Australia news live: entire town of Daly River evacuated with flood waters to rise as NT residents warned ‘crocs absolutely everywhere’
Follow today’s news headlines liveAustralia may offer military support to Gulf nations facing Iran strikes but won’t participate in a ground war, Wong saysGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastNSW begins search for private partner to help build Sydney’s second major film studioThe NSW government has opened expressions of interest for the location and management of a prospective new major film studio in Sydney, offering public land for private companies’ development as part of the scheme.Sydney is already a popular destination for international film production … Beyond Hollywood, there is large demand for Bollywood films in Australia, with Indian filmmakers continuing to use the visually striking look of Australia in their films.We know the demand is there, and there’s a critical need [for] more studio space.This second film studio will create new job opportunities for the sector, support local stories, provide huge economic benefit and attract international blockbusters to the state. NSW is, after all, the place for every story.The best option at the moment – because the airspace is only open on an ad-hoc basis, the safety authorities in those countries have to make an assessment of when it’s safe to fly – the best option is for Australians to take commercial flights. Now, we’ve seen that some of those flights haven’t been full. We’ve seen the cost of tickets. We’re pretty disappointed by that, to be honest. And we’ve made that disappointment known to the airlines. Continue reading...
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Trump says Iran being ‘decimated’ but refuses to rule out US troop deployment – Middle East crisis live
US president claims US and Israel are ‘winning the war by a lot’ amid overnight explosions in TehranFull report: Iran rejects Trump’s demand for unconditional surrender as a ‘dream’From ‘peace president’ to Operation Epic Fury: Trump’s road to warThe Saudi defence minister, Prince Khalid bin Salman, urged Iran on Saturday to “avoid miscalculation” after missile and drone launches at the kingdom.Saudi Arabia’s defence ministry said earlier in the day it had blocked repeated missile launches at an airbase housing US military personnel and drone attacks at a major oilfield.We stressed that such actions undermine regional security and stability and expressed hope that the Iranian side will exercise wisdom and avoid miscalculation. Continue reading...
Three teenagers charged with murder after man stabbed while trying to intervene in Melbourne train station fight
Police arrest 16-year-old, 17-year-old and 18-year-old over ‘savage’ attack on 22-year-old manFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThree teenagers have been charged with murder after a man who tried to intervene and help a 14-year-old schoolboy was killed in a “savage” stabbing attack.Emergency crews were called to the Mernda train station in Melbourne’s north-east on Friday evening after reports of a fight among teenagers. Continue reading...
Mideast Fighting: Live Updates: U.S.-Israeli Strikes Grow as Fuel Depots Burn in Tehran
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the attacks on fuel storage, an expansion of the bombing campaign, were aimed at helping destabilize Iran’s government. Iran’s de facto leader vowed to seek vengeance for the killing of the nation’s supreme leader.
Recent U.S. Assessment Found an Attack on Iran Unlikely to Result in Regime Change
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Special relationship gets special treatment - Trump is clearly bruised by an ally turning its back
Lest there be any doubt, the special relationship is pending repair.
Weight-loss treatments boom as Kenyan attitudes to beauty change
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Trump vows to 'take care of Cuba,' praises Venezuela cooperation at summit
Trump made the promise in front of an assembled meeting of Latin American leaders.
Spectacular images reveal unique sea creatures and corals off Caribbean islands
Scientists discover underwater mountain ranges, golden towers of coral, and never-before-seen sea creatures.