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Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:40:40 +1000Artemis astronauts splash down back on earth
The four Artemis II astronauts who made history and took the world along for the ride, have splashed down to earth off the coast of California.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:35:52 +1000US-Iran war as it happened: Iranian Speaker wants ceasefire in Lebanon before peace talks begin; Vance warns Iran not to ‘play’ US; Trump lashes out over Strait of Hormuz
Follow our live coverage of the conflict in the Middle East and related developments in Australia.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:28:34 +1000Vance in Pakistan for Iran talks as impasse looms over Lebanon
The US and Iran are trying to end to the six-week-old war despite a series of sticking points over the conflict in Lebanon and the still-closed Strait of Hormuz.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:02:09 +1000Watch the Artemis II re-entry: Crew splash down in the Pacific Ocean
All four astronauts have splashed down in the Pacific Ocean after their 10-day journey to the moon. Source: NASA
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:35:40 +1000The biggest mystery in Washington – just why did Melania make that speech?
From nowhere, the first lady has reawakened the Epstein saga just when it seemed to have died off.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:30:00 +1000Shuttered Laos ‘distillery’ implicated in methanol deaths denies responsibility
A woman linked to the business said they bought high-strength alcohol from a pharmacy and mixed it with water.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 12:13:17 +1000Kamala Harris thinking about running for president
Kamala Harris said she might run for president in 2028.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:08:38 +1000Eric Swalwell denies sexual misconduct accusations
Prominent Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell has denied accusations of rape and sexual misconduct.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:56:41 +1000The one word that explains how Cate, Suzie and Kip have found success overseas
When a celebrated British actor asked three eminent Australians why their country produced so many successes in theatre and film, one word stood out.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:33:50 +1000Prince Harry sued for defamation by charity he co-founded
Sentebale, which the prince co-founded in honour of his late mother Princess Diana, has alleged he was one of the architects of an “adverse media campaign”.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +1000Trump has an Achilles heel, and the Iran war has exposed it
America’s standing is at a low ebb – not just because of the way the US president has prosecuted the war on Iran, but because of how he’s pursued all foreign policy.
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 01:07:41 +1000Vance warns Iran not to ‘play’ US as he departs for peace talks
Lebanon, where Israel is fighting a parallel war against the Iran-aligned Hezbollah militia, remains a flashpoint in the negotiations.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:45:16 +1000Melania Trump denies ties to Epstein and knowledge of his crimes
US First Lady Melania Trump has slammed what she described as false claims about her and sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:00:40 +1000US-Iran war as it happened: Khamenei declares victory over US, Israel; Netanyahu to hold talks with Lebanon; Australia could help reopen Strait of Hormuz
Follow our live coverage of the conflict in the Middle East and related developments in Australia.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:50:53 +1000Beijing courts Taiwan’s opposition leader ahead of Trump visit
China’s quick embrace of Cheng Li-wun is a sign it sees in her an opportunity to advance Xi Jinping’s reunification agenda.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:30:00 +1000Scientists stunned as chimpanzees turn on friends in killing spree
Researchers for the first time have observed how a once-peaceful chimp community descended into violence that has been likened to a “civil war”.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:28:28 +1000NATO chief says Trump was 'clearly disappointed' with alliance
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte says Donald Trump has been 'clearly disappointed' with the alliance's stance over the Iran war.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:47:24 +1000How a young Queen Elizabeth spoke to the world through her wardrobe
A new exhibition in London tracks the monarch’s fashion and style over her life and reign – and confirms her skill at power dressing long before the term was used.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:16:57 +1000Hundreds of Queen Elizabeth II's looks feature in Buckingham Palace exhibition
A new exhibition in London tracks Queen Elizabeth II's fashion and style over her life and reign – and confirms her skill at power dressing long before the term was used.
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:40:18 +1000Melania Trump says she never had a relationship with Epstein
Melania Trump denied having a friendship with Jeffrey Epstein in a strange address from the White House.