Eight skiers found dead after group engulfed by California avalanche
Authorities have informed relatives that the mission has shifted from rescue to recovery after the deadliest avalanche in the United States since 1981.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:34:44 +1100
Open Original WebsiteSheriff confirms 8 skiers found dead, one still missing
Tuesday's avalanche near Lake Tahoe is one of the deadliest seen in California.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:27:40 +1100
Open Original WebsiteWhy the Chagos Islands are so important
US President Donald Trump has slammed the UK government for ceding sovereignty of the Chagos Islands in the Indian Ocean.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 08:06:32 +1100
Open Original WebsiteZuckerberg grilled over Meta age limits and youth strategy at social media addiction trial
The Meta CEO was quizzed on key decisions, including a 2015 memo in which he said he wanted to “reverse the teen trend” and “increase time spent by 12 per cent”.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 07:08:59 +1100
Open Original WebsiteEight skiers found dead after US avalanche
Eight skiers have been found dead after an avalanche near Lake Tahoe in the US.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 06:49:12 +1100
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US to roll out new Air Force One colour scheme
The fresh design revives elements of Trump’s proposed red, white and blue livery.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +1100
Open Original WebsiteDNA lead in Nancy Guthrie search hits dead end
Investigators hoping to get crucial forensic evidence from a glove have been left empty-handed, as the search for the 84-year-old mother of television journalist Savannah Guthrie stretches into day 17.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:13:13 +1100
Open Original WebsiteSeven pivotal moments in Jesse Jackson’s life
Once tipped as the man most likely to become America’s first black president, Jesse Jackson was an inspirational leader to millions in the US civil rights movement.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:43:31 +1100
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Armed man arrested outside US Capitol building
US police have arrested an armed man outside the US Capitol building.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 08:14:20 +1100
Open Original WebsiteIran, US hail progress in nuclear talks after Trump threats
Vice President JD Vance says discussions in Geneva went well “in some ways”, but Iran was not yet willing to recognise some of Washington’s red lines.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 08:07:19 +1100
Open Original Website‘FCC you’: Colbert defies CBS, says network spiked interview under political pressure
The Trump administration has warned broadcasters that late night talk shows – which the president routinely watches – must abide by political neutrality rules.
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 06:00:15 +1100
Open Original WebsiteJesse Jackson, civil rights leader and US presidential hopeful, dies at 84
Jackson was an inspirational orator and civil rights champion, who sought the 1984 and 1988 Democratic presidential nominations.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 20:54:45 +1100
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With swords and nunchucks, humanoid robots take centre stage at China’s Super Bowl
The robots performed sophisticated fight sequences in close proximity to human child performers on China’s most-watched TV show.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 19:00:00 +1100
Open Original WebsiteTrump’s best friend in Europe counts on White House to stay in power
Hungary’s right-wing populist prime minister has long been a thorn in the side of the European Union – and he could also be a sign of things to come.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:48:23 +1100
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Multiple killed in shooting at Rhode Island hockey game
Multiple people are dead after a shooting at a youth hockey game in Rhode Island.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:18:51 +1100
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