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Tonga added to US travel ban from January

The Trump administration's new visa restrictions target Tonga, sparking outrage over the 'unfounded' security threat. Community leaders warn of severed family and study links.

Sydney's Armed Police Patrols Spark Civil Liberties Debate

Following the Bondi terror attack, NSW Premier Chris Minns has authorised police to carry assault rifles, raising questions about militarised policing, public safety, and the erosion of civil liberties. Read the analysis.

Reporter's journey to Japan's bear hotspot town

As Japan faces a record year of bear encounters, our reporter visits the hotspot town of Osaki, armed with bells and whistles for safety. Explore the growing human-wildlife conflict in Asia Pacific.

London Crime Falls 18% in Targeted Police Hotspots

A targeted Met Police operation in 20 London town centres cut crime by 18% and boosted arrests by a third over summer 2025. Discover how focused patrols and plain-clothed ops made the capital safer.

Palau to take 75 US migrants for $15.5m aid

The Pacific nation of Palau agrees to host up to 75 migrants from the US in a deal securing millions in American aid. Read the full details of the controversial agreement.

Police chiefs call to scrap non-crime hate incidents

Police leaders are set to call for the controversial 'non-crime hate incident' category to be scrapped and replaced with a new 'commonsense' system. Read the full details of the proposed overhaul.

Met Police officer sacked for sexual misconduct

A Metropolitan Police detective has been dismissed and barred for life after sexually assaulting a fellow officer in a pub bathroom. Read the full details of the gross misconduct case.

US anti-drug strikes death toll exceeds 100

US military kills five alleged traffickers in Pacific, raising total fatalities to 104. The controversial campaign's legality and expansion face scrutiny in Congress.

US Pacific strike death toll hits 99, UN condemns

The US military has conducted another lethal strike in the Pacific, bringing the total death toll to 99. The UN and rights groups condemn the actions as unlawful executions. Read the full report.

US kills eight in Pacific drug vessel strikes

The US Southern Command has conducted deadly strikes on three vessels in the Eastern Pacific, killing eight men suspected of narco-trafficking. Read the full report on the escalating campaign.

US kills four in Pacific drug boat strike

The US military has killed four men in a strike on a suspected narcotics vessel. The operation raises fresh questions over the legality of targeting drug smugglers.

Four arrested in Sussex counter-terrorism probe

Three men and a woman have been detained in Eastbourne and Brighton under the Terrorism Act 2000 as part of an investigation into extreme right-wing terrorism. Follow for live updates.

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