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US firm fined for Australian immigration security failures. How much? Border force refuses to say

The US private prison company MTC has been fined by the Australian government following a series of security failures, including the escape of high-risk detainees from immigration detention centres. However, the Australian Border Force has refused to disclose the amount of the penalty. The development follows reports of staff being hospitalised due to inadequate training and equipment at MTC-run facilities.

1 outlet · 2 articles May 28, 2026

(LEAD) N. Korea slams Quad statement calling for Pyongyang's denuclearization

North Korea has denounced the Quad's joint statement reaffirming commitment to its complete denuclearization, vowing never to abandon its nuclear arsenal. The statement followed the Quad foreign ministers' meeting in New Delhi, which also addressed North Korea's recent missile launches and maritime security initiatives.

2 outlets · 5 articles May 28, 2026

Australia charges woman who returned from Syria with joining Islamic State

An Australian woman who returned from Syria has been charged with being a member of the Islamic State group and entering a declared conflict zone. The 34-year-old, identified as Rayann El Houli, appeared in a Melbourne court to apply for bail, with her lawyer stating she renounces any allegiance to the group.

4 outlets · 5 articles May 28, 2026

Flooding rains expected across three Australian states as parched interior receives drenching

Severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall are forecast across eastern and south-eastern Australia, with flash flood warnings issued in New South Wales, Queensland, and Tasmania. The Bureau of Meteorology attributes the wet weather to a low-pressure trough drawing tropical moisture, while also noting signs of El Niño development. Rainfall totals could reach 60mm in NSW and 70mm in Tasmania, with flood watches in place for the Hunter and mid-north coast.

1 outlet · 2 articles May 28, 2026

Anti-abortion activist concedes pictures of human foetuses may have been sugar glider joeys

Anti-abortion activist Joanna Howe has acknowledged that a graphic image she used to promote her cause may actually depict sugar glider joeys, not aborted human foetuses. Digital forensics experts and medical specialists say the image is almost certainly of marsupials, raising questions about the activist's fact-checking.

1 outlet · 2 articles May 28, 2026

Australia is a global battery giant and one state is leading the charge

Australia is cementing its status as a global leader in battery adoption, with Western Australia's rapid grid-scale expansion and a nationwide surge in home batteries driven by government subsidies. The country's aggressive deployment is already beginning to lower electricity prices, marking a significant step in its energy transition.

2 outlets · 2 articles May 27, 2026

China asks Quad to stop meddling in maritime affairs in its neighbourhood

China has called on the Quad grouping to stop meddling in maritime affairs near its waters, following the Quad Foreign Ministers' meeting in New Delhi that voiced concerns over the South and East China Seas. Beijing reiterated its opposition to exclusive alliances and bloc confrontation, while the Quad announced expanded cooperation in critical minerals and maritime infrastructure.

1 outlet · 2 articles May 27, 2026

Amanda Rishworth says jobseekers will no longer be forced to submit ‘endless’ pointless job applications

The Albanese government has proposed a major overhaul of Australia's employment services system, introducing a three-tiered model tailored to jobseekers' needs. Employment Minister Amanda Rishworth says mutual obligations will become more individualized, moving away from 'endless' job applications. The reforms have drawn cautious support but also criticism for not going far enough.

2 outlets · 6 articles May 27, 2026

Paul Keating urges Labor to stick with capital gains tax overhaul and avoid exemptions that would hurt economy

Former prime minister Paul Keating has urged the Albanese government to proceed with its planned capital gains tax reforms, warning that carve-outs could distort the economy. Business groups have pushed back, arguing the changes would harm investment, while the government prepares to introduce legislation relying on Greens support.

2 outlets · 3 articles May 27, 2026

South Korea eyes first nuclear submarine by mid-2030s, but hurdles run deep

South Korea has formally announced plans to build its first nuclear-powered attack submarine by the mid-2030s, with US endorsement but lingering disputes over construction location, nuclear fuel supplies, and trade commitments. Analysts note the program is part of a broader regional undersea arms race involving China, North Korea, and Japan.

3 outlets · 4 articles May 27, 2026

Birrell stuns fifth seed as Osaka and Sabalenka dazzle at French Open

Kimberly Birrell upset Jessica Pegula at the French Open, while Aryna Sabalenka and Naomi Osaka advanced in style. Sabalenka later beat Osaka to reach the quarterfinals, where she will face Diana Shnaider.

4 outlets · 8 articles May 26, 2026

Russia is targeting UK’s infrastructure and democracy, GCHQ head to say

In her inaugural public speech, GCHQ Director Anne Keast-Butler is set to warn that Russia is relentlessly targeting UK infrastructure, democratic processes, supply chains, and public trust, while China's rapid technological advancements narrow the window for Western countermeasures. She will also reveal new intelligence estimating that nearly half a million Russian soldiers have been killed in Ukraine.

2 outlets · 3 articles May 26, 2026

BP removes chair over 'serious concerns' about conduct

BP removed its chair, Albert Manifold, over serious concerns about governance standards, oversight, and conduct after just eight months in the role. The ouster sent shares lower, and Manifold has disputed the allegations, calling them lies. Ian Tyler has been appointed interim chair, while Amanda Blanc will lead the search for a permanent replacement.

4 outlets · 7 articles May 26, 2026

Labour set to announce crackdown on social media for children within weeks

The UK Labour government is poised to announce new restrictions on children's social media access within weeks, following a public consultation that drew over 81,000 responses. Key figures including Wes Streeting have compared social media to tobacco, while a coalition of children's organisations warns that age limits alone may be insufficient.

1 outlet · 2 articles May 26, 2026

Russia's Medvedev falls to World No. 97 Walton in opening round of French Open

Daniil Medvedev lost his opening match at the 2026 French Open to world No. 97 Adam Walton, while Andrey Rublev advanced to the third round by defeating Camilo Ugo Carabelli. Both Russians are competing under neutral status at the tournament.

1 outlet · 2 articles May 26, 2026

French Open: Sabelenka storms to opening win against Bouzas Maneiro

Aryna Sabalenka opened her French Open campaign with a straight-sets win over Jessica Bouzas Maneiro. The world number one will face Daria Kasatkina in the third round. Reports also cover Kasatkina's win and other results from day three in Paris.

2 outlets · 2 articles May 26, 2026

Fan in Australian jersey catches Aussie-hit homer in 15-year first

Adelaide's Curtis Mead hit two home runs for the Washington Nationals in a 10-2 win over the Cleveland Guardians, while fan Jack Seiple caught one of the homers wearing an Australian jersey. The game marked a rare MLB meeting between two Australian-born players, with Travis Bazzana also hitting a homer for Cleveland in a separate recent game.

1 outlet · 3 articles May 26, 2026

(LEAD) LIV Golf visits S. Korea amid uncertainty over future

LIV Golf's second Korean tournament in Busan unfolds amid the tour's financial uncertainty after Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund announced it will end backing after this season. Players and officials express optimism while fans enjoy the unique format and star power.

1 outlet · 8 articles May 26, 2026

Tigers release Australian shortstop Dale

The Kia Tigers have released Australian shortstop Jarryd Dale, their Asian quota player, after defensive struggles and a mid-May demotion. The Doosan Bears also cut Japanese pitcher Ichiro Tamura, as KBO clubs adjust their rosters under the league's new Asian quota rule.

1 outlet · 2 articles May 26, 2026

Vivid Sydney cancels shows after 89 drones plunge into Darling Harbour

Vivid Sydney has cancelled its drone shows after nearly 90 drones fell into Darling Harbour during a technical malfunction. The operator blamed radio frequency interference, and the Australian Transport Safety Bureau has launched an investigation.

3 outlets · 7 articles May 26, 2026