Sam Konstas strengthens bid for Australia’s opening spot

A Lebanese drone targeted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s residence, prompting him to reaffirm Israel’s stance against Iran-backed militants. Netanyahu highlighted the recent killing of terrorist leader Yahya Sinwar by the IDF and emphasized their commitment to victory. Meanwhile, Hezbollah escalated the conflict with rocket attacks on northern Israel, including areas near Haifa and Safed.

New Orleans police fatally shot a suspect who drove a truck into a crowd on Bourbon Street, killing ten and injuring over 30 during New Year’s Eve celebrations. The attack is being investigated as an act of terrorism. Authorities are also looking into the possibility of an explosive device at the scene.

An Indiana man and MAGA insurrectionist, who was pardoned by President Donald Trump for his involvement in the riot at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, was fatally shot while allegedly resisting arrest. Preliminary investigation reveals that Matthew Huttle was pulled over by Jasper County sheriff’s depuy for a traffic stop, according to the…