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Albanese Hints at Surprise Tax Cash for Workers in Budget Tightrope
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has refused to rule out a surprise tax handout for Australian workers in the upcoming budget, even as the Treasurer shuts down hopes for fuel price relief.
Steel Nets and 'Fishermen' Who Don't Fish: China's New Wall in the South China Sea
China has deployed a physical floating barrier at Scarborough Shoal, escalating tensions in the South China Sea by blocking Filipino fishermen and asserting control via a 'maritime militia' fleet.
MSC Francesca Seized: 2 ships captured in Hormuz crisis
Iranian forces have seized two ships, including the MSC Francesca, in the Strait of Hormuz, demanding an end to the U.S. blockade as tensions in the Middle East reach a breaking point.
Lebanon today: strikes continue despite Iran ceasefire deal
Air strikes in Lebanon continue despite a broader Iran ceasefire, with Australia and global leaders pushing for the deal to expand and ease regional tensions.
North Korea’s back-to-back missile launches rattle region — and reset tensions overnight
North Korea fired ballistic missiles over two days, disrupting fragile regional diplomacy. New flight patterns and rising rhetoric signal deeper tensions ahead.
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Trump ‘TACO’ moment today: why the label is sticking
A viral acronym linked to Donald Trump is gaining traction across media and trading circles. Here’s what it means — and why it’s spreading.
Ceasefire Talks Gain Momentum as Trump Floats Two-Week Pause — Global Stakes Rise
A proposed Iran ceasefire backed by Trump and Pakistan could ease tensions, but Australians are watching closely as fuel prices and global stability hang in the balance.
Haifa missile strike today: civilian deaths raise pressure on Iran tensions
A deadly missile strike in Haifa kills four civilians, exposing shelter gaps and fuelling tensions tied to Iran. Here’s what it means and what comes next.
Bab al-Mandab crisis today: Global trade on edge after closure threat
Tensions between Iran and the US have reached a boiling point, with Tehran threatening to shut the Bab al-Mandab strait, a move that could send global fuel prices and inflation soaring.
Trump hospital rumours today: White House pushes back
Rumours that Donald Trump was hospitalised spread online after cancelled appearances, but officials quickly denied the claims. The story highlights how fast speculation can escalate.
Australia Moves to Avert Pacific Energy Collapse as Diesel Crisis Hits
As Middle East tensions choke global oil supplies, Australia is weighing urgent fuel support for Pacific neighbours facing a total energy and food security crisis.
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