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UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Labour leader Keir Starmer have condemned recent Russia-linked arson attacks. The attacks, targeting UK sites, are seen as attempts to exploit division and destabilise democracy. Starmer stated that these acts demonstrate bad actors targeting…

The Taliban has issued a directive banning government officials from using smartphones. This order is part of a broader effort to enforce stricter controls on communication and information. Reports indicate that officials have been seen destroying their devices in compliance…

New research has found that rejoining the customs union would not fully mitigate the economic damage caused by Brexit. Economists discovered a 12% decline in UK exports since the country's departure from the EU, with the majority of this loss…

NHS patients are experiencing the worst drug shortages on record, pharmacists and GPs have warned. The shortages pose a significant risk to health, with common medications affected. Painkillers, epilepsy medication, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) are among the drugs in…

US President Donald Trump has unveiled a new Iran deal, sparking mixed reactions globally. The memorandum of understanding has been welcomed by G7 leaders and Pakistan, which played a mediating role in the negotiations. However, the response has been largely…

US President Donald Trump has signed a memorandum on the Iran nuclear deal at the Palace of Versailles. The historic venue is notable for being the site where the Treaty of Versailles was signed in 1919, imposing harsh penalties on…

New South Wales has seen a significant surge in e-bike thefts, contributing to an overall rise in thefts in the state. Meanwhile, Victoria's crime rate has dropped 1.9% compared to the previous year, marking the first decline in four years.…

Qantas has delayed the launch of its non-stop flights from Sydney to London, pushing the scheduled start date back to October 2027. This is the latest setback for the airline's Project Sunrise, which aims to establish direct routes between Australia…

Australia's parliament is set to introduce new transparency rules, requiring lobbyists with unfettered access to be publicly named. These lobbyists, who have been granted parliamentary passes, will be listed online. The move aims to increase accountability and shed light on…

Ukraine has received approval from its allies to reproduce their air-defence missiles, a move aimed at addressing critical shortages of ammunition. This decision was made during a summit in France, where leaders gathered to discuss the ongoing conflict with Russia.…

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has faced criticism for a speech in which she advocated for a "monocultural" Australia, sparking accusations of sowing division. Hanson's comments have been denounced by opponents as promoting intolerance and undermining multiculturalism. The speech has…

Australia's Qantas airline has delayed the launch of its non-stop Sydney-London flights for a second time. The flights were initially scheduled to start in 2023, but were pushed back to 2025 due to delays in the delivery of Boeing 787-9…

Florida's Baker County Detention Center, nicknamed 'Alligator Alcatraz' due to its remote location and harsh conditions, is relocating detainees. The facility has faced criticism for its treatment of inmates and environmental concerns. Activists argue that the transfer of detainees is…