Cheaper medicines coming for all Australians in new bill this week

Australians can hopefully expect their medicine bills slashed very soon as the federal government brings key legislation to cut costs this week.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is expected to fulfil a key election commitment with a bill this week to reduce the price of medicines…[Read more]

Australia faces nervous wait as Trump’s tariff deadline looms

Australia is no closer to learning whether it will be hit by a higher tariff by the United States, despite President Donald Trump saying he’ll be handing down fresh duties later this week.
The so-called “reciprocal” tariffs were paused for 90 days, and the White House has recently…[Read more]

Suedlink – transporting renewable energy to the south

Construction begins in Bavaria on the final stage of this major power infrastructure project.

A ceremonial event in Bavaria has marked the start of construction work on the final and southernmost sections of the major Suedlink project, a key component of Germany’s energy transition. From the…[Read more]

Germany sees loneliness epidemic among young people

“How do I find friends?” is the most common question German influencers get asked on social media. Loneliness has become a pressing issue in Germany, with far-reaching consequences.

Three years ago, Felix Wunnike realized he had struck a chord with young people. Whenever the business psychology…[Read more]

Passenger train derails in Germany, killing three and injuring dozens

Officials say the crash killed the train’s driver and injured at least 50 others, with 25 of them in serious condition.

A passenger train carrying 100 people has derailed in Germany, killing at least three people and wounding dozens of others, according to officials.

The c…[Read more]

The rise of Japan’s far right was supercharged by Trump – and tourists

Japanese politics is a usually steady ship, verging on the boring most of the time.

Not anymore.

Last Sunday, a once obscure far-right party, Sanseito, surged from one to 15 seats in the elections, making them a serious contender in Japan’s political scene.

With their…[Read more]

Japan to start new residency system for foreign workers

The government has adopted a basic policy to start a new residency qualification system for accepting human resources from overseas in April 2027, in a bid to secure foreign talent.
In line with the move, the current technical intern training system will be abolished. The industry sectors to…[Read more]

Ceasefire ultimate goal in Russia-Ukraine talks: FM

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Wednesday that the ultimate goal of Russia-Ukraine talks is a ceasefire that will pave the way for peace.

Speaking at the Türkiye-Russia-Ukraine trilateral meeting in Istanbul as the Turkish metropolis hosts the third round of peace talks between Moscow and…[Read more]

July 15 association to expose coup, FETÖ facts in 54 countries

A new international initiative to share the truth about the July 15 coup attempt by the Gülenist Terror Group (FETÖ) has been launched, July 15 Association Chair Ismail Hakkı Turunç announced on Thursday.

Speaking at a news conference held at Istanbul’s Çamlıca Tower, Turunç s…[Read more]

Ankara condemns Israeli parliament’s call to annex occupied West Bank

Türkiye has strongly condemned the Israeli parliament’s recent resolution urging the government to annex the occupied West Bank, denouncing the move as a flagrant violation of international law and a dangerous provocation.

In a written statement issued Wednesday, the Fo…[Read more]

Wildfire kills 10 firefighters, rescue workers in Turkiye amid extreme heat

Local media report that 24 firefighters and rescuers were trapped by the wildfire, and that victims were ‘burned alive’.

At least 10 firefighters and rescue workers were killed and 14 others injured while battling a wildfire in Turkiye’s northwestern Eskisehir provi…[Read more]

Ishiba Weighs Timing of Resignation Amid Revolt in LDP; Prime Minister Seeks to Minimize Political Disruption

With Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba having decided to resign, the focus has now shifted to when he will make it official. Ishiba plans to choose a moment that will minimize disruption to key political events — reaching a formal agreement i…[Read more]

Osaka to Ban People Over 65 from Making Phone Calls at ATMs

Osaka Prefecture is introducing new AI-powered surveillance systems at ATMs to combat a surge in special fraud cases targeting the elderly. Beginning in August, residents aged 65 and over will be prohibited from using their mobile phones while operating ATMs under a new local…[Read more]

Asia markets rally on U.S.-Japan trade progress

Asia-Pacific markets opened on a strong note, buoyed by encouraging trade developments between the U.S. and Japan and growing optimism around a potential deal with the European Union.

Japan’s Topix index surged 1.4%, extending gains for a second day and setting a new all-time high, as CNBC r…[Read more]

What the US-Japan deal means for Asia and the world

US President Donald Trump has called the agreement he reached with Japan the “largest trade deal in history”.

It might be premature to make such claims, but it’s certainly the most significant deal since Trump announced his so-called Liberation Day tariffs in April which roiled stock markets…[Read more]

Franco-German MGCS tank project speeding up, Rheinmetall CEO says

The Franco-German MGCS main battle tank project, which has stalled for years, is speeding up and has political will on both sides, Rheinmetall chief executive (RHMG.DE), opens new tab Armin Papperger said on Thursday.
“This is what politicians want, but also industry,” he told…[Read more]

Alabali Radovan visits South Africa

Development Minister Reem Alabali Radovan (photo) has taken off on a trip to South Africa, aiming to deepen economic and political cooperation. “South Africa is a key partner for Germany in a world in which geopolitical tectonics are shifting,” the minister said.

She is also taking part in the G20 Development…[Read more]

German-Afghan relations under scrutiny over deportations

The German government’s policy of deporting Afghan criminals to Afghanistan relies on cooperation with the Taliban government in Kabul. The Islamists are hoping this is the first step toward diplomatic recognition.

“We have succeeded in organizing another deportation flight with convicted…[Read more]

Libya is ready to work with European governments to stem the migrant flow

The UN-backed government of national unity is working to ensure the rule of law in Libya and could tackle traffickers at source, writes Walid Ellafi

The ambition of Germany’s chancellor, Friedrich Merz, to join the UK-France migrant returns agreement overlooks one of the m…[Read more]

EU and US edge closer to trade deal as tariff deadline looms

US officials are ‘optimistic’ that an agreement could be imminent.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has said that negotiations between the European Union and the United States over a long-running trade dispute are making progress.

Speaking in Berlin on Wednesday ahead of a dinner wit…[Read more]