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- 1Rising wheat, corn and sugar prices fuel new inflation fears●Lebensmittelpreise: Droht die nächste Inflationswelle? An den Rohstoffbörsen steigen die Preise für Weizen, Mais und Zuc
Prices for wheat, corn and sugar are climbing sharply on commodity exchanges, prompting concern in Germany that a new wave of food inflation is on the way. So far, the increases have barely reached supermarket shelves, but experts warn it is only a matter of time before shoppers feel the impact.
- 2Trump's FDA Nominee Sidesteps Questions on Settled Science●Trump's FDA Nominee Refuses to Answer Basic Questions on Settled Science [WATCH]
President Trump's nominee to lead the FDA faced a Senate hearing in which, according to Senator Patty Murray, the candidate declined to give direct answers on basic questions of settled science. Critics say the evasiveness raises doubts about the nominee's fitness to lead the agency that oversees drug and food safety, and the hearing moment has drawn wide attention online.
- 3Mike Baird quits as Cricket Australia chair amid Big Bash fallout●Baird quits as CA chair as Big Bash sell-off fallout continues Former NSW premier Mike Baird quits as the Cricket Austra
Former New South Wales premier Mike Baird has resigned as chair of Cricket Australia, stepping down as controversy intensifies over the privatisation of the Big Bash League. His departure deepens the governance turmoil at the sport's national body, with critics linking the sell-off plans to internal and external pressure. The resignation is expected to fuel further debate about the future ownership and direction of Australian domestic cricket.
- 4Walmart Bets on Groceries to Rival Amazon Prime●Walmart’s Grocery Business Is Emerging as Its Answer to Prime
Walmart's grocery business is increasingly being positioned as the retailer's answer to Amazon Prime, according to a new report. By building loyalty through everyday food shopping, Walmart appears to be turning its largest category into the foundation of a membership-style ecosystem that can compete with Amazon's subscription model for customer retention and spending.
- 5New South Wales trials battery models to extend solar benefits▼Australia’s NSW trials property-level and community battery models to extend solar benefits
Australia's New South Wales has launched trials of property-level and community battery models aimed at extending the benefits of rooftop solar to more households. The schemes will test how stored solar energy can be shared, easing grid pressure and lowering costs. The state is a leader in household solar uptake, making storage a key next step in its energy transition.
- 6Sydney school tells student to stop wearing keffiyeh●Wasim El-Haj was told by a Sydney public school to stop wearing a keffiyeh because it 'may cause discord.' The acting pr
Wasim El-Haj says a Sydney public school ordered him to stop wearing a keffiyeh, claiming it could 'cause discord'. The acting principal said the instruction came from above, possibly the NSW education minister, and the NSW Department of Education upheld the decision, arguing schools must remain neutral on global conflicts. Critics say the move singles out a cultural garment and raises questions about political interference in public schools.
- 7Democrats press RFK Jr. over undisclosed ethics agreement change●"Congressional # Democrats are pressing for answers from # Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over what they describ
Congressional Democrats are demanding answers from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over what they describe as a previously undisclosed change to the ethics agreement he made before his Senate confirmation. They argue the alteration raises questions about his credibility and adherence to commitments made during the confirmation process, and are pressing the Department of Health and Human Services for an explanation.
- 8Chris Hansen confronts questions about his own conduct in new series▼‘Primetime’ asks whether Chris Hansen is the predator. He’s sure of his answer.
Chris Hansen, the television host best known for confronting suspected online predators on 'To Catch a Predator', is facing his own scrutiny in a new series titled 'Primetime'. The program examines whether Hansen himself behaved like a predator, and Hansen rejects the accusation, saying he is certain of his answer. The reversal of his famous format is drawing wide attention.
- 9Huge bogong moth swarms delight NSW residents●'Thrilled': huge swarms of bogong moths surprise NSW residents and may point to species' recovery https://www.theguardia
Large swarms of bogong moths have appeared across New South Wales, surprising residents who have reported the insects arriving in big numbers. Conservationists and locals are 'thrilled', with scientists suggesting the swarms could be a sign the species is recovering after steep declines in recent years.
- 10Huge bogong moth swarms delight NSW residents in possible species recovery▼‘Thrilled’: huge swarms of bogong moths surprise NSW residents and may point to species’ recovery https://www. theguardi
Large swarms of bogong moths have surprised residents across New South Wales, and scientists are reportedly hopeful the influx may signal a recovery for the species, whose numbers had declined sharply in recent years. Reports describe people as 'thrilled' by the sight, with the mass appearance generating excitement and attention around the moth's famous seasonal migration to the state's alpine regions.
- 11USCIS Clarifies When an Immigrant Counts as Under 21●USCIS Answers Thorny Question of When an Alien ‘Is Under 21 Years of Age’
US Citizenship and Immigration Services has issued guidance addressing when an immigrant is considered 'under 21 years of age', a question with major consequences for immigration status and aging-out rules. The clarification matters to young immigrants who risk losing eligibility for certain protections or benefits once they turn 21. Immigration observers say the age determination has long been a source of confusion for applicants.
- 12Celtics NBA media day: Brown questions, Tatum answers expected▼What to expect at Celtics' NBA media day: Jaylen Brown questions and Jayson Tatum answers https://www.nytimes.com/athlet
The Boston Celtics are holding their NBA media day ahead of the 2026-27 season, and coverage is expected to center on Jaylen Brown facing questions about the team's direction while Jayson Tatum addresses reporters. The Athletic previews the main storylines, with Tatum's recovery and the roster's outlook likely to dominate the session as the new season gets underway.
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Mike Baird has resigned as chair of Cricket Australia, with the announcement coming amid fallout surrounding the Big Bash League. Baird, the former NSW premier, had led the governing body's board, and his departure leaves Cricket Australia seeking new leadership at a time of scrutiny over the BBL's direction and health. Details on his successor and the full reasons behind the move were not immediately clear.
- 14Tesla destroyed in suspicious Corte Madera fire●Bay Area Tesla owner seeks answers after vehicle destroyed in suspicious Corte Madera fire
A Tesla owner in the Bay Area is looking for answers after their vehicle was destroyed in a fire in Corte Madera, California. Authorities are treating the blaze as suspicious, and the owner says they want to know what caused it and who is responsible. The incident comes amid ongoing scrutiny of fires involving Tesla vehicles.