Melbourne-born American TV host Savannah Guthrie has announced a $1 million reward for information leading to the whereabouts of her mother, Nancy, who was abducted from her home 24 days ago. The reward comes alongside a $500,000 donation to the National Centre for Missing and Exploited Children. Law enforcement continues to investigate the case, including examining images of a masked man captured during the investigation.

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The United Kingdom has implemented new border control requirements for Australian travellers, mandating an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) costing $32 for entry. Dual Australian-British citizens face additional complications, requiring either a valid British passport or a Certificate of Entitlement costing over $1,100. Qantas and Singapore Airlines have temporarily eased restrictions, allowing dual citizens to travel with a current Australian passport and an expired UK passport issued in 1989 or later.

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Former Prince Andrew faces unprecedented criticism in the British House of Commons, where MPs broke with royal convention to describe him as rude, arrogant and entitled. The debate centred on his conduct as trade envoy, with anecdotes emerging of him disparaging government achievements to foreign dignitaries, making controversial comments about the military, and demanding luxury accommodation. UK Trade Minister Chris Bryant delivered a scathing assessment as the government agreed to release documents relating to Andrew's role, which is currently under police investigation.

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Donald Trump delivered the longest State of the Union address in history, speaking for one hour and 48 minutes about America's economy, tariffs, and potential conflict with Iran. The speech came four days after the Supreme Court struck down most of his reciprocal tariff agenda, ruling the import taxes on virtually every country illegal. Trump addressed the Iran situation, stating his preference for diplomacy while emphasising he will never allow the nation to possess nuclear weapons.

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Australia's latest inflation figures show headline inflation steady at 3.8% while underlying inflation has risen to 3.4%, remaining outside the Reserve Bank's target band of 2-3%. Treasurer Jim Chalmers attributes the stubborn inflation to federal government energy rebates, while Shadow Treasurer Tim Wilson criticises government spending levels. The Reserve Bank board will meet on 16 March to decide on potential interest rate changes.

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Police have arrested a 26-year-old man following the interception of a vehicle on the Hume Highway, where officers allegedly discovered 43 kilograms of methylamphetamine valued at $2.5 million. A subsequent raid on an Albion home uncovered $50,000 in cash and Pokemon cards. The man has been charged with trafficking drugs between Victoria and New South Wales.

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was evacuated from the Lodge in Canberra for three hours following a bomb threat. Specialist teams swept the premises but found nothing suspicious. The threat may be linked to an upcoming performance by a New York-based Chinese dance company that has been targeted by Beijing for years.

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Operation Shelter, a specialised police taskforce established after the Bondi terror attack, has been made a permanent 24-hour rapid response unit. Hundreds of officers armed with high-powered rifles will form the squad dedicated to targeting hate crimes. The unit will patrol and monitor threats around places of worship, transport hubs and public gatherings based on gathered intelligence.

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An 89-year-old man has been hospitalised after driving his Mercedes into the path of a train at the Victoria Street level crossing in Brunswick. The collision resulted in the Upfield line being suspended for most of the afternoon, though the driver is expected to make a full recovery despite his car being severely damaged.

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Two men, aged 40 and 43, attempted to carjack a 48-year-old father at knifepoint outside an elite Kew school in Melbourne. The offenders forced the man from his Mercedes but couldn't start the vehicle, fleeing on foot to hide in nearby bushes for over four hours before being arrested by police. Both men have been charged with carjacking and other offences, while the victim was uninjured but shaken.

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