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Portnoy on ‘arrogant’ Colbert’s cancellation: ‘What did you think was going to happen?’
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy bashed Stephen Colbert on Saturday, calling the late-night host “ungrateful” after Colbert's show was axed by CBS in what the network claimed was a “financial decision.” “For these people, including like Colbert, to be like, ‘This isn’t really right and we’re blindsided’ — buddy, you’re losing 40 million dollars a...
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Soccer match honours Zdravko Bilic after shock death
Zdravko "Zed" Biliic is remembered at a special game of soccer at Albert Park in Melbourne.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:What is publicly known about Trump’s yearslong relationship with Jeffrey Epstein
As Trump continues to spar with parts of his political base over his handling of the Epstein files, attention is turning to the relationship between the two men. John Yang speaks with New York Times White House correspondent Luke Broadwater, who has written about what’s known about the Trump-Epstein relationship, to learn more.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:News Wrap: Dozens injured after car crashes into crowd in Los Angeles
In our news wrap Saturday, an investigation is underway after a car plowed into a crowd outside a Los Angeles nightclub, at least 32 people in Gaza died after Israeli troops opened fire at a food aid site, the EPA announced the closing of its research branch, and Heritage Foundation co-founder Edwin J. Feulner died at age 83.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:How National Cancer Institute funding cuts could affect the fight against the disease
For decades, the National Cancer Institute has spearheaded breakthrough advancements against the disease. Cancer deaths have been reduced by a third since the 1990s, but now the world’s premier cancer institute is in the midst of a fierce battle over its future. William Brangham speaks with Rachana Pradhan of KFF Health News for more.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:'Enrolment crisis' for performing arts students at virtual school
The academic future of dozens of elite performance students is in doubt after Virtual School Victoria tightened its enrolment criteria for 2026.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:Crops on a 'knife edge' in Victoria as drought continues to bite
Rain brings some relief to drought-affected farmers in Victoria, but most of the state is still desperately dry.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:Astronomer CEO resigns after Coldplay video goes viral
The CEO of Astronomer, a New York-based tech company, resigned Saturday following speculation surrounding a moment caught on camera during a Coldplay concert in Massachusetts this week.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:Transgender military members fight to continue serving despite Trump’s ban
Thousands of transgender troops are facing removal from the U.S. military because the Trump administration is banning them from serving. The Pentagon says they can either self-identify and leave voluntarily with extended benefits, or face involuntary separation. Evident Media’s Dan Ming speaks with some of the transgender military members who are fighting the ban in court.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:Bangladesh’s largest Islamist party rallies for fair elections
The South Asian country is expected to head to the polls next year.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:A look at some of 2025’s new additions to UNESCO World Heritage List
The UNESCO World Heritage Committee met in Paris this month to add to its list of cultural sites around the world deemed to be of “outstanding value to humanity.” The 26 new sites reflect the wide range encompassed by UNESCO’s criteria. John Yang reports.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:'Inevitable' Scheffler on path to greatness as Open beckons at Royal Portrush
As Scottie Scheffler seemingly romps towards another major title at the Open Championship at Royal Portrush, some magic from local hero Rory McIlroy looms as the American's most-serious challenge.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:Victorian childcare crisis data remains secret after missed deadline
Premier Jacinta Allan's government has defied a deadline set by Victoria's parliament to publish documents detailing the state's childcare crisis.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:More settler attacks reported in occupied West Bank
More settler attacks reported in occupied West Bank Dozens of Palestinians in al-Mughayyir village located near Ramallah in the occupied West Bank have suffered from tear gas inhalation after Israeli forces had raided the village following an attack by settlers. The Palestinian news agency Wafa is reporting that residents had confronted the settlers, as they were trying to enter the village. In another incident, a...
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:MAGA comes to Trump's defense on Epstein after WSJ turmoil
Influential figures in the MAGA realm who have pushed the administration to release more documents related to Jeffrey Epstein’s case are coming to President Trump’s defense after The Wall Street Journal reported that the commander-in-chief allegedly sent a lewd letter to the disgraced financier and convicted sex offender over 20 years ago. The Journal reported...
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:Stay or go? The tough choice Queenslanders make to live longer
Long drives for specialist and hospital treatment force older people to consider giving up their homes in regional Australia for better care in cities.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:Conservatives mourn death of Heritage Foundation founder
The death of Ed Feulner, the co-founder of the Heritage Foundation, has sparked an outpouring of support from Republican lawmakers and leaders. Feulner helped start the Heritage Foundation in 1973 and served as its president for nearly 40 years. “In the passing of Dr. Ed Feulner, the conservative movement has lost one of its true...
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:Rush to reassure parents following spate of allegations in childcare
The latest disturbing allegations involving workers at Queensland childcare centres have authorities rushing to reassure parents of their commitment to keeping children safe.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:Sydney's gangland war unlike any ever seen by head of taskforce
In more than 30 years on the NSW Police force, Detective Superintendent Jason Box has never seen a Sydney gangland war like this one.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:Clashes in Syria’s Sweida end, tribal fighters pushed out
Clashes in Syria’s Sweida end, tribal fighters pushed out Spokesperson of Syria’s Interior Ministry Noureddine al-Baba said on Saturday that clashes within the southern city have stopped. Syria’s official SANA news agency reported the news which follows the deployment of governmental forces in Sweida to quell the sectarian violence.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:After 55 years, Billy Joel finally lets his guard down in 5-hour documentary
This two-part, five-hour epic is essential viewing for anyone who's ever wanted to know more about one of pop's most guarded stars.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:The 5 Senate seats most likely to flip
An already active start to the 2026 cycle has kicked into overdrive in recent weeks with a major retirement announcement, the passage of a key GOP priority and moves by candidates that could further scramble the chess board. Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) made waves in the lead-up to the passage of President Trump’s “big, beautiful...
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:Peru Issues Regional Epidemiological Alert for Measles Cases
The Peruvian Ministry of Health issued a regional epidemiological alert on Saturday in the southern department of Puno for the risk of reintroduction of measles cases imported from Bolivia, a country with which this region shares a border. RELATED: Bolivia Expresses Its Deep Gratitude to Venezuela for Measles Vaccines Through a statement, the Ministry of […]
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:Sectarian clashes erupt in Syria despite ceasefire announcement
Days of clashes between Bedouin and Druze fighters in Syria's Suweida region have reportedly left hundreds dead.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:Could Trump’s threats against Brazil backfire?
US threatens 50-percent tariffs unless ex-leader Bolsonaro's prosecution is dropped.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:AI in health care could save lives and money — but not yet
A professor and researcher who studies AI and health care analytics explains why AI’s growth will be gradual, and how technical limitations and ethical concerns stand in the way of AI’s widespread adoption by the medical industry.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:Joe Rogan urges Texas Democrat to run for president
Podcast host Joe Rogan offered high praise for state Rep. James Talarico (D) on his podcast Friday, telling the Texas lawmaker that he should launch a White House bid. “You need to run for president. We need someone who is actually a good person,” Rogan said at the end of a multi-hour interview. Talarico, who...
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:US: LA car ramming driver shot, hospitalized, police says
A man drove into a crowd outside a club, injuring over a dozen people in what the LA mayor called "a heartbreaking tragedy." The driver was shot and taken to the hospital, with the man who shot the driver still at large.
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:‘It’s a takeover’: the South Australian power player reshaping the state Liberal party
Charismatic senator Alex Antic has risen to the top of factional state politics, bringing his conservative religious supporters with him. In the third of a four-part series on the Coalition, we examine whether it is a roadmap for the national Liberal party’s existential crisis?Part one: ‘A very divisive period’: the challenges facing a Liberal party in existential crisisPart two: Liberal party hardliners are on the...
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:Australia’s reckoning with Indigenous people takes one cultural glide forward, two political steps back | Julianne Schultz
As we approach the second anniversary of the rejection of the voice to parliament, there’s a tension at the heart of the global celebration of First Nations artistsFor several decades, First Nations artists have done much of the heavy lifting in Australian cultural diplomacy. And now Wesley Enoch as chair of Creative Australia has to fix a damaged sector.Archie Moore, Tracey Moffatt, Warwick Thornton, Deborah Mailman,...
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:No spare time, no spare bedrooms: young Australian families under pressure are turning away from foster care
Foster carer numbers are declining as families face extreme living costs. Could more government investment and support help turn the trend around?Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastRobyn and Nick Lloyd have been foster carers for a decade, welcoming more than 30 kids into their home.There’s a financial and emotional toll to being a carer; but also joy attached to providing a safe environment for...
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:As I fear for my ancestral homeland Iran, I find solace in Persian music | Dellaram Vreeland
As bombs began falling and threats mounted against my people, the Bahá’ís, Ballarat-based musicians brought me hopeSign up for the Rural Network email newsletterMy vintage Pioneer turntable is playing the music of the Ballarat-based duo Zöj. The voice of the Iranian singer Gelareh Pour and her Persian kamancheh, a bowed string instrument, are feeding my lounge with the song The God of Rainbows. The weather is bleak but...
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:SA’s toxic algal bloom is twice the size of the ACT, has killed 12,000 animals and is filling even the experts with dread
Beaches are littered with fish carcasses and scientists warn they are only ‘the tip of the iceberg’ as underwater habitats deteriorateGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAnthony Rowland was heading out for a pre-dawn surf at Waitpinga Point when he felt a tickle in his throat.He was out on the pristine water as the sun rose on South Australia’s Fleurieu Peninsula, then headed back up the hill...
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:Death on the sand: fish and animal carcasses rot on Adelaide shores amid toxic algal bloom – video
Across South Australia, thousands of animals from close to 400 different species have washed up on the shore, from leafy seadragons, octopuses and shellfish to rays, eels, crabs and more. As senior reporter Tory Shepherd explains,it’s due to a 'harmful algal bloom', or HAB, caused by Karenia mikimotoi. It’s not toxic to humans, but people are being told not to eat the sick or dead fish, and to keep their dogs away or...
Published on: July 19, 2025 | Source:Israeli settlers raid Hebron’s Old City: Reports
Israeli settlers raid Hebron’s Old City: Reports Videos circulating on social media showed a number of Israeli settlers storming on Saturday evening the Old City in Hebron in the occupied West Bank. The footage show Israeli forces guarding the settler. Local media is reporting that Israeli forces have prevented journalists from covering the incident. It has also been reported that Israeli troops raided the village of...
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