Bessent’s bond boost: 24 hours; $40T headache endures
The US Treasury managed to push long-term borrowing costs lower last week. The relief lasted barely a day.
That rapid reversal has sharpened questions over...
Taylor pledges stronger India ties on Independence Day
Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has marked Indian Independence Day with a pledge to strengthen Australia’s relationship with India, paying tribute to the country’s independence...
India turns 80 as Albanese hails its remarkable rise
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has marked India’s 80th Independence Day by paying tribute to the country’s transformation since 1947 and the growing role of...
‘Free him now’: Global scholars rally behind Shincheonji founder
A group of European scholars and human rights advocates has called on the South Korean government to release Shincheonji founder Lee Man-hee from pre-trial...
Australia boosts Fiji HIV response with FJ$23.5m package
Australia will provide an additional FJ$23.5 million to help Fiji respond to its HIV outbreak, with Foreign Minister Penny Wong linking the funding to...
Oil markets defy conflict fears as analysts question risk of price spike
Oil markets have remained unexpectedly steady despite renewed tensions in the Middle East, with some analysts arguing that current prices reflect limits to further...
Perth to host Australian American Leadership Dialogue in 2027
Perth will host the Australian American Leadership Dialogue (AALD) for the first time in 2027, bringing senior Australian and United States leaders together to...
Thousands expected in Los Angeles for global Kriya Yoga gathering
Thousands of people from around the world are expected to gather in Los Angeles next month for the 2026 Self-Realization Fellowship World Convocation, a...
European scholars call for release of Shincheonji chairman Lee Man-hee
European scholars and human rights advocates have called on South Korean authorities to release Shincheonji Church of Jesus chairman Lee Man-hee, arguing that the...
UN rights body statement raises concerns over treatment of Shincheonji Church members
An international human rights organisation has called on governments to ensure decisions affecting members of the Shincheonji Church of Jesus are based on verifiable...