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Is the Strait of Hormuz open?

Is the Strait of Hormuz really open amid ceasefire chaos?

We have a two-week ceasefire, and a 10-point framework that the US and Iran say is workable to prevent further conflict, but some say the Strait of Hormuz is closed again already. Here’s what we know.

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Donald Trump appears set to pull out of NATO.

‘GREENLAND’: Trump’s wild latest claim after NATO blow-up

US President Donald Trump has continued a tirade of intense social media posts, now, turning his attention back to Greenland.

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 Jasveen Sangha, 42, pleaded guilty last September to five charges, including one count of distributing ketamine resulting in death or bodily injury.

Perry’s stepdad makes heartfelt plea to Ketamine Queen

A woman who illegally sold the ketamine that killed actor Matthew Perry was sentenced to 15 years in prison, by far the stiffest sentence yet handed to a person charged in the star’s death.

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Yemeni soldiers keep vigil, as supporters of the Iran-backed Houthi movement, in solidarity with Iran and Lebanon on April 8.

Ceasefire cold comfort for Gulf states on the edge

The United States and Iran may have hit pause but the war has left the Gulf states exposed and searching for reliable allies.

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Cyclone Maila is proving a headache for weather forecasters as it moves toward Australia.

Cyclone warning extended to areas hammered by TC Narelle

Regions in the far north of Australia still recovering from a battering at the hands of cyclone Narelle have been warned to prepare for another huge weather event. 

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Penny Wong has joined other nations in condemning Israeli attacks on Lebanon during a ceasefire. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

Stop Lebanon attacks to secure oil supply: Wong

Lebanon must be included in the Iran war ceasefire as Israel's latest deadly attacks are "deeply concerning", Foreign Minister Penny Wong says.

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Video has emerged appearing to show a disgruntled employee starting a fire at a toilet paper warehouse.

WATCH: Disgruntled staffer allegedly burns down warehouse

Shocking video has emerged of the alleged moment a disgruntled employee lit a stockpile of toilet paper in a warehouse, burning the entire place down.

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Rex Heuermann, a Long Island architect has admitted to the deaths of eight women.

Gilgo Beach serial slayer admits to murders

One of America’s most gruesome murder investigations has been solved after a former architect admitted to killing at least eight women and depositing their bodies at various beaches.

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With his sycophantic inner circle providing little resistance and an inability to absorb the warnings from the few voices of reason, Trump pulled the trigger to attack Iran.

The inner circle who paved the road to Trump’s war

With his sycophantic inner circle providing little resistance and an inability to absorb the warnings from the few voices of reason, Trump pulled the trigger to attack Iran.

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Australians are being warned it could be a long journey before fuel prices begin ticking down again.

Petrol price relief may take months despite oil easing

Australians are being warned not to expect an immediate drop in fuel prices, even though the US and Iran appear to have reached a ceasefire.

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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says there is still a lot to do to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran warns ships risk destruction despite ceasefire deal

Shipping firms remain on edge as Iran warns vessels could be targeted despite a fragile US-Iran ceasefire agreement.

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An autopsy report concluded Matthew Perry died from the “acute effects of ketamine”. (AP PHOTO)

‘Ketamine Queen’ jailed over Matthew Perry death

The drug dealer known as ‘Ketamine Queen’ linked to the overdose and death of Friends star Matthew Perry in 2023 has been handed a hefty prison sentence.

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Anthony Albanese and Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will discuss energy at the annual leaders’ meeting.

Fuel crisis fears force urgent Albanese Singapore talks

The Prime Minister is embarking on a whirlwind trip to Singapore as part of ramped-up diplomatic efforts to secure Australia’s fuel supply.

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Honouring the family legacy, John Montagu launched a sandwich business in 2004 alongside his son Orlando.

Earl of Sandwich leaves most of his will to one person

The 11th Earl of Sandwich left behind a staggering seven-figure sum in his will to a few different benefactors.

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