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Anthropic to build $31bn datacentre in western Queensland, David Crisafulli says
Premier describes deal as ‘major win’ that will deliver more jobs for the state and put more energy into its gridAnthropic, the AI giant behind the la…
‘Anywhere, anytime’: Victoria police and PSOs to get random stop and search powers after Labor backflip
Premier Ben Carroll adopts Coalition’s stance on Jack’s Law, which gives police and PSOs power to randomly search people for knives with metal detecto…
Airlines should pay for CO2 removal if Heathrow expands, say climate advisers
Climate Change Committee says government cannot expand airport without requiring aviation industry to clean up its emissions Heathrow airport should b…
Judge blocks DHS from acting against a man over a harsh email to an ICE official
ICE agents turned up at David Streever's home over a harsh email he sent to an ICE official. Now a court order prevents the federal government from ma…
Turkish habit of stashing gold "under the pillow' hurts economy, government says
For years, Turks have stashed their gold at home against a raining day, mistrustful of banks. Now the government says that tradition hurts the economy…
Queenslanders’ rights to oppose mining projects ‘gutted’ by new laws, activists say
As minister says process needs to be ‘streamlined’, Greens and Lock the Gate say the legislation is ‘corrupt’ and tears up environmental protectionsGe…
Third Heathrow runway should only go ahead if airlines pay for cleaner flying, say advisers
The government's climate advisers say Heathrow's third runway cannot be approved under current climate policies.…
Ed Sheeran blames US tour promoter for dropping Macklemore
The British musician said it was important to "set out some facts" after US rapper voiced support for Palestine.…
Let them ref the games and be humans - Andrews
After Brentford overcame Reading to reach the Carabao Cup fourth round, head coach Keith Andrews believes the video assistant referee (VAR) is prevent…
Argentina intensifies campaign against Falklands oil companies
Government says new legal complaints to be filed against firms exploring for oil near the Falkland Islands.…
Reader Q&A: how united are the Democrats ahead of the midterms? Post your questions now
Who are the Democrats running in the midterms, and where do they stand? Our political reporters will be hosting a series of conversations on the criti…
Mail-in disaster averted as Trump in angry froth after court defeat
Election officials continue push to assure Americans mail ballots are safe after supreme court rules against presidentAfter the US supreme court halte…
Turkey arrests dozens in crackdown on LGBTQ+ activists
The arrests are an escalation in the Turkish government's campaign targeting LGBTQ+ community and activists.…
Turks often keep gold as a hedge against inflation. It may be hurting Turkey's future
Billions of dollars worth of gold is held in Turkish households outside the banking system. The government aims to convince citizens to put it into th…
'Superstar' Dowman shows his class - but Arsenal know caution is needed
Max Dowman shines with two goals against Ipswich Town - but boss Mikel Arteta warns Arsenal cannot rush his development.…
Pocock says Labor easing copyright protections for AI datacentre investment would throw creatives ‘under the bus’
Proposals revealed as senior personnel from OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, met with Albanese ministersThe Albanese government is considering giving A…
House committee recommends Leon Black be held in contempt of Congress over Epstein inquiry subpoenas
Financier refused to comply with subpoenas seeking his testimony for the investigation into the late sex offenderThe House oversight committee voted u…
Southport attack victims, survivors and families hit by data breach
The Ministry of Justice says sensitive and personal data was accessed in a limited number of cases.…
Romanian shepards and farmers clash with police
Dozens injured as 2,000 farmers - backed by far-right groups - protest the extension of a livestock export ban.…
Australian politics live: Lambie compares ‘dangerous’ Hanson to Trump; NSW One Nation leader wants abortion ‘stopped’
Follow the day’s news liveGet our new political email, free app or daily news podcastThe head of One Nation in New South Wales has fronted a rally opp…
Letby hospital consultant says inquiry makes for grim reading
The Thirlwall Inquiry finds some babies could have been saved if action had been taken earlier.…
Search launched for boy, 3, missing at playground
Police carry out door-to-door inquiries in Brantham and a helicopter has been seen circling the area.…
British bosses to be forced to meet with employees who request flexible working
Employers will have to hold face-to-face meetings with staff who ask about shift changes under government reformsCompany bosses will have to sit down …
Carney says Canada will pursue ‘unique economic alliance’ with EU amid US trade spat
Prime minister speaks of strengthening Canada’s economic and political ties to Europe at Canada Investment SummitMark Carney said Canada will pursue a…
Ferocious fight among Brazil’s supreme court erupts on eve of presidential election
Scandal explodes as country’s election campaign peaks, with polls suggesting dead heat between candidatesBrazil’s supreme court has been thrust into w…
Republicans criticize racist social media post by Texas member running for office
Karl Rove, a respected GOP consultant, further said he would vote for ‘bigot’ Bo French’s Democratic opponent after postA senior Republican has called…
UK paying £56,000 for each person returned to France under ‘one in one out’ scheme
Home secretary defends cost, saying it is about the same or cheaper than putting someone up in a hotel for a yearThe government’s “one in, one out” de…
Fourth person dies of measles-associated illness in US
All deaths occurred in Pennsylvania, in worst year since 1992 for one of the most contagious diseasesPennsylvania health officials said a fourth perso…
State of U.S. democracy reaches new low, report finds
A new global democracy report finds the U.S. at its lowest level of democratic performance in the 50 years it has been measured.…
Georgia city removes 23-year-old mayor after sexting and municipal funds scandal
Jayden Williams of Stockbridge alleged to have made inappropriate texts to teen and using city funds improperlyUS politics live – latest updatesCity l…