Australia
Former Top Gun Instructor Loses Appeal in China Training Extradition Case
Former U.S. Marine pilot Daniel Duggan lost his appeal in Australia to block extradition to the U.S. over allegations he trained Chinese military pilots without approval.
US, Australia, Philippines Hold Joint Naval Drills in South China Sea
The United States, Australia, and the Philippines held joint maritime exercises involving warships, fighter jets, and surveillance aircraft from April 9-12. This comes as regional tensions with Beijing continue in the South China Sea.
World Leaders Welcome US-Iran Cease-Fire
Top officials from around the world expressed their backing for the truce while warning that durable peace is not yet secured.
Austria Plans Social Media Ban for Children Under 14
Cabinet members from the three ruling parties announced a deal on the principle of a ban.
Australia and EU Sign Trade Deal to Counter China Export Threat
A major trade deal has been reached between two U.S. allies—Australia and the European Union.
Light Plane Carrying 7 Passengers Crashes into Crocodile-Infested Waters in Australia
Several locals who watched the plane moments before impact described seeing it fly unusually low over the coastline.
5th Member of Iranian Women's Soccer Team Gives up Asylum in Australia
A fifth member of the Iranian women’s soccer team who accepted a refugee visa to stay in Australia has left the country, the Australian government said on Monday.
3 More Members of Iranian Soccer Team Decide to Return Home After Being Granted Asylum in Australia
Four of seven Iranian women's soccer team members who had accepted asylum in Australia have since left the country.
Australia: Chinese Helicopter Flew Dangerously Close Over Yellow Sea
Australia reports an "unsafe and unprofessional" encounter as a Chinese military helicopter approached one of its navy helicopters in international waters.
Women’s Soccer Players Returning to Iran Face Potential Legal Pressure From Regime: Analysis
Australia has granted humanitarian visas to five Iranian women soccer players seeking asylum.
6 Members of Iranian Women’s Soccer Team Granted Asylum in Australia
One of the squad members earlier granted asylum changed her mind and planned to return to Iran.
New Zealand to Drill Test Boreholes for Deep Geothermal Energy
New Zealand is test drilling for geothermal energy. If successful, the island nation could become one of the world’s primary producers of deep geothermal power.
5 Iranian Soccer Players Granted Asylum in Australia After Trump's Call With Prime Minister
Trump earlier warned Australia it would be a "terrible humanitarian mistake” not to protect them, suggesting the women would be “killed” if forced back home.
Canada ‘Can Never Rule Out’ Involvement in Iran War: Canadian Prime Minister
Carney did not rule out Canada’s participation in the conflict, saying that Canada would “stand by its allies.”
6 World Leaders Threatened in China-Linked Campaign Against Shen Yun
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s evacuation from his residence in response to a bomb threat earlier this week was not an isolated incident.
Instagram Launches Suicide-Search Warning System
Instagram will notify parents if their teenager repeatedly searches for terms related to suicide or self-harm within a short period.
Australian Prime Minister Evacuated From Residence After Chinese Bomb Threat Over Shen Yun Performance
The bomb threat sent to local presenters said, 'If you insist on proceeding with the performance, then the prime minister’s Lodge will be blown into ruins.'
Royal Commission on Anti-Semitism, Social Cohesion Holds First Hearing on Bondi Beach Case
Australia's Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion holds its first public hearing.
Trump Organization Signs Deal for First Australian Skyscraper
The 91-storey skyscraper is planned for the Gold Coast.
Alleged Bondi Beach Shooter Makes First Court Appearance
In Australia, the alleged Bondi Beach shooter, making his first court appearance.
Former Top Gun Instructor Loses Appeal in China Training Extradition Case
Former U.S. Marine pilot Daniel Duggan lost his appeal in Australia to block extradition to the U.S. over allegations he trained Chinese military pilots without approval.
US, Australia, Philippines Hold Joint Naval Drills in South China Sea
The United States, Australia, and the Philippines held joint maritime exercises involving warships, fighter jets, and surveillance aircraft from April 9-12. This comes as regional tensions with Beijing continue in the South China Sea.
World Leaders Welcome US-Iran Cease-Fire
Top officials from around the world expressed their backing for the truce while warning that durable peace is not yet secured.
Austria Plans Social Media Ban for Children Under 14
Cabinet members from the three ruling parties announced a deal on the principle of a ban.
Australia and EU Sign Trade Deal to Counter China Export Threat
A major trade deal has been reached between two U.S. allies—Australia and the European Union.
Light Plane Carrying 7 Passengers Crashes into Crocodile-Infested Waters in Australia
Several locals who watched the plane moments before impact described seeing it fly unusually low over the coastline.
5th Member of Iranian Women's Soccer Team Gives up Asylum in Australia
A fifth member of the Iranian women’s soccer team who accepted a refugee visa to stay in Australia has left the country, the Australian government said on Monday.
3 More Members of Iranian Soccer Team Decide to Return Home After Being Granted Asylum in Australia
Four of seven Iranian women's soccer team members who had accepted asylum in Australia have since left the country.
Australia: Chinese Helicopter Flew Dangerously Close Over Yellow Sea
Australia reports an "unsafe and unprofessional" encounter as a Chinese military helicopter approached one of its navy helicopters in international waters.
Women’s Soccer Players Returning to Iran Face Potential Legal Pressure From Regime: Analysis
Australia has granted humanitarian visas to five Iranian women soccer players seeking asylum.
6 Members of Iranian Women’s Soccer Team Granted Asylum in Australia
One of the squad members earlier granted asylum changed her mind and planned to return to Iran.
New Zealand to Drill Test Boreholes for Deep Geothermal Energy
New Zealand is test drilling for geothermal energy. If successful, the island nation could become one of the world’s primary producers of deep geothermal power.
5 Iranian Soccer Players Granted Asylum in Australia After Trump's Call With Prime Minister
Trump earlier warned Australia it would be a "terrible humanitarian mistake” not to protect them, suggesting the women would be “killed” if forced back home.
Canada ‘Can Never Rule Out’ Involvement in Iran War: Canadian Prime Minister
Carney did not rule out Canada’s participation in the conflict, saying that Canada would “stand by its allies.”
6 World Leaders Threatened in China-Linked Campaign Against Shen Yun
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s evacuation from his residence in response to a bomb threat earlier this week was not an isolated incident.
Instagram Launches Suicide-Search Warning System
Instagram will notify parents if their teenager repeatedly searches for terms related to suicide or self-harm within a short period.
Australian Prime Minister Evacuated From Residence After Chinese Bomb Threat Over Shen Yun Performance
The bomb threat sent to local presenters said, 'If you insist on proceeding with the performance, then the prime minister’s Lodge will be blown into ruins.'
Royal Commission on Anti-Semitism, Social Cohesion Holds First Hearing on Bondi Beach Case
Australia's Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion holds its first public hearing.
Trump Organization Signs Deal for First Australian Skyscraper
The 91-storey skyscraper is planned for the Gold Coast.
Alleged Bondi Beach Shooter Makes First Court Appearance
In Australia, the alleged Bondi Beach shooter, making his first court appearance.