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Europe is experiencing unseasonably high temperatures in May, with several capitals recording record-breaking heat. Madrid, Paris, London, Dublin, and Berlin are among the cities affected. Residents and tourists alike are struggling to cope with the heat, which is expected to…

Former Prime Minister Paul Keating has cautioned Labor against watering down its proposed changes to capital gains tax (CGT). Keating argues that exempting commercial assets from the changes would further distort the economy. The Labor government's plan aims to reduce…

Gina Rinehart has acquired a 10% stake in Southern Cross Media, owner of the Seven network, through a $26 million deal. The purchase was made possible with the assistance of media executive Bruce McWilliam. Rinehart, a mining billionaire, has previously…

BHP has acknowledged its emissions reductions have stalled, with the head of its Western Australian iron ore operations unable to provide a firm timeline for replacing diesel trucks. This admission comes as Western Australian Premier Mark McGowan stated that miners…

Australia's inflation rate has eased to 4.2% in the year to April, driven by a decline in fuel prices following the government's fuel excise relief. This marks a decrease from the previous month's rate. Despite the dip, economists warn that…

A royal commission has been told that police responding to the Bondi beach massacre were outgunned due to a lack of long-arm rifles. NSW police deputy commissioner Malcolm Lanyon stated that officers were at significant risk, armed with 9mm Glocks,…

Iceland's foreign minister, Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, has expressed concern that the country's upcoming EU accession referendum could be swayed by misinformation. Gunnarsdóttir warned that opponents of EU membership are using fear tactics to influence voters. The referendum, scheduled to take…

Scientists have reconstructed the massive meteorite impact that led to the extinction of dinosaurs 66 million years ago. The impact, known as the Chicxulub asteroid impact, occurred in what is now Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. Researchers have long believed this event…

The Dorset coastline, known for its diverse seabird population, is home to a variety of species that attract attention from birdwatchers and conservationists. Puffins, in particular, are a popular sight, but other birds like the rock pipit often go unnoticed.…

Indonesia's "eternity glaciers" in the West Papua region are disappearing at an alarming rate. Researchers have found that the remaining tropical glaciers in Oceania have lost almost all their ice. These glaciers, once considered eternal, are now on the brink…

Texas congressman Al Green has lost the Democratic primary runoff for the 18th congressional district. Christian Menefee, a local official, won the nomination. Green, a 12-term congressman, had represented the district since 2005. However, Republican-led redistricting efforts significantly altered the…

Former Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating has weighed in on the ongoing debate over the capital gains tax overhaul. Keating is urging the Labor party to stick with the proposed changes, arguing that exemptions would ultimately harm the economy. The…

Japan's obsession with cats has evolved into a multibillion-dollar industry, dubbed 'Catnomics'. The country's feline fixation is evident in various aspects of society, from cat cafes to cat-themed merchandise. The imperial family is among the many cat enthusiasts, with several…