Harris to mark 60th birthday as Trump hits McDonald’s
After appearing with singer Lizzo in Detroit, Kamala Harris is marking the beginning of early voting in the US presidential election - and her 60th birthday.
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N.Korean troops in Russia ‘ready for combat in Ukraine’
South Korea's spy agency says 1500 North Korean troops have been shipped to Russia and are expected to be deployed for combat in Ukraine.
Trump says would impose tariffs if China invades Taiwan
Donald Trump says he would impose tariffs on China if were to "go into Taiwan", and US military intervention would not be needed there under his leadership.
Harris, Trump spar over who has stamina to be president
Donald Trump says he is exhilarated, not tired, as he defended himself in the face of questions about his stamina on the campaign trail.
Russia and Ukraine swap prisoners of war
Russian and Ukrainian prisoners of war have been returned to their respective nations in a swap deal mediated by the United Arab Emirates.
Drone strike launched at Israeli prime minister’s house
A drone has been launched toward Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's home in the northern Israeli town of Caesarea.
Australia provided support for US air strikes on Yemen
American B-2 stealth bomber strikes on underground weapons storage facilities in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen received support from Australia.
US Secret Service needs ‘fundamental reform’: report
The US Secret Service has "deep flaws" that need to be resolved urgently, a report says.
Trump blames Zelenskiy for starting war with Russia
Donald Trump has slammed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy for failing to seek peace with Russia.
Zelenskiy says North Korean officers already in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has accused North Korean troops of preparing to fight alongside Russian forces in his country.
Israeli forces kill Hamas leader in Gaza gun battle
Western leaders say the Hamas chief's death offers an opportunity to end the conflict but Israel insists it will keep fighting until all hostages are returned.
Israeli army ‘checking’ if Hamas leader Sinwar killed
The Israeli military says it is "checking" the possibility that it has killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar after an operation in the Gaza Strip.
Shock and grief at death of One Direction’s Liam Payne
The death of former One Direction singer Liam Payne at an Argentine hotel has sparked an outpouring of grief from fans and music stars.
Ex-Wallabies captain Elsom sentenced to five years jail
Former Wallabies rugby union captain Rocky Elsom has been convicted by a French court in absentia and an international warrant has been issued for his arrest.
Harris grilled on Fox News over immigration and Biden
Kamala Harris has told Fox News that her presidency "will not be a continuation of Joe Biden's presidency" if she wins the US election.
NATO chief reacts cautiously to Ukraine ‘victory plan’
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has reacted cautiously to Ukraine's desire for a quick invitation to join the military alliance as part of a "victory plan".
Iran warns Israel against payback for missile barrage
An Iranian commander has warned Israel against retaliation for its October 1 missile barrage while fears have grown of a wider Middle East conflict.
‘Victory plan’ unveiled in precarious times for Ukraine
Ukraine and its allies must "change the circumstances" to end the war with Russia, says President Volodymyr Zelenskiy as he unveiled a "victory plan".
Israel strikes Beirut and major southern Lebanese town
The United States says it opposes the scope of Israeli attacks on Lebanese capital Beirut amid a rising death toll and fears of wider escalation.
Xi says China willing to be a friend with the US
President Xi Jinping says China-US relations are among the most important bilateral relations in the world.
Trump says economic policies won’t boost US debt
Donald Trump says he will levy a high tariff on vehicles assembled in and imported from Mexico - as high as 200 per cent.
Hezbollah says Israel to face pain but also urges truce
Hezbollah's deputy leader say the Lebanese militia is open to a ceasefire with Israel but also warned the country it faces pain.
Canada boots India diplomats, links them to Sikh murder
India's top diplomats have been expelled by Canada over alleged involvement in murder and other acts of violence against South Asian dissidents.
US warns Iran to stop plotting against Trump
The Iranian government has been warned any attempt on Donald Trump's life would be seen as an act of war, a US official says.
Harris blasts Trump’s ‘enemy from within’ comments
Kamala Harris has warned voters in the swing state of Pennsylvania that a second Trump term would be dangerous for the US.
Israel strikes Lebanon town, UN concern on peacekeepers
An Israeli strike on a northern Lebanese town has killed at least 21 people as the UN expresses strong concern over its peacekeeping force coming under fire.
France’s Le Pen outlines defence against graft charges
Far right leader Marine Le Pen is in a Paris court defending her use of European funds to pay her French party staff.
Zelenskiy says Ukraine ‘stands firm’ in Kursk region
Ukrainian troops are holding strong and counterattacking in Russia's Kursk region, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.
Putin ordered Novichok attack, spy tells UK inquiry
An ex-Russian double agent who was found slumped on a UK bench says his Novichok poisoning must have been sanctioned by President Vladimir Putin.
Biden tours Florida’s storm-hit streets after Milton
US President Joe Biden has toured communities in Florida after the second major storm in as many weeks pounded the region.
Man with loaded gun arrested near Trump rally
A man was arrested at a security checkpoint near Donald Trump's Coachella rally after he was allegedly found with two guns and a high-capacity magazine.