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Emily Macdonald is a journalist based in New York, covering world news. Macdonald has embedded with troops in Afghanistan, hit campaign trails and reported on landmark court cases. She’s currently involved in a long term investigation into the best bagels in Brooklyn – at least that’s her story.

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WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 04: U.S. President Donald Trump addresses a joint session of Congress at the U.S. Capitol on March 04, 2025 in Washington, DC. President Trump was expected to address Congress on his early achievements of his presidency and his upcoming legislative agenda. Andrew Harnik/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Andrew Harnik / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)

Trump’s shock tariffs backflip as he takes aim at Canada’s PM

Donald Trump will grant surprising tariff exemptions to Canada and Mexico. It comes as he accused embattled leader Justin Trudeau of exploiting the trade war to stay in power.

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‘It’s so funny’: Meghan’s cheeky stab at friend

The Duchess of Sussex has bit back at US Office star Mindy Kaling, correcting her on a crucial detail about her identity.

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US First Lady Melania Trump (2nd R) stands as she is recognized by US President Donald Trump during Trump's address to a joint session of Congress in the House Chamber of the US Capitol in Washington, DC, on March 4, 2025. (Photo by Jim WATSON / AFP)

‘Romantic’: body language expert says Melania truly loves Trump

Melania Trump has long been perceived as aloof and even hostile towards her husband. But her demeanour during the President’s address suggests she actually adores him according to an expert.

Health

Professor Richard Scolyer is recovering from brain surgery in Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney

‘Complex’: former Australian of the Year undergoes brain surgery

Cancer experts worldwide are holding their breath as renowned Aussie melanoma guru Professor Richard Scolyer gives a brave update from his hospital bed amid his own health battle.

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A damaged car is pictured at the site of a car ramming attack in Mannheim, southwestern Germany on March 3, 2025. A car driven into a crowd in southwest Germany on Monday killed two people, authorities said, adding they had arrested a 40-year-old German man after the incident. (Photo by Thomas LOHNES / AFP)

Two dead in fresh German car ramming horror

Germany is reeling in the aftermath of its third deadly car ramming attack since Christmas. Police say the death toll could rise as the suspected motive behind the incident is revealed.

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Sofia Vergara enjoys a burger at the 2025 Oscars after party with Brazilian model Alessandra Ambrosio and Saudi Arabian film producer Mo Al Turki, Picture: Instagram

Oscars after-party antics revealed

Whether or not they walked away with a gong, A-listers were letting their hair down at the post-Oscars parties. See the pics.

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(COMBO) This combination of pictures created on February 19, 2025 shows, L-R, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky in Brussels on December 19, 2024 and US President Donald Trump in Washington, DC, on February 10, 2025. US President Donald Trump called Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky a "dictator without elections" on February 19, 2025, stepping up his attacks as tensions soar between Kyiv and Washington. (Photo by JOHN THYS and ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS / AFP)

‘Very good signal’: Zelensky to beat Putin to Trump meeting

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he’s optimistic Donald Trump will meet with him before the US President talks with Vladimir Putin ahead of an historic mining deal.

Europe

Britain's Prince William, Prince of Wales and Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales react as prepare to make Welsh Cakes, watched by Theresa Connor, owner of the The Welsh Cake Shop, during a visit to Pontypridd Market, south Wales on February 26, 2025. (Photo by Ben STANSALL / POOL / AFP)

‘How dirty can you be?’ William and Kate get cheeky

Prince William and Princess Catherine have put on a flirty display during an appearance in Wales.

Middle East

Trump shares ‘bizarre’ AI vision for Gaza

Donald Trump has unveiled his computer-generated vision for war-torn Gaza and it showcases a beachside resort featuring golden statues of the US President.

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BEIRUT, LEBANON - FEBRUARY 23: Israeli fighter jets fly overhead during the funerals for former Hezbollah leaders, Hassan Nasrallah and Hashem Safieddine, at the Sports City Stadium on February 23, 2025 in Beirut, Lebanon. Tens of thousands of people have gathered in Beirut to attend the funeral of Hezbollah's former leader, Hassan Nasrallah, nearly five months after he was killed in an Israeli airstrike on a southern suburb of the Lebanese capital. Nasrallah founded and led the Shi'ite Muslim group for 30 years, through decades of conflict with Israel and became one of the most prominent Arab figures in generations. (Photo by Daniel Carde/Getty Images)

Israel fighter jets taunt Hezbollah at funeral

Mourners at the funeral of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah shouted “death to Israel” as Israeli fighter jets did a fly-over. Watch the video.

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