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Shark attack at Coogee Beach leaves woman critically injured; beaches closed
A 35-year-old woman suffered critical injuries to her left leg and arms after a shark attack at Coogee Beach in Sydney’s eastern suburbs on June 13, 2026, around 11:00 AM. The attack occurred approxim...
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- A 35-year-old woman suffered critical arm and leg injuries in a shark attack at Coogee Beach on June 13, 2026, around 11:00–11:15 AM.
- The woman was swimming approximately 30 meters offshore when the attack occurred.
- Emergency services, including NSW Ambulance, police, and lifeguards, responded to the scene, with off-duty doctors and lifeguards applying tourniquets before she was transported to St Vincent’s Hospital.
Thailand's Princess Bajrakitiyabha dies after prolonged coma, sparking national mourning and succession questions
Thailand’s Princess Bajrakitiyabha, affectionately known as Princess Bha, died on June 12, 2026, at age 47 after nearly four years in a coma following a heart-related collapse in December 2022. Her de...
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- Princess Bajrakitiyabha (known as Princess Bha) died on Thursday, June 12, 2026, at age 47 after nearly four years in a coma
- She collapsed on December 14, 2022, while training her dogs in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, and was hospitalized with heart problems
- Her funeral procession took place on Saturday, June 14, 2026, from Chulalongkorn Hospital to the Grand Palace in Bangkok
David Hockney, influential British artist, dies at 88
David Hockney, the revolutionary British artist known for his iconic swimming pool paintings and groundbreaking experiments with perspective, photography, and digital art, died at age 88. Born in Brad...
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- David Hockney died at age 88 (born July 9, 1937, in Bradford, England)
- Hockney was born in Bradford, England, and spent much of his life in the US, particularly Los Angeles
- Hockney’s painting *Portrait of an Artist (Pool with Two Figures)* (1972) sold for $90.3 million (£70.2m) at Christie’s in 2018, a record for a living artist at the time
Jon Ossoff's rise as a potential 2028 Democratic presidential candidate and his tough stance on Trump
Two Australian news outlets, SMH and THEAGE, are covering Jon Ossoff’s emergence as a potential Democratic presidential candidate in 2028, highlighting his recent viral speech in Atlanta where he shar...
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- Jon Ossoff is a 39-year-old Democratic senator from Georgia running for re-election in 2026, the only Democratic senator up for re-election in a state Trump won in 2024.
- Ossoff delivered a blistering speech on June 10, 2026, at the Tabernacle in downtown Atlanta criticizing Trump’s corruption, social media activity, and self-aggrandizement, which went viral on social and traditional media.
- Ossoff referenced Trump’s 52 posts and reposts within six hours, including an AI-generated image of Trump’s face carved into Mount Rushmore, during his speech.
US restricts foreign access to Anthropic’s AI models amid national security concerns
The US government ordered Anthropic to suspend foreign access to its advanced AI models, Fable 5 and Mythos 5, on June 13, 2026, citing national security concerns related to a potential 'jailbreaking'...
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- The US government ordered Anthropic to suspend access to its Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models for all foreign nationals, citing national security concerns.
- Anthropic received the export control directive on June 13, 2026, from the US government, which did not provide specific details about the national security concern.
- The US Commerce Department issued the export control directive to restrict access to Fable 5 and Mythos 5 for foreign nationals.
Court orders removal of Trump’s name from Kennedy Center facade after legal battle
A federal judge ruled that Donald Trump’s name was illegally added to the Kennedy Center’s facade, as only Congress can change the venue’s name, which was designated as a memorial to President John F....
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- US District Judge Christopher Cooper ruled on May 29, 2026, that Donald Trump’s name was illegally added to the Kennedy Center and ordered its removal by June 13, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
- The Kennedy Center’s board, hand-picked by Trump, voted unanimously in December 2025 to rename the venue ‘The Donald J Trump and The John F Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts’ and physically added Trump’s name to the facade.
- Judge Cooper ruled that only Congress can change the Kennedy Center’s name, as it was designated by Congress in 1964 as a memorial to President John F. Kennedy.
Switzerland votes on 10 million population cap referendum
Switzerland is voting on June 14, 2026, on a far-right proposal to cap its population at 10 million by 2050, a first-of-its-kind measure globally. The Swiss People’s Party (SVP) argues uncontrolled im...
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- Switzerland will vote on June 14, 2026, on a referendum to cap its population at 10 million by 2050
- The proposal is backed by the far-right Swiss People’s Party (SVP), the largest party in Switzerland’s parliament since 1999
- Switzerland’s population grew from 7.2 million (2001) to 9.1 million (2026), with ~80% of growth driven by immigration
Reader letters on travel mishaps, airline policies, and personal experiences
Both articles from THEAGE and SMH on June 13, 2026, feature a collection of reader letters addressing travel-related frustrations and experiences. A recurring theme is airline baggage policies, partic...
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- Helen Russell from Leichhardt, NSW was fined $75 by Jetstar for being 2 kilograms over cabin baggage weight limit on June 13, 2026
- A letter from Chris Jack of Dee Why, NSW argues baggage weight limits exist for aircraft load balance, overhead locker capacity, and baggage-handler safety
- A letter from Tanya J of Randwick, NSW references Rod Grierson’s attitude to overweight people and suggests reading Aubrey Gordon’s book *What we don’t talk about when we talk about fat*
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey denied Canada visa for World Cup opener; other World Cup stories
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey, facing multiple rape charges in London, was denied entry to Canada and will miss Ghana’s World Cup opener against Panama in Toronto on June 13, 2026. Both ABC and the G...
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- Thomas Partey (32) will not play in Ghana’s World Cup opener against Panama in Toronto on June 13, 2026, due to Canada refusing his visa application.
- Partey is awaiting trial in London on multiple charges of rape (five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault in July 2025, plus two additional rape charges in February 2026).
- Ghana’s next match is against England on June 23, 2026, in Foxborough, Massachusetts, where Partey will be eligible to play.
US DOJ approves $111bn Paramount-Warner Bros Discovery merger amid regulatory hurdles
The US Justice Department approved the $111 billion merger between Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros Discovery on June 13, 2026, after an eight-month investigation involving over 2 million documents....
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- The US Justice Department approved the $111 billion merger of Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros Discovery on June 13, 2026, after an eight-month review.
- The DOJ reviewed over 2 million documents from 80 custodians and concluded the merger is unlikely to harm competition in streaming, linear TV, or film production.
- David Ellison, CEO of Paramount Skydance, is the son of Larry Ellison, a major donor to US President Donald Trump.
Australia's upcoming El Niño weather event and its potential impacts
Australia is preparing for an El Niño weather event, which follows a prolonged La Niña period from 2020 to 2022. The Bureau of Meteorology and other agencies have confirmed the event, marking the firs...
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- Australia is experiencing its first El Niño event since spring 2023
- El Niño historically brings hotter, drier conditions to Australia's east coast
- The Bureau of Meteorology and other agencies have confirmed the El Niño event
US strike kills Venezuelan gang leader Niño Guerrero; Trump claims coordination with Venezuela
US President Donald Trump announced on June 13, 2026, that the US military killed Héctor Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, alias Niño Guerrero, the leader of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, in a target...
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- Donald Trump announced the US military killed Héctor Rusthenford Guerrero Flores (alias Niño Guerrero), leader of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, in a 'kinetic strike' directed by the US Southern Command.
- The strike was claimed to be coordinated 'closely with our friends in Venezuela' by Trump, though no Venezuelan official has confirmed the strike.
- Niño Guerrero was charged in a New York federal court in December 2025 with racketeering conspiracy, lending support to terrorists, and other crimes spanning over a decade.
US-Iran ceasefire deal negotiations and conflicting claims over agreement status
On June 12, 2026, US President Donald Trump announced the cancellation of planned airstrikes on Iran, claiming a 'great settlement' had been reached with Tehran to end a three-month war that has kille...
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- Donald Trump announced cancellation of a third day of US airstrikes on Iran on June 12, 2026, citing progress in negotiations
- Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated that while parts of the text under negotiation have been finalised, no final decision has been reached by Iran
- The Strait of Hormuz is a key issue in negotiations, with Trump claiming it would officially open 'as soon as we sign' the agreement
Kane Williamson retires from international cricket after 16-year career
Kane Williamson announced his retirement from international cricket on June 12, 2026, midway through New Zealand’s Test series against England, ending a 16-year career as the country’s all-time leadin...
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- Kane Williamson retired from all international cricket with immediate effect on June 12, 2026, during the England Test series
- Williamson scored 19,346 runs across all formats, including 48 centuries, as New Zealand’s all-time leading run-scorer
- He played 110 Tests, scoring 9,515 runs at an average of 54.06, with 33 Test centuries (including a double-century on debut in 2010 against India in Ahmedabad)
NRL referee Ashley Klein admits $400k gambling addiction, NRL's response scrutinized
NRL referee Ashley Klein publicly admitted to a gambling addiction involving horse and greyhound racing, with losses reaching up to $400,000, though he insisted it never affected his work. Both ABC an...
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- Ashley Klein confirmed he battled a gambling addiction involving horse and greyhound racing, losing up to $400,000.
- Klein stated his gambling was not related to rugby league betting and did not impact his refereeing work.
- The NRL first became aware of Klein’s gambling issues in 2019 and investigated, finding no breaches of NRL rules or policies.
South Korea and Mexico win opening World Cup matches in Group A
South Korea and Mexico both secured opening wins in World Cup Group A, with South Korea defeating Czechia 2-1 in Guadalajara and Mexico beating South Africa 2-0 in Mexico City. South Korea rallied fro...
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- South Korea defeated Czechia 2-1 in their World Cup opener
- Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in their World Cup opener
- South Korea scored their goals through Hwang In-beom (equalizer) and Oh Hyeon-gyu (winner)
SpaceX's record-breaking IPO and Elon Musk becoming world's first trillionaire
SpaceX made history on June 12, 2026, with the largest initial public offering (IPO) ever, debuting on the Nasdaq at a $135 share price that quickly surged to $176, valuing the company at over $2 tril...
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- SpaceX's IPO began trading on June 12, 2026, with a starting share price of $150, later reaching a high of $176 and closing at $160, valuing the company at over $2 trillion.
- SpaceX raised $75 billion from selling 555.6 million shares at $135 per share, with an additional 83.3 million shares available via over-allotment, potentially raising up to $86 billion.
- Elon Musk became the world's first trillionaire following SpaceX's IPO, with his net worth estimated at $1.1 trillion at market close on June 12, 2026.
Yesterday
One Nation fundraiser moved in Melbourne due to protests
One Nation’s Melbourne fundraiser, originally scheduled for June 12, 2026, at Giorgio Casa in Moonee Ponds, was cancelled after anti-racism protesters planned demonstrations. The event, featuring Paul...
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- One Nation fundraiser was originally scheduled at Giorgio Casa, an Italian restaurant in Moonee Ponds, Melbourne, on June 12, 2026, at 6:25 PM (approx.)
- Victoria Police confirmed the venue cancelled the event but were not aware of any threats made against the venue
- Pauline Hanson and Barnaby Joyce were set to speak at the event, which was billed as an 'exclusive evening ... and networking event'
Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire after SpaceX IPO
Elon Musk became the world's first trillionaire in June 2026 after SpaceX's record-breaking Nasdaq IPO, propelling his net worth to over $1 trillion. Both articles agree on the scale of his wealth, wh...
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- Elon Musk became the world's first trillionaire following SpaceX's debut on the Nasdaq exchange in June 2026.
- SpaceX's IPO is described as the biggest stock market float in history by an order of magnitude.
- Musk's net worth is estimated to surpass $1 trillion, with $1,000,000,000,000 in US dollars.
UK Labour government crisis over defence spending and resignations
The UK Labour government is facing a severe crisis after John Healey, the defence secretary, resigned on June 12, 2026, accusing Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Chancellor Rachel Reeves of failing to ...
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- John Healey resigned as UK defence secretary on June 12, 2026, accusing Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Chancellor Rachel Reeves of failing to secure adequate defence funding
- Al Carns, the armed forces minister, also resigned on June 12, 2026, criticizing the government’s defence investment plan (Dip) as 'unfit for purpose'
- The UK government’s defence spending is set to rise from 2.6% of GDP in 2026 to 2.68% by 2030, according to Healey’s resignation letter, far below the 3% target for 2030 and 3.5% by 2035