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Supreme Court to Hear Hawaii Gun Law Challenge

The US Supreme Court will consider a challenge to Hawaii's strict gun laws, focusing on a ban on firearms on private property open to the public. The case could reshape gun rights nationwide.

Australia fast-tracks new gun and hate crime laws

Australia's government has fast-tracked major reforms, including a national gun buyback scheme and tougher hate crime penalties, in response to the deadly Bondi Beach shooting. Read the latest developments.

Australia Enacts Major Gun Reform After Bondi Attack

Australia passes its strongest gun control reforms since 1996, introducing a national buyback, stricter import bans, and enhanced background checks following the Bondi terror attack. Learn the key facts.

Queensland to reject federal gun buyback scheme

Families of police murdered at Wieambilla back federal gun buyback, but Queensland's LNP government is poised to reject the scheme, sparking political clashes over community safety.

PM Splits Gun Bill After Bondi Attack

Anthony Albanese separates gun control laws from failed hate speech bill. New legislation includes a major firearm buy-back scheme and tougher import rules. Read the latest.

Liberal Split on Labor's Hate Speech and Gun Laws

Senior Liberals urge colleagues to reject Labor's fast-tracked legislation on hate speech and gun control, creating a major rift within the Coalition. Read the latest political fallout.

PM Recalls Parliament for Urgent Hate Speech, Gun Laws

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese recalls parliament to fast-track new hate speech laws and a national gun buyback scheme following the Bondi terror attack. The legislation aims to be the toughest of its kind in Australia.

Six dead in Mississippi shooting spree

At least six people have been killed in a shooting across three locations in West Point, Mississippi. A suspect is in custody. Our thoughts are with the victims' families.

Peckham mum shot through door with baby inside

A young mother was critically injured after gunmen fired seven shots through her front door in Peckham on Christmas Eve. Her one-year-old son was unharmed. Police are hunting two suspects.

Giant Bear Removed from Under California House

A 550lb black bear living under a home in Altadena for over a month has been removed using paintball guns. The homeowner details the struggle and damage left behind. Read the full story.

Parliament recalled early for hate speech and gun law crackdown

Australia's federal parliament is being recalled early to debate new laws targeting 'hate preachers' and funding a national gun buyback. The move follows the Bondi beach attack, but the government rejects calls for an antisemitism royal commission.

Two Shot in Bexleyheath, Road Closed

Two people are in hospital after a shooting on Broadway, Bexleyheath in the early hours of Sunday, January 4. The A207 Albion Road remains closed. Police are investigating.

California Open Carry Ban Ruled Unconstitutional

A US appeals court has overturned California's ban on openly carrying firearms, citing a violation of Second Amendment rights. The landmark ruling impacts 95% of the state's population.

Guardian Australia's 2025: A Year in Pictures

From the Bondi terror attack to Diwali lights and climate protests, Guardian Australia's photographers captured a nation's defining moments in 2025. Explore the powerful images.

Australia's Christmas Day Weather Forecast 2025

Australians face a turbulent Christmas Day with extreme heat in the west, severe storms in the east, and a cyclone threat in the north. Plan your festive day with the latest official forecasts.

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