Author: damazah@gmail.com

Key eventsLisa CoxGreat news for travellers: Australia to ditch paper arrival cards for incoming travellersThe days of filling out paper arrival cards are to end for millions of travellers arriving in Australia on international flights.The Albanese government has announced it will roll out digital passenger cards to all Australian international airports and seaports after a “successful” trial on Qantas flights into Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne. Photograph: Patrick Hamilton/AAPThe paper forms, which ask passengers arriving in Australia for personal information and to declare any food, plant or animal products, have long been an annoyance for travellers arriving on long-haul flights.Read more…

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for freeRoula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.A nationwide “virtual registry” of people living with dementia has been launched with the aim of speeding up the discovery of new treatments, with financial backing from the UK government, philanthropic foundations and the pharmaceutical industry.The platform will bring together 180 existing research databases or population health studies in order to improve access to clinical trials, while boosting the UK as a destination for life sciences investment.It has been named BARBARA — the Brain Ageing Registry for Biomarkers, Access to trials, Research…

I’ve been testing LED masks for a couple of years now, and the CurrentBody Series 2 red-light face mask has long been my favourite option for anti-ageing. It’s comfortable, offers excellent coverage and powerful deep near-infrared treatments. Sadly, it doesn’t work for other skin concerns. It’s a one-trick pony.The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more.So, when I heard that CurrentBody had launched its Multi Light Therapy mask with five different modes, I was interested to see how it would stand up to the stellar performance of its predecessor.…

A key adviser to Andy Burnham has said he will be focused on “dealing with the cost of living in the short term” if, as expected, he becomes prime minister.Former Labour minister Miatta Fahnbulleh told the BBC she expected people “at the bottom” would have “more money in their pockets” under a Burnham government.She said any policy decision would be up to Burnham but added “we do need to find ways to give people respite and that’s about money in their pockets”.Fahnbulleh has been drawing up policy plans for a Burnham government ahead of his expected coronation as Labour leader…

Children who live near a beauty spot say they are concerned the river through their village is “dying” after conducting water quality sampling.Pupils from Dedham Church of England Primary School in Essex asked a local climate action charity to help them investigate pollution in a stretch of the River Stour popular with swimmers, paddleboarders and tourists.Year Four teacher Emily Keeley said the children were “really quite disheartened to find it was so polluted” but were passionate about raising awareness of the issue.”If we don’t look after our world, there’s no planet B and if we don’t fix it, then there…

Jannik Sinner successfully defended his Wimbledon title with a four-set victory against French Open champion Alexander Zverev on Centre Court.World No 1 Sinner bounced back after wilting in the Paris heatwave in the second round at Roland-Garros to claim his fifth Grand Slam title with a 10th straight victory over Zverev – 6-7 (7-9) 7-6 (7-2) 6-3 6-4. It was also a 100th Grand Slam match win for the Italian, who earned royal approval from the Prince and Princess of Wales, Prince George and Princess Charlotte in the front row of the Royal Box. Instagram This content is provided by…

By Ayo Onikoyi Ace comedian and compere, Bovi has described as “Psycho” anyone who believes that Portugal superstar Ronaldo is better than Argentine legend Leo Messi, admonishing that one should not go into business with them. Speaking during a live session on his Instagram page, the ace comedian said a person’s opinion on the Ronaldo-Messi rivalry could reveal how they perceive reality, joking that it should serve as a test before entering into a business partnership. “If a person says matter-of-factly that Ronaldo is a better footballer than Messi, pick up your shoes and run. Don’t do business with that…

The Lagos State Task Force says it impounded 309 motorcycles during a coordinated enforcement operation along the Lagos-Badagry Expressway aimed at improving traffic flow, restoring order and strengthening security along the busy corridor. The operation is the latest in a series of enforcement exercises by the Lagos State Government targeting commercial motorcycle operators on restricted routes as authorities intensify efforts to enforce traffic, environmental and public safety regulations. Conducted in collaboration with the Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources and supported by the Lagos State Police Command, the exercise also targeted illegal structures, street trading and other…

Toggle PlayLindsey Graham, hardline backer of US-Israeli wars, dies aged 71NewsFeedUS senator Lindsey Graham, a key ally of Israel and one of Washington’s most prominent foreign policy hawks, has died aged 71 after a sudden illness, leaving behind a controversial record of supporting US military interventions.Published On 12 Jul 202612 Jul 2026Click here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharegoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo

Italy’s Jannik Sinner beats Germany’s Alexander Zverev 6-7 (7-9) 7-6 (7-2) 6-3 6-4 to claim his fifth Grand Slam.Published On 12 Jul 202612 Jul 2026Jannik Sinner was at his clinical best as he successfully defended his Wimbledon title with a bruising four-set victory over French Open champion Alexander Zverev in the final.The world number one recovered from losing the first set in a match largely dominated by serve, eventually wearing Zverev down to secure a 6-7 (7/9), 7-6 (7/2), 6-3, 6-4 win on Sunday.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of listThe Italian was rewarded for his perseverance in the contest…