China's population falls again as birthrate hits record low
China's population fell by 3.39 million to 1.405 billion in 2025 and births dropped to 7.92 million, marking a fourth consecutive year of decline.
2026/01/19
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Family of hero boy who saved friend from shark attack speak out
The family of a boy who jumped into Sydney Harbour to rescue a friend after a suspected shark attack say the group of friends are traumatised; the injured 12-year-old remains in critical condition in hospital.
2026/01/19
Will Reeve weds Amanda Dubin in Miami after year-long engagement.
Will Reeve married event planner Amanda Dubin in Miami on Saturday, a ceremony confirmed by People; the couple announced their engagement in November 2024.
2026/01/19
Greenland residents face uncertainty after Trump's remarks
Donald Trump's comments about US control of Greenland have pushed the island into the centre of geopolitics as Arctic ice melt increases its strategic value, and residents report rising anxiety.
2026/01/19
Hackers disrupt Iran state TV satellite broadcasts
Hackers interrupted Iranian state television satellite transmissions to air footage of exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi, and the state broadcaster said signals were momentarily disrupted; activists reported at least 3,919 people killed in the crackdown.
2026/01/19
China's population falls again as births drop 17%.
Government statistics show China’s population was 1.404 billion in 2025, down 3 million from 2024, and births fell 17% to 7.92 million.
2026/01/19
Cannabis legalisation inquiry proposed in Guernsey
A requête led by Marc Leadbeater proposes a cross-committee working group to examine regulated cannabis in Guernsey and report back with recommendations by the end of 2026.
2026/01/19
Croydon Live Facial Recognition pilot linked to lower crime, says Met Police
The Metropolitan Police say a Croydon pilot of 15 fixed live facial recognition cameras produced 103 arrests and a reported 12% drop in crime in the Fairfield ward; privacy and misidentification concerns have prompted a High Court challenge next week.
2026/01/19
Jess's rule posters remind GPs in England to re-examine patients' symptoms
GP practices in England will display 'Jess's rule' posters asking clinicians to reconsider diagnoses after a patient has had three appointments without a diagnosis; the scheme is named after Jessica Brady and was co-designed with her parents and NHS bodies.
2026/01/19
Sydney's new fish market opens with glitz and fewer smells
The $836 million Sydney Fish Market opened on Monday with about 40 vendors and large crowds; visitors praised its cleanliness and variety while noting higher prices and limited transport access.
2026/01/19
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