Australia tracks Chinese navy, announces defence overhaul
Australia monitors a Chinese naval flotilla near its waters while launching a major reform of defence project delivery. Get the latest on national security and government restructuring.
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Australia announces major defence bureaucracy overhaul
Australia launches biggest defence restructuring since 1970s amid Chinese naval activity tracking. New agency aims to fix budget and timeline overruns.
Trump confirms call with Venezuela's Maduro
Donald Trump reveals he spoke with Nicolás Maduro as the US ramps up pressure on Venezuela. Discover the implications of this diplomatic development.
Australia's Best Political Cartoons 2025 Released
Explore the sharpest political satire from Australia's top cartoonists in 2025. A visual chronicle of global uncertainty, from US politics to Gaza. The collection is out now.
Military chiefs in crisis meeting over defence funding
Britain's top military leaders held tense discussions amid concerns defence review ambitions cannot be met without additional funding. Read the full analysis.
Vote for Best Australian Children's Picture Book
Guardian Australia invites readers to nominate their favourite Australian children's picture book for a major poll. Share your beloved childhood stories today!
Army's Ajax vehicle injures troops again
The British Army's £10m Ajax fighting vehicle has caused fresh injuries to 31 soldiers, raising serious questions about safety and accountability in the £5.5bn programme.
Army Pauses Ajax Use After Soldiers Fall Ill
The British Army halts Ajax armoured vehicle training for two weeks after around 30 personnel reported noise and vibration symptoms. Safety investigation underway.
Dutton breaks records as Australia's least popular leader
Australian Electoral Study reveals Peter Dutton's historic unpopularity and Labor's economic policy triumph. Discover how tax cuts and leadership shaped the election outcome.
Australian F-35 Parts in Saudi Jets Raise Human Rights Fears
Australia faces complicity in human rights abuses as its critical F-35 components enable Saudi Arabia's controversial jet fleet. Experts warn of dire consequences.
Weapons used against drones at NATO air base
Dutch forces deployed weapons after unidentified drones were spotted over Volkel Air Base, a key NATO nuclear deterrence site. Investigation underway. Read the latest.
Indian Fighter Jet Crashes at Dubai Air Show
An Indian Air Force HAL Tejas combat aircraft crashed during a demonstration at Dubai Air Show. Emergency services responded as black smoke billowed over the airport. Follow for live updates.
UK Net Migration Falls to 345,000
New ONS data reveals a sharp decline in UK net migration to 345,000. Explore the economic consequences and the political debate detached from these new facts.
UK Plans 13 New Munitions Factories
Defence Secretary John Healey announces 13 new UK munitions sites to boost weapons production and support for Ukraine. The move addresses critical gaps highlighted in a new defence report.
MPs: UK defence plan progress 'glacial' amid threats
A scathing report from MPs warns the UK lacks a national defence plan and is moving too slowly to create one, despite rising threats. Read the critical findings.
Trump faces backlash for 'piggy' remark to journalist
Donald Trump faces mounting criticism after calling a Bloomberg reporter 'piggy' during questioning about Epstein files. Read the full story and reaction.
UN Gaza Plan: Palestinian Minister Backs, Hamas Rejects
Palestinian Foreign Minister supports UN resolution as first step toward peace while Hamas rejects international force. Read the latest developments in Gaza conflict resolution.
Australian weapons linked to Sudan atrocities probe
Australia faces scrutiny as its defence exports to UAE may be supplying militias committing mass killings in Sudan. Human rights advocates demand export suspension.
Trump calls reporter 'piggy' over Epstein files query
President Donald Trump told a female reporter 'Quiet, piggy' on Air Force One when pressed about unreleased Epstein files. The incident has drawn bipartisan condemnation.
MoD Identifies 12 UK Sites for £6bn Munitions Factories
The Ministry of Defence has identified 12 disused refineries and chemical plants across Britain for new munitions factories as part of a £6bn NATO rearmament push. Discover the locations and implications.
Asbestos in Play Sand Prompts School Closures
Dozens of Australian schools closed after asbestos found in children's play sand. Border Force now classifies sensory play products as high-risk. Learn what parents need to know.
UN Gaza resolution grants Trump control via 'Board of Peace'
The UN Security Council passed Resolution 2803, establishing Trump's 'Board of Peace' to oversee Gaza for two years. Discover how this unprecedented move aims to transform ceasefire into lasting peace.
Up to 350 jobs cut at Australia's CSIRO
Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, announces up to 350 further job cuts, described as 'some of the worst cuts ever seen' for publicly funded science.
UN Council Votes on Gaza Force and Palestinian State
The UN Security Council is set to vote on a US-drafted resolution authorising an international force for Gaza and referencing a future Palestinian state. Follow the latest developments.
Police officer used excessive force, destroyed evidence
A former NSW police constable used excessive force on six occasions and destroyed body-worn video. Four colleagues failed to report his confessions. Read the full misconduct findings.
Trans Air Force Members Sue Over Pension Denial
Seventeen transgender US Air Force members are suing the Trump administration after being denied early retirement pensions and benefits, a move described as 'unlawful and invalid'. Read the full story.
Australian arms exports to UAE under scrutiny over Sudan
Australian defence companies face questions over $300m weapons exports to UAE amid evidence of arms diversion to Sudanese paramilitary forces accused of genocide. Read the investigation.
Overloaded migrant boat rescue details revealed
Exclusive logs reveal dramatic rescue of 49 migrants from sinking dinghy in English Channel. New details show children among those rescued in one of last year's largest operations.
Florida Air Force Base Orders Christmas Decor Removal
Military families at Tyndall Air Force Base face strict Christmas decoration rules from housing contractor Balfour Beatty Communities. Discover the controversy and community reaction.
ONS cuts reports by 10% to improve data reliability
UK statistics agency announces major overhaul to prioritise core data quality after Treasury concerns. 10% reduction in reports planned for 2026 to address reliability issues.
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