Australian Federal Police Issue Warning After ‘Tidal Wave’ Of Date Rape Drug Hits Aussie Shores Authorities have sounded the alarm over the use of the drug to spike drinks. Pedestrian.tv · May 6, 2025
Who is Anthony Pratt, the Australian recycling billionaire who turned heads at the Met Gala? The head of Pratt Holdings was called a friend by Donald Trump and hosted a victory party at Mar-a-Lago after the 2024 election The Guardian - AU · May 6, 2025
Unretired Andrew Moloney back in world title frame Andrew Moloney has been offered a path to a second world title, less than a year after the Australian, stewing over a controversial loss, quit boxing in a rage. AAP · May 6, 2025
After Canada and Australia, could Donald Trump really be the saviour of centre-left politics? The picture is complex, experts say, despite two resounding wins for liberal parties in national elections, after polls had put them on track for defeat The Guardian - AU · May 6, 2025
All smiles as Elvis earns late PGA Championship entry Rising star Elvis Smylie has boosted Australia's US PGA Championship tilt to seven after earning a late special exemption to golf's second major of 2025. AAP · May 6, 2025
Equestrian star set to take over Brisbane 2032 reins A former Filipino equestrian star is set to take over the reins of the Brisbane Games after being unveiled as the 2032 Olympics co-ordination commission chair. AAP · May 6, 2025
The ‘feminisation’ of Labor is a key reason Australians embraced it – and Anthony Albanese Watching elections over the decades, one thing that has struck me is that results are invariably hyperbolised in the first blush of the people’s verdict. The achievement of the winners is over-egged in the commentary, as is the scale of the calamity suffered by the losers. The Conversation · May 6, 2025
New Zealand’s prime minister proposes social media ban for under-16s The draft bill is modelled on Australian laws and would force digital platforms to verify the age of users or face heavy fines The Guardian - AU · May 6, 2025
Nando’s Is Slinging PERi Mac & Cheese (AKA The Adult Version) So We Can Enjoy It In Peace Here's when you can take a bite into Nando's PERi Mac & Cheese in Australia, before it melts away for good. Pedestrian.tv · May 6, 2025
Australian shares ease slightly in subdued trade The Australian share market has edged lower as investors digested market updates and de-risked ahead of key macroeconomic events. AAP · May 6, 2025
Australia and North America have long fought fires together – but new research reveals that has to change Climate change is lengthening fire seasons across much of the world. This means the potential for wildfires at any time of the year, in both hemispheres, is increasing. The Conversation · May 6, 2025
A new publisher will focus on books by men. Are male writers and readers under threat? A new publisher, Conduit Books, founded by UK novelist and critic Jude Cook, will focus on publishing literary fiction and memoirs by men: at least initially. Conduit is currently seeking its launch title, “preferably a debut novel by a male UK novelist under 35”. It aims to publish three books… The Conversation · May 6, 2025
Trump called for 100% tariff on foreign films a day after Jon Voight proposed ‘limited’ tariffs Actor was assigned by Trump to come up with a plan to save Hollywood, but his proposal only included tariffs ‘in certain limited circumstances’ The Guardian - AU · May 6, 2025
Young Socceroos to face side who ignited Messi's career Australia's Young Socceroos will receive a U20 World Cup tune-up in two friendlies against Argentina, one of the greatest youth national teams in football. AAP · May 5, 2025
The Guardian - AU · May 5, 2025 Morning Mail: Israel’s ‘intensified’ plan to seize Gaza, the voters that swung to Labor, Liberals in crisis ‘Intensified’ miltary operation will involve evacuation of ‘most of population’; Chinese Australians were key factor in marginal seats
The Conversation · May 5, 2025 Labor has the chance to do something big in its second term. What policy reforms should it take on? Labor’s historic election victory means the Albanese government has a rare opportunity to pursue a big, bold reform agenda. The scale of the victory all but guarantees a third term in office after the next election in 2028, and entrenches Anthony Albanese’s authority as prime minister.
TechRadar · May 5, 2025 What is the release date and time for Star Wars: Andor season 2 episodes 7 to 9 on Disney+? Andor season 2 act 3 will hit Disney+ very soon – here's when you'll be able to stream the series' next three chapters.
The Independent UK · May 5, 2025 Five key questions for Andy Farrell ahead of British and Irish Lions squad announcement The Lions boss is preparing to unveil his touring party to take on the Wallabies in Australia
AAP · May 5, 2025 South Africa's Rabada cleared to play Australia in WTC Kagiso Rabada will be free to claim his 50th Australian Test wicket at next month's World Test Championship in London after completing a one-month drug ban.
The Guardian - AU · May 5, 2025 Huge swings to Labor from Chinese Australian voters in key seats show Liberals failed to rebuild trust, experts say Community convincingly chooses Labor in Melbourne and Sydney seats, despite opposition efforts to engage after 2022 review
The Guardian - AU · May 5, 2025 What is the best time to see the Eta Aquariids meteor shower? Where and how can I see it in Australia? This display caused by Earth passing through debris from Halley’s Comet will be most visible on Wednesday – but only if you’re up before dawn
The Guardian - AU · May 5, 2025 Madness, murder and rape on the Batavia: new theory on Australia’s most horrific shipwreck Dutch academic says an ‘unlikely story about a mad heretic’ has been repeated for 400 years – and poses an alternative
The Guardian - AU · May 5, 2025 ‘Far worse than Morrison’: where did the Coalition lose the election? while middle-aged Australians targeted with a fuel cut and tax offset also abandoned the opposition
The Guardian - AU · May 5, 2025 As Australia’s election result reminds us, News Corp no longer has the power to sway voters The declining power of the Murdoch press is part of the wider story of the waning influence of mainstream media
The Guardian - AU · May 5, 2025 Australia has backed a rapid shift to renewable energy – and given Labor a chance on climate. How will it act? After a landslide election win, there will never be a better chance to shake off old policy impasses and deliver a more ambitious plan for the environment