Defections from Shiv Sena (UBT) and a breakaway Trinamool Congress faction are bolstering BJP-backed allies within the NDA coalition. This development reduces the coalition's dependence on major partners like TDP and JD(U), offering the BJP greater flexibility in alliance management.
AI startup Anthropic joins Frontier's carbon removal collective with a $915 million pledge, nearly doubling Frontier's total funding to $1.8 billion. This marks the first AI-only company to join the group, which vets and contracts carbon removal projects.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei and Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis proposed a U.S.-led international coalition to set AI rules and standards at a G7 summit meeting. The call for cooperation aims to mitigate risks from advanced AI, with discussions including structured access to frontier models and chip trade restrictions on China.
EU countries are converging on the need for urgent action to prevent Chinese-driven deindustrialization, supporting a new trade strategy with new instruments and strategic use of existing ones ahead of a key summit.
A US-led naval coalition has downgraded the threat level in the Strait of Hormuz to "substantial" from "severe" following the announcement of a US-Iran deal, advising shippers to remain aware of potential attacks and mine threats.
La Cour de cassation a annulé la décision de requalification des faits pour le policier impliqué dans la mort de Nahel, rouvrant la voie à un possible procès pour meurtre. La plus haute instance judiciaire française estime que la chambre de l'instruction n'a pas justifié sa décision. Par ailleurs, Bruno Retailleau propose la création d'une "cour disciplinaire de la magistrature" face à ce qu'il considère comme un dysfonctionnement des mécanismes de sanction.
Nationals frontbencher Bridget McKenzie indicated the Coalition might support extending a cut to the heavy vehicle road user charge. Meanwhile, Australia has lowered travel advice for several Middle Eastern countries following a US-Iran ceasefire deal.
Mindaugas Sinkevičius, leader of Lithuania's ruling Social Democratic Party, will replace Inga Ruginienė as Prime Minister. The move follows the exclusion of the Dawn of Nemunas party due to antisemitic hate crimes by its chair. A new coalition is expected Thursday.
Opposition Leader Angus Taylor visited Alice Springs and met with the family of Kumanjayi Little Baby, a five-year-old girl allegedly abducted and murdered. Taylor, accompanied by Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price, also laid flowers at a memorial and discussed concerns about Indigenous funding and town camp conditions.
Opposition Leader Angus Taylor visited Alice Springs and met the family of Kumanjayi Little Baby, a 5-year-old girl allegedly abducted and murdered. Taylor and Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price laid flowers at a memorial and discussed the need for better town camp conditions and justice. Taylor also questioned the effectiveness of federal funding for Central Australia.
Military spouses face a 20% unemployment rate and unique challenges like frequent relocations and caregiving duties. Many turn to entrepreneurship, but face obstacles like funding rejections and business disruption. A coalition is advocating for legislation to provide more federal funding and support for military spouse-owned businesses.
Des associations féministes appellent à des rassemblements devant les tribunaux pour dénoncer les dysfonctionnements de la justice suite à l'affaire Lyhanna. Elles réclament une loi intégrale contre les violences faites aux enfants et femmes.
OpenAI is under investigation by a group of state attorneys general, led by New York's AG, demanding documents on user data protection, advertising, and policies for minors and older adults. This probe arrives as OpenAI prepares for a potential $1 trillion IPO, adding to existing legal pressures.
Health Minister Mark Butler is pushing to pass contentious NDIS reforms this month, warning against delays. The Coalition and Greens are considering teaming up to extend inquiries into the NDIS, negative gearing, and capital gains tax changes, which disability groups and state ministers have criticized.
Health Minister Mark Butler is pushing to pass controversial NDIS reforms this month, rejecting opposition calls for extended inquiries. He warns that delays could cost billions and hinder improvements to support quality and fight fraud, accusing the Coalition of using the bill as a political pawn. Disability advocates and state ministers have criticized the proposed changes.
Liberal frontbencher Jonno Duniam announced he will resign from politics before the end of the year, citing a desire to spend more time with family after 25 years in the field. The Tasmanian senator's departure is a blow to the struggling Coalition, which faces low popularity and potential electoral defeat.
Liberal frontbencher Jonno Duniam announced he will quit federal politics before the end of the year, citing a desire to spend more time with family after 25 years in the field. The Tasmanian senator, serving as shadow home affairs minister, acknowledged the timing is difficult for the struggling Coalition.
Environ trois mille militants d'extrême droite ont manifesté à Rome samedi 13 juin, réclamant la "remigration" des immigrés. Parallèlement, le député européen Roberto Vannacci a lancé son nouveau parti, Futuro Nazionale, se positionnant à droite de la coalition au pouvoir.
The INDIA bloc, an opposition alliance, met to "reset" its anti-BJP strategy with a five-point truce plan. However, the article argues that the alliance failed to address the fundamental fault line of political rivalry between allies at the state level, which has historically led to its collapse. Key examples include Congress vs. Samajwadi Party in Madhya Pradesh, Congress vs. AAP in Delhi and Haryana, Congress vs. TMC in West Bengal, and Congress vs. Left in Kerala. The article questions whether the Congress, despite having an upper hand, will be willing to compromise on seats to maintain unity.
OpenAI is under investigation by a coalition of state attorneys general, who have issued a subpoena seeking information on its activities, user data handling, and impact on users, particularly minors and seniors. The probe follows scrutiny of AI companies and a previous criminal investigation in Florida.
Victorian opposition leader Jess Wilson stated Pauline Hanson has not approached her, following Hanson's declaration to work with the Coalition to remove Labor. Wilson emphasized the preferential voting system and deferred preference discussions closer to the election.
A coalition including Kalshi, Crypto.com, and Polymarket has filed a lawsuit challenging Kentucky's new 14.25% excise tax on prediction market operators' transaction fees, arguing it's discriminatory, unconstitutional, and preempted by federal law. The coalition claims the tax is higher than on other industries and pushes users toward illegal platforms.
One Nation is surging in Australian politics, outpolling Labor and the Coalition for the first time. The party's leader, Pauline Hanson, is tapping into voter anger over economic issues and broken promises, while opposition leader Angus Taylor struggles to connect with voters in Western Australia. Analysts suggest highlighting Hanson's hypocrisy and lack of policy substance could be key to regaining support.
The Albanese government's proposed changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) to cut spending and reduce participant numbers have drawn heavy criticism from advocates and people with disabilities during a Senate inquiry. Shadow NDIS minister Melissa McIntosh also discussed concerns about the legislation.
