Reporting from the Hobe News archive
Israeli defense companies have been barred from participating in the Netherlands’ largest military exhibition, the NEDS show in Rotterdam, Globes reported, citing Israeli sources. The annual event, scheduled for…
The federal government has published a list of 29 childcare centres that have consistently failed to meet national quality standards, following through on its pledge to “name and shame” underperforming services.…
President Donald Trump on Tuesday assured that U.S. troops would not be deployed to help defend Ukraine against Russia, clarifying remarks from the previous day in which he appeared to leave the possibility open.…
In a rare personal attack on a foreign leader, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has lashed out at Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, calling him a “weak” politician who “betrayed Israel” and…
Famous Dutch cyclist Mathieu van der Poel will not race in the 2025 UCI Road World Championships that will happen in Kigali, Rwanda from September 21 to 28, 2025. Van der Poel decided to skip the race because the road…
Israel has said it will deliver its response by Friday to international mediators over a new Gaza ceasefire plan accepted by Hamas, as international pressure mounts to end a war that has killed more than 62,000…
Newly elected One Nation senator Warwick Stacey has resigned from the Australian Senate, citing personal health issues, just months after securing his seat. Stacey, a former British army officer, was elected in May,…
Pharmaceutical giant CSL has announced it will slash nearly 3,000 jobs worldwide, in a sweeping cost-cutting program aimed at streamlining its operations and safeguarding future growth despite reporting higher profits.…
APR Women’s Football Club is getting more help from its leaders so it can become as strong as the men’s team. The team started two years ago and now wants to grow and improve. The Chairman of APR FC, Brig Gen Déo…
The meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and several European leaders produced two main outcomes: plans for a future meeting between Zelensky and Russian President…
Since assuming office in 2022, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has placed ordinary Australians at the center of his government’s priorities. His leadership is defined by a commitment to making life fairer, more…
Australia experienced a week filled with dramatic rescues, chilling crimes, and extraordinary discoveries, capturing both national and international attention. Miraculous Escape at Cabarita Beach In New South Wales, a…
Dar es Salaam, August 18, 2025 – The Kisutu Resident Magistrate's Court in Dar es Salaam has banned live broadcasting and online streaming of opposition leader Tundu Lissu’s treason trial, citing the need to protect…
Uganda is facing a confluence of humanitarian, political, and economic challenges, even as the country celebrates sporting triumphs and attracts international attention through global media projects. Uganda, home to…
Viktor Gyökeres, the new Arsenal striker signed from Sporting Lisbon for £63.5 million, struggled in his first Premier League match as Arsenal beat Manchester United 1-0 at Old Trafford. The 27-year-old Swedish forward…
Arsenal have said no to a deal from Real Madrid. Real Madrid wanted to take William Saliba from Arsenal and give them Rodrygo Goes in return. Arsenal’s coach, Mikel Arteta, wants to make the team stronger, especially…
Israel’s foreign minister Gideon Sa’ar, has revoked the visas of Australian representatives to the Palestinian Authority, escalating tensions after the Albanese government cancelled the visa of a far-right Israeli…
Rayon Sports Football Club has been told by FIFA to pay22,500$ (over 30 million Rwandan Francs) to their former coach Robertinho from Brazil. FIFA says Rayon Sports ended the coach’s contract in a wrong way. The club…
Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Olivier Nduhungirehe, wrapped up his official visit to Australia with a special stop in Brisbane, where he connected with the Rwandan community through Hobe Australia at…
Australia recorded its coldest temperature of the year overnight, with the chill coinciding with yet another stretch of heavy rain and flooding threats for Sydney and much of the east coast. According to 9News, at…
Donald Trump has claimed that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy could bring an end to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine “almost immediately,” suggesting responsibility for peace lies in Kyiv rather than Moscow. In a…
The M23 rebel movement on Sunday, August 17, accused coalition forces of the Congolese government of launching a deadly offensive against densely populated areas using heavy artillery and kamikaze drones. According to…
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Olivier J. P. Nduhungirehe, on Saturday, August 16, joined the Rwandan Community Abroad (RCA) in Queensland, Australia, in celebrating Umuganura, Rwanda’s…
Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Amb. Olivier Nduhungirehe, has commended the strong ties between Rwanda and Australia as the two countries move towards celebrating 20 years of…