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Jun 5, 2026 - World

Democratic candidate for Maine Senate seat tells MS NOW that accusations reported by New York Times are ‘statements of somebody politically motivated’Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner rejects new allegations of abusive behaviorSign up for the Breaking News US emailDonald Trump’s former national security adviser-turned-foe John Bolton is expected to plead guilty over mishandling classified documents, multiple outlets are reporting.According to CNN, which first reported the news citing three sources, Bolton intends to plead guilty to one count of illegal retention of sensitive national security documents, and has also agreed to pay a more than $2m fine. The New York Times hears the same, adding that he could face anywhere from no prison time to up to five years behind bars when he is sentenced. Continue reading...

Jun 5, 2026 - World

The invertebrates were likely destined for the pet trade, including as reptile foodFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastMore than 100,000 live exotic cockroaches have been seized from a commercial breeder in New South Wales in a record-breaking bust linked to the pet trade.Biosecurity officials seized the animals, which have a commercial value of up to $200,000, from a breeder in Bathurst in the state’s central west this week. Continue reading...

Jun 5, 2026 - World

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday hailed Moscow's strategic partnership with New Delhi and asserted that Western attempts to force India into scaling back its cooperation with Russia are futile and damaging to global stability.

Jun 4, 2026 - World

Platner says claims in New York Times article of physical misconduct and offensive remarks ‘politically motivated’Graham Platner, a Democratic candidate for the US Senate, has rejected an explosive new report about his treatment of women, insisting that allegations of abusive behavior are “politically motivated”.Platner, a progressive running for election in Maine, was responding to a New York Times article published on Thursday that included an interview with a Republican operative who accused him of womanizing, physical misconduct and making troubling comments about rape. Continue reading...

Jun 4, 2026 - World

The aircraft's front section suddenly dropped onto the tarmac while it was stationary at the gate. Video footage circulating online showed the jet's nose dipping sharply, with a panel appearing to come loose as the aircraft settled onto the ground.