Lightning Injures Dozens at Brazil Protest
At least 30 protesters were hospitalised after a lightning strike hit a gathering of ex-president Jair Bolsonaro's supporters in Brazil's capital Brasília.
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Doomsday Clock Expected to Move Closer to Midnight
Experts predict the symbolic Doomsday Clock will advance towards midnight on Tuesday, reflecting heightened risks from nuclear tensions, AI development and climate change.
Myanmar's Military-Backed Party Wins 'Sham' Election
Myanmar's military-backed Union Solidarity and Development Party is poised to form a new government after a widely condemned election, criticised as neither free nor fair amid ongoing civil war.
Australia Day Debate: The Facts of January 26, 1788
As Australia debates whether to celebrate Australia Day or mark Invasion Day, historians examine the complex reality of the First Fleet's arrival and its peaceful initial landing.
Putin Condemned for Ukraine Strikes as Peace Talks End
Vladimir Putin faces global condemnation after massive Russian aerial bombardment hits Ukraine's energy infrastructure, leaving millions without power and heating in freezing temperatures, as three-way peace talks in Abu Dhabi end without breakthrough.
Weekend Photos: Protests, Climbs, and Global Events
A visual journey through the weekend's key events, including protests in Minneapolis over a fatal shooting, a daring free solo climb in Taipei, and scenes from Ukraine to Monaco.
Astronaut Named Australian of the Year 2026
Space scientist Katherine Bennell-Pegg becomes Australian of the Year 2026, aiming to inspire youth while other honourees tackle MND, dementia, and Indigenous employment.
Surgeon's Horror: Iran Crackdown Witnessed in Hospitals
An anonymous surgeon in Iran details the brutal crackdown on protesters, describing mass casualties, live ammunition wounds, and a healthcare system overwhelmed by state violence in January.
Sudan's SAF Parades Child Soldiers on Social Media
Disturbing footage shows Sudanese Armed Forces recruiting children as young as twelve, with social media videos glorifying their mobilisation amid brutal civil war.
Iraq Bloc Nominates Al-Maliki for Prime Minister
Iraq's dominant political bloc has nominated former prime minister Nouri al-Maliki as its candidate for the premiership, a move likely to polarise the nation's political landscape.
Gaza Father's Agony: Pleading with Son Killed in Strike
A father in Gaza refuses to accept his son's death after an Israeli strike, pleading with the boy to wake up in a hospital morgue as conflict casualties mount.
Russia Attacks Kyiv and Kharkiv Amid Peace Talks
Russia launched a major drone and missile assault on Ukraine's largest cities, Kyiv and Kharkiv, early Saturday, coinciding with ongoing peace negotiations in the UAE.
Ukraine Cities Hit After Peace Talks, Zelensky Demands End to War
Major missile and drone attacks targeted Kyiv and Kharkiv, killing at least one and injuring dozens, just hours after three-way peace negotiations concluded in Abu Dhabi.
Russia Strikes Kyiv and Kharkiv During Peace Negotiations
Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine's two largest cities, Kyiv and Kharkiv, killing one and injuring dozens, as tripartite peace talks resumed in the United Arab Emirates.
Iran Crackdown Details Emerge Amid Internet Shutdown
The scale of Iran's nationwide protests and subsequent violent suppression is becoming clearer, even as authorities maintain an internet blackout across the Islamic Republic.
Kyiv Residents Stranded in Darkness as Russia Attacks Power
Kyiv residents face prolonged winter blackouts as Russian attacks cripple Ukraine's energy infrastructure, leaving tower block dwellers trapped without heat or light.
Pakistan Wedding Suicide Bombing Kills Seven, Injures 25
A suicide bomber detonated an explosive vest at a wedding gathering in northwest Pakistan, killing at least seven people and injuring 25 others in a brutal attack.
US Strikes Alleged Drug Boat in Pacific, Killing Two
The US military has carried out a lethal strike on an alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean, resulting in two deaths and one survivor, amid rising tensions with Venezuela.
Iran Hospital Massacre: Evidence of Systematic Protestor Executions
Exclusive investigation reveals Iranian regime forces executed hospital patients during protests, with graphic evidence showing medical equipment still attached to victims. Activists risk lives to expose atrocities.
Invasion Day's Long History of Indigenous Protest
A detailed look at how Invasion Day protests have evolved from the first fleet's arrival in 1788 to modern demonstrations, tracing their roots in Indigenous resistance.
Haiti Council Votes to Fire Prime Minister Amid Chaos
Haiti's transitional presidential council has voted to remove Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé, escalating political turmoil despite international calls for stability.
US Completes WHO Withdrawal Amid $280M Debt Dispute
The United States has officially withdrawn from the World Health Organization, leaving a $280 million debt and raising concerns about global pandemic response capabilities.
Fury Over Fake AI Holocaust Images for Profit
Research institutions at former Nazi concentration camps demand EU action against AI-generated fake Holocaust images being monetised online, warning they distort history and exploit victims.
Friday's Global Photos: Politics, Storms, and Celebrity Moments
A visual roundup of powerful images from around the world on Friday, including snap elections in Japan, storm damage in New Zealand, and celebrity appearances at high-profile events.
55 Million Face Hunger Crisis in Africa as Aid Budgets Slashed
The World Food Programme warns 55 million people will endure crisis-level hunger in Central and West Africa this year, with Nigeria, Chad, Cameroon and Niger worst affected as humanitarian funding collapses.
US Completes WHO Withdrawal Amid Debt and Health Fears
The United States has formally withdrawn from the World Health Organization, owing over $130 million in dues. Experts warn this move threatens global pandemic response and vaccine development.
Trump Links Hand Bruise to Aspirin, Dismisses Health Fears
Former US President Donald Trump has explained that bruising on his left hand is due to his aspirin consumption, dismissing health concerns during a press briefing on Air Force One.
Two Dead, Four Missing After Ship Capsizes in South China Sea
A Singapore-flagged cargo vessel capsized near the contested Scarborough Shoal, resulting in two fatalities and four missing crew members. Rescue efforts involve Chinese and Filipino authorities amid ongoing regional tensions.
Kyiv Mayor Urges Evacuation Over Heating Crisis After Attacks
Kyiv's mayor Vitali Klitschko has urged residents to leave the Ukrainian capital as Russian attacks leave half the city without heating, warning the situation may worsen.
Uganda's Youth on Museveni's Seventh Term and Future Hopes
Young Ugandans express disappointment and fear for the future after President Yoweri Museveni's re-election, highlighting issues like youth unemployment and political stagnation in the country.
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