8 h. ago Extreme heatwave may break records in Victoria as firefighters warn of bushfire risk in ‘very dry’ state

Ouyen and Mildura in northern Victoria forecast to break state’s all-time maximum on Tuesday, as weather warnings issuedFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA day of record-breaking heat looms for Victoria, with temperatures forecast to hit 49C in the Mallee and Melbourne facing its hottest day since Black Saturday 2009.It was 26.1C as the sun rose on Tuesday over the small Victorian town of Ouyen, the Mallee town of 1,170 people whose forecast high of 49C would break the state’s temperature record of 48.8C set in Hopetoun on Black Saturday in 2009. Continue reading...

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8 h. ago Starbucks is already undergoing massive changes to win back customers

CEO Brian Niccol is reportedly set to announce further changes in order to improve customer experience Thursday

Economics

10 h. ago Massive changes for police forces in Wales and England announced

It represents the most significant changes to policing in the UK for nearly 200 years

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14 h. ago Australian Open Tennis 2026 Quarter Finals: Prize money, full draw, Tuesday schedule, how to watch, odds

The action is heating up in Melbourne.

Politics

16 h. ago Australian Open heat rules explained as tournament prepares for brutal 46C conditions

The organisers of the Australian Open have been forced to adjust their schedule with a heatwave expected to hit at the start of the quarter-finals

Society

17 h. ago Tesco announces major Clubcard voucher change for seven big name restaurants

Popular restaurants including Frankie & Benny’s, ASK Italian and Bella Italia are all impacted by the change

Society

17 h. ago Sainsbury’s announces major Nectar card change until February 1

The discounts will be available through Nectar Prices, with more than 30 products included in the deals

Politics

33 h. ago I get married this year but now my mum is demanding I change the date after my sister’s big announcement

WE all know planning a wedding is difficult, and the stress is heightened when it's a destination wedding. And one woman has been left furious after her family asked her to change her wedding date because of her sister. Sophia had been planning to get married in Spain and take her American family with her....

Politics

2 d. ago SIXTEENTH state declares emergency over Arctic Blast as authorities warn blackouts will extend chaos

The state joined 15 others and the US capital Washington DC in doing so, as millions are set to be hit with the blast.

Events

3 d. ago Communities rattled after option to object to energy projects via email scrapped

Community groups claim no consultation or public announcement was made about the change.

Politics

3 d. ago Panic buying grips America as historic winter storm closes in... and millions could be left without heat for DAYS: Live updates

More than 230 million Americans are bracing for severe winter weather that forecasters fear will bring heavy snow and catastrophic ice conditions.

Society

3 d. ago Military mobilized as winter storm unleashes 'catastrophic' cold with millions warned frostbite could strike in under five minutes: Live updates

More than 230 million Americans are bracing for severe winter weather that forecasters fear will bring heavy snow and catastrophic ice conditions.

Events

3 d. ago The 12 cities that will see 'catastrophic' damage by crippling US winter storm: Live updates

More than 230 million Americans are bracing for severe winter weather that forecasters fear will bring heavy snow and catastrophic ice conditions.

Events

3 d. ago Asda announces major undercover security change in 1,100 stores

Security staff to be transferred along with 'store detectives'

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3 d. ago Americans brace for 'catastrophic' winter storm as hundreds of cars crash on icy roads: Live updates

More than 230 million Americans are bracing for severe winter weather that forecasters fear will bring heavy snow and catastrophic ice conditions.

Events

3 d. ago London airport security rules explained as Heathrow announces big change

Both Heathrow and Gatwick have scrapped the 100ml limit for liquids in hand luggage going through airport security

Society

3 d. ago Major Tesco crackdown announced as 40 UK stores face changes

The supermarket giant will make a major change to some of its stores, prioritising both customers and staff.

Politics

3 d. ago Harry Styles fans confused by change in singer as star announces 2026 world tour

Harry Styles is back with new music and an upcoming tour — and a new accent?

Politics

3 d. ago Australian Open schedule changes at 11th hour as organisers take action and issue warning

The Australian Open organisers have been forced into last-minute changes and issued a warning to fans

Events

3 d. ago Australian Open schedule change announced amid forecasts of extreme heat

Extreme heat is expected in Melbourne and Australian Open organisers have responded by changing Saturday’s schedule

Politics