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Derryn Hinch, the Australian broadcaster and former senator known as the 'Human Headline', has died at age 82. Tributes from colleagues and political figures highlight his decades-long career, his distinctive style, and his controversial crusades that led to jail time. A state funeral was held in Melbourne.
South Australian police are investigating the death of a person at a regional hospital, with Senator Kerrynne Liddle alleging the death occurred during a Telstra outage. Telstra says it found no record of Triple Zero calls from the person's address and no outages in the area, while police are preparing a report for the coroner.
Telstra CEO Vicki Brady has publicly apologized for the nationwide mobile outage that disrupted services for hours, acknowledging that timing-system risks were known. The company faces a Senate inquiry and regulatory investigation, while South Australian police examine a death potentially linked to the outage.
The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion has criticized X Corp for failing to cooperate with its inquiry, with counsel assisting describing the company's conduct as showing 'shocking disrespect and disregard' for online safety. The Online Hate Prevention Institute also told the inquiry that Elon Musk's leadership and mass layoffs have contributed to a rise in antisemitic content on the platform.
Cruz Hewitt has reached the Wimbledon boys' semifinal without dropping a set, while Australian doubles pairings made strong showings. Storm Hunter and Marc Polmans reached the mixed doubles final, and Thanasi Kokkinakis advanced to the men's doubles semifinals.
Australia has lodged a formal objection to a US proposal to impose a 12.5% tariff on Australian products, arguing there is no credible evidentiary basis for the finding. The tariff, linked to a broader investigation into forced labor, has drawn criticism from Australian officials and industry leaders, who say it unfairly singles out Australia compared to other nations.
Italian infrastructure firm Webuild is defending two criminal proceedings brought by WorkSafe NSW over alleged safety failures that exposed five workers to the risk of death or serious injury at the Snowy Hydro 2.0 project. The cases involve separate incidents at Lobs Hole and Tantangara Dam, with the company pleading not guilty in both matters.
The Guardian has reported that an undisclosed £5m gift to Nigel Farage was flagged to the National Crime Agency over money-laundering concerns, and that separate transactions involving senior Reform UK figures were the subject of suspicious activity reports. Farage has announced his resignation and byelection in Clacton-on-Sea, prompting cross-party calls for him to 'come clean' over his financial affairs.
India and Australia have signed a series of agreements covering civil nuclear energy, maritime security, and critical minerals, alongside a new defence and security declaration. The pacts aim to deepen military cooperation and advance economic ties, with both leaders emphasizing the importance of a peaceful Indo-Pacific.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Australia's Governor-General Sam Mostyn in Melbourne, discussing enduring bilateral bonds and the multifaceted partnership. He also addressed the India-Australia CEO Forum, met former PM Scott Morrison, and witnessed cultural performances.
Australia and India have finalised arrangements for uranium exports during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Australia. The deal, announced alongside a civil nuclear agreement, aims to support India's clean energy goals under IAEA safeguards.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh singer known for the 1980s hit 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' has died aged 75 in a hospital in Portugal. Her family confirmed she was being treated for an illness. The song's enduring popularity and her distinctive voice are highlighted across global obituaries.
A major Telstra outage disrupted phone services, trains, and emergency calls across Australia. While the fault was traced to a time-keeping server, the opposition faced criticism for raising unsubstantiated claims of Chinese interference and for test calls to triple zero.
Former NSW MP Daryl Maguire has been found guilty of conspiracy in a fraudulent visa scheme that targeted Chinese nationals seeking permanent residency. The trial heard he recruited businesses in his electorate, with cash payments and misleading applications central to the case. His conviction for misleading evidence to the corruption watchdog was separately overturned.
Western Australian Premier Roger Cook has unveiled a cabinet reshuffle triggered by the resignation of veteran minister Paul Papalia, with rookie MP Daniel Pastorelli taking his place in cabinet. The changes come ahead of a by-election in the seat of Secret Harbour, where One Nation is hoping to make gains.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has received multiple foreign honours during diplomatic visits, including a controversial Seychelles award created just for him, complete with a certificate containing spelling errors. Reports detail a pattern of awards, raising questions about their significance and diplomatic implications.
The Emmy nominations were announced, with Widow's Bay earning 19 nods and Hacks breaking a record with 24. Mariska Hargitay is set to host. Meanwhile, Stranger Things missed out on major categories, and a look at some of the best new TV shows of the year.
Telstra customers faced continued difficulties reaching Triple Zero on Thursday as a secondary issue from Wednesday's nationwide outage persisted. The company reported a 90% reduction in call errors but said some people may still be unable to contact emergency services. Regional rail services in Victoria remained suspended, and police conducted welfare checks on callers.
The US State Department criticized China for providing only a few hours' notice before a submarine-launched ballistic missile test in the Pacific, saying it fell short of standards followed by other nuclear powers. The test, China's first known SLBM launch since 1982, drew concern from regional nations and analysts see it as a strategic signal.
Arthur Fery, a 23-year-old British wildcard, stunned Wimbledon by reaching the semifinals after a straight-sets win over ninth seed Flavio Cobolli. He will face Alexander Zverev next, and his fairy-tale run has made him a national sensation.