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An architect of Australia’s defence policy has warned a lack of security spending could leave the nation at the mercy of an emboldened Russia and China.
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Australia
Charles Miranda

‘Caught unprepared’: Aussie defence pioneer’s grim warning

‘We are just coasting along, she’ll be right, that sort of attitude and all the evidence is starting to show without exaggerating that she won’t be alright.’

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A wellness influencer close to Robert F Kennedy Jr is shaping up as the next surgeon-general for the US.
World
Seung Min Kim and Matthew Perrone

Trump taps RFK Jr’s influencer pal for surgeon general

US President Donald Trump said in a social media post Wednesday that Dr Casey Means had ‘impeccable ‘MAHA’ credentials’ – referring to the ‘Make America Healthy Again’ slogan.

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THE ECONOMIST: Switzerland once again finds itself hosting high-stakes trade talks between the world’s biggest economies.
Business
The Economist

China, America get ready for tariff upheaval in Geneva

THE ECONOMIST: Switzerland once again finds itself hosting high-stakes trade talks between the world’s biggest economies 

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Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to sign numerous agreements with Russia during his visit.
World
Andrew Osborn

‘Important signal’: Putin, Xi to meet for ‘sensitive’ talks

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin are preparing to meet in Moscow to discuss their ‘no limits’ partnership amid a trade war with US President Donald Trump.

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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang.
Business
CNBC

US risks a catastrophic setback without China’s AI market

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has warned of lost jobs, revenue, and momentum as US trade restrictions weigh on the chip giant’s historic growth.

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This photograph taken in 1989 shows Indian policemen taking positions after Kashmiri militants opened fire on government forces in the old city area of Naid Kadal in Srinagar.
World
Webservice User

A history of armed conflict between Pakistan and India

India’s strikes on Pakistani territory on Wednesday is the latest flashpoint in a long-simmering feud that goes back nearly eight decades and has killed thousands.

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Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church, oversees the annulment of the papal fisherman's ring and lead seal during the 12th general congregation of the College of Cardinals.
World
The Washington Post

Inside the conclave: How the next pope will be elected

The conclave process to elect the next pope is shrouded in secrecy. Here’s a guide to the ancient tradition.

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The US and China are reportedly meeting this week to discuss trade and tariffs.
US Politics
Max Corstorphan

Trump’s team set to meet with China for trade talks

US President Donald Trump’s team are reportedly set to meet with senior Chinese officials this week to discuss trade and tariffs as a bitter economic war continues.

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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and US President Donald Trump in the Oval Office at the White House May 6, 2025.
US Politics
Staff Writers

‘Not for sale’: Trump, Carney face off in White House

US President Donald Trump and newly elected Prime Minister Mark Carney have met for the first time in the Oval Office, with the Canadian shutting down the idea of annexation.

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A meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin may be on the cards (AP PHOTO)
World
Staff Writers

Kremlin peaks out on Trump-Putin meeting on Ukraine

The Kremlin says a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin is necessary but there are no specifics yet.

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Eurosceptic George Simion has won the first round of Romania's presidential election.
Politics
Kathrin Lauer

Romania's anti-EU contender takes first round of election

Hard-right nationalist George Simion has secured a decisive win in the first round of Romania's presidential election redo.

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President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to slash federal funding for two broadcasters.
US Politics
Matt Shrivell

Trump makes huge call on historic third term

US President Donald Trump has confirmed he will not be investigating avenues to pursue a third term and will hand over the keys to the White House at the end of his current administration.

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Tens of thousands of Israeli reservists have received call up notices.
Middle East
Sara Lemel and Emad Drimly

Israel sends call-up notices to thousands of reservists for Gaza war

Israel's security cabinet is poised to discuss an expansion of the Gaza war as tens of thousands of Israeli reservists receive call up notices.

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World leaders have taken to social media to congratulate Anthony Albanese on his win.
Federal election 2025
By Lisa Martin

‘We’re mates’: World leaders message Albo after Labor's victory

World leaders including Marco Rubio, Volodymyr Zelensky and Keir Starmer have sent PM Anthony Albanese messages of congratulations after Labor's re-election.

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An AI image of Donald Trump as the Pope has caused a stir on social media.
US Politics
Staff Writers

Trump posts AI photo of himself as Pope

An AI-generated picture of Donald Trump posing as a Pope has been posted on the US president's official social media accounts.

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