South Korean authorities said on Wednesday they will change the concrete barriers used for navigation at some airports across the country after the Jeju Air crash that left 179 people dead.

International Business Times AU

23.01.2025

Trump's Birthright Citizenship Move Challenges US Identity: Analysts

Donald Trump's plan to end birthright citizenship could fundamentally reshape America, analysts said Tuesday, overturning a principle that has underpinned the country for more than 150 years.

International Business Times AU

23.01.2025

Split The Atom Controversy: Trump's Claim Sparks Backlash From New Zealand Mayor

Mayor Nick Smith of Nelson, the city where famed physicist Sir Ernest Rutherford was born and raised, planned to invite U.S. ambassador to visit the Rutherford memorial.

International Business Times AU

23.01.2025

'Did Not Push Hard Enough': Navalny Lawyer Speaks Of Regrets

The top lawyer of late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, who died in a Russian prison in February last year, told AFP she regretted not finding the right words to stop him returning to Moscow in 2021.

International Business Times AU

23.01.2025

Fire-hit Hollywood Awaits Oscar Nominees, With 'Emilia Perez' In Front

This year's Oscar nominations will be unveiled Thursday in an announcement delayed by the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, with transgender cartel musical "Emilia Perez" expected to lead a highly competitive field.

International Business Times AU

23.01.2025

Relentless Swiatek, Dizzy Sinner Eye Australian Open Semi-finals

Iga Swiatek will look to continue her march to a maiden Australian Open title on Wednesday while Jannik Sinner's powers of recovery will be tested in a quarter-final against home hope Alex de Minaur.

International Business Times AU

23.01.2025

Prince Harry Settles Lawsuit Against Murdoch's UK Tabloids

Prince Harry dramatically settled Wednesday his long-running lawsuit against Rupert Murdoch's UK tabloid publisher, which agreed to pay him "substantial damages" after admitting intruding into his private life, including by hacking his phone.

International Business Times AU

23.01.2025

Does China Control The Panama Canal, As Trump Claims?

US President Donald Trump's threat to seize the Panama Canal over alleged undue Chinese influence may really be aimed at limiting Beijing's growing diplomatic and economic presence in Latin America, experts say.

International Business Times AU

23.01.2025

Malaysia's Anwar Says Don't Single Out China In Sea Tensions

There will always be border disputes in Asia, and China should not be singled out because of tensions in the South China Sea, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Wednesday.

International Business Times AU

23.01.2025

Beckham, Protests, Crypto's New Dawn: What Happened At Davos Tuesday

Although the sun may be setting on the era of free trade, crypto supporters say a new dawn is rising for digital currencies thanks to US President Donald Trump.

International Business Times AU

23.01.2025

Netflix Reports Surge In Subscribers, New Price Hikes

Netflix on Tuesday said it added nearly 19 million subscribers during the holiday season to finish out last year with more than 300 million subscribers.

International Business Times AU

23.01.2025

Syria's Military Hospital Where Detainees Were Tortured, Not Treated

Former Syrian detainee Mohammed Najib has suffered for years from torture-induced back pain.

International Business Times AU

23.01.2025

Sudan 'Political' Banknote Switch Causes Cash Crunch

Sudan's army-aligned government has issued new banknotes in areas it controls, reportedly aimed at undermining its paramilitary rivals but causing long queues at banks, disrupting trade and entrenching division.

International Business Times AU

23.01.2025

EU's Top Diplomat Backs Trump Call To Boost Defence Spending

The EU's top diplomat Kaja Kallas said Wednesday that the bloc must heed US President Donald Trump's demand to spend more on defence, as she issued a stark warning over the threat from Russia.

International Business Times AU

23.01.2025

France Holds Off Spain As World's Tourist Favourite

Olympic host France retained its spot as the world's top tourist destination in 2024 with 100 million visitors, holding off stiff competition from countries including Spain, the tourism ministry said on Tuesday.

International Business Times AU

23.01.2025

Chief US Diplomat Vows 'Unwavering Support' For Israel

The United States' new top diplomat Marco Rubio reaffirmed the country's "unwavering support" for Israel, days into a fragile ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and a large-scale raid in the occupied West Bank.

International Business Times AU

23.01.2025

Qantas Frequent Flyer Program's Expansion Sparks Concerns Over Rising Costs

The new changes also come with an increase in point requirements for reward seat redemptions and higher fees. From August 2025, frequent flyer members will need to use more points to book both

International Business Times AU

23.01.2025

Trump's Return Darkens Mood As Germany Heads To Elections

Donald Trump's return to the White House has darkened the mood in Germany a month before elections, as multiple crises shake the foundations on which Europe's biggest economy built its post-war prosperity.

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

'Love For Humanity': Low-crime Japan's Unpaid Parole Officers

Teruko Nakazawa once intervened in a knife fight between an ex-offender and their mother -- all in a day's unpaid work for Japan's army of volunteer probation officers.

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

No Home, No Insurance: The Double Hit From Los Angeles Fires

As he looks at the ruins of his home razed when deadly fires tore through the Los Angeles area, Sebastian Harrison knows it will never be the same again, because he was not insured.

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

EV Sales Slip In Europe In 2024 In Overall Stable Car Market

Sales of electric cars slid last year in Europe in an otherwise stable market, data from carmakers showed Tuesday.

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

Australian Property Market Sees Highest December Listings In 6 Years Despite Slowdown

"Capital city prices have increased substantially, making them less accessible for many buyers – in contrast, regional markets remain relatively affordable, which has kept demand metrics stronger

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

Syrians Return To Homes Devastated By War

When Syrian grandfather Omar Kafozi returned to his house near Damascus after Bashar al-Assad's ouster, he saw unfathomable destruction.

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

France's Arch Film Provocateur Blier Dies At 85

Veteran French film provocateur Bertrand Blier, who has died aged 85, made some of the country's biggest arthouse hits of the 1970s and 1980s, but is perhaps best known for unleashing the Gallic megastar Gerard Depardieu on the world.

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

Trump Pardons Of Capitol Rioters Spark Jubilation, Outrage

US President Donald Trump's sweeping pardons of Capitol rioters drew starkly contrasting reactions on Tuesday, largely embraced by his Republican supporters and vehemently condemned by Democrats.

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

Huge Fire Guts Turkish Ski Resort Hotel, Killing 66

A huge fire killed at least 66 people as it ripped on Tuesday through a hotel at a popular ski resort in northeastern Turkey that was packed with people enjoying the winter holidays, including families.

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

As Trump Takes Aim At EVs, How Far Will Rollback Go?

As part of his flurry of first-day actions, US President Donald Trump took aim at electric vehicles, a cornerstone of the Biden administration's climate change agenda.

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

Afghan Taliban Government Swaps Prisoners With US

The Taliban government said Tuesday it had released two American citizens from prison in return for an Afghan fighter held in the United States, in a deal brokered by Qatar.

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

Djokovic Beats Alcaraz In Melbourne Blockbuster As Sabalenka Survives

A vintage Novak Djokovic tamed Carlos Alcaraz in a late-night blockbuster to set up an Australian Open semi-final with Alexander Zverev as two-time women's defending champion Aryna Sabalenka fought on.

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

Most Asian Markets Rise After Trump AI Pledge But China Tariff Woes Return

Most Asian markets extended a global rally Wednesday as investors gave a cautious welcome to Donald Trump's first full day in office amid hopes he will take a more cautious approach on trade than initially feared.

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

Prince Harry Trial Against Murdoch UK Tabloids Delayed

The start of a long-awaited trial initiated by Britain's Prince Harry against a tabloid publisher for allegedly unlawful information gathering stalled Tuesday as lawyers held last-minute "discussions".

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

At Davos, EU Vows Pragmatism With Trump

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen declared Tuesday that Europe was ready to negotiate with US President Donald Trump but the bloc will also seek to improve ties with China and other nations as global competition heats up.

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

Macquarie Bank Announces Cut In Fixed Mortgage Rates Ahead Of RBA's Decision

Macquarie, Australia's fifth-largest lender, will now offer a one-year fixed rate of 5.55% for owner-occupiers paying principal and interest, provided they have at least a 30% deposit.

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

Dynamic Power Pricing Costs Australians Up To AU$300 More Annually, Report Finds

Australian energy market is set to undergo a significant shift, which brings consumers under complex power pricing plans. These plans, including dynamic tariffs, aim to reduce energy consumption

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

Catch Closure Amid Competition From Amazon And Temu To Impact 200 Jobs

The closure will affect 200 jobs, while around 100 e-commerce staff will be redeployed to Kmart to make the most of Catch's existing warehouse infrastructure.

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

Liverpool Clinch Champions League Last-16 Berth, Barcelona Win Epic

Liverpool beat Lille 2-1 on Tuesday to maintain their perfect record in this season's Champions League and clinch qualification for the last 16, while Barcelona produced a stunning comeback to beat Benfica 5-4 in a classic to secure their own place.

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

South Korea's Suspended President Attends Impeachment Hearing

South Korea's impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol appeared at the Constitutional Court for the first time Tuesday, and vowed to cooperate with the judges who will decide whether to remove him from office.

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

Trump Takes US Reins With Flurry Of Executive Orders

US President Donald Trump begins his first full day in office Tuesday, riding a wave of executive orders signed just hours after his inauguration on everything from immigration to the environment and culture wars.

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

Nigerian Scammers Accused In AI-driven Fake Brad Pitt Fraud

A French woman who lost her life savings to scammers pretending to be American actor Brad Pitt is seeking to unmask at least three Nigerians her legal team accuses of defrauding her.

International Business Times AU

22.01.2025

Rethinking Resources: The Role of Recycled Aluminium Formwork in Sustainable Development

At Yongfeng Group's aluminium formwork facility, advanced recycling processes are designed to optimize efficiency, ensuring the material retains its quality and performance after every cycle.

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S. Korea To Overhaul Some Airports After Jeju Air Crash

Trump's Birthright Citizenship Move Challenges US Identity: Analysts

Split The Atom Controversy: Trump's Claim Sparks Backlash From New Zealand Mayor

'Did Not Push Hard Enough': Navalny Lawyer Speaks Of Regrets

Fire-hit Hollywood Awaits Oscar Nominees, With 'Emilia Perez' In Front

Relentless Swiatek, Dizzy Sinner Eye Australian Open Semi-finals

Prince Harry Settles Lawsuit Against Murdoch's UK Tabloids

Does China Control The Panama Canal, As Trump Claims?

Malaysia's Anwar Says Don't Single Out China In Sea Tensions

Beckham, Protests, Crypto's New Dawn: What Happened At Davos Tuesday

Netflix Reports Surge In Subscribers, New Price Hikes

Syria's Military Hospital Where Detainees Were Tortured, Not Treated

Sudan 'Political' Banknote Switch Causes Cash Crunch

EU's Top Diplomat Backs Trump Call To Boost Defence Spending

France Holds Off Spain As World's Tourist Favourite

Chief US Diplomat Vows 'Unwavering Support' For Israel

Qantas Frequent Flyer Program's Expansion Sparks Concerns Over Rising Costs

Trump's Return Darkens Mood As Germany Heads To Elections

'Love For Humanity': Low-crime Japan's Unpaid Parole Officers

No Home, No Insurance: The Double Hit From Los Angeles Fires

EV Sales Slip In Europe In 2024 In Overall Stable Car Market

Australian Property Market Sees Highest December Listings In 6 Years Despite Slowdown

Syrians Return To Homes Devastated By War

France's Arch Film Provocateur Blier Dies At 85

Trump Pardons Of Capitol Rioters Spark Jubilation, Outrage

Huge Fire Guts Turkish Ski Resort Hotel, Killing 66

As Trump Takes Aim At EVs, How Far Will Rollback Go?

Afghan Taliban Government Swaps Prisoners With US

Djokovic Beats Alcaraz In Melbourne Blockbuster As Sabalenka Survives

Most Asian Markets Rise After Trump AI Pledge But China Tariff Woes Return

Prince Harry Trial Against Murdoch UK Tabloids Delayed

At Davos, EU Vows Pragmatism With Trump

Macquarie Bank Announces Cut In Fixed Mortgage Rates Ahead Of RBA's Decision

Dynamic Power Pricing Costs Australians Up To AU$300 More Annually, Report Finds

Catch Closure Amid Competition From Amazon And Temu To Impact 200 Jobs

Liverpool Clinch Champions League Last-16 Berth, Barcelona Win Epic

South Korea's Suspended President Attends Impeachment Hearing

Trump Takes US Reins With Flurry Of Executive Orders

Nigerian Scammers Accused In AI-driven Fake Brad Pitt Fraud

Rethinking Resources: The Role of Recycled Aluminium Formwork in Sustainable Development

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