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Accused Charlie Kirk killer awaits formal charges

Accused Charlie Kirk killer awaits formal charges

A memorial for assassinated right-wing activist Charlie Kirk will be held in his home state of Arizona in a week as police prepare to charge his accused killer.

Proud moment as PNG celebrates independence anniversary

Proud moment as PNG celebrates independence anniversary

Proud moment as PNG celebrates independence anniversary

Proud moment as PNG celebrates independence anniversary

Papua New Guinea will be alight with festivity as world leaders and dignitaries gather in Port Moresby to celebrate the 50th anniversary of independence.

Nepal sets poll date as interim prime minister sworn in

Nepal sets poll date as interim prime minister sworn in

Nepal sets poll date as interim prime minister sworn in

Nepal sets poll date as interim prime minister sworn in

Nepal's president has appointed former top court chief Sushila Karki as interim prime minister after protests collapsed the previous administration.

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Accused sniper in Charlie Kirk killing awaits charges

Accused sniper in Charlie Kirk killing awaits charges

A state governor has credited Tyler Robinson's family with bringing him to justice for the alleged shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Premier hails Labor victory hours after polls close

Premier hails Labor victory hours after polls close

A seat up for grabs after an MP was forced out of parliament has gone to a Labor government in a remarkable feat not witnessed in three decades.

Embattled party sharpens poll focus on 'crime crisis'

Embattled party sharpens poll focus on 'crime crisis'

A state Liberal party is honing its focus on crime, announcing a beefing-up of knife search powers ahead of an election, while denying members are disunited.

US in a delicate balance with allies Qatar, Israel

US in a delicate balance with allies Qatar, Israel

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Qatar’s prime minister Friday before he visits Israel this weekend

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Terror groups and affiliates slapped with sanctions

Terror groups and affiliates slapped with sanctions

Terror groups and affiliates slapped with sanctions

Terror groups and affiliates slapped with sanctions

Three fundamentalist groups and dozens of entities and individuals have been slapped with continued financing sanctions by the federal government.

'Fearful' Muslim Australians demand action, not words

'Fearful' Muslim Australians demand action, not words

'Fearful' Muslim Australians demand action, not words

'Fearful' Muslim Australians demand action, not words

More than 50 recommendations to tackle prejudice against Muslims have been outlined in a landmark report by Australia's special envoy to combat Islamophobia.

Dutch may join Eurovision boycott if Israel takes part

Dutch may join Eurovision boycott if Israel takes part

Dutch may join Eurovision boycott if Israel takes part

Dutch may join Eurovision boycott if Israel takes part

The Netherlands may also boycott the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 if Israel is allowed to compete, the public broadcaster that manages Dutch participation says.

Clashes on cards as counter rallies flood city streets

Clashes on cards as counter rallies flood city streets

Clashes on cards as counter rallies flood city streets

Clashes on cards as counter rallies flood city streets

Violence could descend on Australian cities as opposing groups stage counter protests, weeks after clashes broke out at national rallies.

'I think we have him': Trump says Kirk suspect arrested

'I think we have him': Trump says Kirk suspect arrested

'I think we have him': Trump says Kirk suspect arrested

'I think we have him': Trump says Kirk suspect arrested

A suspect in the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a Utah university has been taken into custody, US President Donald Trump says.

'We cannot live in fear': Aussie vigil for Charlie Kirk

'We cannot live in fear': Aussie vigil for Charlie Kirk

'We cannot live in fear': Aussie vigil for Charlie Kirk

'We cannot live in fear': Aussie vigil for Charlie Kirk

Sporting red MAGA hats, US flags and lighting candles, the Australian wing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk's group honoured him with a homegrown tribute.

'Climate fail': huge gas project approval ignites fury

'Climate fail': huge gas project approval ignites fury

'Climate fail': huge gas project approval ignites fury

'Climate fail': huge gas project approval ignites fury

Australia's biggest gas project will be allowed to operate until 2070, with the approval lighting the fuse for an angry backlash from climate activists.

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Making hunting 'more palatable' to be debated by MPs

A probe has recommended parliament debate a state's "conservation hunting" plan that's been dubbed a Trojan horse for the gun lobby.

Offshore wind setback, but energy source still turning

Offshore wind might take longer to develop as it is still a new technology in Australia, but an expert says it is viable despite its latest project stumble.

Religious protections push to combat Islamophobia rise

A red line is being drawn to tackle a rise in hatred and attacks towards Muslims in Australia as the prime minister pledges to stamp out discrimination.

Public hospitals risk bleeding doctors without support

Public hospital doctors at risk of burnout need better support as professionals slam a pay offer that they say fails to address a crisis in health.

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US calls conviction of Brazil's Bolsonaro a 'witchhunt'

The conviction and sentencing of former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro over an attempted coup has been scorned by US officials.

Climate, China concern bookend Pacific leaders meeting

A major Pacific leaders conference has wrapped up, with Australia warned about its stance on major coal and gas projects and "silencing" of Pacific voices.

Dapto gone to the dogs as greyhound venue runs its race

Thousands of people packed the iconic Dapto Dogs racetrack for the final meeting after almost 90 years of racing.

Government put on notice over nursing home bed block

State health ministers have put their federal counterpart on blast over a major shortage of aged care beds, which is clogging up the nation's hospital system.

Trump calls Albanese 'a good man' after latest call

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has now had four "really warm" conversations with Donald Trump as the US president praised him for being a "good man".

Shooter remains at large as Kirk's body flown home

US Vice-president JD Vance has flown to Arizona with the body of slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk, as investigators continue searching for the shooter.

Senator urges Bishop to resign from ANU post

An independent senator has added his voice to the chorus of calls for Julie Bishop to quit her post as ANU chancellor.

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