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Fire authorities across Australia are warning of heightened bushfire danger this spring, with the Northern Territory, New South Wales, and Queensland facing elevated risk. A strengthening El Niño is contributing, but dry conditions and increased fuel loads are also key drivers. Residents are urged to prepare now.
Caoilfhinn Ní Choiligh, the Westmeath Rose, won the Rose of Tralee festival, triumphing over 31 other Roses. The 25-year-old, who has alopecia, used the stage to raise awareness and was presented with her sash by last year's winner, Kathlyn Cummins.
Take-Two Interactive has obtained court orders requiring Microsoft and Discord to hand over data to identify the source of leaked Grand Theft Auto VI gameplay footage. Despite the legal action, the leaker, known as CyberLeek, has continued releasing videos, including new clips and a taunting cutscene.
A University of Melbourne study of thousands of Australians found a significant minority of boys and men hold hostile attitudes toward women, with misogyny identified as a leading predictor of violent extremism. The research, funded by the Office of National Intelligence, has prompted calls for policy changes including recognizing misogyny in counter-extremism frameworks.
Erin Patterson has launched an appeal against her convictions for murdering three relatives with death cap mushrooms in 2023, with prosecutors separately seeking a harsher sentence. The two-day hearing before Victoria's Court of Appeal covers grounds including jury sequestration, phone tower evidence, and the handling of SD card photos.
Family members and a defense psychiatrist testified that Lindsay Clancy suffered severe mental deterioration and command hallucinations before strangling her three children in 2023. Prosecutors countered with experts who diagnosed major depression without psychosis, as the Massachusetts murder trial neared closing arguments amid supporter rallies.
The United States has sanctioned the president of the International Criminal Court and a senior trial lawyer over their involvement in investigations the US deems illegitimate. The move has drawn criticism from the European Union and quiet concern from Australia, a founding ICC member.
Joe Root's return as England captain began with a comprehensive innings and 103-run victory over Pakistan inside three days at Headingley, despite rain interruptions. Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue starred with the ball, while Pakistan's batting collapses continued a worrying trend. The second Test starts at Lord's on Thursday.
Turkey's justice minister announced a request for Interpol red notices against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and another Israeli national over the May interception of a Gaza-bound aid flotilla, citing genocide charges. Separately, a spokesman for Turkey's ruling party accused Netanyahu's government of destabilising the region and called on the international community to oppose him.
A deep partial lunar eclipse will occur on Aug. 27-28, 2026, with about 96% of the moon entering Earth's umbra. Visible across the Americas, Europe, Africa, and parts of Asia, it will not be a true blood moon but will give the lunar surface a reddish or coppery hue. Observers in the Americas are best positioned, while those in India will miss the event.
A global meta-analysis of 149 studies involving over 71,000 people found that cannabis users develop psychosis earlier, with the gap widening significantly after age 30. The research challenges assumptions about the vulnerability of younger users, though authors caution this does not mean cannabis is safe for teens.
AFL CEO Andrew Dillon has publicly addressed the Sydney Swans sexual assault scandal for the first time, emphasizing respect for women is non-negotiable and imposing consequences on the five suspended players. Meanwhile, lawyers for three women involved say they remain fearful and in hiding, with potential civil claims underway.
Mitchell Starc's six-wicket haul bowled Bangladesh out for 64 in the second Test in Mackay, giving Australia early control. Meanwhile, Marnus Labuschagne's lean run continued with a duck, putting his place in the Test side under renewed scrutiny after coach Andrew McDonald warned he 'needs runs'.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta canceled a planned Monday meeting with Paramount after accusing the company of leaking and misrepresenting settlement discussions, a claim Paramount denies. The canceled talks were part of an attempt to resolve a 12-state antitrust lawsuit challenging Paramount's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, a deal that faces a ticking fee starting October 1. Meanwhile, Paramount has asked a court to require the states to post a $1.88 billion bond to cover potential delay costs.
Australia has dropped opener Jake Weatherald after a sustained run of poor form, bringing in Matt Renshaw for the second test against Bangladesh. Meanwhile, Marnus Labuschagne's place faces scrutiny after another low score, with former captain Ricky Ponting calling for a change.
Indian equity benchmarks declined as Brent crude crossed $91 a barrel following the expiry of the temporary US-Iran ceasefire, reviving concerns over energy supplies. Foreign institutional investors sold equities, and higher US bond yields added pressure, while analysts noted a positioning-led correction with mixed global cues.
Air India has grounded two more pilots after initial dope tests as part of mandatory screening of nearly 5,000 cockpit crew following a captain's positive marijuana test. The Federation of Indian Pilots has written to the DGCA recommending saliva testing, while the Civil Aviation Ministry considers raising random drug testing from 10% to over 25%.
Asian shares were flat on Monday as investors awaited details of threatened U.S. sanctions on Iran and braced for Nvidia's quarterly results. The Canadian dollar dipped amid a looming trade war, and gold prices climbed toward a record monthly gain.
Australia have brought Matt Renshaw back into the Test side for the second match against Bangladesh, replacing Jake Weatherald. Captain Pat Cummins confirmed the change, citing Weatherald's lack of runs and Renshaw's strong form, while the team opted to retain spinner Nathan Lyon rather than field four fast bowlers.
Fewer than 20 vessels transited the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend of August 22-23, with crossings remaining in single digits per day, according to Kpler shiptracking data. UKMTO data shows traffic remains about 90% below pre-conflict baselines, even as Gulf producers adapt with alternative routes and ship-to-ship transfers. The low numbers come amid an escalating US-Iran economic war and growing concerns in Kuwait about being drawn into the conflict.