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Battle to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Begins With US Air Strikes, Allies Deploying Apaches
U.S. jets and allied Apaches have begun targeting Iranian vessels and drones in the Strait of Hormuz as coalition efforts intensify to restore maritime flow.
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Australia ‘Already Struggling’: Gas Industry Warns Against New Tax
The gas sector paid $21.9 billion in taxes last financial year, but suggestions of a new levy has concerned the industry.
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Conservative-Leaning Party Threatens to Win 55 of 128 Federal Seats Based on Major Poll
A major poll suggests One Nation could take all National Party and most Liberal Party seats.
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How Clean Water Brings Life in Malawi
Water wells built by a nonprofit eliminate cholera and create economic opportunities in remove villages.
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3 Girls Charged for Viral Bullying Incident, Victim Offered Scholarship
A 13-year-old girl targeted in a widely shared bullying video has received support offers as authorities take action over the incident.
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2 Victorians Sentenced to 3 Years for NDIS Frauds
NDIS Minister Jenny McAllister said the convictions showed that anyone who abused the scheme will be caught and punished.
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Key Takeaways From Intelligence Chiefs’ Testimony Before Congress
Officials warned of ongoing threats from cartels, Islamist terrorism, Iran, and Chinese Communist Party activity inside the United States.
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WA Man Faces Court Over Hundreds of Child Sex Abuse Crimes
He has been charged with 204 offences, including rape, indecently recording a child, producing child sexual abuse material, and bestiality.
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Trump Hosts Japanese PM for White House Dinner After Long Day of Bilateral Talks
The U.S. president and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi committed to a strong partnership between the two nations.
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GST Formula Again Under Fire as NSW’s Share Declines
New South Wales wants to see changes to the federal government’s GST allocation formula.
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Pentagon Deploying a 2nd Marine Expeditionary Unit to the Middle East
In the past week, U.S. officials have confirmed two separate amphibious ready groups have been dispatched to the region amid ongoing fighting with Iran.
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Treasurer Hints At More Tax Reform in the May Federal Budget
‘How much we can do in May depends on fiscal considerations, international developments and cabinet deliberations,’ said Treasurer Jim Chalmers.
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Day in Photos: Rockwell B-1 Lancer Heavy Bomber, Trump Meets With Japanese PM, and Larry the Cat
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
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Chants of ‘Allahu Akbar’, Heckling Directed at Australian PM During Eid Visit
The prime minister and home affairs minister also listened to speeches criticising their response to Gaza and the rise of One Nation.
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How to Meet Japan’s Stationmaster Cats
A station, a cat, and a tourism boom few could have predicted.
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‘No Plan’ to Contain Gas Prices by Restricting US Energy Exports, 2 Cabinet Secretaries Say
Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum issue identical statements denying rumors the president plans to ban foreign fuel sales.
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Australia's Most Populous State Rules Out New Coal Mines Under Net Zero Plan
NSW Natural Resources Minister Courtney Houssos says the move is part of the state government’s net zero plan.
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Battle to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Begins With US Air Strikes, Allies Deploying Apaches
U.S. jets and allied Apaches have begun targeting Iranian vessels and drones in the Strait of Hormuz as coalition efforts intensify to restore maritime flow.
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Australia ‘Already Struggling’: Gas Industry Warns Against New Tax
The gas sector paid $21.9 billion in taxes last financial year, but suggestions of a new levy has concerned the industry.
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Conservative-Leaning Party Threatens to Win 55 of 128 Federal Seats Based on Major Poll
A major poll suggests One Nation could take all National Party and most Liberal Party seats.
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How Clean Water Brings Life in Malawi
Water wells built by a nonprofit eliminate cholera and create economic opportunities in remove villages.
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3 Girls Charged for Viral Bullying Incident, Victim Offered Scholarship
A 13-year-old girl targeted in a widely shared bullying video has received support offers as authorities take action over the incident.
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2 Victorians Sentenced to 3 Years for NDIS Frauds
NDIS Minister Jenny McAllister said the convictions showed that anyone who abused the scheme will be caught and punished.
|
Key Takeaways From Intelligence Chiefs’ Testimony Before Congress
Officials warned of ongoing threats from cartels, Islamist terrorism, Iran, and Chinese Communist Party activity inside the United States.
|
WA Man Faces Court Over Hundreds of Child Sex Abuse Crimes
He has been charged with 204 offences, including rape, indecently recording a child, producing child sexual abuse material, and bestiality.
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Trump Hosts Japanese PM for White House Dinner After Long Day of Bilateral Talks
The U.S. president and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi committed to a strong partnership between the two nations.
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GST Formula Again Under Fire as NSW’s Share Declines
New South Wales wants to see changes to the federal government’s GST allocation formula.
|
Pentagon Deploying a 2nd Marine Expeditionary Unit to the Middle East
In the past week, U.S. officials have confirmed two separate amphibious ready groups have been dispatched to the region amid ongoing fighting with Iran.
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Treasurer Hints At More Tax Reform in the May Federal Budget
‘How much we can do in May depends on fiscal considerations, international developments and cabinet deliberations,’ said Treasurer Jim Chalmers.
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Day in Photos: Rockwell B-1 Lancer Heavy Bomber, Trump Meets With Japanese PM, and Larry the Cat
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
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Chants of ‘Allahu Akbar’, Heckling Directed at Australian PM During Eid Visit
The prime minister and home affairs minister also listened to speeches criticising their response to Gaza and the rise of One Nation.
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How to Meet Japan’s Stationmaster Cats
A station, a cat, and a tourism boom few could have predicted.
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‘No Plan’ to Contain Gas Prices by Restricting US Energy Exports, 2 Cabinet Secretaries Say
Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum issue identical statements denying rumors the president plans to ban foreign fuel sales.
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Australia's Most Populous State Rules Out New Coal Mines Under Net Zero Plan
NSW Natural Resources Minister Courtney Houssos says the move is part of the state government’s net zero plan.
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