Banning something to reduce harm is a tricky business. Here’s what works The upcoming social media ban for people aged under 16 continues to be hotly debated. The Conversation · Sep 22, 2025
Spring air is humming with insects. But we’re blind to what’s happening to them Spring in Australia has arrived like a celebration. Magpies are warbling in the morning, wildflowers are bursting open across bushland, and the air is humming with life as tiny creatures have stirred back into action after the winter: bees darting between flowers, dragonflies skimming across ponds, and swarms of flying… The Conversation · Sep 22, 2025
Vaccine site could save Australia billions in pandemic Australia's first sovereign mRNA vaccine facility could give the nation a shot in the arm against the next pandemic, an independent report says. AAP · Sep 22, 2025
Trade minister could get a big shot at US tariff shift The trade minister hopes to meet US counterpart Jamieson Greer in what could provide a major opportunity at securing Australian tariff relief. AAP · Sep 22, 2025
Handshakes, trade and Palestine as PM takes world stage Australia has used a major UN meeting to push for an elusive trade deal, while the prime minister's address trumpeted the cause of Palestinian statehood. AAP · Sep 22, 2025
'When I hit the cobbles, I got stuck and couldn't find the gear again' - Australia's Felicity Wilson-Haffenden blows up using 1x gear during U23 women's time trial 2023 Junior world champion promises to return to win world title in years to come Cycling News · Sep 22, 2025
The UK, France, Canada and Australia have recognised Palestine – what does that mean? Expert Q+A The UK, France, Canada and Australia are among a group of nations that are moving to formally recognise the state of Palestine like most other states have done over the years. This move is a major diplomatic shift and turning point in one of the world’s most intractable conflicts. Here’s… The Conversation · Sep 22, 2025
Are we there yet? Everything you need to know about the electric vehicle revolution in Australia After a comparably slow start ‘it’s going to snowball’ says one industry expert as prices become more competitive and charging infrastructure catches up The Guardian - AU · Sep 22, 2025
American staffordshires are NSW’s most attack-prone dog – but there may be more to the data Australian Veterinary Association says aggression is ‘more reliably predicted’ by owner behaviour and individual dog experience than by breed alone The Guardian - AU · Sep 22, 2025
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Asia Cup Follow all the action from Sheikh Zayed Stadium The Independent UK · Sep 22, 2025
Israeli politicians react bitterly to international recognitions of Palestinian state Experts say move by nations including UK and Australia won’t change government policy and could strengthen its grip on power The Guardian - UK · Sep 22, 2025
Potts in contention for England’s Ashes squad as Woakes faces race to be fit Matthew Potts could be handed a spot in England’s main Ashes squad when Rob Key and the selectors finalise their plans for Australia The Guardian - UK · Sep 22, 2025
UCI Road World Championships 2025 under-23 time trial start times The full order and start times for the 49 women and 61 men competing Cycling Weekly · Sep 22, 2025
How deportation of alleged crime boss turned sour An alleged boss of a major criminal network who is accused of murdering two rivals may have been illegally deported to Australia, a court has found. AAP · Sep 22, 2025
The Guardian - UK · Sep 22, 2025 Abbas says Hamas must ‘surrender their weapons’ – as it happened This blog is now closed
The Guardian - AU · Sep 22, 2025 Sky News Australia admits editorial failure after guest insults Islam while wearing bacon-covered shirt Host Freya Leach sat silently while Ryan Williams called Muslims terrorists and explained he ‘wore’ bacon to protect himself from alleged threats of beheading
AAP · Sep 22, 2025 Instagram's AI age-check targets Aussie teens A social media giant is using AI technology to identify users suspected to be younger than 18, and applying "teen account" settings to restrict content.
International Business Times UK · Sep 22, 2025 Starmer Recognises Palestine — What It Means For UK And The World Keir Starmer formally recognises Palestine, joining Canada & Australia in a 2025 push for a two-state solution. Netanyahu slams it as a 'terrorism reward' amid rising UN genocide claims. Here's what it means for UK foreign policy & global peace efforts.
The Independent UK · Sep 22, 2025 Australia will overhaul telecommunications after Optus emergency call failure linked to 4 deaths Australia has foreshadowed changes to the nation’s telecommunications industry after a major company’s failure to connect hundreds of emergency calls was linked to four deaths
AAP · Sep 22, 2025 'Bring it home': PM's diplomatic fight for climate meet Anthony Albanese will use a visit to the UN to make the case for a rival country to drop its bid to host a major climate summit in order for Australia to host.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 22, 2025 Nations’ plans to ramp up coal, gas and oil extraction ‘will put climate goals beyond reach’ New data shows governments now planning more fossil fuel production in coming decades than they were in 2023
AAP · Sep 22, 2025 Brailey and Grant could be best of teammates or rivals Blayke Brailey's brilliant 2025 season could have him in contention for a spot in Australia's Ashes squad, but the door is also open to England for the No.9.
The Conversation · Sep 22, 2025 Alexis Wright has revitalised Australian literature, but a new book by a ‘superfan’ overlooks an important aspect of her work Is there an author more fêted and adored in Australia right now than Alexis Wright? In the two years since the publication of her fourth novel, Praiseworthy (2023), she has been garlanded with awards and ascended to new heights of international recognition, including entering the betting table last year as…
AAP · Sep 22, 2025 Miners lead the charge as Aussie shares push higher Australian shares have started the week on the right foot but handed back some early gains as lumbering financials and real estate stocks capped the upside.
AAP · Sep 22, 2025 'Unprecedented threats': UN protections for aid workers Aid workers on the frontline of conflict will be afforded fresh protections following a declaration by Australia at the United Nations.