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Chariot Resources is accelerating its lithium play in Nigeria, securing key exploration licenses and renewals that bring them closer to owning a major hard-rock lithium portfolio. With high-grade spodumene samples and government approvals in hand, they’re poised to convert shareholder loans into equity in C&C Minerals — all while expanding their U.S. projects to solidify their position as a global...

After a six-and-a-half-year legal saga, a judge has finally ordered Donald Trump to pay E. Jean Carroll nearly $5.8 million — including the original $5 million judgment plus interest — following the Supreme Court’s refusal to hear his appeal. Though Trump’s team labeled the ruling a “witch hunt,” Carroll’s lawyers say he’s simply stalling. Carroll plans to invest the funds for retirement, while a...

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s landmark three-day Australia visit is drawing massive crowds and global attention, hailed as unprecedented in scale and significance. With tens of thousands expected in Melbourne and a sold-out event, Modi’s popularity among the large Indian-Australian diaspora — now the largest overseas-born group in the country — underscores deep cultural ties. The trip coin...

A Midtown Manhattan skyscraper once owned by Pfizer is in crisis after severe structural damage—buckled beams and sagging floors—forced a full block evacuation. Though officials initially downplayed the risk, crews worked overnight to stabilize the 21st-floor issue, and by Wednesday, streets reopened and displaced residents returned. The building’s massive conversion from office to residential has...

Chef Khanh Nguyen’s new restaurant Ashe drops jaws with its “impossible cake” — a 17-hour, 25-attempt masterpiece blending Vietnamese iced coffee and wattleseed that flips and separates during baking. After years of dreaming since his kitchen debut, Nguyen’s menu fuses his Vietnamese-Australian roots with Southeast Asian flair: banh-mi-inspired pâté, pho-spiced beef tendons like prawn crackers, an...

A 29-year-old trainee doctor, Ryan Cho, has pleaded guilty to 13 charges after secretly installing hidden cameras in staff bathrooms at three major Melbourne hospitals, recording hundreds of women without their knowledge. The scandal erupted last July when a phone was found in a bag at Austin Hospital, revealing footage of Cho setting up the devices. Investigators later uncovered thousands of imag...

A boxer’s joke about domestic violence surging on Origin night sparked outrage—research confirms a 40% spike in abuse during the game. His casual comment, meant to hype fans, dangerously trivializes a crisis affecting countless lives, especially as women continue to be killed by men. Experts warn such public figures, especially athletes, must use their platform to champion respect, not ridicule, a...

Locksley Resources and Rice University just cracked the code on extracting ultra-pure antimony from low-grade ore using revolutionary DeepSolv tech—no pre-concentration needed, low-temperature, way cleaner than old smelting. They’ve even refined it into metallic form, proving the process works end-to-end. With antimony critical for national security and US supply chains, this breakthrough could re...

The Gold Coast has become Australia’s most expensive rental market, with median rents hitting $900 a week — and climbing to $950 for houses and $850 for units. Driven by a severe shortage of housing and a flood of high-end new builds, prices are soaring across the country, especially in capital cities. Renters are feeling the squeeze in a landlord’s market fueled by rising interest rates and near-...

When nuclear bombs drop and the world ends, five lesbians in a fallout shelter must figure out how to repopulate the planet — one quiche at a time. This wild, irreverent comedy by Evan Linder and Andrew Hobgood, winner of Best Overall Production at the NYC Fringe, brings laughs, innuendo, and unexpected discoveries to the stage at ACT Hub. Directed by Jarrad West, it’s a madcap, mayhem-filled romp...

Queensland’s big water infrastructure move is here: CPB Contractors and NACAP are set to build the Toowoomba to Warwick Pipeline, a $300M project delivering reliable water and 400 local construction jobs. Phase one hits Greenmount and surrounding towns, with phase two to Warwick pending future decisions. Managed by Seqwater, construction kicks off before year’s end — boosting resilience, attractin...

US launches fresh strikes on Iran in retaliation for attacks on oil tankers, declaring an interim ceasefire off the table as tensions escalate over control of the vital Strait of Hormuz — a chokepoint for one-fifth of global oil — with President Trump warning of escalating consequences if Iran continues its aggression. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/disco...

Fed meeting minutes reveal deepening divisions as economists split on whether to hold or hike rates — with inflation pressures from tariffs, AI boom, and Middle East conflict intensifying, forcing the Fed into a tough call amid conflicting forecasts and political tensions. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai...

Tensions soar as the U.S. ramps up strikes on Iran, while a critical emergency services glitch left 21 people stranded—unable to dial triple zero. On the sports front, the Maroons crash to a 30-12 defeat at the hands of the Blues, with the victors’ coach firing back at critics. Meanwhile, top consulting firms face a corporate probe over alleged audit failures, exposing shaky practices in the busin...

Australia’s first personalized medicine clinic for immune diseases has launched at Canberra Hospital, blending cutting-edge tech with deep genetic and environmental analysis to craft bespoke treatments. This breakthrough moves beyond generic therapies, targeting root causes for more effective, side-effect-reduced care. One patient’s father gained ten extra years of life thanks to the treatment — a...

Narendra Modi’s historic three-day visit to Australia is drawing a massive crowd of 30,000 mostly Indian-Australian fans in Melbourne, turning his arrival into a cultural spectacle akin to a Bollywood star or cricket legend. Beyond the celebration, the visit signals deepening ties between the two nations, with key diplomatic talks underway between Modi and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, includin...

Zac Bailey’s future at Brisbane is in flux as Adelaide dangles a ten-million-dollar offer, while the Lions counter with a seven-year deal worth nearly $1.2 million annually—coach Chris Fagan remains hopeful Bailey loves playing for Brisbane. Fagan’s tired of speculating about player futures, especially Bailey’s and Lachie Neale’s, though Neale’s departure seems more likely. Despite the noise, Faga...

When Telstra’s massive network outage hit Australia, it didn’t just disrupt phones—it brought trains to a halt. Trains rely on Telstra’s 4G network for real-time safety data, location tracking, and even passenger Wi-Fi. Without it, rail operators couldn’t manage routes or ensure safety, forcing cancellations in Victoria and NSW. The outage, blamed on a “timing problem” in Telstra’s infrastructure,...

Christian Brothers, a Catholic order accused of covering up child sexual abuse, are now claiming they can’t afford to pay victims — even as they’ve offloaded millions in assets, some for just $1. Survivors call it a betrayal, especially after a court froze many pending cases, leaving them in legal limbo. While the Brothers say they’re financially broke, evidence shows billions were moved to shield...

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge is furious over a $1,000 staging fine handed to player Will Lewis, who was penalized for going down during a game — despite medical evidence proving he was hit in the solar plexus and lost his breath. Beveridge claims the AFL ignored the club’s medical report, setting a troubling precedent where staying down, regardless of injury, can trigger penalties. He war...

A baby in critical condition after being allegedly shaken in Perth is fighting for life, while a 25-year-old relative faces charges. Meanwhile, Woodside seeks convictions over a gas stunt that triggered a massive evacuation, and chaos erupts at an airport as high-vis workers swarm terminals — plus, a robot vacuum goes off like a bomb in a home, sending a neighbor stumbling out. Listen in comfort:...

An 80-year-old man with dementia went missing from Red Hill shops Wednesday evening, sparking a community search — but thanks to public vigilance, he was safely found just hours later, reminding us all to stay alert and look out for one another. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-l...

NSW just clinched the State of Origin series, and coach Laurie Daley is firing back at critics he says had hidden agendas—no names, but the timing screams at the media before Game Two. Daley’s not backing down, demanding accountability from those who critique without stepping onto the field. Meanwhile, the NRL admits a bunker error cost Queensland a late try, sparking outrage from legend Cameron S...

A Liberal senator sparks controversy after calling triple-zero during a major Telstra outage — a move that’s illegal and could carry jail time. While Labor condemns her actions as “utterly irresponsible,” her colleague defends her, calling the backlash politically motivated. Senator Henderson stands firm, insisting she’s holding the government to account — and refuses to apologize. Listen in comfo...

Canberra’s food scene just got a fiery upgrade with the arrival of Hunter & Barrel’s fifth Aussie location — a steakhouse that’s all about letting premium Australian ingredients shine over open flames. With a bold design inspired by the land and a menu built around elemental, fire-cooked perfection, this new spot isn’t just serving steaks — it’s celebrating the raw, primal joy of great food in a c...