Tensions rise in Iran as officials warn of military readiness while pro-government demonstrators flood streets, internet remains restricted.

Apple is set to use Google’s Gemini AI for its revamped Siri, strengthening Alphabet’s role in the AI assistant market.

European defence chief says any US seizure of Greenland would shatter NATO and devastate transatlantic relations.

Paramount files lawsuit seeking Netflix deal details, plans board challenge as takeover battle for Warner Bros intensifies.

Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney visits Beijing to reset strained Canada-China ties and diversify trade beyond US dependence.

US president Trump says any nation doing business with Iran will face immediate 25% tariffs on all trade.

US State Department says thousands of student and specialised workers visas revoked following law enforcement encounters as deportations intensify nationwide.

The BBC is moving to dismiss Donald Trump’s $5bn defamation lawsuit over the editing of his January 6 speech

Trump posted a mock Wikipedia image naming himself Venezuela’s “acting president,” amid disputed claims and rising diplomatic and economic tensions.

WEF warns artificial intelligence will drive both advanced cyber defences and more sophisticated attacks worldwide in 2026.

Iran threatens retaliation on US if it launches attack as protests enter a third week and deadly crackdowns continue nationwide.

President Donald Trump weighs military options as Iran protests intensify, with rights groups reporting hundreds killed in a widening crackdown.

Federal prosecutors investigate Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell amid intensifying tensions with President Donald Trump over interest rates.

Malaysia and Indonesia block Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot, citing risks of sexually explicit deepfakes involving women and children.

US military conducts large-scale airstrikes on Islamic State targets in Syria following deadly attack on American forces.

A senior Google employee in London tells tribunal she faces redundancy after whistleblowing on sexual harassment by a senior manager.

Raging bushfires kill one person, destroy 300 buildings and force evacuations as Victoria declares a state of emergency.

Pope Leo says surrogacy violates the dignity of child and mother, calls for rejection of practices that exploit human life.

Oil climbs over two per cent as unrest in Iran, war escalation in Russia and Venezuela tensions stoke supply concerns.

Trump insists Washington must act to control Greenland to deter Russia and China amid strong rejection from Greenland and allies.