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The figures don't paint an overly pretty picture for Australia – although the government says there's a good reason for it.

Donald Trump has defended his surprise attack on Iran by comparing it to Pearl Harbor while he sat next to Japan's prime minister.

The low-cost carrier today warned travellers after online posts listing fake customer service numbers circulated on social media.

China's Embassy in the US shared an AI-generated video poking fun at US President Donald Trump's Shield of the Americas Summit.

The leader's appearance alongside his daughter has sparked speculation about succession planning.

Family and friends of an Australian mother-of-two who was seriously injured in a scooter crash in Bali have been left overwhelmed by the support they have received in their time of need.

Australia has been free of the disease since 2014, it is common in several Southeast Asian countries.

Reese said Alivia was "still in a extremely bad way and not conscious" but was the "strongest" girl she'd ever met.

China's top diplomat reiterated Beijing's call for an immediate ceasefire on the war with Iran.

She is the fourth Australian to have died on a Japanese ski field this year.

It is unclear what caused the alleged assault to occur

Tommy Schaefer still has a legal battle ahead of him that could but him back in prison.

"[China] has deliberately, and without constraint, massively expanded its nuclear arsenal."

No-one has been officially charged in the deaths of Melbourne teens Holly Bowles and Bianca Jones.

A special prosecutor had demanded the death penalty for Yoon, saying his actions posed a threat to the country’s democracy.

The humanoid robots performed for nearly five minutes on stage in a tightly choreographed routine that involved flips and dance moves.

South Korean intelligence believes the young girl could be the next leader of the North Korean regime.

"We understand the heartbreaking grief of the families of Holly and Bianca, which has been exacerbated by the delays and lack of transparency over the legal processes in Laos."

People who have fled North Korea have detailed the punishments under the ban on foreign media during a series of in-depth interviews.

The parents of two teens only found out the results of a trial from other victims.

"Today's egregious decision is the final nail in the coffin for freedom of the press in Hong Kong."

The huge jump from the pre-election share could allow Sanae Takaichi to make progress on a right-wing agenda that aims to boost Japan's economy and military capabilities as tensions grow with China and she tries to nurture ties with the US.

As one superpower appears committed to tearing down the world order, two others are forging an even closer bond.

A family friend paid tribute to the Melbourne man described as the "good looking but most humblest" man she knew.

Beijing has criticised the Dalai Lama's first Grammy win, describing the music industry award for an audiobook, narration and storytelling as "a tool for anti-China political manipulation".

It's believed the 22-year-old Sunshine Coast woman went into cardiac arrest after becoming stuck in a chairlift.

Two people tested positive for the frequently deadly disease in India, triggering security measures.

Airports across Asia are bringing in tighter screening measures after two people contracted Nipah virus.

And there are fears the Chinese president's latest move could have damaging repercussions.

More than 350 people were aboard the vessel, while rescuers have saved at least 215, officials say.

And the nation is trying everything in its power to encourage people to have babies - including a tax hike on condoms.

Indonesian rescuers have recovered a body in the ongoing search for 11 people aboard a plane that is believed to have crashed the previous day while approaching a mountainous region on Sulawesi island during cloudy weather.

A train travelling north from Bangkok was derailed when a construction crane fell onto a carriage as it was passing through Ban Thanon Khot in Nakhon Ratchasima.

Yoon Suk Yeol is charged with multiple offences, including trying to raise a rebellion with an attempt to impose martial law.

"It wasn't just my daughter; I saw hundreds of bodies with my own eyes".

European leaders urged Iran to allow its citizens to demonstrate without reprisal after Tehran signalled security forces would crack down on the protesters whom US President Donald Trump has pledged to support.

Drawn into a former high school by an intense stench, Vietnamese photographer Ho Van Tay made a horrendous discovery on January 10, 1979.

Singapore began denying entry to the country to men with long hair on January 9, 1972.

Passengers on a busy Qantas flight are being urged to monitor for symptoms.

The visit, which occurred on New Year's Day, even sparked speculation that the girl, reportedly named Kim Ju Ae and aged about 13, could be named a high-level official at the upcoming ruling Workers' Party congress.

A Spanish soccer coach and three of his children are still missing after a boat carrying 11 people sank overnight.

A previous ceasefire flared up into heavy border fighting over disputed territory claims.

Tremors were felt across the island, with millions of people on alert.

More than 10 million Australians will head overseas in 2026, if recent travel trends are any indication.

Cambodia has been embroiled in an armed conflict with its neighbour since late July.

Blue was fined $19 and returned to the UK, where she expressed no regrets.

Australians are being warned about travelling to an incredibly popular destination.

A spokesperson said the men's clothing was not compatible with Afghan or Islamic values.

Over a dozen people have been killed in the latest fighting.

The diminutive early human species was first discovered in an Indonesian cave in 2003.