20 Common Scams and How to Spot Them
The rise of artificial intelligence is supercharging new and more sophisticated scams.
‘It Will Follow the Money’: Carroll Unveils Big Build Royal Commission
Commissioner Chris Kourakis will decide who is called to give evidence, including former premiers Jacinta Allan and Daniel Andrews.
Labor, Coalition Back Expansion of ASIO Questioning Powers
A bill to expand the intelligence agency’s capabilities by making its compulsory questioning powers permanent has passed its second reading in Parliament.
Chinese Solar Executive’s Attempted Tea Bag Bribe a ‘Cultural Thing’
A Chinese businessman who tried to bribe a public official is allowed to return home.
Iron Ore Giant’s Profit Falls 15 Percent as ‘Green Metals’ Gamble Takes Toll
Fortescue's bottom line also suffered after it was ordered to pay $150 million to an Aboriginal corporation.
Brazilian Police Say At Least 23 Killed in Minibus and Truck Crash
A minibus and a truck collided head-on in the southern Brazilian state of Parana, killing at least 23 people and injuring five others.
Death Toll in Mine Collapse in Central African Republic Rises to More Than 100
The death toll from a gold mine collapse in a western part of Central African Republic has risen to more than 100.
Minerals Council Vows to Fight Victorian Mining Fee Rises of Up to 400 Percent
The new fees take effect in January 2027.
Ambassador Says Israel ‘Grieves’ Over Aid Worker’s Death After IDF Findings
The IDF acknowledged serious failures in the military operation, but said its personnel’s decisions did not amount to criminal misconduct.
Australia's Debt Hits $1 Trillion Mark for the First Time
The national debt briefly crossed this major milestone after the sale of bonds during the week.
Alberta Reaffirms Commitment to Combat Human Trafficking With $5.5 Million Grant Funding
In 2025–26, a provincial agency reported that 63 victims were rescued from human trafficking, while police arrested 73 suspects and laid 159 charges.
8 Ways Australians Can Navigate Rising Taxes and Living Costs
'If you dream it, make it happen or forever it will remain a dream,'—consider that thoughtful financial planning is more important than ever.
Property-Owning Pensioners Face Cut to Support Payments Under New Rules
The deeming rate, which the government uses to assess pensioners' social security payments, will increase on Sept. 20.
China Purges Senior Military Systems Engineer Amid Expanding Crackdown Within Military
Zhao Xiaozhe’s removal from China’s top engineering academy follows a series of similar actions against military-linked scientists and officials.
Kids’ Game Given 3 Months to Bolster Child Safety
The eSafety Commission alleged Roblox does not have adequate measures to prevent contact between adults and under-16s.
Trump Says US Will Wage Unprecedented ‘Economic Warfare’ Against Iran
‘No one has given the Islamic Republic of Iran a greater opportunity to make a Deal than me,’ the president said.
‘It Will Cause Suicides’: Senators Unite Against New $5,000 Limit on Veteran Health Support
The $5,000 cap is due to begin on July 1, 2027, whereby veterans needing more funding support will need to apply.
Trump Says He Plans to Meet With North Korean Leader This Year
The United States joined Japan and South Korea earlier this year to raise concerns over North Korea's active nuclear weapons program.
Trump Says US Might Restart Iran Negotiations ‘At Some Point’
The president said the United States has imposed 'draconian sanctions' on the regime and continues to enforce its naval blockade of Iranian ports.
Carney Calls on Provinces to Start Selling US Alcohol Again at Stores, Remove Restrictions on US Suppliers
Prime Minister Mark Carney has asked provinces to restock American alcohol on shelves and ensure there are no provincial government barriers to buying goods and services from U.S. suppliers, according to Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston. Houston said Carney raised the matter with premiers in a virtual meeting held Aug. 19 and said Carney told […]
