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Live: 'Can't remember': Waters brushes off reports of a heated exchange with Cox

Greens leader Larissa Waters says she "can't remember" if Dorinda Cox told her to "grow a spine" during a heated exchange after the senator's failed leadership bid. Follow live.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

The Today Debate: Israel-Gaza - are we witnessing war crimes?

The BBC’s Anna Foster hosts a debate to discuss whether there have been war crimes in Israel and Gaza.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: BBC Middle East favicon BBC Middle East

Trump formally asks Congress to claw back approved spending targeted by DOGE

The process known as rescission will take funding away from programs targeted by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Saudi Arabian and Omani officials propose nuclear facilities for Iran on Gulf island: Report

Saudi Arabian and Omani officials propose nuclear facilities for Iran on Gulf island: Report Submitted by MEE staff on Tue, 06/03/2025 - 21:48 Iran may accept regional nuclear consortium idea but could push to build enrichment facility on one of their islands Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi speaks during a press conference in Cairo, on 2 June 2025 (AFP) Off Omani and Saudi Arabian officials have proposed...

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Tornado flips car as storms sweep across southern WA

A farmer is stunned as he assesses the damage from a tornado that formed during a storm near Frankland River.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

'Completely worthless': Flawed abortion pill 'study' cited in parliament

A recent US report on an abortion pill which experts have called "misinformation", "not scientific" and "scaremongering" has been cited in NSW Parliament by no less than 11 MPs across the spectrum.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

What does space smell like? This perfume-making astrobiologist is trying to find out

Marina Barcenilla was studying the chemical makeup of interstellar bodies when she realized she could marry her two passions β€” space and scent.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: CBC News - Canada favicon CBC News - Canada

Gaza Humanitarian Foundation aid distribution site closed on Wednesday, group says

Gaza Humanitarian Foundation aid distribution site closed on Wednesday, group says The scandal-plagued Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) said on its Facebook page late on Tuesday that Palestinians should not head to its aid distribution site in Rafah on Wednesday, as it will be closed for "renovations, organization, and efficiency improvements". "Due to ongoing upgrades, entry into distribution center areas is...

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Musk derides Trump’s tax bill as β€˜a disgusting abomination’

Billionaire lashes out as US president urges Senate to pass his β€˜big, beautiful’ fiscal plan

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Energy Drinks Are Quietly Sabotaging a Generation’s Health

Energy drinks have become a common remedy for fatigue in today’s demanding world, providing a rapid boost for students, athletes, and professionals alike. Marketed as enhancers of performance and focus, these beverages have grown into a$60+ billion industry, with consumption rates soaring worldwide. But beneath their flashy branding and promises of instant energy lies a […]

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Musk calls Trump spending bill a 'disgusting abomination'

Tesla CEO Elon Musk previously led DOGE for the Trump administration, but bemoans the effect on the deficit from the 'big, beautiful bill."

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Spain Cancels $325 Million Anti-Tank Missile Contract with Israeli Company Rafael

Spain’s Ministry of Defense cancels a $325 million contract with Israeli defense firm Rafael Advanced Defense Systems for SPIKE LR2 missiles, reflecting a shift in military procurement amid regional tensions. Related: Spain Proposes an Arms Embargo on Israel to Stop War in Gaza Spain’s Ministry of Defense has officially canceled a contract valued at approximately […]

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Morning Mail: Ukraine strikes Crimea bridge, Musk’s ire at Trump’s β€˜abomination’ tax bill, e-scooter injury toll revealed

Want to get this in your inbox every weekday? Sign up for the Morning Mail here, and finish your day with our Afternoon Update newsletterGood morning. Ukraine has made another surprise strike against Russia, this time detonating an explosive under the bridge linking Russia to Crimea.In other world news, at least 27 people were killed by Israeli fire as they waited for food at a Gaza distribution point. And the world’s...

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

β€˜Disgusting abomination’: Musk goes nuclear on Trump’s β€˜big beautiful bill’

β€œShame on those who voted for it: you know you did wrong,” he wrote.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Government labels NT art gallery fallout 'a shemozzle' as chair resigns

The long-standing chair of the Museum and Art Gallery of the NT has quit her position, just weeks after an announcement that a planned $150 million Darwin CBD art gallery may not be going ahead.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: ABC Australia favicon ABC Australia

Hit TV show Andor spurs viewers to draw parallels to Israel's war on Gaza

Hit TV show Andor spurs viewers to draw parallels to Israel's war on Gaza Submitted by Maysa Mustafa on Tue, 06/03/2025 - 20:13 The Star Wars prequel's exploration of occupation and resistance brings Gaza to the forefront for its audience A photo still from season two of Andor (Disney) Off Fans of the Star Wars prequel series Andor have taken to social media this week to draw comparisons between Israel's war on Gaza...

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

UN Security Council to vote again on resolution for ceasefire in Gaza

UN Security Council to vote again on resolution for ceasefire in Gaza The 10 elected members of the United Nations Security Council have asked for the full 15-member body to vote on Wednesday on a draft resolution that demands "an immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire inGazarespected by all parties", unnamed diplomats cited by the Reuters news agency said. Reuters reported that the draft text demands the...

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Trump fires slew of pro-Israel officials in America First 'course correction'

Trump fires slew of pro-Israel officials in America First 'course correction' USPresident Donald Trump’s course correction of his foreign policy team is shifting into overdrive withIranhawks and staunchly pro-Israelofficials axed, including one who drew the ire of "America First" Trump allies. The officials being dismissed are all those with previous track records opposing what are shaping up to be Trump’s most...

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

In the trade wars, there are lessons for the US from Brexit. Australia and our trading partners should take note

Amid the chaos of Trump’s tariff wars, there is an opening for Australia to seize the moment with new trade partnerships.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

A two-state solution is gaining momentum again. Does it have a chance of success?

Several nations are contemplating recognising a Palestinian state to revamp the two-state solution. However, major obstacles remain.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

A two-state solution is gaining momentum again for Israel and the Palestinians. Does it have a chance of success?

Several nations are contemplating recognising a Palestinian state to revamp the two-state solution. However, major obstacles remain.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

With a government review underway, we have to ask why children bully other kids

If we understand their motives, we can help children who bully change their behaviour.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Senior public servants think GenAI will boost productivity – but are worried about the risks

Should GenAI be rapidly rolled out to improve public service policymaking and delivery? Or is a more cautious approach needed to rebuild trust after Robodebt?

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Senior public servants think GenAI will boost productivity - but are worried about the risks

Should GenAI be rapidly rolled out to improve public service policymaking and delivery? Or is a more cautious approach needed to rebuild trust after Robodebt?

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

People with severe mental illness are waiting for days in hospital EDs. Here’s how we can do better

Hospitalsare expensive and often traumatic places to provide mental health care.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Curious Kids: can spiders swim?

Most spiders don’t swim by choice. But they have clever tricks to survive in water when they need to.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

Hannah Kent’s new memoir is a love letter to Iceland and an β€˜enthralling’ murderer

In Always Home, Always Homesick, Hannah Kent reveals how Iceland defines and divides her identity as a writer.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: The Conversation (Australia) favicon The Conversation (Australia)

US to reduce military presence in Syria, keeping only one base operational

US envoy says Syria strategy 'will not be like the last 100 years' as troops pull out.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Dutch government collapses over asylum dispute

Populist leader Geert Wilders quit the Dutch government over migration clash, prompting the prime minister to resign.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

β€˜Replaced with rockets’: Israel’s war strands Gaza pilgrim on Hajj

Iyad Adwan, a displaced Palestinian in Gaza, won’t make the Hajj pilgrimage for a second year in a row.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

The quiet migration: Why Muslims are leaving India in staggering numbers

The quiet migration: Why Muslims are leaving India in staggering numbers Submitted by Hanan Zaffar on Mon, 06/02/2025 - 17:10 Muslims cite fear and marginalisation as a driver behind their desire to leave, making India the second-largest source of Muslim migrants globally Though Muslims represent about 15 percent of India's population, they account for an estimated one-third of Indian emigrants (Nasir Kachroo via...

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Trump fires slew of pro-Israel officials in America First 'course correction'

Trump fires slew of pro-Israel officials in America First 'course correction' Submitted by Sean Mathews on Tue, 06/03/2025 - 19:52 Trump is looking for an Iran dove to take over as Middle East chief at National Security Council, while pushing for nuclear deal, source says US President Donald Trump boards Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews military facility in Maryland, on 30 May 2025 (Saul Loeb/AFP) Off US President...

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Musk slams Trump’s ‘big, beautiful’ bill as GOP senators race to meet July 4th deadline

Trump met with Senate Majority Leader John Thune at the White House early this week and has been dialing senators for one-on-one chats, using both the carrot and stick to encourage them to act.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Colombia rejects Guatemalan court’s arrest warrants for top officials

Colombia says that the action by Guatemalan Prosecutor Rafael Curruchiche is part of a politically motivated campaign.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Meta signs 20-year deal with nuclear plant, signals AI’s growing energy needs

AI already uses vast amounts of energy, much of which comes from burning fossil fuels, which causes climate change.

Published on: June 03, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour