The LNP wants more police, not MPs. Expert says it’s a ‘false economy’
Welcome to Brisbane Times’ Queensland public sector column, Public Circus. This week: a case for democratic improvement, State Development shareholdings,…
How takeaway, delivery and ready-made meals are reshaping Melbourne’s dining scene
While Smith & Deli has ramped up its ready-made meals and delivery, Umberto Espresso Bar has walked away from that…
US tourist dies after being struck by lightning while hiking Sicily’s Mount Etna
An American tourist was killed by a lightning strike on Sicily’s Mount Etna while hiking in an area that was…
All-Australian twist emerges as AFL delays naming squad in wake of Swans scandal
The AFL have delayed naming the All-Australian squad in the wake of the scandal engulfing the Sydney Swans. Several Sydney…
Heartbreaking details emerge about teen boy killed after sleeping rough in garbage bin
WARNING: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are warned this story contains images of people who have died A court…
Jared Kushner meets with Hamas ahead of talks with Netanyahu on Gaza
Donald Trump’s son-in-law and envoy, Jared Kushner, held a rare meeting with Hamas’s political chief on Sunday in Egypt, in…
Republican senator denounces Trump’s ‘crazy, stupid’ claims about MMR vaccine safety
The Republican senator Bill Cassidy – a medical doctor who voted to confirm anti-vaccine activist Robert F Kennedy as federal…
Suspect in Virginia State University shooting found hiding in dorm closet
A young man suspected in connection with the shooting of five people on Saturday on the campus of Virginia State…
At least six people dead from days of storms and record flooding in Indiana
Days of storms and flooding in Indiana left at least seven people dead as floodwaters peaked in Indianapolis’s White River…
Saudi crude oil output reaches 3.46B barrels in 2025
Saudi Arabia’s crude oil consumption fell nearly 6.7% to 155.4 million barrels in 2025 Saudi Arabia’s crude oil production reached…
‘Save the Cheerleader, Save the World’: Remembering Heroes icon Hayden Panettiere
Popular and beloved Heroes actress Hayden Panettiere has died at the age of 36. Panettiere was best known for her…
Why Freddy Peralta has reasonable excuse for brutal 9.31 ERA start with Rays
The Tampa Bay Rays traded for Freddy Peralta from the New York Mets at this year's trade deadline, hoping to…
Quote of the Day by Bradley Cooper: “The hardest part of becoming the person you want to be is…” — a powerful life lesson on perseverance, resilience, optimism, determination and why hope matters most when effort alone cannot guarantee the outcome, from
Quote of the Day by Bradley Cooper: Bradley Cooper’s quote addresses the hidden emotional cost of personal evolution and the…
Hundreds of migrants arrested near Ceuta border in latest crackdown
Nearly 300 migrants and 61 alleged facilitators detained during mass migration attempt. Moroccan security forces have arrested hundreds of migrants…
Death toll rises to 84 from capsized ferry in Zimbabwe
The boat overturned during heavy winds near the Zambian border. Zimbabwean police have recovered more bodies after a ferry capsized…
Samsung Announces Partnership With Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® 4
Samsung Electronics today announced an exclusive partnership with Activision as the official TV, monitor, soundbar, and Wi-Fi speaker of Call…
Can Horizon Parks IPO deliver long-term growth for high-risk investors?
Can Horizon Parks IPO deliver long-term growth for high-risk investors? By , ET Bureau Last Updated: Aug 17, 2026, 05:47:00…
Disney’s D23: See all new updates from Simpsons, Lilo and Stitch, Percy Jackson and more
With new projects in the Zootopia, Tangled and Frozen franchises announced, and a new fantasy adventure film, Clay, let us…
Complaints filed against Sonia Gandhi in Delhi, Karnataka over ‘Vande Mataram’ row at Congress headquarters
Complaints have been filed against Sonia Gandhi in Delhi and Karnataka over an alleged disruption during Vande Mataram's rendition at…
Arsenal star linked with exit produces stunning Community Shield moment against Man City
Myles Lewis-Skelly produces brilliant assist as Arsenal score inside first minute vs Man City August 16th 2026, 16:04 Photo via…
10 Real Acts of Compassion Teaching Us That Quiet Kindness Is Still What Makes the Heart Really Strong in 2026
Kindness is strength training — and that’s no longer a metaphor. We grow up believing strong hearts are the hardened…
Former Iran president Khatami warns against prolonged war, urges diplomacy with US, Israel: ‘We cannot live with war’
Khatami said the Islamic Republic had survived foreign aggression and remained resilient, but argued that continued conflict would create serious…
Tottenham reject Juventus loan bid for Vicario
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - MARCH 15: Guglielmo Vicario of Tottenham looks on during the Premier League match between Liverpool and Tottenham…
‘That’s garbage’: After 24 weeks of positivity, Maguire shows his fury
August 16, 2026 — 12:22pm It took 24 weeks and three minutes, but Michael Maguire had finally had enough. This…
Vietnam Airlines plane damaged as tail hits runway during terrifying takeoff
Shocking footage has emerged of failed Vietnam Airlines flight VN34 on Saturday. The Boeing 787 was taking off from Munich…
Novak Djokovic knocked out of Cincinnati Open as health condition worsens: ‘A lot of issues’
Novak Djokovic’s stay at the Cincinnati Open was a short one. It also might be his last. The 24-time major…
Disney gives fans sneak peek at The Bluey Movie with new trailer ahead of 3D makeover for the kids’ icon
A first-look trailer for The Bluey Movie has been released, revealing one major change to the popular Aussie kids’ TV…
Collingwood set to test high-level AFL warning not to rest players in final-round dead rubber
Collingwood could regain four top-line players for their final home-and-away match, but the Magpies will give serious consideration to managing…
Search for survivors continues in Indonesia after quakes including 7.7 magnitude shock kill at least 47 people
Dozens are dead after two major earthquakes — a 7.7 magnitude and a 6.9 magnitude — and dozens of aftershocks…
Five wounded in shooting at Virginia State University, multiple suspects
Police found the gunshot victims near the university’s residence halls. A shooting at a university campus in the US state…
Five years on, how will Taliban deal with armed opposition?
Saturday marks five years since the Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan, and armed opposition to the movement is no…
Cardinals rookie Joshua Báez makes MLB history with three homers in first three at-bats
Joshua Báez became the first player to hit three home runs in his first three at-bats in the major leagues,…
New York City man charged with hate crimes after alleged synagogue assault
A New York City man is facing hate crime charges after police say he assaulted a woman and a security…
Massive egg recall in US south and south-west due to salmonella outbreak
A massive egg recall affecting nearly 1.6m dozen eggs has been elevated to the US Food and Drug Administration’s highest-risk…
Alaska candidate for US Senate rejects Kamala Harris’s unsolicited support
Alaska US Senate candidate Mary Peltola has rejected the support of Kamala Harris, her fellow Democrat, after the 2024 presidential…
Teenager pleas guilty to attacking California sea lion in viral video
An 18-year-old California man has admitted he kicked a sea lion in a video that went viral recently – while…
Apapa Customs record N323bn July revenue collection
The Nigeria Customs Service, Apapa Area Command, said it has recorded an unprecedented revenue collection of N323bn in July 2026.…
[#OsunDecides2026] LIVE UPDATE: INEC begins collation, announcement of results
The State Collation Centre. Credit: Channels Television The Independent National Electoral Commission has begun the collation and announcement of results…
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra price drops to lowest
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is currently listed on Amazon with a flat discount of Rs 35,000, dropping its price…
Iran says Qatar holding 3 missing pilots; Doha dismisses claims
Synopsis Iran war news: Tehran claims Qatar holds three missing pilots, which Qatar denies. The UAE accused Iran of attacking…
US stocks: S&P closes at record high as soft jobs report eases rate-hike concerns
Synopsis The US stock market enjoyed a significant boost on Friday as the S&P closed at an all-time high. The…
Several killed in attacks on Ukraine as Kyiv hits Russian e-commerce giant
Ukraine continues to strike warehouses and logistics hubs run by Wildberries, which it says aids Moscow's war efforts. Russia’s latest…
Inside the results: How redistricting shaped Tennessee’s primary election
Thursday’s primary in the southern state of Tennessee has provided the first test of the state’s new congressional district map,…
Mediterranean smuggling network ‘dismantled’ in Spain-led raid, 78 arrested
Authorities say they broke up one of the largest criminal networks running migrant smuggling in the Western Mediterranean. Spanish authorities,…
Hun Manet is refining Cambodia’s authoritarian model
Former member of parliament, Cambodia, and vice president of the Cambodia National Rescue Party. When Hun Sen handed Cambodia’s premiership…
WhatsApp scam costs Hong Kong man $1.27 million after criminals used AI voice notes to impersonate his father — experts say secret codewords are the best way to stay safe
(Image credit: Shutterstock / Ronstik) Scammers stole $1.27m from a Hong Kong man after tricking him with AI The scheme…
‘I wasn’t driving. I had Autopilot on’: Tesla’s Full Self-Driving system is getting drivers speeding tickets, and owners aren’t happy
(Image credit: Getty Images / MediaNews Group / Orange County Register / Tesla) A police officer pulled a Tesla over…
SpaceX stock surges after first lockup expiry as investor appetite defies expectations
When a company’s lockup period expires and a flood of insider shares hits the open market, the stock usually doesn’t…
Ryder Wallet enables STX restaking ahead of August 12 deadline
Every staked STX token on the Stacks network is currently sitting idle, waiting for its owner to do something about…
¿Es necesario ducharse siempre después de bañarse en el mar o en la piscina? Un especialista lo explica
Publicado el 07/08/26 à 17:00 Por El equipo editorial Cada verano surge la misma duda: ¿es necesario ducharse después de…