Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro set for third term after being declared election winner

Australian surfers will benefit from a revised 2026 World Surf League (WSL) calendar that eliminates the controversial finals day format for deciding world champions. The Championship Tour will begin in April at the Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach, followed by events at Margaret River and Snapper Rocks, optimizing swell conditions and enhancing the Australian leg. The new structure includes 12 events, with the season concluding at the Pipe Masters in Hawaii, and a softened...

SummaryIn Stuttgart, Germany, a car drove into a crowd, injuring at least eight people, with three suffering serious injuries. Police have detained the driver and stated that there is no ongoing threat to the public, emphasizing that there are no indications of an intentional act or attack. The incident occurred near the Olgaeck tram station shortly before 6pm, prompting police to block the area and advise pedestrians and drivers to steer clear. Full Article

Wall Street's main indexes rose due to easing trade tensions with China and a positive jobs report, with the Dow Jones rising 450.30 points to 41,203.26, the S&P 500 gaining 59.98 points to 5,664.12, and the Nasdaq Composite increasing by 162.22 points to 17,873.64. Despite overall gains, Apple fell 4.6% after announcing a reduced share buyback due to tariff costs, while Amazon also dipped slightly. Companies are cautious about the erratic tariff policies, leading to...

Prince Harry has lost his legal challenge against the UK government's decision to alter his security arrangements following his departure from royal duties. The Court of Appeal upheld a previous ruling stating that Harry would not automatically receive police protection while in the UK and that his security would be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, deeming the decision lawful. This outcome may result in substantial legal fees for Harry, and it remains uncertain whether he...

Labor member Patrick Gorman is seeking to retain his Perth seat, held since 2018, emphasizing the community's desire for results on key issues like climate change and education. As the election approaches, concerns over cost of living and housing dominate, with competition from Greens candidate Sophie Greer, who advocates for dental inclusion in Medicare and effective climate action. While Gorman currently leads by 14.4%, some locals express dissatisfaction with Labor's performance, indicating a potential shift...

A 40-year-old man has been charged after allegedly reversing his SUV and hitting a woman he knows during a heated argument in Wembley. The incident, which resulted in minor injuries for the woman, was captured on CCTV, showing her bleeding and staggering towards the passenger seat before they drove off. The man later presented to the Perth Police Station and has been charged with endangering the life, health, or safety of a person, remaining in...