Missing head of Interpol detained in China
The whereabouts of one of the most high-profile missing people in China have been established, with officials confirming they are holding Meng Hongwei.
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Kate Bush announces career-spanning box set
It's in the trees! It's coming! The Kate Bush box set that is, with the critically revered singer-songwriter announcing plans for a remastered re-release of her entire back catalogue.
Russian spies accused of plotting cyber attacks
NATO's General Secretary has warned Russia to quit its "reckless" behaviour after seven of its nationals have been accused of involvement in a series of cyber attacks.
California law now requires companies to have women on board of directors
California, home of Hollywood, surf beaches, endless sunshine and corporate gender equality? That may soon be the case after Senate Bill 826, which requires publicly held companies based in the state to have at least woman on their boards of directors by the end of 2019, has become law.
The Macallan 60-Year-Old sets new record for a whisky at auction
The bottle of the Macallan 1926 has sold for US$1.1 million at Edinburgh, setting a new record as the most expensive single standard bottle of whisky ever.
Canadian Donna Strickland becomes only the third woman to win Nobel Prize for Physics
She shared the prize with US scientist Arthur Ashkin and Frenchman Gerard Mourou.
Liverpool and Chelsea on a collision course after perfect EPL starts
The two powerhouse clubs have each won all five of their premier league matches and will meet each other next week in a mouth-watering clash.
Donald Tusk, Emmanuel Macron the latest to reject Theresa May’s Brexit model
The President of the European Council has described the Chequers agreement as unworkable at an EU summit.
Eliud Kipchoge smashes record for fastest marathon ever
The Kenyan champion has slashed more than a minute off the previous marathon record, completing the Berlin race in 2 hours, 1 minute, 39 seconds, an average pace of 20.7 km/hour.
Bank of England governor: no deal Brexit could crash housing market
The UK's torturous negotiations over the shape and form of Brexit have taken another turn with the Governor of the nation's central bank warning of financial chaos in the event of a no deal Brexit.
Gordon Brown: the world is “sleepwalking” towards another financial crisis
Almost a decade from the day when Lehman Brothers collapsed during the tumult of the GFC, the former UK Prime Minister has warned major problems within the financial sector that led to the crisis have still not been remedied.
One million rally for Catalonian independence
The large-scale protest in Barcelona shows there is still significant popular support for the Catalan region to break away from Spain and self-govern.
Anti-immigrant party on the rise in Swedish elections
Nationalist party Swedish Democrats (SD), once linked to neo-Nazis, have won about 18% of the vote, up from 12.9% in the last national election.
Ethereum, world’s second biggest cryptocurrency, plunges in value
In the wake of (now discredited) news that Goldman Sachs is shelving its plans for a cryptocurrency trading desk, the two biggest cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin and Ethereum, dipped sharply in value.
Russian nationals named as suspects in Sergei Skripal poisoning
Alexander Petrov and Ruslan Boshirov are suspected of carrying out the Novichok attack in Salisbury in June this year.
Theresa May’s Brexit plan hits roadblock, EU chief negotiator “strongly opposed”
Michel Barnier, the EU's Chief Brexit Negotiator, has given his strongest indication yet that the EU will oppose May's Chequers agreement. Meanwhile, May has written an op-ed saying she will not budge on the contentious compromise deal struck at Chequers.
UK proposes energy drink ban for under 18s
The Department of Health and Social Care has launched a consultation on whether children should be able to purchase energy drinks.
Greece finally emerges from Eurozone bailout
The European nation has successfully completed a three-year bailout program but officials have warned the country is still very much in a rebuilding phase.
22 confirmed dead in Italian bridge collapse, rescue ongoing
Rescue efforts are ongoing after the Morandi bridge in Genoa collapsed, sending dozens of vehicles plunging 45 metres onto railway tracks and buildings below.
Vienna topples Melbourne as world’s most liveable city
The Economist's annual survey of the world's most liveable cities has a new number one, with Melbourne demoted after seven years in the top spot.
‘Drunk’ and angry wasps menacing the UK
A perfect storm of climatic conditions, genetic quirks and the wasps' life cycle have resulted in increased numbers of wasps becoming 'intoxicated' and making a nuisance of themselves with heightened numbers of stinging attacks.
US officials pushed through NATO deal without Trump
A new report has suggested senior US officials, including National Security Advisor John Bolton, rushed through a deal on NATO before the president could sink it.
US set to sanction Russia over nerve agent attack
The US State Department has announced the move after it determined Russia used the nerve agent Novichok on former double agent Sergei Skripal and his daughter Yulia.
Bob Carr tells The CEO Magazine Trump “is permanently degrading American politics”
With a wide-ranging new memoir, 'Run For Your Life' under his belt, the former Australian Foreign Minister discusses the impact of Trump, the rise of China and the potentially calamitous impact of climate change.
Trump to restore sanctions on Iran
The US lifted the sanctions back in 2015 but the Trump administration will restore them despite the protests of European leaders.
Facebook removes fake news accounts as US mid-term elections loom
Facebook has written a blog saying it has identified and removed 32 fake accounts and pages designed to influence the mid-term US elections in November.
Kit Kat doesn’t get a break, fails in bid for trademark protection
The EU's highest court has ruled the popular chocolate does not have a shape distinctive enough to warrant trademark protection, ending a legal battle that has stretched over 16 years.
Iranian general threatens Trump: we will “destroy all that you possess”
Major General Qassem Soleimani has warned Trump that Iran will "destroy all that you possess" if attacked by the US.
Trump does U-turn on EU, now wants trade cooperation and close ties
Trump and European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker have announced that the US and EU will work together to avoid a potentially ruinous trade war.
74 dead and hundreds missing after fire in Greece
187 people are reported to be injured after the wildfires which forced many people in the resort town of Mati to flee into the sea.
Polling shows support for Trump stable after Putin meeting
The new poll from NBC News/Wall Street Journal shows the Putin meeting had little impact on his popularity.
Cupcakes, bald heads and kangaroos: Apple unveils new emoji
On the fifth instalment of World Emoji Day, Apple has revealed a new suite of emoji that will be available later in 2018.
Boxer Floyd Mayweather tops list of highest paid celebrities
Mayweather finished ahead of actor and director George Clooney and television personality and entrepreneur Kylie Jenner.
Trump sides with Putin against US intelligence agencies
After meeting with Putin, Trump told media that he believed the Russian leader's denials of state involvement in the 2016 US election.
Conservative MP calls for second Brexit referendum
Theresa May's government continues to be divided over Brexit, with one conservative MP penning an opinion piece stating the country should return to the polls on the issue.
Trump: I consider the EU a “foe”
The US President has taken aim at the EU, Russia and China in an interview with CBS.
World Cup 2018: the moments that mattered
France are World Cup champions for 2018, defeating a gallant Croatian side 4-2 in a gripping final. Here, we look back on the goals, upsets, protests and stars that defined the tournament.
US President feeling “unwelcome” in the UK
Donald Trump is gearing up for a hostile reception in London and laments that he used to love the city.
Trump: May’s soft Brexit deal will likely kill US-UK trade deal
In an explosive interview with The Sun newspaper, Trump said that May's proposed Brexit model would likely kill any trade deal between the two countries.
Trump urges NATO countries to double defence spending
At a Brussels meeting of NATO member nations, US President Donald Trump told the Europeans nations they should double their military spending to 4% of GDP.
Cristiano Ronaldo joins Juventus in US$123 million move
Ronaldo will leave Spain for the Italian club in the blockbuster move.
Is this clothing store with nothing to sell the future of retail?
Nordstrom's new outlets have no merchandise but instead offer shoppers the opportunity to try on clothes and consult with stylists and tailors.
Mission accomplished: Thai soccer team and coach all rescued
If it was a Hollywood movie you wouldn't believe it, but the rescue mission widely seen by experts as nearly impossible has come to a successful end with all 12 boys and their coach now out of the caves.
Roger v Rafa rivalry set for another epic chapter at Wimbledon
With 37 grand slam victories between them, the two tennis champions are on track to meet again in the Wimbledon final and continue one of sport's great rivalries.
Brexit Secretary David Davis quits as consensus frays
Davis quit after deciding he could not abide by the most recent Brexit framework May's government agreed to on 6 July. His resignation will force a government reshuffle and is a serious blow to pro-Brexit factions.
European parliament to vote on ‘value gap’ legislation for online sharing of music
Sir Paul McCartney is among those supporting the contentious legislation; he believes the change would safeguard the "sustainable future for music".
Google moves to hose down privacy concerns about Gmail
The tech giant has been forced into action after a news report revealed many third party apps have the ability to read private messages sent in Gmail.
Angela Merkel reverses position on immigration, will tighten Germany’s borders
The German Chancellor has agreed to a political deal which will see the country tighten its borders to asylum seekers.
UK high street loses 50,000 jobs as Brexit, online shopping take toll
High-profile retailers such as House of Fraser and Poundworld have slumped in 2018 and the sector has lost tens of thousands of jobs this year alone.
WTO vindicates Australia on plain packaging for cigarettes
Four nations had brought a complaint to the WTO that Australia's mandated plain packaging violated trade laws, but the WTO has rejected this, clearing the way for other countries to introduce similar legislation.
The Kinks to reunite for shows, new record
Frontman Ray Davies will reunite with brother Dave Davies and drummer Mick Avory as one of the most influential Britsh bands ever gets set to write a new chapter.
Trump to meet Putin, will discuss Syria and 2016 US election
A senior Russian official has revealed a date and time have been set for the two leaders to meet.
Uber regains licence to operate in the UK
The company has rebounded under CEO Dara Khosrowshahi and convinced the court it has changed its ways.
Trump’s travel ban upheld by US Supreme Court
The court has ruled 5-4 in favour of the ban which prohibits most people from a number of predominantly Muslim countries entering the US.
Harley-Davidson moves production offshore to avoid retaliatory EU tariffs
The iconic motorbike manufacturer has announced the move in response to retaliatory tariffs from the EU.
Erdoğan claims victory in Turkish elections
Turkey’s electoral commission has just confirmed Recep Tayyip Erdoğan of the Justice and Development Party (AK Party) will remain Turkey’s leader.
Italy’s Osteria Francescana named world’s greatest restaurant
The Modena hotspot reclaimed first place at the 2018 edition of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants.
World Cup heavyweights struggling in group stages
Powerhouse nations like Brazil, Germany, Spain and Argentina were expected to dominate the tournament but have all underwhelmed so far
Elon Musk tweets support for Universal Basic Income
The Tesla co-founder answered a question on Twitter by saying “universal income will be necessary over time if AI takes over most human jobs”
US quits United Nations Human Rights Council
The US Ambassador to the UN, Nikki Haley, has announced the withdrawal, calling the organisation a “cesspool of political bias”.
Video game addiction classified as a disorder by World Health Organisation
For the first time, the World Health Organisation (WHO) will list gaming disorder in its International Statistical Classification of Diseases (ICD).
Ceasefire in Afghanistan comes to bloody end
A three-day pause in hostilities in Afghanistan has been broken with two devastating suicide bombing attacks.
Richard Branson calls for a ‘World Cup of peace’
As the World Cup prepares for kick-off, the Virgin founder has written of his hope the tournament can be an “opportunity for the world to put differences aside and join hands as one.”
Trump in for a frosty reception at G7 meeting
The leaders of the world’s seven largest advanced economies will meet in Canada but there is already talk of a six-country agreement with Trump the odd one out.
Could Donald Trump pardon himself from Russian collusion investigation?
US President Donald Trump may have the power to pardon himself of any wrongdoing related to Russian collusion in the US election, says his lawyer Rudy Giuliani.
Conte to be sworn in as Italian Prime Minister
Italian President Sergio Mattarella has agreed to swear in the coalition government after blocking it just days ago
Babchenko faked his own death in elaborate sting operation
After being warned he was the target of a state-ordered assassination plot, Russian journalist Arkady Babchenko faked his own death in order to expose those coordinating his murder.
Anti-Kremlin journalist shot dead in cold blood outside Kiev home
Arkady Babchenko had become an enemy of the state after upsetting some of the Kremlin's most powerful figures. Now, after more than a year of living in exile in Ukraine, he's been murdered outside his apartment complex.
Italy names interim Prime Minister Carlo Cottarelli as government collapses
Italy continues to be a nation in flux after President Sergio Mattarella invited Carlo Cottarelli, formerly an International Monetary Fund economist, to form government.
Pat Cash previews the French Open
With his larrikin persona and classically beautiful serve-and-volley game, Pat Cash was one of Australia’s favourite sportsmen.
Will an embellished resume cost Conte?
The frontrunner to be Italy's next prime minister, Giuseppe Conte, has been caught taking liberties with his resume.
Iran to be hit by ‘strongest sanctions in history’, says Pompeo
Washington announces plan to impose toughest sanctions on Tehran to date, as it aims to curb its "threatening behaviour".
European Commission taking countries to highest court over pollution
After repeated warnings to address unacceptable pollution levels, six countries must now answer to the European Court of Justice.
Zuckerberg agrees to closed-door meeting with European Parliament
Mark Zuckerberg has been called out for agreeing to give evidence to the European Parliament despite repeated calls to front British MPs.
58 dead and 2700 wounded, as Israeli forces open fire on Palestinians
The world has condemned the Israeli military's massacre of Palestinian protestors as a shocking and abhorrent violation of human rights.
$50 million budgeted for MH17 prosecution
The Turnbull government has set aside $50 million in the federal budget to go towards the prosecution of those responsible for the downing of MH17.
Trump pulls US out of Iran deal, Europe remains committed
European leaders are scrambling to convince Iran not to revert to nuclear bomb building in the wake of Trump's decision to cut ties with the 2015 accord.
Boris Johnson visits US to urge Trump to stay in Iran pact
The British foreign secretary is leaving no stone unturned in his bid to keep the Iran accord in play.
Surgery goes well for Sir Alex Ferguson, football world rallies behind him
It sent shockwaves through the football world but Ferguson is reportedly recovering well from his emergency surgery.
Journalists targeted by Islamic State suicide bomber
Afghanistan has suffered its deadliest day for the country's media since the US-led defeat of the Taliban in 2001.
Iran rubbishes claims it lied about nuclear ambitions
What Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claims to be evidence, is nothing more than a beat up of old issues to aid Donald Trump's move against Iran, officials say.
William and Kate announce birth of third child
Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge, and Prince William have announced the arrival of a healthy baby boy on Monday.
Turnbull tells Germans to follow Australia’s lead on border security
Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull has told the Konrad Adenauer Foundation gathering in Berlin that the key to gaining support for multiculturalism is having control of your borders.
Women and children among the dead in ISIS attack
Terrorist group Islamic State has reportedly claimed responsibility for the horrific attack on Kabul.
Embarrassing Brexit defeat for May government
The House of Lords has backed an amendment to May's Brexit blueprint aimed at securing a customs union deal by the end of October.
‘If Assad doesn’t get it, it’s going to hurt’
Nikki Haley has warned Syria's President that the US would strike again without hesitation if he was to carry out another chemical attack.
‘Get ready Russia, the missiles are coming’
Donald Trump has warned Putin a missile strike on Syria is imminent, and Russia has pledged to shoot them down.
Russia vetoes US resolution at UN Security Council
The West is ready to take military action against Syria if it is confirmed government forces were behind a toxic gas attack in Douma, but Russia has blocked an independent investigation proposed by the US.
China flaunts military partnership with Russia
The new defence chief of China has shown aggression towards the US, saying the West should take heed of the country's military alliance with Russia.
Thunder Snow storms the Dubai World Cup to take home $10m
There were winners on and off the track at the 2018 Dubai World Cup – with world-class thoroughbreds, stunning fashion and outstanding entertainment.
Former captains aren’t buying three-man brain trust
Cricket Australia CEO James Sutherland says the investigation has cleared everyone but Smith, Warner and Bancroft of any involvement in the ball-tampering scandal, but a host of big-name former stars have rejected the outcome.
Australia could boycott football World Cup
The Socceroos may be withdrawn from the FIFA World Cup in Russia if the British government pulls England from the tournament.
Russian officers being expelled in huge numbers, as the US takes strong position
It started with the UK, now the US, a host of European countries, and other allies such as Australia and Canada, are removing Russian diplomats and intelligence officers from their countries.
OPINION: Forget Bancroft, make an example of Smith, Warner, and the rest of the so-called leadership group
The cheating by the Australian cricket team has left a proud sporting nation shell-shocked. But Cameron Bancroft should not be the poster boy for this ball-tampering plot.
World’s last male northern white rhino dies, as Sudan succumbs to old age
It is another blow to conservation efforts, but hope remains that Sudan's genetic material will one day lead to the reproduction of the northern white rhino.
Vladimir Putin re-elected in emphatic fashion
Exit polls have Putin winning almost three quarters of the vote, meaning he will maintain power until at least 2024.
White farmers have ‘no need to fear’, says SA government
The South African government has blasted its Australian counterpart for suggesting white farmers are being persecuted and need help.
Britain says Russia is ‘culpable’ and expels 23 diplomats
Theresa May has announced the largest expulsion of Russian diplomats since the Cold War, after Moscow refused to offer an explanation as to how a Soviet-developed nerve agent was used in an assassination attempt on a former double agent.
UK formally accuses Russia of spy assassination attempt
If the Putin government fails to explain what it knew of the attempt on Sergei Skripal's life, the UK is likely to impose tougher sanctions.