Tony Burke unveils immigration reforms to meet forecasts
Home affairs minister Tony Burke announced immigration reforms at the National Press Club to meet Labor's net overseas migration forecasts, addressing housing and temporary migrant policies.
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UK mulls new policies for 18-25 year olds as gen Z struggles
UK policymakers are exploring tailored support for 18-25 year olds as 43% of 25-year-olds live at home, with the Nuffield Foundation and IPPR leading research into the transition to adulthood.
Slovenia's 1992 Erasure: Blueprint for Remigration
In 1992, Slovenia deleted 25,000 citizens overnight, turning them into illegal immigrants. This bureaucratic terror now serves as a blueprint for Europe's remigration push.
India's voter purge hits Delhi's GB Road sex workers
India's electoral roll revision has excluded 33% of Delhi's electorate, disproportionately affecting sex workers in GB Road, where over 75% of registered workers were removed.
RBA's Bullock flags September rate hike as inflation stays high
RBA governor Michele Bullock says inflation is too high and upside risks are materialising, putting a fourth consecutive rate hike on the table at the September board meeting.
Sydney woman sentenced for killing abusive husband
Nirmeen Noufl, 55, sentenced to 12 more months in jail for killing and dismembering abusive husband Mamdouh in excessive self-defence; parole eligible October 2027.
Australia tightens student visa family rules
Australia proposes new visa rules barring international students from bringing family members, with exceptions for PhD and Pacific/Asean students, as part of broader migration plan.
Tony Burke outlines Labor's migration overhaul
Tony Burke announced changes to Australia's migration system to meet net overseas migration forecasts, addressing policy problems and rejecting claims that migrants cause the housing crisis.
ABC Forum Criticised Over Migration Panellist's Views
The ABC's migration forum included Conrad Gillard, who thanked the broadcaster for normalising net-negative immigration. His petition to cut migration to zero has nearly 30,000 signatures.
Family's abortion story: One Nation can't choose for us
A Sydney couple who terminated a pregnancy after a fatal genetic diagnosis speak out against One Nation's anti-abortion stance, defending parents' right to choose.
Burke defends immigration plan delay, blames Coalition
Home affairs minister Tony Burke defends Labor's immigration plan delay, blaming Coalition's 'appetite for legislation' and citing policy complexity.
Migrant Reforms Won't Raise Food Prices: Burke
Tony Burke rejects farming lobby claims that immigration reforms will increase food prices, citing faster backpacker visa processing as a positive for agriculture.
Alan Jones Trial: Complainant M Faces Jones in Court
In week 7 of Alan Jones's trial, complainant M, a former athlete, testified in the same room as Jones, alleging two non-consensual kisses.
Guardian Corrections: Film Location, Homophone Error, More
The Guardian issues corrections on a documentary's production credits, location, and a homophone mix-up in a rewilding article, plus other amendments.
EastEnders: Kat vows revenge as Max hides Zoe secret
Kat Slater threatens to kill Zoe's killer, unaware Max is guilty. New spoilers reveal Penny, Vinny, Suki, Ash, Priya, and Cindy drama.
Canada-EU Ties Deepen as Carney Defies Trump Tariff Threats
Canada's PM Mark Carney welcomes EU's associate membership proposal, defying Trump's tariff threats, as polls show most Canadians support closer ties with Europe.
Putney pusher probe continues after suspect's death
The Metropolitan Police says its investigation into the 'Putney pusher' remains ongoing after suspect Nicholas Brandram's death, as his family claims he took his own life due to police pressure.
Charles 'elated like lottery winner' after Diana's death: Earl Spencer
King Charles sounded 'giddily elated like a lottery winner' in a phone call after Princess Diana's death, her brother Earl Spencer claims in a new book, prompting a palace response.
Canada and EU Forge Closer Ties Despite Trump Tariff Threats
Canadian PM Mark Carney welcomed the EU's proposal for Canada to become its first 'associate member', despite Donald Trump's threats of 'very serious tariffs' on the plan.
Sadiq Khan should get bigger cut of London's income tax
Centre for Cities proposes replacing central grants with income and corporation tax sharing for mayors, giving London £237 per resident more control.
Kimmel: Trump's Job Worse Than Menendez Parenting
Jimmy Kimmel joked that Jose and Kitty Menendez parented better than Trump runs the country, as late-night hosts discussed midterm bribes and Hegseth's grooming standards.
Khan Replies in Urdu to Polanski's Campaign Video
Mayor Sadiq Khan responded in Urdu to Zack Polanski at Mayor's Question Time, referencing the Green leader's campaign video for Holborn and St Pancras.
Shrinking crew member sues Warner Bros over alleged groping
A former Shrinking assistant director is suing Warner Bros. TV, alleging director Randall Winston groped her and she was fired after reporting wage theft.
Mum missing 6 years identified after remains found in west London
Human remains found in a west London park have been confirmed as Joanne Sheen, a mum-of-three missing since 2019. A 56-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit murder.
US relies on Canadian minerals despite Trump's claims
Canada supplies $47bn in minerals to the US annually, including 60% of its aluminum. Trump exempted metals from tariffs, but Canadian leaders threaten export cuts.
Putney pusher suspect Nicholas Brandram found dead
Family of Nicholas Brandram, 44, found dead in Hounslow, insists he was not the 'Putney pusher' and blames Met Police investigation for his suicide.
Australia's New Migration Plan: Backpacker Ballot, Student Limits
Australia's new migration plan introduces a backpacker ballot, restricts student family visas, and adds detention for overstayers, as outlined by Tony Burke.
Apocalypse Stockpiling: My Three-Week Preparedness Report
Three weeks into the UK's Prepare campaign, columnist Emma Brockes admits her stockpile is meager—two tuna cans, sparkling water, and expired OxyContin—and questions the practicality of preparing for unknown threats.
Sydney agent says ChatGPT helped write Icac statement
Sydney estate agent Mohammad Abedin told Icac he used ChatGPT to draft a statement, denying it was written by councillor Sharangan Maheswaran, who faces blackmail allegations.
Man charged over anti-Muslim graffiti in East London
A 21-year-old man has been charged with five counts of racially and religiously-aggravated criminal damage after offensive graffiti was sprayed on mosques and a primary school in Leyton and Stratford.
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