New missile could ‘kneecap US’ in 20 mins
Experts have warned that a Chinese bomber carrying a new hypersonic missile could “destroy everything” in just 20 minutes.
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Ex-mistress threatened to sue Nine
There has been a surprise update in the defamation retrial hearing for former soldier Ben Roberts-Smith.
‘Nuclear war’ imminent, experts warn
As tensions rapidly rise between these two nations, the world must be prepared for a “nuclear war”, experts warn.
What Albo, Dutton will do to keep you safe
From Russia trying to sneak bombers onto Australia’s doorstep to Chinese warships lurking off the vast coastline, the country is staring down uncertain times.
‘Will respond’: Ominous sign from nuke rivals
Relations between the feuding nuclear-armed nations have spiralled to terrifying new lows in the days since a deadly militant attack on tourists.
$87m US fighter jet rolls off ship and sinks
A $87 million US fighter jet rolled off the side an aircraft carrier and sank to the bottom of the Red Sea with the extraordinary mishap attributed to human error.
PM’s ‘shifty’ Russia-Indonesia claims blasted
The Coalition has blasted Anthony Albanese for “shifty responses” on Russia’s request to use an Indonesian military base.
Hectic weapons at Vatican funeral revealed
These huge guns Italian soldiers were carrying at Pope Francis’ funeral were hard to miss — but you may be surprised to know what they actually do.
Kim unveils warship with chilling warning
Kim Jong-un has unveiled North Korea’s largest ever warship which could be capable of firing nuclear missiles.
Why Anzac RSL crowd ‘booed’ Dutton
Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton have suspended political campaigning for Anzac Day, which for the Opposition Leader included a turn at two-up.
‘Why are Aus troops training for China war?’
The Defence Minister has addressed reports from the Philippines where local and US troops are engaged in “full-scale war” training.
Dutton dodges key questions on defence
Peter Dutton is under fire after making a major announcement on defence spending but leaving key questions unanswered.
‘Damning’ audio key in BRS retrial bid
The veteran is claiming a miscarriage of justice after his failed defamation case against Fairfax resulted in him being found a war criminal by the Federal Court.
Bold pledge for Australia’s defence
The Coalition has vowed to dramatically increase defence spending if elected next month, as war rages in Europe and the Middle East.
Hidden meaning behind famed cricket bats
They served alongside him during 11 tours of duty with the SASR. Now former soldier Harry Moffitt’s famed cricket bats have been called up for another innings.
‘Killings will continue’: Putin’s Easter move
Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky has claimed there have been serious violations to Putin’s Easter “truce”.
Rogue nation caught building giant warship
Satellite image show North Korea building what could be its largest ever warship, spanning over 140 metres long.
Warning as sinister world trend comes for us
A “deeply troubling” trend is gripping the world and could soon bring dire consequences for us all, an expert says. Warning: Distressing.
Aliens ‘turned soldiers to stone’: CIA files
Declassified CIA files from the Cold War reveal a Soviet encounter with extraterrestrials, which witnesses claim resulted in the highly bizarre deaths of 23 Russian soldiers.
‘Manipulation’: China fumes over video
A revealing video released by Ukraine showing two men being interrogated has sparked tensions as China scurries to shut down the “hype”.
Chilling clip reveals Russia’s deadly failure
Intense new vision has shown how an armoured column was obliterated in what appears to be another deadly miscalculation by Putin’s commanders.
‘Lost for words’: Backlash over Greens rave
The WA Greens have come under fire for advertising a dance party fundraiser to be held on Anzac Day, leading to a sudden update on the planned rave.
Colonel fired for two word Vance remark
Weeks after being photographed smiling with the US Vice President, a senior commander has been fired after an email was leaked leading to fury.
Terrified Russians blast at mystery UFO
Russian forces have opened fire on a mysterious UFO over Moscow with the world all asking the same question.
Dutton’s cryptic message over dumped Lib
The Opposition Leader said there were unpublicised reasons for the immediate dumping of a Liberal candidate who claimed women should not serve in combat roles.
Big update after soldier’s ‘murder confession’
The handling of this Aussie soldier’s death was plagued by shocking mistakes and now another stumbling block has come to light.
Wife’s shock at alleged ‘murder’ confession
The widow of an Australian soldier has asked the coroner to reopen her husband’s coronial inquest after another serviceman allegedly confessed to killing him.
Chilling call to mum: ‘He’s been murdered’
“Your son’s been murdered,” the anonymous caller on the other end of the phone told her. Authorities refuse to investigate.
Putin’s chilling message to 160,000 men
Russia has been called out for an eyebrow-raising statement after Vladimir Putin signed off on a haunting decree.
‘Parasite’: Beijing fury as warships mass
China has been heavily criticised for “escalatory behaviour” after deploying dozens of military vehicles to practice “precision strikes” near Taiwan.
‘Killed him’: Aussie soldier’s shock new claim
The handling of this Aussie soldier’s shock death has been a disaster from the start. And now authorities are refusing to investigate the latest bombshell allegation.
Missing US soldiers found dead in swamp
The bodies of three US soldiers who went missing in Lithuania have been found in a swamp. The search for a fourth soldier continues.
Pilot flying aircraft during crash identified
SkyAces airman Glenn Collins, a champion pilot, remains in a critical condition after a crash during a four-plane aerobatic display.
‘I’m hit!’: Wild footage of Aussies in Ukraine
Intense footage of an Aussie soldier being wounded in a drone strike while fighting in Ukraine has been released among clips of his secretive missions.
Eerie satellite picture sparks invasion fears
An image taken near the home of China’s South Sea Fleet has prompted dire predictions from defence analysts who believe it could be a precursor to war.
Four US soldiers killed after going missing
Details have emerged surrounding the deaths of four US Army soldiers in Lithuania after they disappeared from a training site near the border.
‘Dark shadow’ sparks $50bn defence spend
Jim Chalmers said the world was in a ‘dangerous place right now,’ while backing Australia’s $50.3bn boost to defence spending.
Fresh warning as China sparks arms race
A massive arms race is sweeping the Asia-Pacific region as countries like Australia grow alarmed over the China threat.
Entire continent gears up for WW3
Europe is gearing up for World War III with survival guides, nuclear bunkers and conscription plans to survive a Russian invasion.
Protester tackled at Dutton speech
A protester has been tackled into the crowd after interrupting Peter Dutton’s speech, with another accusing him of ‘lying to the Australian people’.
‘2027 invasion’: Nation prepares for war
A nation nursing tense relations with China has announced its next move to prepare for a potential 2027 invasion.
‘Stop’: Qantas boss’ dark warning to Aussies
Qantas chairman John Mullen has issued a stark warning that our way of life could simply “stop” in a serious international emergency.
Albo to join world leaders’ peace call
World leaders are set to discuss a potential peace deal between Russia and Ukraine, amid questions over whether Australia would commit boots on the ground.
Lambie slammed for wild Pine Gap threat
A former top Canberra boffin has blasted a call from senator Jacqui Lambie to use Australia’s Pine Gap intelligence asset to hit back at Donald Trump.
Powerful send off for Kiwi killed in Ukraine
A Kiwi soldier killed in Ukraine has been honoured in an emotional ceremony, with soldiers performing a Haka in front of his coffin.
‘Boot ‘em’: Senator’s jaw-dropping US demand
A renegade senator has demanded Anthony Albanese hit America where it hurts in response to ‘disloyal’ Donald Trump’s treatment of Australia.
Horrifying image from the English Channel
As tensions in Europe flare up over the war in Ukraine, a chilling image has been taken on the English Channel.
Albo opens fire on ‘authoritarian’ Putin
Anthony Albanese has lashed Vladimir Putin in fiery remarks reaffirming Australia’s support for Ukraine.
Huge AUKUS move amid China splurge
The Albanese government is launching an AUKUS game plan for Australian industry against a backdrop of higher defence spending in China.
Albo’s huge call on troops in Ukraine
Anthony Albanese has hinted Australian troops may be in Ukraine as Western countries deepen support for Kyiv.
‘Do what he wants’: Aussies warned on Musk
A US tech expert has warned Australia about the world’s richest man and Donald Trump confidant Elon Musk and using his Starlink satellite network.
China’s sick taunt after warship farce
Chairman Xi Jinping has “deliberately” threatened Australia – and now, China is doubling down on its attacks.
‘Chilling silence’ as Australia threatened
Chairman Xi Jinping has just deliberately threatened Australia – and it revealed something truly horrifying about us.
‘No reason’: China not sorry for warship saga
China’s ambassador to Australia says Beijing did not break any rules in its live fire drills in the Tasman Sea, and there is “no reason” for an apology.
Twist in China warships saga
Richard Marles has downplayed concerns over communication around the Chinese warships lurking off Australia’s coast, while conceding one key detail.
‘90 minutes’: Horror China warship details
The more details that emerge about the Chinese warships off the coast of Sydney, the more worrying the situation gets.
‘Apex predator’: Nuclear-powered sub on show
The US navy Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Minnesota is moored at HMAS Stirling in WA kicking off the first of two fast-attack submarine visits this year.
Why ADF missed China warship message
The Chief of the Defence Force has revealed why a Virgin Australia pilot found out about the Chinese live fire drills before the military.
‘Stuffed’: Lambie’s chilling China warning
As three Chinese warships re-enter Australian waters, firebrand senator Jacqui Lambie has issued a not-so-subtle warning.
‘Weird’: Key feature of Taipan kit reviewed
A key piece of software for pilots of Taipan helicopters had been under scrutiny for several years before a crash that killed four soldiers, inquiry told.
Fatal army crash: ‘Something’s gone wrong’
Soldiers on a helicopter exercise that killed four colleagues had to be subpoenaed to speak to investigators, an inquest has been told.
‘1000km missiles’: Scary new warship detail
A scary new detail on the “extremely capable” firepower of Chinese warships that conducted live fire testing off the coast of Australia has emerged.
Major update on Chinese warships live fire
Defence has provided a significant update after commercial flights were warned after China warships undertook live fire testing in waters off Australia.
‘Volatile’: Grim call after spy chief’s warning
Australians are being urged to be “vigilant” after the country’s domestic spy chief dropped a bombshell warning.
Warships ‘spotted off Sydney’
The Australian Navy is reportedly closely monitoring a Chinese naval task group sailing 150 nautical miles east of Sydney.
‘Dead man’: Cruel joke in Aussie POW video
Another video of Australian prisoner of war Oscar Jenkins has emerged online showing his Russian captors making a cruel joke.
New video of Aussie POW sparks demands
The Kremlin is facing fresh demands to release Oscar Jenkins after a new video of the Australian POW emerged on social media.
‘Hostile’: Chilling sight in Aussie waters
The shocking arrival of Chinese warships in Aussie waters sparked widespread panic. And it could be just the start of things to come.
‘Stop it’: China furious at Australia
Beijing has reacted furiously to Canberra’s complaint after flares were dropped on a RAAF jet, saying Australia had “deliberately intruded”.
Lambie’s relief at changes for veterans
The changes are set to streamline the process for veterans applying for their entitlements after a recommendation of the royal commission.
200 bombs found under children’s playground
Parents have been left horrified after discovering something very sinister underneath their local children’s playground.
ABC’s apology to former Aussie soldier
An independent review of ABC war crime reporting that sparked criticism for editing gunshot footage has found the broadcaster failed in its duty to its audience.
Marles’ high stakes AUKUS meeting
Australia’s Defence Minister Richard Marles is heading to Washington DC to talk AUKUS with his new counterpart in Donald Trump’s administration.
Wild US plan if Trump is assassinated
Amid the storm of backlash over his Gaza comments, Donald Trump has now reignited tensions with another Middle Eastern superpower.
‘Go and fight’: Kremlin’s wild claim
The Kremlin’s claim against Canberra comes after Russian officials dragged their heels confirming Australian POW Oscar Jenkins is alive.
Terrifying incident shows America’s new war
One of Donald Trump’s major executive orders could spark devastating unintended consequences from a threat lurking right now deep inside America.
Grim warning ‘Trump’s Vietnam’ is near
First, he promised to end the Russian invasion of Ukraine “on day one”. Today, Donald Trump didn’t mention it at all.
Major step reached in AUKUS deal
The AUKUS agreement has reached another early milestone in the days before the second inauguration of incoming US president Donald Trump.
Grim theory Aussie ‘executed by orcs’
The Aussie schoolteacher turned Ukrainian freedom fighter might have been dead for weeks, as horror details have emerged about his time as a prisoner.
Satellite pics spark ‘invasion’ panic
It’s long been considered the final “red flag” for Beijing’s plans to invade Taiwan. Now, satellite photos have revealed a scary development.
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