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· Gayan Abeykoon
TBy Tessa Flemming
Tessa Flemming is a journalist with ABC News Digital, based in Brisbane. She previously worked across southern Queensland and northern NSW.
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Anastasia Safioleas is a digital and social media producer for ABC TV. She has previously worked as a digital producer for Radio National and as deputy editor for ABC Lifestyle.
Belgian court orders trial of former diplomat in Patrice Lumumba killing
Portrait of independence leader of the Democratic Republic of Congo Patrice Lumumba during a press conference in Leopoldville (today Kinshasa), Congo, on June 16, 1960. (AP Photo, File)
By Judd Boaz
Judd Boaz is a journalist and digital producer for ABC News Melbourne. He previously worked as a journalist at RTHK Radio 3 in Hong Kong, as a weekend news editor at SEN in Melbourne and at regional radio stations in his home town of Alice Springs.
Dem challenger in Texas House race starred in his own bizarre music video where he played a pervert
A Latin Grammy winner challenging GOP Rep. Monica De La Cruz in Texas once starred in a bizarre music video as a pervert who masturbates in public — and has a strange history of making homophobic remarks on social media, The Post has learned.
· Josh Christenson
Eagles are adding receiver Marquise 'Hollywood' Brown on a 1-year deal, AP source says
Wide receiver Marquise “Hollywood” Brown and the Philadelphia Eagles have agreed on a one-year deal, a person with knowledge of the contract told The Associated Press on Tuesday.
· Rob Maaddi
WATCH: Palace pushes back against Sara on President's shortcomings in addressing Filipinos' needs
Malacañang pushes back against Vice President Sara Duterte’s criticism of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., particularly on claims of shortcomings in addressing the needs of Filipinos. Undersecretary Claire Castro, speaking during a press briefing on March 17, 2026, at the Bagong Pilipinas Studios in Mandaue City, Ceb…
· The Manila Times
Here’s how much Warner Bros. boss David Zaslav could rake in from Paramount deal
Warner Bros. Discovery boss David Zaslav could see a whopping $800 million payout if Paramount Skydance’s acquisition of the media giant concludes as expected, according to a new securities filing.
· Taylor Herzlich
WATCH: No Tourism chief yet, says Palace
Undersecretary Claire Castro in a press briefing on March 17, 2026, at the Bagong Pilipinas Studios in Mandaue City, says Malacañang has not yet named a replacement for Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco at the Department of Tourism, noting that a decision may come in the next few weeks. Castro said that Marcos appoi…
· The Manila Times
Israeli press review: Confusion over army's plan in Lebanon
On Monday, Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said the army had launched “a ground manoeuvre in Lebanon to remove threats and protect” the residents of northern Israel.
· Middleeasteye
Coach Hansi Flick says Barcelona will be his last club
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick smiles during a press conference at St. James’ Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, England, Monday March 9, 2026, ahead of the Champions League soccer match between Newcastle United and Barcelona on Tuesday. (Owen Humphreys/PA via AP)
CPC Central Committee Political Bureau Member and Foreign Minister Wang Yi meets press, answers questions on China’s foreign policy and external relations
ON March 8, 2026, a press conference was held on the margins of the Fourth Session of the 14th National People’s Congress at the Media Center, during which Member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi answered questions from Chinese and foreign m…
· Arlo Custodio
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WATCH: Govt's fuel subsidy program to extend to transport workers outside Metro Manila
Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the fuel subsidy program would extend to transport workers outside Metro Manila after Holy Week. The initial rollout provided P5,000 to nearly 139,000 drivers in Metro Manila, including tricycle drivers, motorcycle taxi drivers, bus drivers, and jeepney drivers within the capi…
· The Manila Times
Canada was not consulted on Iran war and won’t join offensive action, minister says
A map showing travel advisory risk levels in the Middle East is shown behind Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand as she speaks at a news conference at the Emergency Watch and Response Centre at Global Affairs Canada in Ottawa, Ontario, Wednesday, March 4, 2026. (Justin Tang/The Canadian Press via AP)
· Suzan Fraser
Epstein-linked US mogul lectures on Antichrist on Vatican doorstep
US-German billionaire Peter Thiel, a co-founder of PayPal and Palantir Technologies, is holding a controversial series of lectures on the Antichrist in Rome this week, prompting criticism from Vatican-linked officials and institutions, according to multiple media reports. Thiel continues to face scrutiny over his ti…
· RT
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US-German billionaire Peter Thiel, a co-founder of PayPal and Palantir Technologies, is holding a controversial series of lectures on the Antichrist in Rome this week, prompting criticism from Vatican-linked officials and institutions, according to multiple media reports. Thiel continues to face scrutiny over his ti…
· RT
Israel claims killing of top Iranian officials as conflict deepens
Israel says it has killed two of Iran’s most senior figures in overnight strikes, marking a major escalation in the conflict.Defense Minister Israel Katz claims top security official Ali Larijani and Basij militia chief Gholam Reza Soleimani were both “eliminated.” But so far, Iranian state media has not confirmed t…
· AfricaNews
Iranian American social media creators explain the war for a US audience
Ariana Afshar, one of many Iranian American content creators struggling to amplify the voices of Iranians amidst an internet blackout in Iran amidst the ongoing war, poses for a photo Monday, March 9, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Safiyah Riddle)
· Safiyah Riddle
Oscars Academy ‘extremely upset’ by Teyana Taylor’s treatment by ‘very rude’ security guard
The response follows social media footage of the One Battle After Another actor remonstrating with a member of security during the ceremony
· Catherineshoard
Lebanon: Beirut’s southern suburbs bombarded by Israeli strikes
Lebanon has been hit by new Israeli strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs, where several buildings were destroyed overnight, Lebanese state media reports. Thick smoke rose over the area as firefighters battled blazes and residents cleared debris from damaged streets. Emergency crews deployed at dawn to search the sit…
· AfricaNews
YouTube makes World Cup broadcast deal with FIFA
Argentina’s Lionel Messi hoists the winning team replica of the FIFA World Cup trophy during a celebration ceremony for local fans after an international friendly soccer match against Panama at the Monumental stadium in Buenos Aires, Argentina, March 23, 2023. (AP Photo/Gustavo Garello, file)
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Wild Swimmers review – rickety low-budget horror finds something to worry about in the water
In Ric Rawlins’ West Country vampire film, a student journalist investigates mysteries below the surface of River Avon
· Cathclarke
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake set for media address tonight - DailyNews
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will hold a special media briefing tonight (17) at 7:30 PM, followed by a speech to Parliament this coming Friday.
· Supuni Kulasinghe
Trump’s FCC chair wants American media to work like Iran’s state TV | Caitlin Vogus
If Brendan Carr and the US president’s attacks on the press aren’t stopped, the outcome could be dire
· Caitlin Vogus
Solidarity by Rowan Williams review – what does it really mean to stand by someone?
The former archbishop delves deep into a word that is easy to use on social media, but hard to follow through on
· Joemoran
Malaysian mother furious after school punishes bullied son with caning, weeding
The woman reported the incident to Kuching police, saying the aggressor treated the victim like ‘a punching bag’
· The Star
Israeli strikes target Beirut, southern Lebanon, one million displaced
Israeli airstrikes have rained down on three neighbourhoods in Beirut, Lebanese state media reported, as the beleaguered nation says more than one million have been displaced since this punishing front in the wider regional war began more than two weeks ago.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Hong Kong to press ahead with expanding Middle East ties despite regional unrest
Chief Executive John Lee vows to keep pursuing business opportunities in the region, hailing Hong Kong as an ‘irreplaceable’ investment gateway
· Jess Ma
By Peter Lusted
Peter Lusted is a journalist with the ABC News team in Canberra covering news and sport. He has previously worked with ABC Melbourne, ABC NewsRadio and 2UE. You can follow Peter on Twitter: @plusted1
Blackout plunges cuba into darkness and exposes fragile power grid
Cuba was plunged into darkness on Monday after a nationwide power outage cut electricity to the island’s 11 million residents, highlighting the severity of its ongoing energy crisis. The Ministry of Energy and Mines reported a “complete disconnection” of the national grid, with no immediate technical failure identif…
· AfricaNews
Kyle Sandilands considering 'many options' amid doubt over radio future
Kyle Sandilands says he's considering "many options" when asked about his future with ARN outside his home in Sydney. (ABC News)
Airline warns against customer service scam targeting travellers on social media
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· Eleanor Wilson
One killed by falling debris from intercepted missile in Abu Dhabi
One person has been killed by falling debris from an intercepted missile in the Bani Yas area of Abu Dhabi, the emirate’s media office says.
· Middleeasteye
Don’t upstage your friends! 19 modern etiquette mistakes – and how to avoid them
In a world teeming with social media and smart devices, there are many ways to upset people, whether you’re checking your watch notifications or sending a voice note without a text to explain the subject. Here’s how to navigate it all
· William Hanson
Weak swimmers become heroes: Chinese tourists save Korean girl in Malaysia
Four Chinese tourists risked their own lives to rescue a young South Korean woman from drowning in Malaysia, according to Korean-language media.
· Yoon Min-sik
By Oliver Chaseling
Oliver Chaseling is a journalist in the ABC's Darwin bureau in the Northern Territory. He has previously worked in community services and public health research in various communities in Arnhem Land, NT. He can be reached at chaseling.oliver@abc.net.au, or on instagram @chassling.
Trump team pushes media to tell Iran war story the White House's way
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth listens as President Donald Trump speaks to reporters while traveling aboard Air Force One en route from Dover Air Force Base, Del., to Miami, Saturday, March 7, 2026. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)
· David Bauder
KAnalysis by Kamin Gock
Kamin Gock is a North America correspondent based in Washington DC. He has previously worked as a journalist with 7.30 and as a state political reporter in the NSW newsroom. In 2023, he was awarded the Kennedy Young Journalist of the Year and the prestigious Andrew Olle Scholarship during which he worked at 4 Corner…
France running low on MICA missiles amid UAE interceptions
France is running low on MICA air-to-air missiles as Rafale fighter jets continue intercepting Iranian drones over the United Arab Emirates, according to French media reports.
· Middleeasteye
HR exec at center of Coldplay kiss cam controversy defends ‘very close’ CEO relationship in Oprah Winfrey interview
Kristin Cabot is pushing back against the narrative behind the viral “Coldplay Kiss Cam” moment that derailed her career.
· Fox News
Let the games begin: Victorian Liberals fail at sport but surprise with teamwork in viral video
Jess Wilson’s party has made a splash on social media but will they work together in the state election race?
· Benita Kolovos
Catalano’s newspapers not for sale, says ‘pissed off’ company boss
The managing director of Antony Catalano’s Australian Community Media has told staff he was “pissed off” after first hearing about the proprietor’s assault charges via the ABC on Saturday morning, while insisting the company is not up for sale.
· Calum Jaspan, Kishor Napier-Raman
Gulf states press US to neutralize Iran
Gulf Arab states did not ask the US to go to war with Iran, but many are now urging it not to stop short by leaving the Islamic Republic still able to threaten the Gulf’s oil lifeline and the economies that depend on it, three Gulf sources told Reuters.
· Yonhap
Iran navy vows 'deadly retaliation' over Dena ship sinking
Iranian Navy commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani on Tuesday said that it will retaliate against the killing of at least 87 sailors off Sri Lanka in the Indian Ocean, Press TV reported.
· Middleeasteye
Fire erupts at UAE's Fujairah oil zone after drone strike
A fire broke out at the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone in the United Arab Emirates after the site was targeted by drones, according to the Fujairah government’s media office.
· Middleeasteye
NCT Wish to return in April: report
NCT Wish is set to release its first full-length album on April 20, according to a local media report Tuesday.
· Youn Ye-jin