An outpouring of love, respect and gratitude has greeted Linda Burney’s retirement announcement

United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer sacked his health minister, Andrew Gwynne, for making inappropriate comments in a WhatsApp group, including jokes about a constituent being "mown down" by a truck and an elderly lady "croaking it." Gwynne apologized for his actions, was suspended from the Labour Party, and lost his ministerial position. The government and Labour Party are investigating the comments and have emphasized the importance of upholding high standards of conduct in public...

Alex de Minaur has advanced to the Rotterdam Open final for the second consecutive year, setting up a showdown with top seed Carlos Alcaraz. The world number eight defeated Italian qualifier Mattia Bellucci 6-1, 6-2 in just 67 minutes in the semi-finals, securing his spot in the championship match without dropping a set. De Minaur, who aims to improve on last year's runner-up finish, has been in excellent form, having only dropped serve once in...

US President Donald Trump has seemingly decided not to deport the Duke of Sussex, who now resides in Montecito, California with his wife Meghan and children. Trump dismissed the idea of deportation, citing Harry's personal issues with his wife and Meghan's criticism of him in the past. Questions have been raised about Harry's immigration status and past drug use, with a conservative think tank challenging why he was allowed into the US in 2020 and...

Ben Simmons's time with the Brooklyn Nets appears to be over as the sides work toward a buyout of his contract. The three-time All-Star has struggled with injuries, playing only 33 games this season and averaging 6.2 points and 6.9 assists. Simmons, who is making $40 million this season, is expected to meet with Cleveland and the Los Angeles Clippers about signing with them for the rest of the season. Full Article

Australia's top beach for 2025, as chosen by beach ambassador Brad Farmer AM, is the Bay of Fires in Tasmania, known for its pristine waters, white sand, and stunning rock formations. Regional beaches like Woolgoolga Beach in NSW and Emily Bay Lagoon on Norfolk Island also made the list, showcasing unique Australian destinations. Farmer's extensive research process involves visiting each location, speaking to locals, and experiencing the nuances of each beach, ensuring that his findings...

North Queensland is facing ongoing flooding as the federal government expands financial aid to support more affected towns, with major flooding warnings issued from Cairns to Rockhampton due to heavy rainfall. The Burdekin local disaster management group has issued an emergency warning for Giru, with flood levels reaching 2.93m and expected to hit 3m today. Relief efforts are underway, including personal hardship payments and disaster recovery funding arrangements, as the rain is forecasted to ease...