Author: MAK Gojar

Get rolling updates on today’s national news stories with our live blog. ​Get rolling updates on today’s national news stories with our live blog.    Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has refused to say what date he was first advised of the caravan filled with explosives in outer Sydney, warning the opposition against politicising the issue. The Coalition have been demanding more detail on when Albanese was notified of the potential caravan explosives attack which he has continuously refused, citing national security concerns. The Prime Minister still won’t be drawn on when he first learnt of the explosive-filled caravan. Credit: Alex Ellinghausen…

Read More

For today’s news updates as the happen in Brisbane and further afield, follow us here. ​For today’s news updates as the happen in Brisbane and further afield, follow us here.    Michael Woodford, a barrister and the Parliamentary Crime and Corruption Commissioner, has been announced as the new president of the state’s Parole Board. The state government made the announcement this afternoon, saying the board had been operating without a president for seven months due to former president Michael Byrnes resigning under a “cloud of controversy”. Loading Byrnes was referred to the Crime and Corruption Commission last year. Woodford started in…

Read More

How to watch Trail Blazers vs. Suns basketball game ​How to watch Trail Blazers vs. Suns basketball game    3rd Quarter Report Down six at the end of the second quarter, the Trail Blazers now have the lead. Sitting on a score of 86-80, they have looked like the better team, but there’s still one more quarter to play. The Trail Blazers entered the matchup having won three straight and they’re just one quarter away from another. Will they make it four, or will the Suns step up and spoil it? We’ll know soon. Who’s Playing Phoenix Suns @ Portland Trail…

Read More

The council wants to make this major Brisbane road a clearway for longer – and it’s not the only one slated for change. But locals also want changes to footpaths, slower speeds and priority for buses. ​The council wants to make this major Brisbane road a clearway for longer – and it’s not the only one slated for change. But locals also want changes to footpaths, slower speeds and priority for buses.    National Queensland City life By Felicity Caldwell February 4, 2025 — 3.53pm , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to…

Read More

A large fire has erupted at an industrial site in St Marys in Sydney’s west, with explosions and plumes of black smoke at the scene. ​A large fire has erupted at an industrial site in St Marys in Sydney’s west, with explosions and plumes of black smoke at the scene.   Video: Massive factory fire in Sydney’s west Massive factory fire in Sydney’s west We’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We’re working to restore it. Please try again later. Brisbane Times Advertisement National A large fire has erupted at an industrial site in St Marys in Sydney’s west, with explosions and…

Read More

Federal court justice finds the Callide coal-fired power station’s ‘catastrophic failure and destruction’ was a result of serious breaches in operating proceduresFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA power company has been fined $9m for allowing a “catastrophic” generator explosion that caused widespread blackouts due to a lack of backup systems.An explosion and fire at the Callide coal-fired power station in central Queensland caused extensive damage to its Callide C turbine hall on 25 May 2021.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading…Federal court justice finds…

Read More

Jo Haylen has resigned as NSW transport minister in the wake of revelations about her use of a taxpayer-funder driver. ​Jo Haylen has resigned as NSW transport minister in the wake of revelations about her use of a taxpayer-funder driver.   Video: Jo Haylen resigns as NSW transport minister Jo Haylen resigns as NSW transport minister We’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We’re working to restore it. Please try again later. Brisbane Times Advertisement National Jo Haylen has resigned as NSW transport minister in the wake of revelations about her use of a taxpayer-funder driver. February 4, 2025 — 5.16pm ,…

Read More

Hopkins took himself out of a game while in Tennessee ​Hopkins took himself out of a game while in Tennessee    Getty Images NEW ORLEANS — Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins has had an amazing career in the National Football League — one that has seen the wideout collect over 100 receptions in four different seasons, while compiling 984 catches for 12,965 yards and 83 touchdowns over a 13 years. The one thing that has alluded him in what is arguably a Pro Football Hall of Fame career is an appearance in the Super Bowl, but that will end…

Read More

Shocked neighbors are on guard after a woman, who stepped out of her Queens apartment to take out the trash, was allegedly stabbed by two men who crept into her home while she was gone.    Tuesday, February 4, 2025 4:13AM Lucy Yang spoke to neighbors who say the attack has left them shocked and on guard. FLUSHING, Queens (WABC) — Shocked neighbors are on guard after a woman, who stepped out of her Queens apartment to take out the trash, was allegedly stabbed by two men who crept into her home while she was gone. The victim’s neighbor, Wyl Scott,…

Read More

For today’s news updates as the happen in Brisbane and further afield, follow us here. ​For today’s news updates as the happen in Brisbane and further afield, follow us here.    Michael Woodford, a barrister and the Parliamentary Crime and Corruption Commissioner, has been announced as the new president of the state’s Parole Board. The state government made the announcement this afternoon, saying the board had been operating without a president for seven months due to former president Michael Byrnes resigning under a “cloud of controversy”. Loading Byrnes was referred to the Crime and Corruption Commission last year. Woodford started in…

Read More

A struggling restaurant in Hell’s Kitchen is in need of a Hail Mary, as a number of factors, including the threat of tariffs, rising cost of food and higher rent, take a bite out of their bottom line.    BUSINESS Tuesday, February 4, 2025 4:17AM Sonia Rincon spoke to the owners of Mamma Mia on 44th Street and Ninth Avenue. HELL’S KITCHEN, Manhattan (WABC) — A struggling restaurant in Hell’s Kitchen is in need of a Hail Mary, as a number of factors, including the threat of tariffs, the rising cost of food, higher rent and congestion pricing, have taken a…

Read More

Want to get this in your inbox every weekday? Sign up for the Afternoon Update here, and start your day with our Morning Mail newsletter.Jo Haylen has quit as the New South Wales transport minister after revelations about her use of a ministerial car for private purposes.It emerged on the weekend that Haylen had asked her chauffeur to take her and some friends to a winery lunch that involved a 446km round-trip for the driver.Troy Selwood, former Brisbane AFL player, dies aged 40PM labels Coalition’s tax-deductible lunch plan ‘worst, sloppiest policy’ as Treasury puts cost in the billionsMurder charge against…

Read More

How to watch Warriors vs. Magic basketball game ​How to watch Warriors vs. Magic basketball game    3rd Quarter Report The Warriors and the Magic have shown up to the matchup, but their offenses sure haven’t. The Warriors have a bit of a cushion as they currently lead the Magic 82-67. If the Warriors keep playing like this, they’ll bump their record up to 25-24 in no time. On the other hand, the Magic will have to make due with a 24-27 record unless they turn things around (and fast). Who’s Playing Orlando Magic @ Golden State Warriors Current Records: Orlando…

Read More

A mother and her daughter had to scramble out of the way when the trio of sledgehammer-wielding thieves made a beeline for a jewelry store in Bay Ridge.    Tuesday, February 4, 2025 4:24AM Josh Einiger has details on the attempted smash-and-grab robbery and if it could be connected to others in New York City. BAY RIDGE, Brooklyn (WABC) — As police search for the sledgehammer-wielding thieves who tried to smash their way into a jewelry store in Brooklyn, investigators are also looking into whether or not it may be connected to other business break-ins around New York City. The violence…

Read More

Jack Gibson-Burrell faces court after being charged with 50 offences, including criminal damage, burglary and shop theftFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA Melbourne man alleged to be the creator of the prolific “Pam the Bird” graffiti has been endangering the public by abseiling from buildings and risking the lives of people below, a court has heard during his bail application.Jack Gibson-Burrell, 21, faced the Melbourne magistrates court on Tuesday via video link, after he was charged last week with 50 offences, including criminal damage, burglary and shop…

Read More

A lucky player won $650,000 after buying a ticket from a Loop newsstand last week.    lottery ByABC7 Chicago Digital Team Monday, February 3, 2025 11:02PM A $650K winning Lucky Day Lotto ticket was sold at Headline Newsstand in Chicago’s Loop with winning numbers: 13-15-19-33-42 CHICAGO (WLS) — A Loop newsstand sold a winning $650,000 Lucky Day Lotto ticket last week. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch The Headline Newsstand is located inside a busy building at 2 N. LaSalle Street. “I sold the winning ticket!,” Headline Newsstand employee Khadija Jiwani said. “It was bought by one…

Read More

The Eagles owner commented on potential stadium renovations ​The Eagles owner commented on potential stadium renovations    USATSI NEW ORLEANS — The Philadelphia Eagles will have a decision to make on the future of Lincoln Financial Field in the coming years. The Linc is coming up on its 23rd season in 2025 and the stadium is a part of a generation of open-air stadiums that were built before retractable roof stadiums trended across the league.  As the Eagles are headed to their third Super Bowl in seven years, owner Jeffrey Lurie envisions his team potentially hosting a Super Bowl someday. Lurie…

Read More

Speaking to reporters on Super Bowl Opening Night in New Orleans Monday, Philadelphia Eagles chairman Jeffrey Lurie said he is not pursuing an ownership stake in the Boston Celtics, adding that “I’m not really interested in acquiring another sports team.” ​Speaking to reporters on Super Bowl Opening Night in New Orleans Monday, Philadelphia Eagles chairman Jeffrey Lurie said he is not pursuing an ownership stake in the Boston Celtics, adding that “I’m not really interested in acquiring another sports team.”    NEW ORLEANS — Philadelphia Eagles chairman and CEO Jeffrey Lurie said Monday he is not pursuing an ownership stake in…

Read More

Patrick Mahomes, a Texas native, was like most fans of the Dallas Mavericks stunned by the trade that sent the team’s star, Luka Doncic, to the Los Angeles Lakers. ​Patrick Mahomes, a Texas native, was like most fans of the Dallas Mavericks stunned by the trade that sent the team’s star, Luka Doncic, to the Los Angeles Lakers.    playMahomes: Luka trade ‘hurt,’ but I’m excited for his Lakers opportunity (0:29)Patrick Mahomes explains why he was hurt by the Mavericks’ trade of Luka Doncic to the Lakers. (0:29) NEW ORLEANS — Patrick Mahomes is preparing to play for the Kansas City…

Read More

The Eagles and Rams are reportedly slated to play in the league’s first regular season game in Australia ​The Eagles and Rams are reportedly slated to play in the league’s first regular season game in Australia    USATSI NEW ORLEANS — If the Philadelphia Eagles decide to play in Australia, they won’t be making the same deal as the last time they played an international game. The Eagles are reportedly set to play in the league’s first regular-season game in Australia, but owner Jeffrey Lurie will not give up a home game this time in order to do so. Per the…

Read More