Western Australia’s 900km fishing ban is driving seafood prices higher as the state halts demersal fishing to rebuild stocks and safeguard marine life.

Australia begins enforcing a national social media ban for users under 16 from December 10, compelling platforms like Meta and TikTok to verify user ages.

Melbourne recorded its wettest day in a year as severe storms brought flooding, power outages, and widespread damage to Werribee and Hoppers Crossing.

María Corina Machado wins 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her nonviolent fight for democracy and civil rights in Venezuela amid ongoing political repression.