News Briefs.

This week's entertainment offerings include a new release from Olivia Rodrigo, the multiple Grammy-winning singer-songwriter known for her introspective and emotionally charged music. Rodrigo's latest work is expected to explore themes of love and relationships. On the small screen, a…

Melinda French Gates has spoken about her encounter with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, stating she immediately sensed his malevolent nature. This was despite Epstein's association with her then-husband, Bill Gates. The philanthropist has been open about her experiences since…

The UK government's proposed 'fast-track' regulation for chemicals has sparked concern among campaigners, who warn it could expose Britons to harmful substances. Fighting Dirty, a campaign group, is taking legal action against the government over the plan. The proposal would…

Jessie J's recent return to the music scene has highlighted the lucrative Chinese market. The British singer-songwriter first broke into the Chinese market in 2018, achieving significant success. Her victory in the Chinese reality TV show "Singer" that year marked…

Kyiv's Lukianivska Square neighbourhood has become one of the most bombed areas in the Ukrainian capital. Residents describe the situation as dire, likening it to the devastated nuclear disaster zone of Chornobyl. Repeated Russian attacks have left the area severely…

Dutch far-right party PVV, led by Geert Wilders, has paid damages to a court artist after altering one of her sketches using artificial intelligence. The altered image depicted two Syrian brothers, who were on trial, as more menacing than they…

A shark attack occurred at Coogee beach in Sydney's east, leaving a woman in her 30s in critical condition. The incident resulted in arm and leg injuries for the victim, who was promptly transported to hospital for treatment. Following the…

US President Donald Trump announced that Hector Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, leader of the Venezuelan Tren de Aragua gang, was killed in a US military strike. The operation was carried out with assistance from Venezuelan authorities. Flores was a notorious figure,…

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced plans to increase wages for frontline soldiers and introduce revised fixed-term contracts. This move aims to address the country's manpower shortage amid the ongoing conflict with Russia. The wage boost is intended to improve…

A federal judge has ordered the restoration of national park plaques removed under a Trump administration directive. The plaques, which commemorated the nation's founding and its history, were taken down in 2020. The removal was widely criticized by historians and…

Australia's Climate Minister Chris Bowen has stated that the country can transition from fossil fuel exports to renewable energy sources. This shift is seen as necessary to prepare for a changing global landscape. As the next president of the Conference…

Australians considering switching to electric vehicles (EVs) face several key factors to consider. Charging is a primary concern, with 'trickle charging' from a standard household power point being the most common method. This method is convenient but slow, taking up…

Guardian Australia has compiled a list of essential reads from the past week. The selection includes an article on the new Pokémon Go game, which has been updated with new features. Another piece explores the creative possibilities of people living…