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Australia's cig price hike fuels black market boom

The Australian government's new 7% tobacco tax increase, aimed at improving public health, is fuelling a rampant black market for cigarettes, raising concerns about lost tax revenue and organised crime.

UK mulls Paris-style ban on oversized SUVs in cities

Exclusive: Ministers are examining drastic new measures to restrict giant 'Chelsea tractors' from British cities following a landmark move in Paris, as concerns over pedestrian safety and emissions reach boiling point.

US-Australia Defence Meeting Erupts in Chaos Over AUKUS

A high-stakes defence meeting between Australian Deputy PM Richard Marles and US official Pete Hegseth erupted in a fiery confrontation over AUKUS, leaving the crucial alliance strained and questioning future cooperation.

Aussies barred from US over minor, decades-old offences

Australians are facing US travel bans and visa rejections for minor, decades-old offences, including a Sydney man denied entry for a forgotten fine. Experts warn of a major policy shift catching travellers unaware.

BOM Forecast: A Wet Spring Soaking for Australia

The Bureau of Meteorology's Spring 2025 Outlook forecasts above-average rainfall for eastern and northern Australia, with a heightened flood risk following saturated catchments. Southern regions brace for persistent damp conditions.

iHerb stops melatonin sales to Australia amid regulatory crackdown

Global online retailer iHerb has abruptly suspended sales of melatonin supplements to Australian customers following intensified scrutiny from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). The popular sleep aid, widely used for insomnia and jet lag, now fac

Khawaja: Labor Too Slow Banning Gambling Ads to Protect Children

Australian cricket star Usman Khawaja launches a scathing attack on the Albanese government for its delayed implementation of a promised gambling advertising ban, warning that children are being exposed to harmful content while politicians drag their feet

Crime boss Kazem Hamad ordered out of Australia after attack

Notorious crime figure Kazem Hamad is at the centre of an international incident after Australia orders him out following a suspected anti-Semitic assault. The Iranian-born boss, linked to a violent gang war, is suspected of a brutal attack on a Jewish ma

Man killed, woman critical in Porepunkah shooting

A man has died and a woman is in a critical condition following a targeted shooting in the quiet town of Porepunkah, Victoria. Police are investigating the circumstances of the attack.

Australia expels Iranian ambassador over antisemitic attacks

Australia takes unprecedented diplomatic action, expelling Iran's ambassador following compelling evidence linking Tehran to orchestrated antisemitic attacks on Australian soil. The move signals a major escalation in bilateral tensions.

Albanese: Iran Behind Anti-Semitic Attacks in Australia

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese makes stunning revelation confirming Iranian state involvement in two recent anti-Semitic incidents, escalating diplomatic tensions and raising national security concerns.

3.8 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes South Australia Overnight

A significant 3.8 magnitude earthquake shook South Australia overnight, with tremors felt across Adelaide and the Hills. Geoscience Australia reports the quake struck at 3:40am, waking residents but causing no major damage.

Australian Gun Lobby Claims Victory in Firearm Law Battle

Exclusive investigation reveals how Australia's pro-gun movement is successfully challenging world-renowned firearm restrictions through political lobbying and legal challenges. Full analysis of their growing influence.

Gymnastics coach banned for life over child abuse images

Wei Jun Soh Lee, a former Gold Coast gymnastics coach, has been handed a life ban by Gymnastics Australia after being convicted of possessing child abuse material. The disgraced coach's crimes have sent shockwaves through the sporting community.

Vegan Activist Tash Peterson Banned from UK for Five Years

Controversial Australian vegan activist Tash Peterson has been refused entry to the UK and banned for five years following a heated confrontation with Border Force officers at Heathrow Airport. The Home Office revoked her visa upon arrival, citing her his

Australia's Economic Blind Spot: Women Key to Growth

Exclusive insights from Australia's Economic Reform Roundtable reveal how sidelining women's economic participation is costing the nation billions. Discover the urgent call for a gender-inclusive productivity revolution.

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