Scott Turner, a former NFL player and Texas state lawmaker, advanced past a key procedural hurdle in the Senate on Tuesday night, teeing up a final confirmation vote to lead the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) later this week. The nomination cleared the procedural vote by a margin of 55-45, with two Democrats joining Republicans. President Donald Trump announced Turner as his choice to be HUD secretary soon after his November election last year. BERNIE SANDERS, JOSH HAWLEY TEAM UP ON TRUMP PLEDGE TO SLASH CREDIT CARD RATES TO 10% In Trump’s previous administration, Dr. Ben Carson, a…
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SPOILER ALERT: This interview contains details of the film Memoir of a Snail. Adam Elliot never shies away from an opportunity to turn societal misfits into people worthy of love and acceptance on screen. Though his signature style places his characters through a series of unfortunate events, there is often a bit of levity and strength […]SPOILER ALERT: This interview contains details of the film Memoir of a Snail. Adam Elliot never shies away from an opportunity to turn societal misfits into people worthy of love and acceptance on screen. Though his signature style places his characters through a series of unfortunate…
Philadelphia Eagles star Jordan Mailata says its a big win for Aussies after the NFL announced it will bring regular season games to Australia from 2026. Philadelphia Eagles star Jordan Mailata says its a big win for Aussies after the NFL announced it will bring regular season games to Australia from 2026. Video: NFL games big boost for Aussies NFL games big boost for Aussies We’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We’re working to restore it. Please try again later. Brisbane Times Advertisement Philadelphia Eagles star Jordan Mailata says its a big win for Aussies after the NFL announced it…
There is a point where a government review becomes so broad, it ceases to be about anything at all. As it turns out, this one never was. There is a point where a government review becomes so broad, it ceases to be about anything at all. As it turns out, this one never was. Politics Victoria Victorian Parliament Opinion Chip Le Grand State political editor February 5, 2025 — 1.40pm February 5, 2025 — 1.40pm , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any…
Lin-Manuel Miranda is opening up about why he was ultimately not cast in the film adaptation of the Broadway musical Wicked. Jon M. Chu directed the movie musical, the filmmaker Miranda had worked with on the film version of In The Heights in 2021. “This has gotten blown away out of proportion,” Miranda told Stephen […]Lin-Manuel Miranda is opening up about why he was ultimately not cast in the film adaptation of the Broadway musical Wicked. Jon M. Chu directed the movie musical, the filmmaker Miranda had worked with on the film version of In The Heights in 2021. “This…
Nicho Hynes’ call for off-contract teammates to resign with the Cronulla Sharks is answered by Cameron McInnes. Nicho Hynes’ call for off-contract teammates to resign with the Cronulla Sharks is answered by Cameron McInnes. Video: McInnes answers Hynes’ contract call McInnes answers Hynes’ contract call We’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We’re working to restore it. Please try again later. Brisbane Times Advertisement Sport NRL Nicho Hynes’ call for off-contract teammates to resign with the Cronulla Sharks is answered by Cameron McInnes. February 5, 2025 — 1.45pm , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save videos for later…
The Albanese government seeks to prove its commitment to Medicare before the upcoming election – while holding out on a fresh five-year deal with the states. The Albanese government seeks to prove its commitment to Medicare before the upcoming election – while holding out on a fresh five-year deal with the states. Breaking Politics Federal Hospitals By Natassia Chrysanthos Updated February 5, 2025 — 2.13pmfirst published at 2.09pm , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement Australia’s public hospitals will get…
Stay up to date on today’s top national news stories with our live blog. Stay up to date on today’s top national news stories with our live blog. The nation’s largest cybersecurity firm has welcomed a move by the federal government to ban Chinese artificial intelligence app DeepSeek, but says critical infrastructure operators should now be ordered to follow suit. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke on Tuesday imposed the ban on DeepSeek, following warnings from cybersecurity company CyberCX that the app sends data back to the Chinese government. CyberCX co-founder Alastair MacGibbon, Australia’s former national cybersecurity adviser, welcomed the ban…
Surrounded by future opponents in Super Rugby, including two-time player of the year Beauden Barrett, Joseph Aukuso-Suaalii was the main attraction. Surrounded by future opponents in Super Rugby, including two-time player of the year Beauden Barrett, Joseph Aukuso-Suaalii was the main attraction. Sport Rugby Union Waratahs By Jonathan Drennan February 5, 2025 — 2.30pm , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement A John Eales medal winner and a two-time World Rugby player of the year were relegated to the role…
Hurry Up Tomorrow, the singer’s supposed swansong, is a lot – even, at times, completely captivating. Hurry Up Tomorrow, the singer’s supposed swansong, is a lot – even, at times, completely captivating. Hurry Up Tomorrow: the Weeknd’s death drive goes into overdrive. The Weeknd, Hurry Up Tomorrow There was something fittingly shameless in the Weeknd’s unlikely cameo at the Grammys this week, where he abruptly ended his years-long boycott of the awards show he once labelled “corrupt”. Grammys president Harvey Mason Jr might have framed the about-face as evidence of institutional change, but viewers knew the score: the guy’s got…
While rain has eased across the region, residents in the small community are also without power and telecommunicationsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA flood-hit town has been surrounded by water, cutting off power and telecommunications, as residents face a lack of fresh supplies after waking up to the news they have no running water.Flooding in Queensland’s north-east on Wednesday comes after days of downpours, forcing hundreds to evacuate and claiming two lives.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading…While rain has eased across the region,…
Dealing with an unpredictable, domineering Trump is not for everyone. Is Xi Jinping up for the fight? Dealing with an unpredictable, domineering Trump is not for everyone. Is Xi Jinping up for the fight? Business The economy Inside China Opinion By Shuli Ren February 5, 2025 — 2.35pm , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement President Xi Jinping has a nickname in China. Instead of calling him by name, people commonly use Da Da, or “Mr Big”. After all, he…
Chris Minns says while then-transport minister made some work calls during 2024 trip with husband, ‘it didn’t justify having a driver on the day’Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe New South Wales premier says Jo Haylen had to go once a second Hunter Valley trip using a chauffeur-driven car was revealed – and it became obvious she was not “justified” in having a ministerial driver that day.Chris Minns addressed the media on Wednesday for the first time after Haylen quit as transport minister on Tuesday over the…
More than 100 shareholders, including small farmers and their families, have each received shares in Kerry Group PLC worth more than €1m as part of a sell-off deal with Kerry Co-op.
Day three of Antoinette Lattouf’s unfair dismissal case continues with ABC managing director David Anderson in the witness box for two hours of cross-examination. Day three of Antoinette Lattouf’s unfair dismissal case continues with ABC managing director David Anderson in the witness box for two hours of cross-examination. Watch the case live on the Federal Court’s YouTube channel. Good afternoon, I’m Calum Jaspan, and welcome back to our live coverage of Antoinette Lattouf v the ABC in the Federal Court. ABC managing director David Anderson.Credit: Alex Ellinghausen We’re now on day three of freelance journalist Lattouf’s unlawful termination case against…
Jack Gibson-Burrell, 21, to remain behind bars over concerns the prolific design would continue across Melbourne if he was releasedFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA Melbourne man alleged to be the creator of the prolific “Pam the Bird” graffiti will remain behind bars, with a magistrate saying there was a risk of him continuing to target prominent locations to boost his social media notoriety if released.Jack Gibson-Burrell, 21, appeared in the Melbourne magistrates court on Wednesday morning where he was denied bail over concerns he would commit…
Uganda has begun an emergency vaccine trial to halt an outbreak of a deadly Ebola virus strain, only days after the first case was spotted.
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The first volleys in the latest US-China trade war made clear that Xi Jinping is taking a more cautious approach than during Donald Trump’s first term.
Nearly two weeks after Storm Éowyn destroyed electrical and telecommunications infrastructure along the west coast, a GP still has no landline or mobile phone coverage.