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From punches to political pageantry: Our best WA photos from April
These are the Perth newsroom's top picks for photography across April, including art therapy, moments on the campaign trail and a peek behind the scenes at a visit from ABC's national breakfast TV program.
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Russian clout fading, China reshaping Central Asia energy sector
China has been developing closer ties with countries in Central Asia over recent years. Trade between China and the Central Asia region grew to US$89 billion in 2023, an increase of 27% on the previous year. Chinese trade rose with every country there except Turkmenistan. In my paper from June 2024, which is part of [โฆ] The post Russian clout fading, China reshaping Central Asia energy sector appeared first on Asia...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Most mainland Chinese citizens oppose use of force to unify with Taiwan: survey
Yet on Russiaโs actions in Ukraine, India border claims and South China Sea, respondents voiced more hawkish views backing Beijingโs stance.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:US-China trade war has left ordinary people stuck in the middle
The implication that Chinese peopleโs aspirations for prosperity must be curtailed to preserve American primacy is deeply problematic.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Independent wave challenges 'rusted-on' status quo in Monash
A Liberal stronghold is under pressure in Victoria as a veteran MP turns independent and a Climate 200-backed challenger looms with a well-resourced grassroots campaign.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:UK in talks with France, Saudi Arabia over recognising a Palestinian state
European and Arab powers push for resolution to crisis caused by Hamas-Israel war as UN conference nears
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:What can we learn from the first 100 days of Trumpโs second term?
Impact of US president's policies and actions felt globally.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Rubio urges de-escalation in India, Pakistan calls amid soaring tensions
Islamabad asks the US to help ease tensions with New Delhi after receiving 'credible intelligence' of imminent strike.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Venezuela Congratulates Vietnam on 50th Anniversary of Liberation, Reaffirms Strategic Alliance
On the 50th anniversary of Vietnamโs liberation, Venezuela celebrates the historic victory over imperialism and reaffirms its commitment to revolutionary solidarity and a multipolar world, highlighting the enduring partnership between the two nations. Related: Vietnam Marks 50 Years of Liberation with Grand Military Parade As Vietnam marks the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of Saigon, [โฆ]
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Climate concern shrinks in blue-ribbon Curtin, as Kate Chaney fights to survive
Even in WA's most affluent electorate, cost-of-living pressures are weighing on voters' minds, as Curtin hopeful Tom White tries to win back the prized seat for the Liberals from teal independent Kate Chaney.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Amazon to spend $4 billion on small town delivery expansion
Amazon announced it will spend $4 billion by the end of 2026 on expanding deliveries to small towns in rural America.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Trump golf course deal announced in Qatar ahead of US president's visit
Trump golf course deal announced in Qatar ahead of US president's visit Submitted by MEE staff on Wed, 04/30/2025 - 20:53 The real estate deal will be built in partnership with local firm Qatari Diar, as well Dar Global, a Saudi entity Locals look at the 3D model of Trump International Golf Club and villas project launched between Qatar Diar and DarGlobal in Doha, Qatar, on 30 April 2025 (Bassam Masoud/Reuters) Off In...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Nuclear is back on Australia's election agenda - will it reignite toxic 'climate wars'?
Some worry renewed debate over Australia's energy future is reopening the "climate wars" of years past.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Nuclear v renewables: The coal mining town caught in Australia's climate wars
Some worry renewed debate over Australia's energy future is reopening the "climate wars" of years past.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Nicaragua Congratulates Trinidad and Tobagoโs Prime Minister-Elect
โWe reiterate our commitment to continue deepening the bonds of Caribbean brotherhood, mutual respect and solidarity that unite us,โ the Nicaraguan authorities said. The President of Nicaragua, Commander Daniel Ortega Saavedra, together with Vice President Rosario Murillo, sent a message of congratulations to Her Excellency Kamla Persad-Bissessar, Prime Minister-elect of Trinidad and Tobago on Wednesday. [โฆ]
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Days out from the federal election, this is what voters are telling Your Say
After five weeks, and tens of thousands of contributions, the ABC's Your Say project has finished this election campaign where it began โ with voters appealing for bolder ambition from their political leaders.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Paramount ready to settle $20bn Trump lawsuit against CBS News
Potential deal comes after studioโs owner Shari Redstone grew frustrated with โbalanceโ of coverage
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:US plans to eliminate security office coordinating with Palestinian Authority
US plans to eliminate security office coordinating with Palestinian Authority Submitted by MEE staff on Wed, 04/30/2025 - 20:27 Elimination of US Security Coordinators Office would further downgrade US-PA ties after head of Palestinian affairs resigned Security forces deploy in the Jenin camp for Palestinian refugees in the occupied West Bank, on 18 January 2025 (Jaafar Ashtiyeh/AFP) Off The Trump administration plans...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Morning Mail: Nationals in One Nation deal, the man behind the Trumpet texts, top gong for Amyl and the Sniffers
Want to get this in your inbox every weekday? Sign up for the Morning Mail here, and finish your day with our Afternoon Update newsletterMorning everyone. Today we look at a One Nation candidate who has promoted Covid and climate conspiracy theories, and whose preferences could decide a crucial regional seat after a deal with the Nationals.The US economy has shrunk amid the Trump tariff panic, Amyl and the Sniffers...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Federal election outcome could shape the future of manufacturing
With Australia's local supply chains in sharp focus in the lead-up to the federal election, industry figures are calling for more ambitious action to help manufacturing thrive in an uncertain world.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Firm linked to major gambling company conducting NT government racing review
A review of the Northern Territory racing industry is being undertaken by a consultancy firm that also represents Australiaโs largest gambling company, sparking questions about its integrity.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Live: Dutton says election not a referendum on campaign, as polls show Labor gain
Anthony Albanese is campaigning in Perth and Peter Dutton is back in Brisbane. Follow live.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Driver, 21, charged after Bundaberg cyclist killed in alleged hit-and-run
Police allege a vehicle struck the cyclist on Wednesday night and drove away.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:De Minaur departs Madrid Open after straight-sets loss
In a blow to his clay court season, Alex de Minaur's Madrid Open comes to a crushing end, beaten in straight sets by Italian Lorenzo Musetti.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Would more fines be the answer to tree vandals? Or is jail time the answer?
Two harbourside Sydney councils say support to find and prosecute offenders who cut down, vandal or poison trees is the next step in tackling the destruction.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:S&P 500 closes higher as investors shrug off disappointing US data
Blue-chip index concludes its seventh consecutive session of gains
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Arab-American Trump voters have reservations but stand by their decision
Arab-American Trump voters have reservations but stand by their decision Submitted by Yasmine El-Sabawi on Tue, 04/29/2025 - 17:13 Middle East Eye revisited those who celebrated Trump's November win to ask how they're feeling after 100 days in power Then-Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump is joined by his daughter's Lebanese father-in-law, Massad Boulos, during a campaign stop at the Great Commoner restaurant...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Ukraine, U.S. officials sign natural resources deal
Ukraine and the U.S. said on Wednesday they signed an agreement on a joint fund to invest in Ukraine's reconstruction, and a draft of the deal said it would give Washington preferential access to new Ukrainian natural resources deals.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Palestinian student at Columbia released after being arrested at US citizenship interview
Mohsen Mahdawi is out on bail as he challenges the Trump administrationโs efforts to deport him for taking part in Gaza protests.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:16 countries to ask EU for fiscal leeway to spend big on defense
Germany is the only one of Europe's big five economies to take up the EU executives offer.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:How a mortgage transforms your investment portfolio
They turn retail savers into hedge-fund managers
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:N.C. Treasurer Names Conservative Climate Skeptic to State Utilities Commission
Donald van der Vaartโthe stateโs former environment secretary and a climate skeptic who was shortlisted for EPA administrator during the first Trump administrationโhas been appointed to the North Carolina Utilities Commission by Republican Treasurer Brad Briner. Van der Vaart started his career in state government as a 20-year employee in the Division of Air Quality [โฆ]
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Drivers abandon vehicles after wildfire engulfs Israeli highway
A major highway in Israel was closed after wildfires engulfed it with flames and smoke.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Trump says US kids may get โ2 dolls instead of 30โ but China will suffer more in trade war
The comments come amid news of the US economy shrinking, which the president โhas nothing to doโ with his tariffs.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:How does consciousness work? Duelling scientists tested two big theories but found no winner
When it comes to consciousness, theories are like toothbrushes. Everybody has their own and nobody wants to use anybody elseโs.
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