Trump Postpones Scheduled Attack on Iran at Request of Middle Eastern Leaders
The president says that the leaders of several Gulf Arab states asked him not to carry out the strikes.
Global Bond Sell-Off Deepens as Iran War Fuels Inflation Fears
G7 finance ministers meeting in Paris will discuss public debt and market volatility amid global economic concerns.
Registered NDIS Providers Struggling Against Unregulated Competition, Inquiry Hears
Providers say the current funding model for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is broken, and urge that pricing be set independently.
Ex-RAAF Commander Warns Melbourne Could Be Left Without Military Air Base Amid Labor’s Sell-Off
Former Wing Commander David Chaplin also warned that with terror threat levels at ‘probable’ there was a real strategic risk to consider.
Defence Analyst Says Northern Australia Strategy Too Slow and Fragmented
‘Nothing deters [conflict] more than showing other countries that we are serious about being ready,’ says a defence analyst.
At 9, He Was Taken by ISIS—Now He’s Warning Australia About the Returned ‘Brides’
‘We are importing terrorists. Being a woman doesn’t make you innocent,’ says Sameer Dakhil Alazeez.
US Announces New Sanctions on Cuban Regime
The United States has accused Cuba’s ruling elites of contributing to the suffering of the Cuban people and the decline of the country’s economy.
Hegseth Campaigns for Trump-Backed Massie Challenger a Day Before Kentucky Primary
Pete Hegseth joined Ed Gallrein, who is challenging Rep. Thomas Massie in the GOP Kentucky Fourth Congressional District primary, at a May 18 rally.
G7 Told to Act Fast to Cut Rare Earth Dependence on China
German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil has urged the G7 to urgently diversify to counter China’s dominance in rare earth supplies.
Norway Joins EU’s Baltic Sea Region Cooperation Pact Amid Increased Security Concerns
Norway will join Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, and Sweden in the EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea Region.
The Hidden Risks of Buying a Repurposed EV Battery
The market for second-life batteries is booming, but experts warn that safety rules have yet to catch up.
What Flavored Vapes Do to Your Body
Flavors do more than make vapes more addictive–they may also expose users to potentially harmful chemicals.

What Years in High Heels Does to Your Body
Podiatrists and chiropractors explain the physical effects of wearing high-heeled shoes.

Tune in Today: Giuseppe Verdi’s Unforgettable ‘La donna è mobile’
The highlight of Verdi’s ‘Rigoletto’ is sung by villain, the Duke of Mantua.
Proposed New Airline Could Face Squeeze from Giants
Modelled on British ultra-low-cost carrier Ryanair, Zinc is proposing to offer the cheapest domestic fares between Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.

Labor Hangs on for Victory in Tight Queensland By-election
A big swing away from the state’s Labor Party has forced the opposition to hose down speculation it could spark a leadership spill.

Prime Minister Sidesteps Question About Future Taxes on Family Home
Angus Taylor asked Anthony Albanese whether he would rule out changing his mind about taxing the family home, without receiving a direct answer.

Day in Photos: Kenya Fuel Price Protests, OpenAI Wins Lawsuit, and Sandy Fire Evacuation
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.

Spencer Pratt Vows to Seek ‘Last American Dream’ Outside Los Angeles If He Loses Mayoral Race
A poll shows the reality TV star trailing incumbent Karen Bass, who leads the three-way race.

Ella Langley Dominates the ACM Awards and Cody Johnson Wins Entertainer of the Year
Ella Langley Dominates the ACM Awards and Cody Johnson Wins Entertainer of the Year.

Mexico Is China’s Back Door Into the United States
What once looked like ordinary trade expansion has evolved into something far more consequential.

Cavaliers Climb Past Pistons 125–94, Advance to Conference Finals With Knicks
In 2016, the Cleveland Cavaliers won their lone NBA championship in their franchise’s 56 seasons history by besting the Golden State Warriors.

Hip to Be Square: 5 Hip Opening Exercises to Help Undo a Day of Sitting
Tight hips can be painful and rob you of both independence and quality of life. Let’s get those hips moving.

How Microplastics Can End up in Tomato Crops–Researcher Gives ‘Best’ Solution
New research from Griffith University in Australia suggests organic fertilizer may not be as environmentally friendly as previously thought.

Ice Cream Sandwiches Recipe
These homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches have layers of chewy chocolate with your favorite ice cream flavor in the middle. Easy and yummy!

The Greatest Logician Since Aristotle—and Why He Believed in Life After Death
Renowned mathematician Kurt Godel believed the afterlife exists so we can deepen the learning process that begins in this world and reach our full potential.

Sardinia Beyond the Beaches: From Nuraghi to Necropolises
In the far southwest Sulcis-Iglesiente region of Italy’s island of Sardinia, wild nature and unspoiled landscapes fascinate and entice exploration.

































































































