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Quick Glance: Federal Election Set for May 3
- The Prime Minister has announced the federal election will be held on May 3.
- Anthony Albanese emphasized cost-of-living and Medicare as key campaign issues.
- Voters will have five weeks to prepare for the election, coinciding with multiple public holidays.
- Challenges lie ahead, including upcoming RBA decisions and potential trade tariffs.
This thing here, your Medicare card, they're all in your hands because only Labor has the plan to make you better off over the next three years.— Anthony Albanese speaking to voters about the importance of the Labor Party for Australia's future.
CBS News 9h
Mega Millions price increase and new rules start in April. Here's what it means for jackpots and odds.
cbsnews.com/news/mega-millions-price-increase-new-rules-2025/
Migrants targeted in Dutton's plan for Australia
news.com.au/national/federal-election/opposition-leader-peter-dutton-outlines-his-vision-if-he-is-elected-prime-minister/news-story/2469f20252ad8f814a5b682a47b2a806
Quick Glance: Dutton Proposes Fuel Excise Cut in Budget Response
- Opposition Leader Peter Dutton plans a $6 billion cut to fuel excise to confront Labor over living costs.
- He indicates new housing supply policies and a reduction in migration intake in his budget reply speech.
- The proposed excise cut would lower the tax to 25.4 cents per litre for one year, providing immediate relief to households.
- In contrast, the government’s tax cuts will not take effect for 15 months, which Dutton criticizes as a 'cruel hoax.'
1News 6h
'It's tough' - Liam Lawson speaks out after Red Bull demotion: "To every one of you who’s stood by me, thank you for all the support, it means the world."
1news.co.nz/2025/03/28/its-tough-liam-lawson-speaks-out-after-red-bull-demotion/
King Charles cancels trip after being hospitalised during cancer treatment: King Charles is forced to cancel public engagements after being taken to hospital due ...
abc.net.au/news/2025-03-28/king-charles-admitted-to-hospital-during-cancer-treatment/105106678
Australia to hold federal election on 3 May: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will be seeking to fight off a resurgent opposition and win a second term.
bbc.com/news/articles/cj02033n18go
France’s Macron says not all European countries agree on force for Ukraine: France’s Macron floats idea of a ‘reassurance force’ while UK’s Starmer accuses ...
aljazeera.com/news/2025/3/27/frances-macron-says-not-all-european-countries-agree-on-force-for-ukraine
Quick Glance: Military Teams from Britain and France Heading to Ukraine
- British and French soldiers will be deployed to Ukraine in the coming days to collaborate with Ukrainian forces.
- Emmanuel Macron confirmed the establishment of a 'reassurance force,' despite a lack of consensus among European allies.
- Sir Keir Starmer described the unit as a 'deterrence force' to send a clear message to Putin that this agreement will be defended.
- Leaders in Paris agreed that sanctions against Russia should not be lifted, but rather intensified until the war concludes.
MLB.com 6h
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Quick Glance: MLB 2025 Opening Day: Key Highlights and Updates
- Tyler O'Neill has now homered in six consecutive Opening Days, including a three-run shot off José Berríos.
- Juan Soto recorded his first hit as a Met in Houston but faced boos from the crowd.
- The Toronto Blue Jays requested fans to be respectful during the U.S. national anthem, though some boos were still heard.
- Cincinnati honored Pete Rose with a tribute video, while Adley Rutschman hit a home run for the Orioles against the Blue Jays.
Australian PM announces May 3 as federal election date: SYDNEY -- Australia will head to the polls in a federal election on May 3, Prime Minister Anthony ...
asia.nikkei.com/Politics/Australian-PM-announces-May-3-as-federal-election-date
Kylian Mbappe, the star forward for France and Real Madrid, comes face to face with his own likeness, a wax figure that is set to join the Madame Tussauds ... Show more
Quick Glance: Mbappé Thrilled by His Wax Figure in London
- Kylian Mbappé was amazed by his new wax statue, which will travel to London.
- He expressed joy over collaborating with the Madame Tussauds team and the realistic portrayal.
- Mbappé called it a great honor and a significant milestone in his career.
- The wax figure was created through extensive analysis of his features, leading to his remark: 'It's 100 percent me!'
It's a big honour. I want to say thanks to all the people who worked on it as part of the project because it's a big achievement for me, a big honour to be part of the Madame Tussauds family.— Kylian Mbappe speaks about the unveiling of his wax figure and expresses gratitude to the artists.
1News 8h
Six dead after tourist submarine sinks in Egypt's Red Sea: The provincial governor confirmed six Russians had died and that 29 of the 39 tourists rescued were ...
1news.co.nz/2025/03/28/six-dead-after-tourist-submarine-sinks-in-egypts-red-sea/
Quick Glance: Submarine Tragedy in Egypt: Six Feared Dead
- A tourist submarine sank off the coast of Hurghada, Egypt, with at least six people feared dead and nine injured.
- All passengers on board were Russian tourists, with the Russian embassy confirming at least four fatalities.
- The incident occurred around 10:00 AM local time, raising concerns about safety measures for tourist activities in the Red Sea.
- This is the second incident in six months in the area, following a November boat sinking that left 11 people missing.
1News 2h
Thousands feel M4.4 quake centred near Levin : The quake hit at 12.59pm, and was centred 20km south-west of Levin at a depth of 35km.
1news.co.nz/2025/03/28/thousands-feel-m44-quake-centred-near-levin/
Pete Hegseth Sparks Outrage With Wild New Arabic Tattoo: The devout Christian is being accused of Islamophobia for inking the controversial symbol on his arm.
thedailybeast.com/pete-hegseth-sparks-outrage-with-wild-new-arabic-tattoo/
Albanese to call May 3 federal election tomorrow morning: The prime minister is poised to call the election tomorrow, to be held on May 3.
abc.net.au/news/2025-03-27/albanese-expected-to-call-federal-election-this-morning/105103954
1News 1h
Willis to announce govt plans to encourage third supermarket competitor: Willis will announce decisions taken by Cabinet to incentivise and encourage a third ...
1news.co.nz/2025/03/28/willis-to-announce-govt-plans-to-encourage-third-supermarket-competitor/
“This isn’t just complicity. This government is enabling war crimes and genocide.”
Australian Senator Lidia Thorpe held a pro-Palestine speech in parliament ... Show more
Australia: Prime Minister Albanese calls general election: Australians will head to the polls on May 3, locking in a showdown over climate promises ...
dw.com/en/australia-prime-minister-albanese-calls-general-election/a-72064672
Australia to hold general elections on May 3 with inflation and a housing shortage major issues
ctvnews.ca/world/article/australia-to-hold-general-elections-on-may-3-with-inflation-and-a-housing-shortage-major-issues/
Top Conservative strategist says Poilievre needs to urgently pivot or he will lose
cbc.ca/news/politics/top-conservative-stragegist-poilievre-lose-1.7495524
New Zealand TV series After The Party scores Bafta nomination : "Crazy, mindblowing and just plain joyous" is how Kiwi acting icon Robyn Malcolm ...
rnz.co.nz/life/screens/tv/new-zealand-tv-series-after-the-party-scores-bafta-nomination
A clarifying moment for democracy: The shocking detention of a Tufts student shows how Trump’s immigration policy has become an assault on freedom.
vox.com/politics/406182/trump-arrest-student-tufts-rumeysa-ozturk
The One Show hosts share sweet 'congratulations' message just minutes into programme
dailyrecord.co.uk/tv/one-show-hosts-share-sweet-34947487
Europe’s reassurance force in Ukraine to take shape in 3-4 weeks, says Emmanuel Macron
ft.com/content/a98229d1-31df-4b55-8934-cfc71f1d9097
Trump's auto tariffs will hit many companies, but Elon Musk's Tesla less so: As the global auto world reeled from the potential fallout of U.S ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/trumps-auto-tariffs-will-hit-many-companies-elon-musks-tesla-less-so-2025-03-27/
Quick Glance: Tesla's Declining Sales and Emerging Challenges
- Tesla is experiencing a significant decline in sales across California, Europe, and China, while competitors like BYD are gaining ground.
- The Tesla brand is increasingly viewed as toxic in California, compounded by setbacks in technology, particularly with BYD's superior battery systems.
- The drop in sales in China, a critical market, threatens the company's already narrowing profit margins.
- Analysts have reduced Tesla's sales forecasts, highlighting serious challenges due to rising competition and internal issues.
Trump news updates: Atlantic reveals attack plans shared by officials in group chat
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-signal-chat-waltz-executive-order-tesla-news-today-live-b2721740.html
Ólafur Darri Ólafsson on Drummond’s ‘Severance’ Finale Death: “When I was filming, I was like, This is the funniest thing I’ve ever seen. I had to shut down ...
vulture.com/article/olafur-darri-olafsson-drummond-severance-finale-death.html
U.S. needs Japan's guarantee to use bases in Taiwan war: Pentagon adviser: WASHINGTON -- The U.S. needs to ensure that it will be able to obtain permission from ...
asia.nikkei.com/Politics/International-relations/Indo-Pacific/U.S.-needs-Japan-s-guarantee-to-use-bases-in-Taiwan-war-Pentagon-adviser
JUST IN: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has arrived at Governor-General Sam Mostyn's residence in Canberra, where he is expected to request a dissolution of ... Show more
Federal Election 2025 LIVE updates: PM calls election for May 3, immediately launches into campaign mode; Trump tariffs high on radar, says PM; Election odds; Greens say a minority government is coming
Federal Election 2025 LIVE updates: PM calls election for May 3, immediately launches into campaign mode; Trump tariffs high on radar, says PM; Election odds; Greens say a minority government is coming
The election will be held on Saturday May 3.
You can enrol to vote at Australian Electoral Commission Tell us what matters to you and what you want to hear from the candidates this ... Show more
Federal Election 2025 Australia - Latest News & Live Coverage
Federal Election 2025 Australia - Latest News & Live Coverage
Person claiming to be Port Chalmers Lotto winner 'wants to give back': A person claiming to have won the $5.3 million Lotto prize sold in Port Chalmers ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/%E280%9Ci-got-all-numbers-port-chalmers-53m-lotto-winner-claims-prize
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called the election for May 3 after visiting Governor-General Sam Mostyn at dawn in Canberra to launch a formal campaign ... Show more
Invitees shun antisemitism conference in Israel after European far right attends: The president of the European Jewish Congress described the conference as ...
middleeasteye.net/news/invitees-shun-antisemitism-conference-israel-after-european-far-right-attends
UK and France to send first military mission to Ukraine as coalition talks flounder
thenationalnews.com/news/europe/2025/03/27/uk-and-france-to-send-first-military-mission-to-ukraine-as-coalition-talks-flounder/
Australians are now able to travel to the US faster and easier : Despite growing tariff and trade tensions with one of our closest allies, Australia has been ...
9news.com.au/national/australia-accepted-usa-global-entry-partner/eb146f8c-202b-4c55-a034-1e8c8bdba5a3
A Shark’s Sounds Are Recorded for What Is Believed to Be the First Time: Researchers in New Zealand have recorded what they believe is the first instance of a ...
nytimes.com/2025/03/27/science/shark-sounds-recording.html
Coalition cuts to public service jobs could push out social service payment wait times by months, Labor says
theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/mar/27/coalition-cuts-to-public-service-jobs-could-push-out-social-service-payment-wait-times-by-months-labor-says
Manila Bulletin 20h
It would be another formidable task for Alex Eala at the 2025 Miami Open as she sets up a thrilling duel with world No. 4 Jessica Pegula for a spot in the ... Show more
Alex Eala battles Grand Slam finalist Jessica Pegula in Miami Open semis
Alex Eala battles Grand Slam finalist Jessica Pegula in Miami Open semis
Elon Musk’s Family History in South Africa Reveals Ties to Apartheid & Neo-Nazi Movements
democracynow.org/2025/3/27/elon_musk_south_africa
More than 30 European leaders gathered in Paris Thursday for a summit hosted by French President Macron in a bid to carve out a role in US-led ceasefire talks ... Show more
BC Partners Set to Raise $1.4 Billion for Private Credit Fund
BC Partners Set to Raise $1.4 Billion for Private Credit Fund
The Globe and Mail Mar 27
Dollarama to buy Australia’s largest discount retailer, The Reject Shop: The Melbourne-based retailer operates a network of more than 390 stores across Australia ...
theglobeandmail.com/business/article-dollarama-to-buy-australias-largest-discount-retailer-the-reject-shop/
Reps pass bill to set age-limit for president, governors: If enacted, the bill would render prominent politicians such as President Bola Tinubu, Atiku Abubakar ...
premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/784162-reps-pass-bill-to-set-age-limit-for-president-governors.html
Trump places 25 per cent tariff on vehicle imports into United States: President Donald Trump says he is placing 25 per cent tariffs on all automotive imports to ...
abc.net.au/news/2025-03-27/donald-trump-auto-tariffs/105101440
Quick Glance: Canada to Counter US Auto Tariffs with Trade Actions
- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced plans to respond with trade actions if the U.S. imposes new auto tariffs.
- The proposed 25% tariffs could significantly raise vehicle costs in the U.S. and slow production.
- European nations and Canada are considering retaliatory measures as auto stocks decline.
- Carney highlighted the need to reduce Canada's dependence on the U.S., amid concerns about the tariffs' impact on the global auto industry.
"The U.S. has chosen a path at whose end lie only losers, since tariffs and isolation hurt prosperity for everyone."— German Chancellor Olaf Scholz commented on the trade crisis during a press conference.
Trump urges Republicans to defund NPR, PBS: President Trump on Thursday renewed a call to defund NPR and PBS a day after top executives from the public ...
thehill.com/homenews/media/5217113-donald-trump-npr-pbs-defund/
PPP/C supporters in skirmish with Azruddin Mohamed team at Letter Kenny: Tensions flared yesterday in Letter Kenny, Corentyne, as government supporters clashed ...
stabroeknews.com/2025/03/26/news/guyana/ppp-c-supporters-in-skirmish-with-azruddin-mohamed-team-at-letter-kenny/
Watch: Australian senator wields dead salmon in parliament: The Green Party Senator was asked to remove "the prop" from the chamber ...
bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cqx0nxpye7go
Florida lawmakers are debating a bill that would ease child labor laws, allowing minors as young as 14 to work overnight shifts on school days ... Show more
The first Deaf teacher at a mainstream school in NZ: King was born Deaf and uses New Zealand Sign Language full-time, leading the primary school class using ...
rnz.co.nz/life/people/identity/phillip-king-is-the-only-deaf-teacher-at-a-mainstream-school-in-nz
1News 19h
Apple teams up with iwi to add new Māori features in Maps: Apple users will notice a new ability to search for Māori place names, iwi and marae.
1news.co.nz/2025/03/27/apple-teams-up-with-iwi-to-add-new-maori-features-in-maps/
Kaduna APC Woman leader dumps El-Rufai, pledges loyalty to Gov Sani: Maryam, who was recently pardoned by the party, expressed her gratitude by describing Mr Uba ...
premiumtimesng.com/news/more-news/784003-kaduna-apc-woman-leader-dumps-el-rufai-pledges-loyalty-to-gov-sani.html
Trump Threatens More Tariffs if Canada and Europe Work Against U.S.: Live Updates
nytimes.com/live/2025/03/27/us/trump-tariffs-news
Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupt Israel Philharmonic concert in San Francisco: Shouts during the Israeli national anthem and a Tchaikovsky symphony did not ...
haaretz.com/israel-news/culture/2025-03-27/ty-article/.premium/pro-palestinian-protesters-disrupt-israel-philharmonic-concert-in-san-francisco/00000195-d780-d1f1-a7d5-f7e47d7f0000
Hot Wheels show promises ‘unforgettable entertainment’: Has your child ever yearned to watch their Hot Wheels cars come to life in front of their very eyes? Come ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/hot-wheels-show-promises-%E28098unforgettable-entertainment%E28099
CNA 13h
'Alamak', 'kaya' and 'tapau' among words added to Oxford English Dictionary
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/alamak-kaya-and-tapau-among-words-added-oxford-english-dictionary-5027961
After being brought on to start the final quarter, Saad El-Hawli only needed one electrifying play to become Essendon's newest cult hero! 😍
WATCH 👇WATCH: Bombers debutant's very first play at AFL level gives him instant cult hero status
'Joe's Law' to ban public-private hospital partnerships after toddler's death: The Minns government is set to introduce the legislation known as "Joe's Law" ...
abc.net.au/news/2025-03-27/nsw-government-joes-law-hospital-services-partnerships/105101938
Japan putting 'all options on table' in dealing with US auto tariffs, PM Ishiba says
reuters.com/world/japan/japan-putting-all-options-table-dealing-with-us-auto-tariffs-pm-ishiba-says-2025-03-27/
Cathay cinema at Jem to close as landlord seeks $4.3 million in rental arrears: The closure came after more than a year of negotiations with its landlord ...
straitstimes.com/business/companies-markets/cathay-cinema-at-jem-closes-today-as-landlord-seeks-4-3-million-in-rental-arrears
