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ANU buys Israeli arms shares despite ethical pledge

The Australian National University faces backlash after investing in Israeli weapons manufacturer Elbit Systems, directly contradicting its public commitment to divest from controversial arms companies.

Australia's Free Solar Power Scheme to Cut Household Bills

Groundbreaking government initiative will provide free solar installations to thousands of Australian homes, offering significant relief from soaring electricity costs while accelerating the nation's renewable energy transition.

Liberal MPs fear city voter exodus over climate policy

Exclusive: Conservative MPs fear electoral wipeout in urban seats as internal polling shows voters deserting the party over its net zero stance. Party divisions deepen as moderates push for climate policy U-turn.

Half Yours Wins Dramatic Melbourne Cup 2025

Jockey Jamie Melham guides Half Yours to stunning Melbourne Cup triumph in one of the closest finishes in the race's legendary history. The six-year-old gelding defied expectations in Australia's most prestigious horse racing event.

Australia's Child Protection Crisis Exposed

An alarming investigation reveals how Australia is systematically failing its children through regressive policies, childcare scandals, and punitive approaches that undermine their future.

FBI fires Kash Patel over government jet misuse scandal

The FBI has fired controversial top official Kash Patel after an internal investigation uncovered his repeated misuse of government jets for personal travel, sparking fresh concerns about accountability within the agency.

Teal voters favour Coalition over One Nation

New polling reveals teal voters are significantly more likely to preference the Coalition over One Nation, marking a dramatic realignment in Australia's political landscape ahead of the next federal election.

Tax Office pays private debt collector £42m

The Australian Taxation Office has paid debt recovery firm RecoveriesCorp over £42 million to chase unpaid taxes, raising serious questions about outsourcing public debt collection to private contractors.

Streaming Wars: Netflix's Frankenstein Sparks Content Battle

The battle for streaming dominance reaches new heights as Netflix's surprise hit 'The Materialists' triggers a content arms race, with Amazon and Apple TV+ aggressively pursuing rival productions in what industry insiders are calling the most competitive

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