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Australian shares extended their losing streak, with the ASX200 down 0.6% to a three-week low and ten of eleven sectors finishing in the red, even as US markets hit fresh records. Utilities led the decline, with Origin Energy tumbling, while a lift in oil prices and a rebound in lithium miners offered some support. For a closer look at the day’s moves and what’s driving the divergence with Wall St...

The federal government is being urged to invest for the wellbeing of adolescent girls, as the war in the Middle East continues to impact vulnerable communities across Asia Pacific. Despite adolescent girls making up nine per cent of the global population, experts say less than one per cent of aid in the world goes towards supporting them.

Pope Leo has now returned to Rome after his four-nation African tour that bore witness to the continent's colonial past. The trip focused on faith, social cohesion and human dignity.

It's 30 years today since 35 people died and dozens more were injured in a shooting at Port Arthur, in southern Tasmania. The tragedy led to a mass buyback of more than half-a-million guns and other reforms to gun ownership. Advocates for control say more needs to be done in 2026 to limit the number of guns in the community, but shooters say they feel unfairly treated.

The ASX slips to a three week low ahead of a pivotal week for global markets, with Raymond Chan from Morgans breaking down what to watch as central banks meet, US tech giants report earnings and fresh inflation data lands. At the same time, the countdown to tax time begins, with Assistant Commissioner Anita Challen outlining the ATO’s focus on work related deductions, side hustles and misleading a...

Investigations continue into a major security breach at the White House Press Correspondents dinner, with the suspect due to appear in court. A manifesto allegedly written by Cole Tomas Allen has shed some light on his potential motives, including anger at the Trump Administration. United States President Donald Trump says the incident demonstrates the need to build his controversial ballroom at t...

The Australian Government has pledged $1.2 billion in defence spending, with $750 million going towards the production of 268 new Bushmaster protected mobility vehicles in Bendigo. Following the National Defence Strategy, Defence Minister Richard Marles says the production will bolster Australia's mobile and agile defence capabilities.

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has met with his Moldovan counterpart in Kyiv, as the world marks the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster- and draws stark contrasts with the current state of play in Europe.

Talks between the U-S and Iran have broken down after U-S President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that he was cancelling his envoy's trip to Pakistan. Iran has also ruled out direct talks with the US, questioning their commitment to a diplomatic solution, as they call for an end to Israel's strikes on Lebanon. Meanwhile, a small proportion of Palestinians have cast their votes in the first elec...

A paediatrician says misinformation about childhood vaccines coming out of the United States has led to a huge spike in vaccine hesitancy in Australia in the past year. Professor Margie Danchin from the Murdoch Children's Research Institute says the latest figures show Australia has the lowest vaccine coverage for children under 5 in more than a decade, with the rates falling each year since 2020....

A man armed with a shotgun, a handgun and multiple knives is in custody after charging through a security checkpoint at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington. US President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump and several members of his cabinet were attending the event in the ballroom of the Hilton hotel and were quickly evacuated by the Secret Service just after gunfire broke out.

The war in the Middle East has impacted the cost of living in Australia, affecting communities across the country. Representatives for migrant and refugee communities are concerned needs are not adequately being addressed however, as economic and mental health impacts combine.

As the crew of the successful Artemis II mission readjusts to life on Earth, a new study suggests astronauts may encounter an unexpected difference after life in space. Research shows the brain’s memory of gravity affects how astronauts grip in space and how quickly they readjust after returning home.

Australians have marked Anzac Day across the country and in Gallipoli with ceremonies remembering those who have served. Despite the solemnity of the occasion, dawn services in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth have been marred by heckling. Veterans’ groups and political leaders condemned the incidents as a disrespectful violation of Anzac Day.

[[WARNING: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should exercise caution when listening to this audio as it contains names and images of deceased persons, which may cause distress to members of these communities.]] Since the First World War, Indigenous men and women have served in Australia's defence forces, despite the government's refusal to recognise their rights. NITV Radio's Kerri-Lee...

A chain of specialty tea bars founded by a military veteran is expanding rapidly. Ambi's Chai serves tea blended with exotic spices - and its founder is proud his cafes are bringing communities closer.

The ASX200 edged lower by 0.1 per cent, capping a weekly fall of 1.8 per cent, as global markets pulled back from record highs and investors turned their attention to upcoming tech earnings, with Tony Sycamore from IG Markets unpacking what’s ahead. Meanwhile, new data from ASIC reveals a growing number of young Australians are turning to AI platforms, social media and so-called finfluencers for f...

Donald Trump has announced a three-week extension to the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon during a press conference at the White House. He says he hopes more leadership-level talks will take place over coming weeks, as he seeks to bring the broader conflict with Iran to a close.

Analog devices are making a comeback with the most tech-savvy, plugged in generation of all time - Gen Z. Why are Gen Z using tech from a time they don't remember?

Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains at a virtual standstill with President Trump ordering US forces to 'shoot and kill' Iranian vessels laying mines in the Strait. The US military says it seized another tanker associated with smuggling Iranian oil in the Indian Ocean. The U.S. and Iran had declared the Strait open on Friday April 17 but Iran reimposed control on Saturday. Tehran...

The ASX slipped 0.6 per cent amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Gulf, with losses led by materials and the big banks, while energy stocks climbed on a surge in oil prices. Against that backdrop, a sharp shift in the jobs market is emerging, with SEEK reporting a 75 per cent rise in advertised roles mentioning AI skills.

The lion's share of attention this week has been on the National Disability Insurance Scheme, with the federal government announcing cuts that it's estimated will see tens of thousands removed from the scheme. But there have also been developments in aged care too- the federal government has now reversed its policy on the funding for showering after a mass of complaints from residents, families, a...

Confusion deepens on the Strait of Hormuz as President Trump extends the ceasefire with Iran. Another truce hangs in the balance with Israel and Hezbollah trading accusations - while thousands of Israeli troops draw a line in southern Lebanon. Plus, Japan loosens its long-standing arms export restrictions and world leaders flex their fitness credentials.

Iran has seized two ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz. It says it won't reopen the crucial waterway while a US blockade of its vessels and ports remains in place.

Ceasefire talks between the US and Iran seem to be on hold. Pakistan had planned to host a second round of talks, but the White House suspended Vice President JD Vance’s planned trip to Islamabad - as Iran rebuffed efforts to restart negotiations. Pakistani officials say authorities will keep security arrangements in place in Islamabad in case US and Iranian delegations ultimately arrive. Speaking...