2026 Political Year So Far: Australian Politics Podcast
The Guardian's Australian Politics Podcast reviews the key political events of 2026 so far, including leadership tensions, policy debates, and election speculation.
Category : Brexit Impact
Nations Championship: North vs South clash raises welfare concerns
The new Nations Championship begins with six matches from Cardiff to Córdoba, but player welfare takes a back seat as Fiji and Wales face punishing itineraries.
EU warns Albania over Kushner-backed resort plans
Albania's EU accession talks are at risk if it proceeds with a €1.4bn luxury resort backed by Jared Kushner, violating EU environmental policy, warns MEP Tineke Strik.
Trump refuses USMCA renewal, opts for annual reviews
Trump refused to renew the USMCA trade pact, choosing annual reviews over a 16-year extension, citing US trade deficits with Canada and Mexico.
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eSafety Commissioner Testifies on X Gore Content at Antisemitism Inquiry
Australia's eSafety commissioner Julie Inman Grant told the antisemitism royal commission that X fights to distribute and monetise gore, highlighting the Bondi attack footage battle.
WHO Declares Hantavirus Outbreak Over
WHO declares hantavirus outbreak linked to cruise ship over after last contact completes quarantine. 13 infected, 3 killed.
Tuchel: Fifa rule puts England at huge disadvantage
Thomas Tuchel says England face a 'huge' disadvantage in Mexico City's altitude due to a Fifa rule blocking last-minute arrival, as Declan Rice battles nerve pain.
England fans demand bank holiday for World Cup match
England fans are calling for a bank holiday on Monday after the Three Lions' 1am kick-off against Mexico, following Scotland's precedent.
Salzburg bans tourist cars from historic centre this summer
Salzburg enforces a summer ban on tourist vehicles entering its historic old town to reduce gridlock, with fines up to €80 and a park-and-ride offer at €7.50 for five people.
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EU car industry urges UK exemption from 'made in Europe' rules
The European Automobile Manufacturers Association (Acea) calls for the UK to be exempt from new 'made in Europe' rules that could shut out British manufacturers from their biggest export market.
Zelenskyy: EU must keep promises on Ukraine accession
President Zelenskyy urges EU to open more accession clusters and tighten rules on Russia, emphasizing promise-keeping during Ireland's presidency.
School phone bans punitive, UCL study finds
A UCL report warns that outright smartphone bans in schools are 'overly simplistic' and may have unintended negative consequences, as 75% of pupils disagree with blanket bans.
29 holiday destinations with new entry fee for Brits
British passport holders will soon need to pay a €20 ETIAS fee to visit 29 European countries, with the system launching in late 2026 and becoming compulsory in 2027.
Father and son rescued alive 4 days after Venezuela earthquakes
A father and his teenage son were found alive under rubble in Venezuela nearly four days after twin earthquakes, as death toll exceeds 1,450.
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Europe heatwave: will it spark climate action or boost sceptics?
Last week's heatwave affected 150 million Europeans and killed thousands, but could paradoxically boost far-right climate-sceptic parties, says Guardian correspondent.
Clarke: Scotland exit planned if World Cup went badly
Steve Clarke stepped down as Scotland head coach after World Cup group exit, saying the decision was easy as he had always planned to leave if the tournament did not go well.
Iran blocks Oman's Hormuz route, deepening strait crisis
Iran attacked a ship using a southern route through the Strait of Hormuz proposed by Oman and the IMO, forcing the plan's abandonment and escalating tensions.
Trump claims Iran agreed to peace talks in Doha
Donald Trump says Iran has agreed to hold talks in Doha on Tuesday after US and Iranian forces exchanged fire in the strait of Hormuz, threatening a ceasefire deal.
Venezuela Hit by Aftershock After Deadly Quakes
A strong aftershock hit Venezuela days after twin earthquakes killed at least 1,450 people, with tens of thousands still missing, according to reports.
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Brexit Trade Deals Threaten British Farming, Farmers Warn
British farmers face income collapse as post-Brexit trade deals flood UK market with cheaper imports, threatening domestic food production and food security.
Australia Doubles Social Media Ban Penalty to $99m
Australia will double penalties for breaches of its under-16 social media ban to $99m, citing insufficient action by tech giants. Over 5m accounts removed since December.
Brexit and Electoral System Blamed for Starmer's Fall
Readers respond to Rafael Behr's article on Brexit's curse, arguing that economic factors and the electoral system, not just nationalism, caused Keir Starmer's resignation.
Brexit scorecard 10 years on: 55% would rejoin EU
A decade after the Brexit referendum, a new poll shows 55% of Britons would vote to rejoin the EU, with only 32% backing leaving. Our scorecard rates 10 key promises.
Zelenskyy announces 40-day operation to influence Russia
Zelenskyy declares 40-day blitz against Russian targets; drone strikes hit oil refineries in Ufa and Krasnodar; Crimea power outages worsen after Sevastopol blackout.
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Brexit 10 Years On: Oral History Podcast Reflects on EU Exit Vote
Marking 10 years since the UK voted to leave the EU, a new podcast oral history features key players from both sides, examining the referendum that reshaped the nation.
Judge blocks Trump's mail-in voting restrictions
A federal judge in Boston blocked the Trump administration's plan to deny mail-in ballots to states that don't share voter rolls, ruling the executive order unconstitutional.
Iran rejects UN plan to free ships in Hormuz Strait
Iran has rejected a UN-backed proposal for mass evacuation of ships through the Strait of Hormuz, backed by Oman, creating new threats to free passage and damaging Saudi-led normalisation efforts.
Fifa bans Merlín the duck from Mexico World Cup match
Merlín the duck, Mexico's World Cup mascot, was barred from El Tri's match against Czechia due to Fifa regulations prohibiting animals in venues for their safety.
Cambridge South station opens: explore hidden gems car-free
Cambridge South station opens on 28 June, offering access to wild swimming, art trails, and nature reserves. Discover the city's lesser-known treasures sustainably.
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Brexit's Blow to UK Fund Management
Brexit has caused UK fund managers to lose over €1 trillion in assets as firms relocate operations to the EU, new data shows.
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