New attacks on shipping as Iran war talks hit impasse
US military says it has fired on a ship in Gulf of Oman to enforce its blockade of Iranian ports.
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New Zealand PM Luxon survives, sacks plotting minister
Chris Luxon has stared down his detractors, winning a second confidence vote this year to stay as New Zealand Prime Minister ahead of the November 7 election.
Syrian court sentences Assad to death for war crimes
Ousted Syrian leader Bashar Assad has been sentenced to death in absentia, along with his brother, for crimes during the country's brutal civil war.
‘We’re coming’: police launch illegal tobacco crackdown
Federal agencies have launched a nationwide crackdown on the sale and supply of illegal tobacco, as more than 100 service stations are raided.
Contentious work-from-home laws pushed beyond election
A newly-minted premier has delayed the start of work-from-home laws and declared "sensible" changes are in the offing as the Victorian election nears.
Lobbyist for developer defends digging up dirt on MP
A corruption inquiry has been told details of a dirt file created about a former state minister which was intended to discredit the MP.
Gaffes, polls put New Zealand PM Luxon on the brink
Amid poor polling and a series of gaffes three months out from an election, New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Luxon has called a snap meeting on his leadership.
New boss named to lead union movement after turbulence
Australia's new top trades union leader has been announced, following a surprise resignation several weeks ago.
Bird flu ‘tsunami’ set to cause Aussie wildlife carnage
A "doom list" classes one in five Australian mammal and bird species as facing extreme risk from the deadly H5N1 virus as authorities race to vaccinate animals.
Gambling reform deal edges closer as division remains
Labor is confident of securing a deal for controversial gambling reforms, despite concerns the measures do not go far enough to reduce harm.
Control tactics, abuse ‘rife’ at church private school
Former students and church members have detailed disturbing claims of financial, psychological and social control at a religious private school.
‘Put people first’: landmark AI probe to set guardrails
The opportunities of artificial intelligence and the risks it poses to humanity will be considered by a royal commission that "puts people first".
‘We die’: disabled voices warn against NDIS cuts
A major overhaul of Australia's national disability program has secured bipartisan support but advocates have warned the changes could have deadly consequences.
Talks leave Labor odds-on to win gambling reform stoush
Contentious gambling reforms are on track to pass parliament with bipartisan support, despite fears from opponents the changes don't go far enough.
Inflation numbers to bring relief for mortgage holders
The Reserve Bank is widely tipped to keep interest rates on hold, but economists are still warning inflationary risks remain.
Premier pens deal with ChatGPT developer on US trip
South Australia has inked an agreement with the developer of the world's most popular artificial intelligence chatbot, ChatGPT.
First inland bird flu case sparks ‘alarm bells’
Concerns for native birds are growing as two positive cases of bird flu in another state suggest the virus is spreading rapidly across the continent.
Russian attacks pound Kyiv as air defences fall short
Russian attacks on Kyiv and its surrounding region have killed four people, including a child, as Ukraine continues to struggle with depleted air defences.
US appeals court blocks Trump’s ballroom, work halts
The US appeals court has demanded work stop on President Trump's ballroom, saying he is "a temporary tenant, not the owner, of the White House".
Pressure mounts on Labor to strengthen gambling reforms
Labor is holding firm on gambling laws despite growing calls across the parliament for inducements and all advertisements to be outlawed.
Australia’s biggest polluters to face emissions review
Regulations that limit emissions from Australia's biggest polluters will come under scrutiny in a review that could reshape the scheme.
Blurred extremist ideologies challenging intervention
Violent extremism is increasingly driven by mixed and unstable belief systems rather than clear-cut ideologies, a royal commission has heard.
Cut-price smart glasses trigger privacy investigation
Australia's privacy watchdog has been asked to examine issues with smart glasses as access to the technology grows and a cut-price version sells out in stores.
Fauci, in contempt of US Congress, could be prosecuted
A US Senate committee has voted to hold Dr Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to answer hearing questions about the COVID pandemic.
Iranian soccer players granted Australian citizenship
Two women from Iran's national soccer team who sought asylum in Australia following an Asian Cup game are celebrating after being granted citizenship.
Myanmar’s leader in Thailand on legitimacy quest
Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing is visiting Thailand as part of the junta chief-turned-president's efforts to win political acceptance on the world stage.
‘Scam’: Uber drivers and dog walkers in Hanson’s sights
One Nation's leader says the Australian migration system fails to prioritise the skills the economy actually needs, which is worsening the housing shortage.
Labor’s rivals revive push for full ban on gambling ads
Minor parties and independents are preparing amendments to Labor's "friendless" proposed gambling reforms before parliament returns to Canberra.
Fugitive developer offered $100K to Perrottet brother
Controversial property developer Jean Nassif dangled a $100,000 political donation in front of a former premier's brother, phone taps have revealed.
Why old office buildings are vacant despite demand
Businesses seeking office space are gravitating to the most expensive end of the market even if it means paying more up front, fresh data suggests.
Power play: national law could curb data centre demands
Data centres in every state and territory could be required to supply their own renewable energy if changes are introduced at a national level.