Russia tests new nuclear-powered cruise missile
Russia says it has successfully tested a new nuclear missile with an almost unlimited range that is "invincible" to current and future missile defences.
politics
‘Get on board’: minister’s environment overhaul appeal
Negotiating the passage of major environment reforms through parliament is pulling the federal government in different directions.
ASEAN leaders look to build trade ties as Trump departs
Officials from China and the leaders of Brazil, Canada, the European Council and the 11-strong ASEAN bloc are working to solidify economic ties and trade pacts.
US-China talks sketch out rare earths, tariff pause
Officials from the United States and China are working on a potential deal to pause steeper tariffs and rare earths export controls ahead of a leaders' meeting.
Australia holds firm as foreign aid cuts hit Pacific
Australia is on track to expand its dominant role in providing aid to the Pacific with expectations it will more than double the support from six major nations.
Jailed MP loses seat, assets and freedom over thefts
A disgraced ex-Liberal MP has been sent to jail for ripping off a scheme aimed at helping disadvantaged students.
Direct line to cabinet for Indigenous council leaders
First Nations leaders have hailed a landmark pact that will allow direct access to a state cabinet, earning comparisons with the failed Voice to Parliament.
China’s unsafe jet flare stirs safety, aggression fears
A flare shot from a Chinese fighter jet near an Australian military surveillance plane could have ended in a crash as tensions simmer in the region.
Japan’s parliament elects first female prime minister
Japan's parliament has elected ultraconservative Sanae Takaichi as the nation's first female prime minister.
Former French president begins five-year prison term
Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy has arrived at prison in Paris to start a five-year sentence for conspiring to raise campaign funds from Libya.
Rex Airlines snapped up by US company
The administrators of Regional Express Airlines have confirmed a sale and implementation deed has been entered with a US-based air services company.
Gaza in a ‘race against time,’ Australian doctors say
Australian doctors in Gaza have shared their hopes and fears for the Palestinian enclave amid a shaky ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
Australia’s great timing in mega-deal with Donald Trump
Australia's critical minerals deal could be a boon for local miners but the timing is also to US President Donald Trump's advantage as he tangles with China.
Barnaby unlikely to trigger mass exodus from Nationals
Many National Party MPs share Barnaby Joyce's bitter disdain for global climate change targets, but they are unlikely to join his long march to the exit.
Nurses, midwives vote to endorse lucrative pay deal
Queensland's public nurses and midwives are set to be among the highest paid in the country after officially accepting a $1.8 billion deal, ending a stand-off.
Rex sale lands but there’s no cheap flight guarantees
There's hope regional airline Rex can expand its manifest under the wing of an international buyer, but questions remain about key parts of the deal.
Puberty blocker battle sparks landmark legal challenge
The mother of a transgender teen unable to access hormone therapy after a state ban has launched a legal challenge, sparking protests outside court.
America first, but not America only: Sinodinos says
Winning the strategic contest in the Pacific requires Canberra to sharpen its focus and broaden its circle of friends, a foreign policy expert says.
‘Sword’ could help millions act on human rights
High-profile names are backing an effort to bolster rights for eight million Australians, and not leave them reliant on anti-discrimination "shields".
Melania Trump sued over threats about Epstein comments
US First Lady Melania Trump allegedly threatened to sue an author if he didn't retract Jeffrey Epstein-related statements he made about her.
Brother weeps as little Cheryl’s suspected killer named
The family of Cheryl Grimmer, a young girl abducted more than 50 years ago, hopes the naming of a suspect in parliament brings out the truth.
Senator targeted council head for ‘political purposes’
The head of one of the NT's largest Indigenous land councils says a senator targeted him for political reasons by "escalating" claims he was sacked.
Trump to meet China’s Xi as part of swing through Asia
The bilateral meeting between US President Donald Trump and China's President Xi Jinping has been confirmed, despite recent tensions over tariffs.
Free phones for some in Samsung triple-zero ‘debacle’
Some Samsung phone users with old mobiles will get free replacements after triple-zero glitches, but not everyone will be so lucky.
Governor takes aim at tax barrier to economic mobility
The Reserve Bank has set its sights on one tax it says keeps owners of big homes from downsizing and people from relocating for better jobs and pay.
Senator denies ‘abuse of power’ in council ouster claim
A Liberal senator has admitted relying on "say so" before allegedly defaming the head of a large NT Aboriginal land council over a claimed vote of dismissal.
Trump cancels trade talks with Canada over tariffs ad
US President Donald Trump says he's scrapping trade negotiations with Canada over an ad that used Ronald Reagan speaking negatively about tariffs.
Senator allegedly plotted council ‘coup’ with principal
An alleged plot to oust an Aboriginal land council chief executive led to Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price defaming him in a media release, a court has heard.
China fighter jet flares scare sparks Australian alarm
Australian soldiers were put at risk when a Chinese fighter jet launched flares in front of their plane, the defence minister says.
Ley reveals tax cuts, backflips on unpopular policies
The coalition has outlined priorities it will take to the next election, with leader Sussan Ley attempting to win back voters after a stinging defeat.
Best mates: White House meeting firms PM-Trump ties
The prime minister's long-awaited meeting with the US president has gone off almost without a hitch, a former ambassador says.