News
A magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck near Port-Olry on Vanuatu’s Espiritu Santo at about 10 km depth on Saturday; tsunami monitors reported no threat for Vanuatu.
Nagano police are investigating a fatal chairlift accident after Australian visitor Brooke Day, 22, was injured at Tsugaike Kogen Mountain Resort in Japan Friday.
A series of shark attacks prompted emergency beach closures across eastern Australia, with patrols increased and swimmers advised to seek safer alternatives.
Australia approved US$13 million in relief funding to support housing agriculture and recovery efforts as bushfires damage homes and infrastructure.
Queensland communities faced widespread power outages after a tropical cyclone damaged infrastructure, flooded roads and disrupted essential services statewide.
Victoria faced dangerous fire conditions as a severe heatwave fueled bushfires, disrupted transport, forced closures and placed emergency services on high alert.
Western Australia’s 900km fishing ban is driving seafood prices higher as the state halts demersal fishing to rebuild stocks and safeguard marine life.
María Corina Machado wins 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her nonviolent fight for democracy and civil rights in Venezuela amid ongoing political repression.
Female mammals live longer due to mating behavior and genetics, new study finds across 1,176 species of mammals and birds.
Major cities now face 25% more extreme hot days than in the 1990s, with 2024 marking the hottest year recorded in urban heat data.
UN urges overhaul of water management as 2.1B lack safe drinking water and billions more face inadequate sanitation and hygiene access globally.
Scientists detected a rare gravity anomaly near Earth’s core using GRACE satellite data, pointing to deep structural changes in the mantle.
Governments expand AI use in justice and services, yet OECD says outdated systems and fragmented data limit effective scaling of public sector innovation.
Global parcel deliveries to the US face major disruption as 25 countries suspend services following the end of the $800 customs duty-free threshold.
SpaceX postponed the tenth Starship test due to a liquid oxygen ground leak, delaying a major validation mission at the company’s Starbase launch site.
Health
New blood pressure guidelines from US experts recommend early treatment starting at 130/80 and now advise zero alcohol to reduce cardiovascular and brain risks.
AOA Dx and Johns Hopkins have created a high-accuracy AI test for early-stage ovarian cancer, aiming to improve survival through earlier detection.
Florida officials are investigating a raw milk outbreak that sickened 21 people, including children, with E. coli and Campylobacter infections across the state.
The FDA escalated Bunge North America’s butter recall to Class II after undeclared milk allergens were found in 64,800 pounds of mislabeled butter.
A University of Pittsburgh study shows artificial sweetener sucralose may reduce immunotherapy effectiveness by altering gut bacteria and T cell activity.
As kratom’s 7-OH compound gains popularity, the FDA moves to ban it, warning of addiction, misuse, and unregulated sales in gas stations and vape shops.
Lenacapavir, a new HIV PrEP injection approved for EU use, shows 99.9% efficacy in global trials, offering the longest protection yet for at-risk groups.
Exposure to persistent PFAS chemicals is now linked to a significant rise in type 2 diabetes, raising concerns over everyday environmental health risks.
Technology
Music and arts groups are seeking seats in Australia’s new AI office as the government builds rules for copyright, infrastructure and safety.
Australia’s data centre boom is drawing focus to AI infrastructure, electricity demand, imported equipment and long-term economic gains.
The Sydney-based AI factory uses Cisco UCS and Nexus Hyperfabric with NVIDIA Blackwell Ultra GPUs, aiming to keep data processing inside Australia.
South Korean researchers at DGIST created a physical AI system that mimics human forgetting, cutting robot navigation time by 30% in logistics tests.
Google launches a $1 billion AI education initiative, supporting over 100 US institutions with tools, grants, and access to its Gemini chatbot.
China summoned Nvidia over alleged H20 chip security flaws, demanding technical details amid renewed concerns of remote tracking capabilities.
Google’s DeepMind has created Aeneas, an AI tool trained to decode worn or broken Roman inscriptions and accurately date them within 13 years.
Microsoft’s SharePoint servers face global cyberattacks, exposing businesses and governments to data theft, key harvesting and network compromise.
Samsung Electronics has announced the Galaxy Z Fold7, its most advanced foldable smartphone to date, highlighting a blend of…
Sports
President Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced Washington as host of the 2026 World Cup draw, confirming the group ceremony for December 5.
The US, Canada, and Mexico have launched trilateral efforts to counter drone threats, ensuring robust security measures for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Russian engineers have developed an AI robot that enhances athletic performance with real-time monitoring, customized training plans, and injury prevention tools.
Jannik Sinner became the first Italian man to win Wimbledon, defeating Carlos Alcaraz in four sets to claim his maiden title at the All England Club.
Lifestyle
Southern California interior designer and popular lifestyle influencer Becki Owens has launched her home furnishings line, Becki Owens…
To celebrate the indescribable drive and competitive spirit of all athletes and fans, Apple launched the International Collection…
The talented team of watchmakers and designers at OLTO-8 just launched a unique mechanical watch for those who…
Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced the release of four new GST-B400 watches, the latest additions to the G-SHOCK…
The LEGO Group has taken the covers off a new LEGO version of one of the most coveted…
Halal cosmetics market is projected to grow through to 2028 according to the 2021 Global Industry Research Report…
Driven by the belief that the kitchen is the original lab, where culinary science and personal expression fuel…
Middle East and Africa’s numero uno megastar, Egyptian singer Amr Diab launched his first perfume titled Amr Diab…