26 h. ago US military veteran fatally shot after hijacking small plane

An American military veteran was fatally shot after he hijacked a small passenger plane in Belize on Thursday, officials in Belize and the United States confirmed.

Events

32 h. ago Flying to Asia? Australians become spoilt for airline choice

Malaysia Airlines will introduce more daily flights using the all-new Airbus A330neo fleet, which offers enhanced passenger comfort.

Politics

40 h. ago ‘Copied the MAGA model’: The ‘grassroots’ lobby group funded by some of Australia’s richest

The Advance propaganda machine is aimed at ordinary Australians but backed by some of our wealthiest – and has links to a right-wing US foundation.

Politics

57 h. ago ‘Unforgettable’: Colossal squid filmed alive in deep sea for the first time ever

The heaviest invertebrate on the planet was discovered a century ago, but has largely remained a mystery. So much so that a team of scientists had no idea the magnitude of the footage they captured while on an expedition until days later.

Politics

57 h. ago ‘Unforgettable’: Colossal squid filmed alive in deep sea for the first time

The heaviest invertebrate on the planet was discovered a century ago, but has largely remained a mystery. So much so that a team of scientists had no idea the magnitude of the footage they captured while on an expedition until days later.

Politics

57 h. ago Scientists find strongest evidence yet of life on an alien planet

In a potential landmark discovery, scientists examining an alien planet’s atmosphere have detected the chemical fingerprints of gases that on Earth are produced only by biological processes.

Science

63 h. ago Judge threatens Trump officials with contempt over El Salvador deportations

District Judge James Boasberg accused administration officials of wilfully disregarding his order that planes already in the air should return to the US.

Events

3 d. ago As an American, I have never been more afraid for my country’s future

The world is now seeing Donald Trump’s America for exactly what it is becoming: a rogue state led by an impulsive strongman disconnected from the rule of law.

Politics

3 d. ago Home ransacked after thieves target cars at Melbourne Airport

A Mornington Peninsula couple is warning travellers after their car was broken into at a Melbourne Airport car park while they were away on holiday.

Events

3 d. ago $100 leggings for five bucks? The viral TikTok post taunting US consumers

Chinese manufacturers purportedly behind big-name American brands are hitting back at US tariffs. But experts are questioning their legitimacy.

Politics

3 d. ago Construction of motorway to Sydney’s new airport hits financial bumps – again

The cost of the 16-kilometre motorway to Western Sydney International Airport has steadily risen over the past five years.

Events

3 d. ago No one else is making television like Nathan Fielder – that actually might be for the best

The Canadian comedian has done it again, with the jaw-dropping second season of The Rehearsal set in a replica airport.

Politics

4 d. ago Dutton’s admiration for Trump will backfire at election time

Voters might find it difficult to swallow his view of the American president as a “big thinker”, writes Peter Singer.

Politics

4 d. ago Gayle King looks 'miserable' ahead of Blue Origin space flight

American TV host Gayle King looks 'miserable' ahead of Blue Origin space flight alongside star-studded all-female group.

Politics

4 d. ago I booked this flight on Qantas points, but it wasn’t straightforward

American Airlines offers a comfortable, no-fuss flight in economy. If only the process of redeeming a ticket through partner airline points was as hassle-free.

Events

5 d. ago Best dressed in the sky: The top 7 airline uniforms of all time

Passengers may have abandoned “sky style” in favour of yoga pants and pyjamas but airline uniforms have always set the design bar high. Here are the top seven best uniforms from all time. And yes, Qantas made the cut.

Politics

6 d. ago Trump’s made his choices to advantage America. We must make ours for Australia

Since the Second World War, there has been a high degree of alignment between Australia’s national interests and American global leadership. Not any more.

Politics

6 d. ago Trump has made his choices to advantage America. We must make ours for Australia

Since World War II, there has been a high degree of alignment between Australia’s national interests and American global leadership. Not any more.

Politics

8 d. ago Two American Airlines planes clip wings at Washington airport

Two American Airlines planes have clipped wings at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

Transport

8 d. ago A favourite designer of Princess Catherine brings a regal look to airline’s new uniforms

Emilia Wickstead has taken a break from dressing Princess Catherine to creating a uniform for her national airline, filled with Maori significance.

Politics