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The Productivity Commission says governments are shirking "meaningful action" to close the gap, as new data shows only four ...

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Nuclear expert Ankit Panda says we have entered a new threat level, both from the major powers and from non-state actors. He ...

A number of Caribbean nations are voicing their desire to throw off the shackles of colonial rule. In December last year, ...

As alliances wobble, wars rage and world leaders talk of rearmament, are we on the precipice of a new nuclear age? Security expert Ankit Panda says our coexistence with the bomb is becoming more ...

The family of Victorian Steven Payne, who was killed on WA's remote south coast, say he "loved his partner deeply, cherished ...

NASA has announced the dismissal of its chief scientist in its first round of cuts ordered by US President Donald Trump.

Whilst flooding is easing, this area should be avoided as bridges and roads may still be impacted by floodwater and infrastructure may be damaged. This event may change quickly. NSW SES will monitor ...

At least 27 insurgents have been killed and more than 150 hostages freed by Pakistani security forces after separatist militants hijacked a passenger train while armed with explosive vests.

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Two men who killed a man and then buried his body in a concrete slab at a Brisbane transport depot three years ago have been ...