In a world where every celebrity tweet and Instagram post is scrutinized, Zendaya has once again managed to make a powerful statement—this time, not with words but through her latest achievements. While her half-sister Latonja Coleman has recently leveled serious accusations regarding their estranged relationship and voiced concerns about being excluded from Zendaya’s upcoming wedding, the multifaceted star has allowed her success and resilience to speak for itself.

The British government has initiated a formal investigation into the nation’s “energy resilience” following an electrical substation fire that forced Heathrow Airport—Europe’s busiest air hub for international travel—to close for nearly 18 hours. The overnight blaze at the North Hyde substation, only 3.2 kilometres from the airport, not only severed electricity to Heathrow but also left more than 60,000 local properties without power. The resulting shutdown prompted over 1,300 flight cancellations and stranded approximately 200,000 people. While operations at Heathrow have since resumed, industry officials anticipate residual delays and disruptions for days to come, with some travellers still stuck.

In today’s highly competitive supermarket sector, loyalty programs have evolved far beyond simple rewards systems. An extensive inquiry by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has raised concerns that the gamification of loyalty programs at major chains such as Coles and Woolworths may be influencing customer behavior in ways many shoppers do not even realise. With more than 85 percent of Australians now belonging to at least one loyalty program, these initiatives are not only shaping purchasing decisions but might also be obscuring the true value of deals offered to consumers.

In a world where every celebrity tweet and Instagram post is scrutinized, Zendaya has once again managed to make a powerful statement—this time, not with words but through her latest achievements. While her half-sister Latonja Coleman has recently leveled serious accusations regarding their estranged relationship and voiced concerns about being excluded from Zendaya’s upcoming wedding, the multifaceted star has allowed her success and resilience to speak for itself.

The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) has delivered a sobering report on the country’s supermarket sector, revealing that giants Coles and Woolworths, which together command nearly 67% of national supermarket grocery sales, have little incentive to aggressively cut prices. Instead, both chains have been steadily increasing their earnings margins over recent years—with a more pronounced rise at Woolworths. Despite concerns over potential price gouging during the pandemic, the ACCC stopped short of declaring the market a duopoly, instead noting that the sector is distinctly oligopolistic with very few major competitors.

As artificial intelligence continues its relentless march into every corner of modern life, newsrooms worldwide are grappling with both the disruptive challenges and exciting opportunities that AI presents. The rapid evolution of AI tools—from chatbots generating text to algorithms sifting through vast datasets—has sparked vigorous debates within the media industry. Many insiders now warn that without carefully defined parameters, AI could upend the traditional model of journalism and alienate audiences. “We need to set the terms in the right way in the next couple of years, or we are all screwed,” one UK media executive lamented, capturing the existential anxiety that permeates newsrooms today.

Hanif Kureishi’s memoir Shattered is not for the faint-hearted. In this raw, unvarnished account, the renowned British author—best known for his keen observations on race, sex, and class in 1970s London—opens up about his life after a devastating accident that left him a tetraplegic. With brutal honesty and caustic humor, Kureishi takes readers on a journey that is as harrowing as it is transformative. He recounts how a single, fateful fall turned his private life into a public spectacle, forcing him to confront the indignities of his new existence while also discovering unexpected love.

It might seem unlikely, but outback Queensland and the period dramas of Bridgerton share an unexpected connection: a thriving social season brimming with courtship, romance, and plenty of whispered secrets. After a sweltering, quiet summer in western Queensland, local communities emerge from their winter hibernation to kickstart a season of meet-and-greet events, rodeos, races, and balls. These events bring together newcomers, seasoned locals (or “ringers”), and adventurous backpackers, setting the stage for a unique celebration of love and community.

The South African ambassador to the United States, Ebrahim Rasool, returned to a jubilant reception in Cape Town on Sunday following his abrupt expulsion by the administration of US President Donald Trump. A lively crowd of supporters filled the arrivals area at Cape Town International Airport, applauding and chanting as the ambassador and his wife, Rosieda, made their way through the terminal under police escort.

During the turbulent months of Ramadan in 1974, the northern city of Lucknow in Uttar Pradesh, India, was a powder keg of communal tension. In an era when Shia-Sunni clashes threatened to tear apart the fabric of society, Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna—then the newly appointed chief minister of Uttar Pradesh and a stalwart of the Indian National Congress—took a bold step to forge peace. With communal tensions at a peak during a sacred period meant for reflection and unity, Bahuguna extended an olive branch to the Shia community by inviting Shia leader Ashraf Hussain to break his fast at his residence. Though Hussain initially declined due to religious obligations, Bahuguna’s insistence led him to accept the invitation, and the resulting iftar meal became a turning point in quelling the riots.

The night sky is a tapestry of mystery. When you peer into the vastness, it is easy to assume that cosmic objects scatter themselves randomly. Yet new research suggests that there is a curious pattern to galaxy rotations—one that just might imply the entire Universe was born spinning. More radically, some astronomers are even revisiting the notion that we all live inside a colossal black hole.

After spending 270 days in the microgravity environment of the International Space Station (ISS), veteran astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have safely returned to Earth aboard the SpaceX Dragon capsule. The splashdown off the coast of Florida marked the end of a challenging, yet groundbreaking, nine-month mission that has provided valuable insights into how prolonged exposure to space affects the human body. While both astronauts emerged from the capsule smiling and waving, experts warn that the readaptation process to Earth’s gravity will be far from smooth.

The Illawarra Hawks have completed a remarkable rags-to-riches transformation to claim the 2025 NBL championship, defeating Melbourne United 114–104 in a gripping game five decider. The victory marks only the second title in the Hawks’ 47-year history—and their first since 2001—capping off a spectacular season for a team that finished bottom of the league just two years ago.

Lewis Hamilton, the seven-time Formula 1 champion, has had a night to remember in China as he recorded his first sprint race victory for his new team, Ferrari. Despite facing intense criticism and skepticism from some quarters, Hamilton did not mince words when addressing his detractors afterward. In a series of candid remarks, the 40-year-old driver dismissed the “yapping” critics who, he claims, simply lack an appreciation for the monumental challenges of achieving success with a new team.

In a development that raises hopes as well as ethical questions, several biotech startups are racing to create treatments aimed at extending the healthy lifespan—often called “healthspan”—of pets. Driven by robust venture capital funding, these companies are investigating everything from hormone-suppressing tablets to targeted gene therapies that promise to stave off age-related diseases in cats and dogs.

As artificial intelligence continues its relentless march into every corner of modern life, newsrooms worldwide are grappling with both the disruptive challenges and exciting opportunities that AI presents. The rapid evolution of AI tools—from chatbots generating text to algorithms sifting through vast datasets—has sparked vigorous debates within the media industry. Many insiders now warn that without carefully defined parameters, AI could upend the traditional model of journalism and alienate audiences. “We need to set the terms in the right way in the next couple of years, or we are all screwed,” one UK media executive lamented, capturing the existential anxiety that permeates newsrooms today.

The Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza reports that more than 50,000 people have been killed by Israel’s ongoing bombardment and invasion of the Gaza Strip—an unprecedented figure that has alarmed international observers and provoked renewed scrutiny of the conflict. According to the ministry, the death toll, which had slowed during a two-month ceasefire, has surged dramatically since Israeli forces resumed their offensive on March 18.

In a dramatic and controversial move that has sent shockwaves through American politics, former President Donald Trump has revoked the security clearances of more than 15 former White House officials and prominent Democratic figures—including President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. In a memorandum released on Friday, Trump declared that it was “no longer in the national interest” for the listed individuals to retain access to classified information and secure government facilities. This unprecedented decision has sparked fierce debate, with critics decrying it as a “weaponization of the legal system” aimed at silencing dissent and undermining democratic norms.