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Former Australian soldier charged with committing 5 war crime murders in Afghanistan

Former Australian soldier charged with committing 5 war crime murders in Afghanistan

A former Australian soldier has been charged with war crimes on allegations that he killed five unarmed Afghans while serving in Afghanistan from 2009 and 2012
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Method Man Addresses No-Show Controversy on Wu-Tang Clan's Australia Tour

Method Man Addresses No-Show Controversy on Wu-Tang Clan's Australia Tour

Method Man Addresses No-Show Controversy on Wu-Tang Clan's Australia Tour
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Former Sydney Nanny Adriana Rivas to be Extradited to Chile for Kidnapping Charges

Former Sydney Nanny Adriana Rivas to be Extradited to Chile for Kidnapping Charges

Adriana Rivas, a former nanny in Sydney, is set to be extradited to Chile to face charges related to the kidnapping of seven individuals during the regime of Augusto Pinochet. Rivas, who has been in custody since 2019, is accused of participating in the disappearances while working for Pinochet's secret police. Despite her claims that extradition would lead to a trial for crimes against humanity, the Federal Court in Sydney ruled against her, stating that the charges are specifically for aggravated kidnapping. The decision was made in the presence of Chilean diplomatic representatives, with families of the victims closely following the proceedings.
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Method Man Criticizes Promoters Over Wu-Tang Clan Australia Tour No-Show

Method Man Criticizes Promoters Over Wu-Tang Clan Australia Tour No-Show

Method Man Criticizes Promoters Over Wu-Tang Clan Australia Tour No-Show
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Swimming-Chalmers targets Olympic relay gold after Australian Open success

Swimming-Chalmers targets Olympic relay gold after Australian Open success

SYDNEY, April 7 (Reuters) - Kyle Chalmers mowed down his rivals to take the 100 metres freestyle crown at the Australian Open swimming championships on Monday before revealing his desire to finally land an Olympic sprint relay gold in 2028.
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Qantas Flight to U.S. Returns to Sydney After Mid-Air Medical Emergency

Qantas Flight to U.S. Returns to Sydney After Mid-Air Medical Emergency

A Qantas flight bound for Dallas, Texas, was forced to turn back mid-flight after a medical emergency on board. Flight QF7 had been in the air for approximately four hours when it diverted over the North Fiji Basin and returned to Sydney Airport. Australian Olympic diver Sam Fricker was among the passengers and shared footage of the incident. The aircraft dumped fuel over the ocean as a safety measure before landing. The flight landed safely and was met by emergency services. Passengers faced an additional delay before the flight departed again for Dallas.
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Warner Bros. Announces 'Mortal Kombat II' Australian Fan Events Featuring Cast

Warner Bros. Announces 'Mortal Kombat II' Australian Fan Events Featuring Cast

Warner Bros. Announces 'Mortal Kombat II' Australian Fan Events Featuring Cast
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Athletics-American sprinter Richardson wins Stawell Gift from scratch

Athletics-American sprinter Richardson wins Stawell Gift from scratch

April 6 (Reuters) - American sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson powered to victory from the back of the field at Australia's oldest and richest handicap footrace, the Stawell Gift, on Monday.
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How Bill France Jr. Took NASCAR International

How Bill France Jr. Took NASCAR International

was a visionary leader who played a crucial role in expanding NASCAR's reach beyond its traditional American roots. As CEO from 1972 to 2000, he wa...
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Literacy Program Uses Dogs to Boost Children's Reading Confidence

Literacy Program Uses Dogs to Boost Children's Reading Confidence

In Australia, a literacy program called Story Dogs is using dogs to help primary school students improve their reading skills. Tashi, a miniature poodle, is one of 389 dogs participating in the program. The dogs, accompanied by their volunteer owners, provide a non-judgmental audience for children as they read aloud, helping them sound out difficult words and build confidence. The presence of the dogs creates a relaxed and supportive environment, encouraging children to engage more with reading.
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Australia's Social Media Ban for Minors Sparks Global Interest and Enforcement Challenges

Australia's Social Media Ban for Minors Sparks Global Interest and Enforcement Challenges

Australia's ban on social media use for children under 16 has attracted international attention, with countries like Spain and Malaysia considering similar measures. The ban requires platforms to prevent minors from having accounts, with fines up to $49.5 million for non-compliance. Despite initial cooperation from tech companies, enforcement has faced challenges, as many minors continue to use social media. The Australian government is investigating major platforms for potential breaches, while recent US court rulings against Meta and Google for safety lapses have bolstered Australia's stance. The ban aims to address issues like cyberbullying and image-based abuse, but compliance remains a significant hurdle.
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Taiwan says it has assurances over LNG supplies from 'major' country

Taiwan says it has assurances over LNG supplies from 'major' country

TAIPEI, April 4 (Reuters) - Taiwan has received supply assurances from the energy minister of a "major" liquefied natural gas-producing country, the island's economy minister said on Saturday, speaking about the Iran war's impact on Middle East energy imports.