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Tensions between the US and Iran have escalated after a reported Iranian missile attack was thwarted by US forces. The incident occurred amidst a surge in violence in the region, with Iran claiming responsibility for attacks on three tankers in…

Daniel Andrews, former Victorian premier, has expressed support for Ben Carroll, the state's new leader, saying he "can win" the upcoming election. Andrews made the statement while paying tribute to Jacinta Allan, who stepped down as deputy premier. The rare…

Medicinal cannabis products with high THC levels are being prescribed to Australians, raising concerns about prioritising profit over patient safety. The Therapeutic Goods Administration has only evaluated two of over 1,000 available products. Most products have not undergone rigorous testing…

A powerful earthquake struck southern Japan's Kyushu island, registering a maximum 7 on the Japanese shindo intensity scale. The quake has resulted in a rising death toll, with rescue teams racing to locate missing individuals. Japan's military has mobilised thousands…

Ukrainian attacks on Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer, are having a significant impact on the country's economy and banking sector. The company's financial struggles may require a bailout from the Kremlin or state bank VTB. Wildberries has been a key…

US President Donald Trump has praised back-to-back meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The meetings took place as Ukraine seeks increased military aid from the US to counter Russian-backed separatists. Zelenskyy has been pushing…

One Nation is at risk of being deregistered in Queensland after failing to submit audited financial statements. The party, led by Senator Pauline Hanson, has breached the state's electoral laws. The Queensland Electoral Commission has given One Nation a deadline…

Kenya's wildlife authorities are investigating the sudden deaths of 15 elephants in Amboseli national park. The elephants were found dead in the park, which is known for its large elephant population. Preliminary investigations suggest a potential toxic substance may be…

The White House teleprompter operator accused of betting on the outcome of events related to former President Donald Trump is no longer in the job. Gabriel Perez allegedly used the prediction market Kalshi to place bets. The nature of his…

The US Senate has confirmed Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence, a key position overseeing the country's 17 intelligence agencies. Clayton, a former Securities and Exchange Commission chairman, was nominated by President Biden despite being a close ally of…

Users of Claude and Google services have reported instances of private chats and documents appearing in search engine results. This issue raises concerns about data privacy and security. Claude, an AI chatbot, and Google, a leading search engine and cloud…

Netflix remains a top choice for British viewers, with a quarter of the population relying on the service for entertainment. The streaming giant's popularity endures despite a slowing market. Its success can be attributed to hit shows such as "Adolescence"…

Former Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has spoken out about the sexist treatment of Victorian Deputy Premier Jacinta Allan. Gillard stated that Allan was subjected to "vile sexism" during her brief stint as acting premier. Allan held the position while…

Lenita Moreno, 25, has been arrested for allegedly setting fire to a Mormon church in Kaysville, Utah. The incident occurred just one day before her wedding. Authorities report that the fire caused approximately $108,000 in damage to the church. Moreno…