Symbolic UN XI shows Scottish football needs to address its migrant problem Symbolic United Nations XI shows Scottish football needs to address its migrant problem The National (Scotland) · Jul 18
Hanson ‘undermining social cohesion’, Albanese says, as Labor responds to Islamophobia envoy’s report Government’s response to 54 recommendations made by Aftab Malik includes new education taskforce and federal police social cohesion team The Guardian - AU · Jul 18
Aussie swim ace in ominous form ahead of Glasgow Games An Australian swim star who will be among the major drawcards of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games has laid down an ominous marker in training. AAP · Jul 18
The Sarus Crane Mates for Life: The Biology of Monogamy and the Reality of Grief The tallest flying bird in the world, and what it chose to do with thatGrus antigone, the sarus crane, stands up to 1.8 metres tall, making it the tallest flying bird on the planet. It lives across the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and northern Australia, but its stronghold is the… Times Life · Jul 18
Australia expands its fuel buffer against Gulf turmoil Australia's fuel reserves have hit all-time highs as the Iran conflict roils global oil markets, helping keep unleaded around $1.76 a litre in capital cities. AAP · Jul 18
Leader Herbert, Burns equal record 62 at British Open SOUTHPORT, England - Lucas Herbert stormed into a two-shot lead at the British Open on Friday after the Australian and American Sam Burns equalled the record for the lowest round in major golf history on Friday with eight-under par 62s. Bangkok Post · Jul 18
Millions of flat-dwelling Australians are missing out on rooftop solar. Can new incentives bridge the installation gap? Apartment living can be a barrier to solar and battery adoption. Here’s how to navigate the hurdles and practicalities The Guardian - AU · Jul 18
Tourists warned after methanol-poisoning charges laid A distillery owner has been charged after a mass methanol poisoning incident that killed two Australian teens, but there's concern justice may not be served. AAP · Jul 17
Australia updates travel advice for Laos as charges announced over mass methanol poisoning Distillery owner could face only three months in jail over alleged poisoning of Australian teenagers The Guardian - AU · Jul 17
A law alone cannot keep kids safe online Few would dispute the need to protect children online. As global concerns grow over cyberbullying, online predators and excessive screen time, Thai child advocates and lawmakers are increasingly pointing to Australia's landmark social media ban as a model worth considering. Yet Australia's experience suggests the issue is far more complex… Bangkok Post · Jul 17
Spence vs Tszyu: Start time, undercard and how to watch fight Spence’s first fight in three years sees him venture to hostile territory, in Tszyu’s home country of Australia The Independent UK · Jul 17
Bad memories: Wallabies on alert for Italy clash Australia have lost twice in a row to Italy, but the Wallabies are vowing to make amends in Perth in a bid to farewell coach Joe Schmidt in style. AAP · Jul 17
Mel C 'to marry partner Chris Dingwall in secret' - but one Spice Girl won't be there The singer known as Sporty Spice has been with the Australian model since 2024 Evening Standard · Jul 17
Sir Garfield Sobers, great West Indies all-rounder, dies aged 89 Perhaps the most complete cricketer who ever lived, ‘Garry’ Sobers excelled with bat and ball to help usher in an era of West Indian dominance The Independent UK · Jul 17
The Guardian - AU · Jul 17 Australian MPs are facing a rising tide of security threats. Our national politics has lost its down-to-earth spirit The price of higher security for MPs is further distancing between decision makers and those who elect them
The Guardian - AU · Jul 17 The rising cost of Australian ski resorts: ‘It was like throwing $100 bills out the window as we drove up the mountain’ Australia experienced a boom in beginner-friendly skiing in the 1980s and 1990s. But have global heating and rising lift prices ended that run?
The Guardian - AU · Jul 17 Robodebt whistleblower was told her royal commission evidence ‘could cost you your job’, court hears Exclusive: Jeannie-Marie Blake is suing the Australian government over alleged threats, which her department denies making
The Guardian - AU · Jul 17 Jana Armstrong and her sister made a pact to care for each other’s children should the worst happen. Then it did Faith Issacs knew her big sister was in terrible trouble a few days before her body was found – because nothing would have kept her from her infant son
The Guardian - AU · Jul 17 A friend, Facebook or ... Ukraine? No easy surrogacy options for Australian families desperate for children With huge amounts of money at stake and power imbalances in play, the Australian Law Reform Commission is looking at how to better regulate the industry
Metal Hammer · Jul 17 “They let me put a grand piano on the snake pit”: What’s it like supporting Metallica in stadiums? Evanescence’s Amy Lee calls it “so fun” The band behind Bring Me To Life supported the metal giants in Australia and New Zealand last year
The Independent UK · Jul 17 Australian golfer Lucas Herbert matches the major championship record with a 62 at the British Open Lucas Herbert of Australia has matched the major championship scoring record in men’s golf with an 8-under 62, missing a 5-foot par putt on the final hole at Royal Birkdale that would have given him the record alone
Golf Monthly · Jul 17 Who Is Lucas Herbert? The LIV Golf Star Contending At The Open Lucas Herbert stormed to the top of the leaderboard during the second round of The Open, but who is he?
Tom’s Hardware · Jul 17 AI data centers must produce as much power as they use, Australia PM says — new national AI framework will also ensure water efficiency and protect intellectual property rights Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced the "Australian Standards for A.I.," which will serve as a national framework for data center developments related to AI. The government plans to set this legislative agenda as more AI hyperscalers are setting their sights on the country for its vast land and abundant…
WhatToWatch · Jul 17 Where to watch World Cup Final 2026 FREE: Spain vs Argentina live streams How to watch Spain vs Argentina in the World Cup final 2026 online and from anywhere, with the champions of Europe taking on the title holders.
The Independent UK · Jul 17 ‘Deeply frustrated’ Australia summons Laos ambassador over methanol-poisoning charges Melbourne backpackers fell fatally sick in 2024 after taking ‘free shots’ of what they thought was Laotian vodka