Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong has pledged to keep tariff-free access for Pacific Island goods, after Fiji was hit by a 32% US tariff, in a speech positioning Australia as a reliable partner to the region amid global aid cuts.

Bengaluru is reeling from torrential rainfall, resulting in three fatalities, widespread flooding affecting 500 homes, and significant infrastructure disruptions. The intense downpour, exceeding stormwater drain capacity, submerged streets, uprooted trees, and halted public transport. With more rain forecast, the city grapples with outdated drainage systems struggling to manage the impact of rapid urbanization and climate change.

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