NTD Special Coverage: Trump Addresses the Nation
President Donald Trump addresses the nation on Thursday night with new developments on American election security expected to be a key focus.
MP Probes WA Government on Why Shen Yun Unable to Secure State-Owned Venue
‘I’m just really concerned that we’ve got foreign influence causing ... our cultural organisations to show or not show particular material,’ the MP said.
Australia’s Only Manganese Smelter to Shut, Over 200 Jobs Lost
The smelter, which produces critical ferroalloys for steel manufacturing, opened in 1962.
ANU Concedes Response to Pro-Palestinian Encampment May Have Been ‘Naive or Inadequate’
Acting Provost Joan Leach said the response should be viewed in the context of the university’s hope that the encampment could be brought to a peaceful end.
UK Demands FIFA Probe Over Argentina’s Display of Falklands Banner at World Cup
The team could face sanctions from FIFA for making a politically charged statement.
Defence Could Field More Assets While Saving $160 Billion, Think Tank Says
The Australian Defence Force is buying ‘Ferraris when Hondas would do,’ according to a report by the Centre for Independent Studies.
Australia to Introduce New Modern Slavery Offence for Big Businesses
The government says companies with more than $100 million in revenue will face tougher obligations to address forced labour in their supply chains.
No Immediate Prospect of Resuming Peace Negotiations With Ukraine, Says Russia
Ukraine has said that it supports Turkey as a venue for potential talks between Zelenskyy and Putin, as part of efforts to end the war.
DC Circuit Court Allows Pentagon Policy Requiring Escorts for Journalists for Time Being
The temporary stay centered around a 2025 press policy by the Pentagon that The New York Times argued is unconstitutional.
A Widely Available Drug Is Sending More People to Poison Control Centers
Kratom is easy to obtain without a prescription and is often marketed as a natural remedy, leading more people to try it.
A Quiet Ohio Town, a Teen’s Cellphone, and a Sprawling Federal Terrorism Investigation
A call from a mother concerned about her son’s anti-government conspiracy theories turned into a national terror probe.

‘Richard Fleischer: Journeyman’: A New Look at an Underappreciated Filmmaker
Jason A. Ney reevaluates the prolific director of ’20,000 Leagues Under the Sea’ and ‘Soylent Green.’
Melbourne University Was Forced to Negotiate With Pro-Palestinian Protesters: Vice-Chancellor
The disruptions caused by pro-Palestinian protesters on the University of Melbourne campus posed a dilemma for the university’s management, Glyn Davis said.

Opposition Pans Reports National Anthem Could Be Dropped From Australia Day Cricket Match
‘Yes, our past is not perfect. But our nation’s achievements far outweigh the wrongdoings,’ said Angus Taylor.

One Nation Defends 5 Percent Government-Backed Mortgage Plan
One economist says the cost of the plan could balloon 10-50 times.

Musk Buys Florida-Based Energy Company
Acquiring APR Energy gives Elon Musk a mobile fleet of turbines to meet data center power needs.

Tillis Says Blanche Met With Epstein Accusers After His Demand
The president’s attorney general pick needs unanimous support of 11 Republicans on a Senate committee. But one attached a condition to his possible ‘yes’ vote.

Jeffries Says House Democrats Oppose Any GOP Stock Trading Ban That Doesn’t Cover President, Cabinet
Hollywood Writers Union Files Separate Lawsuit to Stop Paramount–Warner Bros. Merger
The newest lawsuit alleged that the deal would suppress competition and creative diversity in film and television.

Caitlin Clark Airs Frustration Over Latest Injury
Indiana Fever superstar guard Caitlin Clark took another hard hit on Wednesday against the Golden State Valkyries.

Sam Neill Battled Pneumonia in Final Weeks Before Death at Age 78, Co-star Says
The Jurassic Park star also battled a rare blood cancer for years, before sharing he was cancer-free earlier this year.

Metabolic Madness: 6 Exercises for When You Feel Off but Your Labs Say You’re Fine
Life can be less enjoyable when you feel off, and doctors don’t always have answers. Certain exercises can potentially help you feel metabolically better.

The Blood Sugar Benefits of Slow-Dried Pasta
From the type of flour to the way it’s dried, several factors influence how pasta is digested–and what that means for your health.

Just 4 Minutes of Daily Exercise Improved Function in Older Adults
Most guidelines call for 150 minutes of exercise per week, however, significant strides in physical health could be only four minutes away.

What Should Homeowners Know Before Pest Problems Start?
Factors like moisture, small exterior gaps, food access, landscaping, and cluttered storage spaces can all make a home more attractive to unwanted visitors.

How an Officer Turned Personal Crisis Into a Lifeline for Others
After surviving a suicidal crisis, former officer Adam Davis now helps first responders strengthen faith, family, and resilience.

In Minnesota’s Dwindling Mom-and-Pop Resort Culture, Ten Mile Lake Keeps It in the Family
Ten Mile Lake Resort has kept with the times while staying true to its history.


























































































