 74 settlements after launching a surprise cross-border incursion a week ago.
Robodebt Scheme: Government To Grant APSC Power To Investigate Former Agency Heads
"This legislation will ensure that senior public servants are clearly accountable for their actions as public service leaders, even after leaving their roles," Finance Minister Katy Gallagher said.
NDIS Minister Warns States As Government Pushes For Cost-Cutting Reforms
Acknowledging the ongoing resistance from state governments, Bill Shorten emphasized that the proposed reforms aim to reduce costs by AU$14.4 billion over four years and limit annual growth to AU$1.5 billion.
Iran Could Make 'Significant' Attack On Israel This Week: White House
Iran could launch a "significant" attack on Israel as soon as this week, the White House said Monday, as US President Joe Biden discussed the crisis with European leaders.
US Lifts Restrictions On Saudi Weapons, With Eye On Resolving Gaza
The United States confirmed Monday it would resume sales of offensive weapons to Saudi Arabia, as concerns over human rights in the kingdom's Yemen war give way to US hopes for it to play a role in resolving the conflict in Gaza.
Maduro Urges State 'Iron Fist' As Protest Toll Mounts
Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro called Monday for the state to use an "iron fist" after deadly protests in response to his July reelection, which has been dismissed at home and abroad as a sham.
Far-right Minister Leads Israelis In Prayer At Flashpoint Mosque Compound
Far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir led hundreds of Israelis into the Al-Aqsa mosque compound in annexed east Jerusalem Tuesday and performed prayers marking a Jewish holiday, sources said.
Bangladesh Court Opens Murder Case Against Ex-premier Sheikh Hasina
A court in Bangladesh opened a murder investigation into ousted ex-premier Sheikh Hasina and six top figures in her administration Tuesday over the police killing of a man during civil unrest last month.
Victoria Government Faces Backlash For Dropping Plan To Raise Age Of Criminal Responsibility To 14
In 2023, then-Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews had announced raising the age of criminal responsibility from 10 to 14 in a phased manner.
Man City's Off-field Issues Give Rivals Hope In Premier League Title Race
Manchester City's grip on the Premier League title has reached an unprecedented four years but off-field doubts surround the English champions ahead of the new season.
Trump To Be Interviewed By Supporter Elon Musk On X
Donald Trump will be interviewed Monday live on X by its billionaire owner Elon Musk -- an influential supporter -- as the Republican ex-president rejoins the platform following a lengthy absence.
Tanzania Arrests Opposition Leaders In Mass Round-up
Tanzania's main opposition party demanded Monday the release of its top leaders who were detained in a mass roundup ahead of a banned youth day rally, a move condemned by rights activists as "troubling".
Government Plans For Partial Gambling Ad Ban Amid Calls For Comprehensive Reform
Despite sweeping support for the reforms, the government is planning on a partial ban for the time being, which critics argue would fall short of addressing the issue effectively.
Australian Federal Police Officers Threaten To Abandon Parliament As Pay Dispute Escalates
However, a spokesperson for AFP called the union's action illegal, as withdrawing protection from parliamentarians, Parliament House or Canberra Airport during the first week of a sitting period required a notice of five business days.
Calls For Gaza Truce Grow, Hamas Urges Biden Plan Implementation
International pressure mounted Monday for a ceasefire in Gaza, with Britain, France and Germany issuing a joint plea for an end to fighting between Israel and Hamas with "no further delay".
Deadly Floods In War-torn Sudan Displace Thousands
Amna Hussein sat grieving in a disaster relief tent in eastern Sudan, where she fled with her children after deadly floods displaced thousands in a country already reeling from war.
Revamped AUKUS Deal Faces Backlash Over Clauses Favoring US, UK In Nuclear Submarine Pact
The deal will remain in force till Dec. 31, 2075, provided the Australia, New Zealand and United States Security Treaty (ANZUS) alliance continues and the U.S. and the U.K. stay in NATO.
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