The Guardian

Melbourne police in standoff with graffiti artist perched above Pam the Bird tag on Bolte Bridge tower

Man on bridge refuses to come down after posting tax complaint on social mediaPolice in Melbourne are stuck in a standoff with a man on top of a major inner-city bridge after a dangerous graffiti stunt.Emergency services were called to the Bolte Bridge at 3am on Tuesday over reports a graffiti artist had climbed up one of the bridge’s 120m-high pillars. Continue reading...

general  Jul 6, 2026

BBC World

Why a Diljit Dosanjh film vanished from streaming after two days

The film's troubled journey spans years of censorship disputes, court battles and an unexpected release on a streaming platform.

general  Jul 6, 2026

BBC World

Can China repeat its EV success with robotaxis?

China's self-driving car firms have been given a headstart by the country's EV supply chain as they expand globally.

general  Jul 6, 2026

WSJ World News

For One Night, Support for Belgium’s Soccer Team Swells

President Trump’s unusual intervention over a red-card decision prompts strong backing for the next U.S. opponent in the World Cup.

general  Jul 6, 2026

WSJ World News

Canada Rushes to Build Up Its Military as U.S. Relationship Frays

The country has long lagged behind NATO allies in defense spending, but Prime Minister Mark Carney says it has to do more.

general  Jul 6, 2026

WSJ World News

Opinion | Iran’s Most Favored Strait of Hormuz Nation Is China

Beijing will receive a friends-and-family deal in transiting the waterway.

general  Jul 6, 2026

WSJ World News

Graham Platner Reassesses ‘Best Path Forward’ in Senate Bid After Sexual-Assault Claim

Plus, Trump confirms he called FIFA’s president about U.S. player, and saying ‘I do’ can means cats, too.

general  Jul 6, 2026

WSJ World News

Opinion | The Last World War II Head of State

Simeon Saxe-Coburg-Gotha became Bulgaria’s king at 6 and its prime minister at 64.

general  Jul 6, 2026

NY Times World

Spate of Shark Attacks Means More Drones for Australia’s Beaches

The country is stepping up measures to keep swimmers and surfers safe after a teacher was mauled by a great white shark at Coogee beach

general  Jul 6, 2026

NY Times World

NATO Needs Turkey

The war in Ukraine and Trump’s disregard for the alliance have generated a new appreciation of what Turkey brings to the table.

general  Jul 6, 2026

WSJ World News

Opinion | Can AI Repair the Broken Modern State?

Governments consistently fail to deliver on their promises. Technology can help them do better.

general  Jul 6, 2026

NY Times World

Canada Bets on NATO Partners for Its Expanded Submarine Fleet

In selecting a joint bid from Germany and Norway, Prime Minister Mark Carney is elevating Canada’s naval power and reducing its military and economic dependency on the United States.

general  Jul 6, 2026

The Guardian

Australia news live: Wong says China’s missile test in Pacific a ‘destabilising act’ that could ‘lead to miscalculation’

Foreign affairs minister says Australia made clear its displeasure at China’s long-range missile test and will keep doing so. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGood morning and welcome to our live news blog. I’m Martin Farrer with the top overnight stories and then it will be Nick Visser with the main action.Western Australia’s Labor premier, Roger Cook, has conceded his party will have a tough fight to retain a previously safe seat after a retiri

general  Jul 6, 2026

The Guardian

Woman accuses Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner of sexual assault

Democratic candidate for Senate, who has faced series of scandals, denies allegation reported by PoliticoA woman has accused Graham Platner, the Democratic candidate for US Senate in Maine, of sexual assault, according to an exclusive report by Politico.Jenny Racicot, 41, dated the oyster farmer former marine veteran and alleges he forced her to have sex despite repeated objections. Continue reading...

general  Jul 6, 2026

NY Times World

Iranians Mourn a Slain Leader, and Call for Vengeance

Million of people filled the streets of Iran to bid farewell to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in the war with the United States and Israel.

general  Jul 6, 2026

The Guardian

Idaho woman who said infant twins died from vaccines charged with murder

Andrea Shaw and husband appeared on RFK Jr-linked podcast after deaths in May last year of 18-month-oldsAn Idaho mother who said her 18-month-old twins died last year after receiving three vaccines has been charged with murder in their deaths, officials said last week.Andrea Shaw, 23, was indicted on two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of her toddlers, Tyson and Dallas, who were found dead in a shared bed on 1 May last year. Continue reading...

general  Jul 6, 2026

NY Times World

Will Prince Harry’s Trip to Britain Repair or Deepen the Royal Rift?

Harry arrived in London Monday night for a visit that has already been overshadowed by drama and confusion over his plans.

general  Jul 6, 2026

The Guardian

Lauren Bennett, singer on LMFAO’s Party Rock Anthem, dies aged 37

British-born vocalist competed on The X-Factor before joining the girl groups Paradiso Girls and G.R.L.Lauren Bennett, member of the girl group G.R.L. and featured artist on LMFAO’s global smash hit Party Rock Anthem, has died at the age of 37.“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Lauren,” the group wrote on their Instagram page. “Our hearts are broken, and we cannot begin to express how much she meant to us.” A cause of death was not specified. Continue reading..

general  Jul 6, 2026

The Guardian

Do bees have inner lives? Slow-motion video reveals bumblebee behaviour similar to ‘liking’ or ‘disliking’

Bees respond to tasty treats or plain water based on context, study that may provide support for establishing insect sentience showsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastWhen bumblebees taste something good, they reach out their glossa – or insect tongue – for a while afterwards, almost as if they are licking their lips. And when they don’t like something, the insects will shake their heads and wipe their mouths.Scientists who captured the miniature facial expressions on slo

general  Jul 6, 2026

NY Times World

Heat waves are taking a big toll on chickens

The birds are particularly vulnerable to high temperatures, and France’s torrid June took a heavy toll.

general  Jul 6, 2026