From ‘Re-Education’ to Frequent Warnings: China’s Ambassador Leaves Australia
Xiao Qian gave only a week’s notice of his lunchtime farewell function.
Video of Nurses’ Kill Threats Against Jews Allowed Back Into Trial Evidence
Lawyers for the pair had argued the video amounted to an illegal invasion of their privacy.
Back From the Brink: Is This Australia’s Luckiest Kookaburra?
A Queensland snake catcher has shared the dramatic moment a kookaburra seemingly came back from the dead after nearly becoming a python’s meal.
Anthropic Says Its Claude AI Model Hacked Systems of 3 Organizations During Safety Tests
Anthropic made the discovery after reviewing 141,006 evaluation runs in which Claude could have obtained internet access.
84 More Jobs to Go at Maryvale Mill as Blame Falls on Victorian Labor
Opal argues the state government’s decision to cut timber supply forced it to restructure.
Over 200,000 Australians Pay $4.1 Million in Penalties for Failing to Vote in 2025 Election
The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) has issued more than 1.3 million “failure to vote” notices to people who did not vote in the 2025 federal election.
Australia Remains Pacific’s Biggest Donor With $1.5 Billion Despite Global Aid Cuts
Australia disbursed US$1.5 billion of aid in the Pacific, more than three times that of the next-biggest contributing nation New Zealand.
Trump ‘Not Sure’ About Providing Ukraine With Ability to Make Patriot Missiles
‘We have to be a little bit careful of who we license to,’ the U.S. president said.
Trump Imposes 4-Year Tariff-Rate Quota on Quartz Surface Imports
The tariffs aim to help U.S. producers adjust after the International Trade Commission found they suffered serious injury.

The Farmer’s Carry Is an Underrated Full-Body Exercise, Here’s How to Do It
When the crops come in there’s a lot of work to do. These exercises use produce to produce gains.
Students Seek to AI-Proof Their Careers With Trades Over College
Concerned about job security, more students and young workers are turning away from four-year degrees and toward vocational careers.

‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’: No Multiverse Nonsense, It’s Not Bad
This more character-focused ‘Spider-Man’ holds one’s attention far more effectively than the usual CGI-falling-rubble MCU yawn-fest.
Greek Deli Shuts After 54 Years as Owner Cites Tough Business Conditions
An iconic Sydney deli will close its doors in August, highlighting the growing challenges facing small businesses across Australia.

One Nation Seeks Support for Bill to Block ISIS-Linked Australians Returning
Pauline Hanson is seeking crossbench support for a bill that would revoke the passports of ISIS terrorists to stop them returning to Australia.

Major Australian Petrol Firm Eyes 150 Percent Revenue Lift After Iran War
Ampol owns the Lytton refinery in Brisbane the only other fuel refiner in Australia.

Cook Political Report Finds Fewer Competitive House Districts After Redistricting
Democrats would need to win 74 percent of the remaining swing seats to take the House, up from 68 percent under the old maps.

Ben Affleck Secures $1 Million Prize for Charity in ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire’ Victory
The actor teamed up with 31-time ‘Jeopardy!’ winner Jamie Ding in support of the nonprofit Eastern Congo Initiative.

Marlins’ Otto Lopez Top Prize Among MLB Clubs Searching for a Shortstop Upgrade
Lopez’s .325 batting average is second best throughout the MLB leading into Friday’s games.

911 Audio and Court Records Reveal New Details in Fatal Shooting of Influencer Sara Gilson
Police said the mother of two was fatally shot in a murder-suicide involving her estranged husband.

Disease Caused by Cyclospora Parasite Now in 45 States: CDC
The main symptom of cyclosporiasis is diarrhea.

How to Make Your Own Plantain Cough Syrup
Often overlooked as a common weed, plantain leaves help soothe respiratory infections and coughs–and for homemade syrup, now is the time to prepare.

How to Pick and Wash Lettuce Amid Parasite and Bacterial Outbreaks
From Cyclospora to E. coli, here’s what makes leafy greens vulnerable–and how to reduce your risk.

Ozempic-Class Drugs Tied to Rare Smell and Taste Problems
Here’s how significant the risk is and when to see a doctor.

No-Cook Ricotta Toasts Are Packed With Summer Flavor
These crispy toasted bread slices acts as a blank canvas for both savory and sweet toppings.

Planting a Summer Moon Garden
The magic of a moon garden lies in its pale blossoms catching the moonlight and sweet scents lingering in the evening air.

He Refused to Pay $2,000—So He Built a Toilet Boat to Cross the Sea
A South Australian man has gone viral after crossing a 20 kilometre stretch of sea in a homemade raft to move some precious cargo.

The Art and Value of Journaling as You Travel
Travel can make you a poet. And travel can make you spiritual.


















































































