Record $138m 'Dark Money' to Australian Parties Before Reforms
Australian political parties received over $138 million from undisclosed sources in 2024-25, with new donation transparency rules set to begin in July.
Category : Politics
Mandelson Quits Labour Over Epstein Files
Former minister Lord Mandelson resigns from Labour to avoid 'further embarrassment' following Epstein files release, while British artists triumph at Grammys.
Minneapolis Community Fights ICE with Mutual Aid Networks
Amid federal immigration raids in Minneapolis, residents are organising mutual aid, school patrols, and strikes in a powerful display of neighbourhood solidarity against ICE enforcement.
Victorian Opposition Leader Pulls Out of Barnaby Joyce Event
Jess Wilson withdraws from Across Victoria Alliance conference after Premier Jacinta Allan criticises her appearance alongside One Nation's Barnaby Joyce.
Fresh Search for Dezi Freeman in Victoria's High Country
Victoria police have launched a major new search for Dezi Freeman, who allegedly killed two officers last August. Authorities are exploring three scenarios regarding his fate in the state's rugged high country terrain.
Unpacking Gullibility and Xenophobia in National Character
An analysis exploring whether societal traits like gullibility and xenophobia are sudden developments or deeply ingrained historical patterns in national identity.
Lisa Bloom: Epstein Victims' Lawyer on Weinstein and Justice
US lawyer Lisa Bloom discusses her 40-year career representing sexual misconduct victims, the Epstein files release, and the controversy over advising Harvey Weinstein.
War Crimes Surge Pushes International Law to Breaking Point
A major study covering 23 conflicts finds over 100,000 civilian deaths annually, with Gaza, Ukraine, and DRC among the worst affected, highlighting systemic failures.
DRC Families Escape M23 Fighting to Burundi Refugee Camps
Thousands of Congolese displaced by M23 rebel advances describe perilous escapes, facing disease and shortages in Burundi's overcrowded refugee camps, with personal stories of loss and resilience.
Littleproud Survives Challenge, Coalition Talks Loom
Nationals leader David Littleproud survives leadership challenge by Colin Boyce, schedules crucial talks with Liberal counterpart Sussan Ley to reunite Coalition.
Mandelson Quits Labour Over Epstein Scandal
Lord Peter Mandelson resigns from the Labour Party amid Epstein revelations, ending a career marked by controversy and political influence.
Kyiv Power Cuts: Residents Queue for Meals Amid War
Ukrainian civilians face freezing temperatures and planned outages after Russian attacks, as peace talks are rescheduled and a drone strike kills miners.
Palmer Denies Bannon's Election Ad Strategy Claims
Australian billionaire Clive Palmer's spokesperson has denied Steve Bannon's claim that he orchestrated Palmer's $60m advertising strategy during the 2019 federal election.
Mining Magnates Lead Record Australian Political Donations
Gina Rinehart's Hancock Prospecting donated $900,000 to right-wing group Advance, while Clive Palmer's $53.1m made him Australia's largest single political donor in 2024-25.
Lord Mandelson Resigns from Labour Over Epstein Links
Lord Mandelson has resigned from the Labour Party to avoid further embarrassment after files showed he received $75,000 from Jeffrey Epstein, with pressure mounting on him and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
Ex-LSEG Exec Anderson Backs Labour's City Unlocking
Callum Anderson, who left the London Stock Exchange Group for politics, now advocates for Labour's policies aimed at revitalising London's financial sector and boosting economic growth.
Portland Mayor Demands ICE Leave After Teargas Incident
Portland's mayor demands ICE leave the city after federal agents deployed teargas and rubber bullets at a peaceful protest involving children outside an ICE facility.
Agents Named in Alex Pretti Shooting
Two federal agents have been identified in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, sparking protests and a civil rights investigation.
Five-Year Sentences for UK Smuggling Route Ads
New powers under the Border Security Act enable five-year prison sentences for advertising illegal migration routes on social media, with enforcement starting Monday.
UK Crackdown on Social Media Migrant Adverts Begins
The Home Office activates new powers targeting social media posts advertising illegal UK entry routes, with offenders facing up to five years in prison as part of border security measures.
Trump Confirms US-Cuba Talks Amid Oil Threats
Donald Trump has announced that the US is in negotiations with Cuba's leadership, days after threatening to impose an oil blockade on the island nation.
New Search for Fugitive Dezi Freeman in Victoria
Victoria police launch a five-day search involving over 100 personnel for fugitive Dezi Freeman, based on intelligence from a gunshot heard after the fatal shooting of two officers.
Victoria Police Search for Fugitive in Mount Buffalo
Victoria police begin a five-day search for Dezi Freeman in Mount Buffalo national park, based on new intelligence. Meanwhile, a Queensland MP moves against Nationals leader David Littleproud in Canberra.
Two Acquaintances Found Dead 150 Miles Apart
A woman in her 70s discovered in Torquay and a man in his 40s found near Southampton. Police are investigating the unexplained deaths of two people who knew each other.
Turning Point Australia Eyes Political Influence
Conservative Christian organisation Turning Point expands into Australia, aiming to sway elections and enter schools. Plus, real estate data exposed and Alcaraz's grand slam victory.
Trump Responds to Iran War Threat with Defiant Warning
Donald Trump has countered Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's warning that a US attack would trigger regional war, stating America has powerful ships nearby and will 'find out' if he's right.
Sinema Paid $9,000 to Guard in Affair Scandal
Former US Senator Kyrsten Sinema's campaign committee paid nearly $9,000 to a security guard she's accused of having an affair with, according to new FEC filings.
Minnesota Boy Released After ICE Detention
A five-year-old boy and his father have returned to Minnesota after being detained by ICE agents in a controversial raid that sparked widespread outrage and protests.
US Deputy AG: Epstein Case Review 'Is Over'
Deputy US Attorney General Todd Blanche states the Epstein-Maxwell case review has ended, while Democrats demand full document release under transparency laws.
Woman Banned After 21 Cats, Dog, Python Found in Filthy Flat
A woman in east London has received a lifetime animal ban after RSPCA officers discovered 21 cats, a dog and a python living in squalid conditions in her Hoxton flat.
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