15 h. ago Zelenskyy challenges Putin to meet him in person and end Ukraine war

President Zelenskyy declares he'll be waiting to hold talks with Russian leader Putin in Turkey for peace talks.

Events

15 h. ago ‘I carry in my heart the suffering’: New pope’s plea for peace before 100,000 pilgrims

In his first Sunday address as pontiff, Pope Leo XIV appealed for a ceasefire in Gaza, peace in Ukraine, and applauded the tentative truce between India and Pakistan.

Politics

16 h. ago Last surviving American hostage in Gaza to be released, Hamas says

The group says Edan Alexander will be handed over as part of efforts to establish a ceasefire, reopen crossings into the territory and resume the delivery of aid.

Events

29 h. ago Zelensky says Ukraine ‘ready to meet’ as Putin offers direct talks

Ukraine’s president says Vladimir Putin’s comments are “a positive sign that the Russians have finally begun to consider ending the war”.

Politics

35 h. ago Putin offers direct talks with Ukraine as Europe threatens tougher sanctions

The Russian president offered to restart negotiations after European leaders met in Kyiv to discuss a ceasefire plan.

Events

39 h. ago Explosions reported hours after India and Pakistan reach ceasefire deal

India and Pakistan have accused each other of violating a ceasefire deal after explosions were reported.

Events

42 h. ago Explosions reported hours after India and Pakistan agree to a ceasefire

India accused Pakistan of violating a ceasefire deal made hours earlier after US-led talks to end the most serious military confrontation between the nuclear-armed rivals in decades.

Events

42 h. ago India and Pakistan ceasefire agreement in jeopardy after reports of airstrikes

The two countries agreed to a “full and immediate ceasefire” on Saturday, but within hours Pakistan accused India of breaching it.

Events

48 h. ago India and Pakistan agree to a ‘full and immediate ceasefire’

Pakistan’s foreign minister confirmed both countries had agreed to a ceasefire “with immediate effect”.

Events

49 h. ago European leaders unite, call Trump to propose unconditional ceasefire in Ukraine war

The leaders of Britain, France, Germany and Poland have joined with Ukraine to propose an unconditional 30-day ceasefire.

Politics

55 h. ago European leaders unite on train to Kyiv after Putin hosts Xi at elaborate parade

The show of unity behind Volodymyr Zelensky comes after one EU leader defied his colleagues and airspace restrictions to attend the Russian celebration.

Politics

58 h. ago ‘It looks like a war’: Pakistan claims retaliation against India

The announcement that the military had used missiles to target Indian facilities prompted a show of public support across Pakistan.

Events

59 h. ago ‘Being loud about our feelings’: Gracie Abrams leads an arena

At the first of the pop star’s three sold-out Melbourne shows, she announced her intention for the night: “My goal for the show is that it’s kind of a big duet.”

Politics

66 h. ago Sending ‘gifts’ to Russian soldiers: The punk rocker making drones in a Kyiv basement

As Ukrainian soldiers fight desperately for their homeland’s survival, civilians are coming up with inventive ways to supply them with lethal weapons.

Events

3 d. ago ASX set for flat open; US stocks gain as Trump says ‘buy’ before China talks

The Australian sharemarket is set for a sluggish start, even as Wall Street rose overnight after Donald Trump announced a trade deal with the UK and made encouraging comments on this weekend’s talks with China.

Politics

4 d. ago AFL hands down verdict as Rioli apologises, Port deliver anti

Port Adelaide forward Willie Rioli will not play in this weekend’s Showdown against Adelaide as the league announced a one-match ban hours after Rioli said he would not play this week.

Politics

4 d. ago AFL hands down verdict as Rioli apologises, takes time away from football

Port Adelaide forward Willie Rioli will not play in this weekend’s Showdown against Adelaide as the league announced a one-match ban hours after Rioli said he would not play this week.

Sport

4 d. ago ‘Press play and stay’: Netflix wants to stop your mindless scrolling

The streaming giant has announced a major redesign of its homepage menu, including the use of a Generative AI tool. Here’s how it will look and work.

Politics

4 d. ago Would you pay $135 to watch a squad get named? Welcome to Lions mania

After four years of feverish debate, the British and Irish Lions will announce a squad to tour Australia on Thursday night. Here is everything you need to know.

Economics

4 d. ago The titan and the terrier: How Roger Cook outfoxed the brains behind a ‘commercial colossus’

Make no mistake, WA’s Premier gave a firm middle finger to National Rugby League bosses when he waited until they had settled into their flight to WA to announce the Perth Bears NRL deal.

Society