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Donald Steven Lang, 62, was arrested in British Columbia over the weekend after being indicted in Hawaii for allegedly exploiting a child aboard his sailboat. The arrest followed cooperation between the FBI and RCMP, and Lang also faces separate child sex abuse charges in Idaho.
According to the Henley Passport Index, South African passport holders can travel to 101 destinations without a prior visa. The ranking places the country 50th or 96th globally, depending on the report, with regional highlights across Africa, Asia, the Americas, and the Caribbean.
The AIFF has scheduled India's senior men's team to face Panama on September 26, 2026, in a FIFA international window friendly, marking their first meeting. The match precedes a confirmed October 3 fixture against Brazil in Kolkata and November games against New Zealand. Officials highlighted the value of testing against World Cup sides for player exposure.
A fuel contamination issue at Fiji's Nadi International Airport has led airlines like Air New Zealand, Qantas, and Virgin Australia to cancel flights, tanker fuel, or refuel at alternate airports. Fiji Airways confirms a fuel shortage from an unusable supplier delivery, while authorities work on operational adjustments.
Ariana Madix, Emmy-nominated host of 'Love Island USA,' will reprise her role as Dr. Brooke Emerson in NBC's 'St. Denis Medical' for Season 3 in November. She is set to guest star in at least three episodes, and will also return to Broadway in 'Just in Time' and co-host the 'Love Island USA' Season 8 reunion.
The NSW corruption inquiry has heard phone taps in which fugitive developer Jean Nassif offered to support the Liberal preselection of one of Dominic Perrottet's brothers, while Jean-Claude Perrottet admitted to factional work during paid hours.
NSW Liberal leader Kellie Sloane has deferred any decision on Damien Tudehope's future until the conclusion of Icac's Operation Rosny, after he admitted to leaking a confidential draft parliamentary report. The inquiry is investigating allegations of illegal donations and branch stacking involving the Reformers, including Jean-Claude Perrottet.
Foreign Minister Penny Wong told the Garma Festival that historic First Nations connections to the Pacific offer Australia a strategic advantage, as the Prime Minister's absence and calls for a truth-telling process marked the gathering.
As the Commonwealth Games enter day eight, Australia's cyclists look to build on their opening velodrome success, Jess Hull starts her mile campaign, and the Diamonds face Jamaica for a spot in the netball gold medal clash. The men's pairs bowls team faces a must-win situation after a narrow defeat.
Nationals leader Matt Canavan says he would not have accepted a paid trip from a benefactor after Pauline Hanson confirmed Gina Rinehart paid for her flights to Italy. Meanwhile, Pacific minister Pat Conroy defended $4.2 million in hotel reservations for a pre-COP meeting, and Barnaby Joyce denied knowing who funded Hanson's trip.
Chad has formally notified the UN of its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, becoming the fifth country to do so in recent months. The move follows the dismissal of prosecutor Karim Khan by member states and coincides with a reported US diplomatic campaign against the court.
The NSW Waratahs face the Fijian Drua in the Super Rugby Women's grand final in Ba, Fiji, chasing a seventh title. Captain Emily Chancellor says the team's confidence stems from trust and experience, not arrogance. The Drua topped the regular-season standings despite a loss to the Waratahs in round one.
Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Manila, where she raised concerns about China's recent test of a nuclear-capable missile and other regional issues. Wang urged Australia to abandon 'double standards' and work to maintain improving bilateral ties, while Wong reiterated Australia's consistent approach toward Beijing.
China's recent missile launch near Tuvalu has sparked concerns among Pacific island nations, with leaders divided over a unified response. Australian Minister Pat Conroy says the test strengthens the case for a regional security pact, while analysts note the diverse ties with Beijing complicate a collective stance.
Taiwan is reviewing its LNG purchases from Papua New Guinea after Port Moresby announced the closure of Taiwan's representative office, citing its One China policy. China has welcomed the decision, while Taiwan says it will keep the office open and seek negotiations.
The Brisbane Broncos face a must-win clash against the Penrith Panthers, who lead the NRL ladder, as the defending premiers look to break an eight-game losing streak. The Broncos' finals hopes hinge on winning all remaining games, a task complicated by their poor points differential, while key players return from Origin duty for both sides.
A national mobile network outage at Telstra disrupted train services, payment systems and some emergency calls after a software defect in time-keeping servers. Telstra apologised and said services were restored, while the prime minister called the incident deeply concerning and the communications regulator opened an investigation.
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale has proposed a Pacific-wide security agreement and condemned China's recent missile test in the region, saying 'this is not something a friend does.' Fiji and Papua New Guinea leaders also voiced objections, signaling a potential shift in regional attitudes toward China.
A French appeals court upheld Marine Le Pen's graft conviction but reduced her sentence, allowing her to potentially run for president in 2027. Le Pen denies wrongdoing and plans to appeal to France's top court. Meanwhile, a separate EU funds investigation continues.
Statelessness affects millions worldwide but remains largely misunderstood, often conflated with migration or refugeehood. As Global Voices reports, climate change adds a new dimension, threatening Pacific islanders with displacement and potential loss of citizenship.