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Melbourne man ordered to pay builder more than $1 million for defamatory posts
- False online claims led to a costly court case.
- Singh Homes received $673,000 in damages.
- Its directors were each awarded $105,000.
A Melbourne homeowner has been ordered to pay Singh Homes and its two directors after a court found that false claims in his social media posts damaged the building business and defamed its owners. The case highlights the potential financial consequences of making untrue public allegations about a…
Stefanovic says political short-termism leaves Australians facing cost pressures
- Stefanovic blamed short-term politics for Australia’s cost-of-living pressures.
- He said government borrowing has left the country exposed to economic shocks.
- Households and younger generations may carry the costs, he argued.
Karl Stefanovic blamed Australia’s cost-of-living pressures on short-term political decisions and a lack of long-term reform, saying ordinary people and younger generations would bear the consequences. He acknowledged that international conflicts are driving energy shocks and inflation, but argued that government borrowing has left the country less able…
Ocasio-Cortez wins New York re-election as presidential speculation grows
- Ocasio-Cortez won re-election with nearly 80 per cent of the vote.
- Her national campaigning has fuelled speculation about a 2028 run.
- She gave $1 million to support Michigan candidate Abdul El-Sayed.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez won re-election to Congress in New York with nearly 80 per cent of the vote, extending her time in Washington as speculation grows about a possible 2028 presidential run. Her campaigning for Democrats across the country has raised her national profile and offered a test of…
Experts doubt Carlson’s unsupported claim of an imminent US nuclear strike on Iran
- Carlson’s nuclear strike claim is unsupported.
- Experts warn an attack could breach international law.
- The site’s suspected nuclear activity remains disputed.
Tucker Carlson has claimed, without providing evidence, that Donald Trump could be close to ordering a nuclear strike on Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain facility. Military and non-proliferation experts quoted in the article largely doubt the claim, while warning that any nuclear attack could breach international law, break a long-standing…
Byron Donalds defeats David Jolly to become Florida’s first Black governor
- Byron Donalds won Florida’s governor’s race.
- He will be the state’s first Black governor.
- Cost of living and DeSantis’s legacy shaped the contest.
Republican Byron Donalds has defeated Democrat David Jolly to become Florida’s next governor and the state’s first Black governor. The closely watched midterm contest centred on the legacy of outgoing governor Ron DeSantis and the cost of living, and will shape the direction of a state that has…
Ossoff’s re-election fuels 2028 talk despite pledge to serve full term
- Jon Ossoff won re-election in Georgia.
- Obama’s endorsement fuelled talk of a 2028 run.
- Ossoff says he plans to serve a full Senate term.
Jon Ossoff won re-election to the US Senate in Georgia, prompting fresh speculation about whether he might run for president in 2028. Barack Obama endorsed him as the “only common-sense choice” and praised his political mentor, while a CNN analyst called election night the first day of an…
‘The Incomer’ Attracted Domhnall Gleeson and Moby and Got Its Creator on the BAFTA Breakthrough List. Now, He’s Working on a Plan B Film.
- Louis Paxton joins the 2026 BAFTA Breakthrough list.
- The Incomer features Domhnall Gleeson and is set in Orkney-inspired isolation.
- Paxton is developing a Plan B film.
Scottish writer-director Louis Paxton has been named to the 2026 BAFTA Breakthrough list, as his debut feature The Incomer draws attention for its unusual story and high-profile cast. The recognition could help him build connections with other creatives and experienced people in the industry. Set on a remote…
In 2010, Olivia Wilde auditioned for an Oscar-nominated role. It was the “most mortifying” of her life
- Wilde thought she was sure to land the lead in *Gravity*.
- Sandra Bullock won the role after several stars were considered.
- *Gravity* went on to win seven Oscars.
Olivia Wilde recalled that auditioning for the lead role in *Gravity* was the “most mortifying” experience of her life, because she felt certain she would get the part. The 2013 space drama became a major critical and commercial success, and missing out on it was a significant disappointment…
Born 93 Years Ago Today in England, the Four-Time Grammy Winner Known as “The Musical Voice of James Bond”
- John Barry scored 11 James Bond films.
- His work included *Goldfinger* and *Dances with Wolves*.
- He won Oscars and was appointed an OBE.
John Barry, born in York on 3 November 1933, became one of cinema’s best-known composers, particularly for his work on James Bond films. His scores helped shape the series’ musical identity and extended far beyond Bond, earning him major awards and lasting influence. Barry composed music for 11…
Democrat Debbie Wasserman Schultz wins reelection to U.S. House in Florida’s 20th District
- Wasserman Schultz won a 12th House term.
- She defeated Republican Brent Andersen in Florida’s 20th District.
- Her district change proved successful.
Democrat Debbie Wasserman Schultz won re-election to the US House in Florida’s 20th Congressional District, defeating Republican Brent Andersen. The result gives her a 12th term and means her move to a different district paid off. Wasserman Schultz is Florida’s first Jewish congresswoman and previously served in the…
Dem Roy Cooper flips North Carolina Senate seat, beats Trump pick Michael Whatley
- Roy Cooper defeated Trump-backed Michael Whatley in North Carolina.
- The AP called the race with Cooper leading 66.8% to 31.6%.
- The win gives Democrats a Senate pickup and ends an 18-year drought.
Democratic former North Carolina governor Roy Cooper won the state’s US Senate race, defeating Republican Michael Whatley, who was backed by President Donald Trump. The result gives Democrats a significant pickup as they seek control of the Senate, and ends an 18-year run without a Democratic Senate victory…
Democrat Chris Pappas wins New Hampshire Senate race, avoiding Republican flip
- Chris Pappas wins New Hampshire’s Senate race.
- His victory keeps the seat Democratic.
- He will be the first openly gay US senator.
Chris Pappas has won New Hampshire’s US Senate race, preventing Republicans from flipping the seat as they seek to retain their Senate majority. The four-term Democratic congressman said voters had called for a “course correction” and a new generation in Washington. Pappas will succeed retiring three-term Democratic senator…
Apple’s OLED iPad mini adds water resistance and faster performance
- OLED brings a brighter, larger display.
- The A20 Pro boosts graphics and AI performance.
- Prices start at $699, with no ProMotion.
Apple’s new iPad mini brings a faster processor, an OLED display and water resistance, making it a substantial update to its compact tablet. The changes matter most for people who use the device for demanding apps, HDR content or creative work, but the higher price and 60Hz screen…
Bomb hoaxes force eight European passenger jets to divert for searches
- At least eight European flights faced bomb alerts in 24 hours.
- No explosives were found in the searches described.
- Two UK flights were among those disrupted on Tuesday.
A series of bomb threats prompted at least eight passenger jets to make emergency landings or undergo searches across Europe within 24 hours. No explosives were found in the incidents described, but the alerts disrupted flights and left passengers stranded, including teenagers travelling from London on a Holocaust…
Fund founder moves family from Switzerland to London after Lake Geneva burglary
- Robert Gibbins is moving his family back to London after a burglary.
- Thieves removed a safe weighing more than 200kg from his villa.
- Swiss burglary figures rose, though home burglaries in Vaud fell.
Investment fund founder Robert Gibbins is leaving Switzerland for London with his family after burglars broke into their Lake Geneva home and stole a heavy safe. He says the raid shattered his confidence in the country’s reputation for safety and raises concerns about whether families and business founders…
38 charities opposing settlement changes received over £1bn in public funding
- 38 charities received more than £1 billion in public funding.
- Several argued for changes to proposed settlement rules.
- The Government says grant rules bar funding political activity.
Research cited in the article says 38 charities that opposed or sought changes to Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood’s proposed settlement rules received more than £1 billion in public contracts and grants in their latest reported financial years. The figures have prompted criticism over whether charities receiving taxpayer funding…
Adelaide teacher’s aide dies after falling from pub drainpipe
- Natasha Lawton, 20, died after a drainpipe broke as she climbed it.
- She was a teacher’s aide and skating instructor in Adelaide.
- Police are investigating and asking witnesses to come forward.
Natasha “Tash” Lawton, a 20-year-old teacher’s aide and skating instructor, died after falling from a drainpipe at Adelaide’s Rosemont Hotel shortly after 4am on Sunday. Police say she was passing the pub and was not a patron; the incident has prompted tributes and an investigation. Lawton was studying…
Kate Winslet seeks approval to replace gates at Sussex home
- Winslet seeks to replace two gates at her listed coastal home.
- Treated timber is proposed to resist decay from sea air.
- The property is in the highest flood-risk zone.
Kate Winslet has applied to replace two rotting gates at her Grade II-listed home in West Wittering, Sussex, with treated timber designed to withstand the salty sea air. The proposal is part of maintaining the property in an area facing flooding and coastal erosion, though the application concerns…
Nexus Mods will require AI disclosures on new mod uploads
- New mod uploads must disclose AI use.
- AI-assisted mods need a public explanation.
- Existing mods must comply by 2 January.
Nexus Mods will require authors to disclose whether AI was used in new mod uploads, making the information clearer for people browsing the PC gaming platform. The site says it supports human creativity but will not ban AI-generated mods, arguing that AI can be involved in many parts…
Badenoch says Labour’s conversion practices bill risks criminalising parents
- Badenoch says Labour’s draft conversion practices ban is unworkable.
- A report warns parents could face prosecution over family interactions.
- The Government says ordinary parenting and open conversations are protected.
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has criticised Labour’s draft ban on conversion practices, calling it unworkable and unnecessary. She argues it could deter parents from speaking openly with their children, while the Government says the bill targets coercion and abuse and would not affect ordinary parenting. A report by…