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UK reportedly halts intelligence sharing with US

The UK Government has reportedly halted intelligence sharing with the United States after the Department of War conducted multiple strikes on alleged ‘narco-terrorists’ in international waters.

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A QantasLink flight was forced to make an emergency landing in Adelaide.

Liberal politicians caught up in Qantas flight emergency

Three Liberal politicians, including a South Australian senator, have been caught up in a frightening flight incident.

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Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan.

'Adult time for violent crime': Victoria set for major overhaul

Tougher sentences are on the way for children as young as 14 who commit serious offences in response to an alarming spike in youth crime in Victoria.

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Labor’s environmental reforms fail to close a ‘25-year-old loophole’ putting the Great Barrier Reef at risk, an economist has warned. NewsWire / Dan Peled

What Labor’s green reforms won’t fix

Labor’s ambitious environmental reforms fail to close a ‘25-year-old loophole’ putting the Great Barrier Reef at risk, an economist has warned.

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Prabowo Subianto is making his first official visit to Australia as leader of Indonesia. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)

PM rolls out welcome mat for Indonesian President

Prabowo Subianto will make his first official visit to Australia since becoming Indonesia's leader, holding talks with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

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The Liberals are widely expected to water down their commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

Climate showdown looms as Liberals debate net-zero plan

A meeting of Liberals could define the party's long-term energy and climate plan, as MPs prepare for a showdown with their coalition partner the Nationals.

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Zohran Mamdani challenged President Donald Trump head on following his historic election win.

Speaking out as battle on for Mayor Mamdani’s favour

THE NEW YORK TIMES: Mamdani would probably prefer to have a speaker who is aligned with his left-leaning views.

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Australian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Stephen Smith.

Count is on for ‘dud’ Stephen Smith to depart London

LATIKA M BOURKE: Two titans of the Australian community in London have declared Stephen Smith the most disappointing High Commissioner to ever represent the country in the UK.

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Anthony Albanese maintained the Labor Party’s rage over the dismissal five decades on, declaring it was “entirely inappropriate” and “very unfair”.

Albo maintains Labor rage over Whitlam dismissal 50 years on

Anthony Albanese has maintained the Labor rage 50 years on over the dismissal of the Whitlam Government, labelling it as an ‘entirely inappropriate action.’

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In the wake of her death, those TikTok posts have become a focus of commentary and condolence from fellow users, friends and strangers alike.

Young woman found dead on cruise ship

Her sudden death is now under investigation by the FBI.

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The enduring popularity of Remembrance Day shows Australia remain proud of its veterans and is determined not to forget its wars despite their terrible power.

As Australia changes, Remembrance Day must not be forgotten

AARON PATRICK: To promote social cohesion, Australia should emphasise the importance of its military history and how it shaped the national character.

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In front of numerous dignitaries including the Prime Minister, retired Major General Greg Melick warned Australia was not doing enough to bolster defence spending or to increase reserves of ammunition and fuel.

Decorated soldier uses solemn ceremony to slam defence spend

In front of numerous dignitaries, including the Governor General and Prime Minister, retired Major General Greg Melick delivered a blistering critique of the country’s preparedness for future conflicts.

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Brittany Higgins claims she’s broke despite her hefty settlement with the Federal Government, Linda Reynolds’ lawyer says, amid moves to bankrupt his client’s former staffer.

Brittany Higgins ‘has no money left’ after $2.4m settlement

Brittany Higgins claims she’s broke despite her hefty settlement with the Federal Government, Linda Reynolds’ lawyer says, amid moves to bankrupt his client’s former staffer.

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The US shutdown could be resolved within days.

US Senate passes legislation to end shutdown, what’s next?

A critical splinter group of Democrats has joined with Republicans to back a spending package that omitted the concession their party had spent weeks demanding.

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