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Aug 12, 2026 - World

Trump has repeatedly claimed that the US controls the strategic waterway, which is important for the flow of energy and other commodities through the Middle East, despite the Islamic Republic's fierce rejection of the assertion.

Aug 12, 2026 - World

News bargaining bill expected to pass parliament after Labor and Coalition agree on terms that will force tech companies to contribute to media outlets. Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGood morning,Krishani Dhanji here with you for the final sitting day of the week, thanks to Martin Farrer for getting us started. Continue reading...

Aug 12, 2026 - World

Eclipse witnessed by tens of millions across western Europe as enthusiasts gather along path of totalitySolar eclipse 2026 across Europe: in picturesCruise ships, quiet towns and an all-day festival: millions flock to eclipse viewing spots across Europein Land’s End, CornwallThe roads and car parks of west and north Cornwall are clogged as people gather to watch the solar eclipse. Continue reading...

Aug 12, 2026 - World

Donald Trump says Leavitt is leaving to spend more time with her family and would become one of his ‘top outside advisors’Karoline Leavitt will step down as White House press secretarySign up for the Breaking News US emailCore inflation, which measures price changes without volatile goods like food and gas, rose by 0.2% in July, after not really changing in June compared to the month prior.While the latest data shows there has been a 2.9% drop in gas prices from June to July, there has been a 25% hike compared to this time last year. Continue reading...

Aug 12, 2026 - World

Democratic socialist Francesca Hong fell just short as David Crowley strives for unity for November’s general electionDemocratic socialist Francesca Hong was on course to win the party’s nomination for Wisconsin governor on Wednesday by a clear margin, according to the polls – presaging the latest in an extraordinary wave of leftwing victories across the country, challenging the party’s establishment.It was not to be. In a photo finish after a messy campaign, David Crowley eked out a win by a few thousand votes over Hong, raising questions over the limits of the progressive movement that has swept through Democratic contests in recent months. Continue reading...