First Thing: Trump backs G7 statement on Iran deal as domestic criticism grows
Republicans question details of deal set to be signed later in the week as European leaders seek to join talks. Plus: can we refreeze the Arctic?Good ...
Police failed to act on repeated warnings about a violent man before he killed a toddler. But that’s not the most shocking thing about this case
The Mason Lee case was not an anomaly. Queensland’s police and coronial systems work as designed – and that’s the core of the current crisisNine month...
First Thing: Trump promises ‘great things’ for Middle East and claims Iran deal ‘all signed’
The US president says Iran will not obtain nuclear weapons, ‘which is what it was all about’. Plus, how AI could help botanists combat the extinction ...
US and Iran reach framework peace deal to end war | First Thing
Trump says strait of Hormuz to reopen as part of imminent agreement. Plus, best pictures from historic NBA night for New YorkGood morning.The US and I...
Ciara Says "Sexiest Thing" About Russell Wilson Is Him Being a Dad
Ciara is feeling love, sex and magic seeing her husband Russell Wilson as a dad.
The "Love Sex Magic" singer—who shares Sienna Princess Wilson, 9, Win...
US-Iran peace deal remains elusive as choice of US targets draws legal questions | First Thing
Trump claims strikes called off as deal is close, but Tehran denies agreement near, while legal experts question if US targets may be a war crime. Plu...
US and Iran trade fire after Trump threatens Tehran over stalled talks | First Thing
Iran says US attacks make ceasefire ‘practically meaningless’. Plus, Trump says ‘I love the inflation’ when asked about jump to 4.2%Good morning.Has t...
US and Iran exchange fire as Vance says deal could be months away | First Thing
Vice-president says he expects war to end in a week or few months with ‘a deal that is good for US economically’. Plus, get ready for start of Fifa me...
First Thing: Zelenskyy says he told Trump that Putin was ‘playing games’ with Washington
In an exclusive interview, Ukraine’s president says he believes the war will be won when Russian society feels its impact. Plus, why California’s elec...
Netanyahu orders Iran strikes despite Trump claiming ‘I call all the shots’ | First Thing
Direct exchange of fire between warring nations in apparent defiance of Trump was in response to an Israeli attack on Beirut, and breaks April’s cease...
Every Brilliant Thing in Daniel Radcliffe's Private World
Daniel Radcliffe is grateful for every brilliant thing in his life.Of course, this includes his 3-year-old son with partner Erin Darke."My list of bri...
Bondi distances herself from botched release of Epstein files | First Thing
Former attorney general said expected replacement, Todd Blanche, had been in charge of controversial process. Plus: why are 80% of US consumers angry?...
Trump announces Israel-Lebanon ceasefire as House passes war powers resolution | First Thing
Lebanese government agrees ceasefire but Israeli drone strikes continue. Plus the story of the man who launched Cuba’s first independent magazineGood ...
First Thing: Race for California governor deadlocked as primary results across the US pour in
Mixed picture emerges from primary races across the US, as Trump’s pick fails in Iowa. Plus: Jill Biden opens up about her husband’s decision to drop ...
Lego’s Smart Play Pokémon can train and battle, but don’t do the one thing I wish they could
When Lego announced its tech-packed Smart Bricks at CES, we were impressed by the potential - enough to give it our Best in Show award. But when the f...
First Thing: Defense department bars reporters from Pentagon press room
Spokesperson claims Trump administration has ‘the most transparent war department in history’ despite ban on journalists using Pentagon facility. Also...
First Thing: Trump tells critics to ‘sit back and relax’ as Iran claims to target US base
US says it struck Iranian military sites at the weekend, as Iran targets an airbase used by the US to attack southern IranGood morning, Martin Belam h...
Jim Chalmers says fewer homes selling at auction may be a ‘good thing’ for first-time buyers
Auction success hit a new low for the year on the last Saturday in May, with just 54.5% of homes soldFollow our Australia news live blog for latest up...
First Thing: Nato ready to defend ‘every inch’ of territory as Russian drone hits Romania
Mark Rutte says Moscow’s ‘reckless behaviour is a danger to us all’ after drone hit apartments during attack on Ukraine. Plus, Paul McCartney on how o...
Trump threatens to ‘blow up’ US ally Oman if it does not ‘behave’ over strait of Hormuz | First Thing
President makes comments after reports Iran and Oman have discussed jointly charging a toll for ships. Plus, how ‘balcony solar’ could help fight risi...
First Thing: Trump-backed Ken Paxton ousts John Cornyn in Texas primary
Paxton’s win, despite his history of scandals, signals the president’s enduring grip over the state. Plus, one sex educator on why she doesn’t define ...
First Thing: Huge climate cost of emissions from US immigration enforcement flights
Trump’s mass deportation campaign is accelerating the climate crisis. Plus, US students on why they booed their pro-AI graduation speakersGood morning...
US and Iran inch closer to peace deal as Trump faces criticism from GOP hawks | First Thing
US president says he is not rushing into a deal after proposed plan to end war prompts Republican backlash. Plus, mood in Russia turns against PutinDo...
Progressive Democrats criticize 2024 election autopsy for silence on Gaza | First Thing
The 192-page report does not mention Gaza or Joe Biden’s age. Plus, is the world heading for another Ebola crisis?Good morning.On Thursday, the Democr...
First Thing: US indicts former Cuban president Raúl Castro as it seeks to oust regime
Charges filed against Raúl Castro for allegedly shooting down planes in 1996. Plus, US employers spend more than $1.5bn a year to fight labor unionsGo...
First Thing: Trump critic Thomas Massie defeated in Kentucky Republican House primary
Seven-term incumbent had spoken out against Iran war, government spending and Jeffrey Epstein files. Plus, Trump’s ‘board of peace’ receives just $23m...
