Bobsled Bree in shaky start to campaign

UK doctor who led gender healthcare review says children ‘weaponised’ by social media

The expert who led the review into children’s gender healthcare says young people have been “weaponised” and misled about the realities of transitioning by social media. Hilary Cass, a doctor, whose review of National Health Service (NHS) gender care for under-18s led to sweeping changes including a ban on puberty blockers, welcomed the draft published by Britain’s Department for Education earlier this week but accepted it is impossible for it to be “completely foolproof”. Baroness Cass told the...

Gabriela stages One Billion Rising protest vs violence, corruption

MANILA, Philippines — On Valentines’ Day, the national women’s alliance Gabriela spearheaded the “Dance, Run, Protest: One Billion Rising (OBR) Philippines 2026” at the University of the Philippines Diliman, to speak out against gender-based violence, corruption, and authoritarianism. Carrying the theme “Women Rise Against VAW, Corruption, and Fascism,” the event combined a mass dance, advocacy

Taylor challenges Albanese to work together on big spending cuts

The opposition leader and his deputy Jane Hume have acknowledged they made mistakes as the party’s economic team at the last election.

Higher GST, lower income tax? The major shake-up urged to lift Australia’s economy

The IMF is upbeat about Australia’s economic future. But it believes treasurer should embrace tax cuts in budget.

Breaking: Matt Graham wins bronze at dual moguls

Why are experts sounding the alarm on AI risks?

AI is advancing in rapid and unpredictable ways but there is no joint framework to keep it in check, experts say.