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Argentina's Javier Milei wins in decisive midterms as Trump looms large
Argentina’s libertarian President Javier Milei has won decisive victories in the midterm elections, in an election where Donald Trump loomed large. Source link
'Spreading like wildfire': Schwarzenegger criticises gerrymandering surge
Former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has expressed concern over the “crazy gerrymandering” that is taking place across the US. Source link
Gavin Newsom to consider US presidential run
The California Governor says he will make a decision after the 2026 midterm elections. Source link
Hurricane Melissa strengthens to category five as it begins lashing Jamaica
The category five storm is threatening to unleash torrential rain and catastrophic flooding in the northern Caribbean, including Haiti and Jamaica. Source link
South-East Asia looks for more than a 'peace agreement' from Trump
The US president, who is on a lightning tour of South-East Asia this week, casts a long shadow in the region. But even as he signs deals, nations are contemplating a future without him. Source link
Who is Catherine Connolly, Ireland's new left-leaning, independent president-elect?
The 68-year-old former barrister is known for being one of the leading pro-Palestinian voices in the Irish parliament. Source link
Two US navy aircraft crash within 30 minutes in South China Sea
Both aircraft went down while conducting “routine operations” the US Navy said, adding that five personnel were “safe and in stable condition” after the crashes. Source link
Diplomat's memoir gives an insider's look at Solomon Islands-China deal
Former diplomat Lachlan Strahan used his memoir to criticise parts of the Coalition government’s response to Solomon Islands’ 2022 deal with China, while revealing some Australian officials pushed to impose “punitive” measures on Solomon Islands if it deepened security cooperation with China. Source link
British MPs consider motion to strip Prince Andrew of royal titles
It comes amid mounting speculation that King Charles III may force his younger brother out of his long-time home on Windsor Castle. Source link
Australia outpaces every nation including China in Pacific aid
Australia has cemented its position as the Pacific’s largest donor by far as other countries pull back on lending and prepare to cut back on foreign aid, according to the Lowy Institute. Source link