France to impose new curfews as authorities seek to restore order after riots

As curfews expand across France, questions are growing over what comes next. [...]

Alberta says 'yes' to Canada, rejects separation drive

It was dubbed Canada's Brexit. But Alberta has voted a resounding 'no' to independence. [...]

Japan is exploring a tiny moon near Mars. What they find could change everything

The mission will aim to collate evidence of how Mars and its moons formed. [...]

Helen Haines is a nurse, grandmother, MP and 'the best of all of us'

Tributes have flowed in for the "loved and respected" independent member who is in a critical condition in hospital. [...]

Review finds Kumanjayi Little Baby subject to 'extensive failings'

Despite 14 notices across six years, the Northern Territory government failed to complete a risk assessment for the child. [...]

Pregnancy discrimination remains widespread in Australian workplaces

Many Australian women are still being penalised at work for pregnancy. [...]

US to host historic deep-sea mining auction in the Pacific, despite strong local opposition

Donald Trump has called deep-sea mining in the region a 'core' US interest. Locals and environmental groups reject that. [...]

Wet weather expected to peak later in the week in soaked state

Some areas of the state have already recorded more than 100mm of rain. [...]

Louvre closed and curfews imposed as France cracks down after protest violence

The French government has not ruled out the possibility of imposing of a state of emergency. [...]

Family of man who allegedly attacked Helen Haines knew MP for 20 years — as it happened

Independent MP Helen Haines was struck by a vehicle in Wangaratta on Monday, in what authorities say was a deliberate attack. [...]

Helen Haines remains critical as man charged with Commonwealth offence

A 43-year-old man has been charged in connection with an alleged attack on MP Helen Haines and is expected to appear in court. [...]

Israel arrests 10 after settler attacks on US photographer and French mayor

The recent high-profile injuries and rising international scrutiny prompted Israel to make the rare move of policing settler violence. [...]