King George V monument beheaded in Melbourne

England cricket legend Kevin Pietersen has issued a warning ahead of the Ashes series, citing Australia's struggling batting lineup following the World Test Championship final against South Africa. He criticized Marnus Labuschagne's recent form and questioned Cameron Green's position in the batting order, asserting that England bowlers should feel confident facing an ageing Australian team. Need More Context?

Israel conducted a missile strike on the Islamic Republic of Iran News Network during a live broadcast, forcing TV presenter Sahar Emami to seek safety as debris fell. Emami criticized the attack as an assault on freedom of speech, while Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz claimed responsibility, stating the strike targeted Iranian propaganda efforts after local evacuations. More Context

WhatsApp will begin displaying ads in its Updates tab, impacting its 1.5 billion daily users, while maintaining the privacy of personal chats, which remain end-to-end encrypted. This shift, aimed at generating revenue for parent company Meta, includes targeted advertising based on user demographics and interaction, alongside new features allowing channels to charge subscriptions and promote visibility. More Context

Australia Post is enhancing its parcel collection services by launching dedicated post offices in Fitzroy, Melbourne, and Waterloo, Sydney, designed for 24/7 access to parcel lockers and self-service options. The initiative aims to streamline parcel collection, sending, and returning processes, responding to the ongoing growth in online shopping, with plans for further locations in metro areas. More Context

A 32-year-old man is in critical condition after being freed from a wrecked Jeep Wrangler that rolled off Perth’s Kwinana Freeway late Sunday night, while the 22-year-old driver sustained minor injuries. The crash, which closed northbound lanes for investigation, is under review by Major Crash investigators, who are seeking information from the public. More Context

Five-year-old Lenna Housseini was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive cancer called Malignant Rhabdoid Tumour, which has left her with a 40% chance of survival. Her parents were denied funding for proton therapy in the U.S. due to the rarity of her condition, and they are now focusing on her well-being while navigating the limitations of current treatment options in Australia. More Context