World briefing

Maxwell invoked her Fifth Amendment rights during a virtual deposition; her lawyer stated she would speak openly if granted clemency by Trump.

Sussan Ley emphasized the importance of unity as speculation grows that Angus Taylor may challenge for the Liberal leadership.

President Trump stated he would delay the opening of the $4.6 billion bridge until the US is compensated and made false claims about Canada's trade with China and hockey.

The judge ruled the law discriminates against federal agents by not applying to them, while requiring officers to display identification.

Multiple Muslim organizations condemned police actions during a protest in Sydney, calling for an apology and police commissioner’s resignation following the disruption of prayer and use of force.

Lauren Mastrosa, 34, wrote a book involving adult roleplay as a toddler, leading to charges of child abuse material in Sydney.

Guthrie's family reports her missing in Tucson; FBI offers a $50,000 reward; investigation ongoing with no suspects identified.

Maxwell, serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking, refused to answer questions about Jeffrey Epstein and related topics during a virtual deposition before the House Oversight Committee.

An immigration judge in Boston concluded DHS failed to prove Öztürk was removable, ending her deportation proceedings.

Bianca Jones and Holly Morton-Bowles, both 19, died from methanol poisoning in Laos in 2024; court fines for involved staff were $185.

Three US lawsuits filed by Scarlett Pavlovich in 2025 were dismissed, citing jurisdiction issues and lack of evidence.

A report states Serco removed motivational and decorative artworks from court custody suites in England and Wales, citing management instructions.