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Sydney police foil alleged organised crime hit near daycare centre

Officers moved in at Revesby, near a daycare centre in Sydney’s southwest.

A combative Pam Bondi clashes with US senators

US Attorney-General fired back at Democrats with personal accusations of her own.

Surfer bitten twice by shark in Australia drives himself to hospital after attack

The man, in his 50s, suffered non-life-threatening leg injuries.

Trump Administration intervenes to secure woman’s rescue from Gaza

Her son, US Navy medic Younis Firwana, co-ordinated the rescue from California.

Explainer: What to know about the US National Guard

NY Times: The Guard has been federally mobilised at least 10 times since World War II.

‘Unjust and frustrating’: Louis Tomlinson on Liam Payne’s death

Singer said the band’s 15th anniversary felt 'uncomfortable' without Liam Payne.

'Wicked and devious liar': Woman who faked cancer ordered to repay $71k

Her partner Jon Leonard paid for surgeries, luxury trips and a $69,000 Rolex.

Cooks Coffee signs Tesco deal for five new Esquires cafés in Ireland

The NZX-listed firm runs 108 Esquires outlets across 10 international markets.

Inside the Kiwi cream cheese factory whipping up treats for Asia

“We can’t make enough cream cheese at the moment."

'Like a mini-Singapore but at a fraction of the cost': Why Kiwis should visit this Asian spot

Penang in Malaysia is perfect for families eager to get away.

Asahi goes super dry: Japan 'days away' from running out of popular beer

A ransomware attack on September 29 forced Asahi to halt production of its flagship beer.

Beatlemaniac, nationalist, prince: Japan’s top PM contenders

Three individuals are leading the race to take the country’s highest political post.

Military leaders voice concern over Hegseth’s new Pentagon strategy

It has exposed a divide between the Pentagon’s political and uniformed leadership.

Xi presses Trump to toughen US stance on Taiwan independence

The Trump administration has yet to decide on China’s demand ahead of a summit.

Trump says there's a 'real chance' to end Gaza war as Oct 7 marked

Families of the 47 remaining hostages held ceremonies two years on from the attack.

Trump hails 'great leader' Carney but offers little on tariffs

The two leaders gave no details on easing 25% tariffs on imported trucks.

A Japanese ski resort town is shaken by a debate over immigration

New York Times: Kutchan is a flashpoint for concerns over labour, tourism and immigration.