Trump Signs AI ‘Cyber Defense’ Executive Order
AI companies would be required to submit their frontier models on a voluntary review basis before public releases.
Classified Evidence Delays Roberts-Smith War Crimes Case
The case against him is mired in delays stretching to September due to national security issues.
Australia, New Zealand Imposes New Sanctions Over Israeli Settler Violence
Travel bans and financial restrictions have been imposed on three individuals and four entities linked to settler violence in the West Bank.
Australia Raises Minimum Wage to Over $1,000 Per Week
The lowest wage rate in the modern award system will be $1,004.90 per week or $26.44 per hour.
New Zealand Raises Defence Spending by $1.6 Billion Amid CCP Aggression
The bulk of the latest tranche of money will be spent on drone systems, critical ship maintenance and work to replace the country’s aging naval fleet.
Nearly 200 Character-Based Visa Cancellations Overturned by Tribunal: Inquiry
Questions have been raised about whether Australia’s character assessment process is fit for purpose.
GOP Candidates in California Governor’s Race at Odds Over Vote Splitting
Sheriff Chad Bianco has rejected a call by GOP frontrunner Steve Hilton to withdraw from the race.
Eurozone Inflation Rises to 3.2 Percent as Energy, Services Costs Climb
The figures add pressure on the European Central Bank ahead of its June 11 rate decision, with markets pricing in another quarter-point increase.
Cargo Ship in Persian Gulf Hit by ‘Unknown Projectile’ as US–Iran Tensions Simmer
A UK maritime monitoring agency added that a large explosion was reported.
GOP Control of the House Could Hinge on a Race in California’s Little Saigon
The fall of Saigon and the American Dream loom large in the primary battle for California’s 45th District, where Vietnamese American voters could tip the scales
US Revokes Visa of Chinese Journalist
The journalist worked for Xinhua, China’s state-run news agency, in the United States.
Patchouli Oil Can Ward Off Mosquito Bites: Study
Researchers say the lotion blocked mosquito bites for up to three hours in controlled laboratory testing.
Your Body Has a Healing Kit: Acupoints for 7 Everyday Ailments
Acupressure works by redistributing energy so the body can regain balance.
‘City on Fire’: Murder Amid Uprisings
Hong Kong is on a knife-edge, and a disgraced police superintendent must solve a grisly case before it explodes.
Australia’s Winter Crop Output Forecast to Fall 21 Percent Amid Middle East Conflict
Wheat production is predicted to drop 26 percent, while chickpea output is expected to slump 51 percent.
Over 100,000 Older Australians Remain on Home Care Waiting List
Demand continues to outpace supply despite the increase in care packages provided by the government.
Westpac Fined $26 Million Over Failure to Respond to Customer Financial Hardship Requests
The bank failed to respond to more than 200 online financial hardship requests within the required timeframe between 2017 and 2023.
New York Democrats Move to Redraw Congressional Maps
Democrats say the change protects voters and answers Republican-led states while the GOP calls it a partisan gerrymander.
Barry Diller’s People Inc. Makes $18 Billion Bid for MGM Resorts
Already the largest shareholder, he says the casino and resort business is ‘one with real-world assets that AI cannot easily replicate or disintermediate.’
US Job Openings Spike Above 7.6 Million, Highest Since November 2024
Early estimates suggest the economy added 85,000 new jobs last month, and the unemployment rate held steady at 4.3 percent.
Blockbuster Trade Sends 2-Time DPOY Myles Garrett to Rams
The Rams sent their 2027 first-rounder, 2028 second, 2029 third, and edge Jared Verse to the Cleveland Browns in exchange for the former first overall pick.
CBS Taps Outsider Nick Bilton to Lead ‘60 Minutes’
The appointment comes as CBS pushes to expand and reach digital audiences.
71,603 Pounds of Frozen Pork and Crab Products Recalled
The recall was designated with a ‘High-Class I’ classification, the most severe of USDA designations.
Drooling, Snoring, Nightmares: How to Ease Common Sleep Problems
A restful night’s sleep requires balance in both body and mind—even small changes can make a big difference.
Memorial Day BBQ Recipes That Support Gut and Metabolic Health
Three recipes deliver classic cookout flavor without refined sugar, seed oils, or ultra-processed shortcuts.
Tums Antacid Recalled Due to Possible Contamination, Notice Says
CVS Pharmacy announced the recall of two lots of Tums Ultra tablets due to the possibility of metal fragment contamination.
This Fresh, Flavorful Steak Salad Is a Satisfying Meal
As the weather gets warmer, I’m turning my attention to steak salad, filled with the season’s bounty.
Dreamwash Your Mind to Reach Your Goals
Don’t just convince yourself, dreamwash yourself to achieve your next goal.
Final Call to Duty: Inside the Nurses Honor Guard
Retired nurses and volunteers ensure that fallen colleagues receive a hero’s farewell.
