US President Donald Trump has deployed nuclear submarines into action in response to ‘provocative’ threats from former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev.

NICOLA SMITH: Although Friday’s tariff reprieve brought relatively good news for Canberra, the outlook for Australia, and the global trading system more generally, is still not fully clear. 

THE ECONOMIST: Silicon Valley’s AI boom is seeing spending spike, but the debt is piling up.

Laws are being developed to allow all private and public sector employees in one state to work from home two days a week if they are able to do so.

While face-to-face talks with Donald Trump remain elusive, a US decision to spare Australia from increased tariffs highlights the strength of the partnership.

Anthony Albanese and his Government are determined to focus attention on their delivery of election commitments, seeing the Opposition as irrelevant in the new world order.

The supermarket giant’s response has been branded ‘insulting’.

Traffic chaos is expected in the Sydney CBD on Sunday after the NSW Supreme Court said it would not block the pro-Palestinian rally taking place on the Harbour Bridge.

One of the men, aged in his 20s, is fighting for life.

The nation was reportedly close to negotiating an outline deal similar to those struck by Australia, the European Union, the UK and Japan.

Global markets are reeling after US President Donald Trump announced his latest slew of steep tariffs on dozens of trading partners.

Australia could double the number of household solar batteries installed in a year, figures reveal, as consumers rush to take advantage of a subsidy.

THE WASHINGTON POST: Why taking frequent holidays could help you live longer.

Sarah Steger shares some hostel hacks for the 30-plus traveller — so you don’t lose your mind (or your back support).

The US may have a reputation for fast food, doughnuts and bad coffee, but a recent trip showed this is undeserved. 

EDITORIAL: While the Albanese Government has earned the right to relish this victory, there are signs this trade turmoil isn’t over yet. 

BEN HARVEY: It’s the issue that has ended more political careers than just about any other. History suggests Barnaby Joyce’s political body will end up as another speed bump on the climate change highway.

EDITORIAL: Australians are still in the dark as to what Labor’s plan is to deal with the tariff threat. It’s time for Jim Chalmers and Anthony Albanese to work on cutting a deal.

THE NEW YORK TIMES: You’re not a terrible person for feeling depleted around your friend’s kids. Even under the best of circumstances, being around other people’s children can feel extremely draining.

THE NEW YORK TIMES: ‘A little restraint, please!’

THE NEW YORK TIMES: Everybody eats potatoes, it seems, but nobody can say where they came from.

Channel Nine star Ally Langdon is up against some stiff competition for the coveted Gold Logie at this year’s TV WEEK Logie Awards. 

The Stolen Painting draws its story from the real-life discovery of a lost Impressionist masterpiece in a modest home in regional France.

Following her divorce from Sacha Baron Cohen, Perth-raised Isla Fisher is embracing her next career move.

THE NEW YORK TIMES: Everybody eats potatoes, it seems, but nobody can say where they came from.

An attempt for the nation’s first orbital launch in over 50 years has come crashing down after an Australian-manufactured rocket exploded within seconds of liftoff. 

Pronatalism: It’s a growing movement, especially amongst the rich and powerful, and it’s giving a huge boost to a fertility industry already experiencing heightened demand. 

THE NEW YORK TIMES: You’re not a terrible person for feeling depleted around your friend’s kids. Even under the best of circumstances, being around other people’s children can feel extremely draining.

SARAH DI LORENZO: It’s a useful tool but the Body Mass Index shouldn’t be the only factor if you’re working on a health goal.

THE WASHINGTON POST: Cardiologist Dr Eric Topol says these are the ten most effective, science-backed steps to help protect your heart and prevent heart attacks.

‘I’m not gonna lie.’

Mollie O'Callaghan missed out on gold in the 100m women's freestyle, but there could be plenty of joy in store for Australia on Saturday night.

After speaking with authorities about others involved in Jeffrey Epstein's crimes, his associate Ghislaine Maxwell has been moved to a low-security prison.

Donald Trump announced that he had stationed two US nuclear submarines in the ‘appropriate places’ following threats made by former Russian President and online firebrand Dmitry Medvedev.

A family is mourning the heartbreaking loss of their five-month-old son after he was fatally mauled by the family dog on the evening of his mother’s birthday.