March
Boys are in crisis, but it’s adults who need educating
The real problem hit Netflix series Adolescence has raised is one that hand-wringing over toxic masculinity won’t solve.
Trump bump: Global leaders rise in polls by defying US president
Even unpopular leaders like Emmanuel Macron are enjoying some relief from voters as they seek to ward off menaces from tariffs to the threat of US conquest.
Rachel Reeves unveils $28.6b repair job after UK growth downgraded
The chancellor’s midyear statement details cuts to welfare and government spending, and an increase in defence spending.
Albanese stresses support for Ukraine in talks with Starmer
The UK prime minister led the talks and said a “coalition of the willing” of the willing was in operational planning for a Ukrainian peacekeeping force.
PM to join world leaders’ talks on Ukraine peacekeepers
Anthony Albanese will take part in a hook-up of dozens of world leaders to discuss ending Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Starmer follows Albanese not Europe, as UK responds to Trump tariffs
The British prime minister has opted not to hit back with retaliatory tariffs, and instead wants broader trade talks with the US.
How world leaders are managing Trump
Malcolm Turnbull warns against forming a “conga line of sycophants”, but there is no universal view on the best way to handle relations with the US president.
Russia slams Albanese’s ‘irresponsible adventurism’ over peacekeepers
The Russian embassy has warned of grave consequences if Australia backs a European-led mission to protect Ukraine.
‘America can no longer be trusted’: AFR readers back Ukraine peacekeeping
A poll of The Australian Financial Review readers shows strong support for the possibility of Australia contributing troops to a peacekeeping force in Ukraine.
Dutton lashes Albanese over Ukraine troop commitment consideration
Australia’s military representative to NATO and the EU will this week attend a summit of countries offering to contribute to Ukraine peacekeeping force.
Hegseth hits back after China declares ‘we’re ready’ for war
The US defence secretary says “those who long for peace must prepare for war”.
Starmer, Macron seek to wrest Ukraine initiative back from Trump
European leaders have hatched plans to develop their own Ukraine peace deal that they’ll sell to the US president, including a peacekeeping “coalition of the willing”.
Star suspended; BHP’s gender backlash; 3 ways Trump may rock markets
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Trump says Zelensky has a bad hand. But he still holds an ace
The US president can put the Ukrainians in peril, but cannot force them into peace. This gives Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron a chance to deal the Europeans back in.
‘Full backing’: Europe rallies for Zelensky after Oval Office meltdown
Keir Starmer made a show of hugging the Ukrainian leader outside Downing Street, and will be joined by leaders from all over the Continent for crisis talks.
‘Gambling with WWIII’: How Trump and Zelensky’s fight unfolded
As the US president and his deputy ranted and bellowed in the Oval Office, it became clear they had staged a diplomatic ambush against Ukraine’s leader.
February
Trump softens tone on Zelensky after Starmer charm offensive
The UK PM used flattery and frank talk in his meeting with the US president, preparing the ground for Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky’s arrival.
ASX a sea of red; Star nears collapse; Profit season’s shock
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Treasurer has a ‘terrific relationship’ with Bullock: PM
Anthony Albanese backs Jim Chalmers after revelations he pressured RBA governors; Labor and the Coalition downplay Donald Trump’s AUKUS gaffe. How the day unfolded.
As Trump sides with Putin, Europe’s urgent race to rearm
If the US military ships out, the Europeans will need speed, cohesion and piles of money – not exactly attributes they’re famous for.