South Africa governing alliance emerges as MPs convene
ANC leader Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to win a new term as South Africa's newly elected parliament convenes to choose a president.
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Age a central issue in US election as Trump turns 78
The ages of rival presidential candidates Donald Trump and Joe Biden often receive more attention than substantive policy issues in the run-up to the US poll.
Win for dudded savers as banks forced to alert changes
A suite of changes to banking regulations should make it easier for customers to move to more competitive home loan and saving account offers.
G7 confronts China on commerce, pope talks about AI
G7 leaders say they want to level the commerce playing field with China, while the pope has warned of the perils of AI during his historic appearance.
South African foes unite in uneasy coalition
The prospect of the African National Congress governing alongside the white-led Democratic Alliance does not sit well with many Black South Africans.
Labour will win if people vote for Farage, says UK PM
If Britain votes for Nigel Farage's right-wing Reform UK - who polled above the incumbent Conservatives - Labour will win the election, the prime minister says.
Development red tape cut in NSW budget housing plan
Homes will be built quicker and more efficiently under a NSW budget plan that will cut red tape, drawing praise from developer groups and housing advocates.
China pledges new pandas, Wong vows firm stance on ties
China's premier has announced new pair of pandas will replace the much loved but childless couple at Adelaide Zoo, as Penny Wong pushes back on diplomacy.
Push for all-in response after deepfake porn shock
The traumatising consequences of non-consensual AI porn used against school girls have come to the front of the national conscience - so what's being done?
Bitter clash over tax as UK election battle intensifies
Britain's Tories are focusing on tax under Labour as fresh opinion polls show the governing party well and truly on the ropes ahead of the general election.
Targets set as Victoria eyes millions of extra homes
The Victorian government has identified where it wants 2.5 million homes to be built, with Geelong, Melbourne's CBD and outer suburbs to do the heavy-lifting.
Wong links PNG diplomacy to climate change in Pacific
Canberra's commitment to engaging the Pacific region on climate change is demonstrated by a delegation to Papua New Guinea this week, the foreign minister says.
NSW budget pulling every lever to tackle housing crisis
A housing-themed NSW budget will deliver hundreds of affordable homes for essential workers as the premier promises to pull every lever to alleviate the crisis.
Biden slams US Supreme Court at star-studded fundraiser
Hollywood celebrities George Clooney and Julia Roberts were among the guests at a fundraiser for Joe Biden that raised $42 million for his re-election campaign.
‘Please explain’ for watchdog’s robodebt probe decision
About 900 complaints have been made since the federal corruption watchdog announced it wouldn't investigate six public officials connected to an illegal scheme.
Building insurance costs soar after companies go under
The demise of several big construction companies has triggered a massive jump in insurance premiums for homebuilders.
G7 leaders back deal to use Russia interest for Ukraine
G7 leaders have agreed in principle to issue $A75 billion of loans for Ukraine using interest from Russian sovereign assets frozen after Moscow's invasion.
UK Labour stakes election on wealth creation
UK Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has delivered his manifesto for the upcoming general election promising to rebuild the country.
Home prices in three cities are outpacing their peers
Australia's housing market is made up of laggards and leaders in home price growth and the gap is expected to linger in the coming months.
China offers NZ visa-free travel, infrastructure funds
China and New Zealand have signed trade agreements after bilateral talks as part of a three-day visit by Premier Li Qiang.
Emissions target on chopping board as climate wars rage
Australians are mobilising for a climate battle at the federal election with voters pouring money into a climate lobby group as politicians scrap targets.
Australia ‘gravely concerned’ at Israel-Gaza war crimes
An inquiry into the Israel-Hamas war that found both sides have committed war crimes has been branded "gravely concerning" by Australia.
France’s Macron asks rivals to unite against far right
French President Emmanuel Macron has defended his shock call for a snap election after the far right's strong showing in a recent European vote.
All eyes on LNP leader as election cards laid on table
Opposition leader David Crisafulli has made a pre-election pitch focusing on housing but has vowed to scrap a controversial energy project.
Sunak booed, ghost of Corbyn haunts Starmer in UK poll
Britain's prime minister has been challenged and his election rival taken to task in a televised event ahead of the UK election in July.
IFP says it will join ANC, DA South African unity govt
The leader of the Inkatha Freedom Party says it will join a proposed government of national unity in South Africa.
Weakness creeping into labour market as hiring slows
Australia's labour market is slowly softening but the Reserve Bank is unlikely to be bothered by the latest jobs numbers ahead of its next board meeting.
Macron suspends voting reforms in New Caledonia
Plans for voting reforms in New Caledonia which sparked unrest have been suspended, French President Emmanuel Macron says.
Farm waste may help power Australia’s biofuel future
Tax breaks and emission targets will be considered as part of a consultation into Australia's emerging biofuel industry that could power air and road travel.
‘Errors’ prompt swift parole board legislative changes
Legislative changes have been pushed through Queensland parliament after some people on the state parole board had not been properly appointed.
Better budget bottom line after proposals scrapped
The Queensland 2024-25 budget's bottom line is better than expected thanks to treasury putting its foot down on proposals.