PM Anthony Albanese justifies a $100,000 New York trip for Communications Minister Anika Wells to rally global support for Australia's social media ban for under-16s, as her travel expenses face intense scrutiny.
The DUP will table a petition of concern against a Sinn Fein motion seeking Stormont's backing for European Parliament observer status. Vote set for Monday.
Sweden's SVT will participate in Eurovision 2026, rejecting a boycott over Israel's inclusion. Ireland, Netherlands, Spain, and Slovenia withdraw. Read the full story on the contest's political rift.
Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia will boycott Eurovision 2026 over Israel's participation. The BBC supports the EBU's decision, calling for inclusivity.
The Eurovision Song Contest faces a mounting boycott as Belgium and Iceland consider joining four nations in withdrawing over Israel's participation. The EBU's decision sparks a major rift.
The EBU confirms Israel's place at Eurovision 2026, prompting a boycott by Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Slovenia. The BBC supports inclusion, calling music a uniting force.
The BBC supports the EBU's decision to include Israel in Eurovision 2026, despite boycotts from Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Slovenia over Gaza. Read the full story.
Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia withdraw from Eurovision 2026 after the EBU permits Israel to compete. Discover the reasons behind the boycott and its impact on the contest.
The BBC has endorsed the EBU's decision to allow Israel to compete in Eurovision 2026, while Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Slovenia announce a boycott. Read the full story on the deepening cultural divide.
Ireland, the Netherlands, Spain and Slovenia pull out of Eurovision 2026, citing Gaza conflict. The BBC supports the EBU's decision to allow Israel to compete. Read the full story.
Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia will not participate in Eurovision 2026 after Israel was cleared to compete. Read the full statements and reasons behind the historic boycott.
Ireland, Spain and the Netherlands withdraw from the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest following the EBU's decision to include Israel. Read the full statement from RTE.
Ireland, Spain, and The Netherlands will boycott the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest after the EBU cleared Israel to compete. Read the full story on the diplomatic fallout.
Ireland, Spain and The Netherlands will boycott Eurovision 2026 after Israel was cleared to compete. The EBU adopted new voting rules amid controversy. Read the full story.
Ireland, Spain and the Netherlands will boycott Eurovision 2026 after the EBU cleared Israel to compete without a vote. Discover the fallout and new rules.
Israel will participate in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest after EBU members decided against a vote on its exclusion. New rules aim to curb political influence on voting.
Eurovision organisers are locked in talks over whether Israel can compete in 2026, with several countries threatening a boycott over the Gaza war. The contest's unity is at stake.
Australian Aged Care Minister Anika Wells justifies her $45,000 trip to the UN General Assembly, citing vital diplomatic engagement for the nation's interests on the global stage.
The EBU will hold a crucial vote on Israel's place in Eurovision 2026 following boycott threats from several nations. Read the full story on the escalating controversy.
The EBU could hold a vote on Israel's Eurovision future as multiple nations threaten a boycott over the Gaza conflict. A decision is expected this Thursday.
As trust in politicians evaporates, experts argue only public engagement can protect UK democracy from extremism. Discover the radical reforms proposed to restore accountability.
Ahmedabad, India, has been selected to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games centenary, beating Abuja. Discover the implications for the future of the Games.
Eurovision organisers announce major voting system reforms following Israeli interference allegations. Discover how transparency will be strengthened for 2026 contest.
A UN human rights rapporteur calls for the US to end its sanctions on Cuba, citing severe impacts on healthcare, nutrition, and education for the island's population.
Eurovision announces major voting reforms for 2026, including new limits and jury returns, following allegations of political interference. Discover the full story.
Eurovision organisers announce major voting system reforms following allegations of Israeli government interference. Discover how transparency will be strengthened for the 2026 contest.
UN General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock warns climate change is the century's top security threat, fuelling conflict and instability. Urgent global action is needed for a safer world.
The UN General Assembly has unanimously urged all nations to observe a truce during the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, promoting peace through sport. Discover the global response.
Aber Kawas, backed by Zohran Mamdani for NY State Assembly, faces scrutiny for claiming white supremacy caused 9/11. Read the full story on the political firestorm.
Isabella Gellis's eccentric folk horror opera The Devil's Den, featuring morris dancing and a sinister rabbit, receives its first full staging at Leeds's Howard Assembly Room. A unique blend of British folklore and modern mystery.