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PM rejects Trump's claim that US asked for help in Strait of Hormuz — as it happened
Anthony Albanese says the US made “no new requests” for Australia’s assistance in the Strait of Hormuz, despite Donald Trump telling reporters he wasn’t happy with Australia. Source link
Home Affairs' chief digital officer is leaving
Headed to Austrade. Source link
Socceroos confirm final warm-up opponent before World Cup
The Socceroos will conclude their preparations for the World Cup in North America with a warm-up friendly against Switzerland, the first time they will have faced European opposition since 2023. Source link
White House to give US agencies Anthropic Mythos access
As organisations everywhere seek to evaluate model’s capabilities. Source link
Australia's fuel supply: Where things stand and what we're watching
We know you have to get where you’re going this weekend. ABC News is here to help with a round-up of all the key news on fuel price and supply in Australia. Source link
Westpac hires a chief AI innovation officer
Brings in CBA engineer for newly-created role. Source link
Migration debate deserves less politicking from the Liberals
The Liberals need to resolve the internal ambiguities they have on big policy questions when it comes to migration. Source link
'Same general, new clothes': Civilian facade as military hides wealth in Thailand
As the Myanmar military carried out air strikes during a brutal civil war, the junta chief’s family quietly purchased luxury real estate in Thailand. Source link
French president calls for ban on social media telling kids to read
Emmanuel Macron calls for a social media ban for children under 15, a monthly screen-free day for all, and urges high school students to switch off their phones. Source link
PM preparing Australia for protracted Middle East conflict
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese insists Australia’s sanctions on Russia and Iran will remain in place as the world scrambles to secure oil supplies amid a global crisis triggered by the Strait of Hormuz blockade. Source link