Capital city of Western Australia
Keith Newman, a British man, has been taken into custody after allegedly pushing an 18-year-old girl at Disney's Magic Kingdom in Orlando on February 20. Newman denies the shove, claiming she walked into his hand. He has pleaded not guilty and returned to the UK after bail. The victim's father condemns the act as inexcusable.
A 38-year-old man has died after a 4m white shark bit him while spearfishing near Horseshoe Reef, Rottnest Island, west of Perth. He was taken ashore but could not be revived. Police will prepare a coroner’s report; beaches remain open as authorities urge extra water caution.
A round-up of recent corporate earnings shows Mitie, SSE, Calnex and others reporting expanding profits or solid growth, while Nvidia dominates AI-driven markets; analysts highlight continued investment and strategic shifts as firms navigate inflation and energy transition costs.
England has tightened its grip in a weather-impacted Test against New Zealand, but rain threatens a decisive finish. New Zealand is 55 for five chasing 199, with Phillips and Conway offering brief resistance in a day interrupted by showers.
A 35-year-old man has died after a shark bite while spearfishing near Michaelmas Island off Albany, Western Australia. A 4.5-metre shark was sighted in the area. Authorities urge caution and remind the public of beach closures as shark activity is monitored.
A nine-year-old Australian girl, Hania Ahmed, has been killed and her father and brother injured after Pakistani police opened fire on a rental car, mistaking it for robbers in Chakwal, Punjab. Authorities say officers intervened during a robbery, and an officer has been arrested. Australia demands a transparent investigation.
Qantas has unveiled modified A350-1000ULR jets for ultra-long direct routes from Sydney to London and New York. The airline plans to start selling tickets in February and launch flights in October 2027, aiming to cut travel time and boost premium cabins. The planes feature extra fuel tanks and a four-cabin layout, with a focus on passenger health and comfort over journeys up to 22 hours.
Australia has recorded H5N1 avian influenza in migratory seabirds on the mainland and in sub‑Antarctic territories. Authorities have confirmed cases in Western Australia and South Australia and are testing further suspected detections in New South Wales. Surveillance, farm biosecurity and public reporting have increased while officials say there is no evidence the virus has reached poultry or caused mass mortalities on the mainland.
Since late June, civil aviation has faced several safety scares: a JetBlue A321 has reported a collision with a drone near JFK and landed safely; a United and a helicopter pilot have reported near-misses with unmanned aircraft near Newark and Manhattan; Delta 1076 reported a firework strike during descent into Chicago Midway; and LOT Polish Airlines flight 155 emitted a false hijack transponder code and was escorted to Burgas before authorities blamed a transponder error.
The National Park Service is removing mountain goats from the Tetons after a three-year effort to protect native bighorn sheep. Park officials say nonnative goats pose disease risks and compete for habitat, prompting ongoing removal by specialized contractors as rangers engage the public in reporting sightings.
Scottish supporters have carried their World Cup run into Miami, turning Ocean Drive and local bars into a showcase of kilts, bagpipes and Saltire flags as Brazil loom in the next game. The crowd's energy has warmed locals and surprised officials alike.
Australian riders remain in the top 10 of the Giro d’Italia, with Hindley in third and Harper climbing to the Top 10 by stage 11. O’Connor and Storer are also in strong positions as the race progresses toward Rome; Vingegaard leads and the field fights for stage-and-podium opportunities.
An Australian man, Simon Peter Carman, has been charged with murder after the body of 17-year-old Tunchanok Donhomla was found in a suitcase near Pattaya railway tracks. Authorities say he denies the charges, claiming self-defence, while Thai police investigate possible links to two other suitcase deaths in the region. The case has sparked consular involvement and heavy local attention.
Ireland has beaten Australia before and aims to start the Nations Championship strongly with matches against Japan and New Zealand on the horizon. Joe Schmidt bows out to Les Kiss with Australia eyeing a home World Cup in 2027 as Andy Farrell seeks a return victory in Sydney.