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The El Niño event has strengthened, with models predicting it could peak as the strongest on record. Scientists warn this will push global temperatures higher this year and into 2027, while Atlantic Niña patterns could curb Atlantic storms. The Guardian, New York Post and The Guardian report on forecasted extremes and regional impacts.
The 30-year-old entertainer, Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos, faces six counts of sexual penetration without consent, three counts of assault occasioning bodily harm and one count of choking in a September 2024 Perth hotel incident. The accuser, aged 20 at the time, is unnamed. Barrientos has testified he did not slap or choke the woman, acknowledging bite marks and describing a “love bite” while denying coercion. The jury is deliberating after closing statements.
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.
New Zealand has confirmed its first mainland detection of H5 bird flu after a brown skua found on Petone beach has tested positive. Authorities have said there is no evidence of mass mortality or poultry infection, but surveillance and a targeted vaccination programme for endangered captive birds have been activated as officials monitor wild populations.
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 has been charged with the murder of 17-year-old Thunchanok Donhomla in Pattaya, Thailand. The body was found in a suitcase near railway tracks. Police say he denies the charges, claiming self-defence, while investigators consider potential links to two similar suitcase deaths in the region. Consular matters are under way.
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.
Australian and Indian leaders have confirmed the Melbourne Renegades versus Perth Scorchers game in Chennai on December 12, marking the first Big Bash League match to be played outside Australia. The event is part of a broader Australia-India festival, with broadcast plans in place and discussions of expanding the league’s footprint.
England faces India in a decisive bilateral ODI as they attempt to rebound from a World Cup semi-final loss. The series emphasizes England’s unknowns in the 50-over format while India’s veteran lineup tests England’s bowling and middle-order resilience.
In Australia, Pauline Hanson has faced swift criticism from domestic-violence experts and advocates after labelling domestic violence a “two-way street.” The comments are being challenged as harmful, with activists highlighting the dangers of victim-blaming and the gendered nature of abuse. The discourse expands across SBS, The Guardian and the BBC as politicians respond.