24 h. ago Will Smith sued by violinist over alleged sexual harassment and retaliation

The Hollywood actor has been accused of alleged “predatory behaviour” by a musician who joined him on his 2025 global tour.

Events

27 h. ago Australia’s biggest industry groups demand an antisemitism royal commission

The Business Council of Australia has backed prominent captains of industry who petitioned Albanese to reverse his stance on a national inquiry following the Bondi terror attack.

Events

55 h. ago China sets beef import quotas in hit to Australia and other exporters

The Australian Meat Industry Council said the measures could slash its beef exports to China by about a third, hitting trade worth more than $1 billion.

Events

69 h. ago US Congress threatens eSafety commissioner with contempt charges

Online safety tsar Julie Inman Grant has been accused of harassing American companies over Australia’s under-16 social media ban.

Events

3 d. ago ‘David v Goliath’: How universities deal with sexual violence is changing

From January 1, universities will be required to do more under far-reaching legislation designed to prevent and improve responses to gender-based violence on campus.

Events

4 d. ago Geelong Cats donors fail to repay charity after allegedly stealing $14 million

Sy Giang Nguyen and Keith Greenwood agreed to repay $5.4 million to a charity that accused them of stealing up to $14.5 million. Now the not-for-profit is launching further court action to enforce the settlement.

Economics

4 d. ago Antisemitism to ‘continue for years’ without commission, says Christchurch councillor

A royal commission was called into the terror attacks which targeted Muslims and killed 51 people.

Events

4 d. ago Trump ‘very angry’ after Putin accuses Ukraine of attack on presidential home

Moscow provided no evidence of the alleged attack, which Ukraine vehemently denies, but is using it to withdraw from previously agreed concessions on the war.

Politics

4 d. ago King pong: Villagers kick up stink over Charles’ fertiliser plan

Many in Flitcham are too nervous to discuss their royal neighbour’s council application but as one says, who would want a wafting stench to ruin a summer’s evening?

Politics

4 d. ago ‘A hell of a smell’: Villagers kick up stink over King’s fertiliser plan

Many in Flitcham are too nervous to discuss their royal neighbour’s council application but as one says, who would want a wafting stench to ruin a summer’s evening?

Politics

5 d. ago Screen icon and animal rights activist Brigitte Bardot has died

Look back at the life of Brigitte Bardot, the French 1960s sex symbol who became one of the greatest screen sirens of the 20th century and later a militant and controversial animal rights activist.

Politics

5 d. ago Child accused of setting off bomb in shopping centre toilets

No one was physically injured by the explosion.

Events

5 d. ago ‘This is part of our history now’: How Bondi plans to rebuild after horror

A Sydney council will consider how to memorialise the massacre at Australia’s most famous beach, as the community grapples with loss of “15 beautiful souls”.

Events

5 d. ago Tim Picton's alleged attacker freed on bail as he remains in critical condition

The man accused of assaulting Tim Picton has walked free on bail as family of the prominent WA figure speak out.

Events

5 d. ago Screen legend and animal rights activist Brigitte Bardot dies aged 91

Brigitte Bardot, one of the greatest screen sirens of the 20th century and later a militant animal rights activist, has died.

Politics

6 d. ago Catholic order fails to disclose sexual misconduct of key witness

Comments made by a Court of Appeal judge indicate a fresh trial was likely because of serious disclosure breaches by Missionaries of the Sacred Heart.

Politics

9 d. ago A million more Epstein documents suddenly turn up, sparking ‘cover

The discovery of the new files is a stunning 11th-hour development after officials suggested months ago that a comprehensive review had accounted for the vast universe of materials.

Politics

9 d. ago ‘Unwelcome on American soil’: US bans European ‘ideologues’ accused of censorship

It triggered a backlash in Europe, as the US said the bans could be expanded. A One Nation senator applauded the move and urged the Trump administration to “now do Australian politicians”.

Politics

9 d. ago She was MAGA’s favourite conspiracist. Then she dug into Charlie Kirk’s killing

Candace Owens’ foray into conspiracy theories about the death of the conservative activist has some of her long-time allies drawing a line.

Events

9 d. ago Tourist attacked and robbed in St Kilda leaves Australia early

The Norwegian tourist, wrongly accused of taking photos of people at the beach by a group of people, has left Australia early.

Events