‘Poop’ statue appears in National Mall to ‘honour’ January 6 Capitol rioters

In rural North West Tasmania, Brad and Lisa Palmer's Hideaway Farmlet offers a unique experience called the GOAT Doof, blending outdoor DJ music with the playful presence of 24 miniature goats. Originally from Perth, the couple transitioned to farm life in 2015, cultivating a sustainable property that attracts guests to enjoy their rustic cottage and engage in regenerative farming practices. Want More Context? 🔎

Grab your dancing crew for a chance to win a VIP table for four at Perth's lively Boot Scootin’ Stories line dancing event, featuring a professional instructor and a mix of country classics. Enjoy a delicious feast after dancing, with entries closing at 12:00pm on Friday, August 1, 2025; participants must be 18+ and can find the code word in The West Australian's PLAY magazine. Want More Context? 🔎

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is exploring alternatives to ceasefire talks with Hamas after the US and Israel recalled their negotiating teams, while Hamas claims negotiations will resume next week. Meanwhile, leaders from Britain, France, and Germany are urging Israel to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza, with France formally recognizing a Palestinian state, despite opposition from Israel and the US. Want More Context? 🔎

US President Donald Trump is set to visit Scotland for the opening of a new golf course while facing significant protests and a major police operation. During his trip, he will meet British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Scotland's First Minister John Swinney, amid growing tensions related to his administration's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case. Want More Context? 🔎

Tehran will continue nuclear talks with European powers following detailed discussions, the first since recent US and Israeli airstrikes. As the October 18 deadline for the 2015 nuclear deal approaches, the E3 nations aim for Iran to take concrete actions on key issues, while Iran rebuffs calls to extend the UN resolution governing the deal. Want More Context? 🔎

Horrifying details have emerged regarding the deaths of Alphonsine Djiako Leuga, 47, and her disabled daughter Loraine Choulla, whose bodies were discovered on May 21, 2024, after an ambulance failed to respond to a call made on February 2. Ms. Leuga likely died from pneumonia the same day, leaving Ms. Choulla alone with her mother's body for weeks before she also died, prompting an ongoing inquest into the circumstances surrounding their tragic deaths. Want More...