Fears grow over delay of Wuhan whistleblower's release from prison
A Chinese citizen journalist who was jailed for reporting on the outbreak of COVID-19 was due to be released on Monday, but human rights advocates have received no confirmation that she's been freed.
New Caledonia imposes curfew following fiery overnight riots
Overnight riots in the South Pacific French territory saw vehicles torched and roads blocked in the wake of proposed constitutional reforms.
Fourteen dead, more than 70 injured after storm brings down massive Mumbai billboard
Officials say the agency that owns the billboard did not have a permit to put up the hoarding, measuring larger than an olympic swimming pool.
A spy for China's secret police is going public to reveal how people in Australia are targeted
A spy for one of the most feared and powerful arms of China’s intelligence apparatus is revealing his identity and operations overseas, including in Australia, as part of a Four Corners investigation.
Rachel 'hit the jackpot' when she found meat for 74 cents. She posted the bargain online to help others deal with rising costs
As the cost-of-living crisis worsens, the ABC spoke to families and students who say they're relying on savings tip-offs online, discount stores, and food banks to get by.
Most intense fighting for weeks rages in Gaza's north and south
US national security adviser Jake Sullivan says it is "a total outrage" that Israeli citizens have attacked aid bound for Gaza.
Orcas have sunk another boat off European coast. Baffled scientists think they may know why
A group of at least 15 orcas off the coast of Spain have sunk seven boats over the past four years. The origin of this new behaviour has baffled scientists, though the leading theory suggests they're following a "social fad".
New Caledonia imposes curfew following fiery overnight riots
Overnight riots in the South Pacific French territory saw vehicles torched and roads blocked in the wake of proposed constitutional reforms.
'A car can be a weapon': The horrifying moment car crashes into leaders of cycling race
The shocking moment a car crashed into the back of the leader of an under-19 cycling race in France was captured on TV.
Ukraine acknowledges Russian 'tactical success' as it pounds 30 towns and villages in Kharkiv region
Russia targets over 30 villages and towns in Ukraine's north-eastern Kharkiv region after launching a ground offensive in the border region, forcing almost 6,000 to evacuate.
Putin to move defence chief Shoigu in surprise reshuffle
In changes certain to be approved by parliamentarians, Russian President Vladimir Putin proposes a surprise new defence minister, nominating civilian Andrei Belousov, a former deputy prime minister who specialises in economics, for the job.
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The women of this small European nation are ready to 'send a signal to Russia'
Denmark is planning to expand its national service program and make it mandatory for women. While the issue is politically contentious, Russia's invasion of Ukraine is raging nearby and many are keen to sign up.
'We left just in time': The Rafah escape from Gaza that almost didn't happen
Jo Jo and her family endured a harrowing journey to escape Gaza just in time. But their relief at finding safety in Australia is bittersweet as tens of thousands more remained trapped in the territory with nowhere to go.
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Ominous threat as Titmus's Canadian rival warns there's more to come
Summer McIntosh books her spot at the 2024 Olympic Games by swimming the fastest 400 metre freestyle in the world this year — but the Canadian teenager said she was "not happy" with her time.
'A dream come true': Owners show off their trusted pooches during the Westminster dog show
From tiny terriers to towering Great Danes, the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in the United States shows off all types of breeds and dedicated owners keen to grab the prized title of top dog.