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Conflict-related sexual violence cases more than doubled in 2025, UN warns
Nearly 10,000 cases of conflict-related sexual violence were recorded worldwide last year – more than double the previous year's figure – as rape, sexual...
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UN honours blue helmets and calls for renewed investment in peace
Peacekeepers are serving in a dangerous era of mounting global tensions and tight resources. Newsiline summarises this report from UN News - English and l...
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Child among three dead after tower block fall
A man, a woman and a child were pronounced dead at the scene in Elephant and Castle. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and link...
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Israel, Lebanon officials to meet. And, judge won't block Trump's mail-in voting order
Israel and Lebanon officials are set to meet today as U.S.-Iran peace talks continue. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links readers to...
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Kenya court blocks US plan for Ebola quarantine facility
The US proposal to set up an Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya has been met with a fierce backlash from medical workers in the East African country, wher...
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Meteorologists were central to D-Day. 'Pressure' tells the story of navigating uncertainty
The new movie, based on writer and actor David Haig's 2014 play, dramatizes the tensions between military leaders and meteorologists in the lead up to the...
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Is Grand Slam singles woe for British players a worry for Wimbledon?
The French Open is the third Grand Slam in a row that no British singles players made the second week. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - To...
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WHO says 223 suspected deaths, 906 cases in Ebola outbreak
The outbreak is threatening to overwhelm health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo, while seven cases have now been confirmed in neighbouring...
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Photos show the world's 'uncounted' people -- and what it takes to be counted
Colombian-American photographer and filmmaker Juan Arredondo turns his lens on the people of the world who do not have birth and death certificates — and...
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Russian drone launched against Ukraine crashes in Romania, injuring 2
A Russian drone that was part of an overnight attack on Ukraine crashed into an apartment building in eastern Romania, injuring two people, Romanian autho...
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Romanian crisis meeting after Russian drone hits building, wounding two
A Russian drone has struck an apartment building in NATO-member Romania, wounding two people. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and...
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WHO chief lands in Congo to address rare Ebola outbreak amid distrust and insecurity
The head of the World Health Organization arrived in Congo's capital, Kinshasa, to witness efforts against an outbreak of a rare type of Ebola virus. News...
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Sea Life penguins kept in basement to get better home with daylight
The aquarium's owner will also stop breeding gentoo penguins at its London and Birmingham sites. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stor...
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Israel, Lebanon set for Pentagon talks after heavy strikes
Officials from Israel and Lebanon are set to meet for security talks in Washington DC after Israel launched hundreds of airstrikes on Lebanon this week. N...
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Inquest opens for three sisters who died in sea off Brighton
Jane Adetoro, Christina Walters, and Rebecca Walters died in a "tragedy", off Brighton beach. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories...
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Konate set to leave Liverpool on free transfer
Ibrahima Konate is set to leave Liverpool for free when his current contract expires in June. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories...
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Eight students arrested in Kenya after suspected deadly school arson attack
Sixteen pupils died in the fire that ripped through a dormitory while they were asleep. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - World and links r...
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Live: Sharks make call on Origin contingent ahead of Manly clash
Cronulla have made their decision on whether Origin trio Addin Fonua-Blake, Briton Nikora and Blayke Brailey will back up from Game I. Newsiline summarise...
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Which first lady feared her husband might be having a stroke? The quiz knows
This week, the pope took aim at AI, a fancy carmaker dipped a toe in the EV market and a first lady made a surprising comment. Newsiline summarises this r...
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Replacing aging U.S. voting equipment will take years and billions of dollars
America's voting systems are getting old. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.
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Former AG Pam Bondi to testify before Congress over handling of the Epstein files
Bondi was ousted from her role as attorney general in April. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links readers to the original publisher fo...
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Why the U.S. cattle herd is at a 75-year low — and what it means for beef prices
The overall number of U.S. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.
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Kids to see gambling ads despite Labor laws
The partial ad ban will not prevent children from seeing gambling ads during footy or rugby games, Labor's draft legislation shows. Newsiline summarises t...
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Claims about high-profile married man's relationship raised in extortion case
A court has heard a man charged with extortion was "potentially gagged" by his bail terms in an effort to protect a high-profile married man. Newsiline su...
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Live: Rejuvinated Blues face big test against Cats at the MCG
Carlton goes for a third win in a row under interim coach Josh Fraser, as the Blues take on the high-flying Geelong at the MCG. Newsiline summarises this...
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Germany news: Pistorius 'hopeful' of Canada submarine deal
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius is hoping that Canada will purchase up to 12 new submarines from Germany. Newsiline summarises this report from De...
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Arsenal's glory weekend beckons, and fans all over the world are watching
This weekend is Arsenal F.C.'s victory parade. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR World and links readers to the original publisher for the full st...
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How a friendship grew from an agoraphobia diagnosis
About 10 years ago, Naomi "Nonie" Lynn was diagnosed with agoraphobia or the fear of public places. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and lin...
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Brisbane teenager accused of using a police car as a BMX ramp in viral stunt at Scientology church
Zeppelin Witheridge charged with public nuisance over ‘Scientology speedrun’ social media trend A social media stunt that treats churches like video games...
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India news: Top Court Allows Vinesh Phogat's Asiad Entry
The Supreme Court of India has cleared the way for Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat to compete in the Asian Games trials. Newsiline summarises this report fr...
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India news: Below-average monsoon outlook raises concerns
India is set to receive below-normal rainfall this monsoon season. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English and links readers to...
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Ex-police officer's messages did not amount to 'implied admissions' of rape, court told
A woman who says she was raped by a former South Australian police officer did not confront her alleged attacker "because she knew it wasn't true", a cour...
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Kenya court halts opening of US Ebola quarantine facility in the country
A 50-bed isolation unit in Kenya for US citizens was due to open on Friday, a US official said. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stori...
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Man jailed over ‘racially motivated attack’ against Queensland’s Biloela family
Jessie Newton, 40, pleaded guilty to assaulting Priya Nadesalingam and Nades Murugappan, and a string of other offences Get our breaking news email, free...
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Aboriginal families in Federal Court bid for traditional ownership recognition
Two groups of Indigenous families have claimed in the Federal Court they should be recognised as the traditional owners of the NT's Cobourg Peninsula. New...
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Breaking: Socceroos boosted as young midfielder switches allegiance from Italy
The Socceroos have been boosted ahead of the FIFA World Cup, with young midfielder Cristian Volpato switching allegiance from Italy to Australia. Newsilin...