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Analysis: Jordan faces ‘geopolitical blackmail’ after Trump Gaza demand

Analysis: Jordan faces ‘geopolitical blackmail’ after Trump Gaza demand

Trump suggested transferring Palestinians to Jordan/Egypt, which Jordan rejects. Experts warn aid leverage could destabilize Jordan, forcing alliance shifts.

Trump to withdraw US from UN Rights Council, extend UNRWA funds ban: Report

Trump to withdraw US from UN Rights Council, extend UNRWA funds ban: Report

Trump plans to cut US ties & funding to UN agencies, including UNRWA & Human Rights Council, during Netanyahu's visit. This echoes past withdrawals.

Premier says NSW Transport Minister Jo Haylen 'paid high price' over her use of taxpayer-funded driver as she steps down

Premier says NSW Transport Minister Jo Haylen 'paid high price' over her use of taxpayer-funded driver as she steps down

NSW Transport Minister Jo Haylen resigned after using taxpayer-funded drivers for private events. Premier Minns accepted, citing "unacceptable" behavior. New, stricter rules enforced.

Parents pay tribute to teenage lifesaver killed by shark at Bribie Island

Parents pay tribute to teenage lifesaver killed by shark at Bribie Island

A 17-year-old surf lifesaver, Charlize Mutlow, died in a shark attack at Woorim Beach on Bribie Island. The incident occurred around 4:45 PM.

'Profoundly affected our close-knit community': Samantha Murphy's disappearance reaches grim one-year milestone

'Profoundly affected our close-knit community': Samantha Murphy's disappearance reaches grim one-year milestone

Ballarat mourns Samantha Murphy, missing a year after vanishing on Feb 4 '24. Despite a murder charge, her body remains unfound. Police continue search.

Residents warned to stay inside, close windows as smoke billows from St Marys factory fire

Residents warned to stay inside, close windows as smoke billows from St Marys factory fire

Large factory fire in St Marys, Sydney, fueled by gas/chemicals. Hundreds evacuated, 800m exclusion zone. Over 100 firefighters on scene.