World Cup (Australia): The Socceroos booked a World Cup last-32 spot with a 0-0 draw against Paraguay, with Jordan Bos praised as a standout right wing-back after Jacob Italiano’s injury, and coach Tony Popovic calling it a “special day” as Australia prepares for the next round. World Cup (global): The 2026 tournament smashed a goals record before knockouts, with the USMNT’s early surge helping set a new all-time mark even as the US lost to Türkiye. Health (Australia): Australia’s first lung cancer screening program has reached nearly 100,000 participants, detecting more than 230 lung cancers, with equity and fast rollout highlighted. Workplace culture (Queensland): A teachers union is demanding an independent review into alleged harassment at Marist College Ashgrove after reports involving female staff. Money (Australia): PayID usage keeps climbing, showing Australians increasingly expect faster, safer payments than traditional bank transfers. Biosecurity (Australia): H5 bird flu has been detected in wild birds, prompting tighter surveillance and concern for poultry impacts. Sports tech (Australia): Tabcorp and DAZN Bet launched WorldPlay, a World Cup bracket prediction platform starting in Australia. Media/tech (Australia): A study says more than 85% of under-16s are still using social media despite Australia’s ban. Corruption (Australia): A parliamentary inquiry heard the national anti-corruption watchdog has been handled “timidly” and secretively.