Australia

Raut Claims Ajit Pawar Set for Political Return to Opposition Fold MUMBAI, 28 January 2026 – A fresh storm has erupted in Maharashtra’s political landscape after Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) leader Sanjay Raut claimed that the two factions of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) are reuniting and that Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar will […]

Omar Confronts ICE Funding and Personal Allegations Amid Minneapolis Turmoil WASHINGTON, 28 January 2026 – US Representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN) is at the centre of a fierce political storm, advocating for the abolition of a key federal agency while simultaneously defending herself against a barrage of personal allegations from the highest levels of government. The

Australian Open 2026: Quarterfinals Fire Up Amid Scorching Melbourne Heatwave MELBOURNE, 27 January 2026 – The Australian Open has reached its boiling point, both on and off the court. As the tournament’s quarterfinal stage commenced on Day 10, players battled not only their opponents but also a brutal heatwave, with temperatures soaring to a predicted

Nine’s Radio Empire in Freefall as Network Eyes AU$40 Million Fire Sale SYDNEY, 27 January 2026 – Nine Entertainment is preparing to offload its struggling radio network for a potential price of just AU$40 million, a staggering 85 per cent decline from its 2019 valuation of AU$275 million. The move signals a strategic retreat from

Heatwave and Bushfires Trigger Widespread Power Outages, Prompting Government Relief Payments MELBOURNE, 27 January 2026 – A record-breaking heatwave and devastating bushfires have plunged parts of southeastern Australia into darkness, causing prolonged power outages for thousands. In response, the Australian and Victorian Governments have announced emergency payments for households left without electricity for a week

Gadecki and Peers Power Into Australian Open Mixed Doubles Quarterfinals MELBOURNE, 27 January 2026 – Defending champions Olivia Gadecki and John Peers have successfully navigated their first test at Melbourne Park, advancing to the Australian Open mixed doubles quarterfinals with a hard-fought victory. The Australian wildcard duo now face a stern challenge against fifth seeds

‘Unheard Of’ Heatwave Grips South-East, With Temperatures Nearing 50°C AUSTRALIA, 27 January 2026 – A severe and prolonged heatwave of exceptional intensity continues to scorch south-eastern Australia, pushing temperatures towards 50°C and breaking long-standing records. Following a blistering Australia Day long weekend that saw new highs set in South Australia, the focus now shifts to

Amex Slashes Points Value for Australian Travellers in Major Loyalty Devaluation SYDNEY, 27 January 2026 – American Express has confirmed a substantial devaluation of its Membership Rewards points for Australian cardholders, with the cost of converting points to airline miles set to rise by up to 50 per cent from next month. The move, part

Artificial Intelligence in 2026: A Forward-Looking Analysis SYDNEY, 26 January 2026 – As we look ahead to the year 2026, the trajectory of Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to be a dominant force shaping technological, economic, and social landscapes globally and within Australia. This analysis explores the anticipated developments, challenges, and opportunities that define the current

Wang Xinyu Makes History with Maiden Australian Open Fourth Round Berth MELBOURNE, 26 January 2026 – China’s Xinyu Wang has carved her name into the record books, advancing to the fourth round of the Australian Open for the first time in her career. The 24-year-old secured her place in the second week of the season’s