PM optimistic Trump and Xi will reduce trade tensions
Anthony Albanese is hopeful a hotly anticipated meeting between the world's most powerful leaders will lead to a reduction in trade barriers.
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Trump trims China tariffs after ‘amazing’ Xi meeting
US President Donald Trump is raving about his talks with Xi Jinping, saying he'll cut tariffs on China while Beijing makes promises on rare earths and fentanyl.
Dutch centrist Jetten confident after far-right setback
The liberal D66 has surged in Dutch elections to draw level with populist Geert Wilders after his far-right party's sharp fall from its record showing in 2023.
Brave MP steps up as Daniel’s legacy set in law
A state MP has revealed an assault's impact on their family as Australia's first public child sex offender registry is established by a landmark law.
Urgent need for speed in renewable energy approvals
Environmental reform analysts have weighed in on the federal government's bid to modernise Australia's dated nature protection laws, calling for a key change.
‘Predatory’ former MP jailed for molesting young men
A former families minister will spend years in prison for the "'predatory" sexual assaults of two young men while elected to a state Liberal government.
Trump tells Pentagon to resume testing US nukes
The Pentagon will immediately resume testing the US nuclear arsenal on an "equal basis" with other nuclear powers, President Donald Trump said.
Chalmers mulls automatic approval for foreign investors
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has unveiled more changes to the nation's foreign investment review scheme as he struck down a proposed pharmaceutical takeover.
China’s Xi defends free trade as Trump snubs APEC talks
Cina's Xi Jinping has taken centre stage at a gathering of Pacific Rim leaders that's been heavily overshadowed by his trade talks with President Donald Trump.
Teachers reject hefty pay rise and reduced workloads
Educators have rejected a pay deal that would see every classroom teacher in one state earning more than $100,000 in three years.
Dutch centrist D66 party confirmed as election winner
Rob Jetten is on course to become the youngest-ever, and first openly gay prime minister of the Netherlands.
Historic treaty a ‘new era’ but remains a long journey
A state's landmark treaty legislation shows other jurisdictions what is possible and charts a path forward on reconciliation, Indigenous leaders say.
Nationals council ditches net zero from policy platform
The Nationals federal council has voted to abandon achieving net zero emissions from the party platform as MPs are poised to finalise their position on climate.
Deaths in custody remembered as protesters urge change
Calls for justice and accountability have echoed through the streets as the loved ones of those who have died in custody share their stories.
Historic aged care reforms spark concern
A landmark overhaul of the nation's aged care rules is in effect, enshrining older Australians' rights into law but also pushing up some prices.
Tanzania’s Hassan wins election marred by violence
Samia Suluhu Hassan has been re-elected Tanzania's president with 98 per cent of the vote in an election that was rocked by days of violent protests.
APEC wraps up after Trump-Xi agreement on trade truce
APEC nations have vowed greater economic co-operation and integration as they wind up their meeting at a time when global trade faces "significant challenge".
Nationals ditch net zero as Liberals ponder policy
The Nationals say Australia's climate targets are driving up power prices and shutting down industry but their coalition partner isn't yet on board.
Coalition support plunges further amid climate fighting
A dire poll is putting Opposition Leader Sussan Ley under pressure as the coalition thrashes out its approach to energy and climate change.
Prepaid electricity leaving vulnerable people powerless
Families forced to prepay for power are experiencing a high number of electricity disconnections, exposing them to dangerous temperatures, a report has found.
Warning for Liberals on net zero as axing calls grow
A push to dump a major climate policy threatens to consign the coalition to even more years in the political wilderness as the Liberals close in on a decision.
Liberals caution Ley against ‘Nationals-lite’ backdown
Leading moderate Liberals are urging Opposition Leader Sussan Ley to retain a net-zero pledge as she canvasses dumping the target to keep the coalition united.
Science awards put Aussie pioneers in rarefied air
Collecting Australia's most prestigious science awards is gratifying, but seeing their pioneering work in action is the real reward for our top researchers.
Unique fishery recognised in ‘unbelievable’ first
For the first time, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge systems have been included in national science awards for research, innovation and teaching.
Sticky inflation cruels chances of interest rate relief
Borrowers face the possibility of interest rates going up rather than down again after the Reserve Bank held steady following a spike in inflation.
Protester crashes cop briefing after weapons expo clash
Hundreds of protesters have clashed with police outside a defence forum leading to arrests and injuries, with the group's leader crashing a press conference.
Australia warned of assassination attempts by regimes
There is a 'realistic possibility' foreign regimes could try to carry out an assassination in Australia, the nation's top spy boss has warned.
Dick Cheney, former US vice-president, dies at 84
Dick Cheney, who became one of the most powerful vice-presidents in US history and a leading advocate for the invasion of Iraq, has died at age 84.
‘Minsky moment’: watchdog boss warns of market collapse
The corporate watchdog has flagged easing reporting requirements for smaller firms while warning private credit to shape up or face tougher regulation.
Give Ley clear air, former Nats leader tells colleagues
Coalition MPs are being urged to let their leader do her job amid fevered leadership speculation and an ongoing spat over climate and energy policy.
Roblox escapes under-16s social media ban for now
The list of sites captured under Australia's social media ban for under-16s has been expanded, but a popular gaming platform remains exempt.