US to stop collecting Trump tariffs ruled illegal by supreme court 23. February 2026 (09:57) Dollar slumps and gold rises as authorities say they will halt levies linked to emergency powers but give no word on refundsBusiness live – latest updatesDonald Trump’s administration has said it will stop collecting tariffs the supreme court ruled were illegal as they were imposed using emergency powers, as investors attempted to digest the US president’s latest volley of replacement levies.The US dollar slumped 0.4% against a basket of other currencies on Monday after the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency said it would deactivate all tariff codes associated with International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) related orders as of Tuesday at midnight (5am UK time). Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Drives me crazy: Mumbai residents plead for respite from ‘musical road’ 23. February 2026 (09:00) Motorway stretch plays music as a safety feature but those close to it say ‘intrusive’ noise is constant and distressingResidents of one of India’s most upmarket neighbourhoods say the country’s first “musical road” has turned their daily lives into a nightmare soundtrack.A stretch of Mumbai’s recently opened Coastal Road seafront expressway has been engineered to play the pulsating Oscar-winning tune Jai Ho from the movie Slumdog Millionaire when vehicles drive on it at lower speeds. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Tammy Shipley drank 67 glasses of water before her death in custody from water intoxication, inquest hears 23. February 2026 (08:12) Coroner to examine whether police told prison staff about Aboriginal woman’s acute mental health conditions, despite previous arrest under mental health actWarning: This article contains reference to an Indigenous Australian who has diedFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastTammy Shipley was recorded on CCTV drinking at least 67 cups of water in 12 hours before she died in custody of water intoxication, a coronial inquest has heard.The 47-year-old mother of fivedied while being held on remand at Silverwater women’s correctional centre in New South Wales on 20 December 2022, after being arrested on minor shoplifting charges.Indigenous Australians can call 13YARN on 13 92 76 for information and crisis support; or call Lifeline on 13 11 14, Mensline on 1300 789 978 or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636 Continue reading...(The Guardian)
NSW prepares for possible return of Islamic State-linked women and children from Syria 23. February 2026 (08:12) Premier Chris Minns says state has been working with federal government as group of 11 women and 23 children attempt to leave refugee campGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastNew South Wales authorities are preparing for about a third of the group of Australian women and children linked to Islamic State fighters to return to the state, if authorities in Syria allow them to leave the Roj refugee camp.The premier, Chris Minns, said the state government had been discussing the possible return of some of the 11 women and 23 children with federal government agencies since late 2025, and a strong law enforcement response was expected. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Alleged victim of former NSW MP tells court he didn’t understand their meet-up was for a sexual encounter 23. February 2026 (08:01) Man, now 22, told jury he messaged friend after the alleged incident saying he had anxiety and stomach painsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA former politician’s alleged sexual abuse of a young teen caused mental struggles for the boy as he tried to process what happened, a jury has heard.Ex-state MP Rory Amon, 36, has pleaded not guilty to a swathe of criminal acts against a 13-year-old boy at a Sydney apartment complex in 2017. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Trump Tower planned for Surfers Paradise will be Australia’s tallest building and ‘best resort’, local developer claims 23. February 2026 (07:48) Gold Coast mayor says he looks forward to considering a ‘formal development application’Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Trump Organization has announced plans to build a tower on Australia’s Gold Coast – a project its local partner claims will be the tallest building and “the best” resort in the country.The US president’s business arm said the Trump International Hotel & Tower Gold Coast will be his brand’s first project in Australia, releasing a statement on Monday to announce the “landmark development” would “rise in the heart of Surfers Paradise … one of the world’s most iconic beachfront destinations”. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
The tragedy of Punch the monkey: why do mother animals abandon their offspring? 23. February 2026 (07:13) Footage of Punch, a seven-month-old Japanese macaque, has gone viral around the world after he was rejected by his mother and formed a bond with a soft toyA baby monkey in Japan has captured hearts around the world after videos of him being bullied by other monkeys and rejected by his mother went viral last week.Punch, a Japanese macaque, was born last July at Ichikawa zoo. He has drawn international attention after zookeepers gave him a stuffed orangutan toy after he was abandoned by his mother. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
BBC presenting duties to be shared for World Cup – but who will host the final? 23. February 2026 (07:00) Corporation says there are ‘no favourites’ among MOTD trio Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Gabby LoganWhen the BBC split the task of presenting Match of the Day between three prominent broadcasters, executives were clear – there were to be “no favourites” among the new hosts Kelly Cates, Gabby Logan and Mark Chapman.That mantra is now being underlined as the corporation prepares its coverage for this summer’s World Cup. It is understood producers are ensuring that the trio have an equal number of programmes to present once the tournament kicks off in Mexico City. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Chris Baghsarian: evidence linked to Sydney kidnap victim, 85, discovered in burnt-out car as search continues 23. February 2026 (05:27) NSW police say they found links between the car and abandoned Dural property 11 days after man abducted in case of mistaken identityFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastForensic evidence linked to Sydney grandfather Chris Baghsarian has been found in a burnt-out car, with police searching bushland for any further clues 11 days after he was kidnapped in a suspected case of mistaken identity.Acting Det Supt Andrew Marks on Monday urged the public to share any footage they may have of the grey Toyota Corolla, which was found burnt out in Westmead last Tuesday. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
Grindr tests AI match-making in Australia amid dating app fatigue and safety concerns 23. February 2026 (04:55) New subscription features on app for gay and bisexual men come with a price tag – from $109.99 a month in Australia to $349 in the USFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAmid dating app fatigue and concerns over the safety of its users, Grindr is testing out highly priced subscriptions that will incorporate AI into finding people matches.The app for gay and bisexual men shows users’ profiles in a grid for those in the immediate vicinity, with photos, stats and bios aimed at letting users find people to meet who are a match, ranging from hook-ups to dating. Grindr says it has 15 million monthly active users worldwide. Continue reading...(The Guardian)
