US Politics

US President Donald Trump has hit back at Elon Musk after the tech billionaire revealed plans to launch a new political force, the so-called ‘America Party’. 
US Politics
Amy Lee

‘Completely off the rails’: Trump fires back at Musk

US President Donald Trump has hit back at Elon Musk after the tech billionaire revealed plans to launch a new political force, the so-called America Party. 

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Benjamin Netanyahu has said he hopes an upcoming meeting with Donald Trump could ‘help advance’ a Gaza ceasefire deal, as he heads for Washington DC.
Middle East
Amy Lee

Netanyahu believes Trump can ‘help advance’ Gaza ceasefire

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said he hopes an upcoming meeting with US President Donald Trump could ‘help advance’ a Gaza ceasefire deal, as he heads for Washington DC.

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Australia's cuts to international student numbers may do more economic damage than US tariffs.
Politics
Kat Wong

Student caps may hit harder than Trump’s tariffs

As the US reimposes sweeping tariffs, a leading expert says Australia’s cap on international students could prove even more damaging.

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Anthony Albanese has been accused of of ‘waving a white flag’ on trying to secure exemptions to Donald Trump’s looming tariffs.
Politics
Caitlyn Rintoul

PM accused of ‘waving white flag’ as tariff deadline nears

Shadow Trade Minister Kevin Hogan has accused Anthony Albanese of ‘waving a white flag’ on the possibility of securing exemptions to Donald Trump’s looming tariffs by the July 9 deadline.

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Billionaire Elon Musk says he is launching a new political party.
US Politics
Madeline Cove

Musk announces America Party to fight ‘uniparty’ rule

Elon Musk has launched a new political party, vowing to restore freedom and challenge what he calls a ‘one-party system’ in Washington.

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Russia has intensified its drone attacks on Ukraine in recent weeks, as peace efforts stall. (AP PHOTO)
Middle East
Staff Writers

Drone war escalates: Kyiv hit, Russia base struck

Ukraine has struck a major Russian air base as Moscow bombards Kyiv and western regions with hundreds of drones in one of the most intense escalations of the war yet.

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The Trump administration supports the deportation of eight men to South Sudan.
US Politics
The Washington Post

Trump's push sees eight migrants sent to South Sudan

Donald Trump’s deportation plan moves ahead, sending eight men to South Sudan, where advocates say they face deadly risk.

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A TikTok deal between the US and China might be struck next week, Donald Trump says. (AP PHOTO)
US Politics
Staff Writers

Trump: TikTok deal ‘pretty much’ done

TikTok’s fate is back on the agenda as Trump prepares for a new round of negotiations.

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US President Donald Trump has signed his signature bill of tax breaks and spending cuts into law. (AP PHOTO)
Politics
Trevor Hunnicutt

Tax and spend: Trump’s big new law

Trump has signed a sweeping new bill slashing taxes and spending billions, despite warnings it could balloon the national debt.

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Family and friends of Israelis held captive in Gaza called for their release on US Independence Day. (AP PHOTO)
World
Staff Writers

Hamas has 'positive' response to ceasefire proposal

Hamas has issued what it describes as a ‘positive’ response to a US-brokered ceasefire proposal in Gaza, with a senior Palestinian official saying it could help pave the way for a final agreement.

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Will Australia’s foreign policies hold water?
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Australia
Nicola Smith

Rough waters ahead as AUKUS, tariffs deadlines loom

NICOLA SMITH: Will Australia’s foreign policies hold water?

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US President Donald Trump speaks at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines, Iowa, US, on Thursday, July 3, 2025. Trump intends to lay out his plans to celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary, in addition to emphasizing his bid to codify tax, immigration and welfare reforms in Congress. Photographer: Scott Morgan/Bloomberg
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US Politics
Jackson Hewett

Trump’s new bill a loss for common sense

JACKSON HEWETT: The President’s Independence Day victory is a loss for common sense.

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Anthony Albanese isn’t worried about US President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
Politics
Katina Curtis

Albanese says US tariffs ‘won’t really’ impact Australia

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says America’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs will have little impact on Australia and has taken aim at US President Donald Trump’s favourite word.

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US President Donald Trump says he’s considering a UFC match on the White House grounds. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
US Politics
Kimberley Braddish

Fight fan Trump floats UFC bout on White House lawn

US President Donald Trump says he’s considering a UFC fight on the White House grounds with up to 25,000 spectators as part of America’s 250th birthday celebrations.

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US President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act ends long-standing federal support for solar and wind power.
US Politics
CNBC

Trump’s megabill gives the oil industry everything it wants

US President Donald Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill ends long-standing support for solar and wind power, while creating a friendly environment for oil, gas, and coal production.

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