Australia

Australia confirms F-35 fighter jet parts were mistakenly diverted to Hong Kong

Swimmer killed in shark attack off popular Western Australia beach

Sean McVay hopes the Rams never play in Australia again

Fred Warner felt the Rams "withered away" as game went on

Following a season-opening victory over the Rams in Melbourne, 49ers players reflected on the matchup and an unusual international trip.

Myles Garrett: “This was the worst version of myself that I’ve put out there”

Myles Garrett calls his scoreless Rams debut against the 49ers the worst version of himself amid a significant knee injury.

Brock Purdy, 49ers dominate Rams 27-7 in Australia

The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Los Angeles Rams 27-7 in Melbourne, Australia, during an international matchup.

Aaron Donald will not play against the 49ers

Los Angeles Rams defensive star Aaron Donald will miss the team's season opener against the 49ers in Australia.

49ers happy to be in Australia, call it 'a cool experience'

5 distinct outlets capture the 49ers arriving in Melbourne for a season opener while navigating time zone confusion and local food.

Australians could opt out of social media algorithms under new law

Australians may soon gain the ability to switch off social media algorithms entirely under planned legislation.

Australia passes law to levy tech giants that fail to pay for local news

Australia passes a law levying tech giants that fail to pay for local news, drawing immediate pushback from Trump allies and U.S. Republicans.

Zomi Frankcom: Australia 'outraged' after Israeli decision not to prosecute over killing of aid worker in Gaza

Australia expressed outrage after Israel decided against a criminal investigation into the 2024 killing of aid workers in Gaza.

Australia v Bangladesh: Visitors move closer to historic win after Steve Smith wicket

Bangladesh moves closer to a historic Test victory against Australia following key wickets.

Ben Simmons to participate in Australia national team minicamp

Ben Simmons’ unexpected entry into the Australian Boomers minicamp signals a possible NBA comeback.

Australian airline Jetstar will charge passengers to use the overhead lockers for their bags

Jetstar ends free 7 kg carry‑on, adding fees for overhead lockers and igniting debate across Australia

Australia's Queensland confirms H5N1 bird flu case, fourth state

Queensland’s July 25 H5N1 confirmation sparks fresh anxiety as Australia’s fourth state grapples with bird flu spread

What exactly is ‘explosive diarrhea’?

Health alerts are rising globally over a parasite causing explosive diarrhea, linked to outbreaks and product recalls.

China weighs tighter export controls on AI models and chips

China is evaluating new restrictions on AI technologies, including chip access and the overseas distribution of models like Qwen and Doubao.

Australia 26-42 France: Six-try Les Bleus condemn Wallabies to sixth straight defeat

France secures a historic Test victory over Australia, handing the Wallabies their sixth consecutive defeat.

This chaotic 2,000-pound seal has returned to sea

Neil, a 2,000-pound seal, has returned to the sea after causing widespread mayhem and destruction in Australia.

Australia agrees to sell uranium to India, ending a long stalemate

Australia and India have finalized a uranium export agreement, concluding a long-standing diplomatic stalemate during Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Melbourne.

3.1 billion-year-old rocks in Australia reveal a forgotten chapter of Earth’s water cycle

Research on 3.1 billion-year-old Australian rocks indicates water was cycling into Earth's mantle far earlier than previously established.

Chinese Nuclear Submarine Test-Launches Long-Range Missile

China has conducted a rare submarine-launched ballistic missile test in the Pacific, causing concern among the U.S. and its regional allies.

Unidentified metal spheres found on Australian beach are 'debris from a foreign rocket body', space agency says

A space agency has identified six mysterious metal spheres washed up on an Australian beach as debris from a foreign rocket body.

Former Xbox studios Double Fine and Compulsion will keep games after going indie

Microsoft has announced a strategic shift for its gaming division involving thousands of layoffs and the spin-off of several key development studios.

Strange balls found on Queensland beaches could be toxic ‘space debris’, experts warn

Experts and the Australian Space Agency are investigating mysterious silver 'space balls' washed up on Queensland beaches.

Australia probes mystery space balls that washed up on beach

Australian authorities are investigating several mysterious objects, described as 'space balls,' that have washed up on Queensland beaches.

Great Barrier Reef again avoids 'in danger' label

The Great Barrier Reef has avoided being listed as an endangered World Heritage site following a draft decision by UNESCO.

Ford’s New $30K EV Truck Barely Clears An Expedition’s Shoulder

Ford is developing an affordable $30,000 electric pickup featuring a compact design and Tesla-style interior.

Salah awaits Messi as Egypt beat Australia on penalties at World Cup

Egypt advances to face Lionel Messi after defeating Australia in a penalty shootout during their World Cup knockout round debut.

Scientists discover giant fan-shaped structure beneath Antarctica's ice sheet: The hidden structure rewri

Researchers have detected a massive fan-shaped structure buried deep beneath the East Antarctic Ice Sheet.

Like being ‘stabbed in the back’: abuse survivors left without trials after Christian Brothers’ unprecedented legal tactic

Christian Brothers' unprecedented legal tactic leaves abuse survivors without trials

Belgium vs Senegal LIVE: FIFA World Cup Round of 32 score, commentary & updates

Belgium advances to the World Cup Round of 16 following a controversial comeback win over Senegal and a high-profile dispute over U.S. player eligibility.

How to Watch the World Cup Today: Schedule, Times, TV, Streaming for England, USA, More

The 2026 FIFA World Cup reaches its climax as France, Spain, England, and Argentina compete in the semi-finals and bronze final.

T20 World Cup: Ellyse Perry gives Australia injury scare in semi-final win over West Indies

Australia secures a spot in their eighth T20 World Cup final after defeating the West Indies, despite an injury scare for Ellyse Perry.

Amazon is being taken to court for introducing ads to Prime Video. The world will be watching

Australia's competition regulator is suing Amazon over the introduction of advertisements to its Prime Video service.

Australia considers tougher enforcement of social media ban for teens

Australia considers stricter social media ban enforcement for teens

Christian Pulisic Updates Injury Status Ahead of USA vs. Türkiye in World Cup Group Stage

Christian Pulisic updates injury status ahead of USA vs. Türkiye in World Cup

Earth’s oldest crater really is over 3 billion years old, new study confirms

A new study provides 'smoking gun' evidence confirming an asteroid crater in Australia as the oldest known impact site on Earth.

Most IVF ‘add-on’ treatments have no effect on fertility or remain unproven, study says

New research indicates that most IVF 'add-on' treatments lack proven benefits for increasing pregnancy odds.

U.S. vs. Australia drew 280,000 riders on Link Light rail

Record 280,000 riders on Seattle's Link Light rail for U.S. vs. Australia match

Spider which uses spring trap to capture prey discovered in Australia

A newly identified spider species in Australia has been documented using a unique, spring-loaded trap to capture its prey.