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IMF Urges Tighter Australian Spending to Contain Debt and Inflation
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— Sep 16, 2026
The IMF warns Australia’s federal and state governments must tighten budgets to curb rising debt and inflation, while signaling a likely further RBA rate hike as energy costs and inflation pressure the economy, trimming the 2027 growth outlook to about 1.6%. Financial markets have priced in a high probability of a rate increase this year, with projections of continued tightening through 2027 as global energy prices surge.
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Maya Lindstrom
Australia needs to boost domestic energy supply rather than rely solely on budget cuts.
ISIS-linked Australian doctor among 13 seeks repatriation
World
— Jul 21, 2026
Tareq Kamleh, known as Dr Jihad, is alive in an Iraqi prison among 13 Australian men seeking repatriation, and the government says it will not assist his return and he would face the full force of the law if he comes back. Australian officials acknowledge that blocking returns is legally constrained, while politicians from across the spectrum urge caution and emphasize keeping Australians safe as Kamleh and others press for repatriation.
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Australian Official Tests Positive for Coronavirus Week After Meeting With Ivanka Trump and Barr
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— Mar 13, 2020
An Australian government official who spent time with Ivanka Trump and Attorney General William Barr recently announced that he tested positive for coronavirus. Peter Dutton, Australia’s Minister for Home Affairs…
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‘Deeply Disturbing’: Country Bans Iran’s Ambassador After Intel Shows They Coordinated Antisemitic Attacks
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— Aug 26, 2025
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced Monday that his government is cutting diplomatic ties with Iran after intelligence officials linked Tehran to two antisemitic attacks on Australian soil. Albanese…
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Californians Trade In Over 1,000 E-Bikes As Injuries Abound Nationwide
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Watch: Kamala Harris Casually Calls for Australian-Style National Gun Confiscation
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— Oct 31, 2023
Vice President Kamala Harris embraced one of the most brazen gun control policies enacted in the Western world on Thursday. The veep defended the national gun confiscation conducted by the Australian government in 1996…
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Australia to Enforce Social Media Ban for Children Amid Court Challenge
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— Nov 26, 2025
The Australian government confirmed that a new law banning children under 16 from using certain social media platforms will go into effect next month, despite a legal challenge filed on Wednesday. According to The…
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Australia Turns Report On Antisemitism Following Bondi Beach Shooting Into Gun-Grabbing Gambit
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— Apr 30, 2026
A government commission investigating the December attack on Jews celebrating Hannukah at Bondi Beach recommended additional gun control measures Thursday. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced plans on…
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Nepal-Tibet Floods: Thousands Missing, Hundreds Dead
World
— Aug 26, 2026
Catastrophic flash floods and landslides across Nepal and Tibet have killed roughly 150–160 people and left hundreds missing, including dozens of Australians and Americans among the unaccounted. Governments are coordinating relief efforts, with Australia and the United States urging citizens to follow local guidance, seek higher ground, and contact consular services for welfare checks and aid.
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Revolut Bank Australia launches after APRA licence
Finance
— Jul 21, 2026
Revolut has officially become a licensed authorised deposit-taking institution in Australia, launching Revolut Bank Australia with plans to invest around AUD 400 million over five years and migrate existing customers onto the new bank. The bank offers instant-access savings with competitive rates, a no-fee credit card, and government-guaranteed deposits while aiming to disrupt the established Big Four banks and broaden Revolut’s Australian product suite.
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Twitch Streamer @soogz1 Posts Playful Staring Contest Video
Popular Twitch streamer @soogz1 shared a lighthearted, flirty staring contest video that drew overwhelmingly positive, participatory fan engagement with no meaningful opposition or debate.
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