Fresh scrutiny over federal politicians’ expenses rules after pre-election change
Fresh questions are being raised about the expenses federal politicians are entitled to claim, after revelations that key rules governing travel allowances were altered just weeks before the last federal election. While Prime Minister Anthony
Australia unwittingly buys nearly $1bn in fuel linked to Russian oil, analysis shows
Australia has unknowingly helped funnel close to $1 billion into refineries processing Russian crude oil, according to new sector analysis revealing the extent to which imported fuel is tied to Moscow’s war economy. Data from
Liberal MP Roma Britnell walks out of parliamentary hearing over missing data on pregnancies and STIs in state care
A tense parliamentary hearing erupted into open frustration on Friday after Liberal MP Roma Britnell stormed out, accusing senior Victorian bureaucrats of repeatedly refusing to supply critical data about the wellbeing of children in state
Global Airbus warning grounds Jetstar A320 flights, causes widespread travel disruption
A major global aviation alert has triggered significant travel chaos, with Jetstar confirming that several of its Airbus A320 aircraft are currently unable to depart due to a critical software issue affecting thousands of jets
Teen launches High Court challenge against national social media ban
A Sydney high school student has launched an extraordinary High Court challenge against the federal government’s upcoming ban on social media use for children under 16, arguing the new law is unconstitutional and puts young
Why Australian workers are demanding pay transparency and would quit over unfair salaries
A growing number of Australian workers are demanding full salary transparency inside their workplaces, with new research showing a strong belief that pay secrecy primarily benefits employers — not staff. The findings, from recruitment firm
APRA to cap high-risk home loans amid housing boom
Australia’s banking regulator, the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA), will impose limits on high-risk home loans starting February 1, aiming to curb the rapid buildup of household debt. APRA announced that no more than 20
Greece hails Pierrakakis’ Eurogroup victory as a win for the nation — Implications for Australia–EU relations
Greece’s Minister for National Economy, Kyriakos Pierrakakis, received an overwhelmingly enthusiastic welcome from the parliamentary caucus of New Democracy after his election as President of the Eurogroup. His elevation to one of Europe’s most influential economic positions has been framed in Athens as a national milestone, extending beyond party lines
High rents force Mykonos’ businesses to shut down
The high prices owners demand from businessmen to pay for rent at Mykonos‘ highstreet of Matogianni, has led many businesses to shut down. Residents of the popular Greek island say that some owners ask for outrageously
The detestable trade in MPs, votes
The image of Parliament over the last days is absolutely disheartening and reflective of the political crisis that has beset the country. The representatives of the people, deserted and faceless, as the poet says, bargaining
Tsipra’s visit to Ankara: preparation of a painful compromise?
Recently there have been announcements by the Turkish National Security Council according to which not even a bird can fly in the Aegean and the South East. Mediterranean without Turkey’s approval. To defend Turkey’s interests,
Thessaloniki mayor vows to protect city’s Jewish heritage
Thessaloniki Mayor Yiannis Boutaris said Friday that Jewish monuments will be repaired, no matter how many times they are vandalized. “Even if they vandalize the monuments 100 times we will repair them 110 times,” said
Greece is the third largest investor in the FYROM
Greek companies have invested 473 million euros over two decades in the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM), according to data released by Skopje’s National Bank. This makes Greece the third largest investor in FYROM
Who owns the Acropolis of Athens? An “unknown owner”…
The Acropolis of Athens narrowly escaped the risk to be target of property hunters after the Culture Ministry failed to claim the ownership on time. In the Hellenic Cadastre it was regi-stered to have an
Leaked US strategy reveals Trump’s plan to break up the EU
A leaked US strategy reveals Trump’s plan to break up the EU, with a draft of a highly classified National Security Strategy (NSS) suggesting that the United States may be pushing for Austria, Italy, Hungary, and Poland to distance themselves from the European Union as part of a bold new
Turkey and Libya sign new military agreement to deepen strategic alliance
Turkey and Libya signed a new military cooperation agreement on Thursday, July 10, in Ankara, aiming to enhance the Libyan army’s operational capabilities through advanced training, logistical support, and technical expertise. The deal was signed
Israel urges US to resume strikes on Houthis after attacks on Greek-operated ships
Tensions in the Red Sea are rising rapidly as Israel formally requested the United States resume military strikes on Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, following a deadly escalation that saw two Greek-operated ships sunk. The
Internal chaos in Trump White House threatens future of AUKUS submarine deal
The AUKUS submarine deal is under renewed scrutiny amid reports of internal dysfunction within the Trump administration, described by insiders as “Game of Thrones politics.” While U.S. Secretary of State Marc Rubio has sought to
How Putin rebuilt Russia into a global power
Many wonder how the Russian economy manages to stay afloat under numerous sanctions, maintain low debt levels, and even outperform the West in certain production sectors. Following the collapse of the Soviet Union, Moscow—a once-great
Six Secret Service agents punished over Trump assassination attempt failures
Six U.S. Secret Service agents have been disciplined over serious security failures during the July 13, 2024, assassination attempt on Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The agents, whose identities were not
Orthodox mission in Fiji, faith beneath the southern cross
Before the sun lifts its golden veil over Vanua Levu, as the matangi—a soft morning breeze—stirs the banana trees and cassava leaves, a single flame flickers before an icon of Christ. In the stillness of
