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Naveed Akram, the man accused of killing 15 people in a December attack on a Hanukkah celebration at Sydney's Bondi Beach, has been charged with 19 additional offenses, bringing the total to 78. The new charges include attempted murder and firearm-related offenses, according to court records and the Australian Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions.
Australia’s High Court ruled that the government cannot use a common law defence to avoid damages for false imprisonment, potentially exposing it to tens of millions of dollars in claims from hundreds of non-citizens held in indefinite detention. The decision follows a landmark 2023 ruling that declared indefinite detention unlawful.
Inpex has applied for urgent orders with Australia's Fair Work Commission to stop industrial action at its Ichthys LNG facility in Darwin, where over 400 workers are escalating strikes over pay and conditions. The commission rejected Inpex's claims of significant economic damage, while union demands and potential impacts on global LNG supply remain contested.
Western Sydney International Airport is set to open to passengers in October, promising 24-hour operations and new flight options. Initial services will be operated by Jetstar, with Qantas, Singapore Airlines, and Air New Zealand also planning routes.
Woolworths has announced plans to offshore hundreds of corporate roles, citing the need to remain competitive amid international expansion and to lower costs. The company will begin consultations with affected staff, while also revealing plans to open 24 new stores, creating about 2,500 roles across Australia and New Zealand.
Serena Williams returned to competitive tennis at the Queen's Club Championships, winning her doubles match alongside Victoria Mboko. She then received a wildcard for the Wimbledon singles draw, marking her Grand Slam comeback after a four-year hiatus.
Australia avoided a series whitewash with a tense one-wicket win in the third ODI against Bangladesh, with Cooper Connolly's maiden international century proving decisive. Bangladesh, however, secured a historic 2-1 series victory, their first over Australia in any format. The series was marked by unexpected turns and standout individual performances.
Teenage breaststroker Sienna Toohey qualified for the Commonwealth Games with a personal best, making her sacrifice of leaving friends worthwhile. Meanwhile, Kaylee McKeown dominated backstroke trials despite illness, expressed frustration at a personal best drought, and hinted at possibly competing at the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.
England cricket captain Ben Stokes and fast bowler Gus Atkinson are under investigation following a nightclub incident after the first Test against New Zealand. Both were omitted from the second Test, with Joe Root taking over as captain, before being reinstated for the third Test after a disciplinary hearing.
The ABC has appointed Simon Robinson, a Reuters deputy editor-in-chief with 16 years of experience, as its new director of news, marking the first external hire in the role in decades. The appointment follows Justin Stevens' resignation, with Managing Director Hugh Marks confirming Stevens was not aware of the search for his replacement.
Integral Diagnostics, operator of Apex Radiology at Kalgoorlie Health Campus, faces allegations of improper Medicare billing. The WA health minister has referred the matter to the state's corruption watchdog, and the company has announced an external audit.
Four US states held primary elections on Tuesday, with Maine's Democratic Senate race drawing national attention as Graham Platner, a political newcomer dogged by controversies, advanced to face Republican incumbent Susan Collins in November.
Former NRL player Kane Evans has publicly come out as gay, revealing the personal struggle and substance abuse he endured during his career. His disclosure has drawn praise from rugby league figures and renewed focus on the sport's record on LGBTQI+ inclusion.
The UK government has issued a three-month ultimatum to Apple and Google to implement technology blocking children from taking, sharing, or viewing nude images on smartphones and tablets. Prime Minister Keir Starmer warned that legislation will follow if companies fail to comply, with potential fines and criminal liability for tech bosses.
A powerful magnitude-7.8 earthquake struck off Mindanao in the southern Philippines, prompting tsunami warnings across several countries. At least 15 deaths are feared and 129 injuries reported, as officials assess damage and President Marcos orders an immediate disaster response.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said migration levels were reducing, responding to a poll showing the populist One Nation party ahead of Labor. The surge, amid cost-of-living pressures and a controversial budget, reflects growing voter frustration with the major parties.
A powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Mindanao in the southern Philippines, killing at least 19 people and injuring over a hundred more, according to initial reports. The quake triggered tsunami warnings across the region, which were later lifted, and caused significant damage to buildings and infrastructure. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered the suspension of classes and mobilized government response efforts.
Oscar Piastri will start the Monaco Grand Prix from seventh on the grid, while Ferrari's Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton set the pace in practice. Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur has returned to the paddock after a brief hospitalization, and McLaren celebrates its 1,000th F1 race.
Kimi Antonelli took pole position for the Monaco Grand Prix, edging Max Verstappen by 0.043 seconds in a dramatic qualifying session. The 19-year-old Italian, who leads the championship, will start ahead of Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton on Sunday.
Pope Leo XIV has expressed support for the US national team ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, which kicks off on June 11. The first American-born pope, who also holds Peruvian citizenship, made the comments during a flight to Spain. The US is co-hosting the tournament with Canada and Mexico.