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Trump’s Travel Ban Courts Both Controversy and Support in Africa
The executive order took effect on June 9, prohibiting travel to the United States for citizens from a list of countries, including some in Africa.
From Mega Lenders to Rural Branches, China’s Banking Purge Intensifies Amid Financial Turmoil
Ejecting hundreds of bankers, China’s anti-graft sweep signals a high-stakes reboot of lenders buckling under bad property loans and trillions of local debt.
Musk Says He Regrets Posts About Trump
The CEO of SpaceX and Tesla had been feuding with the U.S. President and now says that his posts ‘went too far.’
Queensland Drops Labor Plan for ‘Zero Emission’ Government Fleet
The Queensland government will focus on a broader approach to cutting emissions from its public service fleet.
Australia’s Public Broadcaster Axes ‘Q+A’ Show After 18 Years on Air
The weekly show, which went on break last month, will not return to air.
Violent Fights for Independence Fuel Rising Death Toll in West Papua and PNG
As Bougainville vows to continue its fight for independence, a crucial conference between the parties in New Zealand looks set to make little progress.
Several Australian Journalists Struck, Affected by LA Riot Control Measures
Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong said the Australian government had received assurance about an independent investigation into the incidents.
17-Year-Old Shot by Police After Knife Threat, Union Backs Officers
Authorities say the Queensland teen confronted police with a knife before being shot in the abdomen.
US, Chinese Officials Reach Trade Deal That Needs Executive Approval
‘We’re going to go back and speak to President Trump and make sure he approves it,’ Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said after talks in London.
Confusing Food Labels Costing Average Australian Household $2,500 a Year: Study
Food waste costs Australia $36.6 billion a year, with households responsible for nearly 30 percent—around 2.5 million tonnes.
Qantas Shuts ‘Jetstar Asia’ Brand, Final Flights at the End of July
Customers will get refunds or alternate flights, and staff will receive redundancy payouts and support.
Albanese Raises Concerns With Trump Administration After Aussie Journalist Shot in LA Riots
Albanese would not say if he will raise the incident with President Donald Trump at the G7 in Canada.
‘Inciting Violence’: Rubio Condemns Australian Sanctions Against 2 Israeli Ministers
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Australia’s sanctions contribute nothing towards meaningful peace in the Middle East.
Dumpling Chain Earns Most Revenue per Restaurant of Any Chain in US
Customers are willing to wait in line to get their share of Din Tai Fung’s famous soup dumplings, according to a new report.
Tasmania’s Fate on Hold as Governor Weighs Options Following No-Confidence Vote
Premier Rockliff met Governor Baker on June 10, seeking an early election after losing a no-confidence vote 5 days ago.
US Urges Reversal of Sanctions Against Pair of Israeli Government Ministers
The United Kingdom, and four other countries announced sanctions against the ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich on June 10.
‘A Fight Cleaning Up’: Community Perseveres After Floods Dump 60,000 Tonnes of Waste
A small business owner is calling on authorities to boost preparedness for natural disaster events.
