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Donald Trump spared jail and fines in hush money trial
Trump will be the first president to take office with a criminal conviction.
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Why a European town just banned its residents from getting sick
Residents have been ordered to ‘avoid contracting any illness that requires medical assistance’.
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Gateway to Australia’s democracy coming under attack ‘almost every day’
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Donald Trump cops big legal defeat
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Trump pays respects to former President Jimmy Carter despite history
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Trump won’t rule out force to take control of Greenland
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Dutton dismisses echoes of Trump in new campaign slogan: ‘Basic principles’
The opposition leader delivered a fiery address on Sunday, lashing the Labor government and declaring he wanted to get the country ‘back on track’.
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Dutton vows to restore Aussie dream, blasts ‘fearful’ Albanese at coalition rally
The opposition leader has talked up his working-class origins as he seeks to connect with voters ahead of the federal election.
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Gateway to Australia’s democracy coming under attack ‘almost every day’
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The big changes coming for Australians on January 1: Here’s what you need to know
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Minister put on spot over nuclear ‘scare’ campaign: ‘Are you saying people are going to die?’
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Trump won’t rule out force to take control of Greenland
One retired ambassador said the move would ‘make us no different than Vladimir Putin’.
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Canada’s embattled PM Justin Trudeau to step down
The departure of the beleaguered prime minister follows growing calls for his resignation from inside his own party.
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Canadian PM Justin Trudeau ‘set to announce resignation within days’
The news comes as polls show Trudeau’s party will be smashed in a looming election.
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South Korean MPs impeach acting president
South Korea's political crisis is threatening to intensify, amid fears it could trigger a new financial crisis.
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Racecourse corruption claims shot down by watchdog
An integrity watchdog has rejected allegations there was corrupt conduct involved in the NSW premier or others' dealings over plans to redevelop a racecourse.
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NSW about to make major pill testing announcement
Pill testing may soon be allowed at some NSW music festivals with the government expected to announce a trial in the coming weeks, 7NEWS understands.
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New restrictions on police firearms following alleged Paddington murders
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Tens of thousands of Aussie workers set to receive $1000 cost-of-living cash boost
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Confidential documents leaked as former MP set to front court
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John Pesutto’s last-ditch move to save his job as Liberal leader
John Pesutto is allowing MPs to vote remotely over the future of the party’s leadership.
Exiled MP Moira Deeming set to return to fold after leader's backflip
Victorian Liberal leader John Pesutto has succumbed to internal pressure and will move to readmit expelled MP Moira Deeming, days after voting to keep her out.
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History created with new treasurer's appointment in Victoria
They will take over the role from Tim Pallas, who served for a decade.
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Victorian Treasurer resigns amid scrutiny over state debt
Tim Pallas is one of Victoria’s longest serving treasurers, spending a decade in the job and 18 years in politics.
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‘You’re talking to a pregnant woman’: 7NEWS anchor debates Katter on issue that divided state
Robbie Katter and Sarah Greenhalgh have gone head-to-head over the election issue that divided Queensland as votes continue to be counted.
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Labor on skids as it loses majority in Queensland
Counting in the Queensland election has shown swings to the Liberal National Party in some key seats and surprises in others.
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Labor looks set for election defeat - but Queensland loves a surprise
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Early voting to begin in Queensland as premier promises free school lunches
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Battle lines drawn as Queensland election campaign officially begins
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SA deputy Liberal leader to quit politics
It’s the latest blow to the party, which has struggled through two recent by-election losses.
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The shining stars of team ‘Perfect Pete’ and the Libs in dire need of help
The Liberals are staring down a thumping defeat in 2026 if they don’t make up some ground. But some of ‘Perfect Pete’s’ team also have work to do. Welcome to SA’s definitive politics report card for 2024.
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Australia’s first Indigenous Voice to Parliament delivers historic address
‘We seek to advise on law and policies in a way that empowers us. If this is done, our children flourish.’
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Ex-Liberal leader quits parliament amid drugs charges
Former South Australian Liberal leader David Speirs has officially quit politics.
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Major change to abortion rights in one Aussie state
The changes will give residents in that jurisdiction the same rights enjoyed by those living in the rest of the country.
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‘Kindest soul’: Man allegedly murdered in petrol station attack remembered
Atbin Razavianroudbarden was allegedly struck with a machete while at the 7-Eleven.
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Australia’s nang capital has been revealed - and it’s cracking down on the deadly bulbs
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Palmer and McGowan both lose defamation battle, but WA premier had reputation ‘enhanced’
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Despite a ‘devastating’ US decision, this Aussie state won’t commit to removing abortion ‘hurdles’
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Thousands of Aussies set to score $250 cost-of-living payment
These workers will be eligible to receive a helping hand as economic pressures bite.
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Aussie jurisdiction to decriminalise ‘small amounts’ of illicit drugs
Those currently caught in possession of illegal drugs face up to two years in jail - but this bill could dramatically change that.
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Russian embassy package sent for analysis
Police will conduct further analysis on a suspicious package at the Russian embassy in Canberra after a second package was cleared as non-suspicious.
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Wild scenes as thousands of anti-vaccine mandate protestors swarm Canberra
Crowds of protesters marched on Parliament House on Saturday, shutting down streets around the capital and putting police on high alert.
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Greens notch historic upper house election victory
The win comes courtesy of a familiar face.
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Tasmania vote a lesson for federal Labor and Liberals
With a federal election looming, the major parties are looking to the Apple Isle for lessons with another hung parliament on the cards in Tasmania.
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Lambie leads thousands in rally against $715m AFL stadium: ‘Stick it up your bum’
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Next premier of Tasmania named following Peter Gutwein’s resignation
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Tasmanian premier quits with 'empty tank'
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Candidates hope NT voters heading to polls are independent thinkers
A swag of independent and Greens candidates could upset safe seats as polling day arrives in the Northern Territory.
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Teary NT chief minister resigns over shares scandal
Natasha Fyles has quit as Northern Territory chief minister after failing to declare a parcel of shares, as Labor looks to a new leader.
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Shocking footage shows moment ute driver appearing to attempt to mow down pedestrians in Darwin
The ute driver appears to speed down the street, heading directly toward a group of men.
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New Year’s tragedy as little boy dies after going missing in remote desert community
The boy’s family reported him missing to police after searching for him in the desert for several hours.
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