Child safety workers rally ahead of bail laws passage
Youth justice workers say the passing of a state government's controversial new bail laws will increase pressure on frontline staff in an embattled sector.
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Consequences murky for out-of-control special forces
Australia's defence chief has acknowledged findings the military effectively lost control of special forces in Afghanistan, but the consequences remain unclear.
Military chief chides senator on disclosing harassment
Australia's top general has asked a senator to give him a heads up next time after she went over his head to make a sexual harassment investigation public.
Food & Beverage Manufacturers Race to Scale AI Beyond the Pilot Stage
MILWAUKEE, Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, today released new insights examining how food and beverage manufacturers can move beyond isolated AI pilots and achieve measurable business outcomes at scale. Drawing on findings from Rockwell's 2026 State of Smart Manufacturing Report, the analysis highlights the data,...
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Banks are connecting fraud and AML defenses but still missing links
CARY, N.C., Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Financial institutions are increasingly integrating their fraud and anti-money laundering (AML) systems, but intelligence and governance gaps remain. New fraud and AML convergence research from Datos Insights, commissioned by data and AI leader SAS, finds 86% report missed links between fraud activity and money laundering.
In the US, Bolsonaro says he’s Brazil’s president-elect
Brazil's Flavio Bolsonaro has thanked Donald Trump after arriving in Miami after leaving his country following a defeat in the presidential election.
Mia Saigon Awarded One MICHELIN Key as Vietnamese-Run Hospitality Joins the Global Stage
HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Mia Saigon has been awarded One MICHELIN Key in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide hotel selection, joining 21 hotels in Vietnam, and only three in Ho Chi Minh City, to hold the distinction.Introduced in 2024 as the hotel equivalent of the MICHELIN Star, the Key is awarded after anonymous stays by MICHELIN Inspectors, who assess architecture and interior design, the quality and consistency of...
MALAYSIA UNVEILS TOP 100 STARTUPS WITH RM8.5 BILLION IN FY2024 REVENUE
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 100 Malaysian technology startups featured in the Malaysia Top 100 Startups – 2026 Edition collectively generated RM8.5 billion in revenue for FY2024, recording an average compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 87%, according to the publication launched by Cradle Fund Sdn. Bhd. (Cradle), an agency under the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI).
The Jumbophage Cocktail_Fighting Superbugs and Shrimp Disease
BANGKOK, Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- What if a weapon against some of the world's most stubborn bacteria were hiding in the soil beneath our feet? Could these microscopic hunters help us confront antibiotic-resistant "superbugs" and bacterial diseases devastating shrimp? The answer may lie in understanding these astonishing viruses—and the hidden battles unfolding all around us. Researchers at...
Little Indias, Big Discoveries: Agoda’s Guide to a Deepavali Getaway
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Deepavali is a time for celebration, togetherness and traditions, but the festive break also offers a chance to discover somewhere new. Across Malaysia, Little India precincts bring Indian culture to life through colourful shops, traditional food and heritage streets. With Deepavali approaching, digital travel platform Agoda is spotlighting...
New Zealand interest rates held in surprise dovish call
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has held interest rates at 2.75 per cent just days before the country's election.
85% of Australians Would Switch Retailers if AI Finds a Better Deal this Peak Shopping Season
SYDNEY, Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Australian retailers could face growing pressure to win over price-conscious shoppers this Black Friday and Christmas shopping period, with 85% of Australians willing to switch retailers if artificial intelligence (AI) found the same product for a better price elsewhere, according to new research commissioned by supply chain and commerce technology leader Manhattan Associates Inc. (NASDAQ: MANH).
Australian Winter Bulk Cooking Trend Springs Into Spring as Australians Balance Costs and Health Goals
SYDNEY, Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Samsung Australia has today released a fresh batch of consumer insights that reveals bulk cooking, a habit long associated with cooler months, is extending into spring as Australians look to manage grocery costs and kick-start New Year health goals as the weather warms up.
Trump backs Bolsonaro’s move to US after loss in Brazil
Flavio Bolsonaro is being given a US visa after his Brazilian election defeat, a move backed by Donald Trump that may widen the rift between the two countries.
Greens chief scolds senator for defence on social media
David Shoebridge says taking to social media is 'not the way' to handle allegations and is vowing to let the investigation run without further interference.
Netanyahu, key rival both stake claims to lead Israel
Benjamin Netanyahu is calling for a right-wing government while rival Gadi Eisenkot says voters have rejected the longtime Israeli Prime Minister.
Premier makes a pit stop, rejects business pot shots
Labor's campaign bus has made an unexpected pit stop at McDonald's during the election trail, as the opposition hit out about the state's business performance.
Online hate is spilling into the real world, AFP warns
A real shift has occurred as online hate has extended out into real life, AFP Commissioner Krissy Barrett has told senators during a rushed late-night hearing.
Neeyamo Recognized as a Leader and Star Performer in Everest Group’s 2026 Multi-Country Payroll PEAK Matrix® Assessment
LOS GATOS, Calif., Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Neeyamo, a leading global payroll and HR solutions provider, has been positioned as a Leader in the Global and Asia-Pacific (APAC) assessments of Everest Group's 2026 Multi-country Payroll (MCP) Solutions PEAK Matrix®. Neeyamo has also been positioned as a Major Contender in the EMEA assessment. The assessment evaluates 32 providers across Global,...
CityUHK survey: rising willingness to use AI in Hong Kong, but over half remain concerned about job displacement; Doctor-led medical decisions remain preferred
HONG KONG, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A comprehensive survey on the societal impact of artificial intelligence (AI) recently released by City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) examines public acceptance and trust in AI in two key areas: workplace employment and healthcare. The survey found that while the willingness of Hong Kong citizens to use AI has continued to climb, concerns about job displacement have not abated. In healthcare...
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EDC and EFA sign Memorandum of Understanding to deepen Canada-Australia trade and investment ties
SYDNEY, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Export Development Canada (EDC) and Export Finance Australia (EFA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation between the two organizations. The agreement establishes a framework for collaboration on strategic financing opportunities and investment projects that support economic growth, energy security, supply chain resilience and sustainable development.
ABC snarls at ‘blatant’ use of Bluey by One Nation
A beloved cartoon dog getting run over by a car in a satirical cartoon produced by One Nation has prompted the national broadcaster to take legal action.
Festive Travel Gets More Intentional: Indian Travelers Look Beyond the Traditional Holiday, Agoda Reports
SINGAPORE, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- For Indian travelers, the October to November festive period is increasingly becoming an opportunity to combine celebrations with a change of scene. With Dussehra, Durga Puja and Diwali approaching, accommodation search trends on digital travel platform Agoda show travelers looking at a mix of international experiences and domestic leisure breaks. Based on searches made between August 1 and September...
Three in Four Travellers Say Sustainability Matters as Trip.com Launches My Travel Impact to Help Turn Intent into Action
SINGAPORE, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Three in four travellers (75.4%) say sustainability is important when making travel decisions, and 56.8% now intentionally choose more sustainable options, according to Trip.com Group's 2026 Sustainable Travel Consumer Report. To make those choices easier to see and act on, Trip.com Group, a leading global travel service provider, is introducing My Travel Impact, a new feature in the Trip.com app that...
HUAWEI WATCH D3 Debuts at ISH-ECS 2026, Bringing Advanced Blood Pressure Monitoring into Everyday Life
DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 31st International Society of Hypertension Scientific Meeting and 17th Emirates Cardiac Society Annual Conference (ISH-ECS 2026) took place in Dubai from 22 to 25 October 2026. As a major international gathering dedicated to hypertension, the conference brought together leading organisations and experts from around the world to discuss the latest research and developments in hypertension prevention...
Non-stop chicken emojis a union harassment tactic
A construction project manager was bombarded with chicken emojis in a union campaign that rendered his mobile phone useless, an inquiry has heard.
‘Degrading’: deepfake porn offender spared time in jail
An obsessed man who used artificial intelligence to turn a teen's graduation photo into a degrading pornographic deepfake will not have to serve time in jail.
One Nation leader shoots down abuse allegations
One Nation Victorian leader Warren Pickering says he won't entertain "false allegations" following reports his former partner has accused him of abuse.
Violence concerns ‘taken into account’ as poll looms
The man tasked with overseeing a state election has assured voters polling stations will be safe following concerns surrounding political violence.
Labor defector slams PM for snubbing extra staff plea
A former government senator has accused the prime minister of deliberately ignoring applications for more staff over bitterness about her quitting his party.
New electrification index shows China out front as US risks stalling and Europe’s policies outpace delivery
LONDON, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- China is pulling ahead on electrification, while the US risks losing momentum and some of Europe's biggest economies have yet to translate policy into delivery, according to new analysis. The Electrification Competitiveness Index assesses progress in 16 countries, measuring electrification delivery on the ground and the conditions needed for further progress. These enabling and deployment factors indicate...