Black smoke rises from Vatican after first conclave vote
Smoke has begun billowing from the Sistine Chapel signalling the 133 cardinals failed to elect a new pope on a two-thirds majority. See the video, photos.
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‘We don’t want a tax on Bluey’: Rudd blasts Trump
Kevin Rudd, Australia’s ambassador to the US, has condemned Donald Trump’s plans to clobber all foreign-made films with a 100 per cent tariff.
India-Pakistan crisis: What we know so far
As tensions soar between India and Pakistan, here’s what we know about the shocking and deadly escalation of the long-running conflict.
Cops make urgent plea in Maddie McCann case amid chilling doco
German police have made an appeal to their British counterparts over the prime suspect in the Madeleine McCann case after a new documentary revealed shocking new details.
‘Hopeless’: Real reason Charles is avoiding Harry, Meghan
Palace insiders have exposed more detail about the bitter fallout within the royal family over Prince Harry’s explosive BBC TV interview.
Tragic star Liam Payne’s $48m fortune revealed
The pop star ex of One Direction star Liam Payne is set to play a key role after the singer died without a will, leaving a massive fortune.
Pakistan warns it will ‘avenge’ deaths from Indian strikes
Pakistan’s PM has made a chilling vow amid soaring tensions with India after the worst violence in decades between the nuclear-armed neighbours.
Ex-porn star who shot up Trump resort had an NDA with Diddy
A new report reveals a man who told police he was a sex slave of Sean “Diddy” Combs when he was arrested for shooting at Donald Trump’s golf club has an NDA with the rapper.
‘Worst nightmare’: Victoria’s fears Beckham rift ‘beyond repair’
Victoria Beckham is reportedly having “sleepless night” over son Brooklyn’s estrangement from his family with insiders suggesting the situation could be irreparable.
‘Asking for too much’: Vance slams Russia over truce stalling
US Vice President JD Vance has pushed Ukraine and Russia to talk to one another directly after criticising Vladimir Putin’s reluctance to budge on ceasefire sticking points.
US, Israel discuss possible US-led administration for Gaza: sources
The US and Israel have discussed the possibility of Washington leading a temporary post-war administration of Gaza as the UN warned about the “annihilation” of the area. Follow updates.
Trump’s blunt three word response in tense Canada meeting
Donald Trump again said he wanted Canada to be America’s 51st state but was rebuffed by newly-elected Prime Minister Mark Carney in a tense exchange in the Oval Office. See what they said.
Screaming in pain: Kylie Jenner’s Met Gala wardrobe malfunction
Kylie Jenner has suffered a fashion blunder that left her yelling out in pain and her team scrambling to help. See the video.
Inside the conclave: How cardinals will elect new pope
The world’s most secret ballot – the conclave to elect the next leader of the Catholic Church — is just hours away. Here’s what’s involved and what to expect.
Celeb names dropped at Diddy’s sex trafficking trial
A list of 190 names was presented to potential jurors in the sex-crimes trial against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, with some major celebrities involved although their role is unclear.
‘Big baby’: Piers Morgan slams Kanye after he storms off show
Following a string of tirades, Kanye West stormed out of a bombshell interview with Piers Morgan who branded him a “sniveling little coward.” See how it unfolded.
Trump ally calls for election after chaotic German chancellor vote
Germany’s designated “right-wing extremist” party leader and Donald Trump ally called for a fresh election after parliament took an unprecedented two rounds to vote in a new chancellor.
‘MAGA in the desert’: Trump and US titans head to Saudi Arabia
Donald Trump and top US corporates including Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg are headed to Saudi Arabia to meet with the oil-rich kingdom’s leaders.
Twisted motive behind Lady Gaga concert bomb plot
A suspected terrorist accused of planning to kill fans at a massive Lady Gaga concert in Rio de Janeiro has been identified by police as having a twisted motive for the plot.
Risky move: Halle Berry almost bares all in daring dress
The actor rocked the Met Gala 2025 in a sheer gown with a plunging neckline, as the fashion on the blue carpet was criticised. See why and vote for your favourite look.
Aussie producer blasts Trump’s film tariff threat
An Australian producer has issued a blunt warning to US President Donald Trump over his latest tariff threat, warning it could spell disaster for Hollywood.
Lively slammed for ‘ridiculous’ incest scenes
Blake Lively has fans in an uproar over a jaw-dropping moment in her latest movie amid her messy legal battle with Justin Baldoni.
Louis steals show as royals unite after Harry’s bombshell interview
All eyes were on Prince Louis and his cheeky antics, as the royal family appeared on Buckingham Palace’s balcony amid the fallout of Prince Harry’s shock TV tell-all. See the video, photos.
Surprise skill you need to be the next Pope
Being Pope is no ordinary job and the CV requirements are utterly unique. Here’s a look at what it takes to be the next Pontiff.
Brooklyn pulls out of Met Gala amid Beckham feud
Brooklyn Beckham and wife Nicola Peltz have made a dramatic last-minute Met Gala exit as their family feud intensifies.
Radiant Queen Mary leads tribute at emotional ceremony
Australian-born Queen Mary has joined her husband King Frederik to mark a significant anniversary for Denmark. See the video, photos.
Playboy model calls out ‘disgusting’ sex acts
Former Playboy pin-up Holly Madison has revealed what life was really like with Hugh Hefner and the one thing she absolutely hated.
Albo confirms Trump call; US President ‘no idea’ who Dutton is
Anthony Albanese has confirmed he has spoken with Donald Trump after the US President revealed he had no clue who Peter Dutton was.
‘100 per cent’: Trump’s wild tariff move on Aussie films
Films produced in Australia will be clobbered with a 100 per cent import tariff by the US in an extraordinary move by Donald Trump. Follow updates.
‘Back-stabbing colleagues’: J.K. Rowling slams pro-trans actors
J.K. Rowling has hit out at actors Joe Alwyn, Bella Ramsey, Eddie Redmayne and more for signing an open letter supporting transgender people.
NYPD arrest pro-Palestine protesters for taking over a Columbia University library
Several pro-Palestine protesters were arrested by the NYPD on Wednesday after taking over Butler Library at Columbia University.
Tom Homan blasts Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez after taunting the border czar
Tom Homan has hit back at US Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez following her recent comments about the border czar.
FBI Director Kash Patel testifies before House, highlights successes so far
FBI Director Kash Patel testifies before House, highlights successes so far
‘Stop now’: Trump’s plea as risk of war grows
As the world frets about escalating military tensions between two nuclear-armed nations, Donald Trump has waded in.
Hard drive images suggest Maddie McCann dead, doco alleges
A new documentary alleges German police found a hard drive at a disused factory owned by the chief suspect in the Madeleine McCann disappearance…
Watch: Pro-Palestinian Protesters Take Over Columbia Library
New York police took into custody several pro-Palestinian protesters who occupied Columbia University’s largest library, the first major demonstration…
‘We all hold our breath’: Pakistan will not let Indian strike ‘go unanswered’
Former home affairs secretary Mike Pezzullo discusses the conflict between India and Pakistan and its effect on Australia.
‘Censorship’: US slaps down Australia
The United States has lashed out at Australia, accusing it of “coercing” tech companies into engaging in “censorship”.
WSJ Opinion: Trump Tariffs on the Road to Deglobalization
Free Expression: Have we misjudged the impact of the Trumpian disruption? Could the effect be better understood, in part, as the progression…
Israeli tourist’s arrogant rant in Thailand
An Israeli tourist sparked outrage over an arrogant rant at a cafe in Thailand.
America ‘facing stagflation’ due to Trump’s tariffs
Independent analyst Evan Lucas claims a key takeaway from the US Federal Reserve meeting on Wednesday morning is that the country is “facing…
New video shows close-up angle of Pirates fan’s tragic fall
Shocking new footage, obtained by CBS News, shows the moment 20-year-old Pirates fan Kavan Markwood accidentally fell more than 20-feet from…
‘India has to pay’: ‘Clear potential for escalation’ in Pakistan-India conflict
CNN reporter Nic Robertson has provided an update on the situation unfolding between India and Pakistan following a missile attack.
Former Memphis Officers Acquitted in Tyre Nichols Murder Case
Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley and Justin Smith faced seven counts, including second-degree murder, related to the 2023 death of Tyre Nichols…
‘Blatant act of war’: Tensions between India and Pakistan escalate
The international community is calling for restraint after India carried out missile strikes against Pakistan.
Kenya court convicts four in ‘ant gang’ smuggling case involving exotic pet trade
Kenya fines four men $8K for trafficking over 5,000 queen ants for the exotic pet trade, rejecting their ‘hobby’ claim.
How crowd reacted to black smoke at Vatican
Crowds waited for hours in St Peter’s Square before black smoke rising from the Sistine Chapel chimney signalled no pope had been elected. Sophie…
US may deport migrants to Libya | Reporter Replay
U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration may deport migrants to Libya for the first time this week, three U.S. officials said on May 6, as…
US at risk of higher inflation risk amid Trump’s tariffs
The US Federal Reserve is warning the Trump administration of the risk of inflation rising following the President’s implementation of tariffs….
India-Pakistan crisis is posturing for domestic gain but risk of war still looms: Analysis
Georgetown’s Uday Chandra tells Al Jazeera India-Pakistan tensions echo 2019, more posturing than real war.
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