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Bush family backs Cornyn’s challenger as researchers expose AI threat
The Bush family is backing Democrat James Talarico against Ken Paxton in Texas. Researchers found trigger words could make a language model generate harmful instructions; Olivia Colman and Peter Dinklage star in Wicker, and country singer John Anderson has died aged 71.
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Queensland minister Amanda Camm resigns from child safety role citing threats
Queensland minister Amanda Camm has resigned from her domestic and family violence and child safety portfolio, citing health concerns and threats and harassment she says she has faced. She linked her decision to the alleged attack on federal MP Helen Haines, while Premier David Crisafulli said Camm chose to step down and described the child…
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Brazilian football mirrors a divided nation’s election rancour and political spectacle
The article argues that Brazil’s chaotic football scene reflects a deeply divided country approaching an election amid little faith in democracy. A disputed claim by footballer Richarlison that a lawyer linked to presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro took an island he had bought has become part of a campaign shaped by rancour, contested facts and politics…
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Infantino re-election hopes boosted by Asia support
Fifa president Gianni Infantino’s chances of securing another term have been strengthened by the Asian Football Confederation’s public endorsement. Its president, Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa, pledged support at a congress in Tokyo, despite having criticised Infantino’s proposed World Cup investment scheme just two months earlier. Sheikh Salman said the earlier disagreements had been…
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Prepare for ‘state-sponsored terrorism’ and cyber attacks to cause food shortages, Wes Streeting warns
Wes Streeting warned that hostile states or terrorists could use cyber attacks to disrupt essential services and supply chains, potentially causing food shortages. He urged the public to prepare for disruption, as the government expands its advice on household readiness. The government’s “Be ready” checklist recommends keeping food, water, medicine and other essentials at home,…
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Police rush to federal minister Anika Wells’ office after threatening incident – days after alleged attack on Helen Haines
Communications Minister Anika Wells temporarily closed her electorate office in Nundah, Queensland, after a woman allegedly pointed a black-painted water gun at staff and acted threateningly. Police charged a 47-year-old woman with public nuisance; Wells said the closure would allow security improvements and that staff should feel safe at work. The incident came days after…
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Trump claims he could seek a third presidential term in 2028
Donald Trump told a rally in Sioux City, Iowa, that he believes he has the right to seek a third presidential term in 2028, despite acknowledging that the law appears to bar him from running again. He based his claim on his false assertion that he won the 2020 election, and the remarks renewed attention…
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Powell considers four-day schedules and higher pay for teachers
Government plans could let full-time teachers in council-run schools complete their contracted hours over four days, while schools remain open for five. Education Secretary Lucy Powell has proposed clarifying the rules to give school leaders more flexibility, amid concerns that rigid working patterns are driving experienced teachers out of the profession. The proposal would allow…
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Federal grant brief lists clubhouse upgrades alongside sewage repairs at Marrickville golf club
Anthony Albanese said a $6 million federal grant to Marrickville Golf Club would address sewage entering the Cooks River during floods. But the article says a departmental brief described clubhouse and precinct upgrades, raising questions about the grant’s purpose and how it was assessed. The brief listed a new pro shop, toilets, a dog-walking station…
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Trump reacts to Ilhan Omar awkwardly addressing rumors she didn’t marry her brother: ‘Tells you a lot’
Donald Trump said Ilhan Omar’s reply, “not to my knowledge”, when asked whether she had married her brother “tells you a lot”. Omar has denied the long-running allegation, calling it an “insane” claim spread by right-wing activists; the article reports no established evidence that her former husband was her brother. The exchange came in Omar’s…