Politics

A US court has extended an order blocking the Trump Administration’s attempt to revoke Harvard University’s ability to enrol international students. 

Judge blocks Trump’s Harvard foreign student ban

A US court has extended an order blocking the Trump Administration’s attempt to revoke Harvard University’s ability to enrol international students. 

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US President Donald Trump’s controversial global tariffs have been temporarily reinstated while a court reviews a White House appeal.

Trump tariffs reinstated after White House appeal

Tariffs imposed by the Trump administration that were struck down by a court on Wednesday will remain in effect as the legal process continues. 

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Putting net zero up for review is a gamble that might come back to haunt the reunited, but still fractured, Coalition, writes Ellen Ransley.

Liberal insiders warn it’s unwise to waver on net zero

ELLEN RANSLEY: Putting net zero up for review is a gamble that might come back to haunt the reunited, but still fractured, Coalition.

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the policy on Wednesday as a measure to protected America’s “cherished right” of free speech. 

Why Australian embassy is closely monitoring this US move

Australia’s foreign ministry is closely following a US government move to ban foreign nationals it deems to be censoring Americans – a new policy that could target officials regulating US tech companies. 

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Australian Strategic Policy Institute executive director Justin Bassi hit back after Anthony Albanese dismissed an alarming report warning Australia’s conflict-readiness would be at risk without a hike in defence spending. 

‘Hard truths’: Think tank chief fires back after PM’s quip

The security think tank’s head hit back after Anthony Albanese dismissed an alarming report warning Australia’s conflict-readiness would be at risk without a hike in defence spending. 

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The US Court of International Trade has dealt Donald Trump’s tariff crusade a serious blow.

How US court blew a major hole in Trump’s trade war

The US Court of International Trade’s move to block Donald Trump’s tariffs will spark all-out lawfare. To use an American expression, Australians should be rooting for the judiciary.

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MARK RILEY: Demoted Coalition backbenchers making the most of their liberty to say precisely what they think. Pictured: Jacinta Price, Michael McCormack, Sussan Ley.

Fighting words flow freely as Coalition backbenchers arc up

MARK RILEY: Demoted Coalition backbenchers are making the most of their liberty to say precisely what they think.

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Minnie Dunn fell to her death from a sixth-floor balcony while visiting her mum.

‘Big mistake’: Mum’s torment after daughter plunges to death

‘I am a sucker for her eyes and ended up giving in and that was the biggest mistake of my life.’

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Beijing will give $US2 million to prop up infrastructure and tourism across Pacific region. (Asanka Ratnayake/AAP PHOTOS)

China boosts Pacific ties, flags policing collaboration

Pacific leaders and foreign ministers have reaffirmed a willingness to boost co-operation with Beijing as they travelled to China for a multilateral meeting.

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Don Farrell has given a cautious response to a US court decision to block sweeping US tariffs.

Government ‘closely studying’ US tariff ruling: Farrell

Don Farrell has given a cautious response to a US court decision to block sweeping US tariffs that upended the global trade system, pledging to continue to resist a 10 per cent duty on Australian exports. 

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Anthony Albanese has failed to address security concerns raised by a respected think tank, instead using it as an opportunity to play politics.

PM’s flippant dismissal of defence warning weakens Australia

AARON PATRICK: The Prime Minister had an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the debate over Australia’s readiness for war. Instead he reverted to personal criticism.

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The Czech Republic has blamed China for a cyber attack on its infrastructure.

China condemned as group behind Aussie MP hacks hits Czechia

But Australia’s Government has stopped short of joining NATO, the EU and US in blaming Beijing amid a wave of support for the tiny nation.

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Woodside has been granted approval to operate the North West Shelf gas project until 2070. Save Our Songlines

PM defends Woodside gas ruling, calls project ‘essential’

Anthony Albanese has defended his Government’s call to extend Woodside’s North West Shelf gas project to 2070, saying gas is essential as the country shifts to renewables. 

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Elon Musk is putting his DOGE chainsaw down, exiting Donald Trump’s White House.

Musk’s parting message to Trump as he exits White House

Billionaire Elon Musk has confirmed he is leaving US President Donald Trump’s administration, firing off a final message to the Republican as he leaves his White House role.

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