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Wayne Swan, Australian Labor party president, has drawn parallels between Pauline Hanson and Donald Trump, warning of the dangers of authoritarian trends in Australian politics. Swan's comments come as One Nation, led by Hanson, gains traction in some parts of…

Venezuela's north coast has been severely affected by recent earthquakes, with dozens of buildings flattened and widespread destruction reported. The official death toll currently stands at 235, but fears are growing that thousands may have been killed. Rescue teams from…

California lawmakers are considering a proposed tax on billionaires, which would levy a 5% tax on residents with a net worth exceeding $1 billion. The plan, championed by progressive lawmakers, aims to generate revenue for social programs and address income…

Victoria police have closed an investigation into an allegation of assault made by Liberal MP Moira Deeming against party leader Matthew Guy. Deeming alleged that Guy had assaulted her at a party meeting in March. Police found no evidence to…

King Charles's tax payments have been disclosed, revealing he paid £24.6m in tax over the last two years. This figure includes income tax, capital gains tax, and VAT. The monarch's tax bill is paid voluntarily, as the royal family is…

Australia's Socceroos face Paraguay at midday today, with broadcaster SBS expecting a record audience. The match is part of the team's campaign in the FIFA World Cup. Meanwhile, a devastating earthquake has struck Venezuela's north coast, with thousands of people…

US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Commissioner Brendan Carr has accused Disney of spreading "misinformation" about two ongoing investigations into the company. Disney-owned ABC recently launched an awareness campaign, informing viewers about the probes and encouraging them to contact the FCC.…