Trump turns on Meloni, saying she lacks ‘courage’ over US-Israel war on Iran
The US president says he is 'shocked at her', delivering a blunt public rebuke to one of his closest European allies.
Uzbek chess grandmaster Sindarov sets up world title match with Gukesh
Javokhir Sindarov wins the Candidates Tournament with a round to spare and will face India's Gukesh next.
Iran used Chinese spy satellite to target US military bases in Middle East – report – The Times of Israel
- Iran used Chinese spy satellite to target US military bases in Middle East – report The Times of Israel
- Iran used Chinese spy satellite to target US bases Financial Times
- Iran Bought Chinese Satellite In Orbit, Then Used It To Target US Bases: Report NDTV
- Iran used Chinese spy satellite to attack US bases in Gulf: Report Middle East Eye
- Iran Reportedly Used Chinese Satellite To Target U.S. Bases—Here’s How China And Russia Could Help Iran Forbes
Queensland ebike laws could cripple Uber Eats, DoorDash and shared e-vehicle schemes, industry warns
Food delivery services say the proposed laws will affect their workers, while shared e-vehicle schemes claim the laws could make them uninsurable
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Legislation that would crack down on ebikes and e-scooters in Queensland could curtail food delivery services and potentially end shared e-vehicle schemes, industry figures warn.
The proposed laws would set an age limit of 16 on ebikes and e-scooters, require users to obtain a driver’s licence, and set a limit of 10km/h on almost all cycle lanes.
Continue reading...China’s Xi meets Russian FM Lavrov, calls relations with Moscow ‘precious’
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met with top Chinese leadership to discuss the Iran war and other concerns.
‘Meeting of two worlds’ as Prince Harry joins Wiggles and Australian football stars to put men’s mental health in spotlight
Second day of ‘faux-royal’ tour sees Duke of Sussex speak candidly about challenges of new fatherhood as amused football fans watch on
It was an unusual sight. As a group of children were rocking out to the Wiggles, Prince Harry kicked a football on Whitten Oval in Melbourne, home of Australian rules team the Western Bulldogs.
“Just a regular Wednesday,” a member of the crowd, dressed mainly in suits and from the advocacy and academic fields, said.
Continue reading...Iran says $270bn war loss must be compensated, as fresh talks with US loom
Iran demands compensation for war damages caused by US and Israeli attacks on critical infrastructure.
Russia launches drones, missiles overnight and through the day – Reuters
- Russia launches drones, missiles overnight and through the day Reuters
- Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, April 15, 2026 Institute for the Study of War
- Russian Strikes Kill at Least 15 in Biggest Barrage on Ukrainian Cities in Months The New York Times
- Wave of Russian drone and missile attacks kill at least 15 in Ukraine BBC
- Russian missiles and drones bombard Ukraine in hourslong attack NPR
England beat Spain 1-0 to lead Women’s World Cup 2027 qualifying group
Hemp scores to give the Euro champions a crucial win as Keira Walsh leads in the absence of recovering Leah Williamson.
Avdija scores 41 as Trail Blazers upset Suns in NBA West play-in
Deni Avdija sends Portland into the NBA playoffs after a shock road win against Phoenix in the 7th vs 8th play-in tie.
Candidate calls for new election in Peru, claiming fraud without evidence
Peru’s presidential candidate Rafael Lopez Aliaga is urging officials to declare Sunday’s election 'null and void’.
‘A ray of hope’: EU governments gathering to plan way out of fossil fuel reliance – Euronews.com
- ‘A ray of hope’: EU governments gathering to plan way out of fossil fuel reliance Euronews.com
- A new economic superpower could spark a global retreat from fossil fuels | Mark Hertsgaard and Kyle Pope The Guardian
- Beyond the Burn: Why Santa Marta Must Tackle the Petrochemical Build Out Center for International Environmental Law | CIEL
- Indigenous leaders and climate experts call for fossil-free zones ahead of landmark energy transition conference Stand.earth
- Fossil Free Zones can be on-ramps to the clean energy transition Climate Home News
Australia’s richest person must share part of her mining fortunes, court rules
The long-running legal dispute is over a lucrative iron ore project in the top west corner of Australia.
Japan to join largest Balikatan war games with 1,400 troops, Type 88 missiles – navalnews.com
- Japan to join largest Balikatan war games with 1,400 troops, Type 88 missiles navalnews.com
- Why Southeast Asian nations are skipping major US-Philippine Balikatan drills South China Morning Post
- Philippines, US military drills underscore Washington's defence commitment, US official says Reuters
- Japan to deploy 1,400 troops and missiles to large-scale drills in expanded role The Japan Times
- News - Balikatan 2026: Villa Reyes Receives Care, Training and New Classrooms DVIDS
South Korea jails American YouTuber for public nuisance
Johnny Somali sparked outrage after kissing a statue representing World War Two sex slaves.
South Korea jails American YouTuber for public nuisance
Johnny Somali sparked outrage after kissing a statue representing World War Two sex slaves.
Iran used Chinese spy satellite to target US bases – Financial Times
- Iran used Chinese spy satellite to target US bases Financial Times
- Satellite images may have tipped off Iran before US base attack, top Republican warns Fox News
- Iran used Chinese spy satellite to target US military bases in Middle East – report The Times of Israel
- Iran acquired Chinese spy satellite to monitor US military bases The Jerusalem Post
- Iran Gets Chinese Assistance to Target U.S. Using Spy Satellite Caspian Post
Watch: Vance heckled as he chides Pope
The US Vice-President was speaking at a Turning Point USA event, where he said Pope Leo should "be careful when he talks about matters of theology."
The Catholic Case for War with Iran – The Free Press
- The Catholic Case for War with Iran The Free Press
- Pope Leo criticizes "idolatry of self" in latest rebuke of Iran conflict: "Enough with war!" CBS News
- Pope Leo says 'delusion of omnipotence' is fueling U.S.-Israeli war in Iran NPR
- 'Enough of war!': Pope Leo XIV publicly opposes Trump, who fiercely criticizes him in return Le Monde.fr
- ‘Enough Of War,’ Pope Leo XIV Says In Latest Condemnation Of U.S.-Iran Conflict Forbes
Air New Zealand’s economy Skynest bunk beds set for launch
Passengers can book a four-hour session in the bunk beds from May for Auckland-New York flights but airline cautions against smuggling in children
Economy passengers on Air New Zealand’s ultra-long-haul flight between Auckland and New York can book a spot in the airline’s bunk-bed style sleeping pods from May, which will take to skies in late 2026.
In what the airline says is a world first, six full-length, lie-flat sleeping pods, are squeezed into the aisle of the new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. The pods, known as “Skynest”, will include fresh bedding, a privacy curtain, ambient lighting and kit with eye-masks, skincare, earplugs and socks.
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