Last news
Politics
Sheep culls put pressure on Greek feta cheese production
Three months after state vets seized and killed hundreds of his sheep to stamp out an ongoing pox pandemic, Kostas Theofilou fights back tears as he gazes at his empty stable.
Health
One man, his dog, and ChatGPT: Australia's AI vaccine saga
Desperate to help his sick dog, one Australian man went down the ultimate ChatGPT research hole, using artificial intelligence to design a personalised experimental treatment and finding top scientists to administer it.
Politics
Israel PM restores access after Latin Patriarch blocked from Holy Sepulchre
Israel said the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem would regain access to Christianity's holiest site after the decision to block him from entering the Holy Sepulchre on Palm Sunday triggered international condemnation.
Politics
Israel strikes Tehran as Trump says Iran deal may be reached 'soon'
Israel said Monday it was striking military targets across Tehran, a day after US President Donald Trump insisted a deal could "soon" be reached, while not ruling out ground operations.
Sports
Italy chase World Cup spot as Kosovo bid to make debut
Four-time World Cup winners Italy hope to end a 12-year absence from football's biggest stage on Tuesday, while Kosovo are dreaming of a first ever appearance at a major tournament.
Politics
Myanmar paves way for junta chief to become civilian president
Myanmar's junta chief Min Aung Hlaing was nominated as a vice-presidential candidate and replaced as military commander on Monday, paving the way for the coup leader to become president and continue his rule in civilian garb.
Politics
'Long live the shah': Iranian diaspora back war at Washington rally
More than 1,000 people of Iranian descent gathered in the US capital on Sunday to voice support for the war, riding on calls to bring back Iran's exiled crown prince who has emerged as a figure of intense interest.
Politics
Taiwan opposition leader accepts Xi's invitation to visit China
The leader of Taiwan's main opposition party accepted an invitation from Chinese leader Xi Jinping to visit in April, her party and Chinese state media reported Monday.
Boulevard
French masonic lodge at heart of murky murder trial
Twenty-two people are to stand trial in France from Monday on charges of murder and other serious crimes centred on a Masonic lodge accused of running hit squads.
Politics
US military building 'massive complex' beneath White House ballroom project: Trump
President Donald Trump said Sunday the US military was planning to construct a large complex beneath the new ballroom he is building at the White House.
Sports
IPL captain takes pop at Cricket Australia over record-buy Green
Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Ajinkya Rahane aimed a dig at Cricket Australia after $2.7 million all-rounder Cameron Green was unable to bowl as they opened their IPL season with defeat.
Economy
G7 ministers set to tackle financial fallout of Mideast war
Ministers from the G7 will hold talks on Monday to unpack the economic consequences of the war in the Middle East, the French government said, as oil and gas prices continue to soar.
Economy
Premier League fans feel the pinch from ticket price hikes
The Premier League's global appeal is built on packed stadiums and electric atmospheres but as the arms race for talent intensifies, fans are feeling the pinch.
Nature
Australia to halve fuel tax in response to Middle East war
Australia will halve a fuel tax to help motorists experiencing soaring petrol prices due to war in the Middle East, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Monday.
Politics
Crude surges, stocks dive as Houthi attacks escalate Iran war
Oil prices rallied and stocks tumbled again Monday as the Middle East crisis escalated with the entry of Houthi rebels into the Iran war and investors grew increasingly concerned the United States would send in ground troops.
Politics
Air China resumes flights to North Korea after 6-year pause
Air China restarted direct flights between Beijing and Pyongyang on Monday after a six-year hiatus, another sign isolated North Korea is gradually opening up following the resumption of train services between the capitals.
Sports
NBA-best Thunder beat Knicks as Boston seal playoff spot
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30 points and the NBA-best Oklahoma City Thunder beat the New York Knicks 111-100 on Sunday while the Boston Celtics clinched a playoff berth.
Boulevard
Australian fugitive shot dead by police after seven-month manhunt
Australian police said Monday they shot a fugitive wanted for killing two officers, ending a seven-month manhunt for one of the country's most-wanted criminals.
Sports
King Kimi, Max misery, Bearman smash: Japan GP talking points
Kimi Antonelli won the Japanese Grand Prix from pole ahead of McLaren's Oscar Piastri as Max Verstappen endured another miserable outing in his Red Bull.
Economy
Philippines oil refinery secures 2.5 mn barrels of Russian crude
The Philippines' sole oil refinery has secured nearly 2.5 million barrels of Russian crude out of "extreme necessity", a stock exchange filing revealed Monday, as the country seeks to replenish fast-dwindling fuel reserves.
Trump says Iran deal may be reached 'soon'
US President Donald Trump said Sunday that the US-Israel war against Iran has achieved regime change and a deal could be reached "soon" with Tehran.
Politics
Trump says Russia can deliver oil to Cuba
US President Donald Trump said Sunday that Moscow could send oil to Cuba despite Washington's de facto fuel blockade, as a Russian tanker was expected to deliver some much-needed crude to the crisis-hit island.
Sports
All Blacks prop Williams out of Super Rugby season with back infection
All Blacks and Canterbury Crusaders prop Tamaiti Williams was Monday ruled out of the rest of the Super Rugby season after being hospitalised with a serious back infection.
Economy
Life with AI causing human brain 'fry'
Heavy users of artificial intelligence report being overwhelmed by trying to keep up with and on top of the technology designed to make their lives easier.
Culture
Dubious AI detectors drive 'pay-to-humanize' scam
Feed an Iranian news dispatch or a literary classic into some text detectors, and they return the same verdict: AI-generated. Then comes the pitch: pay to "humanize" the writing, a pattern experts say bears the hallmarks of a scam.
Sports
Test star Carey the hero as South Australia win Sheffield Shield final
A gritty century from Test wicketkeeper Alex Carey helped South Australia clinch back-to-back Sheffield Shield titles Monday with a stunning 56-run comeback win over Victoria.
Sports
Defending champ Kim Hyo-joo holds off Korda to win LPGA Ford Championship
Defending champion Kim Hyo-joo won the LPGA Ford Championship on Sunday, seizing her second title in as many weeks as she again out-dueled American Nelly Korda.
Sports
Implacable Sinner overpowers Lehecka to win Miami Open
World number two Jannik Sinner powered past Jiri Lehecka 6-4, 6-4 to win the ATP Miami Masters 1000 for a second time on Sunday, adding the title to his Indian Wells crown.
Boulevard
Australian police shoot dead fugitive wanted for killing officers
Australian police said Monday they shot dead a fugitive gunman wanted for killing two officers, ending a seven-month manhunt for one of the country's most-wanted criminals.
Boulevard
UK police question suspect after car hits pedestrians in English city
British police were on Sunday questioning a 36-year-old man arrested for attempted murder after a car ploughed into people on a street in a central English city, injuring seven of them.
Technology
CORRECTION: Mandela Dollar ("MUSD") Announced to Promote Mandela's Legacy of Financial Inclusion for Underserved Communities Across the World
This Press Release updates the previous version that had incorrect information Datavault AI Inc., Mandela Dlamini & Manaway L.L.C., and Unity Reserve Holdings L.L.C. Launch MUSD Stablecoin to Advance Financial Inclusion and Honor Nelson Mandela's Legacy
Technology
Mandela Dollar ("MUSD") Announced to Promote Mandela's Legacy of Financial Inclusion for Underserved Communities Across the World
Datavault AI Inc., Mandela Dlamini & Manaway L.L.C., and Unity Reserve Holdings L.L.C. Launch MUSD Stablecoin to Advance Financial Inclusion and Honor Nelson Mandela's Legacy