Los Angeles asks for investigation into LA28 Olympics chief over Epstein ties
The LA city council voted unanimously for an investigation into LA28 chief Casey Wasserman over his Epstein ties.
Experts doubt Hegseth claim no need to ‘worry about’ Hormuz
Experts doubt Pete Hegseth’s claims that the US is working effectively to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran threatens to escalate war after Trump says ‘many countries’ will send warships to strait of Hormuz
US president calls on China, France, Japan and the UK to send vessels after US strikes Kharg Island oil facilities
Iran threatened on Saturday to further escalate the war raging in the Middle East by targeting any facility in the region with US ties, after Donald Trump predicted “many countries” would send warships to support a US bid to reopen by force the strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway closed to virtually all maritime traffic by Tehran since the beginning of the war.
Iran has responded to the joint US-Israeli offensive, which is entering its third week, with daily attacks on oil and other infrastructure around the Gulf region, as well as against Israel.
Continue reading...‘Cannot wait until December’: Dennis Richardson calls for urgency over Bondi attack failures after quitting inquiry
Former spy chief says recommendations regarding intelligence agencies shouldn’t wait for royal commission’s final report
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Improvements to public safety and intelligence in the wake of the Bondi terrorist attack “cannot wait until December”, former spy chief Dennis Richardson has said just days after he sensationally quit the antisemitism royal commission.
“You cannot leave matters that go to public safety till the end of the year, particularly when you have a small section of the community living in such fear,” Richardson told an ABC podcast.
Continue reading...Watch: Why Kharg Island is a lifeline for Iran
BBC Security Brief's Mikey Kay breaks down why Kharg Island is so strategically important for Tehran.
Meta reportedly plans sweeping layoffs as AI costs increase
Sources tell Reuters layoffs could affect 20% or more of company as plans reflect broader tensions within big tech
Meta is planning sweeping layoffs that could affect 20% or more of the company, three sources familiar with the matter told Reuters, as Meta seeks to offset costly artificial intelligence infrastructure bets and prepare for greater efficiency brought about by AI-assisted workers.
No date has been set for the cuts and the magnitude has not been finalized, the people said.
Continue reading...More US Marines and warships to be moved to Middle East, reports say – BBC
- More US Marines and warships to be moved to Middle East, reports say BBC
- More Marines and Warships Being Sent to Middle East, U.S. Officials Say The New York Times
- USS Tripoli, 31st MEU Heading to the Middle East USNI News
- Live updates: Over 100 children in Lebanon killed by Israeli strikes as Iran war intensifies AP News
- More Marines and Warships Head to Middle East as Hormuz Mission Intensifies WSJ
More US Marines and warships being moved to Middle East, reports say
The reinforcements will come from an amphibious ready group that is usually based in Japan, an official told CBS, the BBC's US partner.
Jared Kushner Solicits Funds for His Firm While Working as Mideast Envoy – The New York Times
- Jared Kushner Solicits Funds for His Firm While Working as Mideast Envoy The New York Times
- White House must reveal and resolve Jared Kushner's financial conflicts of interest - CREW CREW | Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington
- Jared Kushner, one of the U.S. government’s chief negotiators in the Middle East, is trying to raise more money for his private equity firm from governments in the region. Kushner, President Trump’s son-in-law, has spoken with potential investors about raising facebook.com
- Trump's Son-In-Law Jared Kushner Faces 10-Day Deadline To Disclose Financials Following Peace Envoy Appointment Benzinga
Fears for press freedom as billionaire takes control of East Africa’s largest media house
Rostam Aziz's purchase raises questions about continued journalistic independence in the region.
Israel planning massive ground invasion of Lebanon, officials say – Axios
- Israel planning massive ground invasion of Lebanon, officials say Axios
- Israel kills 12 medics in attack in southern Lebanon as war ravages nation Al Jazeera
- Israel destroys bridge in Lebanon, threatens Gaza-scale destruction Reuters
- War returns to Lebanon Vatican News
- Axios: Israel to expand ground offensive in Lebanon The Jerusalem Post
Melbourne to finally get Myki-less public transport on Monday – but only on four train lines
Commuters on Craigieburn, Upfield, Ballarat and Seymour lines will be first to test tap-and-go technology
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Melbourne is finally poised to join other Australian cities in the tap-and-go era, with the state government confirming public trials for contactless credit and debit card payments will launch for suburban rail commuters on Monday.
Commuters on the Craigieburn, Upfield, Ballarat and Seymour lines will be the first to test the technology, allowing them to bypass the physical Myki card in favour of paying via a debit or credit card, smartphone or smartwatch.
Continue reading...Republic of Congo election: Who is running and what’s at stake?
Analysts say Congo Brazzaville's election are a mere formality as President Sassou Nguesso is set to extend his rule.
Analysts say US threat of ‘no quarter’ for Iran violates international law
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said there would be 'no quarter, no mercy' as US continues to pummel Iran.
In photos: Tracing India’s history through its chairs
An exhibition in Mumbai displayed chairs that told the history of colonial invasions and art movements in India.
Is Dubai’s glossy image under threat? Not everyone thinks so
Dubai has been seen as a safe haven by expats, tourists and influencers - but that's now being tested.
She spent 16 hours on Instagram. It’s up to a jury to decide if Meta is to blame
A landmark lawsuit will set the stage for thousands of people who say social media platforms are intentionally addictive.
How the Iran war exposed cracks in Trump’s Republican coalition
The president's most dedicated supporters are on his side - but significant numbers of Republicans have serious doubts.
Iran war live: US bombs Iran’s Kharg Island, warns oil facilities next
Intense strikes target central Tehran as US president says 'powerful' bombing raid hit Iranian forces on Kharg Island.
Family of Michigan synagogue suspect killed in Lebanon airstrike, officials say
The FBI said the suspect had large quantities of fireworks and petrol in his vehicle when it caught fire after ramming a synagogue on Thursday.