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Chinese Military Drills Around Taiwan Raise Tensions ‘Unnecessarily,’ US Says
The escalating tensions in the Taiwan Strait, a key global shipping route, have sparked international concerns.
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‘National Crisis’: Leaders Back Bondi Royal Commission
Former Reserve Bank governors, business leaders and politicians are uniting to call for a royal commission following the Bondi Beach terror attack.
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Bulgaria Becomes 21st Nation to Join the Euro
Following the nation’s accession to the eurozone, only six EU member states which use their own currencies.
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Day in Photos: World Celebrates 2026, Seized Vessel, and First Sunrise
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
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Taiwan President Vows to Defend Sovereignty After China’s War Games
President Lai Ching-te made the remarks in a New Year address, a day after Chinese leader Xi Jinping said ’reunification‘ with Taiwan was ’unstoppable.’
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Cricketer Usman Khawaja to Retire After Sydney Ashes Test
Usman Khawaja has announced the Sydney Ashes Test will be his 88th and final one, with one of the country’s most successful batters confirming his retirement.
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‘Absolutely Horrendous’ Start to 2026 on Australian Beaches
Three swimmers are dead after a tragic start to 2026 as emergency crews desperately look for other people missing in waters off the NSW coast.
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Beijing Imposes 55 Percent Tariff on Australian Beef Imports
Australia’s trade and agriculture ministers have attacked China for disregarding their free trade deal as beef producers demand relief following import tariffs.
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Oil Tanker Pursued by US Coast Guard Near Venezuela Changes Name, Claims Russian Registry
The tanker has remained at large since the U.S. Coast Guard first attempted to board it on Dec. 21.
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Pentagon Awards $328.5 Million Lockheed Martin Contract to Boost Taiwan’s Air Force
The announcement comes as Taiwan faces increasing military pressure from China.
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Russia Says It Will Give US Proof of Alleged Ukrainian Drone Attack on Putin Residence
Kyiv and European leaders have dismissed Moscow’s claim, accusing Russia of spreading falsehoods to derail U.S.-led peace talks.
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Chinese Military Drills Around Taiwan Raise Tensions ‘Unnecessarily,’ US Says
The escalating tensions in the Taiwan Strait, a key global shipping route, have sparked international concerns.
|
‘National Crisis’: Leaders Back Bondi Royal Commission
Former Reserve Bank governors, business leaders and politicians are uniting to call for a royal commission following the Bondi Beach terror attack.
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Bulgaria Becomes 21st Nation to Join the Euro
Following the nation’s accession to the eurozone, only six EU member states which use their own currencies.
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Day in Photos: World Celebrates 2026, Seized Vessel, and First Sunrise
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
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Taiwan President Vows to Defend Sovereignty After China’s War Games
President Lai Ching-te made the remarks in a New Year address, a day after Chinese leader Xi Jinping said ’reunification‘ with Taiwan was ’unstoppable.’
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Cricketer Usman Khawaja to Retire After Sydney Ashes Test
Usman Khawaja has announced the Sydney Ashes Test will be his 88th and final one, with one of the country’s most successful batters confirming his retirement.
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‘Absolutely Horrendous’ Start to 2026 on Australian Beaches
Three swimmers are dead after a tragic start to 2026 as emergency crews desperately look for other people missing in waters off the NSW coast.
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Beijing Imposes 55 Percent Tariff on Australian Beef Imports
Australia’s trade and agriculture ministers have attacked China for disregarding their free trade deal as beef producers demand relief following import tariffs.
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Oil Tanker Pursued by US Coast Guard Near Venezuela Changes Name, Claims Russian Registry
The tanker has remained at large since the U.S. Coast Guard first attempted to board it on Dec. 21.
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Pentagon Awards $328.5 Million Lockheed Martin Contract to Boost Taiwan’s Air Force
The announcement comes as Taiwan faces increasing military pressure from China.
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Russia Says It Will Give US Proof of Alleged Ukrainian Drone Attack on Putin Residence
Kyiv and European leaders have dismissed Moscow’s claim, accusing Russia of spreading falsehoods to derail U.S.-led peace talks.
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