Democrats seek to block key vote by leaving Texas
Democratic lawmakers in Texas are leaving the state to deny Republicans the quorum needed to redraw the state’s 38 congressional districts. Republicans are seeking to protect their narrow US House…
First woman appointed to lead Australian Federal Police
Australia will have its first female Australian Federal Police commissioner after Krissy Barrett was appointed to the role. Ms Barrett will become the ninth AFP commissioner after a 25-year career…
White House defends firing of jobs official
White House economic advisers have on defended President Donald Trump’s firing of the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, rejecting criticism it could undermine confidence in official US economic…
Global consortium has Whyalla steelworks in its sights
A huge international consortium has the Whyalla steelworks in its sights with a string of bidders lining up to take over the ailing manufacturing plant. Australia’s largest steelmaker BlueScope has…
AUKUS delusions. More rivets pop in submarine drama
Announcing a new one-sided subs-deal with the UK, resisting calls for a review, ignoring a US Admiral’s caution, while building hundreds of houses for US military. AUKUS is having a…
Emissions reduction ‘central’ to boosting productivity
An answer to Australia’s languishing productivity lies in its response to the threat of climate change, an independent government advisory body has found. Adapting to growing climate-related risks while also…
Electric expectations as mining conference goes nuclear
The Diggers and Dealers mining forum will take on a radioactive yellow hue as uranium miners take centre stage on opening day. While goldminers dominate the speaking program of the…
Lynne McGranger wins Gold Logie
Australian television royalty Lynne McGranger has claimed the coveted Gold Logie. It marks a milestone year for the 72-year-old, who stepped away from her iconic role as Irene Roberts on…
Standing ovation as Magda enters Logies Hall of Fame
Magda Szubanski has taken centre stage at television’s night of nights – via video – as she was inducted into the Logies Hall of Fame. The beloved comedian and actor…
Ally Langdon wins inaugural Ray Martin news Logie award
Acclaimed Australian journalist Ally Langdon was all smiles at the Logies as she accepted the inaugural Ray Martin Award for Most Popular News or Public Affairs Presenter. The award was…