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Newest first · UTC+11:00Iran launches new attacks on 'enemy targets', as ongoing blasts heard south of the country
Iranian local media is continuing to report more explosions heard south of the country, including in Bushehr, Sirik and Hormozgan.
· Middleeasteye
Beggar’s banquet: South Korea’s young consumers turn extreme budgeting into a game
South Korea’s youth unemployment rate reached 7.4 per cent in the first quarter of 2026 – the highest since 2021
· Judy Xue
Beggar’s banquet: South Korea’s young consumers turn extreme budgeting into a game
South Korea’s youth unemployment rate reached 7.4 per cent in the first quarter of 2026 – the highest since 2021
· Judy Xue
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Tai Kwun’s ‘Better Together’: 8 Hong Kong film classics celebrate cinematic partnerships
Tai Kwun’s summer exhibition is here, focusing on the spirit of collaboration in Hong Kong cinema
· David Ho
Tai Kwun’s ‘Better Together’: 8 Hong Kong film classics celebrate cinematic partnerships
Tai Kwun’s summer exhibition is here, focusing on the spirit of collaboration in Hong Kong cinema
· David Ho
Border Crossings
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Legendary media figure Derryn Hinch makes his final headlines with state funeral
Derryn Hinch has been remembered for making waves as one of Australia's most outspoken and influential voices.
· Sbsaustralia
Travis Scott involved in ‘bottle throwing’ fight at ultra-exclusive private club
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· Oli Coleman
How Chinese pirate queen Ching Shih ruled the South China Sea, then sailed into the sunset
Ching, aka Zheng Yi Sao, became China’s most successful pirate during the Qing period, building a fearful empire that terrorised the region
· Charmaine Yu
How Chinese pirate queen Ching Shih ruled the South China Sea, then sailed into the sunset
Ching, aka Zheng Yi Sao, became China’s most successful pirate during the Qing period, building a fearful empire that terrorised the region
· Charmaine Yu
Young Chinese pianist sensation Lyu Tianyao, 17, on her love of Chopin and new album deal
Lyu Tianyao, who has secured a multi-album deal with Decca Classics, reveals why she loves Chopin, how she honours her grandmother and more
· Elaine Wong
Young Chinese pianist sensation Lyu Tianyao, 17, on her love of Chopin and new album deal
Lyu Tianyao, who has secured a multi-album deal with Decca Classics, reveals why she loves Chopin, how she honours her grandmother and more
· Elaine Wong
JD and Usha Vance welcome baby boy, first child born to sitting VP in 156 years
Vice-president and second lady announced birth of Alec Neel Vance, their fourth child, in social media statement
· Associated Press
[Graphic News] Summer travel trends shift toward indoor venues
South Koreans are increasingly opting for indoor cultural and entertainment venues over traditional summer vacation destinations, according to the Korea Tourism Organization.
· Nam Kyung-don
You came for an old song. Then stayed for someone’s life story
YouTube comment sections for timeless tunes have become ever-growing archives of listeners' memories sparked by the music
· Park Jun-hee
‘It was crap’: Wayne Rooney’s candour helps BBC in World Cup final TV battle
BBC scored a late goal in head-to-head with ITV over the World Cup by being in the stadium for the final
· Will Unwin
The Falklands, Johnny Infantino and an invisible man: A whirlwind review of the World Cup
From A to Z, all the times politics intersected with soccer this summer.
· Ali Walker
(EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on July 20)
Korea needs an effective debate on regulating teenagers' social media use: The government is considering child account bans and teen feature limits as it seeks a balanced response to online addiction, cyberbullying and deepfake risks.
· Kim Seung-yeon
‘Like a bad trip’: Oasis legend joins roast of World Cup final half-time show
The World Cup final delivered the game’s first half-time show ever – and hopefully the last, judging by reactions from pundits and celebrities.
· Robert Moran
Beyonce, Jay-Z, Timothee Chalamet and more: Celebrities at the World Cup final | The National
The 2026 World Cup final drew actors, musicians and athletes to New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday as Spain faced Argentina.
· William Mullally
World Cup 2026 half-time show review: Madonna, Shakira and BTS deliver a worthy finale | The National
After three opening ceremonies and a closing ceremony that struggled to find a clear narrative, the World Cup final half-time show arrived as the tournament’s final chance to get its entertainment offering right.
· Saeed Saeed
2026 FIFA World Cup Halftime Show: The Muppets, Ted Lasso, and more
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final halftime show was a show stopping performance with some of music and sports’ biggest names. Madonna kicked off the show with a special appearance from Brazilian soccer legends Ronaldo and Ronaldinho. The performance also featured BTS, Shakira, the famed Muppet band Dr. Teeth and the Ele…
· Jacquelyn Kozak
Israel committed 3,795 ceasefire violations in Gaza: Report
Israel has committed 3,795 violations of the “ceasefire” agreement since it came into force in October, Al Jazeera reported, citing the government media office in Gaza.
· Middleeasteye
Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet kiss for the cameras during World Cup Final 2026 date
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· Antoinette Bueno
Justin Bieber, Madonna, BTS and Shakira deliver flawless World Cup 2026 final halftime performance
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· Antoinette Bueno
Film group unearths early TV appearance of 1980s film star back when he was band frontman
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· Brandon Cruz
Celebrities party in New York City this weekend: Drake, Serena Williams, Christina Aguilera and more
A group of celebrities partied at Zero Bond and Sartiano’s in New York City this weekend.
· Farrah Julin
Celebrities at the FIFA World Cup Final 2026: Kylie Jenner, Jennifer Hudson, and more
As the biggest sporting event on the planet reached its end, stars gathered to witness Spain vs Argentina in the FIFA World Cup Final 2026. Held at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in New Jersey, the championship match drew a star-studded crowd including Kylie Jenner, Tom Cruise, Jennifer Hudson, and more. From actor…
· Farrah Julin
Intrigue over St. Barth hotel deal detailed in new book
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· Steve Cuozzo
World Cup 2026 closing ceremony review: Tom Cruise bring energy to underwhelming show | The National
The World Cup closing ceremony took its time to come together.
· William Mullally
World Cup 2026 closing ceremony review: Tom Cruise brings energy to underwhelming show | The National
The World Cup closing ceremony took its time to come together.
· William Mullally
Charlie Sheen’s daughter Sami says dad ‘hasn’t given me a dime’ — touts supporting herself with OnlyFans: ‘Go subscribe’
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· Vanessa Serna
By Cindy Wockner
Cindy Wockner is a senior reporter at the ABC based in the Southern Queensland newsroom in Toowoomba. She has previously served as the network investigations editor at News Corporation newspapers in Australia and has worked as a foreign correspondent. Cindy has co-authored three books: The Pastor and the Painter, Ba…
Social media is still white-hot on youth crime – just ask the police
Queensland police have been measuring community views on youth crime through public sources such as social media, with a recent internal report giving an “extremely negative” score of just two out of 10.
· Matt Dennien
‘Idiots in Victoria’ holding back CFMEU: Administrator blasts former union bosses, demands reform
The CFMEU’s new administrator has declared the culture in the union’s Victorian arm remains broken and warned that the pariah branch will stay in administration indefinitely while its sacked former bosses still exert control.
· Nick McKenzie, Kieran Rooney
Conor McGregor suffered torn ACL in shortened return fight against Max Holloway
Conor McGregor, right, jumps into the air for a kick as he fights Max Holloway in a welterweight fight at the UFC 329 mixed martial arts event Saturday, July 11, 2026, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)