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Family's 50-Year Water Bomb War on New Year's Eve

For nearly five decades, the Shea family of Fremantle, Western Australia, has waged an epic, environmentally costly water balloon battle every New Year's Eve. Discover the rules, raids, and legacy of their chaotic tradition.

West Ham Told to Steer Clear of Chelsea's Disasi

West Ham United have been linked with a move for Chelsea's Axel Disasi, but a key update from Fabrizio Romano suggests the deal is fraught with risk. Find out why the Hammers should look elsewhere.

Sydney to Hobart Race Forecast: Cold, Wet, Bumpy Start

The 2024 Sydney to Hobart yacht race is set for a cold, wet, and bumpy start with strong southerly winds, while Western Australia faces a cyclone and extreme fire danger. Read the latest forecast and tributes.

Australia's Christmas Day Weather Forecast 2025

Australians face a turbulent Christmas Day with extreme heat in the west, severe storms in the east, and a cyclone threat in the north. Plan your festive day with the latest official forecasts.

Russian General Killed in Moscow Car Bomb Attack

Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov assassinated in southern Moscow. Russia's investigative committee suggests Ukrainian intelligence orchestrated the blast. Read the latest developments.

Car Bomb Kills Russian General Near Kremlin

Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov assassinated in a car bomb attack just miles from the Kremlin. Analysis suggests Ukraine is signalling its resolve to the US amid peace talks. Read the latest.

Putin Ally Killed in Moscow Car Bomb Attack

Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov, a senior Russian military figure, has died after a car bomb exploded in Moscow. Read the latest details on the attack and the investigation.

Russian General Killed in Moscow Car Bomb Blast

Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov was killed by a car bomb in Moscow. Russian investigators are probing potential Ukrainian intelligence involvement. Read the latest details.

Economists call for Sri Lanka debt halt after cyclone

Over 120 leading economists, including Nobel winner Joseph Stiglitz, demand immediate suspension of Sri Lanka's debt repayments following catastrophic Cyclone Ditwah, which killed 600 and destroyed thousands of homes.

Parliament Bomb Scare Over Box of MP's Christmas Cards

A major security alert at the Houses of Parliament was triggered by a box of undelivered Christmas cards for minister Miatta Fahnbulleh. Bomb disposal robots were deployed before the all-clear was given.

MP's Christmas cards cause Westminster bomb scare

A box of unsent Christmas cards from MP Miatta Fahnbulleh triggered a major security alert at Parliament, deploying a bomb disposal robot and shutting down the area. Read the full story.

Capitol Pipe Bomb Suspect to Appear in Court

Brian Cole Jr, arrested for the 2021 US Capitol pipe bomb plot, makes his first court appearance. Facing 20 years, his case revisits the January 6th insurrection. Read the latest details.

Suspect arrested in 2021 Capitol pipe bomb case

US authorities have confirmed the arrest of a suspect, Brian Cole, for pipe bombs planted outside Democratic and Republican HQs on January 5, 2021. Read the latest on the Capitol attack investigation.

Asia Floods: 1,300+ Dead in Cyclone Disaster

Cyclones and extreme weather have killed over 1,300 people across Sri Lanka, Indonesia, and Thailand. Rescue efforts continue as hundreds remain missing. Read the latest updates.

Sri Lanka Floods: 400 Dead, International Aid Arrives

Cyclone Ditwah has killed over 400 in Sri Lanka, devastating homes. As families face the emotional and physical toll, India and Pakistan send helicopters and cargo planes to assist with rescue and recovery.

UK Women Stranded in Sri Lanka Cyclone Landslides

Two London women are stranded without food or water in Sri Lanka's tea mountains after Cyclone Ditwah-triggered landslides. Their daughter criticises the UK Foreign Office's lack of evacuation plan. Read more.

Sri Lankans Relive Devastation of Cyclone Ditwah

Residents of Sri Lanka's east coast describe the terror of Cyclone Ditwah, which killed 14 and displaced thousands. Read their harrowing stories and the ongoing recovery efforts.

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