Former US President Donald Trump is poised to announce crushing 100% tariffs on Australian aluminium and steel imports if re-elected, dealing a catastrophic blow to a key Australian industry and threatening thousands of jobs.
Discover how Australia's ancient native ingredients are taking London by storm at the groundbreaking Australian Native Food Festival, featuring top chefs and Indigenous food leaders.
The CEO of iconic British retailer Fortnum & Mason has issued a stark warning: US tariffs imposed by the Trump administration have severely damaged lucrative tea exports, costing the UK millions and threatening a historic trade relationship.
In a major policy reversal, Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party has abandoned plans to impose tariffs on UK steel exports to the US, a direct concession to Donald Trump's protectionist agenda. The move signals a pragmatic shift in Labour's trade strategy.
The entertainment world mourns the loss of Jon English, the trailblazing Australian musician and actor, who has died aged 73. Remembered for his role in 'Against the Wind' and a stellar music career.
Australian PM Anthony Albanese snaps at Sunrise hosts Nat Barr and Matt 'Shirvo' Shirley during a live interview, branding a line of questioning 'absolute nonsense' in a tense exchange.
A damning new report uncovers systematic forced labour in Cuban prisons, with inmates compelled to produce lucrative export goods like cigars and charcoal under brutal conditions for the state's profit.
Exclusive: Former President Donald Trump declares he will impose severe sanctions on Russia if NATO member states refuse to halt purchases of Russian oil, signalling a major shift in US foreign policy approach.
In a landmark move for UK retail, supermarket titan Sainsbury's partners with Alibaba to launch a flagship store on Tmall Global, offering British groceries to millions of Chinese consumers.
Iceland halts new arms export licences to the UK, citing international humanitarian law concerns over Gaza. A significant diplomatic move scrutinising Britain's role in the Israel-Hamas war.
Exclusive: The UK government is negotiating a clandestine deal with leading tech firms, including OpenAI and NVIDIA, to safeguard the nation's AI infrastructure from a potential Trump-led US export ban, The Independent can reveal.
Exclusive briefing documents reveal a significant delay to the crucial ABS Income and Housing Survey, leaving policymakers and economists without vital data on wages, inequality, and housing costs until 2026.
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has announced a radical new policy platform, 'One Nation, One Law', aiming to abolish state governments and create a single, unified national system. The controversial plan promises massive savings and streamlined services
In a stunning reversal, a legendary British sports car is poised to make a triumphant return to American roads after a quarter-century hiatus, overcoming its most controversial feature to meet modern standards.
Exclusive: As Europe weans itself off Russian gas, China secures a monumental energy deal with Siberia's Power of Siberia 2 pipeline, shifting the balance of global energy power and securing a bargain price for decades to come.
American wrestling legend Bryan Danielson, formerly WWE's Daniel Bryan, has sparked outrage in Australia after labelling NRL and AFL players 'soft' and questioning their toughness compared to global sports stars.
An Australian Indian writer's powerful first-person account of the exhausting reality of modern racism in Australia's national discourse and its corrosive impact.
In a major boost for Scotland's economy, former political heavyweights Donald Trump and Peter Mandelson have brokered a groundbreaking agreement to dramatically reduce punitive US tariffs on Scotch Whisky, ending a long-standing trade dispute.
Climate activist Greta Thunberg participates in drone protest against UK government's arms exports to Israel, joining pro-Palestinian flotilla demonstration.
UK cheese exporters are grappling with a potential crisis as new Trump administration tariffs threaten to curdle a multi-million pound trade with the US. Discover how British dairy is fighting back.
The charming historic village of Bungendore, just a short drive from Canberra, has been officially named Australia's Best Tourism Town at the 2023 Australian Top Tourism Town Awards, beating out fierce competition for its unique blend of heritage, artisan
Exclusive: The Australian Labor government has dramatically cut migration from India by 50%, sparking debate on skilled worker shortages and international relations. Discover the full impact of the new visa restrictions.
Exclusive: Volkswagen Group secures a pivotal agreement with the US Trade Representative, exempting its luxury car imports from crippling 25% tariffs and securing its $4bn South Carolina investment.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez delivers a blistering condemnation of Israel's military campaign in Gaza, accusing it of 'exterminating defenceless people' and calling for an immediate end to EU arms exports. The remarks, made in parliament, signal a
Sydney's Belvoir St Theatre announces a bold 2026 season, featuring world premieres, radical classics, and a landmark production of 'The Tempest' directed by Eamon Flack. Discover the future of Australian theatre.
China's export growth hits a six-month low, with shipments to the US plummeting amid escalating tariff tensions. Global oil prices also climb as markets react to the deepening trade rift.
The global dance community is in mourning after the sudden death of acclaimed Australian ballet dancer Jesse Wiley, whose body was discovered in his London residence. Tributes pour in for the talented performer.
Palestinian organisations file a groundbreaking legal case against the UK Government, demanding an immediate halt to arms export licenses to Israel, citing violations of international law in Gaza.
A Brisbane mother faces execution in Taiwan after authorities allegedly found 30kg of cannabis concealed within her luggage. The harrowing case highlights international drug trafficking dangers.