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New councils to be created in 14 areas of England
The plans will see the abolition of two-tier government, with district and county councils replaced with single, unitary authorities. Newsiline summarises...
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Protesters criticise Zelenskyy after Ukrainian defence minister's sacking
A dispute between the now former defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov and Kyiv's top general is spilling into public, after Volodymyr Zelenskyy orders a seco...
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Burnham planning summer tour of UK in early weeks as PM
Described as a "listening tour of the UK", Burnham will travel across the country in August while MPs break for the summer. Newsiline summarises this repo...
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Couples free to marry at the beach or the pub under new plans
The government says it wants to update "outdated" marriage laws to give couples in England and Wales more choice. Newsiline summarises this report from BB...
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WATCH LIVE: Karoline Leavitt returns for White House briefing as Trump readies primetime speech
President Donald Trump is set to address the nation Thursday on topics he said will include elections and voting machines. Newsiline summarises this repor...
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Trump is expected to make election conspiracies a focus of his national address
President Donald Trump is set to address the nation on Thursday night on topics he said will include elections and voting machines, suggesting he is likel...
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Government drops plans to stop paying Coastguard volunteers
UK transport minister Keir Mather said he had listened to the views of coastguard rescue officers. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top St...
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UK says Falkland Islands 'definitely ours' after Argentina banner
Argentina could be disciplined by Fifa for the celebrations after the World Cup win over England. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politic...
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Zelenskyy fires Ukraine's tech-savvy defense minister in government reshuffle
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has fired the country's popular defense minister, who pushed for innovation in the battlefield through the use of...
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The EU climate policy the world copied is under fire — what's at stake?
The emissions trading system became a global blueprint for pricing carbon and cutting CO2. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All Engl...
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US slaps 25% tariffs on Brazil with election looming
The US will impose a 25% tariff on most imports from Brazil starting later this month. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English...
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NT government slammed over no-show to federal racism inquiry
A national inquiry into racism against First Nations people, launched after an alleged terror attack in Perth, has heard allegations of systemic racism in...
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Ukraine lawmakers to elect government amid defense chief row
It is President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's second Cabinet shakeup in a year. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English and links reade...
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Ukraine lawmakers to elect new government amid defence chief row
It is President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's second cabinet shake-up in a year, but he faces criticism over the dismissal of reformist Defense Minister Mykhailo...
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Protests in Ukraine's cities against Zelensky's removal of defence minister
Ukraine's president has not explained Mykhailo Fedorov's dismissal, which is causing great upset among civil society and the military. Newsiline summarise...
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Dismissal of Ukraine's popular defense minister draws intense criticism
As Ukraine signs drone deals and awaits licenses for Patriot missiles, the country's popular, tech-savvy defense minister, who helped Ukraine turn the tab...
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Pakistan resisting UK attempts to deport grooming gang leader
The government of Pakistan says it has "no connection whatsoever" with the case of Shabir Ahmed. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics...
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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...