Biden says no Gaza ceasefire deal soon
US President Joe Biden says he does not see a ceasefire deal for Gaza being struck between Israel and Hamas anytime soon.
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Abortion pill still under threat in US despite ruling
Efforts by abortion opponents in the US to restrict the drug mifepristone may not be over despite a Supreme Court ruling preserving access to the pill.
World leaders’ meet on Ukraine fails to isolate Russia
China's no-show at a summit where world leaders will discuss how to end the war in Ukraine is a blow to Kyiv's bid to isolate Moscow.
G7 focus switches to China, Pope to lead AI discussions
Talks at the G7 meet in Italy are set to focus on the China challenge after a Ukrainian loan deal was struck on the summit's opening day.
South Africa governing alliance emerges as MPs convene
ANC leader Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to win a new term as South Africa's newly elected parliament convenes to choose a president.
China’s Li signals demand for New Zealand dairy, meat
China anticipates increasing demand for high-quality goods such as dairy, health products, beef and lamb from New Zealand, Premier Li Qiang says.
Age a central issue in US election as Trump turns 78
The ages of rival presidential candidates Donald Trump and Joe Biden often receive more attention than substantive policy issues in the run-up to the US poll.
Kyiv rejects Putin’s offer of peace for more land
Kyiv has rejected Russian President Vladimir Putin's "absurd" offer of peace, which is contingent on Ukraine giving up four contested territories.
US to give Sudan a further $A477m in humanitarian aid
The US has promised a further $A477m in humanitarian funds to Sudan and called on the country's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces to stop blocking aid.
Kate in first public appearance since cancer diagnosis
Princess Kate has attended the King's birthday parade - her first appearance since she was diagnosed with cancer and paused public life to receive treatment.
G7 confronts China on commerce, pope talks about AI
G7 leaders say they want to level the commerce playing field with China, while the pope has warned of the perils of AI during his historic appearance.
South African foes unite in uneasy coalition
The prospect of the African National Congress governing alongside the white-led Democratic Alliance does not sit well with many Black South Africans.
Labour will win if people vote for Farage, says UK PM
If Britain votes for Nigel Farage's right-wing Reform UK - who polled above the incumbent Conservatives - Labour will win the election, the prime minister says.
Ship ablaze after attack by Yemeni Houthis: report
A Palau-flagged cargo ship is on fire and sinking, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations says after an apparent attack by Houthi rebels.
Kate waves to crowds at Trooping the Colour parade
Kate, Princess of Wales, has ridden in a covered carriage with her three children to watch a military parade to mark the official birthday of the King.
Eight Israeli soldiers killed amid fighting in Rafah
The Israeli military says eight of its soldiers have been killed in a blast in the south of the Gaza Strip.
Bitter clash over tax as UK election battle intensifies
Britain's Tories are focusing on tax under Labour as fresh opinion polls show the governing party well and truly on the ropes ahead of the general election.
Biden slams US Supreme Court at star-studded fundraiser
Hollywood celebrities George Clooney and Julia Roberts were among the guests at a fundraiser for Joe Biden that raised $42 million for his re-election campaign.
G7 leaders back deal to use Russia interest for Ukraine
G7 leaders have agreed in principle to issue $A75 billion of loans for Ukraine using interest from Russian sovereign assets frozen after Moscow's invasion.
UK Labour stakes election on wealth creation
UK Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has delivered his manifesto for the upcoming general election promising to rebuild the country.
UN Security Council demands halt to siege of Sudan city
Sudan's paramilitary group must immediately end its "brutal and unjust" siege of al-Fashir in the North Darfur region, the UN Security Council says.
China offers NZ visa-free travel, infrastructure funds
China and New Zealand have signed trade agreements after bilateral talks as part of a three-day visit by Premier Li Qiang.
US says Hamas seeks changes to Gaza ceasefire plan
A Hamas official denies US claims it has put forward new ideas to a proposed ceasefire deal between the militant group and Israel.
France’s Macron asks rivals to unite against far right
French President Emmanuel Macron has defended his shock call for a snap election after the far right's strong showing in a recent European vote.
Sunak booed, ghost of Corbyn haunts Starmer in UK poll
Britain's prime minister has been challenged and his election rival taken to task in a televised event ahead of the UK election in July.
WHO says mass starvation in Sudan a ‘very real risk’
The World Health Organisation has warned there is a real risk of mass starvation in parts of Sudan as conflict prevents access to medicine.
Ukraine eyes US security deal, Zelenskiy visits Jeddah
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has visited Saudi Arabia for talks amid reports the US will sign a security deal with Ukraine at the G7.
IFP says it will join ANC, DA South African unity govt
The leader of the Inkatha Freedom Party says it will join a proposed government of national unity in South Africa.
Macron suspends voting reforms in New Caledonia
Plans for voting reforms in New Caledonia which sparked unrest have been suspended, French President Emmanuel Macron says.
Malawi VP Chilima, nine others, killed in plane crash
"I'm sorry to inform you all that it has turned out to be a terrible tragedy," Malawi's president has said after the death of the nation's vice president.
Hunter Biden faces up to 25 years jail over conviction
US President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden faces up to 25 years in prison after being convicted by a jury of lying about his drug use to buy a gun in 2018.