‘Crimea will stay with Russia’: Trump on peace talks

SummaryFrench President Emmanuel Macron emphasized the division between the United States and China as a major global risk during his visit to the Indo-Pacific, advocating for stronger coalitions among allies to maintain the global order. He criticized the influence of unilateral decisions from leaders like Trump and Xi, warning that the inability of the U.S. and Europe to resolve the Ukraine crisis could undermine their credibility in Asia. Macron also cautioned that allowing Russia to...

SummaryBrisbane Roar's future is in question as the Australian Tax Office seeks to have the club wound up over an unpaid six-figure debt, which is described as a “historical debt” predating the current management. CEO Kaz Patafta assured that the club is working with the ATO to resolve the issue and that their owners, the Bakrie Group, plan to settle the debt soon. While the Australian Professional Leagues remain confident in the club's resolution efforts,...

British actor and comedian Russell Brand pleaded not guilty to charges of rape and sexual assault involving four women from 1999 to 2005 during a court appearance at Southwark Crown Court. Brand, who has consistently denied non-consensual sex allegations, faces two counts of rape, one count of indecent assault, and two counts of sexual assault, with a trial scheduled for June 2026. The charges came to light following a September 2023 report by the Sunday...

SummaryMelbourne midfielder Jack Viney will miss his fourth consecutive AFL match due to lingering concussion symptoms, despite being part of the extended squad for Sunday's game against St Kilda. General manager Alan Richardson stated that while Viney is improving, he is not yet ready for the demands of an AFL match. In related news, West Coast's Jeremy McGovern also faces concussion issues and must meet with an expert panel before returning to play, while Melbourne...

St Kilda, facing a challenging AFL season with a 4-7 record after losing three consecutive games, is determined to navigate the "maelstrom" of league competition, according to coach Ross Lyon. On a charter flight to Alice Springs for their match against Melbourne, who have rebounded to 5-6, Lyon emphasized the importance of maintaining their strategic focus despite inconsistencies and recent struggles. Lyon remains optimistic about developing their roster, highlighting the support from club legends and...

Asian stocks declined as the US dollar weakened alongside Treasury yields, following an appeals court's decision to keep President Trump's tariffs in place while considering an appeal against a previous ruling that deemed the tariffs unconstitutional. Japan's Nikkei index fell 1.7%, influenced by a stronger yen, which impacts overseas earnings, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng and South Korea's KOSPI also experienced losses. Despite the legal uncertainty surrounding the tariffs, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed ongoing...