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Countries worldwide have reacted to the latest US tariffs imposed under Section 301, which target 60 to 80 trading partners with duties of 10 to 12.5 percent. Australia, New Zealand, the EU, and China have rejected the forced-labor rationale, with China signaling it will hold off on retaliation.
Pauline Hanson's recent comments on domestic violence have sparked concern, but analysis suggests they reflect a long-standing pattern rather than a political stumble. Her history of aligning with men's rights groups and blaming the media for controversies is well-documented.
Britain says its armed forces are ready to defend the country after Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps warned that any base used by the US is a 'legitimate target'. The UK continues to support US defensive operations while ruling out involvement in offensive strikes.
Local elections in Pakistan-administered Kashmir are set for July 27 amid calls for boycott and ongoing unrest. The outlawed JAAC demands the abolition of 12 reserved seats for refugees, a move the region's Supreme Court has ruled constitutionally protected. Over 30 people have died since June in related violence.
The Trump administration has imposed new tariffs on over 80 countries, citing failures to enforce forced labor bans. Democrats and some Republicans criticize the move as a pretext for an illegal tariff policy, while Brazil rejects the administration's justification.
Russian Investigative Committee Chairman Alexander Bastrykin says over 16,800 foreign mercenaries have joined Ukrainian forces, while Ukraine's military ombudswoman reports about 16,000 foreign volunteers from 72 countries. Both figures highlight the international dimension of the conflict, with nearly 40% of volunteers coming from Latin America.
South Korea's veterans ministry announced plans to identify and honor more independence activists, award over 600 previously unrecognized patriots, and launch a special bill for the 2029 Invictus Games in Daejeon. Minister Kwon Oh-eul also highlighted expanded compensation for surviving spouses and descendants of veterans and activists.
The United States has imposed new tariffs of 10-12.5% on imports from 60 countries, citing inadequate enforcement of forced labor bans. The tariffs, set under Section 301, affect seven African nations, while Namibia is exempt. Reactions vary, with some small businesses seeing the new rates as manageable compared to previous tariffs.
Jürgen Klopp has been appointed head coach of the German national team, succeeding Julian Nagelsmann. His contract runs until 2030, and his first match will be against the Netherlands in September.
Six candidates vying to lead the United Nations presented their visions during a debate at the UN General Assembly, emphasizing the need to restore credibility amid a profound financial and confidence crisis. Former Senegalese President Macky Sall pledged to restore trust, while others highlighted their experience and ability to engage all sides.
Diplomats gather at the UN to decide whether to permanently remove ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan, who faces sexual misconduct allegations. Khan, barred from the U.S., denies the findings, while his supporters frame the move as political retaliation for the Netanyahu arrest warrant.
The United States announced new tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on 60 trading partners, including China, India, Japan, South Korea, and the European Union, over forced labor enforcement. The duties take effect Friday, replacing a temporary 10% global tariff that expires at the same time.
Australia has announced a further US$3.2 billion investment in the Osborne shipyards for nuclear-powered submarine construction under the AUKUS pact. The funding will develop a fabrication hall and other infrastructure, with the first AUKUS-class submarine expected in the early 2040s.
The Trump administration has imposed new tariffs on over 80 countries, ranging from 10% to 12.5%, replacing a temporary global duty. The tariffs, justified under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 and linked to forced labor investigations, affect major trading partners including the UK, Canada, Mexico, China, and the EU.
The US has imposed new tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on imports from 60 trading partners, including Australia and Russia, citing inadequate enforcement of forced labour bans. The move replaces temporary global tariffs and has drawn criticism from affected governments, particularly Australia.
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun held a series of bilateral talks in Manila, meeting with counterparts from the EU, Britain, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, alongside ASEAN member states. Discussions focused on deepening cooperation in security, defense, economic security, energy, and critical minerals. The meetings also covered follow-up measures on agreements with the EU and coordination on global issues such as the Middle East and Ukraine.
Britain's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, has announced a 20% cut in business rates for pubs, clubs, and live music venues in England, the third major policy move in as many days. The measure, funded by reviewing reliefs and cracking down on tax non-compliance, is expected to save typical venues around £1,100 a year.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is pushing forward with his devolution agenda, opening No 10 North in Manchester and granting regional mayors greater fiscal powers. The plans have drawn criticism from the Conservatives for being vague.
Axel Rudakubana, who murdered three girls in Southport in 2024, has been transferred from prison to Broadmoor psychiatric hospital after psychologists concluded he could not be managed safely in jail. He now faces new charges of assaulting prison staff. Families of the victims accuse him of manipulating the system.
A Guardian investigation has revealed that CT Group, a lobbying firm co-founded by Lynton Crosby, offered cash incentives to journalists to write stories favourable to its clients. MPs, transparency campaigners and industry bodies have condemned the practice as an attack on democracy, while CT Group disputes the claims.