‘No going back’ on Greenland, Trump vows
Donald Trump has doubled down on his pledge to seize control of Greenland, refusing to rule out taking it by force and threatening to upend historic alliances.
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‘Selfless, remarkable’: pioneer and ex-governor dies
Dame Marie Bashir, the country-born daughter of immigrant doctors who rose to become one of NSW's longest serving and most revered governors, has died aged 95.
Netanyahu agrees to join Trump’s Board of Peace
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted US President Donald Trump's invitation to join his Board of Peace.
Lockout laws dead in big boost for night-time economy
Laws that prevented punters from getting a drink after 3.30am have been scrapped, in what advocates say should breathe more life into a $110 billion sector.
Luxon sets November 7 as New Zealand poll day
Prime Minister Chris Luxon has named November 7 as New Zealand's election day, but Kiwis may not take kindly to a 10-month election campaign.
Mugshots, Hells Angels feature on Trump’s anniversary
On the first anniversary of his return to the White House, Donald Trump has surprised reporters with a long news conference touting his purported achievements.
Nationals quit front bench en masse after policy split
The coalition is on life support after eight Nationals frontbenchers quit the shadow cabinet in protest after the resignation of three of their colleagues.
State rejects national gun buyback, another undecided
A national gun buyback scheme has been rejected by one state while another appeared non-committal after legislation was rushed through the Senate.
Trump doubles down on Greenland but ‘won’t use force’
US President Donald Trump told the World Economic Forum in Davos he is seeking "immediate negotiations" to acquire Greenland, but said he would not "use force".
Ley’s leadership in peril as Nationals jump off wagon
With the coalition breaking up for a second time due to its "untenable position," Sussan Ley's hold on the Liberal leadership appears to be slipping.
‘A grieving nation’: PM’s apology as Bondi dead mourned
A national day of mourning for those killed in the Bondi attack has culminated in an emotional memorial service and a personal apology from the prime minister.
Healthy jobs market spells rate pain for borrowers
Upcoming inflation data will be make or break for a Reserve Bank rate hike decision following stronger than expected jobs figures, economists say.
Trump flags Greenland deal ‘everybody’s happy with’
After weeks of rhetoric that shook the NATO pact and risked a new global trade war, Donald Trump has dropped threats to impose tariffs on European allies.
Trigger pulled on gun buyback as laws pass parliament
Gun reforms that Labor says would have banned the two Bondi shooters from owning firearms have passed parliament with support from the Greens.
Coal exit delay risks spooking clean energy investment
The ageing Eraring coal-fired power station will close in 2029, a two-year delay that could undermine investment in solar, wind, storage and transmission.
US Dept of Justice probe into Fed chair sparks backlash
The Trump administration's criminal investigation of Fed chair Jerome Powell has triggered a backlash that threatens to undermine the White House's goals.
Central bankers defend Fed’s Powell after Trump threat
Fed chair Jerome Powell has the backing of fellow central bankers from Europe to Australia after the Trump administration threatened him with criminal charges.
Trump urges Iran to keep protesting, ‘help on its way’
More than 2000 people are reported to have been killed in Iran's protests that were sparked by the country's dire economic conditions.
Clintons may face contempt for refusing Epstein probe
Bill and Hilary Clinton may face contempt charges after refusing to testify at a Republican-led investigation into the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Greenland PM picks Denmark over US ahead of Vance meet
US President Donald Trump has recently stepped up rhetoric about taking control of Greenland, but the autonomous territory says it "stands united" with Denmark.
World bank CEOs, including Australia, back Fed’s Powell
Global central bank chiefs, including Australia's Michele Bullock, have issued a rare joint statement, backing US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.
Decision made on bid to stop Brisbane’s Olympic stadium
The federal government has rejected an application to stop work on the 2032 Brisbane stadium site but appointed a mediator to "avoid harm to cultural heritage".
Iran warns of strikes on US bases if attacked
Deaths from Iran's protests have risen to almost 2600 as Tehran warns it will attack US bases if President Donald Trump follows up threats of military action.
Trump repeats desire for Greenland after crunch talks
A high-stakes meeting on Greenland has ended with US President Donald Trump insisting he wants the island and Denmark and Greenland saying that's unacceptable.
Iran warns of retaliation if US and Trump strike
With Iran's leadership trying to quell domestic unrest, Tehran is seeking to deter US President Donald Trump's repeated threats to intervene.
Dumped author to consider festival return after apology
A major writers' festival is in damage control as it apologises for dumping a Palestinian-Australian author in a move that triggered a mass boycott.
Alarm bells as Murray declared critically endangered
Listing the beleaguered Murray River as critically endangered must be backed with action if it is to be saved, environmentalists say.
Neo-Nazi’s defiant vow in bail bid over ‘rape’ charge
A former lieutenant of Australia's neo-Nazi network has distanced himself from the group amid claims he called for the "rhetorical rape" of a politician.
PM pledges help for flooded graziers ‘doing it tough’
Anthony Albanese has boosted financial support for outback communities impacted by devastating floods as an ex-tropical cyclone threatens to return.
Wait and see: Trump sees Iranian crackdown easing
After warning the US could intervene on behalf of Iranian protesters, President Donald Trump now sees the regime's repression and killings subsiding.
Europeans prepare military exercises in Greenland
Military personnel from several European countries are heading to Greenland in what they say is a bid to boost the territory's security.