Australians demand end to violence against women crisis
Advocates fear violence against women is becoming normalised in Australia as women and allies turned out to protest across the nation.
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India election sees turnout fall in second phase
Almost one billion people are eligible to vote in the seven-phase general election in India that began on April 19 and concludes on June 1
Publisher ‘killed story of Trump affair to help him’
Former publisher David Pecker says he opted not to run a story about Donald Trump because it would have hurt Trump's chances of winning the 2016 election.
National gun register to be established by 2028
Some $160 million will be spent on creating a new national gun register aimed at increasing community and police safety.
Opposition parties combine in race to govern Solomons
Two opposition parties in the Solomon Islands have joined forces as they court independents in a bid to reach the 26 seats needed to form a government.
Australia gives $100m to Ukraine during minister’s trip
Air defence systems, unmanned drones and equipment such as helmets and boots will be provided to Ukraine as part of a new $100 million Australian aid package.
Leaders to meet as thousands rally to end violence
Tens of thousands of people have marched around Australia to call for an end to violence against women as the prime minister convenes an emergency meeting.
Why ‘noisy’ electric cars could save Australian lives
New rules will force electric and hybrid vehicles to make sounds at low speeds next year, in a move that could save the lives of Australian pedestrians.
Gaza protests target White House correspondents’ dinner
Joe Biden is set to deliver an election-year roast before a crowd of journalists, celebrities and politicians in Washington amid protests over the Gaza war.
Spending habits under a microscope ahead of budget
Higher interest rates, cost of living pressures and an increasing tax burden have kept a lid on Australian consumer spending and left retail sales weak.
Harsher laws for dangerous driving and evading police
Proposed Queensland laws could mean 20 years in prison for people who drive dangerously, evade police and cause death or grievous bodily harm.
Terror label leaves multicultural communities ‘on edge’
Police and intelligence agencies should consult with multicultural communities before labelling an incident an act of terror, a federal MP says.
Hanson’s ‘dogwhistle’ led to racist barrage, judge told
While the Greens deputy leader claims a tweet by Pauline Hanson was belittling, the One Nation head says the post was not racist but rather defended the Queen.
Premier ‘prepared’ to apologise for colonisation wrongs
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan is prepared to issue a formal apology for the state perpetrating injustices against Aboriginal people.
‘Concerted plan’ needed for violence against women: PM
Anthony Albanese says long-term measures, not just a one-off is needed to address violence against women, ahead of a national cabinet meeting on the crisis.
Dutton backs Musk on global policing of internet
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has backed Elon Musk's argument that Australia has no business policing the internet amid legal challenges and wranglings.
Publisher cancelled Trump affair story buy, court told
The publisher of a US tabloid has told a court he ultimately cancelled a deal that would allow Donald Trump to buy the silence of a woman alleging an affair.
US justices lean toward level of immunity in Trump case
"We're writing a rule for the ages," Justice Neil Gorsuch has said during arguments about whether US presidents have some immunity against criminal charges.
Queenslanders gather in their thousands for Anzac Day
Large crowds have gathered for dawn services in Queensland and at the annual Brisbane parade to honour former and current defence force personnel on Anzac Day.
Crisafulli coy on poll numbers as LNP extends Qld lead
The Liberal National Party opposition is on track for a huge Queensland election victory in October based on the latest YouGov polling.
Australia backs report on Palestine aid agency
An independent report that revealed Israel had not provided evidence of links between Hamas and a UN relief agency in Palestine has been welcomed by Australia.
Nothing will stop Rwanda policy, UK’s Sunak says
Five people have died trying to cross the English Channel from France hours after Britain's upper house of parliament passed tough new asylum seeker laws.
Tabloid publisher testifies he helped Trump in 2016
Former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker says he used his supermarket tabloid to suppress stories that might have hurt Trump's 2016 presidential bid.
Slow progress on inflation tempers interest rate hopes
Australia's annual inflation rate has sunk to a two-year low but is slightly above expectations, which might lengthen the wait time for rate cuts.
Albanese completes historic Kokoda Trail trek
Anthony Albanese has completed his two-day, 15km trek along the Kokoda Trail with Papua New Guinea's prime minister in the lead-up to Anzac Day commemorations.
Encryption hampering terror probes: security heads
The heads of ASIO and the federal police have warned an expansion of encryption services on social media could impact terrorism investigations.
Industrial sites set for emissions reduction grants
Nine sites will share in $330 million of federal funding as part of efforts to decarbonise and go to cleaner energy.
Warnings kids are exposed to ‘extremist poison’ online
As children spend more time online, the federal police boss warns they are being exposed to extremist content, fuelling calls for age verification systems.
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Bishop wants stabbing videos kept online, X tells court
Elon Musk's X has taken its fight against Australia's internet safety watchdog to court, arguing the online regulator cannot police what global users see.
Renters could save $5400 if there was a cap, Greens say
Queensland renters could have saved $5400 in the past two years if the government had established a cap amid soaring prices and low vacancies.
Solomon Islands’ pro-China party fails to win majority
The party of Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has failed to secure a major in the parliamentary elections, winning 15 of 50 seats.