Reciting the names of the dead: how Australia’s response to HIV/Aids was emotionally – and politically – powerful | Leigh Boucher

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.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that Labour's economic plan will take years to fully implement, following a challenging response to the recent budget announcement which included £26 billion in tax increases. Starmer defended Chancellor Rachel Reeves' decisions amidst criticism from political opponents regarding the budget's impact on the cost of living crisis.

Tasmania is initiating Australia's first compensation program for men who were criminalized under past anti-gay laws, addressing the long-standing injustices faced by this community.

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.

Liverpool secured a much-needed victory against West Ham, with Alexander Isak ending his goal drought, contributing to a positive turnaround after a series of disappointing performances. The match, which saw Liverpool stop a streak of poor results, was marked by a lack of action for long periods, highlighting the tension surrounding the team.

More than 670 poker machine venues in New South Wales will be required to close by 4am, as the state government ends exemptions that allowed extended hours for gambling. This decision is part of a broader initiative to address public health concerns related to gambling addiction and its societal impacts.

A recent study has revealed that young Australians aged 16 to 25 are experiencing a significant increase in suicide attempts, self-harming behaviors, and suicidal thoughts compared to previous generations. This alarming trend highlights a growing mental health crisis among Gen Z in Australia, with data indicating that even young children are reporting suicidal thoughts at an unprecedented rate.

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.