By Scott Murdoch (Reuters) -Australian oil and gas producer Santos said on Monday it intended to support an $18.7 billion takeover bid from an international consortium led by Abu Dhabi's National Oil Company (ADNOC),

Adelaide-based Santos said that XRG, comprised of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, Abu Dhabi Development Holding Company and US private equity fund Carlyle, had tabled an indicative cash offer of US$5.76 a share — equivalent to A$8.89 — which represented a 28 per cent premium to the company’s closing share price last week.

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(Reuters) -Shares of Australian bourse operator ASX dropped on Monday after the country's securities regulator launched an investigation into the company, citing "repeated and serious" operational failures.

The small "Labubu" furry dolls, featuring quirky monster characters, from Chinese toy retailer Pop Mart are drawing huge crowds, including many adult shoppers, to stores in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.

Amazon.com Inc. plans to invest A$20 billion ($13 billion) in Australia between this year and 2029 to develop its data-center infrastructure.

Australia's securities regulator said on Monday that it has launched an investigation into Australian bourse operator ASX's governance, capability and risk management practices.

The 2021 pact, meant to help counter China’s ambitions in the Asia Pacific, will be examined to ensure that it meets “America First criteria,” a U.S. official said.

Australia’s defense minister has dismissed concerns that a deal between the U.S., Australia and Britain to provide his country with nuclear-powered submarines could be in jeopardy, following a report that the Pentagon had ordered a review.

Dahua's latest WizColor TiOC Pro series has launched in Australia. With its reliable full-colour surveillance that works without blinding lights, the product is well-suited to meet the needs of Australian residents seeking smarter and less intrusive home security.

Batting worries and ageing bowlers - BBC Sport looks at the issues facing Australia five months out from this winter's Ashes.