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Australia news live: measles alert for Sydney; Bowen to start Cop31 role remotely

Australia news live: measles alert for Sydney; Bowen to start Cop31 role remotely

Follow updates liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia secures extra fertilizer and 100m extra litres of fuel, PM say…

Apr 16, 2026  •  The Guardian World
Middle East crisis live: UN chief calls for Israel-Lebanon ceasefire to be ‘fully’ respected as it comes into effect

Middle East crisis live: UN chief calls for Israel-Lebanon ceasefire to be ‘fully’ respected as it comes into effect

António Guterres welcomes truce and says through spokesperson he hopes halt in fighting will ‘pave the way for negotiations’Hello and welcome to our l…

Apr 16, 2026  •  The Guardian World
South Korea's runaway wolf finally captured after nine-day search

South Korea's runaway wolf finally captured after nine-day search

The search has been marked by twists and turns, gripping South Korea and even inspiring a meme coin.

Apr 16, 2026  •  BBC World News
Live Updates: Lebanon-Israel Cease-Fire Goes Into Effect

Live Updates: Lebanon-Israel Cease-Fire Goes Into Effect

It was unclear if the agreement between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Lebanese government was being honored. Hezbollah, the Iranian-backed…

Apr 16, 2026  •  NYTimes World
Australia fuel watch tracker: check current petrol and diesel prices, service station outages and shipments – in charts

Australia fuel watch tracker: check current petrol and diesel prices, service station outages and shipments – in charts

How much fuel does Australia have left today, and when could we run out? Track how much petrol and diesel prices have risen near you in Sydney, Melbou…

Apr 16, 2026  •  The Guardian World
Gunfire reported in Beirut as truce comes into effect – as it happened

Gunfire reported in Beirut as truce comes into effect – as it happened

This blog is now closed. Our live coverage continues hereIran has stopped all petrochemical exports to prioritise domestic supply and prevent shortage…

Apr 16, 2026  •  The Guardian World
‘Parent’s worst nightmare’: Sydney childcare worker faces 137 child abuse charges relating to multiple centres

‘Parent’s worst nightmare’: Sydney childcare worker faces 137 child abuse charges relating to multiple centres

Man initially charged in July but Australian federal police uncovered dozens more alleged offences after reviewing files on his devicesFollow our Aust…

Apr 16, 2026  •  The Guardian World
Why China Isn’t Pushing Iran to Accept U.S. Demands to End War

Why China Isn’t Pushing Iran to Accept U.S. Demands to End War

Despite the economic risks from the war, Beijing will likely stick to a hands-off approach. It is wary of being entangled in a conflict it opposed and…

Apr 16, 2026  •  NYTimes World
Albanese says no fuel restrictions in wake of massive Geelong refinery fire

Albanese says no fuel restrictions in wake of massive Geelong refinery fire

Prime minister says Corio refinery fire will not push Australia into stage 3 restrictions, despite reduced production of petrol, diesel and aviation f…

Apr 16, 2026  •  The Guardian World
Prince Harry and Meghan meet with survivors of Bondi terror attack

Prince Harry and Meghan meet with survivors of Bondi terror attack

Duke and Duchess of Sussex also met with emergency workers and Sydney Jewish Museum representatives on final day of Australia tripFollow our Australia…

Apr 16, 2026  •  The Guardian World
D4vd arrested on suspicion of killing teen girl whose body was found in his Tesla

D4vd arrested on suspicion of killing teen girl whose body was found in his Tesla

Musician, born David Anthony Burke, arrested in Los Angeles over the death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez, who went missing in 2024R&B singer D4vd has bee…

Apr 16, 2026  •  The Guardian World
Had a very good conversation with friend Modi: Trump

Had a very good conversation with friend Modi: Trump

Mr. Trump had called Mr. Modi on Tuesday (April 14, 2026) to discuss the bilateral relationship and share perspectives on the situation in West Asia

Apr 16, 2026  •  The Hindu (International)
Acting ICE director Todd Lyons will step down at the end of May, says DHS

Acting ICE director Todd Lyons will step down at the end of May, says DHS

Lyons, who led agency since March 2025, to resign after turbulent year carrying out Trump’s immigration agendaTodd Lyons, the acting director of US Im…

Apr 16, 2026  •  The Guardian World
Singer D4vd arrested in connection with death of missing teen girl

Singer D4vd arrested in connection with death of missing teen girl

The remains of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez were found in the singer's car last year.

Apr 16, 2026  •  BBC World News
Gabon opposition leader Bilie-By-Nze placed in pre-trial detention

Gabon opposition leader Bilie-By-Nze placed in pre-trial detention

Gabon’s main opposition leader and former prime minister Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze was placed in pre-trial detention Thursday night following his arre…

Apr 16, 2026  •  France 24 (English)
Manycore, one of Hangzhou’s ‘Six Little Dragons’, surges on Hong Kong IPO debut

Manycore, one of Hangzhou’s ‘Six Little Dragons’, surges on Hong Kong IPO debut

Manycore Tech, a design software developer hailed as one of Hangzhou’s “Six Little Dragons”, made its trading debut in Hong Kong on Friday, with share…

Apr 16, 2026  •  South China Morning Post (SCMP)
Progressive Democrat Analilia Mejia wins New Jersey special election for US House

Progressive Democrat Analilia Mejia wins New Jersey special election for US House

Victory means Democrats hold on to the 11th district seat in the House, where Republicans hold a thin majorityDemocrat Analilia Mejia won a New Jersey…

Apr 16, 2026  •  The Guardian World
Middle East war live: Lebanese army accuses Israel of ceasefire violations

Middle East war live: Lebanese army accuses Israel of ceasefire violations

A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, mediated by the US, went into effect at 5pm EST on Thursday. Lebanon's army soon after reported “acts o…

Apr 16, 2026  •  France 24 (English)
DNA analysis identifies members of Oregon family missing since 1958

DNA analysis identifies members of Oregon family missing since 1958

Authorities identified Kenneth and Barbara Martin and their daughter Barbie from remains in car in Columbia RiverDNA analysis has identified the remai…

Apr 16, 2026  •  The Guardian World
China’s AI firms scaled up on open-source models. The next phase may be different

China’s AI firms scaled up on open-source models. The next phase may be different

In China’s hyper-competitive and lucrative tech industry, releasing cutting-edge artificial intelligence models for free may seem counter-intuitive – …

Apr 16, 2026  •  South China Morning Post (SCMP)
Police target London phone-snatching gangs

Police target London phone-snatching gangs

Police in London are warning about phone-snatching gangs running rampant. NBC News’ Raf Sanchez details how thieves target their victims and what unde…

Apr 16, 2026  •  NBC News World
10-day Lebanon-Israel ceasefire begins after weeks of conflict

10-day Lebanon-Israel ceasefire begins after weeks of conflict

A ten-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel took effect on Friday as US President Donald Trump pushes for broader regional diplomacy, including a p…

Apr 16, 2026  •  France 24 (English)
Ukraine war briefing: €90bn EU loan for Ukraine to be released in second quarter

Ukraine war briefing: €90bn EU loan for Ukraine to be released in second quarter

EU economy commissioner says Iran war is feeding Russia’s war machine; Trump condemns massive strikes on Ukraine. What we know on day 1,513The EU expe…

Apr 16, 2026  •  The Guardian World
‘We Cannot Lose Sight of Ukraine.’ Europeans Promise More Aid to Kyiv.

‘We Cannot Lose Sight of Ukraine.’ Europeans Promise More Aid to Kyiv.

The focus in recent weeks has been on the conflict in Iran, but European leaders said it was crucial to keep aid flowing to Ukraine.

Apr 16, 2026  •  NYTimes World
Zohran Mamdani still making money from fleeting rap career, filings show

Zohran Mamdani still making money from fleeting rap career, filings show

New York mayor, ‘C-list rapper’ who went by Mr Cardamon and Young Cardamon, collected $1,643 in royalties last yearThe New York mayor Zohran Mamdani i…

Apr 16, 2026  •  The Guardian World
Suspect in 1982 Paris Jewish restaurant attack extradited to France

Suspect in 1982 Paris Jewish restaurant attack extradited to France

A suspect in the 1982 Paris Jewish restaurant attack that killed six people was extradited to France on Thursday by the Palestinian Authority. Hicham …

Apr 16, 2026  •  France 24 (English)
France to reimburse young women for reusable menstrual products

France to reimburse young women for reusable menstrual products

France announced Tuesday that it will expand access to sustainable menstrual products by reimbursing reusable cups and underwear for eligible young wo…

Apr 16, 2026  •  France 24 (English)
Hegseth Again Threatens Attacks on Iran’s Civilian Infrastructure

Hegseth Again Threatens Attacks on Iran’s Civilian Infrastructure

The U.S. blockade of shipments through the Strait of Hormuz would last “for as long as it takes,” the defense secretary said.

Apr 16, 2026  •  NYTimes World
V&A faces calls to become living wage employer on eve of Stratford opening

V&A faces calls to become living wage employer on eve of Stratford opening

Campaigners organise open letter to director demanding ‘fair day’s wage’ for all workers at V&A museumsA row over pay has broken out at the V&A before…

Apr 16, 2026  •  The Guardian World
1 in 6 Asia-Pacific firms faces credit pressure from Iran war energy shock, S&P says

1 in 6 Asia-Pacific firms faces credit pressure from Iran war energy shock, S&P says

One in every six Asia-Pacific companies would face credit pressure from a prolonged energy shock arising from the Middle East conflict, as they deal w…

Apr 16, 2026  •  South China Morning Post (SCMP)
10-Day Cease-Fire Between Israel and Lebanon Goes Into Effect

10-Day Cease-Fire Between Israel and Lebanon Goes Into Effect

The pause in the fighting between Israeli forces and Iranian-allied Hezbollah militants may help smooth the way to a peace deal between the U.S. and I…

Apr 16, 2026  •  NYTimes World
The cease-fire goes into effect after Israel and Hezbollah exchange fire.

The cease-fire goes into effect after Israel and Hezbollah exchange fire.

Israeli and Lebanese officials had confirmed they would implement the truce. Hezbollah acknowledged the cease-fire, but did not directly address wheth…

Apr 16, 2026  •  NYTimes World

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