The People's Union USA, a self-described “grassroots movement” founded by John Schwarz, is encouraging Americans to refrain from making non-essential purchases on Friday.

New Zealand's Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Andrew Bayly has resigned his ministerial positions after what he described as an "animated discussion" that ended with him putting a hand on a staffer's arm.

The 1755 cottage relocated to Fitzroy Gardens is spray-painted and a nearby statue is damaged.

Researchers have identified Batemans Bay on the NSW South Coast as a potential new hotspot for Buruli ulcer, a rare infection caused by Mycobacterium ulcerans. The findings, published in PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases, suggest the disease could spread further across the state, mirroring patterns observed in Victoria.

The star's other hits included The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face and Feel Like Makin' Love.

Alt: a cat wearing sunglasses with the words sounds good to me behind it