Crude oil exports from strait of Hormuz largely return to pre-war levels 01. October 2026 (17:52) Alternative ways being used to move fuel out of Gulf region, but flows of refined products such as diesel still constrainedExports of crude from the strait of Hormuz have largely returned to levels seen before the outbreak of the Iran war, as oil producers and the shipping industry have found alternative ways of transporting crucial fuel out of the Middle East.Pipeline exports and ship-to-ship transfers are among the methods being used, according to analysts tracking the situation, while the US military continues to escort some vessels. However, flows of refined products such as diesel remain constrained, pushing prices higher. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Naomi Campbell wins legal challenge over charity trustee ban 01. October 2026 (17:50) Supermodel was disqualified from role in 2024 after Charity Commission accused her of misusing funds and abdicating responsibilitiesNaomi Campbell has won a legal challenge to overturn a five-year ban on being a charity trustee after judges found she was unaware of serious misconduct at the charity she set up and helped oversee for several years.In 2024, the 56-year-old supermodel was disqualified from being a charity trustee for five years after the Charity Commission – which regulates charities in England and Wales – found mismanagement of funds at Fashion for Relief, which she founded. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Underlying causes of recurrent bacterial vaginosis identified by Australian scientists 01. October 2026 (17:00) Melbourne researchers behind previous BV transmission breakthrough turn attention to understanding why some cases are harder to cure Australian scientists have identified two contributors to recurrent bacterial vaginosis infections, a common sexual health condition that affects about one in four women globally.The condition, commonly called BV, is characterised by an imbalance of naturally occurring bacteria in the vagina, in which there is a reduction of “good” bacteria and an overgrowth of other mixed bacteria. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Million-dollar public servants: 11 staff at Australia’s Future Fund paid significantly more than the PM 01. October 2026 (17:00) One executive received a $1.5m package last year, while 10 other staff received remuneration exceeding $1m eachGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastNearly a dozen federal public servants were paid more than $1m last year, with one receiving a $1.5m package worth more than double Anthony Albanese’s base salary.The generous remuneration – which includes bonuses and allowances – has been criticised as insulting during a cost-of-living crisis and amid job cuts across the public service. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Matt Kean warns climate crisis ‘isn’t someone else’s problem’ as largest coal project in NSW history greenlit 01. October 2026 (17:00) Exclusive: Climate Change Authority chair says planning commission did not account for climate-related economic damage in NSWSign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter hereA senior Albanese government climate adviser has challenged the state approval of the largest coalmining development in New South Wales’ history, arguing “climate change isn’t someone else’s problem”.Matt Kean, the chair of the Climate Change Authority and a former NSW treasurer and energy minister, questioned why the state Independent Planning Commission had not weighed the economic cost of climate change caused by burning the coal from the Hunter Valley Operations mine before giving it the green light to run until 2045. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Anthropic pushes for opt-out model for Australian content as ABC warns of ‘cannibalisation’ of news 01. October 2026 (17:00) Maker of Claude claims AI could transform economy but ABC and SBS say the technology should be subject to media regulationsGet our new political email, free app or daily news podcastAI giant Anthropic has urged the Albanese government to consider giving “conditional approval” for big tech to train its models on Australian copyrighted works under an opt-out model, after conceding it won’t secure a blanket copyright exemption.But Australia’s public broadcasters, the ABC and SBS, have strongly criticised AI firms, calling on the government to enact strict new rules to compensate media organisations and protect public interest journalism.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s Politics, really newsletter here Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Rick Ross arrested on domestic battery and strangulation charges 01. October 2026 (16:34) The rapper was arrested in Miami Beach on Thursday, days after an ex-girlfriend accused him of physical abuseRick Ross has been arrested on domestic violence charges in Miami Beach, according to local police.The rapper was booked at Turner Guilford Knight correctional center at 6.10am local time on Thursday and faces one felony count of battery by strangulation as well as a misdemeanor count of battery. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Finnish PM says suspected break-ins at MPs’ homes could be work of foreign power 01. October 2026 (16:29) Police investigating reports of politicians’ homes being broken into in last year with nothing being stolenThe Finnish prime minister, Petteri Orpo, has said a foreign power could be responsible for a series of suspected break-ins at the homes of several members of parliament.Police said on Thursday they were investigating multiple reports of MPs’ homes being broken into in the Helsinki area in the last year in which nothing was stolen but subtle signs of breaking and entering were left. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
White House removes CNN from press pool for second time in a week 01. October 2026 (16:07) Network was listed as primary TV pool covering Thursday’s presidential activities but then was abruptly removedFor a second time in a week, the White House has unilaterally removed CNN from its assignment as the primary television pool representative covering Donald Trump.CNN was excluded on Saturday from pool duty onboard Air Force One, despite a district judge’s ruling – two days earlier – overturning the White House’s ban on the network and two other media organizations. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Witnesses detail horror of Tennessee woman’s botched execution: ‘None of it was normal’ 01. October 2026 (16:01) Witnesses in the chamber said Christa Pike was still breathing despite receiving injections intended to kill herWhen the prison warden asked Christa Pike if she had any last words, she said she was going to leave this world “with love” for those on her side and also the ones angry with her.What followed was the second botched execution in Tennessee this year, after two doses of the lethal injection failed to produce the desired effect. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
