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Despite the economic risks from the war, Beijing will likely stick to a hands-off approach. It is wary of being entangled in a conflict it opposed and has little sway over.

It was unclear if the agreement between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Lebanese government was being honored. Hezbollah, the Iranian-backed militia, acknowledged the temporary truce but did not say if it would abide by it.

The 21-year-old Houston-born singer, whose real name is David Burke, had been under a secret investigation by an LA County grand jury after a 14-year-old girl's decomposed body was found in his car.

President Donald Trump confirmed on Thursday that the leaders of Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire after officials met in Washington.

Netflix beat expectations for Q1 revenue and reported a big jump in earnings per share thanks in part to a termination fee related to its proposed WBD deal.

Asia-Pacific markets open lower Friday as an Israel-Lebanon ceasefire tempered risk appetite, even after Wall Street closed at fresh record highs.

Markets march on to new records as the warring sides in the Middle East come seem to move toward peace.

Oil prices fell after Donald Trump said Israel and Lebanon had agreed to a 10-day ceasefire following talks in Washington. 

President Donald Trump's latest prediction on the end of the war against Iran came hours after Israel announced a ceasefire with Lebanon.

Duke and duchess of Sussex also met with emergency workers and Sydney Jewish Museum representatives on final day of Australia tripPrince Harry and Meghan have met survivors of the Bondi beach terror attack as they wind up their Australian tour.The duke and duchess of Sussex are wrapping up their trip on Friday, making the most of the autumn sun with a Sydney Harbour boat ride alongside Invictus Australia representatives, before attending a Super Rugby Pacific match. Continue reading...

Follow updates liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia secures extra fertilizer and 100m extra litres of fuel, PM saysAlbanese has also provided an update on Australia’s talks with its allies in Asia to shore up imports of fuel and other goods affected by the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz.The advice that we have received today is that 80% of diesel production is continuing, 80% of aviation fuel is continuing, ongoing.It has been slowed down just slightly because of the circumstances which are there, but 60% of petrol production [is] proceeding today as well. Continue reading...

António Guterres welcomes truce and says through spokesperson he hopes halt in fighting will ‘pave the way for negotiations’Trump announces 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon after ‘excellent conversations’Iran has stopped all petrochemical exports to prioritise domestic supply and prevent shortages of raw materials, Reuters reported.The state-owned National Petrochemical Company ordered firms to suspend exports until further notice. Continue reading...

Musician, born David Anthony Burke, arrested in Los Angeles over the death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez, who went missing in 2024R&B singer D4vd has been arrested in connection with the killing of a teenage girl whose severely decomposed body was found in his Tesla, Los Angeles police said on Thursday.The 21-year-old musician, who was born David Anthony Burke, is being held without bail, according to city authorities. Continue reading...

Former SAS soldier to be released from Silverwater prison ahead of possible trial on charges relating to alleged killing of civilians in AfghanistanFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastBen Roberts-Smith has been granted bail under strict conditions while he awaits a possible trial on five counts of war crime murder.Roberts-Smith made a bail application before Judge Greg Grogin in Sydney’s Downing Centre local court on Friday morning. Continue reading...

Lyons, who led agency since March 2025, to resign after turbulent year carrying out Trump’s immigration agendaTodd Lyons, the acting director of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), is stepping down after a turbulent year carrying out Donald Trump’s immigration agenda.Lyons, who has been leading the agency since March 2025, will resign at the end of May and move to the private sector, Markwayne ​Mullin, the Department of Homeland Security secretary, said in a statement on Thursday. Continue reading...

Former MP Tom Hunt has been working for Pauline Hanson’s party in the seat of Farrer, where One Nation hopes for a game-changing breakthroughOne Nation has recruited a former UK Tory MP who is now a member of Nigel Farage’s populist right-wing party Reform to help its campaign in the upcoming Farrer byelection.Tom Hunt, the Conservative MP for the UK seat of Ipswich for five years until 2024, has been advising on the rightwing party’s social media strategy for the byelection after a stint in the South Australian state election. Continue reading...

Victory means Democrats hold on to the 11th district seat in the House, where Republicans hold a thin majorityDemocrat Analilia Mejia won a New Jersey special election for the US House on Thursday, defeating Republican Joe Hathaway on a message of standing up to Donald Trump.Mejia, a former head of the Working Families Alliance who had support from the senator Bernie Sanders, will fill the seat previously held by the Democratic governor Mikie Sherrill and serve until January. Continue reading...

Authorities identified Kenneth and Barbara Martin and their daughter Barbie from remains in car in Columbia RiverDNA analysis has identified the remains found in a car in the Columbia River as those of an Oregon family that went missing in 1958 while on a trip to find Christmas greenery, authorities said Thursday.The state medical examiner’s office identified Kenneth and Barbara Martin and their daughter Barbie from remains located in the river within the wreckage of the car, according to the Hood River county sheriff’s office. The sheriff’s office said it concluded its investigation and found no evidence of a crime. Continue reading...

The singer was detained in connection with the death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez, who died before her 15th birthday. D4vd’s lawyers said they would vigorously defend his innocence.

Ms. Mejia, who helped run Sen. Bernie Sanders’s presidential campaign, beat her Republican opponent, Joe Hathaway, to win a seat Ms. Sherrill vacated after she was elected governor of New Jersey.

In an interview with the local news outfit Hell Gate, the New York mayor framed his decision to avoid the glamorous fund-raiser as a way to keep his focus on affordability.

The musician is known for creating the anthem for Fortnite. He was touring for his major-label debut when Ms. Rivas Hernandez’s remains were found in his car, officials said.

Todd Lyons said he would leave to spend more time with his family. He has spoken about a surge in threats against ICE officers, saying that he knew the reality firsthand.

The suspect is accused of carrying out a string of attacks in the Atlanta area that killed two women and injured a homeless man. The authorities described the attacks as random.

Lawyers argued that Ben Roberts-Smith wouldn't be able to defend himself properly from prison.

The remains of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez were found in the singer's car last year.

A 13-hour blaze at one of Australia's two oil refineries could impact petrol prices and supply.

Reid Wiseman’s two daughters were in Nasa’s mission control room for the naming of the “Carroll” crater in honour of the commander’s late wife.

Experts say Mythos potentially has an unprecedented ability to identify and exploit cybersecurity weaknesses.

Calls for PM to resign over Mandelson vetting and ex-Arsenal goalie's 'train horror' death leads the papers.

The search has been marked by twists and turns, gripping South Korea and even inspiring a meme coin.

The prime minister is believed to be absolutely furious over the handling of Lord Mandelson's vetting, Chris Mason writes.

The duo had sought aslyum after their football team did not sing the national anthem during a match.

Trump’s comments came after Tarlov bashed the president’s popularity on television

The president shared a variety of bizarre economic views and admitted he makes financial markets nervous during an event in Las Vegas to promote his tax agenda

The truce follows a heavy bombing campaign by Israel against targets it says are linked to Hezbollah

Lyons will leave the federal government at the end of May

The singer is being held without bail

Her victory is a win for progressives and means Democrats hold on to the 11th District seat in the House

Live updates: Ceasefire in Lebanon goes into effect as Trump voices confidence in Iran deal  CNNView Full Coverage on Google News

Netflix shares dive as co-founder Reed Hastings steps away  Yahoo FinanceNetflix stock sinks despite earnings beat, streamer says Reed Hastings to exit board  CNBCReed Hastings Will Leave Netflix as Board Chairman  The New York TimesNetflix chairman and co-founder to step down from board in June  CNNNetflix co-founder Hastings exits as streaming pioneer hunts for growth  Reuters

‘The Pitt’ Season 2 Finale Recap: Jagged Little Pills  The New York Times'The Pitt' Season 2 Finale Explained: What Was Dr. Robby's Big Reveal?  People.com‘The Pitt’ Boss Says Noah Wyle’s Season 2 Storyline “Shows What Can Happen If You Don’t Take the Time to Resolve Mental Health Issues”  The Hollywood Reporter‘It’s a nightmare’: Sepideh Moafi on the ‘intense‘ finale of ‘The Pitt‘  Yahoo'The Pitt' finale includes karaoke kicker. Where ER staff end Season 2  USA Today

Acting ICE director Todd Lyons to leave agency  AxiosActing ICE Director Says He Plans to Resign in May  The New York TimesActing ICE Director Todd Lyons to step down from agency  CNNActing ICE Director Todd Lyons resigns  MS NOWActing ICE Director Todd Lyons is leaving the Department of Homeland Security  NBC News

Israel escalates attacks on medics in Lebanon with deadly ‘quadruple tap’  The GuardianHospitals overwhelmed and communities destroyed: Lebanon reels from Israel’s unprecedented attacks  CNNShattered lives in Lebanon after Israeli airstrikes – in pictures  The GuardianIsraeli strike on Hezbollah more devastating than 2024 pager attack, IDF says  Fox NewsIsraeli Troops to Stay in Southern Lebanon Despite Ceasefire, Netanyahu Says  Time Magazine

Progressive Democrat Analilia Mejia wins New Jersey special election for US House  The GuardianDemocrat Analilia Mejia will win House special election in New Jersey, CNN projects, further narrowing GOP majority  CNNNew Jersey 11th Congressional District Special 2026: Live Election Results, Mejia vs. Hathaway  The New York TimesBernie Sanders, AOC-backed Democrat wins key House race as GOP fails to expand fragile majority  Fox NewsProgressive Democrat Analilia Mejia wins New Jersey special election for US House seat – US politics live  The Guardian

Singer D4vd arrested in connection to death of runaway teen  BBCL.A.P.D. Arrests D4vd Months After Finding Teen’s Remains in His Tesla  The New York TimesSinger D4vd arrested in connection with murder of teen Celeste Rivas Hernandez, LAPD says  ABC7 Los AngelesD4vd arrested in slaying of young girl found decomposing in Tesla  Los Angeles TimesSinger d4vd is arrested on suspicion of killing a 14-year-old girl found dead in his Tesla  CNN

Red hair gene favoured by natural selection over last 10,000 years, study finds  The GuardianMassive Ancient-DNA Study Reveals Natural Selection Has Accelerated in Recent Human Evolution  Harvard Medical SchoolNature Is Still Molding Human Genes, Study Finds  The New York TimesNatural selection ‘favours gingers’, researchers at Harvard find  The Telegraph'Human evolution didn't slow down; we were just missing the signal': Large DNA study reveals natural selection led to more redheads and less male-pattern baldness  Live Science

House Republicans blame White House for Hill FISA mess  PoliticoDem Leaders Aren’t Even Bothering to Rally Caucus Against Trump Domestic Spying Powers  The InterceptCongress Has a Rare Chance to Stop Warrantless Searches  Bloomberg.comHouse GOP punts vote on FISA spy powers amid last-minute scramble  The HillJustice Dept. Appealing Surveillance Court Ruling Amid Congressional Impasse  The New York Times

Abed Abou Shhadeh, a political commentator in Israel, says the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is ‘problematic'.

People celebrate on the roads in southern Lebanon as they drive to their homes after the ceasefire announcement.