Freak ocean phenomenon takes hold of California coast with seas surging
With conditions stacking up, California could soon see its highest sea levels ever recorded.
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Driver accused of killing college student in drunken crash had BAC almost 4 times over limit: report
Lynlee Pollis, on trial for the crash that killed SMU student Honor Wallace, had a BAC of 0.294%, nearly four times the legal limit.
· Ella Morrison
Bangkok at breaking point as floods turn streets into stagnant lakes
With 40 dead and a disaster declared across all 50 city districts, experts warn extreme flooding will only worsen across south-east AsiaBangkok is used to absorbing the sudden afternoon downpours that inundate the city during the rainy season. Even streets in many central high-rise districts can briefly turn into ri…
· Oliver Holmes, Ajit Niranjan
Viral video of 9-month-old Chinese baby climbing mountain steps sparks safety concerns
A video of a nine-month-old baby climbing steps at a mountain tourist site has gone viral, igniting heated debates about his family’s parenting style. Filmed at a mountain resort in central China’s Hubei province, the clip has garnered 200,000 likes and 17,000 comments on a popular short video platform. Footage show…
· Fran Lu
Viral video of 9-month-old Chinese baby climbing mountain steps sparks safety concerns
Parents say they prioritise their son’s interests and emotional growth, while keeping him safe.
· Fran Lu
Find cooking fish daunting? This fragrant, easy dish may change your mind
Julia Busuttil Nishimura wants to put this quick and "less intimidating" way of cooking fish on your midweek menu.
Ukraine war briefing: Russian attacks on Kyiv bridges cause traffic chaos
Bridge across Dnipro River hit a day after another linking two sides of capital struck, forcing traffic suspensions. What we know on day 1,683A bridge across the Dnipro River in Kyiv was hit in a Russian air attack on Saturday, the mayor said, amid an escalation in strikes on infrastructure in the Ukrainian capita…
· Guardian staff and agencies
Saudi Arabia preparing massive Yemen offensive – Reuters
Saudi Arabia is planning a major offensive in Yemen aimed at reversing recent gains by the Iran-backed Houthis, Reuters reports Read Full Article at RT.com
· RT
Saudi Arabia preparing massive Yemen offensive – Reuters
More than 100,000 Yemeni government troops could reportedly be mobilized for the Saudi-backed operation
· RT
Putin-aligned Russian oligarch sues after skyscraper project is shut down in Menlo Park
The lawsuit follows months of fierce opposition from residents.
· Justin Choi
Cornell University's response to student rape allegations to be reviewed by New York A-G - report
The report followed a CBS News release of message screenshots between a former Cornell student and one of the defendants, allegedly from two days following the assault.
· AARON GLICK
US Coast Guard intercepts ship transporting fuel to Cuba
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The US Coast Guard said Friday it had intercepted a ship transporting oil to Cuba in violation of a US oil blockade imposed in January.
· Associated Press
Texas barber found $128K in cash on top of bank ATM — then he returned it all: police
“I’ve never had a case like this before, ever,” Lewisville police detective Gina Miller said.
· Daniel Cody
North Korea test-fires missiles amid tensions over blasts across the border
North Korea fired a ballistic missile from Wonsan on Saturday amid tensions over border land mine blasts that injured three South Korean soldiers.
· Associated Press
The good news on federal workers you probably never heard about
The federal government has reduced its workforce by 300,000 jobs since Jan. 20, 2025, bringing it down to a still-bulky 2.7 million employees.
· David Harsanyi
Concreter survives three deadly strokes, warns against ignoring symptoms
A Queensland stroke survivor is overhauling his life and spreading awareness of symptoms after nearly dying this year, as experts say rushing to hospital as soon as possible is critical.
· Madeline Grace
Stray Kids join BTS in skipping Grammy submissions
K-pop boy band Stray Kids has chosen not to submit music for consideration at next year's 2027 Grammy Awards, joining BTS in sitting out the awards amid controversy over a newly created category for Asian pop music. The band's label, JYP Entertainment, said Friday that Stray Kids did not submit any music for the 69t…
· Song Seung-hyun
Judge temporarily blocks Trump administration from building border wall in Texas’ Big Bend region
Judge Kathleen Cardone temporarily blocked the Trump administration from building a border wall across Texas’ Big Bend region.
· Associated Press
US 'severely disappointed' in lack of G20 consensus on overproduction
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The US G20 presidency said Friday it was 'severely disappointed' that some members rejected a statement this week for action against excess industrial capacity, a criticism commonly aimed at China.
· Agence France-Presse
Hongkongers lose HK$220 million to customer service scams in August
Scams involving fraudsters posing as customer service officers caused losses of over HK$220 million (US$28.2 million) in August in Hong Kong, more than triple the monthly average in the first seven months of the year, police have said. The police force also warned that scammers had shifted their modus operandi from …
· Kristen Cheung
Hongkongers lose HK$220 million to customer service scams in August
Scammers are taking real-time control of victims through direct calls or tricking them into installing malicious apps, police warn.
· Kristen Cheung
China has dominated tungsten for decades. Can US cash in Central Asia loosen its grip?
The race to loosen China’s grip on tungsten is moving to Kazakhstan, where United States-backed mining projects are attempting to compete in an industry where Chinese investment already has an operating foothold. Global tungsten prices have surged more than 200 per cent since May 2025, according to commodity and ene…
· Mia Nurmamat
In Focus | China has dominated tungsten for decades. Can US investment loosen its grip?
Kazakhstan is at the centre of US efforts to build a new supply chain for the metal, but analysts say China’s lead will be difficult to overcome.
· Mia Nurmamat
From Pasil to the world: Indigenous rice champion wins global food award
In Kalinga, the Pasil community grows indigenous rice varieties with the vital preservation support and knowledge of Rowena Gonnay
· Jasmine Payo
California city suspends weekend service after bus driver fatally shot as search continues for gunman
“Please be kind to our operators and transit team as they navigate this unimaginable tragedy.”
· Amanda Monahan
Inside the 'secret society' keeping the art of bellringing alive
Bellringers are set to gather in Bathurst to honour one of the world's oldest players by ringing bells for hours in a mentally and physically taxing art dating back to England in the 1600s.
· Micaela Hambrett
Several people injured after vehicle hits crowd at Knights grand final farewell in Newcastle
Man charged with nine offences after vehicle struck Knights fans attending grand final farewell, leaving 10 injured including three childrenGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastTen people have been injured, one critically, after a car crashed into a crowd of people in Newcastle waiting to farew…
· Guardian staff
US and Australia suspend diplomatic operations in Brazil before election
Security threats prompt US and Australia to suspend diplomatic operations in Brazil before pivotal election day.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Taiwan’s first two F-16V fighter jets arrive to bolster defenses against China
The long-delayed delivery comes amid growing concern in Taiwan about Washington's commitment to arming Taipei.
· No Author
Missing men found dead in shallow graves in California desert as mystery grows
Officials have yet to reveal how the men died or whether anyone is suspected of killing them.
· Justin Choi
Multiple injuries after car hits crowd of Knights supporters in Newcastle
Emergency services are treating multiple casualties after a car crashed into a crowd during a Newcastle Knights pre-grand final farewell.
The Papers: 'G7 strikes oil deal' and 'Alison's TV heart scare'
G7 countries have agreed to release 100 million barrels of oil and diesel after an export ban threat by Donald Trump.
· Bbcnews
Settlers kill 19-year-old Palestinian in West Bank, two injured, six detained
Settlers kill 19-year-old Palestinian in West Bank, two injured, six detained Israeli settlers killed 19-year-old Palestinian Bahaa Sami Amin Nathsheh in Kobar, north of the occupied West Bank city of Ramallah, Palestinian news agency Wafa reported, citing the health ministry. The ministry told Wafa that settlers op…
· Middleeasteye
34 missing kids from Long Island, NYC rescued in three day operation: officials
The operation marks the fourth child rescue effort of its kind in New York.
· Daniel Cody
Daylight savings 2026: when does daylight saving start in Australia, and do clocks go forward or back? Here’s when the time will change
Early on Sunday clocks in NSW, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania and the ACT will go forward one hour. Here’s what you need to know – and how it will affect youGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastIt’s that time of year again: clocks will move forward one hour on Sunday in many parts of Austr…
· Ima Caldwell
WA's varied climate — rainfall to heat — captured in the first month of Spring
The state experienced a mixed bag of weather in September. Looking back at our viewers' photos shows just how different WA's climate can be from one end of the state to the other.
· Tabarak Al Jrood
Former nurse guilty of murder in high-speed crash that killed 6 in Windsor Hills
Jurors took only three hours to convict Nicole Linton.
· California Post Staff
Pint-sized gains: the Australian brewers crafting refreshingly sustainable beers
As the weather warms up, renewable and refillable brews can help reduce the environmental cost of a cold oneChange by degrees offers life hacks and sustainable living tips each Saturday to help reduce your household’s carbon footprintGot a question or tip for reducing household emissions? Email us at changebydegrees…
· Jack Larkin
S. Korea faces Japan again in bid for fourth straight Asian Games soccer gold
Asia’s two strongest soccer powerhouses, South Korea and Japan, will meet for the third straight time at the Asian Games with gold on the line Saturday, as coach Lee Min-sung also looks to lead the side to Korea’s fourth consecutive gold medal. Korea rallied past China 2-1 on Wednesday, while Japan beat Uzbekistan 9…
· Park Jun-hee
North Korea fires ballistic missile towards the sea, South Korea says
A ballistic missile fired from the North Korean port city of Wonsan flies more than 700km, South Korea's military says.
· Al Jazeera Staff
‘I can't let anyone die’, flydubai pilot tells India PM Modi
The Indian pilot stabbed by his co-pilot on a flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv replayed the dramatic attack and his desperate effort to open the cockpit door to seek help, in a video call with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Dolly Parton’s nephew, Bryan Seaver, asks judge to delay restraining order hearing
The country icon died on Aug. 25.
· Audrey Rock
Dutch royal house helped slave trade to survive, study finds
In-depth study also says the royal house made huge profits from Dutch colonial policies in past centuries.
The Yankees are in great shape against pesky Rays — particularly if they’re sharp in critical area
The Yankees rolled past the Red Sox like they were playing a bunch of computer nerds.
· Jon Heyman
Graziers step in to fix damaged roads after incomes 'decimated'
Transport for NSW will hire graziers to fix roads damaged by months of heavy rain in the remote Far West. But some graziers say red tape is slowing down progress and repairs.
· Soofia Tariq
Estimated $1B generated from new sales tax hike will sit frozen after legal action
An estimated $1 billion in new revenue generated from Los Angeles County’s latest sales tax increase will have to sit untouched as a lawsuit challenges the validity of the measure.
· Amanda Monahan
Federal judge halts Big Bend border wall construction in blow to Trump agenda
Plan to install barriers through popular national park sparked outrage from advocates and politicians alikeA federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from expanding the border wall and other security infrastructure across the Big Bend region of west Texas, where contentious plans to build roads…
· Roque Planas
Traitors claim their first victim as Richard E Grant tries to save his skin
There was a murder and a recruitment in the latest episode, and that was just in the opening minutes.
· Bbcnews
‘We want action’: Fijian climate activist sends message ahead of UN talks in Pacific
Lavenia Naivalu has seen the impact of the climate crisis first-hand and is determined to amplify Pacific voices at this year’s pre-Cop summit in FijiFrom her wooden veranda in Fiji’s remote Yasawa islands, climate activist Lavenia Naivalu remembers when the reefs were once so healthy, her grandfather would walk to …
· Sera Sefeti
'It breaks you': Friend of stabbed pilot speaks out
A pilot and close friend of the Indian flydubai captain who was attacked during a flight to Israel recalls his shock upon first seeing footage of the incident online.
· Som Patidar