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Donald Trump's triumphant return to the White House - thanking Joe Biden for a 'smooth' transition of power.

The Anglican Church's most senior cleric steps down after revelations he failed to act on horrific abuse allegations against a church volunteer.

The rising number of Australians who are priced out of the housing market and being forced to rent for their entire lives.

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If you’re a believer that ‘every bit counts’ then you’ll be interested in what’s going on in the Bega Valley in New South Wales.

US President Joe Biden vows a peaceful and orderly transfer of power after Donald Trump's decisive election victory.

Donald Trump retakes the White House in an emphatic victory which sees the Republicans not only take back the Presidency but possibly both houses of Congress.

Anticipation's high as millions of Americans head to the polls in one of the divisive elections in decades.

Polls tied and nerves on edge as Donald Trump and Kamala Harris mine swing states for every last vote as the election finally draws near.

Donald Trump claims the only way Kamala Harris can win is if she cheats ... with polls showing the election is too close to call

When it comes to getting solar panels, the cost can seem pretty daunting for the average household.

The death toll from devastating flash floods in eastern Spain has climbed above 150, as rescuers work to help survivors.

Kamala Harris distances herself from Joe Biden's comments seemingly describing Donald Trump's supporters as 'garbage' but has the President already gifted the Republicans a big advantage?

How COVID eroded Australia's 'social licence' and made us unlikely to ever accept lockdowns again - so what do we next time a pandemic hits?;

With the US election set to go down to the wire, AM travels to Erie in Pennsylvania - a small city where voters could play a big role in who wins the White House.

What lessons are there for the Federal Government out of the Liberal National Party victory in the Queensland election? The most senior Labor politician in the state - the Treasurer Jim Chalmers - joins the program.

David Crisafulli will be the Queensland's 41st Premier after the Liberal National Party has swept to victory in the Queensland election

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Queensland's political leaders make their last-ditch appeal to voters as the state heads to the poll this weekend

With investors pulling their money out - is Australia's offshore wind industry in trouble?

Israel urged to sit down at the negotiating table with Hamas and Hezbollah as the US Secretary of State again visits the region to push for peace

With housing shaping up as a major election issue, the Government and the Coalition are flat out trying to convince voters they've each got the solution to the affordability crisis. The Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton speaks to AM

Business puts forward its plan to fix Australia's housing crisis.

Israel has confirmed it's killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar - the mastermind of the October 7 attack - in a firefight in Gaza.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy presents his 'victory plan' as Australia makes a major contribution to Ukraine's war-effort ... donating dozens of aging MIA1 Abrams tanks for its fight against Russia

Joe Biden warns Israel to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza or risk losing some of its military support.

The Government considers a ban on debit card surcharges

Fierce fighting between Israeli forces and Hezbollah as Benjamin Netanyahu warns United Nations peacekeepers to get out of the way.

Florida residents take stock of the damage in the wake of Hurricane Milton

Tornadoes and torrential rain lash the Florida coast as Hurricane Milton edges closer to landfall.

Hezbollah launches a massive rocket barrage as Israel claims to have killed the next-in-line to lead the terror organisation.

Israel under aerial assault as people across the globe mourn those massacred a year ago in the October 7 terrorist attack.

A bleak anniversary - it's been a year since Hamas terrorists murdered hundreds of Israelis in a vicious attack which now has the Middle East on the brink of a wider war.

The Israeli military has expanded its target area for air strikes in the Lebanese capital, Beirut, leaving residents uncertain about which locations are safe.

Eight Israeli soldiers killed in fighting with Hezbollah inside Lebanon.

The middle east conflict escalates as Iran bombards Israel with hundreds of missiles.

Israel carries out cross-border military incursions inside Lebanon, heightening fears of a possible ground invasion as it continues its attacks on Hezbollah.

As hundreds of thousands flee Israel's bombing in Lebanon - can all-out war be avoided in the middle east?

Israel vows to press on with its bombardment inside Lebanon - dismissing hopes for a ceasefire plan with Hezbollah.

As hundreds of thousands flee the flighting, Israel indicates it's gearing up for a land incursion into Lebanon as Hezbollah launches rockets into Tel Aviv.

Joe Biden says a diplomatic solution is still possible as more people die in Israeli attacks on Hezbollah positions in Lebanon.

Hundreds killed as Israel takes out Hezbollah positions on its northern border - the deadliest day of conflict in almost two decades

The UN chief warns Lebanon could become another Gaza as Israel and the militant group Hezbollah shape up for war.

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Hezbollah's leader vows retribution for the explosions of pagers and walkie talkies that have killed dozens.

A new wave of deadly blasts rock Lebanon  - this time 'walkie-talkies' spontaneously explode with Israel saying a new 'era of war has begun.

Many dead and thousands wounded as Lebanese Hezbollah fighters targeted by simultaneously exploding electronic pagers.

A man suspected of trying to assassinate Donald Trump appears in court as more details emerge about his arrest and possible motives.

The Secret Service on high alert as gunshots fired in former President Donald Trump's vicinity while he was playing golf in Florida.

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

The Federal Government unveils proposed laws to protect consumers from scams, with companies facing fines of up to 50 million dollars.

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It's a test which could decide the future of American democracy - Presidential candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris prepare for their first debate.

A rise in online bullying, doxxing and deepfake pornography prompts action with the Government set to ban children under 14 from accessing social media.

The Government and the Opposition work towards a deal to reform the aged care sector but big questions remain - especially whether the wealthier should pay more.

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Violence against women and children to top the agenda for today's National Cabinet meeting amid concern over funding delays from states and territories.

For the first time, Australia is preparing to do something that was once unthinkable and become a gas importer.

As the Government braces for tough economic news today, economists warn cutting migration might only make the situation worse.

Benjamin Netanyahu begs for forgiveness over hostage deaths but refuses to yield on key demands for a ceasefire deal - much to the growing frustration of the United States.

Protests sweep across Israel as demands grow for Benjamin Netanyahu to broker a hostage swap deal with Hamas.

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

The Federal Government faces growing internal dissent over its decision not to include gender identity and sexuality in the census.

Australia's energy grid on track to transition to renewables - but if projects are delayed, or fall over then blackouts will happen.

International students say they feel less welcome after the Government imposes a cap on overseas enrolments at universities.

Major disruptions expected across building sites today as sacked construction union officials hold a series of nationwide protests.

A shakeup for air travel with airlines to be held to account over how they treat their customers - including those with disabilities.

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

US presidential candidate Kamala Harris will today take centre stage at the Democratic National Convention to make the biggest speech of her political life so far.

Missing roofs, termites, rodents and no water - remote indigenous communities take legal action against a State Government to get their damaged homes fixed.

Poorly behaving politicians face punishment.

Delegates gather in Chicago for the Democratic Convention - will it give Kamala Harris political momentum in her race against Donald Trump.

A backbench revolt is brewing as the Government considers watering down digital gambling advertising reforms.

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

Five people including doctors charged over the drug-related death of Friends star Matthew Perry.

How a worldwide shortage of life saving intravenous fluids is causing serious problems for surgery patients in Australian hospitals.

Australia's shocking NAPLAN report - why are one third of students not meeting basic standards in literacy and numeracy?

Threatened, verbally abused and physically assaulted - more claims of building union thuggery as the Federal Government pushes to pass laws to force the CFMEU into administration.

The curtain closes on the Paris Olympics - Australia's most successful ever; A Four Corners investigation reveals the atmosphere of bullying, sexism and harassment that pervaded one of Australia's major commercial TV networks; and the campaign to abolish junior pay rates for younger workers - could it have unintended consequences?

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

Australia adds more medals to the tally in best Olympic performance yet;

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Kamala Harris picks Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate but can the former high school teacher help her win the 'blue wall' of American rustbelt states she needs for victory?

A possible recession in the US sparks a global sharemarket rout but economists say it's effectively ruled out any chance of an interest hike here in Australia.

Israel on high alert ahead of an expected Iranian attack after the assassination of the Hamas leader in Tehran

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

The biggest prisoner swap since the end of the cold war - a Wall Street journalist among those released in the deal between Moscow and the west.

The assassination of the Hamas' leader in Tehran - Iran warns of revenge as Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel is ready for 'any scenario'.

Anxiety across regional communities as Rex Airlines goes into administration after a failed attempt to take on the major airlines flying into capital cities.

Rex Airlines in a trading halt as losses from an expansion into major city routes mount up.

Fears of an all-out war growing as funerals held for children killed in a rocket strike in the Golan Heights that Israel's blaming on the Lebanese militant group, Hezbollah.

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

A strong typhoon has hit China's south-eastern coast after wreaking havoc in Tawain and the Philippines, and causing more than 20 deaths.

Australia to impose sanctions and travel bans on Israelis involved in violence against Palestinians in the West Bank. The Foreign Minister Penny Wong joins the program.

The head of the US Secret Service resigns after admitting failure over the assassination attempt on Donald Trump.

More senior Democrats throw their support behind Kamala Harris but has the Vice President got what it takes to excite voters enough to beat Donald Trump?

Joe Biden praised as a 'patriot of the highest order' as he bows out of the US Presidential race after weeks of pressure following a series of disastrous public appearances.

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

Back on stage after surviving an assassination attempt.. Donald Trump prepares to address the Republican National Convention.