Trump rejects Harris’ challenge to debate again
Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris was keen for a debate rematch with Republican rival Donald Trump, but he refuses to take up the gauntlet.
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Quad group expands maritime security co-operation
Quad alliance leaders have agreed to strengthen maritime co-operation in the Indo-Pacific region, including the first joint exercise of their coast guards.
‘Welcome progress’ on inflation to come: Treasurer
Jim Chalmers says while inflation levels are set to drop when figures are released on Wednesday, it remains unclear if it will get back to RBA targets.
Warning of ‘unintended consequences’ on gambling reform
As reports emerged about how a gambling ad crackdown may work, Communications Minister Michelle Rowland says the reforms need to be right the first time.
Reserve Bank to hold the line despite US Fed cut
The Reserve Bank is unlikely to give interest rate relief to borrowers at the September meeting as Australia's inflation rate still has fight left in it.
Nuclear’s ‘time has come’ in energy mix: Dutton
Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has outlined his case for nuclear energy but didn't say what it would cost to build seven reactors across Australia.
Renters still can’t keep up, despite more supports
Despite an increase in government supports, low-income earners would still find themselves in rental stress across most of the country, a report has found.
New Sri Lankan leader sworn in as big challenges loom
Sri Lankan voters have rejected an old guard accused of leading the country into economic crisis and elected a Marxist-leaning coalition in its place.
Trump won’t run again if he loses, ‘that will be it’
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump says he won't run for office again if he doesn't win when the US goes to the polls in November.
UN ‘Pact for the Future’ to save global co-operation
The UN has adopted a Pact for the Future - a landmark agreement mapping out a better path forward for humanity in the face of wars, poverty and climate change.
Envoy backs extra Gaza aid and calls for more visa help
Australia can continue to support Gazans living in catastrophic conditions by helping refugees arriving onshore, Palestine's envoy says as he welcomes more aid.
Labor, expert lash ‘crazy’ call to step in over rates
Calls for Canberra to intervene with the Reserve Bank to lower interest rates to get financial reforms over the line have been rejected by Labor.
Australians abandon PM, Labor as purse strings tighten
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton are neck and neck in the polls but Labor's primary vote is struggling.
Racism complaint is a ‘positive step’: NT police boss
A human rights complaint has been lodged against the Northern Territory government and police commissioner on behalf of serving Aboriginal police officers.
High Court dismisses appeal to return Aust IS families
The High Court has dismissed a bid to compel the government to repatriate Australian women and children of Islamic State militants stuck in Syria.
Zelenskiy wants Democrats to win, Trump tells rally
Former president Donald Trump claims Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy wants the Democrats to win the US election "so badly".
We can’t evacuate everyone, Australians in Lebanon told
Australians in Lebanon have been warned of dire consequences if they don't leave as the foreign minister says it's impossible to evacuate everyone.
Nurses force premier to reckon with ‘hollow promises’
Thousands of nurses and midwives are striking as part of an ongoing stoush with the state government over a pay rise the premier says NSW can't afford.
‘Unreasonable’ coal taxes criticised by major miner
Queensland's mining industry is at risk because of the government's 'unpredictable' tax policies, Australia's largest coal producer says.
Nukes flayed as solar boost seized to spruik renewables
An increase in renewable energy capacity is being seized as evidence solar power is Australia's right way forward as the debate over nuclear plants heats up.
MP exiled due to protect Victorian Liberals: leader
Victorian Opposition Leader John Pesutto says he put the reputation of the Liberal Party at the forefront of his dealings with expelled MP Moira Deeming.
Govt departments face inquiry: ‘160 years of failure’
Queensland government departments have acknowledged policies and practices which impacted Indigenous people, at the state's truth-telling and healing inquiry.
In final UN address, Biden calls for calm in Mideast
In his final address, outgoing US President Joe Biden has told the UN "Putin's war has failed" and called for calm in the Middle East.
Rebound fears as energy help flicks switch on inflation
Federal energy bill relief has led to a drop in monthly inflation figures, but there are warnings the measures only caused an artificial reduction.
Liberal leader shared lawsuit info with former premier
The Victorian Liberal leader says he shared information about his failed attempt to settle a defamation case with an exiled MP with ex-premier Jeff Kennett.
Lebanon ‘can’t become Gaza’ as Australians told to exit
Australians in Lebanon have been told to leave immediately as Foreign Minister Penny Wong urges Israel and Hezbollah to stop a destructive cycle of attacks.
Notorious crash highway Qld’s most despised road
Queensland's major arterial Bruce Highway, that's been the subject of much political debate, has been ranked as the Sunshine State's most hated road.
Advice on negative gearing ‘not unusual’: Treasurer
While the government has downplayed speculation it's contemplating changes to negative gearing, it's also not ruling it out.
Assange to make first statements since prison release
Julian Assange will give evidence to the committee on legal affairs and human rights of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe on October 1.
Australia-China ministers meet amid rocky trade impasse
Foreign Minister Penny Wong and Chinese counterpart Wang Yi have met to discuss remaining trade impediments and security concerns straining the relationship.
Big states still truant in school funding stoush
Pressure is mounting on some of Australia's biggest states after Tasmania became the third jurisdiction to agree to the Commonwealth's school funding deal.