2 h. ago ‘I’m not going to be extorted’: Trump is staring down millions of Americans

Millions of Americans are losing food stamps with the shutdown on the verge of becoming the longest in US history. But Trump, who spent the weekend hosting a Gatsby-themed ball at his Florida club, says he is not for turning.

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3 h. ago Australia news LIVE: Ley’s leadership in peril as senior Liberals move to dump net zero; Albanese fires up in question time over housing; Afghanistan rocked by deadly earthquake

Follow along as we bring you the latest live news updates from Australia and around the world.

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3 h. ago Rates balancing act struggles as job ads dry up and shoppers put wallets away

The Reserve Bank will hold interest rates steady on Tuesday. But it will start to fret over the state of the jobs market and cost-conscious consumers.

Politics

3 h. ago Perth mum who stabbed daughter’s secret boyfriend spared jail

The 49-year-old mum of two stabbed a teenage boy that her daughter had sneaked into the family’s Parkwood home.

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6 h. ago Bank shares drive ASX into the green; Westpac gains 2.8 per cent

The Australian sharemarket moved higher on Monday, as Westpac’s results helped to spark a rally in the big four’s shares.

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6 h. ago Westpac boss says selling $21.4b RAMS loan book will help cut costs

The country’s second-largest mortgage lender will lose market share under a plan to sell RAMS, but CEO Anthony Miller says the move makes sense.

Economics

8 h. ago Australians gain new access to global private credit: the TermPlus perspective

A changing market is reshaping how investors think about income and diversification.

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13 h. ago ASX set to dip, Wall Street boosted by Amazon; RBA day on Tuesday

The Australian sharemarket is set for a tepid start to the week while mortgage holders are unlikely to get a helping hand on Tuesday.

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13 h. ago The deported kingpin, the Chinese gang and the vape brand controlling an Australian black market

Intelligence shows notorious kingpin Kazem “Kaz” Hamad has partnered a China-based crime group to command the entire supply chain of illegal vapes flooding the Australian market.

Politics

13 h. ago ‘Cruel beyond belief’: The legislative push upsetting expert doctor

A dozen NSW upper house MPs are behind a move to change voluntary assisted dying laws. They face a High Court challenge if they proceed.

Politics

18 h. ago House values accelerate as lower rates, policy and supply combine

The Reserve Bank is unlikely to deliver further rate relief as past cuts, higher inflation, government policies and low supply hit the property market.

Events

30 h. ago These Bluetooth headphones cost $1000. They’re still a bargain

The premium noise-cancelling headphones market has never been more competitive or expensive. But there’s one clear leader, and it’s not Apple.

Economics

37 h. ago Selfies can be a bit cringe, but here’s how to take a good one

An expert shares tips on the right lighting, make-up and poses, and what to do if it all gets too much.

Politics

37 h. ago This man spent six years in jail, but experts say his case has question marks all over it

Jesse’s baby boy was very sick and then, according to him, the child had a seizure. A medical team disagreed and within days he was on the path to a prison cell.

Events

37 h. ago How to build a Bear: New NRL club hits market with $12m cheque – and a warning from Wayne Bennett

Now they can start signing players, the Perth Bears must build a competitive roster from scratch. Will they Moneyball their way to success or blow the cash?

Events

39 h. ago More than 100 donkeys to be shot after Kimberley station owner loses long

Chris and Jacqueline Henggeler have argued that the donkeys have been useful to restoring ecosystems on their 78,000 hectare cattle property and have spent years trying to protect them.

Politics

47 h. ago ‘Just keep a lid on it’: Zahra wins four on Derby Day but wants more as cup carnival continues

Mark Zahra rode four winners on Victoria Derby Day including Observer in the feature race on a glorious spring day at Flemington.

Politics

48 h. ago The highs and lows of racing: Zahra’s dream Derby Day as Prebble opens up on life

A crowd of 86,112 were witness to a memorable Derby Day, where leading Melbourne trainer Ciaron Maher’s group 1 double was overshadowed by Mark Zahra’s dream run.

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49 h. ago ‘I’d do anything to get half my body back’: Prebble opens up on life

Tom Prebble has opened up about the day he lost all feeling below the waist as he visits Flemington on a day Mark Zahra reigns supreme.

Politics

53 h. ago Investor sellers lose money on $680,000 Moorabbin unit at auction

Three first home hopefuls attended the auction in Melbourne’s strongest market, but not everyone participated.

Economics