Legal Threat to Lammy Over Gaza Arms Policy
Foreign Secretary David Lammy is under intense scrutiny as a new legal opinion suggests he could be held personally liable for his policy on Gaza, testing the boundaries of ministerial responsibility.
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UN Gaza Genocide Finding Pressures Albanese on Israel
A damning UN commission report officially recognising genocide in Gaza triggers urgent calls for Prime Minister Albanese to abandon Australia's contradictory stance on Israel and impose sanctions.
Australia's Diplomatic Failure in PNG Exposed
A recent diplomatic misstep by Australia in Papua New Guinea reveals a profound failure to understand Pacific neighbours, threatening regional influence and trust.
Australia Signs Landmark Defence Pact with Papua New Guinea
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signs a landmark security treaty with PNG, Australia's largest defence agreement with a Pacific nation, marking a strategic shift to reinforce regional stability.
PNG delays Australia defence treaty in major setback
Papua New Guinea's parliament postpones ratification of crucial security pact with Australia, dealing significant setback to Canberra's Pacific strategy and Anthony Albanese's government.
Virgin Australia to Allow Pets in Cabins from 2025
Virgin Australia is set to revolutionise air travel by allowing pets in cabins on select domestic routes from 2025. Here's everything you need to know about the new policy, including costs, eligible animals, and how it will work in practice.
Australia's Climate Everest: Political Resolve Tested
As Australia faces escalating climate disasters, a critical question emerges: does the nation possess the political resolve to implement the transformative policies needed for survival?
Australia's Climate Crisis: Govt Report Warns, Will Action Follow?
A stark new Australian government report outlines the severe and escalating threats of the climate crisis, raising urgent questions about the nation's political will to meet the challenge with concrete policy.
Australia's Climate Crisis: Heat Deaths Soar as Seas Rise
A stark new Guardian podcast reveals the escalating human and economic costs of climate inaction in Australia, from deadly heatwaves to existential threats from sea-level rise. Experts warn that current policies are failing to match the scale of the crisi
Pacific Forum 2025: Key Takeaways as Global Powers Clash
The 2025 Pacific Islands Forum concluded with major geopolitical shifts, climate action demands, and a new regional security pact. Discover the key outcomes shaping the future of the Pacific.
Australia cuts skilled migration, new hurdles for UK applicants
In a major immigration overhaul, Australia cuts its skilled worker visa quota and raises the bar for applicants. Discover how new points tests, higher salary thresholds, and stricter English requirements will impact British nationals seeking a life down u
Albanese's Bold Pledge Ahead of Potential Trump Meeting
Australian PM Anthony Albanese vows to champion Australia's national interests 'without hesitation' in a future meeting with Donald Trump, should he win the US election. Exclusive insight into the diplomatic preparations.
Australia's Energy Crisis: Solar Restrictions Loom Amid Defence Talks
Exclusive: Australia faces a perfect storm as energy shortages prompt drastic rooftop solar power restrictions. Prime Minister Albanese's emergency talks with Papua New Guinea highlight growing regional tensions amid climate and defence crises.
UK Palestine state recognition plan sparks 'reward for Hamas' fury
A major political storm has erupted as senior government figures warn that Britain's consideration of recognising a Palestinian state would be a 'reward for Hamas' and their brutal October 7th attacks, undermining Israel's security and the wider peace pro
Mandelson: Badenoch as Foreign Secretary a 'gamble'
Labour grandee Peter Mandelson issues a stark warning against appointing Kemi Badenoch as Foreign Secretary, branding it a risky move that could damage Britain's global standing.
British Men Killed in Kangaroo Island Car Crash
Two British men have tragically lost their lives following a single-vehicle crash on South Australia's Kangaroo Island. The fatal incident occurred on the Playford Highway, casting a shadow over the popular tourist destination.
UK Aid Cuts Fuel Deadly Malaria Surge in Africa
A damning report reveals how UK government aid cuts have dismantled a flagship anti-malaria programme, leading to a devastating rise in deaths across Africa and threatening a global health crisis.
Australia's Pacific Forum Crisis: Climate Rift and China Threat
Exclusive analysis reveals Australia faces mounting isolation at the Pacific Islands Forum as climate change disputes and China's growing influence create turbulent waters for Canberra's foreign policy.
UK Couple's Honest Verdict on Life in Australia
A British couple reveals the incredible highs and surprising lows of swapping their life in the UK for a new start in Australia, sharing their honest journey and the one thing they desperately miss.
UK threatens visa bans over Rwanda deportation blockages
The UK government issues a stark ultimatum: countries obstructing the Rwanda deportation scheme could face a complete visa suspension, escalating a major diplomatic standoff.
Liberal Senator's defiant stand on net zero and wildlife
South Australian Liberal Senator Andrew McLachlan launches an impassioned defence of Australia's net zero target and calls for stronger action to protect endangered species, putting him at odds with his own party's climate sceptics.
British student's Dubai prison torture nightmare
A British law student details his horrific 11-month ordeal in a Dubai prison, alleging torture, forced confessions, and a complete collapse of justice after a minor altercation.
UK's 'last chance' Gaza evacuation order for Britons
The UK Foreign Office issues an urgent 'do or die' evacuation order for British nationals in Gaza ahead of a feared Israeli ground offensive. Officials warn this is the 'last chance' to leave as conflict escalates.
Albanese Calls Trump to Forge New Ukraine Coalition
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has held a crucial call with former US President Donald Trump, seeking to forge a new international coalition to support Ukraine, as a potential second Trump administration threatens to withdraw US backing.
Australia condemns Iran's 'reckless' Baghdad airstrike
Australia has issued a formal diplomatic rebuke to Iran, summoning its chargé d'affaires in Canberra following a 'reckless and indiscriminate' airstrike on Baghdad. The attack, which Iran claimed targeted an Israeli 'spy headquarters', has escalated regio
Dan Andrews Breaks Silence on China & Putin
Former Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews faces a firestorm of criticism after defending his dealings with China and refusing to condemn Vladimir Putin, raising serious questions about influence and diplomatic judgement.
Dan Andrews Poses with Putin and Kim Jong Un in China
Former Victorian Premier Dan Andrews has ignited a firestorm after being photographed alongside authoritarian leaders Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un at a major military parade in China, raising serious questions about Australia's foreign policy and diplom
Photojournalist Confronted by Pro-Russia Activists in Perth
Award-winning photojournalist Tamati Smith was surrounded and harassed by pro-Russia demonstrators while covering a patriotic rally in Perth. The incident, captured on video, raises serious concerns about press freedom and foreign interference on Australi
Senator Payman's fiery Gaza speech condemns Albanese government
Labor Senator Fatima Payman delivers a powerful rebuke to Anthony Albanese's government, accusing it of abandoning moral principles in its response to the Gaza conflict. The speech highlights deep internal divisions and a growing rebellion over foreign po
Albanese Defies Protests, Won't Cut Immigration
The Australian government confirms it will not slash record-high immigration levels, a move that directly contradicts the demands of nationwide protests over the housing and cost-of-living crisis.
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