Mora Namdar, a lawyer and salon owner, is confirmed as Assistant Secretary for Consular Affairs. She will oversee US visa approvals, aligning with Trump's hardline immigration stance. Read the full story.
President Trump promotes Mora Namdar, a former Project 2025 author, to a key State Department role overseeing US visa approvals and passport issuance. Discover the implications for immigration policy.
A 13-year-old British boy has been killed in Portugal. The suspect, his mother's ex-partner with a violent past, also died in a gas explosion. Read the full report.
A 13-year-old British boy was stabbed to death in Tomar, Portugal, by his mother's ex-partner, a convicted killer, before a gas explosion tore through the house. Read the full report.
Severe thunderstorms and potential post-Christmas flooding threaten Queensland and the NT, while heatwaves hit WA and cooler temps arrive in the south. Get the full festive forecast.
Australia faces a split Christmas Day forecast with severe storms in the east and a scorching heatwave in the west. Stay informed on weather warnings and travel advice.
The Trump administration has halted abortion services for veterans at VA facilities, reversing a 2024 policy. This move restricts care for rape survivors and those with life-threatening pregnancies.
US Democrats file a lawsuit against the Trump administration's restructuring of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. The move aims to block a rule they argue weakens consumer protections.
Australia faces a split Christmas forecast with severe heatwaves in the north-east and a cold snap bringing Melbourne its chilliest Christmas since 2006. Get the latest weather updates.
Australians face extreme weather this Christmas, from 41C in Perth to 16C in Hobart. Discover the festive forecast for every capital city and the warnings in place.
While President Trump touts a 'Golden Age' and falling prices, official data reveals double-digit hikes on essentials from coffee to car repairs. Discover the real inflation story hitting UK readers.
The Bureau of Meteorology releases its Christmas Day forecast as an extreme heatwave grips southern Australia. Discover the weather outlook for each capital city.
US inflation climbed to 2.7% in November, lower than the 3.1% forecast. The Bureau of Labor Statistics released the data, which skipped October due to a shutdown. Read the full analysis.
The American Bankers Association has fiercely criticised a US consumer watchdog memo alleging potential 'bait-and-switch' tactics in credit card rewards. Read the full dispute.
Australians are urged to stay vigilant as temperatures soar into the 40s across multiple states and dangerous bushfires burn. Meteorologists warn the extreme heat poses a serious risk to public health.
The Bureau of Meteorology confirms a La Niña event is underway, setting Australia up for a cooler, rainier summer with increased flood risks. Learn what this means for weather patterns.
Sydney faces a severe heatwave with temperatures predicted to soar into the 40s Celsius. Authorities warn of dangerous conditions and urge residents to take precautions. Stay informed and safe.
US private sector employment unexpectedly declined in November, according to ADP. The key government jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics is delayed until 16 December. Read the full analysis.
The head of Australia's Bureau of Meteorology faces Senate scrutiny over a near-billion dollar website overhaul. Read the full defence and the political fallout.
Australia's Bureau of Meteorology declares a La Niña event is underway, raising risks of torrential rain, floods, and cyclones. Officials urge residents to prepare emergency plans now.
Andriy Yermak, President Zelensky's right-hand man, steps down after a major corruption probe into a £76m embezzlement scheme. Read the latest developments.
Temperatures to remain 8C above average in Queensland and northern NSW as cleanup continues from severe storms that left one dead and thousands without power.
The Bureau of Meteorology's controversial website overhaul has triggered widespread anger. Discover why users are demanding functionality in an increasingly digital world.
Queenslanders face more severe storms after an 'insurance catastrophe' with 16,000 claims. The Bureau of Meteorology warns of large hail and power outages. Stay safe and prepared.
Severe thunderstorms with giant hail and destructive winds have left over 138,000 without power in south-east Queensland. The Bureau of Meteorology issues urgent warnings.
South Australia reels from its most significant storm on record as a severe heatwave threatens to push temperatures to 47C. Discover the full forecast and impacts.
The Bureau of Meteorology's controversial website redesign cost taxpayers $96.5m, prompting an apology and a ministerial demand for explanation. Discover the full breakdown.
Sunrise host Natalie Barr confronts government over Bureau of Meteorology's website redesign costing $96.5m amid cost-of-living crisis. Taxpayers demand answers.
As Parliament sits for the final week of 2023, Murray Watt pushes for EPBC bill agreement amid Liberal Party instability and BoM website criticism. Follow live updates.
Australia's Bureau of Meteorology faces severe criticism after revealing its unpopular weather app redesign cost taxpayers nearly £76 million. Discover how public funds were spent.