Coalition, Labor miss the mark on $347b spending claim
The opposition's claim Labor has added $350 billion in spending omits the impact of inflation, while Labor's response misconstrues the coalition's planned cuts.
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Global uncertainty played a role in rate cut: RBA
Slowing inflation helped convince the Reserve Bank to cut rates at its last meeting but uncertainty over tariffs was also a factor, the deputy governor says.
China has agreed to consider concerns about drills: NZ
New Zealand's foreign minister says he has raised concerns over China's live-fire drills in the Tasman Sea during meetings with Chinese leaders.
Lower costs, better value as airlines deal takes flight
A deal between Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia could strengthen competition and improve flight capacity in a '"major win" for passengers.
Australian companies invited to invest in Ukraine
Ukraine is calling on Australian companies to boost investment alongside the US after President Donald Trump pushed for a mineral extraction deal to recoup aid.
Experts fear nuclear plants would become war targets
If Australia builds nuclear capabilities, the reactors could be vulnerable to missile strikes and sabotage in the event of a war, say former defence chiefs.
Industry bailout steels Labor but poll pain persists
Labor still trails the coalition in exclusive latest YouGov polling as a federal election draws closer, despite voters backing a huge industry rescue package.
Trump dodges UK plea for Ukraine security guarantee
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says there can be no long-term peace in Ukraine without firm US security guarantees, an argument Donald Trump has dismissed.
Taiwan reaches out as China shrugs at Tasman navy drill
China employs grey-zone tactics to push the boundaries and create a new normal, says a Taiwanese envoy as the major power downplays its naval presence.
Israel postpones prisoner release over Hamas ceremonies
Israel is delaying the release of 620 Palestinians until it is assured Hamas will hand over hostages in Gaza "without humiliating ceremonies".
Trump revels in mass federal firings and jeers at Biden
Donald Trump says "nobody has ever seen anything" like his administration's sweeping effort to fire thousands of federal employees and shrink the US government.
Australia accused of ‘hyping’ Chinese naval drills
China has hosed down complaints about live-fire naval drills in international waters between Australia and New Zealand, saying its actions were lawful.
Labor ‘waited too long’ to announce big election pledge
With a federal election looming, an expert warns it will take more than a rate cut and a health promise to turn the political tides in Labor's favour.
Extreme concern as Ukrainians mark three years of war
Ukrainians have recounted chilling memories of the day Russian forces began invading three years ago as Canberra imposes further sanctions on Moscow.
Germany’s Merz faces tough talks to find coalition ally
Germany's conservative opposition leader will have to negotiate with Olaf Scholz's centre-left party to form a coalition after a national election.
Nuclear plan may miss nation’s energy goal by a decade
Switching from renewable energy to a nuclear power plan could push Australia's 2030 climate target out until 2042 and produce significantly more emissions.
Household solar panels create a ‘worry’ for energy boss
Australian households may face changes to the way rooftop solar is handled as electricity grids adapt to more renewable energy created during daylight hours.
Warnings consultants would replace axed public servants
Australians could wait in longer lines and pay more for government services under an opposition plan to cut thousands of public servants, a Labor minister says.
Ukrainians persist three years on from Russian invasion
As Russia's invasion of Ukraine reaches the three-year mark, Ukrainians and their supporters have turned out to show their resistance will never falter.
German election winner Merz seeks coalition with SPD
Germany's CDU leader Friedrich Merz says his conservative bloc has won a sufficient number of seats in elections to build a coalition with the Social Democrats.
Australia supports Ukraine as Trump trash talks leader
Australia's leaders have slammed Russia and urged the international community not to give "an inch" after Donald Trump attacked the Ukrainian president.
Hazy outlook fuels Reserve Bank caution on disinflation
Caution has been urged over future cash rate changes as uncertainty looms large over global policy, the impacts of rate decisions and the labour market.
Nation grinds to a halt without steel, industry warns
Rescuing Whyalla's steelworks is essential to maintain sovereign steel capability - vital to the economy and national security, the industry peak body says.
Struggle Street residents last to benefit from rate cut
Rate relief has been delivered to Australian mortgage holders, yet the Reserve Bank governor says renters may have to wait a while longer to gain any benefit.
Trump loyalist Kash Patel confirmed as FBI director
The US Senate has approved Kash Patel as Donald Trump's FBI chief despite concerns about his qualifications and fears he'll go after the president's opponents.
ASIO’s threat to life priority a ‘hierarchy of hate’
Anti-Semitic attacks are ASIO's top priority when dealing with threats to life, but the Palestinian community has concerns other forms of hatred are diminished.
Top cop warned of huge job as leadership crisis deepens
A former police chief has spoken of a "herculean task" to turn the force around as internal battles and a state's fight against rising crime continues.
No more myki: passengers set for ticketless travel
Victorians are set to get ticketless public transport travel, with train passengers soon able to tap on and off with bank cards and their phones.
Hamas frees Israeli hostages in Gaza as body identified
Hamas has freed five more Israeli hostages in Gaza as a body released by the militant group hours earlier is confirmed to be that of Israeli mother Shiri Bibas.
China conducts second live-fire drill near New Zealand
A Chinese warship has conducted a second live-fire drill in as many days, according to New Zealand navy personnel.
Germany’s far-right party to gain ground in the west
Long seen as having a stronghold in eastern Germany, the far-right Alternative for Germany is poised to make major gains in the west this election.