Tasmania takes a historic step to repair harm from its past anti-gay laws

Activists have locked on to the Newcastle coal loader as part of a protest against coal exports, coinciding with warnings from the Australian Energy Market Operator (Aemo) about potential grid instability if the Eraring power station closes in 2027. This protest highlights ongoing tensions surrounding Australia's reliance on coal and the transition to renewable energy sources.

The Zika crisis in Brazil led to many women giving birth to children with severe disabilities. In response, a group of mothers has united to advocate for their children's rights and seek reparations for the challenges they face a decade after the outbreak.

A long-lost painting by Peter Paul Rubens, depicting the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, was sold at auction for $2.7 million after being discovered in a Paris townhouse during a routine visit by an auctioneer last year.

Australia’s response to the HIV/Aids crisis has been recognized as both a historical phenomenon and a public health model, highlighting the emotional and political dimensions of the epidemic. The initial fear and stigma surrounding the disease, particularly in marginalized communities, shaped the early understanding and treatment of HIV/Aids.

Detectives from the New South Wales police have charged four men in connection with an alleged international satanic child sex abuse material ring based in Sydney. This investigation, part of Strike Force Constantine, has revealed a network involved in the online distribution of child sexual abuse material with ritualistic themes.

A massive fireball erupted at a waste facility in North St Mary's, western Sydney, Australia, causing significant destruction and raising alarms about safety measures at industrial sites. Eyewitness accounts described a large chemical tank being propelled into the air during the incident.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has formally requested a pardon from President Isaac Herzog amid his ongoing corruption trial, which has significantly polarized the nation. This trial involves serious allegations of bribery and fraud, and Netanyahu's request comes after a series of delays in the proceedings.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Ukrainian officials engaged in approximately four hours of discussions aimed at finding a resolution to the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. The talks, described as productive, come amid heightened military pressure and recent attacks in Kyiv, indicating a pressing need for diplomatic solutions.