Britney Spears admits to reckless driving in plea deal to avoid jail
The singer, who was initially charged with driving under the influence after her arrest in March, was sentenced to 12 months’ probation
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Labor’s 2026-27 budget shows state has recorded $700m surplus this financial year, first of its kind since before the Covid-19 pandemic
· Benita Kolovos
More angled than Pisa: Europe’s other precarious leaning tower
For all the tourists who wanted a cheesy photo of themselves holding up the leaning tower, there’s some bad news: John Crichton-Stuart, the 4th Marquess of Bute, has beaten you to it. Well, at least his statue has.
· David Whitley
Germany and Japan once threatened democracy. Now they’re saving it
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· Peter Hartcher
US and Iranian boat attacks threaten ceasefire
The exchange occurred a day after President Donald Trump announced the Navy would help commercial vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz.
· Paul McLeary, Jack Detsch, Cheyanne M. Daniels
Zambia delaying US deals over minerals and data demands
The Zambian government has suspended negotiations with the United States on multi-billion dollar deals for health services and minerals
· Al Jazeera
UAE accuses Iran of renewed drone and missile attacks
A large fire has broken out at the key oil port of Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) after it was hit by a drone attack from Iran, local officials say.
· George Wright
Reserve Bank faces a choice between two evils: recession or inflation
Many expect the RBA to raise the cash rate today, but it's likely to be a split decision. (AAP: Joel Carrett)
· Ian Verrender
Warning of 'tsunami of chronic disease' as dialysis units ration care
A major new report has warned compounding pressures on the health system pose a “significant threat” to the safety of patients with kidney failure. (ABC News: Stephanie Anderson)
· Stephanie Dalzell
‘Muslim only’ event at taxpayer-funded Texas waterpark gets major splash back: ‘Should we expect a Christians only day?’
A taxpayer-funded Texas waterpark is getting splash-back for a “Muslims only” event next month after a local Islamic group rented out the facility.
· Chris Nesi
United plane avoids catastrophe but strikes truck while landing at Newark airport
The New York City skyline is seen behind Newark Liberty International Airport in Newark, N.J., Wednesday, May 7, 2025. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig,File)
· Josh Funk
Most Americans disapprove of Trump – poll
US President Donald Trump’s disapproval rating has reached a new high of 62%, according to the latest Washington Post–ABC News–Ipsos poll.
· RT
State Farm in crisis mode as watchdog threatens biggest ever penalty over wildfires
California officials have taken legal action against State Farm, accusing the insurance giant of widespread mishandling of claims from survivors of the devastating 2025 Los Angeles wildfires.
· Zain Khan
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US President Donald Trump’s disapproval rating has reached a new high of 62%, according to the latest Washington Post–ABC News–Ipsos poll.
· RT
Overcharging, 'kidnapping' and identity theft rife amid NDIS rorting
Cooper's NDIS plan is vital in helping him access the community and supporting him in daily life. (Dunja Karagic)
· Elise Kinsella
Capital gains tax, negative gearing and trusts to form budget tax trio
Changes to negative gearing, the capital gains tax and trusts are set to feature in next week's budget. (ABC News: Matt Roberts)
· Tom Crowley
Tackling methane emissions key for climate change and energy security: IEA
Tackling methane emissions in the fossil fuel sector would help efforts to hold back climate change and increase energy security, especially as the Iran crisis threatens global supplies, according to a report by the International Energy Agency (IEA).
· Al Jazeera
HRT shortages prompt women to cut patches in half, travel interstate
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· Lauren Roberts
Fallece otro perezoso de Sloth World en Florida; investigan al parque por la muerte de 31 animales
Un perezoso joven cuelga de una rama en el Jardín Botánico de Río de Janeiro, Brasil, el 13 de marzo de 2023. (Foto AP/Bruna Prado, Archivo)
· The Associated Press
Rarely seen ‘Saved by the Bell’ star Lark Voorhies gives TV interview after mental health diagnosis
Former “Saved by the Bell” star Lark Voorhies is speaking out in a rare interview following her schizoaffective thought disorder diagnosis, and her retreat from the spotlight.
· Lauren Sarner
DeSantis signs new congressional map, paving way for 4 possible GOP seat pick-ups
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday signed a new congressional map into effect that could set the stage for Republicans flipping four House seats in the Sunshine State in November.
· Ryan King
Horrific murder-suicide sees boxer, 25, gunned down by girlfriend’s jilted ex-husband
A California boxing prospect has been shot dead in a suspected murder-suicide by his girlfriend’s ex-husband.
· Zain Khan
US facing historic low birth rates
According to vital statistics data published in April by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the birth rate in the United States has reached a new record low. In 2025, there were 53.1 births per 1,000 women of childbearing age (15-44) in the US, 1.3% lower than in 2024 and 23% lower than in 2007. T…
· RT
UAE to adopt remote learning for rest of week after Iran attacks | The National
UAE nurseries, schools and universities will switch to distance learning for the remainder of the week as a safety measure, following renewed Iranian attacks on the country.
· The National
Spain seizes record amount of cocaine in Atlantic Ocean, authorities say
Spanish police have seized what is thought to be a national record haul of cocaine from a ship in the Atlantic Ocean.
· Ella Kipling
Judge apologizes to White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting suspect Cole Allen over jail conditions
A DC federal judge apologized Monday to the man accused of trying to assassinate President Trump and members of his cabinet at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner for the restrictive conditions he’s been subjected to in jail.
· Priscilla DeGregory
Several New York City synagogues and homes vandalized with swastikas
Police are searching for at least four individuals responsible for ‘terrifying signals of hatred and threats of violence’
· Maya Yang
America is having a surprising church revival
Robert Bridge is an American writer and journalist. He is the author of 'Midnight in the American Empire,' How Corporations and Their Political Servants are Destroying the American Dream.
· RT
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Robert Bridge is an American writer and journalist. He is the author of 'Midnight in the American Empire,' How Corporations and Their Political Servants are Destroying the American Dream.
· RT
Ukrainian Ambassador to Israel warns 'Post' about country's 'growing frustration' - interview
Ukraine’s Ambassador to Israel, Yevgen Korniychuk, laid out in a Tuesday interview with The Jerusalem Post Kyiv’s growing frustration over the alleged import of grain taken from Russian-occupied Ukrainian territories - and the diplomatic and legal battle now unfolding in Israel.
· AMICHAI STEIN
Kibbutz Nir Oz, devastated on October 7, trains emergency standby squads to secure community
Two Israelis, dressed in the olive green uniforms similar to soldiers, peer around the side of a beige-colored building. They each hold rifles as they scan for enemies. Then they advance, enveloping the side the of the building until they reach the end of one wall and have to peer around to check their surroundings.
· SETH J. FRANTZMAN
Senior IDF official: No change in home front rules despite Iran attack on UAE, Oman
Despite an Iranian attack on the United Arab Emirates and Oman on Monday night, a senior IDF official said that there was still no change to Israel’s home front rules.
· YONAH JEREMY BOB
Car-ramming incident kills at least two people in Germany
A car has been driven into a crowd in the German city of Leipzig killing at least two people.
· Al Jazeera
Cops rush to Frankie Valli’s Los Angeles home over bitter family dispute between two sons
Police reportedly rushed to Frankie Valli’s home this weekend in connection with the ongoing dispute between two of the singer’s sons.
· Connor Surmonte
Lebanon death toll rises to 2,696 as Israeli attacks continue
The number of people killed in Israel’s war on Lebanon since 2 March has climbed to 2,696, with 8,264 others wounded, Lebanon's official National News Agency reported.
· Middleeasteye
Inside Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner’s ‘sweet’ date night at ultra-elite Miami Grand Prix party
Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner enjoyed a “sweet” date night at one of the most exclusive parties of Miami Race Week.
· Leah Bitsky
Small aircraft crashes into building in Brazil, killing two
BELO HORIZONTE, Brazil — A small plane crashed into the side of a building in the southeastern city of Belo Horizonte on Monday, killing the pilot and copilot, firefighters said.
· Agence France-Presse
US’ Bessent urges China to help open Strait of Hormuz
Treasury chief says Beijing’s energy buys fund ‘top sponsor of terrorism’, urges action as US asserts ‘absolute control’ over waterway
· Dewey Sim
US’ Bessent urges China to help open Strait of Hormuz
Treasury chief says Beijing’s energy buys fund ‘top sponsor of terrorism’, urges action as US asserts ‘absolute control’ over waterway
· Dewey Sim
NYC crime plunges to historic laws as NYPD boss reveals plan to keep streets safe for summer
The Big Apple is safer than it’s ever been.
· Joe Marino, Jorge Fitz-Gibbon
Inside the exclusive Miami Grand Prix parties attended by Jessica Alba, Ciara and more
Jessica Alba, Alix Earle and Kevin Hart were among the A-listers driving all the fun on the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix party circuit.
· Leah Bitsky, Bernie Zilio
Narendra Modi’s BJP wins election in West Bengal for the first time
Result in key Indian state is set to have significant implications for the country’s political landscape
· Hannah Ellis Petersen
SA President Rhamaposa becomes first head of state to sign ‘Free Barghouti’ pledge
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has become the first sitting head of state to sign an international petition demanding the release of convicted terrorist Marwan Barghouti from Israeli prison.
· MATHILDA HELLER
Noam Bettan rehearses Eurovision song, 'Michelle,' in Vienna, meets Boy George
Noam Bettan, Israel’s 2026 Eurovision contestant, sailed through his first rehearsal on Sunday of the song, “Michelle,” at the Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna, along with his five backup dancers, and still found time to pose for a photo with Boy George, the former frontman of the iconic Culture Club band.
· HANNAH BROWN
WATCH: IDF destroys 30-meter-long Hezbollah tunnel in southern Lebanon
The IDF destroyed a Hezbollah tunnel measuring approximately 30 meters in southern Lebanon, the military announced on Monday.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
First Druze party launches ahead of elections, aims for independent representation
A new Druze party named Alliance of Brothers was established on Monday ahead of the upcoming elections, aiming to provide independent representation for the Druze community in the Knesset.
· KESHET NEEV
Trump threatens to 'blow Iran off face of the Earth' if US vessels attacked
US President Donald Trump threatened that Iran would be "blown off the face of the Earth" if US vessels were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz during an interview with FOX News on Monday.
· SHIR PERETS