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Teens Arrested After Machete Brawl at Melbourne Station
WorldThe GuardianThe Independent6d ago2 sources

Teens Arrested After Machete Brawl at Melbourne Station

Five teenagers were arrested and one man charged following a mass brawl involving machetes that erupted at a Melbourne train station. The incident has led to discussions about the effectiveness of current crime laws.

Rising Fuel Prices Impact Global Markets and Consumer Behavior
BusinessReutersdelfi-ltil-sole-24-ore16d ago3 sources

Rising Fuel Prices Impact Global Markets and Consumer Behavior

Rising fuel prices are significantly impacting global markets, affecting everything from jet fuel trade to consumer choices in vehicles. The increase in costs is prompting discussions about excise duties and alternative transportation.

Aston Villa Wins Europa League, Ending 30-Year Wait with Key Player Injury and Managerial Masterclass
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Aston Villa Wins Europa League, Ending 30-Year Wait with Key Player Injury and Managerial Masterclass

Aston Villa secured the Europa League title by defeating Freiburg in the final, ending a 30-year wait for major European silverware. The victory, masterminded by Unai Emery, saw goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez play through a broken finger during the match, with new heroes etching their names in history.

Malka Leifer Pedophilia Case: Faith and State Crime
Culturen1-serbia26d ago

Malka Leifer Pedophilia Case: Faith and State Crime

The case of Malka Leifer, former director of an ultra-Orthodox girls' school in Melbourne, is being examined, focusing on her flight to Tel Aviv in 2008 amid pedophilia allegations and the intersection of faith and state involvement.

Justice Demanded for Isla Bell in Melbourne Protest
CultureThe Guardian28d ago

Justice Demanded for Isla Bell in Melbourne Protest

Friends and family of 19-year-old Isla Bell protested in Melbourne, demanding justice after prosecutors dropped a manslaughter charge against the man accused of her death, whose body was found in a tip 18 months ago.

ISIS-Linked Australian Women Charged with Crimes Against Humanity After Syria Return
PoliticsBBCThe GuardianSCMP+8vgThe Independentindex-hrYahoondtvsbs-newsnewsbeastmyjoyonline1mo ago11 sources

ISIS-Linked Australian Women Charged with Crimes Against Humanity After Syria Return

Two Australian women, who had traveled to Syria and were linked to the Islamic State, have been charged with crimes against humanity, including slavery. The charges were filed upon their return to Australia, with one case involving a mother and daughter appearing in a Melbourne court.

2026 FIFA World Cup Preparations and Controversies Emerge
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2026 FIFA World Cup Preparations and Controversies Emerge

Preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup are underway, marked by various developments including qualification paths, player selection disputes, and promotional campaigns. Iran has also demanded assurances from FIFA regarding its participation, while Australia protested a watch party ban.

Geopolitical Shifts in Asia
PoliticsDawn1mo ago

Geopolitical Shifts in Asia

The article discusses a specific quiet that settles over a capital city when its ruling elite realizes the geopolitical landscape beneath them is changing, focusing on Canberra and Melbourne.

Deadly Explosion in German Underpass Kills One, Injures Four
HealthThe Guardiannostagesschau+11fazder-standardtelexdie-pressedigi24observador24urhotnews+3 more1mo ago14 sources

Deadly Explosion in German Underpass Kills One, Injures Four

An explosion in a pedestrian underpass in Völklingen, Saarland, Germany, resulted in one fatality and four serious injuries. Police are investigating the incident, suspecting human action as the cause.

Harry and Meghan Discuss Mental Health, Royal Life, Online Abuse
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Harry and Meghan Discuss Mental Health, Royal Life, Online Abuse

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have publicly discussed their mental health struggles, with Harry reflecting on his mother's death and his reluctance for a royal role. Meghan Markle also claimed to have been the 'most trolled person in the world'.

Katy Perry Under Police Investigation for Ruby Rose Sexual Assault Claim
CulturewapoCNNFox News+21ruvfazberlingskeder-standardtelexmorgunbladiddigi24The Independent+13 more1mo ago24 sources

Katy Perry Under Police Investigation for Ruby Rose Sexual Assault Claim

Pop star Katy Perry is reportedly under investigation by Melbourne police regarding allegations of sexual assault made by Australian actress Ruby Rose. The claims stem from an alleged incident that occurred several years ago.

Dozens of Australian petrol stations run out of fuel as panic-buying continues
BusinessThe Guardian2mo ago

Dozens of Australian petrol stations run out of fuel as panic-buying continues

NRMA says record-high fuel may be here to stay in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane after prices soared early in the Middle East conflict Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Dozens of service stations across Australia have run out of petrol as distributors struggle to keep up with customers panic-buying as the conflict in the Middle East continues to disrupt prices. The NRMA has warned regulators “missed” the chanc...

[Photo News] Jinro pop-up pocha in Melbourne
CultureKorea Herald3mo ago

[Photo News] Jinro pop-up pocha in Melbourne

HiteJinro said Thursday it opened Jinro Pocha Melbourne, to promote accessibility to the soju brand, on Feb. 27. The space is decorated in the style of a Korean pocha, featuring Jinro’s signature toad figurines and limited-edition merchandise. The menu includes Jinro soju, Terra beer, as well as specialty highballs and cocktails (HiteJinro)

Three Australians jailed for more than a decade over Melbourne man’s shooting death in Bali
WorldThe Guardian3mo ago

Three Australians jailed for more than a decade over Melbourne man’s shooting death in Bali

Sentences of 16 and 12 years handed down over 2025 death of 32-year-old Zivan Radmanovic Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast A court on Indonesia’s resort island of Bali has sentenced three Australian citizens over the fatal shooting of a fellow Australian national, after they claimed to have been paid by a man they will not identify. Mevlut Coskun, Paea I Middlemore Tupou and Darcy Jenson were convicted of the ...

Three teenagers charged with murder after man stabbed while trying to intervene in Melbourne train station fight
WorldThe Guardian3mo ago

Three teenagers charged with murder after man stabbed while trying to intervene in Melbourne train station fight

Police arrest 16-year-old, 17-year-old and 18-year-old over ‘savage’ attack on 22-year-old man Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Three teenagers have been charged with murder after a man who tried to intervene and help a 14-year-old schoolboy was killed in a “savage” stabbing attack. Emergency crews were called to the Mernda train station in Melbourne’s northeast on Friday evening following reports of a fight ...

Melbourne Hosts Evening Dedicated to Italian Creativity
BusinessANSA9d ago

Melbourne Hosts Evening Dedicated to Italian Creativity

The Consulate General of Italy in Melbourne, in collaboration with the Italian Cultural Institute, organized an event bringing together institutional, business, cultural, and Italian community representatives to celebrate Italian creativity.

Experts Call for Everest Climber Limits Amid Record Ascents
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Experts Call for Everest Climber Limits Amid Record Ascents

Experts are urging authorities to limit the number of climbers on Mount Everest, following a season that saw a Melbourne teenager become the youngest Australian to summit the peak. Concerns are growing over overcrowding and safety on the mountain.

Qantas Flight Diverted to Tahiti After Passenger Bites Crew Member
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Qantas Flight Diverted to Tahiti After Passenger Bites Crew Member

A Qantas flight from Melbourne to Dallas was diverted to Tahiti after a passenger allegedly bit a flight attendant. The disruptive passenger was subsequently removed from the plane upon landing.

Billie Eilish Concert Film Receives Reviews, Draws Audiences
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Billie Eilish Concert Film Receives Reviews, Draws Audiences

Billie Eilish's concert film, "Hit Me Hard and Soft – The Tour," has been released to positive reviews, with audiences engaging enthusiastically during screenings. The film offers an immersive 3D experience, highlighting her performance and fan interaction.

Australia Prepares for Return of ISIS-Linked Families from Syria
WorldBBCThe GuardianNPR+15Al Jazeerahelsingin-sanomatruvDWle-figaroSCMPThe Independentindex-hr+7 more1mo ago18 sources

Australia Prepares for Return of ISIS-Linked Families from Syria

Australia is preparing for the return of women and children with alleged ISIS ties from detention camps in Syria. Authorities state these individuals will face arrests and investigations upon their arrival in Australia.

German Mother Jailed for Seven-Year Daughter Confinement
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German Mother Jailed for Seven-Year Daughter Confinement

A German mother has been sentenced to jail for keeping her daughter confined for seven years at her parents' home, with the court delivering a verdict on the prolonged imprisonment.

Ruby Rose Alleges Sexual Assault by Katy Perry
Culturenewsbeast1mo ago

Ruby Rose Alleges Sexual Assault by Katy Perry

Actress Ruby Rose has brought new attention to decade-old claims that Katy Perry sexually assaulted her at a Melbourne nightclub in 2010. Rose stated it took her almost two decades to speak publicly about the alleged incident.

Australian Police Investigate Katy Perry Over Ruby Rose Assault Claims
CultureAPThe GuardianNPR+23Fox Newsfazle-figaroder-standardorfdie-pressedelfi-ltindex-hr+15 more1mo ago26 sources

Australian Police Investigate Katy Perry Over Ruby Rose Assault Claims

Australian police have launched an investigation into singer Katy Perry following sexual assault allegations made by actress Ruby Rose. The claims reportedly stem from an incident at a Melbourne nightclub.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Arrive in Australia for Post-Megxit Tour
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Arrive in Australia for Post-Megxit Tour

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have arrived in Australia for a tour, marking their first visit since stepping back from royal duties. Their reception has been mixed, with some reports noting a muted welcome and discussions around their public image.

Australia news live: Jim Chalmers promises more tax reform in budget as war threatens to send inflation past 5%
PoliticsThe Guardian2mo ago

Australia news live: Jim Chalmers promises more tax reform in budget as war threatens to send inflation past 5%

Treasurer plans ‘ambitious’ changes to target intergenerational inequity. Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Jim Chalmers will today promise to deliver a trio of “ambitious reform packages” in the May budget that will rebuild fiscal buffers, make the tax system fairer, and lift the nation’s lagging productivity performance. In a major speech in Melbourne today, the treasurer will commit to “make hard decisions” in the upcoming budget, amid a...

Danish royals Frederik and Mary begin Australia tour in red centre
WorldThe Guardianla-vanguardia3mo ago2 sources

Danish royals Frederik and Mary begin Australia tour in red centre

Six-day tour includes visits to Canberra, Melbourne and Hobart and aims to deepen trade ties Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Danish royals Frederik and Mary have kicked off their first trip to Australia since taking the throne in the nation’s red centre. The six-day state tour, which includes visits to Canberra, Melbourne and Hobart, aims to deepen trade ties between Queen Mary’s adopted and home countries. ...

WorldFT1mo ago

Wine Pubs Emerge as Melbourne's Hottest New Hangouts

Melbourne is seeing a new trend with the rise of "wine pubs," hybrid establishments that blend sophisticated wine culture and quality food with the lively atmosphere of a traditional pub, becoming popular new social spots.

Car Strikes Pedestrians in Melbourne, One Dead
WorldBBCder-standardsydney-morning-herald+3dh-les-sportsarab-newsmyjoyonline1mo ago6 sources

Car Strikes Pedestrians in Melbourne, One Dead

A car swerved into a group of pedestrians near the Melbourne Showgrounds, resulting in one fatality and at least one serious injury, prompting a police operation.

Worldabc-australia1mo ago

French Open bans cameras in player zones

Organizers of the French Open have announced a ban on cameras in player areas, ensuring privacy for athletes following criticism received by the Australian Open earlier in the year regarding similar issues.