Pauline Hanson's National Press Club address revealed a policy platform focused on anti-multiculturalism, stricter abortion access, and a "transgender insurgency" warning. Despite surging interest in One Nation, the speech highlighted fringe policy ideas unlikely to appeal to mainstream voters.
Pauline Hanson delivered a combative address at the National Press Club, attacking multiculturalism, climate change, and transgender rights. Journalist Margo Kingston discusses the significance of this speech as the potential start of Hanson's federal campaign.
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson attacked Guardian Australia journalist Sarah Martin, calling her "trashy" for reporting on Hanson's daughter's employment. The media union condemned the personal attack and warned against banning journalists, while PM Anthony Albanese urged defense of public broadcasters.
Financial authorities have uncovered two cases of fraudulent trading, including a stock manipulation ring involving an accountant and a current journalist, and a separate case involving a journalist. Two individuals have been arrested and sent to prosecution, along with five others facing non-detention charges.
Pauline Hanson's National Press Club address, criticizing a journalist and pledging to end multiculturalism, has drawn sharp reactions from Environment Minister Murray Watt and Nationals senator Bridget McKenzie. McKenzie expressed concern over Hanson's selective questioning of media, deeming it undemocratic, while Watt criticized Hanson's proposed policies targeting workers, migrants, and the ABC.
Pauline Hanson attacked Guardian journalist Sarah Martin at the National Press Club, calling her 'trashy' for questioning her daughter's employment by One Nation. The media union and other MPs criticized Hanson, calling it an 'assault on press freedom' and urging politicians to avoid personal attacks.
Pauline Hanson's attack on Guardian journalist Sarah Martin at the National Press Club has drawn criticism from the media union and MPs. Hanson called Martin "trashy" for questioning her daughter's employment by One Nation, leading to accusations of an "assault on the freedom of the press".
Two private members' bills targeting SLAPPs (Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation) have been introduced in the UK Parliament by Conservative MPs. The bills aim to protect whistleblowers, journalists, and victims of sexual assault from financially crippling lawsuits designed to silence them, and are expected to gain cross-party support.
Two private members' bills targeting Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs) have been introduced in the UK Parliament. These bills aim to protect whistleblowers, journalists, and victims of sexual assault from costly legal actions intended to silence them, potentially gaining cross-party support.
Spain midfielder Mikel Merino reflects on the team's 0-0 draw with Cape Verde in their World Cup opener, likening the disappointment to a 'mourning' and emphasizing unity and swift recovery.
Pauline Hanson outlined One Nation's vision for Australia, advocating for a monocultural society, reduced migration, and strong support for coal and gas. She proposed shutting down public broadcasters, scaling back parental leave, and cutting workers' rights, while criticizing transgender rights and climate action. Hanson also made controversial remarks about international partners and reacted aggressively to scrutiny.
Pauline Hanson, a seasoned politician, leveraged her appearance at the National Press Club not for traditional discourse, but for a 'Fight Club' spectacle, engaging with journalists and protesters to energize her base and garner media attention. This strategy, honed over 30 years, capitalizes on her 'outsider' status.
Bernard Arnault, owner of the world's largest luxury group LVMH, is under fire from French journalists' unions and Reporters Without Borders for his extensive ownership of the country's business press, raising concerns about media pluralism and potential abuse of dominant position.
Ghana's football team, despite past dominance, has faced decades of disappointment, marked by managerial instability and recent player eligibility issues. A plan to send fans to the World Cup was also altered due to economic constraints.
Kylian Mbappé set a new scoring record for France with a spectacular goal. Coach Marcelo Bielsa refused to pose for publicity photos, stating 'I'm not a model.' A French journalist's empty seat highlights his imprisonment in Algeria. Cabo Verde's Roberto Lopes kept his first World Cup jersey, and a 'Soccer baby Jesus' is being prayed to in Mexico City for World Cup victory.
Kylian Mbappé scores a record-breaking goal, coach Marcelo Bielsa refuses to be a "model" for FIFA, French journalists leave an empty seat for an imprisoned colleague, a Cabo Verde hero keeps his jersey, and a "baby Jesus" in a Mexico kit is displayed in a cathedral for World Cup luck.
A seat is left empty at France's World Cup games to highlight jailed journalist Christophe Gleizes' plight. Meanwhile, South Korea's team faces media backlash over disparaging comments about captain Son Heung-min, leading to media access cuts and a reported resignation.
President Trump stated he will read the text of a purported deal with Iran to journalists "in a couple of days" at a "formal setting," amid conflicting accounts from US and Iranian officials regarding its contents. Republicans on Capitol Hill expressed skepticism.
Ayyoub Bouaddi, 18, dominated Brazil's midfield in his competitive international debut for Morocco, outplaying veteran Casemiro and impressing despite Vinícius Júnior being named man of the match. Bouaddi's performance has drawn attention from top European clubs.
Military leaders in Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso have intensified repression since 2020, using defamation and antiterrorism laws to detain journalists and activists, and shutting down independent media. Critics, including Ulf Laessing and Binta Sidibe-Gascon, highlight the severe curtailment of freedoms and the rise of authoritarianism, with little hope for immediate peace or democratic restoration.
France coach Didier Deschamps wants his World Cup squad to focus on football, not politics, but acknowledges players like Kylian Mbappé have freedom of expression. Mbappé has spoken out against the far right, drawing mixed reactions and concerns about team distractions.
Luis Ángel López Valdez, a crime reporter for Vanguardia de Veracruz, was fatally shot in Poza Rica, Veracruz, Mexico, hours before the 2026 World Cup opening match, amid a history of journalist killings in the country.
Israeli authorities deported French journalist Alice Froussard, known for her criticism of Israel's actions in Gaza and the West Bank. France supports her but acknowledges Israel's right to deport. Minister Amichai Chikli accused her of supporting Hamas.
Marlene Louise Johnson, a former Associated Press reporter whose lawsuit against the wire service for race and gender discrimination spurred affirmative action hiring plans, has died at 89. Johnson died May 9 in Inglewood, California.
