Schools to stay open as teachers strike over pay deal
Public school teachers have rejected a state government's pay offer and will launch strike action next week.
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Remaining Iranian soccer players join A-League training
Two remaining Iranian soccer players have trained with a local club after five others who initially also sought asylum in Australia reversed their decision.
Cuba’s electric grid collapses, millions without power
Around 10 million people in Cuba have been left without power after the national grid collapsed amid a US-imposed oil blockade.
Bold reforms urged to boost flagging Aussie innovation
Tax changes, more grants, and targeted training are among the recommendations of a sweeping review of Australia's research and development industry.
US partners reject call for Hormuz warship escorts
Israel says it has drawn up plans for at least three more weeks of war as it hit sites across Iran while Iranian drone attacks temporarily shut Dubai airport.
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AI could devalue your degree, federal government warns
AI could make soft skills like judgment more important for workers than traditional university degrees, assistant minister Andrew Leigh will say in a speech.
Trump-Xi meeting could be delayed, White House says
A White House spokeswoman says it is possible US President Donald Trump's visit to China could be delayed.
AFL club admits ‘error of judgment’ on Bondi tribute
The Sydney Swans have apologised over an AFL pre-game tribute to the Bondi terror attack victims that failed to mention the Jewish community.
‘Hand in hand’: Danish royals talk up Australia ties
Anthony Albanese has hailed Australia's "great affection" for the Danish royal couple while hosting them ahead of Queen Mary's return to her home town.
Intensifying storm looms for flood-soaked communities
A possible tropical cyclone looks set to bring more wild weather to parts of northern Australia still recovering from record-breaking flooding.
Emergency global stockpile oil coming soon, IEA says
Emergency oil reserves from Asia and Oceania will be available immediately, the International Energy Agency says as it details the release of stockpiles.
Family kidnap claims as Iranian soccer players return
As only two members of the Iranian women's soccer team remain in Australia, the local diaspora says families of those seeking asylum are being targeted.
Economic chiefs meet to clear path to Trump-Xi summit
Economic chiefs from China and the US are set to meet in Paris to clear a path to an anticipated summit between presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.
Dodgy tobacco stores in sights but no ‘silver bullet’
Inspectors and police will be able to shut down stores selling illegal tobacco, as another state tries to tame the thriving black market in dodgy durries.
Interest rate hike ‘no slam dunk’ amid Iran uncertainty
Traders and economists widely expect the Reserve Bank to lift interest rates but uncertainty over the Iran war could convince the board to keep them on hold.
More Iranian women soccer players to leave Australia
Some of the Iranian women soccer players granted asylum to Australia have reneged on staying and will head back to Iran at a highly volatile time.
Protesters attack Cuba communist party office in riot
People in a city in Cuba have taken to the streets in a protest over power cuts that turned into a riot targeting the local communist party office.
Trump warns of more strikes on Iran’s oil export hub
US President Donald Trump has warned of more strikes on Iran's Kharg Island as he pressures allies to send warships to help secure the Strait of Hormuz.
State finally launches ticketless travel – with a catch
Train passengers in one state will finally be able to pay fares with bank cards or iPhones, but the system will only be available to some commuters.
Deadly Russian strike on Kyiv with peace talks stalled
Russia has struck Ukraine with missiles and drones, killing at least four people, as peace talks between Moscow and Kyiv remain postponed.
Arrested T-shirt protester slams slogan crackdown
A teenager forcibly arrested at a protest for wearing a shirt marked with six words says new laws cracking down on slogans don't protect anyone.
Women judges hold the line against gender justice gap
A small Pacific nation is leading others when it comes to female judiciary representation but disparities around the world affect how justice is delivered.
Servos under the pump over quickfire fuel price hikes
Petrol and diesel prices were hiked dramatically almost straight after war broke out in the Middle East, the consumer watchdog has found.
Police back e-bike crackdown after two teenagers die
Two teenagers riding an e-bike have died in a horrific head-on collision with a Harley Davidson, raising more questions about the safety of the devices.
Revealed: secret robodebt scandal report made public
Investigations into politicians and public servants involved in the unlawful debt collection scheme have been finalised with the release of a secret chapter.
US to release 172 million barrels of oil from reserve
The US will begin releases from its strategic petroleum reserve next week in a bid to reduce oil prices.
Seats lost, regional voters ‘betrayed’ in revamp
An electoral review has recommended scrapping seats, changing boundaries and renaming electorates as one state redraws the political map.
Keto comeback: Palmer promises another yellow avalanche
Clive Palmer has told Australians to prepare for billboards, banners and junk mail as he is set to make another tilt for parliament in the 2028 election.
‘No time for grudges’: artist duo’s eyes set on Venice
Two artists dumped then brought back as Australia's representatives for the prestigious Venice Biennale want attention on their work, not an earlier fracas.
Former PM cleared, two robodebt officials found corrupt
Two bureaucrats won't face criminal charges despite a watchdog finding they carried out corrupt conduct through the unlawful robodebt scheme.
Late drama as Iranian player changes mind on asylum
Iranian soccer players granted asylum in Australia have had to be moved to a safer place after a teammate inadvertently gave away their location.