Former NSW Liberal minister David Elliott announced plans for legal action against individuals he claims slandered him, following ICAC testimony regarding alleged political interference by property developer Jean Nassif.
Labour minister Bridget Phillipson warns that racism and misogyny are becoming normalised due to rightwing politics and social media in an extended interview with Kiran Stacey.
Pakistan's Foreign Ministry summoned the top US diplomat in Islamabad to protest remarks by US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor, who called Indian-administered Kashmir an 'important part of India'. Islamabad maintains the region is a disputed territory.
Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice defended the suspension of activist Tim Montgomerie, stating internal debates should remain private. Tice and education spokesperson Suella Braverman also announced a new apprenticeship subsidy plan funded by cutting student loans.
Former US President Donald Trump announced plans to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un later this year. Trump claimed Pyongyang holds 57 nuclear weapons and defended his recent decision to scale back joint military exercises with South Korea.
Labour chair Bridget Phillipson demands Reform deputy leader Richard Tice apologise to firefighters for urging Britons to enjoy extreme heat and joke about sparkling wine while wildfires rage across the UK.
Socceroos winger Nestory Irankunda expressed disappointment over Pauline Hanson's call to end multiculturalism, stating the comments upset players during the World Cup. Irankunda, who has a refugee background, rejected the senator's generalizations about migrants.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung stressed the importance of the US-South Korea alliance after Donald Trump ordered a reduction in joint military exercises. The move, made without prior consultation, has sparked public anxiety and concerns over regional security.
Admiral Frank Bradley and Under Secretary Elbridge Colby visited the Indo-Pacific to reaffirm US commitment, despite Donald Trump's suggestion to reduce military drills in South Korea.
Russia protested to Japan's ambassador over PM Sanae Takaichi's criticism of Vladimir Putin's visit to the disputed Kuril Islands. Takaichi called the visit 'unacceptable,' while Moscow accused Tokyo of crossing the line of decency and pursuing a militaristic path.
Reform deputy leader Richard Tice faced heavy criticism from nurses, medical experts, and campaigners after dismissing climate crisis efforts and urging Britons to enjoy heatwave warmth.
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The U.S. and Canada are locked in intense trade negotiations ahead of a Wednesday deadline when 50% U.S. tariffs on $20 billion of Canadian products could take effect, amid friction over tariffs and trade pacts.
Donald Trump criticised US-South Korea joint military exercises as 'costly' and 'hostile' on social media, highlighting his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un as Seoul and Washington begin annual drills.
One Nation senators Tyron Whitten, Malcolm Roberts, and leader Pauline Hanson face criticism after making inflammatory remarks labeling transgender identity as mental illness and parental support as child abuse.
Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura explains the chaotic third-place match against Alireza Firouzja at the Esports World Cup 2026, retracting comments that blamed chess.com for technical disconnections.
Families of USS Abraham Lincoln sailors condemn President Trump's remarks stating the ship's record deployment was not 'nearly long enough,' amid reports of poor conditions, food shortages, and mental health struggles.
A 30-year-old Dalit cab driver in Lucknow alleges his ride-hailing account was suspended for nearly 100 years after he ejected four passengers for repeatedly using casteist slurs during a trip.
Japan's Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi visits Australia, focusing on acquiring Mogami-class frigates and security cooperation, following controversy over PM Albanese's comments on a gift from Japan's PM Sanae Takaichi.
President Trump claims Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is distancing herself from her progressive past for a potential 2028 presidential run, pointing to sanctuary cities and bail reform, though many of his statements contain inaccuracies.
The British government has criticised Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu for labelling the UK 'the Islamic republic of Britain' during a podcast interview, as bilateral relations remain under strain.
Nigel Farage won the Clacton byelection he triggered, while his political finances face a resumed investigation that could risk another byelection. Alexandra Topping and Rowena Mason discuss the fallout.
Cambridge University professor Alan Macfarlane has gained over 2.4 million followers on Chinese social media platforms within a year, resonating with young audiences through reflections on life and modern pressures.
Former One Nation Western Australia candidate Parminder Singh apologized for calling homosexuality a mental illness, citing social media influence, following political backlash and distancing from party leadership.
