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- 1Gaza faces 61m tonnes of rubble concealing up to 10,000 bodies▼61m tonnes of rubble: Gaza aid workers face delicate task of clearing ruins concealing up to 10,000 bodies
Aid workers in Gaza are beginning the enormous task of clearing 61 million tonnes of rubble from the territory's ruined neighbourhoods. Recovery teams warn that the debris may conceal the bodies of up to 10,000 people killed in the war, making the clearance operation slow and delicate, as families continue searching for missing relatives beneath the ruins.
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The Reserve Bank of Australia has raised its cash rate to its highest level in 15 years, extending its campaign against persistent inflation. Borrowers face higher mortgage repayments as lending costs climb to a level not seen in over a decade. The decision keeps Australia in line with other major economies still tightening monetary policy, and economists are watching whether further increases will follow in coming months.
- 3Italian parliament votes to bring back nuclear energy●Italian parliament votes for return to nuclear energy
Italy's parliament has approved a move toward restarting nuclear power, reversing a stance the country has held since abandoning nuclear energy after referendums following the Chernobyl disaster. The vote opens the way for new nuclear technology, including small modular reactors, as Italy seeks stable low-carbon energy supplies. Supporters frame it as energy security and climate policy; critics recall Italy's long-standing public opposition to nuclear power.
- 4Meloni declares Italy no longer Europe's refugee camp▼Giorgia Meloni says Italy is DONE being Europe’s refugee camp. The Italian PM is claiming a major victory for her govern
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is claiming a major victory for her government's migration policies, declaring that Italy is no longer carrying Europe's refugee burden. "Today we can say that Italy is no longer Europe's refugee camp," she said. The statement is drawing strong reactions, with supporters hailing it as proof her hard-line migration approach is working, while critics question the figures behind the claim.
- 5Iran threatens retaliation against US military bases●Iran issues new retaliation threat against American military bases
Iran has issued a new threat warning of retaliation against American military bases in the region. The warning, reported by NBC News, signals a further escalation in tensions between Tehran and Washington, raising concerns about the potential for open conflict and attacks on US personnel and facilities stationed across the Middle East.
- 6Australia's Central Bank Raises Rates Again on Inflation Fears▼Australia’s Central Bank Raises Rates Again as Inflation Fears Materialize
The Reserve Bank of Australia has announced another interest rate increase, with policymakers citing growing concerns that inflation is proving more persistent than expected. The move means higher borrowing costs for Australian households and businesses, and it follows a series of tightening steps aimed at bringing price growth back toward the bank's target.
- 7Reserve Bank of Australia Raises Rates a Fourth Time●Reserve Bank of Australia Raises Rates a Fourth Time as Inflation Fears Materialize
The Reserve Bank of Australia has raised interest rates for the fourth consecutive time, moving to curb inflation that policymakers had warned was building. The decision signals the central bank's concern that price pressures are proving more persistent than expected. It adds to a global pattern of aggressive monetary tightening, and households and businesses face further pressure on mortgages and borrowing costs.
- 8China Weighs Allowing ByteDance and Alibaba to Buy Nvidia Chips●JUST IN: China considers permitting ByteDance, Alibaba to buy new $NVDA chips - The Information.
According to The Information, China is considering allowing ByteDance and Alibaba to purchase new Nvidia chips, a potential easing of restrictions on access to advanced US semiconductors. The news is drawing attention as it could signal a shift in the tech trade standoff between Washington and Beijing, with major implications for Chinese AI development and Nvidia's business.
- 9Australia Raises Key Rate to 15-Year High to Curb Inflation▼Australia Raises Key Rate to 15-Year High to Cool Inflation
Australia's central bank has lifted its key interest rate to the highest level in 15 years as it tries to bring inflation under control. The move makes borrowing more expensive for households and businesses, and signals policymakers remain willing to tighten further despite concerns about slowing economic growth and mounting pressure on mortgage holders.
- 10Australia signals further rate hikes after lifting rates to 15-year high▼Australia says more hikes not off the table after raising rates to 15-year high
Australia's central bank has raised interest rates to their highest level in 15 years and warned that further increases remain possible as it battles persistent inflation. Policymakers said more hikes are 'not off the table', keeping borrowers and markets on alert over the path of monetary policy.
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Australia's central bank has raised its benchmark interest rate to its highest level in around 15 years, according to the Financial Times. The move means more expensive borrowing for Australian households and businesses, and is aimed at curbing inflation. Reactions so far focus on the pressure this adds to mortgages and the broader cost-of-living squeeze.
- 12Italian court convicts three Egyptian officials over Regeni kidnapping●An Italian court on Monday convicted three Egyptian security officials of involvement in the 2016 kidnapping of student
An Italian court on Monday convicted three Egyptian security officials for their involvement in the 2016 kidnapping of Giulio Regeni, the Cambridge University student whose tortured body was found on a Cairo roadside days after he disappeared. The verdict is a landmark in Italy's years-long effort to establish accountability, though Egypt has consistently denied involvement and the defendants were tried in absentia.
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Australia's central bank has lifted interest rates to their highest level in 15 years, a move aimed at curbing persistent inflation. The decision means higher borrowing costs for households and businesses, and signals that policymakers remain willing to tighten further despite pressure on mortgage holders.
- 14Sudan war: 12 million displaced, 150,000 civilians killed●12 Millionen Menschen auf der Flucht. 150.000 zivile Opfer. Ethnische Säuberungen. Sexualisierte Gewalt. #Sudan Ob #free
Figures circulating widely put Sudan's devastating conflict at 12 million people displaced, roughly 150,000 civilian deaths, plus reported ethnic cleansing and sexual violence. German-language commentary argues the crisis receives far less public attention and solidarity than other conflicts, with the phrase that people in Sudan 'die quietly' resonating among users calling for more awareness and support.
- 15Australia Raises Interest Rate to 15-Year High●Australia Raises Key Rate to 15-Year High to Restrain Inflation
Australia's central bank has lifted its key interest rate to the highest level in 15 years in an effort to bring inflation under control. The move means higher borrowing costs for households and businesses, and it signals that policymakers remain determined to curb price growth despite the pressure on mortgage holders and the wider economy.
- 16Russia's war losses hit 2,000 troops a day●EXPOSED: Russia's 60% fatality rate as losses hit 2,000 troops a day | Battle Plans
Reports are circulating that Russian forces are suffering around 2,000 casualties a day in the war against Ukraine, with claims of a fatality rate near 60 percent among those wounded or lost. The figures, highlighted in detailed battle analysis, are drawing attention to the mounting human cost of Moscow's invasion and the sustainability of its frontline strategy.
- 17Iran Threatens Retaliation Against US and UK Military Bases●🔴 BREAKING Iran Threatens Retaliation Against US and UK Bases Iran has signaled it may target US and British military ba
Iran has signaled it may target US and British military bases, specifically naming RAF Fairford in England, if those countries are found responsible for plots against Tehran. The warning suggests Iran is broadening the scope of its potential retaliation beyond regional targets to include Western military installations, raising concerns about a wider confrontation involving NATO members.
- 18Australia's central bank lifts cash rate to 15-year peak●Australia’s central bank raises cash rate to 15-year peak By Reuters
Australia's central bank, the Reserve Bank of Australia, has raised its cash rate to its highest level in 15 years, according to Reuters. The move means higher borrowing costs for Australian households and businesses, and signals the bank is still working to bring inflation back to target despite signs of economic slowing. Markets and economists will be watching for hints on whether further tightening is ahead.
- 19Gaza media office says 262 Palestinian journalists killed since war began▼262 Palestinian journalists killed by Israel since Gaza war: Media office
Gaza's media office says 262 Palestinian journalists have been killed by Israel since the Gaza war began in October 2023, according to a report carried by Anadolu Agency. The figure underscores the toll on media workers covering the conflict, and press freedom groups have repeatedly raised concerns about reporter safety in the territory.
- 20Gaza aid workers clear 61m tonnes of rubble hiding 10,000 bodies●61m tonnes of rubble: Gaza aid workers face delicate task of clearing ruins concealing up to 10,000 bodies By Seham Tant
Aid workers in Gaza have begun one of the largest rubble-clearance operations in modern history, removing 61 million tonnes of debris from the war-torn territory. The work is delicate: an estimated 10,000 bodies remain buried beneath the ruins, alongside unexploded bombs. Workers say the debris holds lives and memories as well as wreckage, and each site must be handled carefully. Reporting from Gaza City highlights the scale and human cost of the task ahead.
- 21Russia Restored Perimeter Nuclear Retaliation System, Report Says▼Russia Has Restored the Perimeter Retaliatory Nuclear Strike System, The Sunday Times Says
Russia has restored its Cold War-era 'Perimeter' system, designed to launch a nuclear retaliatory strike automatically if leadership is decapitated, according to The Sunday Times. The dead-hand-style system would ensure retaliation even if Russian command structures were destroyed in a first strike. The claim has drawn attention amid ongoing tensions over nuclear rhetoric tied to the war in Ukraine.
- 22Rescuers Keep Ukraine's Fortress Cities Alive Under Fire▼The Rescuers Keeping Two Ukrainian ‘Fortress Cities’ Alive
Emergency rescue workers continue operating in two eastern Ukrainian 'fortress cities', maintaining essential services and saving civilians amid ongoing Russian shelling. Their work keeps the embattled urban centers functioning even as bombardment damages infrastructure and endangers residents who have not evacuated.
- 23Amnesty reports war crimes by Malian forces and Wagner Group▼Mali: Damning evidence of war crimes by state armed forces and Wagner Group personnel – new report
Amnesty International has published a new report presenting what it calls damning evidence of war crimes committed in Mali by state armed forces and personnel from the Russian Wagner Group. The findings add to mounting documentation of abuses against civilians in the country's conflict, and are drawing attention to the human rights record of Mali's military government and its Russian partners.
- 24Supreme Court strikes down most of Trump's tariffs▼Supreme Court invalidates most of Trump's tariffs
The US Supreme Court has ruled against most of the tariffs imposed by Donald Trump, invalidating the bulk of his trade measures. The decision marks a major legal setback for the president's trade policy, striking at the core of an economic agenda that has defined his administration's approach to imports.
- 25Atlético Madrid beat Real Madrid 2-1 in LaLiga derby●ATLÉTICO DE MADRID 2 - 1 REAL MADRID | HIGHLIGHTS LALIGA EA SPORTS
Atlético Madrid defeated city rivals Real Madrid 2-1 in a LaLiga EA Sports fixture, with match highlights drawing massive attention. The Madrid derby result is one of the biggest talking points in football, with fans reacting to the goals and the impact on the league standings.
- 26Leaked EU documents reveal plan to mandate mass chat scans●Chatkontrolle: EU-Staaten wollen umfassende Massenscans per Umweg legalisieren Geleakte EU-Dokumente offenbaren vor dem
Leaked EU documents, published before a key trilogue round, indicate member states are seeking to legalise indiscriminate mass scanning of private messages through administrative decisions rather than primary legislation. Critics say the workaround would impose blanket surveillance of private communications without a court order, reviving the controversial 'chat control' proposal by indirect means, while supporters argue it targets child sexual abuse material.
- 27Zelensky says over 10,600 Russian troops killed in past week▼More than 10,600 Russian military personnel neutralized at front over past week — Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky says Ukrainian forces neutralized more than 10,600 Russian military personnel at the front over the past week. He made the claim in one of his regular addresses on the course of the war. If accurate, the figure would point to continued heavy fighting and high Russian casualty rates along the front line, though independent verification of wartime casualty claims from either side is difficult.
- 28Algeria accuses Israel at UN over Somalia and Gaza▼At UN, Algeria says Israel seeks to divide Somalia, violates Gaza ceasefire
Algeria charged at the United Nations that Israel is seeking to divide Somalia and is violating the Gaza ceasefire. The statement, delivered by Anadolu's reporting at the UN, links two sensitive files: Israel's recognition moves affecting Somalia's territorial integrity and ongoing tensions over the fragile truce in Gaza. The accusation adds Algeria's voice to growing diplomatic pushback against Israel at the world body.
- 29Palestinian Journalist Death Toll Reaches 262, Gaza Observes Solidarity Day▼Palestinian Journalist Death Toll Reaches 262 as Gaza Marks International Solidarity Day
The Palestinian Journalists' death toll in Gaza has reached 262, according to the Palestine Chronicle, as the territory marked International Solidarity Day with the Palestinian people. The figure highlights the continued toll on media workers covering the conflict, and observers marked the occasion by renewing calls for protection of journalists and international accountability.
- 30Russia Claims Strikes On Kyiv Hit NATO Specialists▼Russia Wipes Out 'NATO SPECIALISTS' In Huge Strikes On Kyiv; Putin Army Burns Ukraine Military Hubs
Russian forces carried out large-scale strikes on Kyiv, with claims that targets included military hubs and 'NATO specialists' in the Ukrainian capital. The reports come from Russian-aligned sources and have not been independently verified. The strikes fit an ongoing pattern of aerial attacks on Ukrainian military infrastructure as the war continues.
- 31China weighs letting ByteDance and Alibaba buy Nvidia chips▼China weighs allowing ByteDance, Alibaba to buy new Nvidia chips, The Information reports
China is considering allowing ByteDance and Alibaba to purchase new Nvidia AI chips, according to a report by The Information picked up by CNBC and Reuters. The potential approval would mark a shift in Beijing's stance on US chip imports amid ongoing trade tensions and export restrictions. The news is drawing attention across global tech and semiconductor markets.
- 32Images reveal the scale of destruction in Gaza▼The images revealing the scale of destruction in Gaza
Satellite and on-the-ground photographs published by Israeli media show the widespread devastation across the Gaza Strip after months of fighting. The images document destroyed residential neighbourhoods, collapsed buildings and infrastructure damage across large parts of the territory. They are being circulated as international attention stays fixed on the humanitarian situation and reconstruction estimates for the enclave.
- 33Civilians hunted by Russian forces in Ukraine's fortress belt●‘I was scared I’d be burnt alive’: In Ukraine’s fortress belt where Russians hunt civilians
Civilians in Ukraine's eastern fortress belt describe being targeted by Russian forces while trying to survive along the front line. One resident recounted fearing she would be burnt alive as attacks on villages near Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka continue. The accounts highlight the growing dangers to non-combatants as Russia presses its advance through the strategically important chain of towns.
- 34Netanyahu at UN calls Gaza genocide claims 'greatest lie of the century'●Netanyahu può salire sul podio dell’ONU e chiamare il genocidio «la più grande menzogna del secolo». Poi però restano i
Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the UN General Assembly, denouncing accusations of genocide in Gaza as 'the greatest lie of the century'. Critics countered that his speech cannot erase the facts on the ground: tens of thousands dead in Gaza, children killed, strikes on designated 'safe zones', and settler violence documented by the UN. The contrast between the podium's rhetoric and the documented toll is driving angry reactions.
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Australia's central bank has raised interest rates to their highest level in 15 years, with a warning that further increases could follow as it battles persistent inflation. The decision adds pressure on mortgage holders and signals that borrowing costs will stay elevated until inflation returns to target.
- 36Australia forced to rethink its reliance on the United States●Australia is being forced to rethink its US dependence | DW News
Australia is reassessing its longstanding dependence on the United States as an ally, according to DW News coverage drawing wide attention. The discussion comes amid shifting geopolitics, with Canberra weighing how far it can rely on Washington for security while managing trade ties with China. Commenters are debating what a more independent Australian foreign policy would look like.
- 37US 'alienated' Sudan's army amid complex war, analyst says▼US has 'alienated' Sudan's army in 'complex war' analyst tells RFI
An analyst told French broadcaster RFI that Washington has alienated the Sudanese army in what he described as a complex war. The comment highlights growing friction between the United States and Sudan's military leadership as the conflict, which began in April 2023 between the army and the Rapid Support Forces, drags on. Other outlets, including Modern Ghana, have picked up the remarks, underscoring debate over whether US diplomacy in Sudan has undermined a key actor in any future settlement.
- 38US finalizes lower fuel economy standards favoring gas vehicles●US finalizes new lower fuel economy standards in boost for gas-powered vehicles https:// reut.rs/4ynbim7
The US has finalized new fuel economy standards that are lower than previous requirements, a move that eases pressure on automakers and benefits gas-powered vehicles. The rollback of efficiency targets is expected to draw criticism from environmental groups while being welcomed by car manufacturers facing less stringent compliance costs.
- 39RBA raises Australian interest rate to 4.60%▼Australian RBA Interest Rate Decision 4.60% vs. Exp. 4.6% (Prev. 4.35%)
The Reserve Bank of Australia has lifted its cash rate to 4.60%, up from 4.35% and in line with expectations. It is the first hike of this cycle, and markets and economists are watching for what the move signals about the bank's fight against persistent inflation and whether further tightening will follow.
- 40US to finalize sharply lower vehicle fuel economy standards●US to finalize sharply lower vehicle fuel economy standards https:// reut.rs/46Hi5e9
The United States is set to finalize vehicle fuel economy standards that are sharply lower than previously planned, according to Reuters. The rollback would ease efficiency requirements for automakers, reversing stricter targets and easing pressure on manufacturers of gasoline-powered vehicles while drawing criticism from climate and environmental advocates.