Mass blackouts in storm hit eastern Australia

Mass blackouts in storm-hit eastern Australia

Residents are warned power may not return for days as further heavy rainfall is forecast.

BBC News - 17h

Body found in floodwaters and troops injured in Australia storm

At least one man has died in floodwaters and military personnel have been injured in the wild weather.

BBC News - 1d

Toronto police search for suspects after mass shooting at pub opening

Toronto police are searching for three armed suspects after a mass shooting at a pub’s opening night left 12 people injured, including six hit by gunfire. Authorities say there were no fatalities, ...

NBC News - 1d

Deadly floods engulf Argentine city after fierce storm

Eight hours of rainfall hit Bahía Blanca, killing at least 13 people and leaving many areas under water.

BBC News - 21h

Kent State defeats Eastern Michigan 76-70

Led by Jalen Sullinger's 18 points, the Kent State Golden Flashes defeated the Eastern Michigan Eagles 76-70

ABC News - 1d

One in 15 Americans has witnessed a mass shooting – study

Report finds that 7% of Americans have been present at the scene of a mass shooting and 2% have been injured in one. One in 15 Americans has witnessed a mass shooting, a new study shows, revealing ...

The Guardian - 1d

At least 20 killed in Russian missile strikes on eastern Ukraine

At least 20 people were killed when Russia's military launched a flurry of missile and drone attacks in eastern Ukraine Saturday, damaging multiple apartment buildings in the town of Dobropillya. ...

CBS News - 1d

Alfred, No Longer a Cyclone, Makes Landfall in Australia

One man died in floodwaters, the authorities said, and over 330,000 customers were without power in South East Queensland.

The New York Times - 1d

12 injured in mass shooting at pub in Toronto

At least 12 people have been injured in a shooting at a pub in Toronto on Friday night, police said.

ABC News - 1d

Armed Teen Is Stopped From Boarding a Flight in Australia, the Police Say

Passengers and crew held down the 17 year old, who had a shotgun and also claimed to have bombs, until the police arrived, the authorities said.

The New York Times - 2d

A perfect measles’ storm: Vaccine skepticism and failed leadership broke public trust

The U.S. can restore confidence in its public health institutions and those who represent them if it responds decisively in situations like the Texas measles outbreak.

The Hill - 1d

WATCH: St. John's caps memorable regular season with thrilling buzzer beater in OT to hold off Marquette

The Red Storm spoiled Senior Day for the Eagles on Saturday with the wild finish

CBS Sports - 1d

UCLA storms back for Big Ten title against USC in battle of LA

The Bruins lost to the Trojans twice in the regular season, but ultimately lifted the end-of-season hardware.

Yahoo Sports - 3h

Trade tariffs are the new normal – and that’s unlikely to be positive for Australia | Sally Auld

US policy changes won’t have a large direct effect on the Australian economy but a global trade war can only be a drag on growth. Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news ...

The Guardian - 2h

Pentagon Cuts Threaten Programs That Secure Loose Nukes and Weapons of Mass Destruction

Documents obtained by WIRED show the US Department of Defense is considering cutting up to 75 percent of workers who stop the spread of chemical, biological, and nuclear weapons.

Wired - 3d

Toronto Police Describe 'Eerie' Scene After Mass Shooting at Pub

Yahoo News - 1d

Inside the Sean ’Diddy’ Combs Hotline: The Makings of a Mass Tort

From a low-slung building in Montana, employees process sex abuse complaints against the music mogul that have been drawn to them through advertising and a viral hotline.

The New York Times - 12h

Green hits go-ahead 3, Curry surpasses 25,000 points as Warriors hold off Pistons, 115-110

Draymond Green hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with 35 seconds left, then secured a loose ball moments later and converted a free throw, Stephen Curry surpassed 25,000 points and the Golden State Warriors ...

ABC News - 22h

How the Lumineers outlived stomp-clap's biggest hit

Wesley Schultz of the Denver-based folk-rock duo on becoming a hero to the likes of Zach Bryan and Noah Kahan.

Los Angeles Times - 2d

China hits Canada with retaliatory tariffs on agricultural products

Beijing accuses Ottawa of ‘discriminatory’ levies on electric vehicles

Financial Times - 1d

China Hits Canada With Tariffs in Indirect Riposte to Trump

Beijing, which set steep duties on canola, peas and pork, wants Canada and Mexico to resist U.S. pressure to raise tariffs on Chinese goods.

The New York Times - 1d

Late car payments hit highest level in decades

Americans are falling behind on their monthly car payments at the highest rate in more than 30 years.

The Hill - 1d

Internet shutdowns at record high in Africa as access ‘weaponised’

More governments seeking to keep millions of people offline amid conflicts, protests and political instability. Digital blackouts reached a record high in 2024 in Africa as more governments sought ...

The Guardian - 17h

Bills' Josh Allen signs record-breaking contract that includes $250 million guaranteed, per report

The league's MVP has hit the jackpot

CBS Sports - 1h

Shooting at Toronto pub wounds at least 12 people, police say

Canadian police say a dozen people were injured in a shooting at a pub in eastern Toronto

ABC News - 1d

See how Australia’s first 3D-printed multi-storey house is being built: four bedrooms in five weeks

The slab has been laid, a frame is being printed and cement piping that looks like soft serve is poured by robotic crane. Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred LIVE: latest news and updates Get our ...

The Guardian - 1d

Zuby Ejiofor sinks OT buzzer-beater to lead No. 6 St. John's over No. 20 Marquette

The Red Storm will enter the Big East tournament as the top seed for the first time since 1986.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

3/8: CBS Weekend News

At least 20 killed in Russian missile strikes on eastern Ukraine; Iconic Volkswagen microbus gets an electric revival

CBS News - 15h

Big Ten Tournament: UCLA storms back from double-digit deficit, beats JuJu Watkins, USC in championship game

With the win, the Bruins are now the projected No. 1 overall seed in the NCAA Tournament

CBS Sports - 1h

Private Prisons Are Ramping Up Detention of Immigrants and Cashing In

The Trump administration is expected to use thousands more beds in these facilities as part of its mass deportation effort.

The New York Times - 2d

A reason to root for each driver, a question facing each team

Before the 2025 F1 season kicks off in Australia, ESPN brings you a reason to root for all 20 drivers, and the biggest issue facing all 10 teams.

ESPN - 2d

Hit by ‘Gut Punches,’ Scientists Band Together to Protest Trump

Stand Up for Science aims to revive a movement that started in 2017, but with an all-new team and a more focused vision.

The New York Times - 3d

Meta Takes Another Hit After Reports That it Blacklists Ex-Employees

Former Meta staff and current executives say the company’s formal no-rehire list sometimes blackballs capable veterans for arbitrary or petty reasons that are virtually impossible to overcome.

Inc. - 2d

UK 'hardest hit by Covid fallout' and next Bond 'shouldn't be American'

A mix of stories lead Sunday's front pages, including on immigration and five years on since the start of the pandemic.

BBC News - 21h

Texas army base poised to become mass deportation hub under Trump plan

Reports of Fort Bliss being used for detention as well as expulsion purposes spark outrage from critics. The huge US army base of Fort Bliss at the Texas-Mexico border is poised to become a ...

The Guardian - 1d

Marquette vs. St. John's odds, prediction: 2025 college basketball picks, March 8 best bets by proven model

SportsLine's model just revealed its college basketball picks for the St. John's Red Storm vs. Marquette Golden Eagles on Saturday afternoon

CBS Sports - 1d

Ten Pound Poms series two review – this trashy, soapy migration drama is a knockoff Call the Midwife

Michelle Keegan is the only nurse in this 50s-set drama about Brits emigrating to Australia, but its slight take on social issues that are relevant today recalls the BBC birthing drama . Sunday ...

The Guardian - 5h