Three women who returned to Australia from Syrian detention camps were arrested upon landing last night, less than two weeks after leaving the camps. One woman is set to face court today for allegedly joining Islamic State, while charges are imminent for the other two.
Australia News
Vigils were held across the country for Kumanjayi Little Baby, a First Nations child whose death has sparked calls for an end to politicisation. The national body representing First Nations children urged respect.
A woman arriving in Sydney after over seven years in Syrian camps was charged with entering a declared conflict zone and joining Islamic State. Two other women on a flight to Melbourne were arrested and expected to face commonwealth charges.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan will announce an additional $3.8 billion for the Suburban Rail Loop in Tuesday's federal budget. The 90-kilometre project has been controversial and costly.
In Sydney, a vigil remembered Bikram Lama, a young Nepali man who died while sleeping rough in Hyde Park. His body lay unseen for a week.
An Australian drink named Methanol Moonshine has been labelled 'deeply insulting' to the memories of two backpackers who died from methanol poisoning in Laos in 2024.
World News
Project Freedom, a US initiative, was shelved after Saudi Arabia refused to allow the use of its bases and airspace for a military escort of oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. Marco Rubio has released a campaign-style video, fuelling speculation about a potential 2028 presidential run.
Authorities worldwide are racing to trace passengers from a cruise ship at the centre of a deadly hantavirus outbreak, who disembarked before isolation measures were implemented.
Tensions are high in West Bengal, India, after a top political aide from Narendra Modi's party was shot dead. Hundreds were arrested following post-election violence.
European election monitors reported instances of voters being turned away from polling stations in Britain due to confusion over photo ID requirements during local elections.
A German holidaymaker won nearly €1,000 after being unable to find sunloungers on Kos because other guests had reserved them early.
Full Story
Independent candidate Michelle Milthorpe discusses her second bid for the Farrer byelection, her resistance to the 'teal' label, and her stance on climate and environmental policies.
Monash politics professor Paul Strangio writes about how two decades of growing inequality and policy stasis challenge Australia's democratic framework.
In-depth
A new series examines how cars came to dominate cities. Despite being the most tolled city globally, Sydney has made significant progress in balancing cars and public transport, according to Penry Buckley.
Not the News
As Chemist Warehouse prepares to expand to the UK, Brigid Delaney offers a humorous take on the garish signs, narrow aisles, and long queues awaiting British shoppers.
Sport
Jannik Sinner has not ruled out a player boycott of grand slam tournaments, accusing majors of disrespecting top players over prize money disputes. Jonas Vingegaard aims for a Grand Tour grand slam, starting the 2026 Giro d'Italia in Bulgaria. In football, Aston Villa faces Nottingham Forest in the Europa League semi-final second leg.
Media Roundup
Fund managers predict a stock surge if Middle East peace is secured. WAtoday notes drivers and house hunters as budget winners, while investors and tourism lose. The ABC reports Queenslanders experiencing the coldest morning of the year.
What's Happening Today
Closing submissions are due in the Rebel Wilson v Charlotte MacInnes defamation case in Sydney. The Archibald, Wynne, and Sulman prize winners will be announced at 12pm.
