Israel had a bad week in Europe. Does it herald a wider shift in EU relations?
With Orbán gone and Meloni distancing herself, EU sanctions on trade and settlers are looking more likely It was a bad week for Israel in Europe: the country lost its…
Intemperate Trump brings chaos and confusion to Iran talks
US president’s unreliable style sows diplomatic confusion but leaves Tehran clear on strategic value of strait of Hormuz Donald Trump’s decision to send US officials to Islamabad for further talks…
Middle East crisis live: ceasefire under pressure and talks in doubt as Iran threatens to ‘retaliate’ to US seizure of ship
Donald Trump said on Sunday that US marines had taken custody of a vessel that tried to get past the American blockade on Iranian ports Tehran has ‘no plans to…
How to train your brain to see possibility instead of doom
Our minds evolved to minimise unpredictability. But if we learn to live with doubt, a world of opportunities opens up It can feel as though the world is tilting towards…
How was Elijah Hollands allowed to keep playing during a ‘mental health episode’? | Jonathan Horn
Leadership, on and off the field, was lacking at the MCG and any investigation must ascertain whether Carlton fulfilled its duty of care The weekend of football threw up great…
LensCulture portrait awards 2026 – in pictures
Winning and shortlisted works move seamlessly between documentary and invention. Across these images, tender couples hold each other close, people reclaim their identities from the burden of colonial memories and…
‘Fisk really changed my life’: Aaron Chen on leaving Australia for the US and his meteoric rise
The gently offbeat comedian is a beloved presence on Australian TV, but he’s now relocated to New York and made his first Hollywood film. He reflects on ‘a big time…
Bulk of emissions reduction from Safeguard Mechanism is smoke and mirrors
The 2nd year of Safeguard Mechanism data shows only one fifth is genuine emissions abatement. David McEwen finds the devils in the detail. Behind the government’s headline claims of falling…
Red tape cull and tax tweaks: war-shaped budget nears
Cutting red tape will form a key part of the federal budget as businesses and advocates for social services issue competing demands for the financial blueprint. Two visions for reform…
Australians dissatisfied and fearful of job losses
Australians are reporting record-low life satisfaction as war in the Middle East sends fuel prices surging and workers fear AI job losses. The population is now less satisfied than during…