Newcastle Letters: Food, Disability, and Global Tensions
Newcastle Herald readers share views on local food security amid population growth, positive disability access experiences, and global political shifts under Trump. Read the community pulse.
Newcastle Herald readers share views on local food security amid population growth, positive disability access experiences, and global political shifts under Trump. Read the community pulse.
Analysis: President Trump's aggressive new foreign policy, marked by the Venezuela raid and Greenland ambitions, signals a return to 19th-century power politics, challenging allies and global norms. Read the implications for Australia.
The UAE has suspended a major scholarship program for UK universities, citing fears of Islamist extremism and antisemitism on campus. Read the full report on the diplomatic and educational fallout.
Foreign policy experts argue Donald Trump's potential return is critical for Iran's protest movement. Could a second Trump presidency change everything? Read the analysis.
The US announces a major foreign policy shift, planning to withdraw from over 50 international organisations. Experts warn of global power vacuum and impacts on Australia. Read the full analysis.
New TISC data shows Western Australian students who choose advanced maths or a foreign language significantly boost their ATAR scores. Discover the impact on university admissions.
Former CIA agent Mike Baker defends the Trump administration's foreign policy push on Greenland and Venezuela, framing it as a revival of the Monroe Doctrine. Read the full analysis.
Senior US figures defend the lawful capture of Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro on narco-terrorism charges, dismissing fears of prolonged conflict and highlighting regional security aims. Read the full analysis.
Exclusive data reveals foreign embassies and diplomats in Canberra have failed to pay more than $63,000 in traffic fines, with speeding in school zones among the offences. Discover which nations are on the list.
Protests erupt in major Australian cities as the US detains Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro. While some condemn the action, others celebrate the authoritarian leader's downfall. Get the full story.
The illegal seizure of Venezuela's president by the US, driven by oil interests, shatters international law and threatens global stability. Experts warn of a dangerous precedent.
President Trump's abduction of Venezuela's leader and military strikes mark a perilous shift in US foreign policy, with experts warning of global consequences. Read the full analysis.
The world watches as Donald Trump's potential response to Nicolás Maduro's capture could reshape global politics. What happens next? Read our analysis.
Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro is in US custody after a military operation. Experts urge Australia to forge its own strategic position, distinct from the US, as protests are planned across Australian cities.
As Trump meets Zelenskyy, Ukraine's fate hangs in the balance. The Ukrainian leader must navigate Trump's Putin sympathies to keep vital US support flowing. Read the high-stakes analysis.
Former US President Donald Trump has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for his role in the historic Israel-Gaza peace agreement. Read the full story on the controversial award.
As Donald Trump's second term proceeds with minimal restraint, columnist Crispin Hull analyses the consequences for global order and the crucial lessons for Australia in 2026 and beyond.
Deputy Liberal leader Sussan Ley faces backlash for accusing Foreign Minister Penny Wong of being 'compromised' by China. Political figures decry the remarks as dangerous. Read the full story.
The Trump administration is firing over 1,100 scientists and dismantling a premier climate research institute, removing references to human-caused climate change from official websites. This analysis explores the political motives behind the attack on sci
Paul Murray condemns Anthony Albanese's inaction on rising anti-Israel sentiment in Australia, calling it a failure of leadership. Read the full analysis.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has pledged a decision by Christmas on Hanwha's bid for a 19.9% stake in Austal. The move, under FIRB scrutiny, could reshape Australia's naval shipbuilding landscape.
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley faces pressure to release detailed policies early, navigating internal Liberal splits on immigration and the treacherous ground of industrial relations reform. Will it be a repeat of past failures?
Six foreign nationals, believed to be Chinese, have been detained in WA's remote Kimberley after arriving by boat. Get the latest on this developing border security incident.
Donald Trump's leaked 28-point peace proposal for Ukraine has hardened battle lines instead of fostering diplomacy. Discover why the plan is pushing Europe closer to a major conflict.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers warns Coalition's rejection of net zero threatens billions in Australian investments. Read why this stance risks economic prosperity.
Former Liberal MP Pat Farmer is lobbying for a Chinese university with deep ties to China's defence establishment, raising national security concerns. Discover the details and implications.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers blocks US firm's takeover of South Australian pharmaceutical company, citing national interest in healthcare security. Read the full details.
Northern Minerals seeks Supreme Court approval to postpone its AGM after reporting suspected Chinese investor defiance to FIRB. Read the latest on Australia's rare earths battle.
SA Premier Peter Malinauskas reveals Adelaide's failed COP31 climate conference bid cost taxpayers $1.5 million, branding the selection process 'obscene'. The Premier remains committed to future hosting opportunities.
Australia's bid to host COP31 climate summit falls short as Turkey wins hosting rights. Despite the setback, opportunities remain for climate leadership in the region.