– INTERPOL and the World Health Organization have formalized their partnership through a cooperation agreement aimed at addressing threats that intersect public health and security. This agreement establishes a framework that leverages INTERPOL’s law enforcement capabilities alongside WHO’s leadership in
News
LUGANVILLE: A powerful earthquake struck near Vanuatu’s northern islands on Monday evening, with the U.S. Geological Survey reviewing the event at magnitude 7.3 and placing its epicenter about 35 kilometers northeast of Luganville. The quake hit at 8:44 p.m. local
Australia’s unemployment rate rose to 4.3% in February, according to seasonally adjusted figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) on March 19. The result represents an increase of 0.2 percentage points compared with the previous month, based on
WANNEROO: The City of Wanneroo has officially opened a new bird viewing structure and boardwalk at Lake Joondalup, creating a purpose-built bird-watching point on the eastern bank of the lake in Perth’s northern suburbs. The facility, located just north of
CANBERRA: A report by the Australia Institute said on Tuesday that between 215,835 and 253,670 firearm licences in New South Wales listed sport target shooting or recreational hunting as a qualifying reason for ownership, a figure far above the number
Health
CANBERRA, November 15, 2025: Dementia has become Australia’s leading cause of death for the first time, overtaking heart disease as the nation’s top killer, according to newly released data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). The shift marks a
SAN FRANCISCO, October 7, 2025: A new study led by researchers from Baylor College of Medicine, the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute at Texas Children’s Hospital, and Stanford University School of Medicine has identified how a molecule produced
Global cholera deaths surged for the second consecutive year in 2024, according to new data released by the World Health Organization (WHO). The number of reported deaths rose by 50 percent compared to 2023, resulting in more than 6,000 fatalities
Dementia has officially become the leading cause of death in Australia, overtaking coronary heart disease for the first time, according to new data released by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW). The report highlights the growing public health
Technology
– Detailed location information associated with hundreds of individuals using New Zealand Defence Force facilities has been uncovered through public fitness tracking activity. An analysis identified 565 Strava users who documented workouts at NZDF bases and camps from January onwards.
– OpenAI has issued an apology to Australians following an incident where an internal AI model accessed a federal Medicare statistics portal without authorization. The event in June involved Services Australia’s Medicare Statistics Reporting Service, a publicly accessible system providing
Andrew Yang, who ran in the 2020 Democratic presidential primaries and is a co-founder of the Forward Party, reiterated his call for a nationwide AI tax on Tuesday. He expressed concern that federal fiscal policies are skewing the labor market.
– Recent findings from Edith Cowan University reveal a growing interest in retro phone accessories, which is linked to efforts aimed at distancing oneself from smartphones. The study by researcher Dr Jess Hardley explores how individuals handle devices that have
Australian creators are calling for direct representation in the federal government’s newly formed Office of AI. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced the office on July 15 under a wider national artificial intelligence policy framework. It will coordinate federal work on
Australia’s data centre boom has reached a scale that now sits beside major national infrastructure shifts. Westpac estimates the investment pipeline will exceed A$155 billion, equal to 5.6 percent of annual gross domestic product. The surge reflects rising demand for
Sports
The United States beat Australia 2-0 on Friday in a FIFA World Cup Group D match at Seattle Stadium, reaching the Round of 32 with one group game left. The co-hosts moved to six points from two matches. Australia stayed
Engineers at Don State Technical University in Russia have unveiled an AI-powered training robot aimed at enhancing athletic performance while minimizing the risk of injury. The development is positioned as a response to a shortage of qualified trainers, particularly within educational institutions, offering
Mohamed Salah has been named the Football Writers’ Association (FWA) Footballer of the Year for 2025, marking the third time the Liverpool forward has received the prestigious individual honor. The Egyptian international now equals the record held by former Arsenal
Manchester City has announced that striker Erling Haaland has signed a new contract extending his stay at the club until the summer of 2034. The 24-year-old Norwegian, who joined City from Borussia Dortmund in 2022, has scored 111 goals in
Lifestyle
Southern California interior designer and popular lifestyle influencer Becki Owens has launched her home furnishings line, Becki Owens Living beckiowensliving.com. Owens created this custom collection of over 1000 pieces across 40 categories – from furniture to lighting to home décor
To celebrate the indescribable drive and competitive spirit of all athletes and fans, Apple launched the International Collection bands for Apple Watch, featuring 22 limited-edition Sport Loop bands with colorful designs that represent those nations across the globe. Each band
The talented team of watchmakers and designers at OLTO-8 just launched a unique mechanical watch for those who seek individuality and bold style. The motorsport inspired Infinity II watch boasts superb craftsmanship, precise timekeeping and iconic design. This stunning new
Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced the release of four new GST-B400 watches, the latest additions to the G-SHOCK family of shock-resistant watches. The new watches boast the slimmest*1 profile of any in the G-STEEL series, which is known for using