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Dramatic escalationsCommentsMcGowan calls on Beijing to ‘calm down’ over Taiwan

Premier Mark McGowan believes China’s aggressive response to US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan ‘has been a bit over the top’ and called on Beijing to ‘calm down’.

Josh Zimmerman

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CHINA SYNDROMEComments
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Is tension with China past the point of no return?

Given its importance to our future, a lively debate on Australia’s relationship with China should be welcomed — but there is much to consider and a difficult balance to strike.

Andrew Hunter

Up LateVideoCommentsWhy everyone is interested in defending WA’s North West

In tonight’s show, as calls grow for more troops to be stationed in WA, Harvey reveals why the US, Britain, South Korea, Japan and even the Dutch have an interest in defending the North West.

Ben Harvey | Thu, August 4

The West Australian exclusive
The West Australian exclusive
Plea to PMVideoCommentsPremium
The West Australian exclusive
Family’s desperate last-ditch bid to bring Assange home

The family of Julian Assange have requested a meeting with the Prime Minister in the desperate hope a deal can be secured with the US and Britain to bring the Australian whistleblower home.

Kimberley Caines

sold out event Ukraine president to address Canberra students

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will dial into Canberra for a second time this year to share his nation’s experiences of an unprovoked invasion by Russia and request more support from Australia.

Kimberley Caines

‘Threat to peace’CommentsPelosi’s Taiwan visit prompts furious response from China

US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi has arrived in Taiwan as China's Government says her visit seriously damages peace and stability in the region.

Staff Writers

Key assassinationTerrorist boss killed in covert US drone strike

Al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri has been killed in a CIA drone strike in Afghanistan, US officials say, in the biggest blow to the militant group since its founder Osama bin Laden was killed in 2011.

Staff Writers

Rumours swirlVideoCommentsPremiumPutin brags about hypersonic missiles amid health fears

A limping Vladimir Putin who appeared unable to use an arm has laid out a concerning Maritime Doctrine, claiming Russia could hit enemies ‘on our country’s frontiers and in any part of the world ocean’. 

Mail Foreign Service

‘Extraordinary’ situation VideoCommentsWHO declares monkeypox a global emergency

The World Health Organisation has declared the monkeypox outbreak in more than 70 countries a global emergency.

Banned from entryCommentsPremiumWA Governor Chris Dawson added to Russia’s blacklist

WA’s new Governor Chris Dawson and Minister Bill Johnston are among 39 people added to Russia’s blacklist of Australians. The move is retaliation for Australian sanctions against Russia over Ukraine invasion

John Flint

Coronavirus (COVID-19)VideoPremiumBiden 'well' after positive COVID-19 test

US President Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID-19 and is experiencing "very mild symptoms", the White House says.

Staff Writers

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‘No link’CommentsPremium
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Federal cops rule out security boost after Shinzo Abe murder

The Australian Federal Police have ruled out ramping up security for high-profile politicians in Australia after finding no link to the death of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.

Kimberley Caines

Leadership battle PremiumUK PM contenders to clash in second debate

With no clear candidate to succeed outgoing Prime Minister Boris Johnson, the battle to be the next leader remains unpredictable and increasingly fractious.

Michael Holden

PoliticsPremiumBiden confronts Saudi prince on Khashoggi

US President Joe Biden has met with Saudi King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, confronting the latter over the 2018 murder of Jamal Khashoggi.

Steve Holland, Aziz El Yaakoubi, Maha El Dahan and Jarrett Renshaw

‘She was a survivor’VideoCommentsPremiumDonald Trump mourns ex-wife Ivana’s death

Ivana Trump has died in New York City at the age of 73, her family has announced.

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Out of office CommentsPremiumPM heads to Fiji despite cost of living, COVID cases rising

The Prime Minister and at least four members of his senior leadership team will be out of the country this week, as a new wave of Omicron hits the country and cost-of-living pressures continue to hurt families.

Kimberley Caines

‘Terrible news’ CommentsPremiumEx-Japanese PM Shinzo Abe a ‘wonderful friend of Australia’

Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has been labelled a ‘wonderful friend of Australia’ – and WA in particular – by one of the West Australians who knew him best.

Josh Zimmerman

‘Wise friend’VideoPremium‘SHOCKING’: Aussie leaders appalled at Abe horror shooting

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Scott Morrison and Kevin Rudd have told of their shock at the shooting of former Japanese leader Shinzo Abe.

Kimberley Caines

‘Not fit’ CommentsPremiumBoris Johnson resigns as PM amid government crisis

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has resigned as Conservative leader after more than 50 ministers quit his government in less than 48 hours saying they had lost confidence in him.

British rebellionVideoPremiumBoris Johnson clings to power as pressure mounts to quit

Despite more than 40 resignations from within the Government and open rebellion from senior MPs, British PM Boris Johnson continues to defy pressure to quit.

Elizabeth Piper, Kate Holton and Alistair Smout

‘Airbus Albo’VideoCommentsPremiumPM defends visit to Ukraine visit during flood disaster

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has responded to criticism for travelling to war-torn Ukraine during the deadly flood disaster in NSW as conditions in the State worsen.

Kimberley Caines

Military aidVideoAlbo pledges $100m to Ukraine during historic visit

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced more sanctions on Russia and military aid for Ukraine during a high security visit to the war-torn country.

Tess Ikonomou and pool reporter

RAAF warningCommentsBeijing hits back at Australia over ‘risky’ military flight

Beijing has put Australia on notice for flying in disputed areas of the South China Sea in the first week of the Albanese’s Government, warning ‘those who come uninvited shall bear the consequences’.

Kimberley Caines

‘KABOOM!’VideoCommentsPremiumRussia abandons Snake Island to Ukraine

Russia has pulled back its forces from Snake Island in the Black Sea in what it says is a ‘gesture of goodwill’ while Ukraine said it had forced them out.

Staff Writers