Sydney Police Stop Violent Plot Amid Bondi Beach Shooting Fallout; PM Albanese Vows to Fight Extremism

December 18, 2025

Sydney Police Stop Violent Plot Amid Bondi Beach Shooting Fallout; PM Albanese Vows to Fight Extremism

Sydney police arrested seven men after stopping a planned violent act. They found no link to the Bondi Beach shooting. Prime Minister Albanese promises tough new laws to end antisemitism and hate speech.

M23 Rebels Begin Withdrawing From Uvira City in DR Congo Amid US Pressure

December 18, 2025

M23 Rebels Begin Withdrawing From Uvira City in DR Congo Amid US Pressure

Rebel group M23 says it has started leaving Uvira, a key city in DR Congo, promising full withdrawal by Thursday. The move follows US pressure after a peace deal. But the DR Congo government doubts the claim, asking for proof as some rebel police remain in the city.

Thailand bombs logistics centre near Poipet as deadly border clashes continue

December 18, 2025

Thailand bombs logistics centre near Poipet as deadly border clashes continue

Thailand bombed a logistics centre near Cambodia's Poipet border town in ongoing violent clashes. The attack targeted rocket storage amid fighting that killed dozens and displaced thousands.

Family of Matilda from Bondi Shooting Calls for Love, Not Anger

December 18, 2025

Family of Matilda from Bondi Shooting Calls for Love, Not Anger

Matilda, 10, was the youngest victim of the Bondi Beach shooting. Her family urges the public to remember her happiness and spread love, not anger, after the attack that killed 15 people.

Yamuna Expressway Pile-Up Kills 19, DNA Tests Underway to ID Victims

December 18, 2025

Yamuna Expressway Pile-Up Kills 19, DNA Tests Underway to ID Victims

A tragic crash on Yamuna Expressway in Mathura claimed 19 lives. Four victims identified, others confirmed by DNA. Around 90 injured, special safety rules ordered.