Moment police let parents beat paedophile
Footage has emerged of Thai police officers standing back as parents attack a man who allegedly groped their 12-year-old daughter.
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New US trade war could open door for China
Donald Trump’s plan to punish a key Latin American ally could lead to economic ructions in Australia down the line, an expert says.
‘Scrambling’: Panic as tourists flood nation
With reports of harassed geisha, parking-spot punch-ons and tourist litter killing sacred deer, Japan’s boom is turning into a nightmare.
’Grave concerns’: Australia’s hidden shame
Products that the US deem inhumane – because they are coming from forced labour camps in China – are entering Australia.
Hundreds line up for Aus before disaster hits
Long lines at a southeast-Asian airport reveal the dark truth of how desperate people are exploited in hopes for a better life.
South Korean president arrested in standoff
Impeached South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol has been arrested over his failed bid to impose martial law in the country last month.
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.
Grim outlook for worker lost at sea
A crew member of a Rio Tinto ship that was en route to Australia remains missing nearly three weeks after he disappeared at sea.
Rare protests in China turn violent
The alleged cover-up of a 17-year-old’s death saw brutal clashes erupt between police and protesters in China’s northwest.
Fears as new outbreak spreads
Terrifying images shared on social media have raised fears of another deadly disease outbreak. But how worried should we be?
China pics that should terrify the world
Beijing has stunned the world with secret new combat aircraft spotted in Chinese skies in recent weeks. And they’ve left experts stumped.
Dark truth about virus ripping through China
A worrying new respiratory virus is reportedly overwhelming hospitals in China. But some experts say there’s an even bigger problem staring at us down the barrel.
Death toll surges as earthquake rocks China
At least 126 people are dead and buildings have been flattened as a devastating earthquake rocks a remote Chinese region.
Worrying virus explodes in China
A debilitating respiratory virus has been detected in China with pictures of overrun hospitals causing alarm.
23yo tourist killed by elephant in front of BF
A tourist has been killed in front of her boyfriend and other visitors while bathing an elephant in Thailand.
China’s crackdown on transgender star
Authorities have cancelled a number of shows from a popular transgender dancer and TV host, dubbed ‘China’s Oprah’.
Kim Jong-un reveals bizarre new ban
The hermit kingdom has outlawed popular items in recent months as part of a massive crackdown on Western cultural influences.
‘Protect democracy’: Race to arrest president
Thousands of South Koreans braved a snowstorm on Sunday to rally in support or opposition of President Yoon Suk Yeol, a day before his arrest warrant expires.
Couple found dead inside Vietnam villa
A British woman and her South African fiance have been found dead in unexplained circumstances inside a holiday villa in Vietnam.
New mystery virus claims rock China
Officials in China have hit out after unverified videos claimed to show hospitals being overrun by patients with flu-like symptoms.
Image sparks mystery over dictator’s sister
South Korea’s spy agency said Friday it was analysing rare state media footage showing the powerful sister of Kim Jong-un with two children.
NZ officer killed in ‘senseless’ car attack
A respected New Zealand policewoman has been identified as the first female officer killed in the county’s history, after she and a colleague were allegedly deliberately run down.
‘Sinister’: Plane crash mystery deepens
The deadly plane crash in South Korea has prompted an expert to question whether something more “sinister” was at play.
Child dead, three injured in NYE horror
Police have blocked off a residential road in New Zealand after a suspected domestic violence incident.
Haunting last image of crash victim
A haunting final photo has emerged of a three year old boy who died in the Jeju Air plane crash that killed all but two of the 181 people on board.
Wong’s message on ‘devastating’ plane crash
Penny Wong has sent Australia’s condolences to South Korea after a horrific plane crash killed scores of people.
Popular tourist activity turns ‘fatal’
The shock deaths of two people in a tourism hotspot beloved by Aussies has sparked panic over an insanely popular holiday activity.
Nation goes through three PMs in two weeks
The country is sinking deeper into political crisis as it moves onto its third prime minister in two weeks.
Major China move shocks the world
The stunning sacking of China’s top military officials has sent shockwaves through the world’s largest military.
‘Nightmare’: Albo marks grim anniversary
20 years after the catastrophic Boxing Day tsunami devastated Australia’s island neighbour, Anthony Albanese has led a moving tribute.
Horror development in student’s poisoning
A woman has been charged with the attempted murder of an Aussie exchange student after he was allegedly given rat poison while studying in Taiwan.
Urgent warning over deadly disease
Aussies are being warned to monitor for symptoms of a potentially deadly disease after an infectious person travelled to multiple locations.
Woman falls, drags child down escalator
Horrifying CCTV footage shows the moment an elderly woman and her granddaughter tumble down escalator.
‘Hell’: Iconic city overrun by tourist hordes
Wild footage has revealed how an iconic city is struggling to deal with the sheer number of tourists flooding its streets.
‘Sinister’ robot ‘replacing humans’ in China
A creepy “robocop” has been released in China, capable of chasing criminals on land or water – and striking with a range of weapons.
Wild moment politicians brawl over ‘evil’ bills
Shocking scenes have broken out in Taiwan’s parliament where politicians have erupted into a brawl over controversial bills.
Albo deals $190m Pacific blow to China
Anthony Albanese has dealt a massive blow to China’s influence by striking a major deal with a key Pacific country.
‘Certain countries’: China’s ominous warning
Beijing has issued a warning to “certain countries that infringe upon its rights” amid soaring tensions in the South China Sea.
‘Deeply concerned’: Resort issues statement
The resort at the centre of Fiji’s suspected mass poisoning has issued a statement after two of four Australians who were hospitalised returned home.
Family breaks silence after teen killed
The 14-year-old, from Perth, was walking home when he was allegedly attacked by another student.
Aussies offered exemption to this hotspot
Australian passport holders have been offered a last-minute exemption to travel to a popular tourist destination without having to pay any visa fees.
Horror moment grenade kills three people
Dramatic video has captured the moment a grenade was thrown into the crowd at a music festival, killing three and injuring dozens.
‘Nuts cracked’: Life for Bali 9 after release
A religious leader with a close connection to the Bali Nine says it’s not going to be an “easy road” for the convicted drug smugglers back in Australia.
Bali Nine heroin smuggling ring explained
The remaining members of the Bali Nine are waking up in Australia for the first time in almost 20 years. Here is how their saga unfolded.
‘Crisis’: Fears N Korea may strike amid chaos
Concerns are growing that North Korea may exploit its vulnerable neighbouring foe after it was plunged into chaos by its president’s “betrayal”.
Aussies critical after suspected poisoning
Four Australians are fighting for their lives after a suspected incident of alcohol poisoning in Fiji.
‘Madness’: Wild scenes in South Korea
South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol has been suspended following a vote to impeach him as thousands take to the streets to celebrate and he vows to fight on.
Weatherwoman dies after unusual symptom
A weather presenters with more than 30,000 followers on Instagram has died under mysterious circumstances, shocking her online community.
‘Privilege’: Sonny Bill’s shock career move
A global sports star known for his deep faith and “passion for social equity” has made a surprising career change.
Popular Bali attraction shut, 2 tourists dead
A popular tourist attraction in Bali has spoken out after a tree fell and killed two foreigners and hospitalised a third.
$400m Australian move that trumps China
Australia has officially launched a $400m scheme that’s designed to support our neighbours “in times of need” in a major win over a key rival.
‘High alert’: Scary scenes as nations on brink
Both sides have dramatically increased their military readiness as tensions reach a frightening new level.
Navy fires ‘gamechanger’ missile
Australia has become just the third country in the world to successfully test fire a new long-range, subsonic missile. See the moment it makes impact.
Navy fires ‘gamechanger’ missile
Australian has become just the third country in the world to successfully test fire a new long-range, subsonic missile. See the moment it makes impact.
‘In our hearts’: Touching tribute to Holly
Friends, family and loved ones have farewelled Aussie teenager Holly Morton-Bowles, who died of suspected methanol poisoning while overseas.
Albo deals fresh blow to Beijing’s influence
Anthony Albanese has signed a new deal with a key Pacific Islands nation to counter China’s ambitions in the strategically important region.
Woman must pay $14 billion or be executed
A property tycoon who masterminded the world’s biggest bank fraud is in a race for her life to come up with an eyewatering sum of money.
Executed Aussies’ final defiant act
Australians Andrew Chan and Myuran Sukumaran were brutally executed in ‘Indonesia’s Alcatraz’. But they remained defiant until the end.
Aussie couple’s horror after gang’s request
An Australian couple has opened up about their haunting experience in the nation’s new favourite tourism hotspot.
YouTuber ‘shot dead and dumped at sea’
A missing American YouTuber abducted in the Philippines is likely to have been killed by his kidnappers and dumped at sea.
Wild moment woman grabs soldier’s gun
As chaotic scenes erupted in South Korea, one woman’s brave moment of defiance against a soldier has gone viral online.
Knives out after President’s shock speech
South Korea’s opposition party has moved to impeach Yoon Suk Yeol hours after the President mobilised the military and declared martial law.
‘Treason’: President now dead man walking
South Korea’s president is in serious trouble after the nation descended into chaos today – and Australia won’t be immune from the fallout.
Aussie model found dead in Bali pool
The heartbroken mother of a Sydney teenager found dead in a pool in Bali says her world has been turned upside down by the loss of her son.
‘Illegal’: Why nation banned two menu items
The most isolated planet on earth has ushered in one of its most bizarre rules yet in its draconian crackdown on all things foreign.
’Not one fat child’: Insane health claim
An expert on wellness made a “jarring” observation while visiting a huge school in a country with the world’s highest life expectancy – there were “no fat kids” there.
Grim source of Laos poisoning revealed
A factory believed to be the source of a methanol poisoning outbreak has been shut down as heartbreaking footage emerges of the Aussie teens’ final moments.
Ex-Bank of China boss sentenced to death
The former head of a top Chinese bank has been given a suspended death sentence, the latest development in President Xi Jinping’s crackdown on corruption.
‘Impaled’: Tourist’s ‘freak’ death sparks fears
Australia’s favourite holiday hotspot has been rocked by the gruesome recent deaths of several tourists, sparking a grim warning.
Sick China trend leaves dozens dead
A spate of mass killings in China has triggered a government crackdown to cover up public mourning and reporting of the attacks.
Crypto boss eats ‘iconic’ $9.5 million banana
Justin Sun fulfilled a promise he made after spending $9.5 million on an artwork featuring a banana duct-taped to a wall – by eating the fruit.
‘Nuclear threat’: Horror China warning
Pentagon insiders have issued a terrifying warning, claiming the world could be plunged into a brutal conflict with little notice.
‘Body on fire’: Laos deaths expose sick trend
Millions of Australians flock to Southeast Asia every single year – and many of them are unwittingly gambling with their lives.
Amateur sleuth’s grim find in Laos poisoning
A push by fellow backpackers to investigate the mass poisoning at a Laos hostel that left six tourists dead has uncovered disturbing claims.
China’s stern call to Australia on Taiwan
China’s ambassador Xiao Qian has made clear what Beijing expects of Australia if his country invades Taiwan.
‘Mass mobilisation’: Huge city locked down
A South Asian city has gone into lockdown as supporters of its jailed ex-PM descend on the capital.
Thousands homeless after raging slum fire
Thousands have been left homeless after a fire ripped through homes on Sunday.
US’ major missile plans amid Taiwan fears
The US is drawing up major contingency plans for military deployments in Japan and the Philippines in case of a looming threat.
Dark side to Aussie tourist hotspot
An Aussie has lifted the lid on the seedy underbelly of the nation’s new favourite holiday destination – and its wild night life.
Albo scores huge win for Bali Nine prisoners
The remaining members of the notorious Bali Nine drug smuggling ring could soon return home to Australia following a diplomatic breakthrough.
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