Pianist loses court battle, but fills concert halls
A pianist who lost a court fight against the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra is filling concert halls on his own independent tour.
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Iran continues to talk, wants a deal: White House
Iran and the United States have exchanged intensified fire but a White House spokeswoman says talks between the two countries are ongoing.
Ukraine, Russia exchange remains as PM elected in Kyiv
Russia and Ukraine have exchanged the remains of killed soldiers as Ukraine's parliament approved a new government under Prime Minister Sergii Koretskyi.
Protesters rally in Kyiv amid outcry over defence chief
Ukrainian MPs are voting on a new wartime government amid protests over the dismissal of popular reformist Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
Iran threatens Gulf as it warns Hormuz a ‘red line’
Tehran is vowing to hit the region's infrastructure if Donald Trump follows through on threats to attack Iran's power and bridges, as US strikes continue.
Starmer vows UK support for Ukraine on farewell visit
Outgoing Prime Minister Keir Starmer has travelled to Kyiv in one of his final visits as UK leader, promising Britain's support will "always endure".
Uni student denied exam delay after Gaza family deaths
A university demanded death certificates for Gazan family members killed in the conflict when a student requested an exam extension, a royal commission heard.
More strikes as Iran warns of ‘existential war’ with US
The US military has launched another wave of strikes following Iranian attacks on ships trying to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.
Zelenskiy endorses energy boss as new Ukrainian PM
The head of Ukraine's state energy company is expected to be named prime minister after getting President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's support.
Top EU official pledges support on visit to Ukraine
The tide is turning in Ukraine's war against Russia's invasion, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has declared on her latest visit to Kyiv.
Moscow targeted by hundreds of Ukrainian drones
Moscow's mayor says Russia's air defences have repelled a major Ukrainian attack, with more than 300 drones neutralised in the past 24 hours.
‘Bastions of free speech’ grapple with protest tensions
University officials have used various measures to limit pro-Palestine protests on campuses while defending their approaches to academic and student freedom.
Israeli fire kills 10 in Gaza, including a 10-year-old
A 10-year-old boy is among 10 people who were killed in Israel's latest strikes on Gaza, bringing the total of Palestinian deaths since the ceasefire to 1100.
New US strikes on Iran as escalation threatens shipping
The US has resumed a blockade on Iran and launched more air strikes while Tehran threatens shipping corridors in the fight to control the Strait of Hormuz.
‘ISIS bride’ allegedly urged kids to be like terrorists
An "ISIS bride" is seeking bail despite allegations she showed her children propaganda videos and encouraged them to act like fighters while living in Syria.
Trump threatens to shoot down signs of economic rebound
Oil prices are rising again as conflict between the US and Iran reignites, threatening a recent recovery in household confidence and spending.
Translator ‘lost work’ after reporting anti-Semitism
As universities confront accusations they have downplayed anti-Jewish rhetoric, some academics say claims of anti-Semitism have diminished the right to protest.
Motorists to pay price for US blockade, toll in strait
While the government is concerned about the impact on petrol prices, the opposition warns a US toll in the Strait of Hormuz would set a dangerous precedent.
Ukraine awaits new government after PM’s dismissal
Ukraine and nine other countries say they are forming a coalition to protect from ballistic missiles as President Volodymyr Zelenskiy picks a prime minister.
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New Iran, US attacks amid battle over control of Hormuz
The US has launched strikes on Iran hours after Donald Trump vowed to reinstate a blockade, prompting Tehran to respond with missile targeting a base in Jordan.
Iran escalates attacks on US bases in the Gulf states
The United States and Iran are both asserting they control the Strait of Hormuz after a weekend of tit-for-tat attacks stretching across the Middle East
Jewish student backs violence against colonisation
A pro-Palestine Jewish student points to her family background of Holocaust survivors as a reason why she "fights for justice" against genocide.
Six killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza Strip: medics
A nine-year-old girl is among six people killed in an Israeli attack in the Gaza Strip, Palestinian officials say.
Euro allies to muster more air defence aid for Ukraine
The Coalition of the Willing - western countries supporting Ukraine - will meet in Paris for consultations on missile defence and joint military exercises.
China officials warned over ‘provocative’ missile test
Australia has taken up Beijing's missile launch into the Pacific with a number of higher-ups within the Chinese Communist Party, one minister says.
US congressman detained in West Bank by settlers
A US Democrat congressman says he was confronted and detained by Israeli settlers, brandishing American made M4s in the occupied West Bank.
US strikes Iran, Tehran hits Gulf nations
US and Iranian forces have exchanged heavy missile and drone assaults, with Tehran targeting American facilities in states across the Gulf.
Russian strikes on Ukraine kill eight, wound dozens
Russia's latest strikes on Kyiv are unprecedented and are a result of Ukraine's newfound battlefront strength, the mayor of Ukraine's capital says.
Trump claims 1000 missiles aimed at Iran, if he’s hurt
In a belligerent post on his Truth Social platform, US President Donald Trump says any assassination attempt against him would result in Iran's decimation.
Ukraine creates command to step up strikes on Russia
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says a special command is being created to focus on the Ukrainian military's deep strikes into Russia.
US insists Iran commit to stopping shipping attacks
The US wants a public commitment from Iran it will stop attacks on shipping in the Gulf, which Teheran has blamed on an 'errant part of the system'.