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Germany faces mounting threats from hostile foreign powers, particularly Russia, and polarised domestic politics on both the far right and left, security officials have said. The BfV domestic security agency warned in its annual report, released on Tuesday, local time, of a growing risk from, among others, Moscow-recruited saboteurs, Chinese spies, Iran-backed Islamist militants and…
Brisbane will host the Davis Cup for the first time since 2018, with Australia to play Poland in September. The countries will face off in a 2026 World Group I tie at the Pat Rafter Arena on September 19 and 20. Tennis Queensland chief executive Cameron Pearson said it was “exciting” to have the Cup…
After years of living in limbo, Shaun Taylor can finally breathe a sigh of relief. The Sunshine Coast resident’s home was among dozens earmarked for compulsory acquisition for a major new public transport project. But new mapping after a backflip from the state government means Mr Taylor and his family can now stay in their…
A manhunt is underway in Monaco after a parcel bomb attack which wounded a Ukrainian businessman and two others. Dozens of officers were deployed in Monaco, while two helicopters and some 30 gendarmes scoured neighbouring France for a man who left a package in a residential building near the border, according to the police and…
Two of the five completed World Cup knockout games have gone to penalties with the brutal nature of tournament soccer on full display. Paraguay stunned Germany before Morocco beat the Netherlands in a shootout after a brilliant encounter in Monterrey. Stay across the latest news, analysis and features from the 2026 FIFA World Cup here….
In 1997, Tasmania became the last Australian state to decriminalise homosexuality. The arrests, protests and discrimination that led up to that historic moment are looked upon with shame by many. Three decades later, much has changed. Once condemned by the United Nations for its homophobic laws, Tasmania has led the nation with some of its…
Think about the last time you used your phone to find your way somewhere. What would happen if, halfway through the journey, the route instructions vanished or your phone battery died? You might find yourself starting to panic. But once you notice something familiar or are able to ask someone for directions, this will usually…
Daily talking points distributed to senior Coalition MPs instruct them to say the party must “stay the course” in the face of dismal polling, but do not offer guidance on direct questions about One Nation. The strategic document commonly used to ensure the shadow ministry is presenting a consistent message to the public makes no…
Disability support worker Andrew Horton worries helping a client with everyday tasks could soon come with a price tag of up to $10,000. This is the estimated cost of the full audit required for National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provider registration, according to the Cairns-based support worker, who provides one-on-one care to clients with complex…
A bunch of new rules come into effect today. Find out how they could impact your finances.