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Prime Minister Albanese is currently visiting the United States, United Kingdom, and the UAE. In New York, he is attending the United Nations General Assembly, advocating for Palestinian statehood and promoting…

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Prime Minister Albanese is currently visiting the United States, United Kingdom, and the UAE. In New York, he is attending the United Nations General Assembly, advocating for Palestinian statehood and promoting…

President Trump's Second State Visit to the UK President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump embarked on an unprecedented second state visit to the United Kingdom from September 16 to 18, hosted by King Charles…

China Economic Growth: China’s GDP grew 5.3% in the first half of 2025, exceeding the government’s annual target of ~5%. Industrial output in August slowed to 5.1%, signaling challenges in the manufacturing sector.…

Here are some of the funniest and most unusual stories from different corners of the globe: 1. The Famous Grumpy Cat in the UK In the UK, there’s a cat named Tardar Sauce, better known as Grumpy Cat. She became an…

The Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC/M23) has accused the Congolese army and its allies of carrying out airstrikes on populated areas in Bibwe, Chytso, Hembe, and nearby locations in South Kivu Province, allegedly using a…

France was hit by a wave of strikes on Thursday as teachers, transport workers, hospital staff, pharmacists and other public sector employees staged a rare united protest against budget cuts, stagnant wages, pension…

The federal government has unveiled Australia’s new emissions reduction target for 2035, alongside billions in additional funding to support the transition, which it says will simultaneously strengthen the economy by…

Iran has executed a man convicted of espionage for Israel’s Mossad intelligence agency, state media reported on Wednesday. The man, identified as Babak Shahbazi, was accused of gathering sensitive information under the…

The Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) has confirmed that a small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) crashed in Rutsiro District on Tuesday afternoon, September 16, during a training exercise. According to an RDF press release, the…

The President of the United States, Donald Trump, has announced plans to sue the New York Times for $15 billion, accusing the newspaper of defamation and libel. Trump made the announcement on Monday, September 15,…

One and a half million Australians living in coastal areas are at risk from rising sea levels by 2050, according to a landmark climate report. Australia's first National Climate Risk Assessment predicts increasingly…

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed imposing sanctions on Israel and partially suspending trade agreements due to its military actions in Gaza. This marks a departure from her previous…

The AFC/M23 movement on Sunday, September 14, formally reintegrated 7,437 new commandos composed of former Congolese government soldiers, Mai Mai and Wazalendo militia, alongside newly recruited members. Many of these…

As September unfolds, Australia has experienced a dynamic week across multiple sectors, including the economy, politics, technology, tourism, and community events. Here’s a comprehensive overview of the highlights…

Australia's communities have come alive this September with a series of vibrant events that showcase the nation's rich cultural tapestry and community spirit. Here's an in-depth look at some of the standout events:…

A series of Israeli airstrikes killed at least 32 people across Gaza City overnight and into Saturday as the military intensified its offensive on the enclave’s largest urban center and urged remaining residents to…

President Donald Trump said Saturday that the war in Ukraine could be ended if NATO countries stopped buying Russian oil and imposed punitive tariffs on China for its purchases of Russian petroleum. Citing his social…

The United Nations General Assembly on Friday overwhelmingly voted to endorse a declaration calling for “tangible, timebound, and irreversible steps” towards a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine. The…

The Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the armed rebel group AFC/M23 have signed a Prisoner Exchange Mechanism, in what has been described as a major step toward easing tensions and restoring…

Israel’s largest call-up of reservists in months is meeting unexpected resistance, with soldiers and their mothers openly refusing to serve as the Gaza City offensive intensifies. According to AP , the protest…

The federal government is weighing dozens of recommendations aimed at tackling rising levels of anti-Muslim hate in Australia, following the release of a landmark report by special envoy Aftab Malik. 9News reports that…

Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro has been sentenced to 27 years and three months in prison after the Supreme Court found him guilty of plotting a military coup to remain in power following his 2022 election…

Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist and one of President Donald Trump’s most vocal allies, was shot dead during a university event in Utah on Wednesday, in what authorities believe was a targeted assassination. He…

Israel carried out a series of air strikes on Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, and other areas overnight, targeting sites linked to the Iran-backed Houthi movement, according to statements from both the Israel Defense Forces…