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NSW beaches to get dawn-to-dusk drone patrols in $34m anti-shark program
Premier Chris Minns says he wants to restore confidence to beachgoers after series of shark sightings and attacksFollow our Australia news live blog f…
Job done - but England will not win World Cup unless they improve
England did their job topping the group - but they can forget winning the World Cup if they do not improve, writes Phil McNulty.…
The Papers: 'Devolution revolution' and 'the cost of cool'
Andy Burnham's economic policy speech next week and the record heatwave dominate Sunday's papers.…
Iran war live: Trump threatens Tehran as US bombs Sirik, Qeshm for 2nd day
US president threatens to 'militarily complete the job' as the US strikes Sirik and Qeshm Island over ship attacks.…
Anger grows in Venezuela as citizens blocked from aiding earthquake rescue
Anger is mounting in Venezuela after the military barred citizens from entering zones devastated by the earthquakes.…
US conducts retaliatory strikes on Iran after second shipping attack
The US said it had hit multiple targets "in direct response to continued Iranian aggression against commercial shipping".…
Australia news live: shark-spotting drones to patrol NSW beaches year-round
Premier Chris Minns says technology will be largest expansion of aerial shark surveillance in the world. Follow the day’s updates liveGet our breaking…
'A confident group' - England race into semis bursting with belief
England have "never been more confident" going into a World Cup semi-final, says coach Charlotte Edwards.…
Trump nominates former Oklahoma state trooper to head ICE
President Trump nominated Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper, to direct Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The agency hasn't had a Sena…
US launches second night of strikes against Iran after ship struck by drone
The attacks come after an Iranian drone allegedly struck another commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday.…
US says it struck targets in Iran over ‘continued aggression’ against shipping
Strikes come after retaliatory attacks on Friday following a drone strike on cargo ship in strait of HormuzThe US has struck multiple targets in Iran …
England knock out holders New Zealand to reach T20 World Cup semis
Danni Wyatt-Hodge smashes an unbeaten 89 to lead England to a nine-wicket victory over defending champions New Zealand at The Oval.…
Videos show Israeli settlers trying to seize house in occupied West Bank
Videos show Israeli settlers trying to seize a house under construction in the occupied West Bank.…
South Africa’s Broos smiles and snarls before Canada World Cup showdown
South Africa and Canada are both competing in the knockout stages of a World Cup for the first time.…
US Senate challenger, incumbent with same name to appear on Alaska ballot
Republican Senator Dan Sullivan has sought to have a namesake primary challenger removed, citing midterm confusion.…
Israel orders troops to prepare for ‘extended stay’ in Lebanon
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz says the military has been ordered to prepare for an ‘extended stay’ in Lebanon.…
Why is Crimea critical to the Russia–Ukraine war?
Ukraine is intensifying attacks on Russian-controlled Crimea as Kyiv tries to pressure Moscow into ending the war.…
DR Congo superfan denied US visa to support team at World Cup
Michel Kuka Mboladinga is iconic for his motionless tribute at DRC games, but a US World Cup repeat has been denied.…
Critical fire weather complicates firefighting efforts in massive Utah wildfire
Firefighters working on the nation's largest current wildfire, burning in southern Utah, are being challenged by historic weather conditions. Extreme …
Kenya rights groups say protesters found dumped, tortured after arrests
Six found and one missing, NGOs say, after arrests at memorial gatherings for protesters killed in 2024.…
Two killed, dozens injured in Israeli strike on displacement tents in Gaza
Two killed and dozens injured in Israeli strike on displacement tents in Gaza…
Iran urge FIFA to stand up to ‘really terrible’ World Cup treatment by US
Iran, who played their three group-stage matches at World Cup 2026, now face a wait to know if they will reach last 32.…
Australia to double fines on Big Tech as children bypass social media ban
Canberra says tech platforms are still letting too many children bypass its under-16 social media ban.…
England in huge danger in third Test against NZ
England’s deciding Test against New Zealand - and perhaps the future of the hosts’ management - hangs in the balance after a dramatic and fluctuating …
Burnham will need a Moscow test as well as Makerfield test, says ex-military chief
Former Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin says defence must be a priority for the next prime minister.…
Explosion and gunfire reported in Pakistan’s Karachi
Local sources say incident took place at gate leading to the offices of paramilitary force known as the Rangers.…
Tropical Storm Mekkhala leaves Taiwan underwater
Tropical Storm Mekkhala has triggered severe flooding across parts of Taiwan.…
How is framework agreement with Lebanon viewed in Israel?
Israel, Lebanon and US have signed deal aimed at ending hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, but group rejects it.…
Lebanon divided over framework agreement signed in Washington
Lebanon divided over framework agreement signed in Washington…
Bahrain condemns Iranian drone attack after overnight US strikes
No immediate reports of damage after Bahrain hit by ‘number of drones’ as ship in strait of Hormuz also targetedBahrain said it was attacked by Iran w…