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Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy is set to promote Labor's "progressive patriotism" approach to defence policy. This approach emphasizes Australian-made defence equipment and local industry development. The minister's push comes as recent audits expose significant waste in defence spending. Government…

Australia's One Nation leader, Pauline Hanson, has formed an unlikely alliance with independent senators, including David Pocock, to push for greater transparency surrounding the Aukus submarine deal. The group is seeking to establish an inquiry into the handling of the…

Democratic socialists have made significant gains in recent primaries across the US, from New York to Colorado. This surge is largely driven by growing membership and increased activism, particularly among pro-Palestinian groups. The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) has seen…

The US-Canada-Mexico trade pact, also known as the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), will not be renewed on a long-term basis. US officials have chosen to maintain the agreement through annual reviews instead. This decision comes as a surprise, given that…

The United Nations has warned that the rapid spread of artificial intelligence may exacerbate global inequality. A UN panel has proposed a shared framework for responsible AI development to mitigate this risk. The warning comes as AI adoption grows unevenly…

E Jean Carroll is seeking a court order to compel Donald Trump to pay $5m in damages. The amount was awarded to Carroll after a jury found Trump liable for sexually abusing and defaming her. The verdict was handed down…

New York City police arrested two individuals who climbed to the top of the Empire State Building to unfurl a banner. The sign, which displayed a message of peace, was visible from the ground. Authorities were alerted to the stunt…

The Great American State Fair, an event promoted by former President Donald Trump, is experiencing low attendance and scorching heat. Visitors are met with sparse crowds and extreme temperatures. Food prices are also a concern, with some items costing upwards…

US poultry farmer Greg Langmo is still recovering from a devastating disease outbreak that nearly destroyed his business. The 2015 avian flu epidemic led to the loss of over 50 million birds nationwide, with Langmo's farm being one of the…

Extreme heat waves are highlighting deep-seated inequalities worldwide. Rising temperatures are disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations, including the poor, elderly, and those in informal settlements. Many of these communities lack access to basic amenities like air conditioning, cool drinking water, and…

Teachers in England will receive a 6.6% pay rise over two years, exceeding forecast inflation. The increase is higher than expected and has been welcomed by teaching unions. However, nearly a third of the rise will be funded by schools…

Dr Bill Kirkup, an adviser to the England maternity care review, has expressed concerns that the final report may not accurately represent the views of all stakeholders. The review, led by Valerie Amos, aimed to improve maternity care in England.…

Exeter University's plan to cut dozens of humanities posts has sparked widespread criticism. The proposed redundancies, affecting arts and social sciences departments, have drawn opposition from prominent figures including former Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams and film critic Mark Kermode.…