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Wallabies coach gambles at selection table in Test farewell
Outgoing Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt is rolling the dice in his final Test in charge, relegating one of his key players to the bench for the clash with It...
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Government brings British Steel under public ownership
The Scunthorpe steelworks has been officially nationalised under new government powers passed this week. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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ACT minister reassures NSW patients after one claims care was denied
ACT Health Minister Rachel Stephen-Smith says a misunderstanding led a NSW patient to believe they had been denied healthcare in Canberra because they liv...
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Ex-NSW Liberal minister says impacts of misconduct claims 'disgraceful'
Former NSW Liberal government minister John Sidoti says the impacts of allegations of misconduct while in public office have been "disgraceful" and "horri...
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Breaking: Tim Mander reinstated as Qld Olympics minister after AFP probe
Mr Mander stood aside from cabinet after he was referred to police by the Australian Electoral Commission in May. Newsiline summarises this report from AB...
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Senators question Blanche on Trump loyalty, Jan. 6 cases and Epstein files
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee for testimony on his nomination to serve permanently in the role. News...
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Trump's intelligence nominee refuses to say who won 2020 election
Jay Clayton appeared before the Senate Intelligence Committee for his confirmation hearing to become director of national intelligence. Newsiline summaris...
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Federal government replaces slavery exhibition at Washington's home in Philadelphia
"Overnight, under the cover of darkness, the federal government removed panels at the President's House that told a thorough history of Philadelphia," Phi...
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Crackdown on 'objectionable' books in Indian-administered Kashmir sparks row
Authorities in Indian-administered Kashmir have asked educational institutions to review every book on their premises. Newsiline summarises this report fr...
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Biden will publish 'Promise Me, America' memoir after the November midterm elections
The timing of the book — two weeks after midterm elections in which Democrats seek to regain control of Congress — could raise concerns within Biden's par...
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Live: Minister accuses Coalition of being 'juvenile' for AI office criticism
Tim Ayres has accused the Coalition of being "juvenile" for criticising the establishment of an Office of AI in the prime minister's department. Newsiline...
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Hegseth announces new policy to test troops for low testosterone and offer them hormone replacement therapy
Many influencers and proponents of Robert F. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHour Headlines and links readers to the original publisher for...
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France's parliament passes assisted dying law
The lower house of France's parliament adopted bill for assisted dying. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English and links reade...
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Burnham does not rule out wealth tax
The expected next PM says he may have to "ask for a little more" in tax and warns of "difficult" choices. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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Burnham faces crucial choice for chancellor as battle for No 11 continues
Whoever Burnham appoints to the key role will send a signal of his intent, writes Iain Watson. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics a...
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Mocking regional accents is last form of acceptable discrimination, says MP
MPs debated how prejudice against strong regional accents could affect social mobility in Westminster Hall. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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Union backing to seal Labour crown for Burnham
The Makerfield MP is set for the Labour leadership after most party-linked unions said they would back him. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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Watch: Starmer's kind send-off across the Commons in final PMQs
A warmer and less confrontational tone than usual was struck during Sir Keir Starmer's final PMQs appearance as prime minister. Newsiline summarises this...
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Albanese’s AI plan is admirable – but will face tech giants more powerful than most national governments
Challenges of regulating social media or stopping hate speech show these firms can set their own terms and prices for countries like Australia Get our bre...
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Report finds secrecy impacted handling of nuclear test veterans' records
The veterans are campaigning for full disclosure of the impact of the UK's nuclear testing programme. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Pol...
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What's next for Starmer after final PMQs?
The BBC's Nick Eardley looks at what might be next for Sir Keir Starmer as he signs off his final PMQs. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - P...
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Kenya's 'political gangs' fuel election fears
Violent disruptions of political and civic events are raising concerns about the use of hired gangs as Kenya heads toward elections in 2027. Newsiline sum...
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Standing ovation as Starmer says 'goodbye'
Several MPs gave Starmer a standing ovation in his last PMQs as prime minister. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links reader...
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Starmer jokes about being told off for 6-7 meme
Sir Keir Starmer recalls when he did the popular '6-7' meme when visiting a school in November 2025 and was told off by a teacher. Newsiline summarises th...
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Tributes and tears as Starmer takes final Prime Minister's Questions
The prime minister told MPs it was "the end of my political journey", and that he was "proud of everything I have achieved". Newsiline summarises this rep...
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Reform UK proposes £100m 'round-the-clock' security plan for MPs
The policy was announced after police said party spokeswoman Ann Widdecombe was killed in a "targeted attack". Newsiline summarises this report from BBC N...
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Watch Starmer sign off final PMQs to standing ovation
The prime minister received applause and cheers from his party and other MPs after giving his final answer. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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Venezuela government to launch formal talks with opposition members
The opposition says the aim of the talks is to strengthen the democratic institutions and the electoral system. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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Peers face new attendance rules under proposed House of Lords changes
Members of the House of Lords should have a 20% attendance record and retire at 80, a committee says. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Pol...
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PM jokes about back and forth with Badenoch
Sir Keir Starmer jokes with Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch his last Prime Minister's Questions. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politi...
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PM asks Commons to unite over MPs' safety issue
Sir Keir Starmer opened his final PMQs by paying tribute to Ann Widdecombe. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links readers to...
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Speaker thanks Starmer as PMQs begins
Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle thanks Sir Keir Starmer at his last PMQs as prime minister. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics an...
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Sierra Leone drops treason charge against ex-president over attempted coup
Ernest Bai Koroma was arrested in 2023 after gunmen broke into an armoury and some jails, freeing inmates. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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What to expect from Starmer's final PMQs
BBC correspondent Joe Pike explains what may happen in Sir Keir Starmer's final Prime Minister's Questions. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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Boss of fake government agency arrested in Nigeria after weeks on the run
The case has gripped Nigeria since President Bola Tinubu ordered a corruption investigation last week. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Wo...
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Ministers arrive for Starmer's final cabinet meeting
David Lammy, Shabana Mahmood, Ed Miliband and other ministers arrive for Starmer's final cabinet meeting. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...