Trump to raise global trade tensions with new tariffs
After weeks of growing concern, President Donald Trump is set to announce his barrage of promised tariffs that could set the stage for a global trade war.
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Outback town reels as Mother Nature opens the floodgate
A town is reeling from record flooding after a levee broke, inundating every business and impacting 90 per cent of homes in the southwest Queensland community.
Sweeping US tariffs create ‘uncertainty’ for Australia
Donald Trump's "unwarranted" decision to impose tariffs on Australia and other trading partners has rattled investors and left exporters facing an anxious wait.
‘Not the act of a friend’: PM, Dutton decry US tariffs
Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs have "no basis in logic", Anthony Albanese says, as Peter Dutton accuses the prime minister of neglecting the US relationship.
Soaring rents slow down as tenants pushed to the brink
Rents remain at record highs in every capital city despite a slowdown in price growth, says a report that finds low supply leaves landlords with the upper hand.
Stressed Kasatkina launches Aussie tennis life in style
Daria Kasatkina has overcome a bag of nerves to kick off her new life as an Australian tennis player with a straight-sets victory at the Charleston Open.
Russia, Ukraine trade blame on energy truce breaches
Russian and Ukrainian forces have accused each other of attacks on energy facilities, providing the United States with reports of alleged violations.
New Israeli corridor to divide Gaza Strip: Netanyahu
Israel plans to establish another security corridor that divides the Gaza Strip, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says.
Amazon, OnlyFans founder make bids for TikTok: reports
Amazon has reportedly put in a late bid to purchase short video app TikTok from Chinese owner ByteDance while Zoop says it is also in the running.
Trump’s sweeping tariffs stoke a global trade war
US President Donald Trump's across-the-board tariffs have provoked threats of retaliation and sparked fears about their impact on the global economy.
NRL deny Knights’ bid to sign women’s rugby great
Newcastle have missed out on signing women's rugby great Portia Woodman-Wickliffe, with the NRL refusing to register the contract due to an ambassador role.
Broncos’ Walsh thrives on Ponga boost in Maroons duel
Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh has pledged his allegiance to Australia in representative football despite his diverse heritage.
‘King of Kong’ reigns supreme over YouTube knight
An Australian YouTuber saw himself as a knight wanting to slay a dragon but ended up defaming a Donkey Kong and Pac-Man champion, a judge has ruled.
McRae reaches out to Voss ahead of Pies-Blues clash
Collingwood coach Craig McRae has not forgotten about his friendship with Michael Voss, reaching out to the under-pressure Carlton mentor.
Matildas back captain Kerr after UK court case
Matildas star Emily van Egmond has thrown her support behind Sam Kerr, saying there's no need for the injured striker to stand down from her captaincy role.
‘Horrible’ mistaken identity in train tracks death
Police initially wrongly identified the body of an Indigenous teenager, who was mysteriously found dead on rural train tracks 37 years ago, a coroner has heard.
Giants’ Hogan feels for Reid ahead of Eagles clash
Knowing himself how harsh being under the spotlight can be, GWS star Jesse Hogan says he feels for heavily criticised West Coast star Harley Reid.
Whiz kid Konstas earns first Cricket Australia contract
After bursting onto the scene during the Boxing Day Test, teenager Sam Konstas has been promoted to Cricket Australia's contracted players list.
Richmond’s Balta free to play before assault sentencing
The AFL is comfortable in allowing Richmond's Noah Balta to return to play just days before being sentenced for assault, chief executive Andrew Dillon says.
Papley sidelined, key Swans slow to overcome injuries
Tom Papley has joined Sydney's lengthy injury list, while Tom Doedee could make his long-awaited Brisbane debut via the VFL after back-to-back knee injuries.
Richmond forward Mansell found guilty of rough conduct
Richmond's Rhyan Mansell will serve a three-game AFL ban after being found guilty of rough conduct for an incident that concussed St Kilda's Liam O'Connell.
Dogs back Mahoney, Ciraldo reacts to new NRL crackdown
Cameron Ciraldo says his Canterbury players know they can't fall victim to the NRL's latest head-high contact crackdown.
Eagles unfazed by co-captain’s meeting with Hawks coach
West Coast chief executive Don Pyke insists there's nothing unusual about Eagles co-captain Oscar Allen meeting with Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell.
South Korea court to rule on President Yoon impeachment
A South Korean court will deliver its decision at the end of the week as to whether to reinstate President Yoon Suk Yeol or remove him permanently.
Former judge’s corrupt conduct appeal hits snag
Former senior judge Walter Sofronoff's bid to shed a corrupt conduct finding over his handling of a Bruce Lehrmann inquiry could be tossed out before it begins.
Tszyu’s rival threatens no-show amid judging furore
American boxer Joey Spencer and his team may be a no-show from a scheduled showdown with Tim Tszyu over fears of a fair go with three Australian judges.
Patience is Wright approach as Reds’ cavalry returns
The time-frame on Liam Wright's latest shoulder injury is open-ended but the Queensland Reds will welcome back a host of others for their clash with the Chiefs.
‘Historic moment’ as conversion therapy outlawed
New laws protecting LGBTQI people from "abhorrent" conversion practices have been welcomed as a "historic moment".
Incarceration crisis: youth laws to face UN scrutiny
Australia's juvenile justice system could come under international scrutiny as one state seeks to make its youth crime laws even tougher.
Stadium still the goal as report sinks boot into plan
Proponents of a waterfront stadium to host a new AFL team say they are committed to the project despite a report estimating it will cost much more to build.
Still no room for Talagi as Penrith fight form slump
Gun recruit Blaize Talagi has again been overlooked for game time even as out-of-sorts Penrith lose more players to injury.