Rubio meets Pope Leo amid tensions with Trump
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has held talks with the Pope at the Vatican after weeks of attacks by President Donald Trump on the pontiff over the Iran war.
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First ‘ISIS bride’ fails in court bid for freedom
One of the so-called "ISIS brides" who arrived from the Middle East has been denied bail on terrorism charges while two more wait to know their fate.
Super shake-up wins support as budget savings spruiked
Changes to the superannuation performance test will unlock more investment opportunities, the sector says, but concerns are raised over the scheme's integrity.
Pope and Rubio commit to stronger ties, Vatican says
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Pope Leo XIV have discussed "topics of mutual interest in the Western Hemisphere," a US readout of the talks says.
‘Decline’: housing downturn looms as rate hikes bite
Higher rates and affordability pressures are threatening to push the housing market into a decline, with prices in the two biggest cities already on the slide.
Price impact uncertain from gas reservation scheme
Households have not be guaranteed how much gas prices in east coast markets will come down under a reservation scheme.
Leader admits lost trust as by-election struggle looms
One Nation and an independent are in the box seat to claim the federal seat of Farrer after more than 70 years of being in coalition hands.
Checkmate: Bishop quits top job at prestigious uni
A new chancellor will be appointed at one of Australia's top universities after the resignation of former Liberal minister Julie Bishop.
Full steam ahead: billions more locked in for rail line
The federal taxpayer's stake in Victoria's massive Suburban Rail Loop public transport project has ballooned to $6 billion, as regional rail gets the axe.
Noisy, smelly and thirsty: call to pause data centres
Australia is on track to become a world leader for data centres powering the AI revolution but experts say their approvals need greater scrutiny.
Labor plots budget housing boost to fend off One Nation
Jim Chalmers hopes slashing red tape and winding back investor tax breaks will convince voters the dream of home ownership is still alive.
One Nation claims historic win in litmus test poll
Hoots and cheers have rung out at One Nation headquarters as the party won its first lower house seat at a by-election.
Australian Jews detail ‘unfair’ backlash linked to Gaza
The chance to share their experiences of bullying, harassment and fear in the face of anti-Semitism has been years in the making for many Jewish Australians.
Ex-minister challenges UK PM after local elections loss
A former UK minister says she will challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for the top job if none of the members of cabinet step forward.
Budget builds up to shift for ‘broken’ housing market
An extra $2 billion will be pledged in the budget to build sewerage and roads for new homes as the treasurer frames housing policy as a remedy to populism.
Israel deports two detained over Gaza-bound flotilla
Israel has deported two activists detained under suspicion of having links to a terrorist organisation, after their Gaza Strip-bound flotilla was intercepted.
Federal budget to dominate the economic agenda
The government will do well to resist spending a "tantalising" budget windfall, as boosting demand while supply is constrained could result in more rate hikes.
Big state fuel buffer to protect against foreign shocks
South Australia could stockpile up to 20 million litres of diesel, touting a bigger fuel buffer than larger jurisdictions, as states rush to lock in supplies.
‘Need to do more’: Labor to lift lid on housing reform
Australians are under financial pressure and the government cannot "just sit back", the prime minister says, as his treasurer prepares to hand down the budget.
Coalition rejects rival camp after losing swag of votes
The Nationals leader is optimistic the Farrer by-election will be an anomaly and is his setting sights on the federal election to regain ground on One Nation.
UK PM Keir Starmer launches political fightback
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is pinning his hopes on a rallying speech to revive his government's fortunes as some of his own Labour MPs urge him to resign.
State clears rape kit backlog and cuts DNA delays
A state plagued by forensic failures has cleared a backlog of rape kits and slashed major crime delays by 70 per cent, promising faster justice for victims.
US DOJ indicts ex-FBI director James Comey over post
Ex-FBI head James Comey has been indicted again in a probe over a social media photo that officials say constituted a threat against US President Donald Trump.
On-site violence as CFMEU ‘youth crew’ chase rivals
The so-called "youth crew" of the powerful CFMEU has been accused of chasing rival union officials, leaving a senior manager fearing for his safety.
Dire warning of violent fallout from unchecked racism
Rising racism, anti-Semitism and other challenges are undermining Australians' basic dignity, the Australian Human Rights Commission president warns.
King promotes US-UK unity in speech to Congress
King Charles has marked the 250th anniversary of American independence from Britain by praising the nations' enduring alliance in defending democracy.
Trump urges Iran to ‘get smart’ and sign a deal
Days of impasse over efforts to end the Iran war have spurred US President Donald Trump to make fresh demands on Tehran or face an extended blockade.
US WHCA shooting suspect took photo with knife: police
A suspect charged with trying to kill US President Donald Trump took a photo of himself in his hotel room just minutes earlier, authorities say.
Treasurer downplays property tax windfall from budget
Jim Chalmers is talking down the amount of extra revenue that changes to negative gearing and the capital gains tax discount will add to the budget.
Premier pledges tough response to anti-Semitism probe
Public safety tweaks in the wake of the Bondi massacre will continue, a state premier says, as he signals he doesn't care if they upset people.
China agreed to co-operate on jet fuel exports: Wong
Foreign Minister Penny Wong says countries need to work together "to keep fuel and goods flowing" during a visit to China.