IMF warns: Australia heading towards inflation crisis
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that Australia is on track to record one of the highest inflation rates among developed economies. In its latest World Economic Outlook, the global lender said economies worldwide
Household Power Bills Soar 27% Above Inflation, Sparking Concern for Australians
New figures reveal a sharp surge in electricity bills, with average household power costs in Australia rising 27.16% above inflation over two years. Data from energy comparison service iSelect shows the average electricity price climbed
Australia and Papua New Guinea fail to finalise defence treaty, sign communique instead
A long-anticipated defence treaty between Australia and Papua New Guinea failed to cross the finish line today, with both nations instead signing a communique in place of the formal agreement. The setback is seen as
Does washing fruit and vegetables really remove pesticides?
Testing in Australia has uncovered the banned pesticide thiometon on fresh berries sold in New South Wales, along with high levels of the legal pesticide dimethoate. While within legal limits, experts warn that both adults
Albanese blames pro-Palestinian protests for office closure
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has blamed ongoing pro-Palestinian protests for the closure of his long-standing electorate office in Sydney’s inner west, ending nearly three decades of presence in Marrickville. The office, leased from St.
Australian teens traumatised after seeing Charlie Kirk assassination video with no warning
Australia is facing renewed scrutiny over online safety after multiple teenagers reported seeing unfiltered footage of US political commentator Charlie Kirk’s assassination without any warning on Saturday morning. The shocking event occurred earlier this week
Australia must stamp out Islamophobia, PM Albanese says
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese delivered a strong call for unity and social cohesion on Friday, declaring that the country “must stamp out the hate, fear, and prejudice that drive Islamophobia.” His comments came during
Turkey cries foul as Greece boosts Aegean firepower
Greece has taken a significant step forward with its new defence agreement with Israel. The government in Athens has decided to strengthen its arsenal by acquiring PULS multiple-launch rocket systems, with a range of between 35 and 300 kilometres. Following approval by the Greek Parliament, the agreement was signed and
Revolution! Modern art exhibition at the archaeological site of Delos
An unprecedented exhibition by British sculptor Antony Gormley at the archaeological site of Delos. 29 iron “bodyforms” have been scattered among the ancient columns and stones of what it once was the holy sanctuary for
Crafting a regional policy to contain Erdoğan
Turkey poses a long-term threat to the security of the Middle East. Containing Neo-Ottomanism requires a defensive policy that integrates Greece, Cyprus, Israel, and theKurds into a regional alliance. A new era has dawned in
Micro-brewery sector in Greece surging on back of global beer trend
A burgeoning presence but limited profits are, in general terms, the main characteristics of the micro-brewing sector in Greece so far, although forecasts continue to be very bright – as Greek consumers are following a
Five suitors in next phase of IGB pipeline tender
Five consortia have been approved for the next phase of an international tender to build the Greece – Bulgaria (IGB) gas inter-connector pipeline between the Greek and Bulgarian natural gas grids, a project worth 145
Paralysis
With less than one month to go before the European Parliament election, the difficult situation in which Prime Minister Alexis finds himself is constantly worsening. With the cards stacked against them, none of the initiatives
Ancient Greek shipwreck now open to divers
A remarkably preserved shipwreck on the northern coast of the Greek island Aloneissos has become a remarkable new underwater museum. The ship has played a major role in the way archeologists understand the art of
Orbán’s masterstroke leaves Brussels in checkmate
In a display of political manoeuvring so bold it borders on the theatrical, Viktor Orbán appeared to recognise early that the European Union, George Soros, Barack Obama and the wider globalist establishment were aligned against him. With little credible left-wing opposition remaining in Hungary — none surpassing the modest 5
Albanese and Marles confirm Australia will not engage militarily in Iran conflict
Australia’s leadership has clarified that the country will not become directly involved in the growing conflict in Iran, even as it continues to support US-led strikes in the region. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese told ABC’s
Greece deploys “Kimon” frigate and additional naval assets to Cyprus amid regional escalation
Greece has decided to deploy two naval frigates to Cyprus following what officials described as a dangerous escalation in the region. The move was approved by the Government Council for Foreign Affairs and Defence (KYSEA)
British base in Cyprus hit by drone, no casualties
Strong explosions were reported around midnight on Sunday at the British Royal Air Force (RAF) Akrotiri base near Limassol, Cyprus. Initial reports indicate that the base may have been struck by a small Iranian drone,
Trump vows to continue Iran offensive “with full force” until all U.S. objectives are achieved
U.S. President Donald Trump has pledged to continue military operations against Iran “with full force” until all American strategic objectives are fulfilled, warning that Washington will avenge the deaths of American service members and deliver
Nicosia denies interception of Iranian missiles allegedly heading toward Cyprus
The Cypriot government has firmly denied reports that Iranian missiles were launched toward Cyprus and subsequently intercepted, following earlier statements by the United Kingdom’s Defence Secretary that suggested two projectiles had been fired in the
Iranian government confirms death of supreme leader Ali Khamenei – 40 days of public mourning declared
Iranian state and semi-official media confirmed early Sunday that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed during a strike in Tehran, marking a historic turning point for the Islamic Republic. The Iranian government subsequently declared
