The Late Debate

Vandals given green light after a Captain Cook statue gets scrapped following repeated attacks, City of Sydney Council ties climate change to a ban on big park events. Plus, Trump touts strong partnership with the Saudis during his Middle East tour.

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NSW backs e-scooters despite rising safety fears as critics warn of chaos on wheels, UK Labour tightens migration laws as far-right rhetoric surges. Plus, the first group of South African refugees arrives in the US.

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The winners and losers of Albanese's cabinet shake-up, EU leaders go viral after a mysterious object sparks online storm. Plus, SA Education Minister steps into trans girl sports day controversy. 

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Queensland considers ban on smacking children as criminal offence, Tony Abbott addresses crowd and criticises Greens at Sydney anti-abortion rally. Plus, survey finds half of Britons say they wouldn’t fight for their country. 

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MinterEllison turns to generative AI to fast-track legal processes, raising questions about oversight and accuracy, over 600 claims follow M1 truck spill. Plus, Canada’s PM Mark Carney tells US President Donald Trump the country is not for sale.

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Mornington Peninsula councillors push to shift climate grants to Australia Day and Anzac Day events, Trump orders Alcatraz reopened for top offenders. Plus, first driverless heavy-duty truck hits US public roads.

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Liberal senator takes aim at Angus Taylor as leadership race begins, Nigel Farage delivers sharp warning after major local wins. Plus, Trump imposes 100 per cent tariff on foreign films to rescue Hollywood.

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New footage shows hero cop Amy Scott face killer, five-week inquest into Bondi stabbings, US and Ukraine agree to minerals deal. Plus, Trump admin puts focus on border crime.

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Penny Wong says an Indigenous Voice is inevitable, NT government toughens bail laws after teen on bail charged with murder. Plus, Onkaparinga Council considers rate hike on vacant land to spur development.

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Tony Abbott calls Welcome to Country ceremonies grating, Sophie Scamps criticised for linking NRL player Keith Titmuss’ death to climate change. Plus, teens arrested for suspected arson after chapel fire in Port Talbot.

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