The federal government believes the global economy is headed for another downturn warning Australia might not be immune.

Labor is under pressure to outline what extra military support it's offering the people of Ukraine.

Optus is being investigated by the Information Commissioner after the major data breach affecting almost 10 million customers.

In sport, Australian all-rounder Mitch Marsh says he's enjoying being back in the middle as he works back to full fitness ahead of the T-20 World Cup.

And in entertainment, Britney Spears claims her mum slapped her after her infamous late night partying antics with Paris Hilton and Lindsay Lohan.