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Iran's grip on Strait of Hormuz 'not part of our planning', Israel ambassador says
Israeli ambassador Hillel Newman admits his country was surprised by the scope of Iran’s response to the Middle East war and that it did not expect Gulf states to be targeted in retaliation strikes. Source link
War hero to accused war criminal: Inside Ben Roberts-Smith's prosecution
Once celebrated as Australia’s most decorated living war hero, the looming prosecution of Ben Roberts-Smith is shaping up to be the next trial of the century. Source link
Trump threatens Iran with warships ahead of 'make-or-break' talks — as it happened
US Vice-President JD Vance is due to arrive in Pakistan as both sides level accusations of ceasefire breaches. Source link
A look at the sea mines Iran claims are in the Strait of Hormuz
Iran claims to have littered a central shipping passage in the Strait of Hormuz with sea mines, in a move analysts say could be a “coercive threat” to maintain its grip on the crucial waterway. Source link
You have likely heard about 'K-pop'. But what about 'P-pop'?
As one of the world’s largest music festivals gets underway this weekend, a pop group from the Philippines has made history. Source link
'It's a cutthroat business': Where Australia is sourcing oil right now
Australia is stitching together a steady supply of fuel through a patchwork of relationships. But how long can that last? Source link
Behind Canberra's political veil, the mood is grim
This is not over. The hard stuff is only just beginning. And it’s going to get bumpy, testing the nation’s resilience and its political leadership. Source link
'Cosplay is not consent': The rules of dressing up for conventions
Cosplayers say their hobby has had an astronomical rise in popularity over the past decade. While the subculture promotes “no limits” creativity, there are still strict rules. Source link
Debra Adelaide's best friend died by suicide. She wrote a novel about her
Debra Adelaide became friends with Gabrielle Carey when they were 12. After Carey died by suicide five decades later, Adelaide tried to address her unanswered questions in a novel. Source link
UK charity sues Prince Harry for defamation
Prince Harry co-founded Sentebale 20 years ago in honour of his late mother, Princess Diana, but now the organisation is suing him for defamation. Source link