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US no longer viewed as Australia's most important ally

US no longer viewed as Australia's most important ally

A majority of Australians believe the nation's relationship with the United States has been superseded by ties with another world power, polling suggests.

Iran talks make 'encouraging progress' despite tensions

Iran talks make 'encouraging progress' despite tensions

Iran talks make 'encouraging progress' despite tensions

Iran talks make 'encouraging progress' despite tensions

Tense high-level negotiations in Switzerland seeking a permanent end to the Iran war have ended with lower-level talks planned for the rest of the week.

UK's Keir Starmer heeds calls to step down as PM

UK's Keir Starmer heeds calls to step down as PM

UK's Keir Starmer heeds calls to step down as PM

UK's Keir Starmer heeds calls to step down as PM

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has bowed to mounting pressure, announcing his resignation and clearing the way for leadership rival Andy Burnham to take power.

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Moscow shoots down almost 60 drones, airports reopen

Moscow shoots down almost 60 drones, airports reopen

Moscow's mayor says almost 60 drones heading for the capital have been intercepted, following last week's renewed strike on ‌the city's only oil refinery.

Nationals ape Hanson 'liar' slogan as tax debate flares

Nationals ape Hanson 'liar' slogan as tax debate flares

One Nation could win more than 60 seats if an election were held now, as a fresh poll underscores surging support for the right-wing party.

Fuel costs to creep up as states back excise return

Fuel costs to creep up as states back excise return

Drivers will pay 16 cents a litre more for petrol and diesel from July as battles over taxes on fuel open up on multiple fronts.

Record defence export deal puts Australia on the radar

Record defence export deal puts Australia on the radar

A major partner will buy Australia's world-leading radar system under a multibillion-dollar deal, making it the nation's largest defence export agreement.

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Record cash splurge ahead of state's high-stakes budget

Record cash splurge ahead of state's high-stakes budget

Record cash splurge ahead of state's high-stakes budget

Record cash splurge ahead of state's high-stakes budget

A record building program looks set to collide with volatile coal royalties, weakening stamp duty and rising debt in a state government's high‑stakes budget.

Colombian right-wing candidate wins presidential poll

Colombian right-wing candidate wins presidential poll

Colombian right-wing candidate wins presidential poll

Colombian right-wing candidate wins presidential poll

The Donald Trump endorsed right-‌wing candidate in Colombia's presidential race has scored a narrow victory over his leftist rival.

The house price question tying politicians in knots

The house price question tying politicians in knots

The house price question tying politicians in knots

The house price question tying politicians in knots

Political leaders insist they want house prices to keep growing as interest rate hikes and new tax changes take a toll on the market.

Deepfakes and campaign disinformation in crosshairs

Deepfakes and campaign disinformation in crosshairs

Deepfakes and campaign disinformation in crosshairs

Deepfakes and campaign disinformation in crosshairs

Independent MP Zali Steggall is making a fresh bid to regulate untruthful and deceptive political advertising and claims popular support for the laws.

Australian economy 'drifting' despite natural gifts

Australian economy 'drifting' despite natural gifts

Australian economy 'drifting' despite natural gifts

Australian economy 'drifting' despite natural gifts

Weak productivity growth and stifling business conditions are preventing Australia from capitalising on its economic strengths, a think tank claims.

Pressure builds for the embattled UK leader to resign

Pressure builds for the embattled UK leader to resign

Pressure builds for the embattled UK leader to resign

Pressure builds for the embattled UK leader to resign

If Keir Starmer quits, he will be the sixth prime minister to leave office in the past 10 years, an extraordinary rate of churn for the United Kingdom.

'Human composting' bill promises a new way to be buried

'Human composting' bill promises a new way to be buried

'Human composting' bill promises a new way to be buried

'Human composting' bill promises a new way to be buried

Ashes to ashes, dust to plant feed: an Australian state is edging closer to a greener alternative to traditional burials dubbed "a bit weird" by its premier.

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Opposition leader takes shot at 'inhumane' brumby culls

Communities in the Snowy Mountains region should be given back power to manage feral horse populations, the opposition leader says.

'Outside the square': pre-fab homes to speed up supply

To tackle the housing crisis, a state government is set to launch a home manufacturing hub that uses pre-fabrication to accelerate the building process.

Bird flu outbreak could leave industry devastated

A deadly strain of bird flu has been detected in Australia for the first time, putting the poultry industry on high alert for a potential outbreak.

Liberals fight member exodus as One Nation surges

Liberals are being promised a democratic push within the party amid reports former prime minister Tony Abbott is phoning members to stop them from leaving.

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Oil and milk prices to spill the tea on inflation story

The Australian Bureau of Statistics will this week release inflation and employment figures for May and a senior Reserve Bank official will speak.

More fuel relief for motorists with halfway measure

Motorists will receive an extended discount on fuel but the savings will be lower as the government weighs budget costs against higher bowser prices.

Uncertainty for wildlife as killer bird flu detected

Australian wildlife is facing a new and uncertain chapter after a dangerous strain of bird flu was confirmed on the mainland.

PM still hedging on extension of fuel tax discount

Asked whether a decision is likely on an extension to the federal government's fuel tax discount, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says a call is days away.

Starmer under pressure to quit amid by-election fallout

British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is digging in his heels, warning staffers to avoid “plunging our country into chaos" with a leadership challenge.

'Dubious honour': consultancy giants cop trust barb

A senator has been "gobsmacked" over the response by a former KPMG chief to a question over public trust of big consultancy firms at a federal inquiry.

'Basics' budget the start of Labor state election pitch

In his government's last budget before a state election, the NSW treasurer is looking to sell a message of responsibility and basic service delivery.

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