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Donald Trump, as a giant figure, casts a glowing "100% TARIFF" pill over Sydney. Below, PM Albanese shields "PBS" as text details CSL's market value loss and trade disruption.

Australian Pharmaceutical Industry Faces Tariff Storm as Trump Tightens Grip

Seraphina Hayes2 months ago3 weeks ago08 mins

Sydney | September 30, 2025 A New Trade Shock for Australian Pharma The Australian pharmaceutical industry is bracing for heavy losses after U.S. President Donald Trump imposed 100% tariffs on imported pharmaceutical goods, effective October 1. Announced during a White House press briefing on September 26, the decision is the latest in a string of…

A photo of Australian billionaire Clive Palmer with a serious expression, standing in front of a legal document, symbolizing his challenge against a tribunal ruling over a $300 billion mining dispute.

Australian Billionaire Clive Palmer to Challenge Tribunal Ruling in Swiss Court

Seraphina Hayes2 months ago3 weeks ago08 mins

Sydney | October 20, 2025 Palmer’s $300 Billion Gamble Moves to Switzerland Australian billionaire Clive Palmer has announced plans to appeal to the Swiss Federal Supreme Court after losing his historic $300 billion arbitration case against the Australian government. The appeal marks a new chapter in a legal saga that has stretched over four years…

Image of Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke greeting Gazan refugees at Sydney airport, with a small group arriving quietly, amid security and transparency concerns.

Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke Quietly Welcomes Gazan Refugees Amid Security Concerns

Seraphina Hayes2 months ago3 weeks ago07 mins

Sydney | October 21, 2025 A Quiet Arrival That Sparked a National Debate SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke is facing mounting scrutiny after personally welcoming a group of Gazan refugees to Sydney late Friday night, according to an exclusive report by Sky News Australia. The small group — estimated at 40 to…

A photo of the Australian flag alongside the Palestinian flag, with the UN General Assembly building in the background, symbolizing Australia's recognition of Palestine.

Australia Recognises Palestine as Statehood Momentum Builds at UN

Seraphina Hayes2 months ago3 weeks ago09 mins

Sydney | September 22, 2025 Australia’s Historic Diplomatic Shift SYDNEY, September 22, 2025 — In a momentous foreign-policy turn, Australia has officially recognised the State of Palestine, joining Canada and the United Kingdom in endorsing Palestinian sovereignty at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, addressing…

Hands hold a newspaper headline "JEWS SAY SANCTION ISRAEL NOW" with "END THE OCCUPATION. END APARTHEID," sparking national debate.

Progressive Jewish Group’s Ad Campaign Sparks Controversy Over Israel Sanctions

Seraphina Hayes2 months ago3 weeks ago08 mins

Sydney | September 19, 2025 A Bold Campaign Dividing the Australian Jewish Community SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — A bold new advertising campaign launched by the Jewish Council of Australia (JCA) has ignited a heated national debate over Israel, Jewish identity, and human rights advocacy.The campaign, first reported by Haaretz on September 19, 2025, features striking full-page…