US Politics

The US will provide intelligence to Ukraine for targets deep in Russia, says a newspaper report.

US to give Ukraine intel for long-range strikes: report

Ukraine will be given US intelligence for missile strikes deep into Russia on assets and infrastructure to deprive the Kremlin of oil revenue, a new report says.

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US officials say talks are happening regarding a Gaza Strip peace proposal as the Israeli Defence Minister urged civilians to leave Gaza City.

White House reveals ‘sensitive discussions’ amid Gaza plan

US officials say talks are happening regarding a Gaza Strip peace proposal as the Israeli defence minister urged civilians to leave Gaza City.

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Wall Street indexes have closed higher with the biggest boost coming from healthcare stocks. (AP PHOTO)

Wall Street closes higher despite government shutdown

All three main Wall Street indexes have advanced despite weaker than expected payrolls data with healthcare stocks providing the biggest boost.

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Congress and the White House have failed to reach a deal to avoid a US Government shutdown. (AP PHOTO)

US Government shuts down, runs out of money

The United States has entered a Government shutdown, a rare and damaging incident, with Donald Trump preparing to use special powers to make ‘irreversible’ changes.

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The US is hurtling towards a government shutdown. What will it mean for the US economy?

What would a shutdown mean for America’s economy?

Dodgy data, tetchy markets and a swathe of laid-off workers.

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QUANTICO, VIRGINIA - SEPTEMBER 30: U.S. President Donald Trump (R) greets U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth as he arrives to speak to senior military leaders at Marine Corps Base Quantico on September 30, 2025 in Quantico, Virginia. In an unprecedented gathering, almost 800 generals, admirals and their senior enlisted leaders have been ordered into one location from around the world on short notice. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

‘A war from within’: Trump tells generals to join fight

Donald Trump has delivered a meandering address to an unprecedented gathering of the country’s top military leaders, floating the idea of using American cities as a training ground for the military.

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Hamas is reportedly expected to reject Donald Trump’s proposed peace plan for Gaza, arguing it disregards the needs of the Palestinian people.

‘Serves Israel’: Hamas expected to reject Trump’s peace deal

As the US President awaits Hamas’ response, the group is reportedly expected to reject the proposed peace plan for Gaza, arguing it disregards the needs of the Palestinian people. 

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US President Donald Trump says US patients, who often pay nearly three times more than in other developed countries, will get cheaper prescription drugs.

Trump announces huge drug deal to lower prices

US President Donald Trump says US patients, who often pay nearly three times more than in other developed countries, will get cheaper prescription drugs.

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THE NEW YORK TIMES: The US President is now openly mimicking the dictators he admires so much.

Trump’s attack on justice has taken its next ominous turn

THE NEW YORK TIMES: The US President is now openly mimicking the dictators he admires so much.

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US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has announced new "gender-neutral" directives for troops. (AP PHOTO)

Hegseth criticises 'fat generals' in US army pep rally

“It's completely unacceptable to see fat generals and admirals in the halls of the Pentagon," US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has told the army's top brass.

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The US has deported about 100 Iranians on a fight leaving Louisiana for Tehran.

US deports 100 Iranians after deal with Tehran

The United States has deported a planeload of around 1000 Iranians to Tehran in one of the Trump administration's starkest migrant returns.

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President Donald Trump greets Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Monday at the White House.

Netanyahu backs Trump Gaza deal bid but Hamas still in doubt

THE WASHINGTON POST: The meeting between the US President and the Israeli PM could be a key step toward renewing serious peace talks.

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The Trump administration is reportedly set to maintain its original timeline for the $368b AUKUS deal, which will include the sale of three second-hand Virginia boats from 2032.

Trump administration set to back AUKUS after review: Report

The Trump administration is reportedly set to maintain its original timeline for the $368b AUKUS deal, which will include the sale of three second-hand Virginia boats from 2032.

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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., right, and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., speak to members of the media outside the West Wing at the White House in Washington, Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

‘Hostage taking’: US shutdown looms as final talks fail

Democrats left the White House discussions noting the ‘large differences between us’ as the Trump administration described their rivals’ approach to negotiations as ‘hostage taking’.

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Donald Trump’s ‘most-favoured pricing’ measures in the US could reduce Australians’ access to pharmaceuticals.

Aussies may lose access to medicines under Trump plan

Australians might not be able to get their hands on crucial medicines such as cancer drugs once Donald Trump’s pricing proposal comes into effect.

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