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'Lower the temperature': PM's plea after kidnap threat

'Lower the temperature': PM's plea after kidnap threat

A man has been charged with threatening the prime minister, prompting a call for a cooling of the fractious political debate.

Vow to quash terrorism after Sydney 'changed forever'

Vow to quash terrorism after Sydney 'changed forever'

Vow to quash terrorism after Sydney 'changed forever'

Vow to quash terrorism after Sydney 'changed forever'

After pushing through emergency legislation to curb gun ownership and protests, a state premier is vowing not to let a terrorist attack divide Australians.

US 'not looking to conquer' Greenland, envoy says

US 'not looking to conquer' Greenland, envoy says

US 'not looking to conquer' Greenland, envoy says

US 'not looking to conquer' Greenland, envoy says

The US says the Trump administration isn't going to “go in there trying to conquer" Greenland or try to "to take over anybody’s country".

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Bondi heroes to be honoured amid grim death toll alert

Bondi heroes to be honoured amid grim death toll alert

People who put themselves in harm's way, including those who sacrificed their lives to save others during the Bondi terror attack, will receive a special award.

Trump flew on Epstein jet eight times in the 90s: email

Trump flew on Epstein jet eight times in the 90s: email

President Donald Trump flew on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's private jet eight times in the 1990s, according to newly released documents.

PM, opposition leader reflect on sombre Christmas ahead

PM, opposition leader reflect on sombre Christmas ahead

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Sussan Ley have delivered messages of hope during a bittersweet Christmas festive period.

Former Liberal MP Katie Allen dies after cancer battle

Former Liberal MP Katie Allen dies after cancer battle

Katie Allen spent two decades as a paediatrician and medical researcher before entering politics and has been remembered as a kind and caring person.

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Slogans and imagery targeted in clamp down on protests

Slogans and imagery targeted in clamp down on protests

Slogans and imagery targeted in clamp down on protests

Slogans and imagery targeted in clamp down on protests

A tough-talking premier intent on stopping violence after the Bondi massacre says protests are to blame for volatility as his Labor credentials are questioned

Expense scandal critics back MP travel perks crackdown

Expense scandal critics back MP travel perks crackdown

Expense scandal critics back MP travel perks crackdown

Expense scandal critics back MP travel perks crackdown

Restrictions on family travel entitlements sparked by MPs flying partners to major events has strong support but there are calls for even stricter limits.

US strikes another suspected drug vessel in Pacific

US strikes another suspected drug vessel in Pacific

US strikes another suspected drug vessel in Pacific

US strikes another suspected drug vessel in Pacific

The US military says it has conducted another strike against a boat it said was smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing one person.

RBA reveals what's needed to avert rate hikes in 2026

RBA reveals what's needed to avert rate hikes in 2026

RBA reveals what's needed to avert rate hikes in 2026

RBA reveals what's needed to avert rate hikes in 2026

Two things must occur for the Reserve Bank to be satisfied that current interest rate levels can bring down inflation, board meeting minutes have revealed.

Gun laws accelerated as PM laments Bondi politicisation

Gun laws accelerated as PM laments Bondi politicisation

Gun laws accelerated as PM laments Bondi politicisation

Gun laws accelerated as PM laments Bondi politicisation

There is no need for someone in suburban Sydney to own six long firearms, the prime minister has said as he reveals new measures to toughen up gun laws.

The words that shut down racist preacher's prayer hall

The words that shut down racist preacher's prayer hall

The words that shut down racist preacher's prayer hall

The words that shut down racist preacher's prayer hall

Hard-line Islamic preacher Wissam Haddad and his followers are searching for a new home after their controversial prayer hall in a medical centre was shuttered.

Premier's key advisor upends century-old witness law

Premier's key advisor upends century-old witness law

Premier's key advisor upends century-old witness law

Premier's key advisor upends century-old witness law

A premier’s right-hand man threatened with arrest has neutralised a federation-era law in a decision set to have far-reaching political ramifications.

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Trump says US has to have Greenland for security

Donald Trump says Greenland is essential for America's national security and has appointed a special envoy to the mineral-rich Arctic island.

Bipartisan backlash over Epstein files' partial release

The saga over the Epstein files has caused a rift within the Republican Party, with MAGA supporters, clamouring for full disclosure of all the documents.

Royal commission off table as PM says sorry for Bondi

Anthony Albanese continues to rebuff calls for a national royal commission into the Bondi massacre while apologising to the Jewish community.

Post-terror protest veto in state hate crackdown

Another Australian state has moved to follow NSW with powers to stop or move on post terror attack protests in response to the Bondi massacre.

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'Keep people safe': guns, rallies reined in after Bondi

Guns and protests are in the crosshairs as politicians rush to pass laws before Christmas to ensure public safety in response to the Bondi Beach massacre.

'Proud Jew': victim lauded as Bondi tributes preserved

Political leaders are reassuring a shattered Jewish community that Australia is their home as a young victim of the Bondi massacre is remembered.

Partial release of Epstein files 'to protect survivors'

A decision to release a fraction of the Jeffrey Epstein files by a congressionally mandated deadline has been defended by the US deputy attorney-general

Israeli cabinet backs 19 new settlements in West Bank

Nineteen Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank have been approved by the Israeli cabinet as a cardinal celebrated a Mass in Gaza City.

US pursuing third oil tanker near Venezuela: officials

United States ‍ships are close to intercepting another vessel off the coast of Venezuela ⁠in international waters, US officials say.

Review slammed amid calls for major probe into massacre

An inquiry into security agencies following the Bondi massacre is not good enough when a federal royal commission is needed, the opposition says.

Puberty blocker bans slammed as harmful to trans kids

Blanket bans on puberty blockers are the biggest risk to trans children globally, an advocate says, after a second Australian jurisdiction outlawed the drugs.

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