Australian politics live: fourfold surge in home battery installations after federal subsidy; O’Brien says Liberals can stand alone
More than 4.3 million households now have solar, helping to drive downward pressure on power bills. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastTwo-thirds of homeless youth unable to access housing services: reportApproximately 40,000 15- to 24-year-olds have nowhere to live in Australia each year, with only 3.1% accessing long-term housing, according to a new report from the Home Time Youth coalition. Continue reading...
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Trump praise for ‘legendary’ US invasion of Mexico sparks outrage across border
The US president’s celebration of the 1846 conquest draws fury from Mexican leaders over ‘imperialist tone’A message from Donald Trump celebrating the 19th century US invasion of its southern neighbour – and the subsequent loss of more than half its territory – has touched a historical nerve in Mexico, with some seeing it as a veiled threat for future incursions.Reacting to the US president’s statement, which described the invasion as a “a legendary victory”, Claudia Sheinbaum, Mexico’s president, said during her morning news conference on Tuesday: “We must always defend our sovereignty.” Continue reading...
This is How Hard It Will Be to Get Around Italy’s Winter Olympics
The Games in northern Italy, which start on Friday, will be spread across 8,500 square miles. Long distances, narrow roads, complex connections and snowfall will make it a logistical nightmare.
Spain Aims to Ban Social Media for Children Under 16
The announcement is part of a broader push by countries to curb access to online platforms for minors. It also points to Europe’s stricter approach to regulating social media.
White House deflects Trump’s call to ‘nationalize’ elections to bill requiring proof of citizenship to vote – live
Karoline Leavitt claims Trump was referring to the Save Act and says he ‘believes there has been a lot of fraud in American elections’Tulsi Gabbard running solo 2020 election inquiryTrump suggests Republicans should ‘take over’ electionsDonald Trump has continued to sow doubt in the election system. While appearing on former deputy FBI director Dan Bongino’s podcast on Monday, the president called on Republicans to “nationalize the voting,” in at least “15 places”, although he did not clarify which ones.“The Republicans should say, ‘we want to take over’,” Trump said in the interview. Continue reading...
U.K. Investigates Peter Mandelson Over Jeffrey Epstein Ties
Peter Mandelson, a prominent British political figure, faces allegations of “misconduct in public office offenses” over his dealings with Jeffrey Epstein.
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of ex-Libyan leader, reportedly killed
The 53-year-old, who was once widely seen as the second most powerful person in Libya, was killed on Tuesday according to Libyan media.
Police Search X’s Premises in France as Prosecutors Summon Elon Musk
The move followed a yearlong investigation into X and escalated a wider standoff between European officials and American tech companies over the regulation of social media.
Sudan’s military breaks through years-long RSF blockade in Kadugli
Sudanese military officials say they’ve broken through a siege by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Kadugli.
Iran’s President Backs ‘Fair’ Talks With U.S. as Confrontation Looms
President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Tuesday that he supported “equitable negotiations.” Talks are expected on Friday, as diplomats work to defuse the crisis.