Convicted rapist quits Australian parliament after losing legal bid to stay

Gareth Ward was convicted of rape last month but refused to resign from his electorate..

8th August, 2025

Trump calls for Intel boss to resign immediately, alleging China ties

The unusual demand adds to challenges facing the firm, which has been seen as falling behind in the chip race..

8th August, 2025

Heartbreaking search for missing children after India flash floods

Veer Singh and Kali Devi were away buying groceries when flash floods hit their village on Tuesday..

8th August, 2025

US offers $50m reward for arrest of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro

A reward for information leading to the capture of Maduro, who the US accuses of drug trafficking, has been doubled..

8th August, 2025

Mushroom murderer tried to kill husband with pasta, cookies and curry, court was told

One alleged attempt left Simon Patterson in a coma, with his family twice told to say their goodbyes..

8th August, 2025

Wildfires force Turkey to close key waterway

The Dardanelles Strait serves as a key route for commercial shipping between Europe and Asia..

8th August, 2025

Why Trump-Putin talks unlikely to bring rapid end to Ukraine war

Even with Trump's direct involvement, Moscow's preconditions for a ceasefire in Ukraine make a swift ending to the bloodshed difficult to reach..

8th August, 2025

Netanyahu divides Israelis and allies with plan for new military push in Gaza

The Israeli PM's proposals have provoked condemnation from the UK and the UN.

8th August, 2025

What we know about Israel's plan to take over Gaza City

The plan faces fierce opposition within Israel as well as international criticism..

8th August, 2025

Trump Imposes 30% Tariffs on South Africa, Highest Rate for Any African Nation