UK Analysis: Australia's Myefo Shows Narrower Deficit
Treasurer Jim Chalmers delivers Australia's mid-year fiscal update, revealing a £36.8bn deficit and persistent inflation challenges. Key takeaways for the UK observer.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers delivers Australia's mid-year fiscal update, revealing a £36.8bn deficit and persistent inflation challenges. Key takeaways for the UK observer.
A £120m government investment, matched by Ineos, safeguards 500 jobs at Grangemouth, preserving vital UK industrial capacity for medical and aerospace plastics. Read the full story.
The UK government has invested £120m to secure the future of Ineos's Grangemouth ethylene plant, saving hundreds of jobs and Britain's chemical manufacturing base. Read the full details.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers unveils a multi-billion pound budget improvement, yet the deficit is set to nearly quadruple. Discover the fiscal challenges and government savings outlined in the midyear update.
Manchester United have turned down Roma's opening offer for Joshua Zirkzee. Sir Jim Ratcliffe insists on a permanent transfer, potentially boosting United's January budget. Read the latest on the striker's future.
A Democratic congressman calls footage of a US military strike on survivors 'deeply troubling', as experts allege potential war crimes. Calls grow for transparency and a full investigation.
A new report reveals the devastating impact of imprisoning vulnerable women in the UK. It's a feminist issue that demands urgent justice reform. Read the full findings.
Australia's eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant, defends the nation's Online Safety Act against US criticism, highlighting its role in protecting citizens from online harm. Read the full story.
The Labour government plans to abolish jury trials for some serious offences, sparking a major debate on justice reform and civil liberties in the UK. Read the full analysis.
The Guardian is compiling its best albums of 2025 list and wants your nominations. From Jim Legxacy's rap to Rosalía's breakup anthems, share your top pick.
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces a £550m package to tackle Crown Court backlogs and support victims. Will controversial jury trial reforms follow? Read the full details.
More than 100 barristers warn government plans to restrict jury trials are an 'irremediable error' that could increase miscarriages of justice and undermine public trust.
Exclusive investigation reveals Manchester United's famed academy in turmoil with mass staff departures, infrastructure concerns, and Sir Jim Ratcliffe's criticism of slipping standards.
Human rights lawyer Julian Aguon secures landmark ICJ ruling on climate obligations after Pacific campaign. Discover how Indigenous rights are shaping global climate accountability.
Australia's inflation rate climbs to 3.8%, driven by childcare and rent costs. Treasurer Jim Chalmers flags potential energy bill relief in upcoming budget update.
Australian inflation rises to 3.8%, prompting Treasurer Jim Chalmers to consider extending electricity bill relief. Discover the latest economic pressures and government response.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers confirms departments must identify savings from low-priority spending, denying major job cuts while facing Coalition criticism over election promises.
Ministers briefed on controversial plans to restrict jury trials to most serious cases only, aiming to tackle 78,000-case court backlog. Bold justice reforms expected.
Ministers set to unveil major curbs to jury service, with future juries likely to decide only murder, rape or manslaughter cases. Bold action promised to tackle the 80,000-case backlog.
Republican US Senator Jim Justice agrees to pay over $5m in back taxes following a federal lawsuit. Discover the details of the 16-year debt and his financial troubles.
Andrew Wood, co-creator of the iconic darts game show Bullseye, has died at 91. His daughter Laura pays a moving tribute to the TV legend and his incredible legacy.
The Guardian addresses historical inaccuracies concerning Dynamo Moscow's 1945 tour and England cricketer Jim Laker's Ashes debut. Read the full corrections here.
Ruben Amorim reveals how Jim Ratcliffe's public backing and three-year pledge transformed Manchester United's form. Discover the inside story on the Red Devils' revival.
The US House has overwhelmingly passed a bill forcing the release of all Jeffrey Epstein files. Only one representative voted against. Discover what happens next.
A US magistrate judge has condemned 'disturbing' investigative failures in the James Comey indictment, citing potential government misconduct. Read the latest developments.
Bhutan's Prime Minister reveals how his carbon-negative nation prioritises wellbeing over GDP and calls on wealthy western countries to fulfil their climate obligations.
The House votes today on releasing Jeffrey Epstein files. Discover the timeline, key figures involved, and what the potential disclosure means. Follow the latest developments.
Exclusive investigation reveals industrial agriculture lobbyists outnumber key national delegations at UN climate conference while Indigenous protesters demand territorial protection.
Discover the Belém Action Mechanism (BAM), the pivotal climate justice proposal backed by 80% of the world's population at the Cop30 summit in Brazil, aiming to ensure a fair green transition.
Caribbean leaders visit UK in historic push for slavery reparations, seeking apology and justice. Learn about Britain's colonial legacy and the growing movement.