European governments are urging restraint in the U.S.–Israel confrontation with Iran, balancing alliances with Washington, regional stability concerns, and fears of wider economic and security consequences.
Qatar’s energy minister warns that ongoing Middle East conflict could halt Gulf energy exports in weeks, potentially driving oil prices toward $150 per barrel.
Flood warnings have been issued for Dandenong Creek and the Bunyip River in Victoria after sustained rainfall raised concerns about rising water levels and possible local flooding.
AI has helped archaeologists uncover 303 new Nazca geoglyphs, turning decades‑long searches into faster, richer discoveries of ancient desert designs.
A proposed coal mine expansion in Queensland has entered federal environmental assessment, with potential for 720 jobs but scrutiny over habitat clearing and impacts on threatened species.
Conflict in the Middle East is tightening global fuel supplies, leaving some farmers facing diesel shortages and rising costs that threaten the pace of agricultural work.
Neanderthals at Amud and Kebara prepared food differently, revealing culturally shared culinary practices and complex approaches to meals tens of thousands of years ago.
A predawn explosion at a nightclub in Trujillo, Peru, injured 33 people, including minors, highlighting the growing shadow of organized crime and extortion across the La Libertad region.
Salt left on ancient sea ice may have boosted Earth’s reflectivity, amplifying Snowball Earth glaciation and reinforcing the planet’s deep freeze hundreds of millions of years ago.
A new method using thermal imaging and high‑speed photography lets scientists identify individual birds migrating at night — revealing silent species and unseen flight patterns.
Australia weighs its alliance with the United States as tensions with Iran rise, with Prime Minister Albanese adopting a pragmatic approach amid debate over deeper involvement in the conflict.
A Siberian “ice mummy” from 2–2.5 kya has revealed stunning tattoos — from animals to mythical beasts — preserved by permafrost, shedding light on Iron Age art and culture.
Refinery fires in Iran after airstrikes highlight the widening Middle East conflict, as Australia considers helping defend Gulf countries amid growing concerns over regional security.
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Nepal’s government and citizens after the successful completion of elections, highlighting democratic participation and regional cooperation.
Venus’ near‑surface winds vary regionally, moderating temperature swings and influencing dust, revealing complexity in its atmosphere previously hidden from scientists.
NASA is preparing to release Northrop Grumman’s Cygnus cargo spacecraft from the International Space Station after it delivered more than 11,000 pounds of supplies and scientific equipment for Expedition 73.
U.S. and Estonian forces tested counter-drone technologies during the Digital Shield exercise in Estonia, aiming to improve detection, coordination, and rapid response to unmanned aerial threats.
A Christchurch bakery was fined $245,000 after a worker lost a finger in a machinery accident, with investigators finding the business had a history of safety concerns and failed to adequately protect workers.
Oil prices climbed above $90 per barrel as the Iran war heightened fears of supply disruptions, prompting global markets to factor geopolitical risk into energy prices.
Iran’s president apologized to neighboring Gulf countries after missile strikes crossed into their airspace, saying the incidents resulted from miscommunication during the ongoing regional conflict.
DART mission images show evidence of slow‑moving debris exchanged between the asteroid Didymos and its moon Dimorphos, revealing “cosmic snowballs” traversing space at gentle speeds.
HP New Zealand managing director Shannon Harris’ net worth reflects her long career in technology leadership, combining executive income, investments, and strategic career growth.
The National Hurling League match between Waterford and Tipperary was postponed following a bereavement connected to the Waterford panel, with a new fixture date expected later.
Trump called Iran the “loser of the Middle East” and warned of a possible major strike as tensions rise amid ongoing Israeli and U.S. operations against Iranian targets.