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Australian injured in fatal fire at Swiss ski resort

Australian injured in fatal fire at Swiss ski resort

An Australian was caught up in a fire that engulfed a crowded bar during a New Year’s Eve party at an upscale Swiss ski resort.

Zohran Mamdani sworn in as first Muslim New York mayor

Zohran Mamdani sworn in as first Muslim New York mayor

Zohran Mamdani sworn in as first Muslim New York mayor

Zohran Mamdani sworn in as first Muslim New York mayor

Zohran Mamdani has been sworn in as mayor of New York City, becoming the first Muslim to take office in the largest city in the United States.

Dozens killed, 100 hurt in fire at Swiss ski resort bar

Dozens killed, 100 hurt in fire at Swiss ski resort bar

Dozens killed, 100 hurt in fire at Swiss ski resort bar

Dozens killed, 100 hurt in fire at Swiss ski resort bar

About 40 people are feared dead and 115 have been hurt, most of them seriously, after a fire during New Year's celebrations in a bar at a Swiss alpine resort.

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China's beef tariffs spur free trade 'respect' call

China's beef tariffs spur free trade 'respect' call

Australia's trade and agriculture ministers have attacked China for disregarding their free trade deal as beef producers demand relief following import tariffs.

Weaker housing market tipped as rate hike fears mount

Weaker housing market tipped as rate hike fears mount

House prices recorded strong gains in 2025 but fears of rate hikes look set to cool Australia's housing market in early 2026.

'About 40' killed in Swiss ski resort bar fire

'About 40' killed in Swiss ski resort bar fire

Dozens of people are feared dead and many others injured after a fire during New Year's celebrations in a bar at a Swiss alpine resort.

Millions party safely as vigilant police deter trouble

Millions party safely as vigilant police deter trouble

Respectful revellers have welcomed the new year at largely trouble-free celebrations across the nation, as a highly visible police presence deterred violence.

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Blow to Australian beef producers as China hikes tariff

Blow to Australian beef producers as China hikes tariff

Blow to Australian beef producers as China hikes tariff

Blow to Australian beef producers as China hikes tariff

Australia stands to lose more than $1 billion in exports despite a free trade agreement after China upped its tariff on beef imports from all nations.

World bids goodbye to 2025 with fireworks, icy plunges

World bids goodbye to 2025 with fireworks, icy plunges

World bids goodbye to 2025 with fireworks, icy plunges

World bids goodbye to 2025 with fireworks, icy plunges

People all over the world are saying farewell to 2025 and ringing in the new year with traditions old and new.

'Entitled to opinion': PM bats away latest inquiry call

'Entitled to opinion': PM bats away latest inquiry call

'Entitled to opinion': PM bats away latest inquiry call

'Entitled to opinion': PM bats away latest inquiry call

Australia's human rights commissioner has joined the chorus of calls for a national royal commission following the Bondi massacre.

US strikes more alleged drug boats, killing eight

US strikes more alleged drug boats, killing eight

US strikes more alleged drug boats, killing eight

US strikes more alleged drug boats, killing eight

Eight people have been killed in the latest strikes on alleged drug trafficking boats, the US military says.

Taiwan vows to defend itself after China military drill

Taiwan vows to defend itself after China military drill

Taiwan vows to defend itself after China military drill

Taiwan vows to defend itself after China military drill

Taiwan remains on high alert after China's massive military drills as President Lai Ching-te declares the island is determined to defend its sovereignty.

Zelenskiy won't sign 'weak' deal that would prolong war

Zelenskiy won't sign 'weak' deal that would prolong war

Zelenskiy won't sign 'weak' deal that would prolong war

Zelenskiy won't sign 'weak' deal that would prolong war

In a New Year address Volodymyr Zelenskiy says exhausted Ukrainians will not give up in the war with Russia, and vowed to only sign a "strong" peace agreement.

National Guard to leave Chicago, LA, Portland: Trump

National Guard to leave Chicago, LA, Portland: Trump

National Guard to leave Chicago, LA, Portland: Trump

National Guard to leave Chicago, LA, Portland: Trump

National Guard forces will be removed from Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland because crime in those cities has "greatly reduced", Donald Trump says.

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Five million documents related to Epstein under review

Lawyers for the Trump administration are working "around the clock" to go through millions of documents relating to Jeffrey Epstein before the next release.

Australians focus on peace as they ring in the new year

New Year's Eve revellers have had a moment of silent reflection for the Bondi victims before enjoying brilliant firework displays across the county.

Lessons from another time in secret cabinet documents

Freshly released documents from John Howard's cabinet shine a light on critical decisions from industrial relations to counter-terrorism.

Children hurt as Russian drones blast Ukraine's Odesa

Russian drones have attacked apartment buildings and the power grid in Odesa, Ukraine, injuring six people, including children.

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Officer hailed after braving croc-infested floodwaters

A police officer's courage has been hailed after a man drowned in his vehicle in a swollen river, with severe weather hammering opposite sides of the nation.

Taiwan stays on high alert as Chinese ships pull back

Chinese warships are moving away from Taiwan but the island's emergency maritime response centre remains on alert after Beijing's huge show of force.

Cricket rallies around Damien Martyn amid induced coma

The cricket community is rallying around Damien Martyn after the Test great was hospitalised with a serious illness.

Minns won't lobby PM for national royal commission

The NSW premier will stay in his lane as calls continue to mount on the prime minister for a national royal commission into the Bondi terror attack.

One dead, 30 hurt in Machu Picchu tourist train crash

Two trains taking tourists to and from Peru’s famed archaeological site of Machu Picchu have crashed, killing one person and injuring about 30 passengers.

UAE to withdraw forces from Yemen as tensions rise

The United Arab Emirates will withdraw its forces from Yemen after a Saudi-led coalition air strike ramped up tensions between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi.

Zelenskiy discusses US troops in Ukraine with Trump

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says he is committed peace and he and European leaders were ready to sit down with President Vladimir Putin in any format.

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