Russia’s master negotiator knows Trump’s weaknesses and will try to exploit them
Vladimir Putin will know exactly how he wants this to play out.
Day: August 15, 2025
States and territories agree to ‘long overdue’ reforms to working with children checks by year’s end, attorney general says
Michelle Rowland says ‘consistency’ across jurisdictions will ensure workers banned in one state or territory are ‘banned in all’, but rules out national schemeFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app …
Anchorage prepares for Trump-Putin meeting
France 24 correspondent Wassim Cornet reports from Anchorage, in Alaska, where US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are scheduled to hold a highly anticipated meeting on Friday to discuss the possibility of achieving a ceasef…
China’s aircraft carriers in Pacific signals ability to ‘contest’ US power
Expert says ‘gaps’ in naval capabilities are closing between China and the United States.
Hundreds hit with food poisoning in Indonesia after eating free meals from president’s flagship program
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Why did Russia sell Alaska to the United States?
For Trump-Putin summit about possible land swaps, Alaska is an appropriate venue, 158 years after it exchanged hands.
Dozens Arrested In Washington As White House Ratchets Up Police Presence
Following Trump’s unprecedented announcement that his administration would take over the Washington police department and dispatch the National Guard for at least a month, the White House announced there would be a round-the-clock police presence.
Defence granted adjournment in Molly Ticehurst murder case, 16 months after NSW woman’s death
Daniel Billings’ lawyer tells Parkes local court negotiations continuing, with defence and prosecution teams to meet later in AugustFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastProsecu…
Shein’s UK sales jump 32% in 2024, fueling profit gains on Hong Kong IPO horizon
Shein’s UK arm generated £2.05 billion ($2.77 billion) in sales in 2024, up 32.3% in 2023, according to a filing released by Shein on Friday.
Man fleeing Ice raid outside LA Home Depot hit and killed on freeway
Raid, apparently not communicated to local officials, one of several recently targeting stores in southern CaliforniaA man was hit by a vehicle and killed as he attempted to get away from federal immigration officers who were raiding a Home Depot in Lo…