Counting continues in Peru election, runoff likely
Around half of Peru's official election result remains outstanding as thousands of voters return to the polls for a second day after earlier delays.
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Eye-watering drone spend dismissed as ‘window-dressing’
Australia will spend up to $15 billion to beef up its drone capabilities over the next decade, but a defence expert has warned it won't go far enough.
‘Dangerous garbage’: coalition migration plan panned
The coalition's hardline plan to end non-discriminatory migration based on acceptance of ''fair go" Australian values has drawn widespread criticism.
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Unions lobby to unlock fuel cap for workers who drive
Australia's peak union body is calling for fuel allowances for workers to be increased to help them meet rising costs at the bowser.
Hungary election winner Magyar eyes unblocking EU funds
The winner of Hungary's election Peter Magyar has promised to restore the "system of checks and balances" on coming to power.
‘Resilience’ rewarded as ex-premier receives top honour
A former premier's service to public health, education and multiculturalism has been formally recognised with the nation's highest civilian honour.
Resources minister defends gas companies amid tax push
The gas lobby says a new levy on LNG exports will make Australia "uninvestable", arguing comparisons to countries like Norway don't stack up.
‘Circle of life’: major reshuffle as senior MPs quit
Three state ministers have called time on their political careers, triggering a major cabinet reshuffle and factional carve-up as an election looms.
Pope Leo pushes back at Trump in feud over Iran war
Pope Leo has responded to President Donald Trump's criticism over the US-Israel war in Iran, saying the Vatican's peace appeals are rooted in the Gospel.
Navy boss to navigate defence through choppy waters
The head of Australia's navy has been tapped to lead the country's entire defence force, with the controversial AUKUS deal just one of his many challenges.
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Australia won’t join Trump’s Strait of Hormuz blockade
Australia has not been asked to help stop ships travelling through the critical Middle East waterway and doesn't expect to be, the prime minister says.
Spoils of Iran war to deliver Chalmers a budget boost
The federal budget will be billions of dollars better off, even with added spending, because of higher commodity prices and inflation, a top economist says.
Peru election marred by delays as Fujimori leads count
Keiko Fujimori, daughter of former president Alberto Fujimori, narrowly leads Peru's national election - a vote hit by delays as it heads to a run-off.
Hungary PM Orban out after 16yrs in election earthquake
Hungary's nationalist leader Viktor Orban, a close ally of both Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, has lost power after 16 years in office.
Richest state could fuel up for ‘tough’ times
A cashed-up state government could build its own emergency fuel reserve while still expecting to receive its cut of the national stockpile.
RBA to sift through jobs data as world watches Hormuz
The labour market will be top of the economic agenda in the coming week, while speaking engagements from central bank officials will be closely studied.
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More cost relief on table as Aussies asked to save fuel
The impacts of the energy crisis will likely continue even if a Middle East ceasefire holds, the government warns as it prepares to roll out an ad campaign.
Vance walking away from US-Iran talks without deal
Lengthy talks between the US and Iran have ended with neither side shifting on their terms for ending the war that's disrupted global fuel supplies.
There’s a problem with making public transport free
Cutting public transport fares is great for people who already catch it but doesn't do much to help those for whom it is too inaccessible or infrequent.
Xi reaffirms ‘one China’ to Taiwan opposition leader
China won't tolerate independence for Taiwan, President Xi Jinping has told the island's opposition leader Cheng Li-wun during her visit on a "peace mission".
Peter Dutton lands LNP-appointed investment gig
Former opposition leader Peter Dutton has been appointed to a new role to bolster mining and defence investment in his home state.
Taiwan opposition leader meets Xi in visit to China
China won't tolerate independence for Taiwan, President Xi Jinping has told the island's opposition leader Cheng Li-wun during her visit on a "peace mission".
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Australia inks fresh fuel supply deal with Singapore
Australia's largest supplier of refined fuel will continue to provide petrol and diesel amid global uncertainty as part of a new agreement.
ADF boss weighs in on Middle East military capabilities
The head of Australia's military has pushed back on suggestions the country would not have the capability to send a navy ship to the Middle East.
Melania Trump raises Epstein, denies any connection
US first lady Melania Trump has delivered a statement denying ties to Jeffrey Epstein and calling for a congressional hearing for survivors of his abuse.
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Experts pour water on ‘speculative’ oil field proposal
An energy expert is pointing to logistical and political hurdles to oil drilling in Australia as climate campaigners pour cold water on a proposal.
Albanese seeks out fuel supply deal in Singapore visit
The prime minister is hoping an agreement with Australia's largest provider of oil can be reached as the Middle East conflict causes global volatility.
Australia and Israel at odds over Lebanon ceasefire
Lebanon must be included in a temporary truce in the Middle East, Australia says, warning motorists will pay the price at the bowser if the conflict drags on.
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World economy counts cost of war as strait closes again
The economic costs of conflict are greater than severe natural disasters and can leave scars that last for a decade, the world's "financial firefighter" says.
More fuel to flow after deal but no price relief yet
An export deal will allow Australia's two refineries to bring in more fuel to regions hit hardest by petrol and diesel shortages.
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Israeli strikes put Iran war truce in further jeopardy
US President Donald Trump's fragile ceasefire is teetering as Israel continues it bombardment of Lebanon and Iran continues to blockade the Strait of Hormuz.