Efforts to broker a ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas are ramping up in the region.

Family members of Israelis held hostage in the Gaza Strip have stormed a parliamentary meeting in Jerusalem this week to demand that Israel's government does more to return their loved ones.

Hong Kong's judiciary face independence test at the trial of 76 year-old media mogul Jimmy Lai.

The highly anticipated Australian Open finals are taking place this weekend. Aryna Sabalenka returns to defend her title against newcomer Zheng Qiwen.

Things start to heat up as the US presidential elections looms closer. 

After many years spent in the diplomatic freezer, in 2023 Australia and China finally 'stabilised' the formal relationship, culminating in Anthony Albanese's visit to Beijing in November. 

We reflect on the big stories of 2023, including 'cossie livs', the PWC scandal, the Voice referendum and challenges to Prime Minster Albanese's political authority.

The NRMA is urging people to follow charging etiquette and plan charging stops ahead of time during the Summer holidays.

What are the current models being debated and who will ultimately make the call? Do the Palestinians get a say?

Big takeover bids and potential transactions in corporate Australia have peppered the end of this year.

The ABC Business Editor Ian Verrender wraps up the merger and acquisition action.