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US seizes Iranian-bound oil tankers in sanctions crackdown
The US has confiscated two oil tankers carrying sanctioned Iranian crude. The dramatic move highlights ongoing tensions and global efforts to enforce oil embargoes. Read the full details.
Palestinian advocate cut from Adelaide Writers' Week 2026
The Adelaide Festival board has removed Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah from its 2026 Writers' Week lineup, citing cultural sensitivity. A major backer has withdrawn support. Read the full story.
Bondi attack hero speaks from New York on his bravery
Bondi terror attack hero Ahmed al Ahmed reveals he would act with the same bravery anywhere in the world. The Syrian-born shopkeeper, shot five times, is in the US for further treatment. Read his powerful story.
Canberra's June 2025: Memorial Opening and Record Cold
June 2025 in Canberra featured the opening of the Charles Bean Research Centre and a historic cold snap, with temperatures plunging to a record low of minus 7.6 degrees. See the capital's key moments.
Heat to double Canberra emergency visits by 2061: study
New research reveals Canberra's emergency departments face a surge in heat-related cases as climate warms. Vulnerable groups identified. Read the urgent call for action.
EU Launches €2.5bn Fund to Back Greenland's Green Transition
European nations pledge major financial support for Greenland's renewable energy and critical minerals sector. A strategic move for energy security and climate action. Read the full story.
Anti-Semitic graffiti in Spearwood under police investigation
WA Police are investigating shocking anti-Semitic graffiti in Spearwood. Authorities vow to prosecute offenders under tough new laws. Read the latest.
US Cuts Child Vaccines, Health Experts Alarmed
The US has dramatically reduced its recommended childhood vaccinations from 17 to 11, a move health officials warn will endanger children and fuel outbreaks. Read the full story.
Ex-CIA Agent Explains Trump's Greenland & Venezuela Strategy
Former CIA agent Mike Baker defends the Trump administration's foreign policy push on Greenland and Venezuela, framing it as a revival of the Monroe Doctrine. Read the full analysis.
Teen critical after stabbing, $8m car theft ring exposed
A 17-year-old boy is fighting for life after a stabbing in Sydney's west. In separate news, seven people charged over an alleged $8 million Toyota car theft ring in Brisbane.
Albany's 2026 Bicentenary Light Show Set to Dazzle
Albany's 200th birthday will be marked by a breathtaking light installation across the Vancouver Peninsula, co-designed with Menang Elders. Experience the spectacle in March 2026.
Anti-Semitic graffiti investigated in Spearwood
WA Police are investigating shocking anti-Semitic graffiti in Spearwood. Acting Premier calls it 'appalling' as new laws carry up to five years' jail.
Trump and Musk Aim for Mars Mission Before 2029
Donald Trump, with SpaceX's Elon Musk, plans a historic human Mars landing before leaving office, reshaping NASA and sparking debate over commercial space dominance. Explore the implications for US spaceflight.
Geelong protests US intervention in Venezuela
Geelong locals rally against the US's controversial seizure of Venezuela and capture of its president. Get the full story on the local reaction and global implications.
Police Warn Over Unauthorised Venezuela Protest in Perth
WA Police issue a warning ahead of a planned unauthorised protest in Perth against the US military strike in Venezuela. Organisers have not sought a permit for the CBD rally.
Trump Threatens New Venezuela Strikes, Maduro in US Court
Donald Trump warns of a second wave of strikes against Venezuela as President Nicolás Maduro prepares for a US court battle. Get the latest on the escalating tensions.
What's next for Venezuela's oil and Maduro after US move
The US has reimposed oil sanctions on Venezuela, halting a six-month reprieve. We explain the impact on global oil prices, Maduro's regime, and what happens next for the crisis-hit nation.
Geelong's 80s & 90s New Year's Eve celebrations in photos
Take a nostalgic trip through Geelong's iconic 1980s and 1990s New Year's Eve street parties. See the classic celebrations that defined the city's festive spirit. Dive into the photo gallery now!
A Year of Illawarra Mercury's History Column Highlights
Explore a fascinating year from the Illawarra Mercury's history column, featuring tales of drunken tree-chopping, fiery ships, political threats, and vintage crime. Dive into 170 years of local stories.
Global Tensions Rise After Venezuelan Leader's Capture
The world watches as Donald Trump's potential response to Nicolás Maduro's capture could reshape global politics. What happens next? Read our analysis.
Albany Bicentenary: WA's First European Settlement
As Albany marks its bicentenary, explore how a disappointing landing in 1826 sparked a settlement, colonial rivalry, and a secession movement that shaped Western Australia's history. Discover the full story.
WA Jewish leaders plead for royal commission after Bondi
WA Jewish leaders have written a heartfelt letter to PM Anthony Albanese, expressing fear and demanding a national royal commission into anti-Semitism after the Bondi attack. Read their plea.
Australians mourn friends in deadly Swiss New Year's fire
Australians are among those grieving after a fire at a Swiss ski resort bar killed 40, many of them teenagers. Survivors recount the horror and the agonising wait for news. Read their stories.
Driver charged over crash that killed Joshua's friends
The driver involved in the Nigeria car crash that killed two of Anthony Joshua's friends and injured the boxer has been charged with dangerous driving. Get the latest details.
Townsville's Funniest Place Names Revealed
Explore the quirky and hilarious place names around Townsville, from Monkey Island to Tarzan. Discover the stories behind these uniquely Australian locations.
1912's 'Ideal WA' book reveals state's forgotten vision
A rediscovered 1912 book, 'The Ideal Western Australia', reveals the ambitious social blueprint for the state. Explore the untold history of WA's planned future.
Mamdani Inaugurated as New York City Mayor
Zahara Mamdani is inaugurated as the 110th mayor of New York, promising transformative policies on housing, climate, and equity. Follow her historic journey.
Promo video emerges after deadly Swiss bar fire kills 40
A promotional video shows indoor pyrotechnics at the Swiss bar where a fire killed 40 on New Year's Eve. An Australian is among the injured. Read the latest updates.
Intruder breaches Kensington Palace security twice
A man twice gained unauthorised access to Kensington Palace grounds before Christmas, raising major security concerns for the royal family. Read the full details.
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