Several killed in major Russian attack on Ukraine’s Kyiv
Russia bombed Ukraine’s capital Kyiv on Wednesday killing at least nine people and injuring dozens.
EVs to cost more under a Coalition government, after Dutton’s apparent backflip on popular tax break
Polestar says Dutton’s move shows ‘a complete lack of understanding of the significant cost-of-living, climate and health benefits of EVs’
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Electric vehicles would cost more under a Coalition government, after Peter Dutton confirmed he would scrap a popular tax break for EV drivers in an apparent backflip that has caused confusion and anger among clean car advocates.
The initiative, which was introduced by the Albanese government in 2022, has meant if a person buys an EV priced under $91,387 through a novated lease program via their employer (when a lease is paid off through pre-taxed salary deductions) they do not have to pay fringe benefits tax (FBT) – even if the car is only for personal use.
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Continue reading...Anti-Hamas protests on rise in Gaza as group’s iron grip slips
Gazan civilians are losing their fear of Hamas, openly criticising the group on the streets and online.
Anti-Hamas protests on rise in Gaza as group’s iron grip slips
Gazan civilians are losing their fear of Hamas, openly criticising the group on the streets and online.
‘Morally repugnant’: Brazilian workers sue coffee supplier to Starbucks over ‘slavery-like conditions’
Brazil has been the world’s leading coffee producer due to the forced labour of enslaved Africans and Afro-Brazilians
“John” was just days from turning 16 when he was allegedly recruited to work on a Brazilian coffee farm that supplies the global coffeehouse chain Starbucks.
Soon after his birthday, he embarked on a 16-hour bus journey to the farm in the state of Minas Gerais – only to discover that none of what he had been promised would be fulfilled.
Continue reading...After Militant Attack in Kashmir, Pakistan Braces for Strike by India – The New York Times
- After Militant Attack in Kashmir, Pakistan Braces for Strike by India The New York Times
- Pahalgam attack: How will India respond to the Kashmir killings BBC
- India calls all-party meet, summons top Pakistani diplomat after Kashmir attack on tourists Reuters
- After Kashmir attack, India downgrades ties with Pakistan and suspends water treaty NPR
- SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme Suspended For Pak Nationals: What It Means NDTV
Kyiv hit by deadly Russian missile and drone attack – mayor – BBC
- Kyiv hit by deadly Russian missile and drone attack - mayor BBC
- Trump says he may meet Putin 'shortly' after May Middle East visit. The Kyiv Independent
- Russian drones batter Ukraine's Odesa as peace talks come to a crux Defense News
- Russia steps up strikes on Ukraine after Easter ceasefire ends Al Jazeera
- Russian drone attack injures three people in Ukraine's Odesa, governor says Reuters
South Korea’s ex-President Moon Jae-in indicted for bribery
Moon accused of appointing former lawmaker to nonprofit in exchange for hiring of his then son-in-law.
Albanese condemns Dutton’s pledge for mass public service cuts ‘only in Canberra’
Opposition leader’s comments suggest close to two-thirds of capital’s public service roles – which include many key agencies – would be slashed
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Peter Dutton has pledged to cut almost two-thirds of Canberra’s federal public servants if elected, in a move Anthony Albanese has criticised as “outrageous”.
In a testy press conference in Tasmania on Thursday morning, the opposition leader batted away questions about not visiting a single proposed nuclear power station site, as well as confusion over shifting positions on migration targets, tax breaks for electric vehicles and Coalition support for recognising West Jerusalem as Israel’s capital.
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Continue reading...Israel’s European allies urge lifting of ‘intolerable’ Gaza aid blockade – The Washington Post
- Israel’s European allies urge lifting of ‘intolerable’ Gaza aid blockade The Washington Post
- Israel rejects ‘ethically outrageous’ E3 statement demanding restart of Gaza aid The Times of Israel
- Macron's Vision: Peace, Security for Israel and a Palestinian State Without Hamas Haaretz
- Gaza is burning. UK NGOs must abandon failed diplomacy and fight back Al Jazeera
- Germany, France, Britain call on Israel to allow aid into Gaza Reuters
Pope Francis latest: Tens of thousands of mourners view Pontiff’s open casket at St Peter’s Basilica – The Independent
- Pope Francis latest: Tens of thousands of mourners view Pontiff’s open casket at St Peter’s Basilica The Independent
- In photos: Thousands line up to pay respects to Pope Francis Axios
- Cardinals prepare to battle over the future direction of the Catholic Church CNN
- Did Pope Francis ‘Pack’ the Conclave? Time Magazine
- In a bastion of Catholicism, Filipinos mourn Pope Francis and wonder who comes next The Guardian
Trump says lower tariffs depend on China, as US states sue over trade war
Wall Street rallies for second day on hopes of a de-escalation in trade tensions between world's two largest economies.
6.2 magnitude earthquake near Istanbul rattles Turkey – ABC News
- 6.2 magnitude earthquake near Istanbul rattles Turkey ABC News
- Istanbul earthquake live: More than 150 injured as buildings shaken in Turkey's largest city BBC
- Large earthquake hits off Turkey NBC News
- ‘I grabbed my cat and ran’: Istanbul panics as earthquake hits Al Jazeera
- Powerful Earthquake Shakes Istanbul, Sending People Into Streets The New York Times
Jordan bans Muslim Brotherhood after arrests over attack plots – BBC
- Jordan bans Muslim Brotherhood after arrests over attack plots BBC
- Jordan outlaws Muslim Brotherhood group, confiscates assets Al Jazeera
- Jordan bans Muslim Brotherhood as king visits Saudi Arabia AL-Monitor
- Jordan Cracks Down on Muslim Brotherhood The New York Times
- Jordan outlaws Muslim Brotherhood, confiscates assets and offices Reuters
Jordan bans Muslim Brotherhood after arrests over attack plots
It is not clear how the ban will affect the Brotherhood's political arm, which is the largest opposition group in parliament.
Why RFK Jr wants American cereal to be more Canadian
The US health secretary on Tuesday announced the country would ban eight commonly used artificial food dyes, some found in breakfast cereals.
Ex-Army Sergeant Gets 7 Years for Selling Military Secrets to Chinese Conspirator – The New York Times
Houthis shoot down growing number of US drones – ABC News
- Houthis shoot down growing number of US drones ABC News
- Yemen's Houthi rebels fire a missile at northern Israel, the first time for the group to reach there AP News
- What Air Defenses Do The Houthis In Yemen Actually Have? The War Zone
- Houthis say group downed US drone in northwest Yemen as US strikes continue Al Jazeera
- In first, Houthi ballistic missile triggers sirens in Haifa; IDF says intercepted The Times of Israel
Real Madrid beat Getafe to keep LaLiga leaders Barcelona in sight
Arda Guler scores the only goal of the football game as Real record crucial away win to keep title defence alive.
What will the IMF and World Bank do in the latest economic crisis?
Global financial institutions meet as turmoil brings fears worldwide.