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What parties are promising in the 2026 Victorian state election
Political parties are laying out their visions for the state's future, as voters prepare to head to the polls on November 28.
Why a ‘blue wave’ today is not necessarily a rejection of Trumpism
Americans put the president and his Republicans in power – twice – for a reason. If voters deliver a harsh verdict today, it is…
Gas policy consultants worked for industry and government at same time
A consulting firm hired by the federal government to help develop its gas strategy was simultaneously doing paid work for the gas…
Wallabies say pay war won’t distract as RA go on offensive with letter to players
Amid a collective bargaining agreement stalemate, Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh has written to every professional player with…
Can anything break politics out of its inflation doom loop?
Jim Chalmers has fronted up after 41 post-rates press conferences, saying the same thing at many of them. He's not alone, but…
Democrats forecast to make gains as US voters go to polls in midterms
Democrats have firmed up as narrow favourites to win control of both houses of the US Congress in today's midterm elections,…
There are no good choices left for Albanese, only hard ones
Nothing is sticking for the government, which lost control of the economic narrative soon after the budget was handed down.
Will right-wing Brazilians call time on the Bolsonaros?
It seems that after two lost presidential elections, significant players are preparing to break with the family
SportDyson airwrap Black Friday deals 2026 – early offers and what to expect
It won’t be long before deals begin to drop on the coveted hair curlers
John Goodman reveals the one thing he still struggles with after losing 14 stone
Actor John Goodman has revealed he is still getting used to his face and body after losing 14 stone, nearly half his body weight,…
EuropePoland foils attempted 'provocation' on Russian border, PM Tusk says
Prime Minister Donald Tusk said Tuesday that Poland prevented an attempted "provocation" on its border with the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad…
Thousands of young people to get easier access to savings under Government plans
The moves to make access to child trust funds simpler aim to help young people who lack mental capacity.
Badenoch is thriving — but Farage is barely surviving
Political editor David Maddox says the latest YouGov poll has made Nigel Farage an also-ran – with the contest now clearly between Kemi Badenoch and…
UK fridges hacked in cyberattack targeting several counties – here’s what you need to know
The attack caused millions of Euros worth of fresh and frozen food to be spoiled
WorldInnoWeek 2026 showcases advances in robotics, aviation and clean energy
From remotely operated firefighting equipment to agricultural drones and student-built electric vehicles, innovators in Uzbekistan are developing…
Tusk says Poland thwarted possible provocation on Kaliningrad border overnight
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk says Poland successfully prevented an attempted provocation on its border with Russia's…
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Almost 50 people have been recruited by the Victorian Electoral Commission to patrol polling booths from the start of…
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The ABC can reveal lethal infighting has erupted inside the crime ring largely responsible for Victoria's illegal…
Data reveals that Americans who vote live longer than those who don’t
Those in poorer health to begin with benefited more from voting 15 years later than those who had been healthier before they voted
MAGA plot to keep Democrats who win Tuesday from holding office is revealed
Some in the MAGA world are eyeing a loophole that would target Democrats backed by the Democratic Socialists of America
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EuropeUK and EU agree draft deal to scrap Brexit red tape over food exports
The food deal, ahead of a UK-EU summit later this month, is the most significant part of the so-called Brexit reset agreed so far.
Britain says many migrants will have to wait longer to win the right to stay
The British government says it will double the wait time for many immigrants to settle permanently, although key…
Watch: Unseen images of drone sinking Greek tanker off Bulgarian coast
Russia is suspected of being behind a recent wave of attacks targeting commercial vessels in the Black Sea.
Legal migrants to face waits of 10 years or more for right to settle in UK
There is speculation that one group of workers will be exempt from the change
Indian national killed, New Zealander injured in Mount Everest helicopter crash
A helicopter carrying tourists and one carrying cargo collide while attempting to land near Mount Everest's South Base Camp.
Man and boy arrested after allegedly attacking One Nation volunteer with baseball bat in Australia
The incident comes amid growing calls for the temperature of political debate in Australia to be turned down.
US military in Japan rocked by second arrest of marine in less than a month
Okinawa police arrest 21-year-old marine on suspicion of drink-driving and in relation to an alleged hit-and-run
Mammoth cost of post-Bondi policing revealed
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Middle EastTrump's closing message to American voters highlights repairs to Reflecting Pool
Heading into Tuesday, most polls are predicting a Democratic wave amid a voter backlash to Trump's handling of the economy and a war in Iran.
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President Donald Trump reportedly is sounding out advisers for their assessment of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and…
Ryanair may freeze workers' pay and raise fares on higher fuel prices
The airline says fuel prices may rise by €2bn in 2028 unless there is an end to the US-Israel war with Iran.
Israeli strikes kill at least eight Palestinians in the Gaza Strip
Hamas accuses Israel of undermining the Gaza peace deal
AfricaA village chief in Congo works to overcome Ebola prejudice even as the disease kills his relatives
A village chief in eastern Congo faces a tough battle against Ebola
Egypt convicts Mada Masr editor in ‘draconian’ press crackdown
Egypt has consistently ranked as one the world's leading jailers of journalists since 2013
Ethiopia's Tigray rebels urged to disarm as commander vows to fight on
An official in Tigray’s federal-backed caretaker administration urged rebel fighters to disarm, hours after a rebel…
Sudan army drones hit mourners and fuel market killing more than 200 people, sources say
A truck carrying people to a funeral and a market alleged to be supplying fuel to the RSF were targeted.
SportDavid Moyes salutes Everton after successive wins against Newcastle
The Toffees backed up their 3-1 Carabao Cup victory last Thursday with a 1-0 success at St James’ Park
Wayne Rooney’s unusual solution for Manchester United’s ills
Forest Green’s serene sanctuary fails to pay off; Jamie Carragher’s war of words with Aston Villa
Mikel Arteta explains importance of Christos Tzolis injury boost for Liverpool clash
Tzolis has spent a month on the sidelines with a hamstring injury
Player ratings: Labuschagne, Cummins under fire in Cape Town
How the Australians rated in their 176-run thrashing by South Africa at Newlands.