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A look back at the 2001 Tampa standoff and its lasting legacy, from Australia's Pacific Solution to similar policies adopted by other nations, as well as the personal story of one asylum seeker caught in the system.
Sandra Wollner's 'Everytime' has been chosen as Germany's official submission for the 99th Academy Awards in the International Feature Film category. The film, which won the Prix Un Certain Regard at Cannes, was selected by a nine-member jury appointed by German Films. Two other German films, 'Yellow Letters' and 'Shame And Money', also qualified under new Academy rules.
England Test captain Joe Root expressed frustration over repeated off-field incidents, particularly Brydon Carse's arrest, calling for a cultural shift. As the team prepares for the second Test against Pakistan, questions linger about discipline and accountability.
Former India captain Rahul Dravid has expressed hope that the Indian cricket team can qualify for the World Test Championship final from their current position, despite a challenging schedule ahead. India improved their points percentage after a win over Sri Lanka, but face tough tours and a home series against Australia.
FireFly Metals released a Preliminary Economic Assessment for its Green Bay Copper-Gold Project, outlining strong economics for both a 1.8Mtpa base case and a larger 4.6Mtpa alternative, alongside a resource upgrade. The company also announced a A$190 million equity raising to fund early works and drilling, with shares trading higher.
The Government has proposed a rates cap restricting annual increases to a 2-4% target range, with Local Government Minister Simon Watts citing steep recent increases. Two South Island mayors warn the cap, combined with new reform costs and infrastructure funding gaps, could force cuts to community services.
Sydney Sweeney posted a video on Instagram showing herself strapped to the top of a plane as it performs flips and loops, playfully challenging Tom Cruise. The stunt drew attention to recent adventures with boyfriend Scooter Braun, including a bungee jump in New Zealand.
New research shows AI can help detect remaining possums in New Zealand's forests, but only if it learns to distinguish their calls from other animals. The study, published in Acoustics Australia, introduces a training method called 'cross-model confusion mapping' that reduces false alarms and could be adapted for other pests.
Australia defeated China 89-79 in the final of the 2026 FIBA U18 Asia Cup at the Veer Savarkar Indoor Stadium in Ahmedabad, securing their third overall title and second consecutive championship. Jai Fa'ale led the winners with 19 points, while the Indian Olympic Association congratulated the team and praised Ahmedabad's hosting.
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.
Woolworths Group announced a 15.4% rise in net profit after tax before significant items to $1.60 billion for FY26, with group sales up 3.6% to $71.54 billion. The company also expanded its Lower Shelf Price program by 105 products as it prepares to release full financial results, while a separate court case over alleged fake discounts remains pending.
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announced a bill to ban children under 16 from social media, with fines of up to 10% of global revenue for noncompliance. The proposal faces coalition opposition from New Zealand First, whose leader called Australia's similar law a 'colossal failure.'
Gilas Pilipinas will play Jordan and Iran in the FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers' fourth window without naturalized player Justin Brownlee, as confirmed by head coach Tim Cone. The team enters with a 2-4 record and a four-game losing skid, but Cone expressed confidence in the size of his roster, including Kai Sotto's return.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced India is negotiating free trade agreements with 8-9 more blocs and countries, aiming to cover 75% of global trade. During a four-day visit to Japan leading a 200-member delegation, he pitched India as a trusted partner for investment in data centres, AI, and manufacturing.
Australia has become the first country to ban social media for under-16s, with penalties reaching A$49.5 million, prompting similar moves or proposals across Europe, Asia and beyond. Domestic lawmakers are advancing tougher enforcement powers amid investigations of major platforms, while political parties differ on the approach. Platforms already set a minimum age of 13, though advocates say many younger children still hold accounts.
New Zealand's government has introduced a bill to ban under-16s from social media, with fines of up to 10% of global revenue for non-compliant platforms. The bill faces opposition from coalition partners and is unlikely to pass before the November election.
New Zealand defeated Pakistan 4-2 in a classification match at Wagener Stadium, setting up a ninth-place play-off against Ireland, while Pakistan will contest the 11th/12th-place match. On August 24, four second-round games—Japan vs Wales, New Zealand vs Pakistan, Argentina vs India, and Netherlands vs England—will determine semi-final qualification.
Ampol has reported a sharp rise in first-half 2026 profit, with statutory net profit reaching A$1.36 billion against a year-earlier loss, as Middle East disruption boosted refining margins. The company more than quadrupled its interim dividend to A$1.85 per share and completed the EG Australia acquisition.
Steven Alker defeated Y.E. Yang in a sudden-death playoff to win the Rogers Charity Classic in Calgary, his second PGA Tour Champions victory of the season. Alker closed with a 5-under 65 to match Yang at 16-under 194, then birdied the 18th hole to secure the win.
Ampol's first-half net profit jumped more than four-fold to A$857.2 million, driven by soaring refining margins following the U.S.-Iran conflict. The company declared a record interim dividend of 185 cents per share, up from 40 cents a year earlier, while warning that market conditions remain tight.