Fury over first female execution in 20 years
A convicted drug trafficker has become the first woman hanged in this city in decades, despite pleas from rights groups and even billionaire Richard Branson.
Asia
Kim shows off sinister new weapons
The North Korean dictator has been impressing his visiting Russian guests with a parade featuring a slew of terrifying weaponry.
‘So toxic’: Sign major China crash is here
It’s obvious that the Chinese economy is now seriously struggling – and it’s bad news for Australia too for one major reason.
Unsettling sign of ‘acute’ threat from China
China is “working hard” to be in a position to take over a nation on Australia’s doorstep within years, top US intelligence officials have warned.
‘Instability’: Xi under threat from shock move
One of Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s top officials, who vanished for weeks, has been sacked for no reason sending rumours spreading.
China rocked by scandalous affair rumour
A rising star in the Chinese government has vanished without a trace – and a shocking sex scandal involving a love child could be behind it.
China: Don’t worry about ‘spy ship’
There is nothing unusual about a spy ship snooping on major war games off the coast of Australia, China has claimed.
China watching huge military exercise
Chinese spy ships are expected to head to Australian waters over the next few days as Exercise Talisman Sabre gets under way.
Horror as mob parade naked women on road
India’s leader has said his country is “shamed” after video appeared showing women being marched naked following mob violence.
Dark revelation of soldier who defected to NK
A US soldier reportedly laughed as he bolted for North Korea, but a family member has said that in reality the defector’s life was darker.
Disturbing text before body found in freezer
Text messages from a man to his wife stood out for the most obvious reason. It was the first clue something was amiss. WARNING: Graphic
‘Brain-disrupting’: Chilling China theory
Fears China is developing disturbing weapons are spreading amid rumours a mysterious syndrome was caused by a deliberate attack.
Mystery object near Kim at missile launch
Something quite peculiar was spotted on a desk beside Kim Jong-un as he guided the launch of his country’s most powerful ballistic this week.
Australia’s new promise to Ukraine
Australia has announced more help for Ukraine in its war against Russia, ahead of Anthony Albanese addressing NATO.
Six killed in horror kindergarten attack
Six people, including three children, have been killed during a horror stabbing at a Chinese kindergarten.
Dark truth behind woman’s ID photo
A black and white photo of this woman was snapped when she was just 18. Now it is being used for a very dark reason.
Aussies cash in after brutal China move
China blocked exports of two vital minerals this week – and Australia could end up laughing all the way to the bank as a result.
Australia’s huge impact on tiny kingdom
It’s one of the most isolated and secretive nations on the planet. But a recent phenonemon has seen its people fleeing in droves.
‘Moving closer’: China preps for ‘total war’
China’s recent war gaming of a “total war” scenario in South East Asia predicts a devastating outcome which could play out on our doorstep.
Man jailed over attempted Bali rape of Aussie
A man has been slapped with a year-long prison sentence over the attempted rape of an Australian woman in Bali last year.
Indonesia President’s whirlwind trip
Anthony Albanese has used an unusual method of courting Indonesia’s President ahead of a huge announcement on visas.
‘Bounty’ issued for Aussie activists
Two high-profile Australians have been accused of breaking a new sweeping national security law imposed by Beijing.
Photo reignites Putin ‘body-double’ claims
A new photo featuring Vladimir Putin has reignited suspicions the Russian president is not all that he says he is.
Bali ‘suitcase killer’ admits why he did it
It was a brutal crime that shocked the world. And now, for the first time, the so-called Bali “suitcase killer” has revealed why he did it.
Tool to update Bali bombing victims
More than 20 years on, victims and next of kin can still get info on ongoing legal proceedings against the alleged perpetrators.
Indonesian President to visit Australia
Joined by First Lady Iriana Widodo, Indonesia’s leader will meet with the Prime Minister for the eighth Annual Leaders’ Meeting.
Albo’s $110m military package pledge
After a chaotic weekend in Russia, Australia has pledged a new package to support Ukraine, as the conflict reaches a grim milestone
Company’s 99% crash triggers alarm
The stock market of one of Australia’s closest neighbours is in trouble, with a huge tech company on the brink of collapse.
Girl, 6, saved from alleged paedophile
Victorian and Dutch Police were the first to sound the alarm after discovering “horrific child abuse material” online, leading to a joint multinational investigation to rescue the six-year-old victim.
6yo ‘sexually abused by mum’
A six-year-old girl who was allegedly subjected to sexual abuse by her mother in videos sold on the dark web has been rescued.
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