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Jewellery created by French glassmaker Rene Lalique at the Lalique museum in Wingen-sur-Moder, France, in 2011. PHOTO: AFP STRASBOURG, France - Burglars stole millions of euros’ worth of jewellery from the museum of French luxury glassmaker Lalique in a daring early-morning raid on July 5, just months after a stunning gem heist at the Louvre in Paris. A gang of masked thieves broke into the museum in Wingen-sur-Moder in north-eastern France at around 5.30am local time, forcin

Sara Duterte, daughter of former president Rodrigo Duterte, denies wrongdoing and insists the impeachment is politically motivated. PHOTO: REUTERS MANILA – The impeachment trial of Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte, which began on July 6, is set to frame the Philippines’ 2028 presidential race and deepen a schism between two storied political dynasties that has plunged the Senate into turmoil. The outcome will not only determine whether Duterte can run for the presidency

By Mackenzie Heard Emily Shepherd arrived at the hospital emergency department on Monday night to find that only one resuscitation bay was available. (Facebook: ANMF) The Launceston General Hospital's (LGH) emergency department was overflowing with more than 70 patients on Monday night, according to Tasmania's nurses' union. Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) Tasmanian branch secretary Emily Shepherd said the department was at "breaking point", with more than

By Ned Hammond Jai Arrow has married partner Berina Colakovic in a small ceremony in Sydney. (Supplied: Instagram) Former South Sydney Rabbitohs and Queensland State of Origin player Jai Arrow has married his partner Berina Colakovic, months after revealing his motor neurone disease (MND) diagnosis. Arrow and Ms Colakovic held a small ceremony in Sydney, sharing images on social media. The pair got engaged in Italy in 2024. In a social media post, Ms Colakovic thanked family

Cameron Mee NRL Reporter Timestamp Tue 7 Jul 2026, 06:01 AM NSW legend Geoff Toovey has urged Blues halfback Nathan Cleary to take the line on as he prepares for a legacy-defining State of Origin decider at Suncorp Stadium. Cleary has been plagued by criticism of his performances in the Origin arena throughout his career and enters Wednesday’s match with an 0-3 record in deciders and a 9-10 overall winning record in the interstate contest. The halfback starred in a historic c

Colleen Edwards NRL Reporter Timestamp Mon 6 Jul 2026, 03:31 PM Former Maroons hard man Nate Myles has praised the persistence and perseverance of Queensland prop Tom Flegler, whose return to the Origin arena was something unthinkable only two years ago. After suffering nerve damage in his shoulder in Round 5 of 2024, the Dolphins prop sat out the entire 2025 season, with mystery surrounding the full extent of the injury, let alone a return to play date. However, he kept beli

By JOE GURINA NEW police recruits attached to Bereina, Kairuku, in Central were cautioned to maintain policing code of ethics in discipline, integrity and professionalism while executing policing duties. Staff Officer of Provincial Police Commander Joseph Salle, Inspector Kingsley Lua stressed during the induction training of new police recruits at Bereina on Monday. " All you new recruits must maintain discipline at all levels while on police duty. Always carry out your poli

After a successful fundraising marathon walk along the gruelling Kokoda Track to raise funds for the school last month, the students and teachers of Kokoda primary school were farewelled with airlines tickets on Sunday courtesy of the Kokoda Track Authority. KTA chairman donated K20,000 in cash to cater for students, teachers and porters airline tickets last Friday in a bid to recognise the efforts of the marathon hosted by the school. Shannen Egimbari Alquin, senior teache

By Phoebe Hosier in Washington DC Sandra Thompson, whose son Clint was killed in the Bali bombings, fears the trial will never happen after years of delays. (ABC News: Nicola Ceccato) US military prosecutors have revealed details of their case against the man accused of planning the 2002 Bali bombings, telling affected Australians his trial could finally begin next year. But some victims' relatives and human rights advocates doubt the trial will ever proceed after years of se

Manuel Adorni has been accused of illicit enrichment due to expenses that do not appear to match his income. PHOTO: REUTERS Argentine Cabinet chief, Manuel Adorni, resigned on June 27 following a scandal that led to investigations into his spending in recent years. Adorni, who was appointed Cabinet chief in November 2025, is a close confidant of President Javier Milei, who initially named him as his spokesman shortly after taking office in late 2023. “For

A girl uses her mobile phone in Sydney, Australia, November 22, 2025. REUTERS/Hollie Adams By Samuel McKeith SYDNEY, June 27 (Reuters) - Australia said on Saturday it would double the maximum penalty it can impose on tech firms that fail to uphold a ground-breaking social media ban for children, as evidence mounts that the ban has had little effect on teen use. The government will ‌also strengthen the information-gathering powers of its internet regulator, the eSafety Commiss

The body of Natalia Villalba, 36, was found bound in a suitcase and left under a running shower at her apartment in Bogota A British stalker has been arrested on suspicion of murdering a Colombian model and stuffing her body inside a suitcase. Matthew Ashley Foster-Smith, 46, from Bournemouth, was arrested by police in connection with the death of Natalia Villalba, 36, whose body was found in the bathroom of an apartment in Bogotá on Monday. Dorset Police assisted with the in

Shadow education minister Julian Leeser has given a dire warning about the future of Australia’s youth due to the Albanese government’s “fumbled” attempt to curtail social media use. Shadow education minister Julian Leeser has given a dire warning about the future of Australia’s youth due to the Albanese government’s “fumbled” attempt to curtail social media use. It comes after the Albanese government on Saturday evening announced it would raise the maximum penalty for breach

FILE PHOTO: A law enforcement officer stands guard during the LGBT community rally \"X St.Petersburg Pride\" in central Saint Petersburg, Russia August 3, 2019. REUTERS/Anton Vaganov/File Photo June 29 - A Russian court has jailed the owner of an LGBT nightclub and two of the club's employees in what it said was the first case brought under a ban on what Moscow calls the "LGBT movement". The court said on Monday that the three defendants, who were arrested after police raided

NESTLED deep within the rainforest of Papua New Guinea's Middle Fly District lies Mougulu Secondary School—one of the country's most remote secondary schools and a remarkable example of resilience, determination and community spirit. Serving approximately 300 students from communities across the Middle Fly region, Mougulu Secondary School has no road or river access. The school depends heavily on Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) aircraft to transport teachers, building mater

Ok Tedi Mining Limited (Ok Tedi) has reassured stakeholders and the public that its operations continue as normal despite the current dry weather conditions and low river levels along the Fly River. The Company confirms that there has been no disruption to production activities, and all operations remain stable and fully functional. Ok Tedi also advises that there are sufficient food stocks and essential supplies on site to support ongoing operations and workforce needs. As p

Deputy Prime Minister John Rosso joins Dame Jean Kekedo, Vice-Chancellor Dr Ora Renagi, Australian High Commissioner Ewen McDonald, and guests for the ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the opening of the 100-bed female dormitory at Papua New Guinea University of Technology. THE Dame Jean Kekedo Residential Hall, a new 100-bed female student residence, was officially opened at the Papua New Guinea University of Technology (PNGUoT) in Lae last Monday, supporting more women to pu

Trainee medical students with their supervisors, Dr Jameson Boas and Dr Francisca Kopune, Mt Hagen Clinical School Australia’s support has been instrumental in establishing and strengthening decentralised clinical training sites, including the Mt Hagen Clinical School, enhancing its training capacity. Recognising the critical importance of increased number of health care workers in improving service delivery, the PNG-Australia Partnership has played a key role in strengthe

THE National Volunteer Service (NVS) has started its Highlands Region Volunteer Recruitment drive in Enga Province last Thursday, marking a significant step towards empowering communities through volunteerism. NVS aims to attract skilled, professional volunteers in Enga province who are eager to contribute to the social and economic development in their communities. The initiative forms part of the NVS's efforts to strengthen volunteer participation in the Highlands Region an

The graduating cohort THIRTY-five Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) personnel successfully completed 8 weeks of intensive training in automotive and carpentry trades; strengthening technical capability within the PNGDF. Delivered under the PNG-Australia Partnership, through Pacific Australia Skills, this initiative is part of the Australian Defence Force’s (ADF) broader support to strengthen PNGDF capability. The training supports PNGDF personnel to develop skills that m