Senate Reveals 18-Month AUKUS Talks as Labor Splits
Australian officials spent over a year negotiating changes to the AUKUS submarine deal, securing three used Virginia-class subs. Internal Labor opposition mounts as Ed Husic calls for review.
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Fiery Senate Clash Over Productivity and Tax Reforms
A heated exchange erupted in Senate Estimates as Finance Minister Katy Gallagher and Treasury Secretary Jenny Wilkinson faced questions from Nationals leader Matt Canavan on productivity and Labor's tax reforms.
Labor's negative gearing and CGT changes pass House
The Albanese government's controversial tax changes, including negative gearing reforms and CGT discount scrapping, have passed the House of Representatives, with Labor rejecting Coalition proposals to end bracket creep.
Burnham on BBC QT, Gov't Slams Two-Tier Justice Claim
Andy Burnham will appear on BBC's Question Time tonight amid the Henry Nowak murder controversy. The government rejects claims of two-tier policing, calling them a slur on officers.
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Blair's Grip on UK Politics: Time to Break Free
Tony Blair's enduring influence on British politics is critiqued, with Starmer's government mired in backward-looking Blairite policies, failing to forge a new path.
Albanese Signals End to Soaring Property Values
Anthony Albanese has indicated he wants to slow down property price growth to help first home buyers, a bold move that contrasts with John Howard's legacy. Changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax aim to make housing more affordable.
Meta Slams Australia's Tech News Payment Law
Meta attacks Australia's draft law forcing tech giants to pay for news, calling it discriminatory and economically incoherent. The law targets Meta, Google, and TikTok.
Labor Tax Reforms Pass Lower House Despite Opposition
Labor's first tranche of major tax reforms passed the lower house 94-49, despite opposition from One Nation and the Coalition. The bill now heads to the Senate where the government lacks a clear majority.
Gallagher Defends CGT Powers Amid Tax Reform Scrutiny
Finance Minister Katy Gallagher has defended ministerial discretion in CGT and negative gearing reforms, rejecting claims Labor isn't serious. The Greens and crossbench question the breadth of powers.
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Barnaby Joyce: anti-abortion view not majority
Barnaby Joyce has acknowledged that opposition to abortion is not the majority view in Australia after attending an anti-abortion rally in Sydney, where he supported a bill banning sex-selective abortions.
Is AUKUS Value for Money?
A critical look at the AUKUS pact, questioning its cost and benefits for Australia amid rising geopolitical tensions and domestic needs.
Foreign Affairs, Social Services Face Senate Estimates
Senior officials from Foreign Affairs and Social Services departments are set to face tough questions at Senate estimates hearings this week, with issues including visa processing and welfare payments under the spotlight.
Judge Orders Deportation of Murdered Teen Immigrant
An immigration judge in Charlotte ordered the deportation of Levi Mendez-Maldonado, a 19-year-old murder victim from Honduras, citing his failure to appear in court despite being notified of his death.
Daughter Fears Father's Deportation to Nauru
Sara, an Australian woman, fears her father Youssef will be deported to Nauru as part of the NZYQ cohort, despite having served his time. Human rights lawyers warn of lifelong harm to families.
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Vermont School District Defies Trump on Immigration
In Winooski, Vermont, a diverse school district with many English learners, Superintendent Wilmer Chavarria refuses to comply with Trump administration policies targeting immigrants, implementing a sanctuary policy and facing threats.
700+ Australian troops embedded with US, UK amid Iran tensions
Australia's defence chief reveals 729 ADF personnel are embedded with US and UK forces, with defensive roles only, as Middle East conflict reignites.
White House Plan to Vet Grants for 'American Values' Alarms
The White House proposes sweeping changes requiring all federal grants to advance President Trump's policy priorities, sparking widespread concern among researchers who warn it would undermine peer review and academic freedom.
Canavan: Abbott knifing was Coalition's 'original sin'
Nationals leader Matt Canavan claims Tony Abbott's ousting in 2015 turned voters off the Coalition, calling it the 'original sin' as Abbott returns as Liberal Party president.
Marles warns anti-migrant rhetoric risks Asia ties
Defence Minister Richard Marles warns political attacks on migration could undermine Australia's security and relationships in Asia, as debate over migrant intakes intensifies.
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Dick Smith Slams 'Relentless' Immigration as Australia Hits 28M
Australian businessman Dick Smith criticizes high immigration levels as Australia's population surpasses 28 million, warning of unsustainable growth to 100 million by 2100.
Coalition warns of Labor division over AUKUS
The Coalition has seized on growing divisions within Labor over AUKUS, warning that uncertainty around the submarine program is deepening after senior figures questioned the landmark agreement.
Pauline Hanson's First National Press Club Address
Pauline Hanson will deliver her first National Press Club address in a 30-year career, marking One Nation's resurgence after winning a lower house seat and leading polls.
California Primary Unresolved as Voters Choose Candidates
California's primary for governor remains undecided as Democrats Becerra and Steyer and Republican Hilton look to November. Other key races include LA mayor, Iowa Senate, and New Jersey House seats.
US Primary Voters Choose Midterm Candidates as Democrats Eye Flips
Voters in Tuesday's primaries across the US set up key general election contests, with Democrats aiming to flip Republican-held seats in New Jersey, Iowa, and California.
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OpenAI Faces Challenges as AI IPO Race Heats Up
A year after predicting superintelligence, OpenAI struggles with monetization and costs as rivals like SpaceX and Anthropic race to go public in record-setting IPOs.
Albanese mocks Taylor as 'Temu Abbott' in tax fight
Anthony Albanese ridiculed Angus Taylor as 'Temu Abbott' amid bitter budget tax changes fight. Greens raise concerns over sweeping discretionary powers for the government.
UK's Democracy Doom Loop: Fix Trust or Face Irrelevance
Polly Curtis warns Britain's democracy is in a 'doom loop' of mistrust and failure, urging leaders to upgrade democracy with more participation, respect, and honesty to avoid a point of no return.
300,000 Centrelink Payments Cancelled Illegally: Gov't Admits
The Albanese government has admitted illegally cancelling hundreds of thousands of Centrelink payments due to a glitch in the automated mutual obligations system, with the number estimated around 300,000.
Sturgeon: 'Deceived and betrayed' by husband over £400k theft
Former Scottish first minister Nicola Sturgeon says she was 'deceived, misled and betrayed' by estranged husband Peter Murrell after he admitted embezzling more than £400,000 from the Scottish National Party over 12 years.
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Labor Silent on AUKUS Sub Preference as Scrutiny Grows
Finance Minister Katy Gallagher refuses to explain why the government's preference for used AUKUS submarines was hidden for over three years, as scrutiny of the $368bn deal intensifies.
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