
Capital Gains Tax discount reform under consideration
Speculation is intensifying that one of Australia’s most controversial tax concessions, the capital gains tax (CGT) discount, may undergo significant reform as a central feature of this year’s federal budget. Senior government ministers have stopped

Millions of Australians face financial hardship in retirement, new reports warn
A growing number of Australians are increasingly concerned about their ability to maintain financial security in retirement. Millions of Australians face financial hardship in retirement, new reports warn, with recent studies revealing a significant gap

Australia bans YouTube accounts for under-16s in major child safety overhaul
The Australian government has announced a landmark ban on children under 16 having personal YouTube accounts, marking a major step in its campaign to protect young users from online harm. From December 10, 2025, YouTube

One in Three Students Falling Behind, 2025 NAPLAN Results Reveal
A third of Australian students are failing to meet expected literacy and numeracy standards, according to the latest NAPLAN results released today. The report shows that while some improvements have been made, significant educational gaps

Student Debt Relief Bill passes Lower House, bringing financial relief closer for millions
The Albanese government’s landmark student debt relief bill has cleared the House of Representatives, bringing long-awaited financial relief for more than three million Australians one step closer to reality. The legislation, which proposes a 20

Labor Government to slash medicine prices to $25 despite looming US trade threats
Millions of Australians suffering from chronic conditions such as asthma, diabetes, severe pain, and menopause are set to benefit from a new policy by the Albanese government that will drastically reduce the price of essential

Coalition softens immigration stance in bid to rebuild migrant trust
The federal Coalition is shifting its rhetoric on immigration, signalling a move away from the hardline narrative associated with former Minister Peter Dutton, in an attempt to reconnect with Australia’s multicultural communities ahead of the

EU–US backed power link shatters Turkey–Libya maritime claims
The Egypt–Greece 3 GW electricity interconnector has received a €9.56 million EU grant to support further studies and implementation. EU–US backed power link shatters Turkey–Libya maritime claims. The European Commission has approved the funding for additional preparatory work on the 3-gigawatt electricity link connecting the power systems of Greece and

Karystianou urges EU Prosecutor to override Greek ministers’ immunity
Karystianou Urges EU Prosecutor to Override Greek Ministers’ Immunity — The mother of a young woman killed in Greece’s deadliest train crash has called on the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) to uphold the primacy

Greek innovation triumphs as THEON signs record defence agreement
Greek innovation triumphs as THEON signs record defence agreement — a development highlighted in an interview with Mononews, where Christian Hatziminas, founder and CEO of THEON Sensors, described the company’s landmark contract with OCCAR as

The 23-year-old farmer who drove the roadblocks and the government crazy with her fighting spirit
The 23-year-old farmer who drove the roadblocks and the government crazy with her fighting spirit has become a symbol of resilience and authenticity in Greece’s ongoing farmers’ protests. Anna Kampani, just 23 years old, has

Director of “Avgi” resigns after controversial front page featuring Alexis Tsipras
A significant internal shock has hit SYRIZA after the director of the newspaper Avgi, Spyros Sourmelidis, resigned following a controversial Sunday front page that placed former Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras in direct contrast with the

Tragedy south of Crete: Seventeen illegal migrants found dead — bodies stored in refrigerated truck as authorities investigate
Greek authorities are facing a major tragedy after 17 bodies of illegal migrants were recovered south of Crete following the sinking of a small boat in rough seas. Only two survivors, aged 16 and 20,

Tragedy in Zakynthos: Father of 2-year-old Leo speaks out — “I took in the pit bull because it was dying, and it killed my son”
The father of 2-year-old Leo, who was killed after being mauled by a pit bull in the village of Agios Leontas on Zakynthos, has spoken publicly in deep grief. The dog, which was kept chained

EU–US backed power link shatters Turkey–Libya maritime claims
The Egypt–Greece 3 GW electricity interconnector has received a €9.56 million EU grant to support further studies and implementation. EU–US backed power link shatters Turkey–Libya maritime claims. The European Commission has approved the funding for additional preparatory work on the 3-gigawatt electricity link connecting the power systems of Greece and

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

Tyler Robinson Charged with Charlie Kirk’s Murder – Could Face Death Penalty
Tyler Robinson, 22, has been formally charged in Utah with the premeditated murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, a killing prosecutors have called an “American tragedy.” At a press conference, Utah County District Attorney Jeff

Guterres: “I am determined to restart talks on the Cyprus issue”
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres stated he is determined to act toward the resumption of talks on the Cyprus issue. Responding to a related question during a press briefing, he said: “I am not pessimistic,

Trump in Britain – “Prince” Charles gaffe, clash with Australian journalist, and hint of meeting with Albanese
Late Tuesday night, U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania landed in London to begin their official visit to the United Kingdom. They were greeted by U.S. Chief of Protocol Monica Crowley and Viscount

Israeli tanks in Gaza: Ground operation begins to capture the city
The Israeli army launched a ground operation to seize Gaza at midnight Monday (Tuesday morning, Australian time), with tanks reported in the heart of the city.According to the Jerusalem Post, tanks of the Israel Defense

Premier Jacinta Allan considers Chinese investment to fund Suburban Rail Loop
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has left the door open to Chinese investment to help finance the state’s massive Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) project during her ongoing trip to China. On Tuesday, the second day of

