Hand-up or handout? Govt to support scandal-plagued toxic metals maker
The Federal Government is expected to announce a support plan for struggling Nyrstar, part of a group well known for its toxic activities. Jude Manning reports. Nyrstar produces lead and…
Accused of Antisemitism: Herald Sun, Israel lobby v Dandenong Clr Rhonda Garad
Across Australia, efforts are afoot to silence Israel’s critics by conflating anti-Zionism with antisemitism. Emma Thomas reports on the case of Dandenong Councillor Dr Rhonda Garad. Earlier this month, Greater…
US store recalls 850,000 bottles over ejecting lids
Walmart is recalling about 850,000 stainless steel water bottles because the lid can “forcefully eject” and unexpectedly strike consumers – resulting in permanent vision loss for two people to date.…
PM to walk diplomatic tightrope in crucial China visit
The prime minister faces a precarious task navigating Australia’s complex relationship with its most important trading partner as he embarks on a week-long voyage to China. Collaborating on new technologies…
Ancient rock art picks up World Heritage listing
An ancient Indigenous rock art collection has been recognised as a World Heritage-listed site after a renewed bid by the federal government. Environment Minister Murray Watt hailed the designation by…
European Union waits for Trump tariff letter
The European Union is bracing for a possible letter from US President Donald Trump outlining planned duties on his country’s largest trade and investment partner. The EU initially hoped to…
Stocks fall after Trump sets tariff sights on Canada
Global stocks have fallen after US President Donald Trump ramped up his tariff war against Canada, leaving Europe squarely in the firing line, sparking a modest investor push into safe…
‘Extraordinary overreach’: anti-Semitism report blasted
A plan to combat anti-Semitism including suggestions funding may be stripped from arts bodies and events amounts to overreach, a pro-Palestinian writer says. The recommendation to axe support for publicly…
Fire ants in coal mine sound agriculture alarm
Fire ant alarm is hitting new heights after the invasive pests were found in a new region hundreds of kilometres from their main infestation site. Nests of the damaging insects…
Trump slaps big tariff on Canada, eyes hikes for others
US President Donald Trump is ramping up his tariff assault on Canada, saying the US will impose a 35 per cent tariff on imports in August and plans to impose…