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Trump-Biden rematch looks more likely after Nikki Haley loses SC primary
Former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley took a big hit in her home state over the weekend, losing the primary by double digits to former President Donald Trump. Wall Street Journal senior political correspondent Molly Ball joins On The Hill to discuss the latest in the run up to the 2024 general election. ⌘ Read more

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Albanese government is ‘ambiguous and weak’ on Israel-Hamas conflict
The Australian’s Foreign Editor Greg Sheridan says the Albanese government is “ambiguous and weak” on the Israel-Hamas conflict.

Mr Sheridan told Sky News host Steve Price that Hamas is an illegal proscribed terrorist organisation “under Australian law”.

“So we wouldn’t allow an organisation like that to control a slice of territory that we were responsible for. … ⌘ Read more

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Brian Cox married his second wife Nicole Ansari after giving her an ultimatum – telling her they either needed to exchange vows or split up
‘Succession’ actor Brian Cox has revealed he married his second wife Nicole Ansari after giving her an ultimatum - telling her they either needed to exchange vows or split up. ⌘ Read more

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UN chief: Security Council undermined by Gaza, Ukraine deadlock
United Nations chief Antonio Guterres on Monday (February 26) deplored how the U.N. Security Council had failed to respond adequately to the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, saying the conflicts had “perhaps fatally” undermined its authority. ⌘ Read more

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Bolsonaro Supporters Flood Street in Sao Paulo
Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro ridiculed accusations against him of orchestrating a failed coup in front of tens of thousands of his supporters gathered in Sao Paulo on Sunday, February 25. Police are investigating if Bolsonaro incited what amounted to a failed coup after losing the 2022 election, and say he edited a draft presidential decree that would have declared a state of emergency and c … ⌘ Read more

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US airman sets himself on fire outside Israeli Embassy in Washington, D.C.: The Morning Rundown, Feb. 26, 2024
A U.S. Air Force member set himself on fire outside the Israeli Embassy in Washington D.C., protesting Israel’s operations in Gaza. ⌘ Read more

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Sarah Michelle Gellar has thrown her support behind Shannen Doherty
Sarah Michelle Gellar has thrown her support behind her longtime pal Shannen Doherty after the actress lifted the lid on her feud with Alyssa Milano and claimed she got her fired from ‘Charmed’. ⌘ Read more

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New British Antarctic Drone Sends Back First Footage Of Icy Continent
British Antarctic Survey scientists have shared the first images and video from their new Windracers drone as they test the new ULTRA uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) over the southern continent’s icy wastes. Over the last few weeks the UAV has flown over 720kms collecting images and scientific data that could enable researchers to widen the range of resear … ⌘ Read more

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle blasted for lack of ‘self awareness’
‘To Di For’ Daily podcast host Kinsey Schofield has blasted Prince Harry and Meghan Markle over their “lack of self-awareness”.

Ms Schofield’s remarks come as Donald Trump issued a warning to the Duke of Sussex saying he won’t protect him from deportation from the US amid claims the royal misrepresented his history of illegal drug use.

The Duke of Sussex is in th … ⌘ Read more

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Ben Stokes brushes off suggestion that England were not ruthless against India
Ben Stokes dismissed suggestions England lack a ruthless edge and expressed pride at how his team have fared in Indian conditions after not being given a “chance in hell” of success. England succumbed to a first Test series defeat under the leadership of captain Stokes and head coach Brendon McCullum, as India moved into an unassailable 3-1 lea … ⌘ Read more

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Billionaire-backed Koch network drops funding for Nikki Haley after South Carolina loss
Americans for Prosperity, the organization backed by conservative billionaire Charles Koch has revealed it will suspend funding for Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley’s campaign after her loss in South Carolina.

Haley’s campaign thanked the group for being an “ally in the fight for freedom and conservative govern … ⌘ Read more

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Concept of gender pay gap is a ‘load of nonsense’: Caleb Bond
Sky News host Caleb Bond says the concept of gender pay gap is a “load of nonsense”.

Mr Bond said it “denies the biological reality” of women going off to have children.

“Which necessarily affects their lifetime earnings, because they tend to take more time out.

“Women tend to work in what you might call caring positions.

“Like nursing or teaching, that tend to be paid less … ⌘ Read more

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Dutch Holiday Home Allows You To ‘Live In A Bird Box’
Fancy spending a vacation living in a human-sized birdhouse? Now you can thanks to a luxury holiday home in the Netherlands. In the heart of the Hoge Veluwe National Park lies the Buitenplaats Koningsweg. Once a barracks site, it now serves as a vibrant community for dozens of artists and creative entrepreneurs. As part of an innovative project by the municipality of Arnhem, 11 architect … ⌘ Read more

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Greens have ‘no idea what they’re doing’: Paul Murray
On tonight’s episode of Paul Murray Live, Sky News host Paul Murray discusses Dunkley by-election, cost-of-living, Greens mega tax and more.

Sky News host Paul Murray says the Green have “no idea what they’re doing”.

“They want to introduce new super profit taxes on businesses that have a turnover of $100 million dollars or more.

“Remember, turnover is not profit.

“But the Greens say you sh … ⌘ Read more

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Huge Show of Support for Bolsonaro in Sao Paulo Amid Coup Investigation
Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro ridiculed accusations against him of orchestrating a failed coup in front of tens of thousands of his supporters gathered in Sao Paulo on Sunday, February 25. Police are investigating if Bolsonaro incited what amounted to a failed coup after losing the 2022 election, and say he edited a draft presidential decree t … ⌘ Read more

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Lifeboat Crew Joined in River Thames by Dolphins
A lifeboat crew were joined by three dolphins in the River Thames on February 25 at Northfleet, with one crew member describing “an incredible sight”. “It was an incredible sight, we spotted the dolphin-like fins at first, there were two adults and a calf, they were approximately two metres in length, incredible to witness,” John Robinson said. “We often see seals whilst out on the lifeboat, but dolp … ⌘ Read more

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Spice Girl Geri Horner ‘overwhelmingly upset’ amid Red Bull’s probe into Christian Horner
Spice Girls star Geri Halliwell has reportedly unfollowed and refollowed her former bandmate Victoria Beckham and her husband David Beckham on social media amid Christian Horner allegations.

Earlier this month it was revealed that the Red Bull Formula One racing team are investigating claims made against Horner by an empl … ⌘ Read more

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Berlinale 2024: Golden Bear goes to Mati Diop’s restitution documentary ‘Dahomey’
An unseasonably warm Berlin celebrates a new Golden Bear winner. This Berlin International Film Festival has come to a close, and the jury of the 74th edition , led by Lupita Nyong’o ( 12 Years A Slave, Black Panther, Us ), has elected its winner out of the 20 films in Competition. The coveted Golden Bear for Best Film went to Dahomey , by Fr … ⌘ Read more

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Jim Chalmers ‘doing the right thing’ by reforming the RBA: Cameron Milner
GXO Strategies Director Cameron Milner has praised Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ proposed changes to the RBA.

His comments come as the Coalition is gearing up to oppose Labor’s central bank revamp unless Jim Chalmers meets its demand that a new specialist monetary policy board be composed of current RBA members.

“I think it’s great that Jim Chalmers is actua … ⌘ Read more

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Concerns over visa applications as ‘rampant anti-Semitism’ continues
Sky News host Peta Credlin has raised concerns about visa applications being processed out of Gaza amid “rampant anti-Semitism” in Australia.

Ms Credlin expressed disgust over a pro-Palestinian protest held outside Town Hall last week.

“Only this time, the spectre of jihad was spoken about openly and publicly. Not contained to a fiery speech in a Sydney mosque b … ⌘ Read more

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Barnaby Joyce diagnosed with ‘sleep disorder’
Sky News host Sharri Markson says Barnaby Joyce has revealed he has a “sleeping issue”.

Ms Markson said the Nationals Leader David Littleproud says Barnaby Joyce “needs the time off”.

“Because he has this sleep disorder.

“According to Barnaby, it’s not a drinking problem, it’s sleep apnea.

“A lot of people suffer from sleep apnea.” ⌘ Read more

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European farmers protests turn fiery in Brussels
Farmers on Monday (February 26) dumped tires on the streets of the Belgian capital before setting them on fire, in the latest of many protests by farmers across Europe against competition from cheap food imports, excessive environmental rules and subsidies favoring large firms. Francis Maguire reports. ⌘ Read more

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Zelensky says Ukraine needs Western aid to win war after setbacks as US funding stalls
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday his country’s victory “depends” on support from the West and expressed hope the United States would approve a critical package of military aid. In a rare acknowledgement of setbacks, Zelensky said 31,000 Ukrainian soldiers had been killed in the war and that plans for last summe … ⌘ Read more

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Protesting farmers jam Brussels with tractors as ministers meet
Farmers set fire to piles of tyres in Brussels on Monday in a protest to demand EU action on issues ranging from cheap supermarket prices to free trade deals, as agricultural ministers met to discuss the crisis in the sector. ⌘ Read more

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Could the ‘Middle Corridor’ offer a secure trade route that bypasses the Red Sea?
The so-called “Middle Corridor”, a trade route that would link Chinese and European markets through Central Asia and the Caucasus, was the focus of the 5th Balkans and Black Sea Forum held on Thursday 15th of February. Delegates at the conference promoted the Middle Corridor as an opportunity for a stable trade route amid escalating tensions … ⌘ Read more

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Israeli military proposes ‘plan for evacuating’ Gaza civilians
Israel’s military proposed a plan for evacuating civilians from “areas of fighting” in Gaza, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office announced Monday, after he said a ground invasion of the Palestinian territory’s southern city Rafah was necessary. ⌘ Read more

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Concerns as Albanese government ‘might grant a visa’ to Palestinian plane hijacker
Shadow Home Affairs Minister James Paterson says the Jewish community is “right to be concerned” about a Palestinian convicted plane hijacker coming into Australia.

Leila Khaled took part in two plane hijackings in the late 1960’s and is now set to appear at a socialist conference held in Perth this year.

There is a push to deny Ms K … ⌘ Read more

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Transport Secretary declines to say Lee Anderson remarks about Sadiq Khan were racist
Transport Secretary Mark Harper has declined to say whether MP Lee Anderson’s remarks about “Islamists” taking control of Sadiq Khan and London were racist despite being pressed repeatedly, reiterating only that they were “wrong”. Mr Harper was in Yorkshire to announce how transport funding redirected from the Government’s abandon … ⌘ Read more

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The Voice a ‘textbook case in how to tank a referendum’: Joe Kelly
The Australian National Affairs Editor Joe Kelly says Anthony Albanese’s approach to The Voice to Parliament was a “textbook case in how to tank a referendum.”

Mr Kelly’s comments come amid reports the Prime Minister allegedly ignored advice against having a Voice referendum.

“I think certainly on election night Anthony Albanese wanted to make this a personal symbol … ⌘ Read more

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‘Dangerous message’: Anti-Semitic politician appears as guest of honour at public school
Anti-Semitic Greens politician Jenny Leong being celebrated as a guest of honour at a public school on Friday has sent a “dangerous message”, says Sky News host Sharri Markson.

Ms Leong was criticised just a few weeks ago for her remarks that Jews’ “tentacles reach in to the areas that try and influence power” but eventually … ⌘ Read more

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Palestinian Prime Minister Shtayyeh submits resignation
Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh said on Monday he was resigning to allow for the formation of a broad consensus among Palestinians about political arrangements following Israel’s war against the Islamist group Hamas in Gaza. ⌘ Read more

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Cruz Beckham reportedly set to release new music
The youngest son of David and Victoria has been working with top songwriters after his parents have spent a “small fortune” helping him forge a music career. Cruz, 19, has been working with writer Ed Frewett, who has written songs for One Direction, Little Mix and The Wanted, as well as producer Fred Ball, who has worked with Rihanna, Beyonce and Mariah Carey. “The plan is to launch this year to … ⌘ Read more

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Romeo Beckham confirms split from model girlfriend Mia Regan
The 21-year-old, who plays soccer for English Premier League team Brentford’s B team, had been dating the model since they were both 16, but both announced their split on Sunday. Romeo wrote on Instagram “Mooch (Mia’s nickname) and I have parted ways after 5 years of love, we still have a lot of respect for each other, and still hold a strong friendship and always will.”. … ⌘ Read more

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‘Incredibly tense’ mood around London following ceasefire debate in parliament
Spiked Online Editor Tom Slater has revealed the mood around London is “incredibly tense” after the UK parliament erupted over a ceasefire vote.

Speaker of the House Sir Lindsay Hoyle apologised to MPs for the chaos that ensued over the Gaza debate but insisted the safety of MPs was on his mind when he made the decision to allow a vote on a L … ⌘ Read more

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Donald Trump and Vivek Ramaswamy would be a ‘formidable duo’
Rattlesnake TV Youtuber Jake Julius says Vivek Ramaswamy “knows the constitution in and out”.

Mr Julius told Sky News host Rita Panahi that he knows “all of the history” of the United States.

“He’s the kind of person that Trump could have a high-level idea and Vivek could come underneath him.

“And really sort of make everything happen at the ground level.

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Rachel Brosnahan ‘blown away’ by new Superman suit
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel star plays Lois Lane to David Corenswet’s titular superhero in James Gunn’s new DC movie, Superman: Legacy. At the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards on Saturday, Rachel revealed that the cast recently had their first table read of the script in Atlanta, Georgia, ahead of shooting. Speaking about the occasion, she told Deadline.com: “I got to see the suit - and I was bl … ⌘ Read more

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UK Labour Party’s actions during ceasefire vote ‘deeply chilling’: Tom Slater
Spiked Online Editor Tom Slater has branded the UK Labour Party’s way of convincing the Speaker of the House Sir Lindsay Hoyle to consider their amendments to a ceasefire motion “deeply chilling.”

It follows a debate which erupted in British Parliament after the Scottish National Party put forward a motion calling for an immediate ceasefire in Ga … ⌘ Read more

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How these 4 Black leaders in academia are paving the way for future generations
Black women are often underrepresented in leadership positions in higher education but these four leaders at the University of Toronto hope to continue to be part of changing that. CBC’s Dwight Drummond sits down with them to discuss their achievements, hardships and what they hope to instill in the upcoming generation. ⌘ Read more

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Dunkley by-election will have a ‘major impact’ on futures of both leaders
Sky News host Steve Price says the Dunkley by-election will have a “major impact” on the futures of both Opposition Leader Peter Dutton and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

“The quality of individual candidates and the raft of Independent and minor candidates running is almost irrelevant,” he said.

“This is a poll of 111,000 registered voters on the bi … ⌘ Read more

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Albanese wants to ‘hold on’ to younger voters: PM spotted going to Taylor Swift concert
The Australian’s National Editor Dennis Shanahan says Prime Minister Anthony Albanese wants to “hold on” to younger voters after he was spotted going to a Taylor Swift concert.

Mr Shanahan joined Sky News host Peta Credlin to discuss Mr Albanese’s reputation after attending the concert.

“Well the Prime Minister is constantly … ⌘ Read more

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Selena Gomez opens up about Benny Blanco romance
The singer/actress shared rare details about her relationship with the record producer in a new interview with Apple Music’s Zane Lowe. During the interview, Selena, 31, explained what is important to her when it comes to relationships. “Without getting into too much detail, I think it’s just really important to meet someone that respects you,” the singer said. “And I think it’s really nice to a … ⌘ Read more

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‘Weak’: Credlin slams Vic Opposition for letting new renewables target through parliament
Sky News host Peta Credlin has condemned the Victorian Liberal Opposition for waving through the state government’s new 95 per cent renewables target through the parliament’s lower house last Thursday night.

“It was not opposed in any way by the Victorian LINOs – Liberals in Name Only,” she said.

“So much for John Pesutt … ⌘ Read more

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Aust doesn’t have the personnel to ‘defend itself’: SA Independent MP calls for conscription
South Australia Independent MP Frank Pangallo says Australia needs to consider national conscription as the country “simply cannot defend itself.”

Mr Pangallo joined Sky News host Chris Kenny to discuss the need for national conscription amid the Defence Force’s recruitment crisis.

“This country cannot defend itself … ⌘ Read more

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Economics of recycling is ‘extremely opaque’
Menzies Research Centre Senior Fellow Nick Cater says he has “been concerned for a long time” about the economics of recycling.

Mr Cater told Sky News host Peta Credlin that it is “extremely opaque”.

“We don’t know how much is actually recycled and how much is just thrown away.

“We don’t know what it costs us really, because all that’s hidden in various ways.

“I’d like more openness about it.” ⌘ Read more

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Jodie Turner-Smith breaks silence on Joshua Jackson split
Four months after she first filed for divorce from the Fatal Attraction star, the Queen & Slim actress has spoken out about her post-split mindset. “Sometimes things we really want to work just don’t end up working. And that’s OK. The most important thing is that you choose what’s healthiest for you and your family and definitely your children.” The pair, who were married for fo … ⌘ Read more

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‘Astonishing’: Households paying $1,000 more for electricity than businesses
Sky News host Chris Kenny has expressed shock over revelations that households are being charged more than businesses to use the same amount of electricity.

The latest analysis from The Australia Institute has revealed that families are paying $1,000 a year more than big businesses to use the same amount of electricity.

This comes as households are … ⌘ Read more

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Australia ‘soft’ and ‘vulnerable’, warns SA Independent MP
South Australia Independent MP Frank Pangallo has warned Australia is “vulnerable” due to a lack of defence weapons and military personnel.

Mr Pangallo has called for national conscription to be considered over concerns Australia doesn’t have what it needs to defend itself in the midst of growing conflicts around the world.

“This country is rather soft and very vulnerable at the mome … ⌘ Read more

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