Et tu, Ben? For all its drama, Allan’s exit follows a classic script
Of course Jacinta Allan resigned at the last moment. She had been around long enough to know the score.
· Tony Wright
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Netanyahu in the White House: What’s on the agenda and what’s next?
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has arrived in Washington, DC, and will visit the White House on Tuesday, with the war on Iran topping the agenda.
· Priyanka Shankar
S. Korea's 1st investment project in U.S. said to be power plant
SEOUL, July 28 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's first project for investment in the United States under a bilateral trade deal is likely to be a power plant, government sources said Tuesday.
· Park Sang-soo
How Ben Carroll became premier – and the monumental task ahead
A royal commission into the construction sector will be Ben Carroll’s first act as premier and he will consider alterations to the Suburban Rail Loop, using his elevation to pursue a major reset of the Labor government and attempt to reverse its ailing electoral fortunes.
· Kieran Rooney, Patrick Hatch, Angus Delaney
Treasury yields edge lower ahead of Fed rates decision as oil prices tumble
U.S. Treasury yields continued to retreat on Tuesday as traders await this week's Federal Reserve interest rate decision, while the ongoing pause in U.S.-Iran hostilities sent oil prices lower, raising hopes of a more sustainable ceasefire arrangement.
· Hugh Leask
White phosphorus leaks at US air base in Pyeongtaek
Staff reporter at The Korea Herald’s National Desk, based in Seoul. Covers South Korea’s national security and foreign policy, with a focus on the Defense, Foreign and Unification Ministries, as well as the National Assembly.Before entering journalism, served as an Air Force officer. Experience includes providing tr…
· Hwang Joo-young
Philippines seeks coders, hackers for military – will it be ‘a career killer’?
Manila has to offer tech professionals competitive salaries and a good career path without the administrative burden, analysts warn
· Jeoffrey Maitem
Philippines seeks coders, hackers for military – will it be ‘a career killer’?
Manila has to offer tech professionals competitive salaries and a good career path without the administrative burden, analysts warn
· Jeoffrey Maitem
After 48 hours of acrimony, Ben Carroll’s U-turn for the ages needs to set Victoria on a new course
The newly minted premier must convince voters that he doesn’t represent more of the same
· Benita Kolovos
China’s state banks set to profit from early CXMT equity bets amid national tech drive
CCB holds the largest CXMT stake among the five banks at 1.714 per cent while BoC owns the smallest position at 0.38 per cent
· Emma Ma
China’s state banks set to profit from early CXMT equity bets amid national tech drive
CCB holds the largest CXMT stake among the five banks at 1.714 per cent while BoC owns the smallest position at 0.38 per cent
· Emma Ma
Federal Judges Chastise Trump’s Justice Department for “Unlawful,” “Unethical” and “Unseemly” Conduct
Across the country, federal judges are calling out Department of Justice lawyers, questioning in unprecedented ways whether they can be trusted to tell the truth or uphold centuries-old legal norms.
· J. David McSwane, Pratheek Rebala, and Carla Astudillo
Ben Carroll named as Victoria's new premier
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DP leadership candidate calls for merger with Rebuilding Korea Party, again
The ruling Democratic Party of Korea's leadership candidate, Rep. Jung Chung-rae, called Tuesday for a merger he said would be essential to strengthening the liberal bloc before the next major elections.
· Cha Min-jung
Malaysia’s ‘mobile electorate’ could swing Negeri Sembilan state poll
Increasingly urbanised and immune to local patronage, young voters lured away by better pay could decide the vote’s outcome
· Ushar Daniele
Malaysia’s ‘mobile electorate’ could swing Negeri Sembilan state poll
Increasingly urbanised and immune to local patronage, young voters lured away by better pay could decide the vote’s outcome
· Ushar Daniele
Iraq launches probe after Saudi Arabia alleges drone attack originated from its territory | The National
Iraq's government has ordered an investigation into Saudi Arabia's claim that it intercepted drones launched from Iraqi territory, with Baghdad pledging legal action against those responsible and rejecting any use of the country as a launch pad for attacks.
· Sinan Mahmoud
Commonwealth settles workplace lawsuit brought by Fiona Brown in relation to Brittany Higgins allegations
The Commonwealth has settled a workplace lawsuit brought by former Liberal staffer Fiona Brown, avoiding a Federal Court trial that threatened to reopen the political fallout from the Brittany Higgins saga and place former prime minister Scott Morrison and his senior advisers under oath.
· Rob Harris
High Court begins hearing arguments on law freezing draft enforcement for haredi men
The High Court of Justice began hearing Tuesday morning arguments on a law whose legality is almost certainly decided.
· SARAH BEN-NUN
Japan registers magnitude 7.1 earthquake, government issues tsunami warning
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.1 struck Japan's Kumamoto prefecture on Tuesday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said.
· REUTERS
Four decades after Chernobyl, a generational divide reshapes Italy's nuclear debate
ROME — Four decades after the Chernobyl disaster spewed radiation across Europe and turned Italy off nuclear power, Premier Giorgia Meloni ’s government is laying the groundwork to bring it back as the country seeks to improve its energy security.
· Agence France-Presse
Firefighters progress in battle against Spain's wildfires
Firefighters in Spain made progress after a "positive night" against wildfires raging west of Madrid that have forced the evacuation of tens of thousands of people, Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska said Tuesday.
· The Local
Hong Kong steps up support as premium taxi fleets face driver shortage
More than 2,000 fleet taxis currently in service but number still falls short of government’s target of 3,500
· Cannix Yau
Hong Kong steps up support as premium taxi fleets face driver shortage
More than 2,000 fleet taxis currently in service but number still falls short of government’s target of 3,500
· Cannix Yau
Ben Carroll told us who he's not. Does he have time to prove who he is?
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· Richard Willingham
Why Lebanon cannot disarm Hezbollah without Nabih Berri | The National
In his meeting last week with President Donald Trump, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun went out of his way to defend Lebanon’s speaker of parliament, Nabih Berri. Mr Aoun underlined that “Berri is a man of state” from southern Lebanon, and he understood the magnitude of the destruction there. He wanted an end to the w…
· Michael Young
She should be running for Labor. Instead, Hannah Ferguson plans to oust the PM from his seat
Hannah Ferguson, 28, is no regular political candidate.
· Jacqueline Maley
Houthis mimick Iranian behaviour in Red Sea, says Yemeni Foreign Minister | The National
The Iran-backed Houthis are looking to replicate Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz by disrupting shipping in Bab Al Mandeb strait, Yemen's Foreign Minister has said.
· The National
Houthis mimic Iranian behaviour in Red Sea, says Yemeni Foreign Minister | The National
The Iran-backed Houthis are looking to replicate Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz by disrupting shipping in Bab Al Mandeb strait, Yemen's Foreign Minister has said.
· The National
Documentary on Stan Lee's final years faced industry opposition, filmmaker says
SAN DIEGO — Comic book enthusiast Jon Bolerjack began filming with Stan Lee around 2014, intending to document how the legendary creator behind some of the world's most beloved superheroes was spending his 90s.
· Agence France-Presse
Firefighters hasten efforts to contain massive wildfires in France and Spain ahead of heatwave – Europe live
Emmanuel Macron warns that ‘we have to hold out’ as fires burn near city; Spain’s prime minister Pedro Sanchez warns of ‘difficult hours’ ahead
· Jakub Krupa, Ajit Niranjan
Sports bodies plead for help after lockout by ballot-shortage protest
SEOUL, July 28 (Yonahp) -- National sports governing bodies pleaded for help from authorities Tuesday after being locked out of their workplaces by a prolonged protest over ballot shortages in last month's local elections.
· Yoo Jee-ho
Angus Taylor embroiled in donation claims as ICAC airs secret messages
Federal Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has been embroiled in a corruption inquiry probing illegal donations after claims emerged that he agreed to bankroll a conservative religious faction within the NSW Liberals.
· Alexandra Smith, Jessica McSweeney
Will a new premier save Victorian Labor? - podcast
Victoria has a new premier after the education minister, Ben Carroll, was voted in by the Labor party during a chaotic caucus meeting on Tuesday morning.
Clinton Foundation launches an institute to help state governments find nonpartisan solutions
The Clinton Foundation unveiled a new initiative Monday to help state and local governments develop and enact nonpartisan policy solutions to improve health outcomes, especially for women and children, economic security and democracy.
· Associated Press
Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
Spanish government delays rent extension and other housing measures, Aragón scraps weekly stipend of unaccompanied foreign minors, Spain's wildfires burn 20,000 more hectares in a day and more news on Tuesday July 28th.
· The Local
Iran hangs two arrested in anti-government protests after crowds try to stop executions | The National
Iran has executed two men arrested during anti-government protests in January, the judiciary said, after crowds reportedly gathered near the execution site to prevent the public hangings, but were dispersed by security forces.
· The National
Netanyahu to show Trump proof of Iran's Pickaxe Mountain deception at White House meeting - report
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to brief US President Donald Trump about Iran's actions in Pickaxe Mountain and the efforts by the regime to re-establish its nuclear program in the area, the New York Post reported on Monday, citing an Israeli source.
· TOBIAS HOLCMAN
Hanson reveals Rinehart paid for London, Rome and Sicily flights
Pauline Hanson has updated her parliamentary register of interests, declaring that billionaire Gina Rinehart paid for her flights between London, Rome and Sicily – as well as gifted her an invitation to attend a Dolce & Gabbana fashion parade.
· Rob Harris
Myanmar approves death sentence for cyberscam offenses
YANGON — Myanmar's military-backed parliament approved a law on Tuesday that authorizes capital punishment for those who detain or violently coerce victims into working in online scam centers, the speaker said.
· Agence France-Presse
Trump hosts Netanyahu, Saudi Arabia intercepts drones and Lebanon explores new oil route | The National
In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, US President Donald Trump prepares to host Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House, with Iran expected to dominate the agenda as Washington weighs diplomacy alongside the threat of renewed military action.
· The National
Who really built hallyu?
A government-backed K-culture festival has revived a question that follows Korean pop culture abroad: how much of it was the government's doing?
· Park Ga-young
Hong Kong can learn from Beijing for revamp of public inquiry hotline
Suggestion raised at first ‘rules-free and warm-hearted’ closed-door dialogue session under new format to boost Legco, executive ties
· Matthew Cheng
Hong Kong can learn from Beijing for revamp of public inquiry hotline
Suggestion raised at first ‘rules-free and warm-hearted’ closed-door dialogue session under new format to boost Legco, executive ties
· Matthew Cheng
India spared worst of US ‘forced labour’ tariffs, but hard talks loom
New Delhi avoided a higher tariff rate via a timely policy change, but US demands and Russian oil friction leave a trade deal in limbo
· Biman Mukherji
India spared worst of US ‘forced labour’ tariffs, but hard talks loom
New Delhi avoided a higher tariff rate via a timely policy change, but US demands and Russian oil friction leave a trade deal in limbo
· Biman Mukherji
N. Korea spotlights Kim Ju-ae, stages scaled-down Victory Day parade without strategic weapons
Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts i…
· Jung Min-kyung
Hundreds of Boeing 737 MAX jets face cabin safety risks and assembly flaws, FAA warns
The US Federal Aviation Administration said on Monday that seats on hundreds of Boeing 737 MAX jets registered in the US may require inspections in case they were incorrectly installed and needed to be fixed.
· REUTERS
All 100 US senators invited to meet Volodymyr Zelensky during Lindsey Graham funeral
All 100 members of the US Senate have been invited to a meeting on Tuesday evening with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky when he is in Washington for the funeral of late Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, two Senate aides said.
· REUTERS
LIVE UPDATES: Opposition delivers Kontra-Sona 2026
MANILA, Philippines – Opposition lawmakers from the Senate and the House of Representatives will deliver their respective Kontra-Sona speeches Tuesday, July 28, 2026, following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s fifth State of the Nation Address (Sona).
· INQUIRER.net