After a solid year, Albanese is facing stern challenges

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‘You can’t simply wish things to happen’: PM’s message for progressives: On the eve of the anniversary of his election triumph, Anthony Albanese is ...

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‘You can’t simply wish things to happen’: PM’s message for progressives: On the eve of the anniversary of his election triumph, Anthony Albanese is ...

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One year in, Anthony Albanese is betting big on Australia’s better angels: The mantle of office has settled on a man who wants to enlarge Australia’s idea of ...

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CNA Explains: Why does the national election in tiny Solomon Islands matter for the rest of the world?

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Australia Plans IRA-Style Act to Drive Green Manufacturing Tilt: Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese plans an Inflation Reduction Act-style program to ...

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Quick Glance: PM unveils ambitious plan to boost local manufacturing

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has unveiled an ambitious plan to boost local manufacturing and supercharge Australia's economic growth.

He announced the upcoming introduction of a 'Future Made in Australia Act' to enhance investment, job creation, and economic opportunities.

Albanese emphasized the importance of government support for the domestic industry and competing with other countries offering similar subsidies.

Albanese's plan has been welcomed by various bodies, while Opposition Leader Peter Dutton deemed it unachievable.

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Australia Plans $32 Billion Defense Boost to Face New Threats: Australia has pledged to boost spending for its military forces by A$50.3 billion ($32 billion) ...

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Apr 16

Sydney knife attack hero welcome to stay in Australia, PM says: A French national who confronted a knife-wielding attacker during a rampage in a mall in the ...

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Alabama: Voters to decide primary runoffs in new Congressional District: Alabama voters have cast their ballots to decide party nominees for the state’s 2nd ...

apnews.com/article/alabama-2nd-congressional-district-primary-election-3c71c050841f20d751226463731868c7

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abc.net.au/news/2024-04-18/bondi-security-guard-stabbing-permanent-visa/103739020

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Security guard stabbed in Bondi attack could become permanent resident after PM intervention

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abc.net.au/news/2024-04-16/damien-guerot-bollard-man-bondi-junction-attack-visa/103728858

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Damien Guerot, who fought off Bondi Junction attacker with bollard, to be granted permanent residency, lawyer says

Quick Glance: French 'Bollard Man' Granted Permanent Residency After Heroic Act

The French man known as 'bollard man' for bravely confronting Joel Cauchi during a stabbing attack in Bondi Junction will be granted permanent residency by the federal government, as confirmed by his lawyer.

A widely circulated video on social media captured Damien Guerot holding a shopping center bollard to stop the knife-wielding Cauchi, leading to the decision to grant him permanent residency.

His lawyer, Belinda Robinson, mentioned that the official documentation for his permanent residency was expected to arrive soon, following an online petition to recognize his heroic actions.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton commended Mr. Guerot for his extraordinary bravery and willingness to protect others in danger, highlighting his character as an example of the values they cherish.

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Apr 11

US ‘considering’ end to Assange prosecution bid: Cryptic Biden hint came ahead of April 16 deadline for next step in extradition case

theregister.com/2024/04/11/biden_considering_end_to_assange_case/

Quick Glance: Contemplating Prosecution Cessation for Wikileaks Founder Julian Assange

President Joe Biden is contemplating Australia's request to cease the long-standing U.S. effort to prosecute Wikileaks founder Julian Assange for revealing American classified documents.

There is a disparity in the treatment of Assange and Manning, with Obama shortening Manning's sentence while Assange remains under indictment. Supporters of Assange argue he is a journalist protected by the First Amendment who exposed U.S. military misconduct in Iraq and Afghanistan.

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smh.com.au/politics/federal/simpler-and-fairer-albanese-flags-hecs-changes-in-budget-relief-20240417-p5fkkd.html

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‘Simpler and fairer’: Albanese flags HECS changes in budget relief: The prime minister says he will announce soon a response to a recommended overhaul of HECS as ...

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'Bollard Man': Hero who confronted stabber promised Australia visa: The Prime Minister has told "Bollard Man" Damien Guerot he can stay in the country as long as ...

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Knife attack in Sydney: perpetrator had psychological problems: According to police, the man who attacked several people with a knife in Sydney was probably not ...

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'I'm loving a monster': Parents of Sydney attacker apologise after son kills six people

itv.com/news/2024-04-14/police-to-investigate-whether-sydney-attacker-targeted-women

Quick Glance: Bondi Junction Shopping Centre Stabbing Victims

Faraz Tahir, 30, fatally stabbed while working as a security guard by Joel Cauchi, 40.

Five women and one man were killed, including Tahir, 30.

Victims identified include Faraz Tahir, Ashlee Good, Dawn Singleton, and Jade Young.

Three individuals remain critical, eight are stable, and one victim has been discharged.

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Kennedy Family Endorses Biden Against RFK Jr.: President Joe Biden will accept endorsements from at least 15 members of the Kennedy political family as he aims ...

time.com/6968479/kennedy-family-endorse-joe-biden-rfk-jr/

Quick Glance: Biden Receives Kennedy Family Endorsements in Philadelphia

President Joe Biden received endorsements from at least 15 members of the Kennedy political family during a campaign stop in Philadelphia to undermine Donald Trump and marginalize the candidacy of independent Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Kerry Kennedy, daughter of former Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy, niece of former President John F. Kennedy, and sister of the current presidential candidate, delivered the endorsements in Philadelphia, calling Biden her hero.

The decision to highlight the Kennedy family's support more than six months from Election Day indicates how seriously Biden's team is taking a long shot candidate using his last name's lingering Democratic magic.

Biden used the event to keep up the pressure on Trump, emphasizing the importance of the election not for himself, but to keep Trump out, stating the race was significant due to the potential consequences if they lose this election. The Kennedy family endorsements for Biden were hardly a surprise, as prominent members of the Democratic family did not politically align with Kennedy Jr.

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Biden moves to reimpose oil sanctions on Venezuela: Officials said the administration determined that Maduro’s government reneged on a deal that offered a ...

politico.com/news/2024/04/17/biden-oil-sanctions-venezuela-00152821

Quick Glance: US to Reinstate Sanctions on Venezuela’s Oil and Gas Sector

The United States will reimpose sanctions on Venezuela’s oil and gas sector due to the Maduro government's failure to allow 'an inclusive and competitive election' to take place.

The US government decided not to renew the temporary authorization (General License 44) that allowed transactions with Venezuela's national oil and gas sector without fear of sanctions, citing the Maduro government's failure to uphold key areas of the 'Barbados Agreement.'

While the impact of revoking the authorization could not be quantified, another authorization from 2022 allowing the oil company Chevron to resume limited resource extraction operations in Venezuela will remain in place.

Despite reinstating sanctions, a US official emphasized that this should not be seen as a final decision on Venezuela's electoral capabilities, and efforts to support a better future for the country will continue.

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Apr 15

Explainer: China, health system top issues as Solomon Islands holds national election

reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/china-health-system-top-issues-solomon-islands-holds-national-election-2024-04-15/

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Apr 15

Knife attack in Sydney: Attacker apparently targeted women: Almost all the victims of the knife attack in Sydney were female. The policewoman who stopped him is ...

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Apr 13

Video shows Sydney stabbing attack suspect in mall: The footage appears to show a man confronting the knifeman on an escalator with a pole.

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Apr 15

Singapore PM Lee to hand over power to successor Wong on May 15: Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, 72, announced on Monday he will hand over power to his ...

reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/singapore-pm-lee-hand-over-power-successor-wong-may-15-2024-04-15/

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Apr 17

‘Risk of conflict increasing’: Defence to get extra $50b over next decade: Defence spending is set to rise to $100 billion a year by 2034, in large part due to ...

Quick Glance: Plans for New Fighter Jets Delayed Despite Labor's Defense Budget Increase

The Albanese government is injecting an additional $50bn into defense over the next decade to extend military reach beyond Australia's shores.

While overall spending is increasing, approximately $73bn over 10 years is being freed up by cutting, delaying, or altering the scope of some defense projects.

The acquisition of new F-35 fighter jets is postponed by $3bn to keep existing Super Hornets operational longer and invest in long-range missiles.

Despite $10bn in savings over 10 years from scaling back new infantry fighting vehicle purchases, the government highlights a net increase of $5.7bn in the immediate four-year budget cycle for defense.

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Solomon Islands PM Has Millions in Property, Raising Questions Around Wealth - OCCRP

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Apr 15

U.S. news organizations urge Biden, Trump to commit to debates: A dozen leading U.S. news organizations collectively urged U.S. President Joe Biden and former ...

reuters.com/world/us/us-news-organizations-urge-biden-trump-commit-debates-2024-04-15/

Quick Glance: News Organizations Encourage Biden and Trump to Commit to Debates

Twelve news organizations called on presidential candidates Joe Biden and Donald Trump to commit to debates, emphasizing their significance since 1976 in every campaign.

Highlighting the importance of debates, the organizations urged the candidates to discuss their visions for the nation's future before the American people.

While Trump is willing to debate his rival, Biden has not yet committed to further debates, and formal invitations have not been issued yet.

The Trump campaign pushed for an earlier debate schedule, criticized moderator selection, and raised concerns about the fairness and impartiality of the debates.

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Apr 08

US, UK and Australia say Japan could join part of Aukus pact : Statement from security group members comes amid mounting focus on Chinese threat in Asia

ft.com/content/f93e7d2f-5d60-4f77-88f1-96fc61115378

Quick Glance: US, Britain, Australia Consider Expanding AUKUS to Deter China

The U.S., Britain, and Australia are initiating talks to expand their AUKUS security pact, with a focus on involving Japan as a deterrent against China, according to the Financial Times.

The defense ministers will discuss 'Pillar Two' of the pact, aiming to jointly develop quantum computing, undersea, hypersonic, artificial intelligence, and cyber technology.

The U.S. is advocating for Japan's inclusion in the second pillar while ruling out expansion of the first pillar, which involves supplying nuclear-powered submarines to Australia.

Formed in 2021, the AUKUS pact aims to counter China's influence in the Indo-Pacific region. The potential addition of Japan to Pillar Two is expected to be announced soon.

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Apr 16

Australia police declare Sydney church stabbing a terrorist attack: A teenager has been accused of wounding a Christian bishop and priest during a church service ...

apnews.com/article/australia-church-stabbing-bishop-emannuel-126a140f1a38aeb9d63b2c7b744f588f

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Apr 10

US, Japan to strike deals on defense, space at leaders' summit: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will make new agreements with U.S. President Joe Biden when ...

reuters.com/world/us/us-japan-strike-deals-defense-space-leaders-summit-2024-04-10/

Quick Glance: Kishida and Biden Celebrate US-Japan Alliance with 'Star Trek' Toast

Kishida quotes 'Star Trek' and jokes at state dinner in White House

Biden and Kishida emphasize friendship and alliance between USA and Japan

Prominent guests from politics and business attend lavish dinner

Simon sings hits at night performance, serving spring cuisine from Japan and the USA

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Apr 16

The Sydney church terror attack is a wake-up call for Australians: A bishop of the Assyrian Orthodox Church, Mar Mari Emmanuel, was knifed at the altar of his ...

spectator.co.uk/article/the-sydney-church-terror-attack-is-a-wake-up-call-for-australians/

Quick Glance: Bishop's Premonition and Stabbing Incident

A well-known Sydney bishop, stabbed during a sermon, had been warned of a potential attack on his life in recent weeks.

The attack on Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel, allegedly by a 15-year-old, occurred at the Christ the Good Shepherd Church in Wakeley on Monday night following a sermon where the bishop mentioned that his death was imminent.

The bishop clarified that his potential passing would not be an attempt to escape or avoid life, but rather a conscious desire to be with God.

A 15-year-old boy was arrested after the attack on the bishop and three other men during a service at an Assyrian Orthodox church in Sydney's southwest. The bishop was taken to the hospital with multiple stab wounds and is currently in stable condition.

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Apr 15

Sydney mall attacker may have targeted women, police say, as more details emerge of his six victims

cnn.com/2024/04/15/australia/australia-sydney-mall-attacker-targeted-women-victims-intl-hnk/

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Apr 13

Several people stabbed in Sydney shopping center: In Sydney, seven people have died in a knife attack in a shopping center near the famous Bondi Beach ...

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Apr 14

Australia celebrates Amy Scott - Police officer and passers-by intervene in Sydney shooting

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Apr 13

Bondi Junction mass murder: What we know so far: A man murdered at least six people by stabbing them with a knife inside Bondi Junction Westfield on Saturday ...

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Apr 13

Trump’s extreme rhetoric is a mainstay of his 2024 campaign. Much of it could become a reality if he wins another term

cnn.com/2024/04/13/politics/trump-rhetoric/

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Sydney’s Armenians, Greeks and Assyrians unite to demand recognition of 1915 genocides

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Apr 14

Labor hits back at critics by adding tax breaks to industry aid: Jim Chalmers backed the case for tax concessions in a new signal about the scale of the budget ...

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Sydney: Knife attacker identified after shopping center rampage: A man apparently stabbed people indiscriminately in a shopping center in Australia on Saturday ...

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Apr 11

Australian Foreign Minister raises recognising Palestinian state: Analysis - Penny Wong looks beyond the Israel-Gaza war in advancing her party's long-held ...

rnz.co.nz/news/world/513981/australian-foreign-minister-raises-recognising-palestinian-state

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Apr 16

Trump fundraising intensifies, Democrats post big hauls and other first-quarter takeaways

cnn.com/2024/04/16/politics/fundraising-takeaways-trump-democrats-squad/

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Apr 10

Israel-Hamas war: Biden calls Netanyahu's approach to war against Hamas a 'mistake'

apnews.com/article/israel-hamas-war-latest-04-10-2024-dc72eef87b9c21368609c9244613697d

Quick Glance: US Warns of Possible Iranian Attacks on Israel

The United States believes Iran could attack Israel in the coming days, potentially escalating a war in the region.

Threats of an Iranian attack on Israeli assets have been shared with U.S. lawmakers.

The attacks are expected to be in retaliation for Israel's airstrike in Syria last week, which killed a top Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps commander.

The U.S. is concerned about the potential destabilization of the region due to a possible Iranian attack.

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Apr 08

Australia proposes mandatory code of conduct for supermarkets, millions in fines: Australia's major supermarkets could face fines of up to A$10 million ($6 ...

reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/australia-proposes-mandatory-code-conduct-supermarkets-millions-fines-2024-04-08/

Quick Glance: Report Recommends Stricter Rules for Supermarkets and Higher Penalties for Violations

Recommendation to introduce a mandatory code of conduct for supermarkets

Companies should face financial penalties of up to A$10 million or 10% of revenue for non-compliance

No endorsement of granting regulatory powers to break up large supermarket chains

Proposal for tougher rules and higher penalties for supermarkets in report

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Apr 08

Trump says abortion is up to the states, declines to endorse national limit: His announcement is likely to disappoint anti-abortion groups after his campaign ...

politico.com/news/2024/04/08/trump-says-abortion-is-up-to-the-states-declines-to-endorse-national-limit-00151022

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Australia considers citizenship for Pakistani guard in Sydney mall attack: Australia’s prime minister said Thursday he will consider granting citizenship to a ...

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She saved her baby in fatal crash: Penal mother Simran Rahamut used her body as a human shield to protect her one-year-old infant when the family’s vehicle ...

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Apr 02

World Central Kitchen Suspends Aid Operations After Israeli Airstrike Kills 7 of Its Workers

democracynow.org/2024/4/2/headlines/world_central_kitchen_suspends_aid_operations_after_israeli_airstrike_kills_7_of_its_workers

Quick Glance: Fatal Mistake: IDF Reveals Errors in Attack on Aid Workers

A series of catastrophic mistakes led to the deaths of seven aid workers delivering crucial aid to Gaza.

Investigations revealed serious errors in identification, resulting in a tragic outcome.

Decisions to carry out the attack broke operational procedures and resulted in a grave tragedy.

The IDF has taken responsibility, soldiers involved have been suspended, and a potential criminal investigation looms.

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Trump endorses Dave McCormick for Senate in Pennsylvania: Former President Donald Trump on Saturday endorsed the Senate campaign of Republican Dave McCormick in ...

cnn.com/2024/04/13/politics/trump-dave-mccormick-senate-pennsylvania/

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Apr 17

Barr, a vocal Trump critic, says he will ‘support the Republican ticket’ in November

washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/17/barr-vocal-trump-critic-says-he-will-support-republican-ticket-november/

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Apr 14

Mum, refugee security guard named as victims: A security guard, the daughter of a businessman, a new mum and a mother-of-two have been revealed as four of the ...

news.com.au/national/nsw-act/crime/millionare-businessmans-daughter-named-as-bondi-stabbing-victim/news-story/977156fdccdb75250522f15432b9d4d0

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Republican Party an ‘unprecedented dumpster fire’: Democratic strategist: A veteran Democratic strategist painted a dark picture for Republicans on Monday ahead ...

thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4582402-republican-party-an-unprecedented-dumpster-fire-democratic-strategist/

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Australian police say Sydney knife attacker may have targeted women: SYDNEY : Australian police on Monday (Apr 15) said the attacker who fatally stabbed six ...

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Apr 17

Better boost budget bottom line, Jim: IMF warns of Chinese downturn threat: The International Monetary Fund says countries heavily dependent on China – such as ...

theage.com.au/politics/federal/better-boost-budget-bottom-line-jim-imf-warns-of-chinese-downturn-threat-20240417-p5fkgt.html

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Apr 11

Trump campaign asks for more presidential debates: Trump skipped all of the GOP primary debates.

axios.com/2024/04/11/trump-debates-2024-biden

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‘New Competition’? It’s protectionism with an industry policy veneer: Australia is about to join the protectionist wave sweeping through major economies with its ...

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US to reduce licensing by 80% for UK, Australia to boost AUKUS: The U.S. Commerce Department is scaling back export control requirements for Australia and the ...

reuters.com/world/us-reduce-licensing-by-80-uk-australia-boost-aukus-2024-04-18/

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Australia news LIVE: Assange extradition draws closer as US offers UK assurances; Labor defence spending plan released today

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Welcome to the Age of Technofeudalism: In Yanis Varoufakis’ latest book, the former Greek finance minister argues that companies like Apple and Meta have treated ...

Quick Glance: The Era of Digital Feudalism

In his latest book, Yanis Varoufakis argues that technology giants like Apple and Meta treat their users as modern-day serfs.

Varoufakis describes a new economic system where companies like Apple, Facebook, and Amazon have significantly reshaped the economic landscape.

He explains how companies like Facebook and Amazon create digital fiefs based on attention and free labor.

The importance of the Digital Feudalism debate for democracy is emphasized, with proposals such as a cloud tax and interoperability to mitigate the influence of technology giants.

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Sydney mall stabbing: France’s ‘Bollard Man’ gains Australian residency for confronting killer, thanks to PM Albanese

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Apr 10

U.S. voters take Trump's hush money charges seriously: Poll: 64% of registered voters described the charges as at least "somewhat serious."

axios.com/2024/04/10/trump-hush-money-voters-poll

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Apr 13

Question all of Australia is asking: NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb has declared the Westfield Bondi Junction attack is unlikely to be terrorism related as ...

news.com.au/national/was-this-a-terrorist-attack-question-all-of-australia-is-asking/news-story/779c4eb8cc34895e2923cf59343c5a62

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Five stabbed dead by a terrorist in a Sydney mall: The terrorist was shot dead by police; the Westfield Bondi Junction shopping center is located in a known ...

i24news.tv/en/news/international/asia-pacific/artc-australia-declares-a-suspected-terror-attack-in-sydney-a-major-incident

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Apr 13

Christopher Luxon readies for 'full-on' Southeast Asia tour: Christopher Luxon is determined to prove the scoffers wrong in his promise to "raise the energy" of ...

rnz.co.nz/news/political/514211/christopher-luxon-readies-for-full-on-southeast-asia-tour

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Apr 17

Senate Kills GOP’s Push to Impeach DHS Secretary Mayorkas: The Senate voted 51-49 that two impeachment articles House Republicans brought against DHS Secretary ...

rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/alejandro-mayorkas-impeachment-articles-voted-down-senate-1235006230/

Quick Glance: Senate's Decision on Impeachment Charges Against Mayorkas

The Senate rejected the impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, halting the House Republicans' effort to impeach the Cabinet secretary over his management of the US-Mexico border.

With Democrats contending that the articles were unconstitutional, senators voted to dismiss both impeachment charges and conclude the trial.

Senate Republicans had called for a full impeachment trial after the House narrowly voted in February to impeach Mayorkas for his border actions.

Republicans argued that President Joe Biden was ineffective at the border, while Democrats suggested accepting a bipartisan Senate compromise instead of impeaching Mayorkas to reduce illegal immigrants.

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Apr 11

Hamas leader says no change in truce position after sons killed: Talks mediated by the United States, Egypt and Qatar have been ongoing since Sunday

mg.co.za/world/2024-04-11-hamas-leader-says-no-change-in-truce-position-after-sons-killed/

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Apr 09

Trump is just days from his first criminal trial after latest legal gambit fails: Donald Trump is close to running out of time in his last-ditch bid to stave off ...

cnn.com/2024/04/08/politics/trump-criminal-trial-nears-analysis/

Quick Glance: Path to Victory: Trump's NY Hush Money Trial

The first criminal trial of any former president began with extortion, Trump should aim for an acquittal.

Charges do not concern misconduct in settling hush money with Daniels, but entering payments to conceal another crime.

The burden of proof for criminal intent is high, requiring proof for two layers of specific intent to convict Trump.

A legal maneuver could allow Trump to dismiss his defense team and recruit a new team to potentially secure his case.

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Apr 10

Democrats nervous Trump wooing centrists from Biden: Democrats are growing increasingly nervous that former President Trump will woo centrist voters away from ...

thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4583813-democrats-nervous-trump-wooing-centrists-from-biden/

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Apr 08

Australian elite seek to divert Russia’s $9b ‘dirty money’ to Ukraine: The group, including former prime ministers, business, union and military leaders ...

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Apr 18

Funding Australia’s renewable transition isn’t ‘picking winners’ – it’s securing our future

theguardian.com/business/grogonomics/2024/apr/18/funding-australias-renewable-transition-isnt-picking-winners-its-securing-our-future

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Apr 08

Justin Trudeau is beset by a divided party and an angry electorate: After almost a decade in power, Canada’s prime minister looks beleaguered

economist.com/the-americas/2024/04/04/justin-trudeau-is-beset-by-a-divided-party-and-an-angry-electorate

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Apr 10

Ted Cruz angles for a bipartisan rebrand: Cruz rose to fame as a right-wing fighter, but he hopes to highlight his unsung accomplishments as he faces Rep ...

texastribune.org/2024/04/10/ted-cruz-bipartisan-senate-reelection/

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Apr 16

New Hybrid PAC looks to help naturalized citizens, Muslim candidates run for federal office

thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4596326-new-hybrid-pac-looks-to-help-naturalized-citizens-muslim-candidates-run-for-federal-office/

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Apr 14

RFK Jr. anxiety rises among Senate Democrats: Senators in both parties are warning that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may end up tipping the presidential election to ...

thehill.com/homenews/senate/4591164-rfk-jr-anxiety-rises-among-senate-democrats/

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ABC

abc.net.au/news/2024-04-12/albanese-government-no-longer-cautious/103698292

Apr 11

Anthony Albanese's government can't be accused of excessive caution any longer: Anthony Albanese's government is defining itself by robust stances ...

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Apr 09

Expect more joint South China Sea patrols, US says ahead of summits with allies: More joint patrols can be expected in the South China Sea after drills by the ...

reuters.com/world/expect-more-joint-south-china-sea-patrols-us-says-ahead-summits-with-allies-2024-04-09/

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NPR

npr.org/2024/04/14/1242051595/trump-arizona-mormon-lds-republican-voters

Apr 14

These Mormon women are rejecting Trump, fraying GOP support in a key state: In this swing state, every voting bloc can make a difference. That includes Maricopa ...

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Apr 09

The Memo: Trump bets anti-abortion evangelicals have no choice but to back him: Former President Trump tried to thread the needle on abortion on Monday — with ...

thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4581767-the-memo-trump-bets-anti-abortion-evangelicals-have-no-choice-but-to-back-him/

Quick Glance: Arizona Republicans Block Efforts to Repeal 1864 Abortion Ban

Democratic bills to repeal a 160-year-old abortion ban were blocked in the Legislature.

Arizona's highest court decision upholding a 1864 abortion ban caused chaos and confusion.

Democrats aimed to repeal the ban to protect women's health, facing hurdles in the Republican-controlled legislature.

The uncertainty loomed over whether Republican leaders would allow immediate action on repealing the ban, despite pressure from Democrats and some Republicans.

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Apr 14

Biden wins Alaska Democratic primary: President Biden has won the Alaska Democratic presidential primary, according to a projection from Decision Desk HQ ...

thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4591112-biden-wins-alaska-democratic-primary/

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smh.com.au/cbd/tony-abbott-takes-on-the-liberals-women-problem-20240407-p5fhzt.html

Apr 08

Tony Abbott takes on the Liberals’ women problem: The former prime minister says he wants his party to pick more women, yet last month he backed a conservative ...

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Apr 10

China labels US comments on Taiwan and AUKUS 'dangerous': China's government on Wednesday labelled as "dangerous" comments by a senior U.S ...

reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/china-says-us-comments-taiwan-aukus-are-dangerous-2024-04-10/

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Apr 07

Trump protest vote warnings: In the key battleground of Wisconsin on Tuesday, 20.8% of GOP voters cast a ballot for a candidate other than Trump.

axios.com/2024/04/07/trump-biden-protest-vote-2024

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Apr 10

Australia tightens ‘hit and miss’ merger rules amid fears of reduced competition: Treasurer Jim Chalmers warns economy is not ‘competitive enough as it stands’

ft.com/content/1656c220-198f-46a9-854b-0e298d276a19

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Apr 14

Cook byelection: Liberal candidate Simon Kennedy wins Scott Morrison’s former seat

theguardian.com/australia-news/2024/apr/14/cook-byelection-liberal-candidate-simon-kennedy-wins-scott-morrisons-former-seat

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Apr 14

Family mourns 'beautiful mother' killed in Sydney mall stabbing: Young Sydney mother Ashlee Good, who cradled her nine-month old daughter Harriet ...

reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/tributes-flow-6-victims-killed-australia-mall-stabbing-2024-04-14/

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smh.com.au/politics/federal/the-pm-has-a-grand-plan-for-your-future-will-it-be-a-utopia-20240412-p5fjb0.html

Apr 12

The PM has a grand plan for your future. Will it be a Utopia?: Australian companies welcomed Albanese’s Made in Australia policy this week ...

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Apr 08

US, UK, Australia consider Japan's cooperation in AUKUS security pact: Britain, the U.S. and Australia said on Monday they are considering working with Japan ...

reuters.com/world/us-uk-australia-considering-cooperation-with-japan-aukus-pact-2024-04-08/

Quick Glance: US, UK, Australia Consider Japan's Cooperation in AUKUS Security Pact

The USA, UK, and Australia are considering collaborating with Japan under the AUKUS security pact to counter China's power in the Indo-Pacific region.

Consultations on future cooperation between AUKUS partners and other nations, including Japan, are set to commence this year.

Obstacles remain for Japan's potential involvement in advanced AUKUS projects, such as the need for improved cyber defenses and stricter rules for safeguarding secrets, despite its strong defense partnerships with the three countries.

The AUKUS security pact, formed in 2021, aims to push back against China's influence, with one pillar focusing on delivering advanced technologies and capabilities in areas like quantum computing and artificial intelligence.

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smh.com.au/politics/federal/liberal-party-needs-more-women-mps-tony-abbott-20240405-p5fhml.html

Apr 05

Liberal Party needs more women MPs: Tony Abbott: Former prime minister Abbott, who has a chequered history on gender relations, rejected quotas for the Liberal ...