French actor Gérard Depardieu stands trial in Paris for alleged sexual assaults

BT is reportedly in advanced talks to sell its 50% stake in UK broadcaster TNT Sports to Warner Bros Discovery, potentially concluding BT's sports broadcasting involvement after more than a decade. The deal, which could be announced alongside BT's full-year results next week, comes as BT's CEO Allison Kirkby aims to refocus the company on its core mobile and broadband services, given TNT's significant losses and competitive pressures. Warner Bros Discovery plans to integrate TNT...

A Texas mother, Ashley Pardo, 33, was arrested for allegedly aiding her 13-year-old son in planning a mass shooting at Rhodes Middle School by purchasing ammunition and tactical gear. Concerns arose after the boy created violent drawings and showed fascination with mass shooters, leading to previous suspensions and a suicide attempt. Following a series of alarming incidents, including the discovery of an improvised explosive device and live ammunition in his possession, Pardo faces charges of...

SummaryJaclyn Symes is preparing to deliver her first state budget as treasurer of Victoria, facing challenges including a lack of fiscal headroom left by her predecessor Tim Pallas and scrutiny from credit agencies. Following downgrades from S&P and Moody's, which have negatively impacted the state's debt servicing costs, analysts urge fiscal discipline to maintain stable ratings while managing a significant infrastructure program costing $23.5 billion annually. The Allan Labor government is also considering public service...

A family living in a rental home plagued by mould struggled to move out, as it was the only residence they had ever known with their baby, who tragically died there. The discovery of more mould in two bedrooms prompted them to leave the Waihī property in September, a decision described as “bittersweet” during a Tenancy Tribunal hearing in March, where the woman alleged that the landlord failed to maintain the home according to building...

The coastal waters in Hadera, Israel, have become a hotspot for sharks due to warmth from a nearby power station, leading to increased human interaction and a tragic incident where a man was mauled to death. Experts emphasize that while sharks typically do not pose a threat unless provoked, careless behavior from beachgoers, such as disturbing the sharks, has heightened risks. Following the attack, authorities implemented temporary safety measures, but the allure of the sharks...

SINGAPORE has been ranked the 3rd "happiest" city for 2025, following Copenhagen and Zurich, according to the Happy City Index by the Institute for the Quality of Life. Scoring 979 points, Singapore excels in indicators like governance, economy, and health, with notable achievements in education and innovation, strong public health initiatives, and advanced transport infrastructure. This edition highlights Singapore's minimal crime rate and commitment to sustainability, affirming its status as one of the 31 Gold...