Motorcyclist’s death reignites debate over potholes on Victoria’s ‘deteriorating’ roads
World news | The Guardianby Australian Associated Press and Benita Kolovos·27d ago
Emergency services were called to Trawalla, west of Ballarat, shortly before 1pm on Sunday after reports a motorcycle had struck a pothole.
One Nation vows to cut migration by 750,000, sparking fears for key industries including aged care
World news | The Guardianby Tom McIlroy Political editor·27d ago
One Nation says it will cut the number of temporary migrants in Australia by more than 750,000 over three years, targeting international students and the family members of skilled migrants in a...
Queensland woman falls to her death at Bali cliff popular with tourists
World news | The Guardianby Australian Associated Press·27d ago
The death of an Australian woman in a cliff fall at a popular Bali tourist destination has been described as “incredibly sad”.
Hidden history of royal staff uncovered in Buckingham Palace restoration
World news | The Guardianby Caroline Davies·27d ago
Lost or long-discarded items revealing glimpses of the behind-the-scenes life of Buckingham Palace staff over decades have been uncovered during the restoration of the UK monarchy’s HQ.
‘Sweat the asset’: new development minister plots path to make UK aid count
World news | The Guardianby Heather Stewart Economics editor·27d ago
The development minister, Kirsty McNeill, has declared herself “a huge believer in aid”, as she reaffirmed Labour’s manifesto pledge to return to a target of 0.7% of national income spending.
Andy Burnham to host entrepreneurs and local mayors at No 10 on Monday
World news | The Guardianby Julia Kollewe·27d ago
The prime minister is to host business leaders, entrepreneurs and local mayors at Downing Street on Monday to pitch his government as a “partner for growth” that can offer a stable platform for...
Politics live: electrifying push for Australians to save $5,000 a year; bumper weekend for auctions
World news | The Guardianby Krishani Dhanji·27d ago
One Nation is targeting international students and the families of skilled migrants in its proposal to cut 750,000 temporary visa holders in Australia over three years.
San Jose officer fired for misusing Flock camera database in domestic abuse case
World news | The Guardianby Roque Planas·27d ago
A San Jose police officer was fired for using his department’s Flock license plate tracking system to share the location of a woman with the suspect accused of abusing her, Chief Paul Joseph told...
US schools and police warn about viral ‘Cat in the Hat’ trend after teens’ arrests
World news | The Guardianby Keely Aouga·27d ago
Schools and law enforcement authorities in the US are issuing warnings against a viral “Cat in the Hat” social media trend in which disturbing or AI-generated versions of the Dr Seuss character are...
Pennsylvania reports apparent third measles-related death amid outbreak
World news | The Guardianby Jessica Glenza·27d ago
A coroner in Pennsylvania announced the death of a 40-year-old woman associated with the state’s ongoing measles outbreak. The death appears to mark the third in the US state’s ongoing outbreak.
Donald Trump doubles down on support for united Ireland
World news | The Guardianby Rory Carroll Ireland correspondent·27d ago
Donald Trump has reiterated his support for Irish unification and brushed off Andy Burnham’s opposition to a referendum. “Everybody says that.
First ministers at Celtic summit to affirm right to seek independence from the UK
World news | The Guardianby Bethan McKernan and Patrick Greenfield·27d ago
The first ministers of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are meeting to affirm their nations’ right to seek independence from the UK, as part of a summit that is likely to challenge Andy...
Who better to defend Reform’s latest millions than Honest Bob Jenrick? | John Crace
World news | The Guardianby John Crace·27d ago
You wait years for one party donation of £36m and then two come along at once. Reform can hardly believe its luck. All hail the crypto billionaires. Tacky pale turquoise suits all round.
Pregnant woman among more than 10 killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza
World news | The Guardianby Lorenzo Tondo in Jerusalem and Seham Tantesh in Gaza·27d ago
A pregnant Palestinian woman died on Saturday from injuries sustained after being shot in the head by Israeli forces south of Khan Younis, according to her family and medical workers, as strikes...
Obama reportedly urges Democrats to prioritize safety plan for AI
World news | The Guardianby Jessica Glenza·27d ago
Barack Obama urged Democrats to prioritize a “public conversation” about AI management and safety in a closed-door Manhattan fundraiser last week.
Police release images of six men sought after violent disorder in Portsmouth
World news | The Guardianby Nadia Khomami·27d ago
Police have released images of six men they would like to speak to after violent disorder in Portsmouth last week that left seven officers injured.
How could Reform UK spend its £72m of new billionaire donations?
World news | The Guardianby Jessica Elgot Deputy political editor·27d ago
Nigel Farage once said he could spend his £5m gift from Christopher Harborne on Ferraris if he wanted to, given its unconditional nature.
Trump reiterates $5,000 ‘dividend’ pledge if Republicans win midterms
World news | The Guardianby Guardian staff·27d ago
Donald Trump on Sunday doubled down on his controversial pledge to give US adults a $5,000 “dividend” if his Republican party keeps control of Congress after November’s midterm elections.
Crossbench MPs launch push to stop Australian military exports being used in human rights breaches
World news | The Guardianby Krishani Dhanji·27d ago
Crossbench MPs including David Pocock and Sophie Scamps will put pressure on the Albanese government to ban Australian goods from being used by the Israeli military – including for F-35 fighter...
As Japan’s yen peaks, is the era of budget-friendly trips coming to an end for Australian travellers?
World news | The Guardianby Jonathan Barrett Business editor·27d ago
In the unpredictable world of global currency markets, there has been one safe bet: that the Japanese yen would continue its relentless decline.
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