Trio sentenced over ‘bear costume’ insurance fraud scam
Three people have been jailed for insurance fraud after claiming their cars were damaged by a bear – only for the assailant to be somebody
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What to know about US-Iran standoff over the Strait of Hormuz
Trump accuses Iran of violating the ceasefire as he announces plans to send US negotiators to Pakistan for more talks.
Displaced Lebanese woman returns to find home destroyed after ceasefire
A displaced woman returned to southern Lebanon after a ceasefire to find her house reduced to rubble.
Trump says US negotiators to head to Pakistan for Iran talks
US president announces talks in Islamabad and accuses Iran of violating truce, warning Tehran of severe repercussions.
Eddie Murphy receives life achievement award by AFI
Eddie Murphy took a moment to look out at the star-studded room at the American Film Institute ceremony — at his family, his peers, the
Why are gray whales dying in San Francisco’s waters? US scientists search for clues
Climate change and shifting migration patterns are bringing rare research opportunities and new mysteries.
At least 3 students injured in shooting near the University of Iowa
At least three students were injured in a shooting near the University of Iowa early Sunday morning, according to police
Rat poison found in HiPP baby food jar in Austria, police say
The brand warned on Saturday that consuming the purées may be potentially “life-threatening”.
Watch: Obama and Mamdani sing with children in New York
The former US president and New York City mayor meet for the first time at a child care centre in the Bronx.
Alec Baldwin to face civil trial over Rust film set shooting
The criminal case against the actor was dismissed in 2024.
Humanoid robot breaks half marathon world record in Beijing
The humans were left far behind as smartphone maker Honor’s humanoid robot shattered the men’s world record in China.
Australia and Japan sign contracts for $7bn warships deal
Defence deal is the latest example of deepening ties between Canberra and Tokyo amid shared concerns over China’s rise.
Zelensky condemns US extension of Russian sanctions waiver
The US argues that the waiver is meant to ease the energy supply crunch sparked by the US-Israel war with Iran.