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MP uses parliament to reveal threats to NZYQ deportees in Nauru
A cohort of refugees deported to Nauru by the federal government have faced threats of violence and verbal abuse, independent MP Andrew Wilkie has reveale...
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Dissecting what the latest primary races mean for November elections
Half a dozen states held their primary elections Tuesday giving a clearer picture of how some of the nation's high-profile midterms races will shape up th...
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MI5 warns Chinese spies using job websites to target government staff
Undercover agents are posing as fake job recruiters to try and identify useful targets, MI5 warns. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politi...
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Colombian presidential candidate de la Espriella thanks Trump for endorsing his campaign
Writing on the Truth Social platform, Trump offered his "complete and total endorsement" for de la Espriella, calling him an "intelligent, strong and toug...
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Victims of Jeffrey Epstein ignored by government, says former minister
Alex Davies-Jones also read out a statement from an Epstein survivor during a House of Commons debate. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Po...
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Live: Trade minister meets with US counterpart over proposed 12.5pc tariffs
Don Farrell has met with his US counterpart after the US proposed imposing a 12.5 per cent tariff on Australian exports. Newsiline summarises this report...
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'Infuriating': Aboriginal voters turned away, told to line-up again on SA election day
South Australia's Electoral Commission was aware that forcing First Nations voters to queue twice for the Voice election would be perceived as "discrimina...
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WATCH LIVE: House expected to vote on Iran war powers bill
House Speaker Mike Johnson has tried to prevent an outcome that would show the mounting opposition to the war, abruptly shutting down floor action two wee...
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Protests grow over resort in Albania linked to Trump son-in-law Jared Kushner
The venture, spanning an abandoned island and a nearby stretch of seafront on Albania's southern coast, has drawn opposition from environmental campaigner...
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MP sues Musk's xAI after deepfake bikini picture
Suffolk MP Jess Asato claims the firm's tool Grok was used to create fake images of her in a bikini. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Poli...
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Tanzania's president visits Russia amid frayed Western ties
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has begun a three-day visit to Russia, traveling with a business delegation. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche...
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BBC presenter apologises for misquoting Nigel Farage
Matt Chorley says he "misremembered" a quote by the Reform leader, which was "a mistake on my part". Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Poli...
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PM accuses Farage of exploiting Nowak case and denies 'two-tier policing' claim
It comes after the Reform UK leader said the public should respond with "pure, cold rage" to the actions of police. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Universal park officially named as government pledges £1.3bn
The government's contribution is going towards upgrading local infrastructure and transport links. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Busine...
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Badenoch accuses Starmer of giving up on welfare reform
No legislation on welfare reform was announced in the King's Speech. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links readers to the or...
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Scottish Secretary did not declare meeting with Mandelson's firm
Newly-released files confirm Douglas Alexander met with Global Counsel in summer 2024 but it was not publicly declared until earlier this year. Newsiline...
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President Trump seeks control of science funding
The White House Office of Management and Budget is moving to take more control of billions of dollars in federal grants. Newsiline summarises this report...
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Police anti-racism document 'gives wrong impression', minister says
The Independent Office for Police Conduct's is reviewing a guidance document from the National Police Chiefs' Council. Newsiline summarises this report fr...
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Armenia's election offers a choice between Russia and EU
Armenians are set to vote on the country's future geopolitical direction on June 7. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English and...
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Parliamentary elections in Armenia: What’s at stake
Armenians are set to vote on the country’s future geopolitical direction at the June 7 ballot. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All...
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Hundreds of thousands of Centrelink payments cancelled illegally, Albanese government admits
Senate estimates hearing told issues caused by a glitch in the automated system that runs the controversial mutual obligations scheme Follow our Australia...
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Minister dismisses Labor colleague Ed Husic’s criticism of secondhand Aukus submarines deal as ‘disingenuous’
Pat Conroy says three used Virginia-class nuclear submarines from the US will be cheaper to buy and run Get our breaking news email, free app or daily new...
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Iowa voters pick their nominees for competitive general elections
Democratic state Rep. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.
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Breaking: Legal fight involving ex-Carlton president Luke Sayers to play out publicly
A bid by Mr Sayers to have a defamation case brought by his wife over a nude photo scandal heard privately has been rejected by a judge. Newsiline summari...
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WATCH: Trump administration 'not moving forward' with anti-weaponization fund, Blanche testifies
"We're not moving forward with the fund," acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said during a hearing before the House Appropriations Committee. Newsiline...
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Brilliant Capsey seals series win and gives England selection poser
Alice Capsey leaves England with a huge selection call and Heather Knight finds form as England sign off for the T20 World Cup with victory over India. Ne...
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Canada calls on U.S. and Mexico to renew free trade agreement for another 16 years
Trump posted "51st State!" on social media late Monday. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHour Politics and links readers to the original publ...
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Henry Nowak case reignites claims of unfair policing
The 18-year-old's murder has sparked debate among politicians over attitudes in policing. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and li...
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One Nation says it wants a Norway-style gas policy – but it’s not actually in favour of higher taxes on profits
Pauline Hanson wants the government to take a stake in resource operations. Newsiline summarises this report from The Guardian Australia and links readers...
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NDIS overhaul will ‘harm’ Australians with disabilities, government’s own committee warns
Reform advisory committee also says changes will undermine scheme’s original intentions and give unprecedented power to the health minister Get our breaki...
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Kosovo general election: the cost of political polarization
Sunday's election in Kosovo — the third in under 16 months — is marked by a clash between former allies PM Albin Kurti and ex-President Vjosa Osmani, dead...
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Ebola: Kenya's president defends US site amid protests
A Kenyan court has blocked a planned quarantine center for US citizens, as President Ruto urged people to "relax" about the facility. Newsiline summarises...
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UN General Assembly elects Bangladesh’s Rahman as next president
Bangladeshi Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman was elected President of the UN General Assembly’s 81st session on Tuesday after defeating Andreas Kakouris o...
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Five questions left unanswered by the Mandelson files
A second batch of files relating to Lord Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador has been released. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Poli...
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European Parliament committee votes to scrap US tariffs
US President Donald Trump has threatened to slap higher tariffs on European goods if the EU misses a July 4 deadline to approve a trade deal with Washingt...
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Katter attempt to dodge ban and debate abortion access shot down by Qld government
The subject became an issue ahead of the last Queensland election in October 2024, with premier David Crisafulli implementing a ban on abortion debate aft...