One sentence ignites US-China feud
China has smashed Washington over a subtle change made this week, with one official describing it as “serious regression”.
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Aussie winner from Trump’s tariff
An Australian business could be a major winner from Donald Trump’s steel tariff even if the country is not spared from the controversial levy.
Bizarre China ‘trend’ pays $45k in three days
It’s the small act of kindness that has gone viral, and a unique perk at one hotel stay that has resulted in tends of thousands of dollars in revenue.
Socceroo set to miss qualifiers
The Socceroos seem likely to be without one of their brightest young talents for next month’s games against Indonesia and China.
Chilling sign Trump is coming for us
President Donald Trump’s brutal tariffs have sparked global panic – and there’s a terrifying sign that Australia could soon be in big trouble.
‘Hostile’: Chilling sight in Aussie waters
The shocking arrival of Chinese warships in Aussie waters sparked widespread panic. And it could be just the start of things to come.
‘Stop it’: China furious at Australia
Beijing has reacted furiously to Canberra’s complaint after flares were dropped on a RAAF jet, saying Australia had “deliberately intruded”.
‘Bigger than Toyota’: China’s Aus price war
The latest EV from China is set for its Aussie launch, with the brand making no attempt to hide its bid to wage war against established brands.
China attacks iconic Aussie utes in new move
Australia’s most popular utes were already under assault from a Chinese rival and the war is about to get a whole lot worse.
Irankunda injured in blow to ‘Roos
It wasn’t a good weekend on the injury front for a couple of Australia’s top young players in Europe.
‘Go back to China’: Man’s disturbing rant
Shocking footage has captured the moment a man hurled racist abuse and flipped off a driver in a disturbing rant on the streets of Melbourne.
‘Attacks’: China erupts over Trump plan
China has slammed a “Cold War mentality” by the United States in a key region where they both share critical, economic interests.
ASX marks second best close on record
The Australian sharemarket closed just off a record high on Thursday, as renewed optimism in the US-China relationship, spurred a rally in key stocks.
‘Discrimination’: China fury at Australia ban
Beijing has hit back at a plan to ban controversial AI app DeepSeek on government devices declaring Canberra to be kowtowing to the US.
ASX snaps two day losing streak
The Australian market broke a two-day winning streak on Wednesday as markets saw through US-China trade tensions.
China claps back at Trump tariffs
China has responded with two strong gestures following Donald Trump’s bold demands of the superpower.
Chinese tariffs shake Aussie market
The Australian markets had a promising trading day until the last hour when news broke that China and the US had failed to negotiate on tariffs.
Broken promises on Chinese buses: Union
Plans to build more than 100 “flatpack” buses from China in one Australian state has drawn the ire of a powerful transport union.
Australia’s panic move as Trump gambles
Australia is seeking talks with America “as soon as is humanly possible” after Donald Trump slapped new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China.
‘Hoodwinked’: China is conning the world
An Australian economist says China is conning the world on an important global issue.
$10k hike: Trump bombshell on auto prices
Trump’s bombshell tariffs on auto imports have sparked industry-wide panic and are set to have severe consequences.
‘Unstoppable’: Trump slaps down Canada
Donald Trump is now cooking with gas as he fires up his first major tariffs on the three largest US trading partners.
Zoo busted painting dogs as tigers
A zoo in China has been called out after allegedly dying two dogs black and orange in order to make them look like tigers.
‘Mermaid’ brutally attacked by giant fish
This is the terrifying moment a young woman was attacked while working as a mermaid performer at an aquarium in China.
Popular lunar new year gift shifts home prices
Australian home seekers have been getting extra help from China-based parents during the week of lunar new year in the form of red envelopes with a generous gift inside.
Twist after China move obliterates US giants
US markets bled hundreds of billions of dollars after the release of a revolutionary Chinese AI — but one company has emerged as the surprise winner.
New China app confirms Trump’s worst fear
It’s official — China has leapfrogged the US in the AI arms race. And Donald Trump has reacted with a surprising claim.
China nukes US stock market, $1 trillion lost
The release of a single app from China wiped more than $1 trillion from the US stock market on Monday. Here’s what you need to know.
New US trade war could open door for China
Donald Trump’s plan to punish a key Latin American ally could lead to economic ructions in Australia down the line, an expert says.
Best bets, inside mail for Goulburn and Armidale on Tuesday
Richard and Will Freedman can parlay their weekend success into Tuesday’s meeting at Goulburn where they saddle up China Horse Club filly Synergize.
Big advantage to Australia amid China move
Two years after the WTA boycotted playing events in China fearing for the safety of a star player, a major event has been moved there.
Aussie A-League star chased by China
One of the A-League’s most talented midfielders who captained Australia’s under-17 team is pondering an offer to play his senior international football for China.
’Grave concerns’: Australia’s hidden shame
Products that the US deem inhumane – because they are coming from forced labour camps in China – are entering Australia.
TikTok is back, Musk has major issue
TikTok is up and running again in the US, after briefly going dark – and the wildly popular app’s developers say it has Donald Trump to thank.
ASX falls despite commodity boost
The Australian sharemarket slipped on Friday, despite a positive boost for the country’s commodity sector on the back of results out of China.
‘Threat’: What US-China bans mean for Aus
A US decision to impose sweeping bans on Chinese technologies will have huge ramifications for Australia, experts say.
‘We have a threat’: US moves on China, Russia cars
The US has taken drastic action to prevent the rising ‘threat’ of China and Russia with a landmark decision.
Satellite pics spark ‘invasion’ panic
It’s long been considered the final “red flag” for Beijing’s plans to invade Taiwan. Now, satellite photos have revealed a scary development.
Former Mariners star in sights of Socceroos coach
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic is considering his selection options ahead of Australia’s games in March against Indonesia and China.
China discusses selling TikTok to Elon Musk
Chinese officials are reportedly discussing Elon Musk potentially acquiring the US operations of TikTok ahead of its controversial ban in the US.
Rare protests in China turn violent
The alleged cover-up of a 17-year-old’s death saw brutal clashes erupt between police and protesters in China’s northwest.
‘Loaded gun’: China deal fears after blacklist
A global carmaker’s $1 billion deal with a Chinese tech giant has sparked fears after it was blacklisted by the Pentagon for Chinese military ties.
Fears as new outbreak spreads
Terrifying images shared on social media have raised fears of another deadly disease outbreak. But how worried should we be?
China pics that should terrify the world
Beijing has stunned the world with secret new combat aircraft spotted in Chinese skies in recent weeks. And they’ve left experts stumped.
Dark truth about virus ripping through China
A worrying new respiratory virus is reportedly overwhelming hospitals in China. But some experts say there’s an even bigger problem staring at us down the barrel.
Shock EV move: Chinese giant blacklisted
A Chinese tech giant has been added to a US military blacklist in a shock move that could have huge ramifications in Australia.
Death toll surges as earthquake rocks China
At least 126 people are dead and buildings have been flattened as a devastating earthquake rocks a remote Chinese region.
Worrying virus explodes in China
A debilitating respiratory virus has been detected in China with pictures of overrun hospitals causing alarm.
‘Pressure’: Carmakers brace for 2025 crash
Australia had a record year of car sales but panic is taking hold of the industry for several big reasons and China tops the list.
China’s crackdown on transgender star
Authorities have cancelled a number of shows from a popular transgender dancer and TV host, dubbed ‘China’s Oprah’.
Ominous secret Putin documents leaked
Top-secret Russian military documents reveal how Vladimir Putin is planning to exploit the chaos caused by any invasion of Taiwan by China.
New mystery virus claims rock China
Officials in China have hit out after unverified videos claimed to show hospitals being overrun by patients with flu-like symptoms.
Tesla brutally hit, China drops EV shock
Tesla has had the week from hell and it just got a whole lot worse after Chinese EV company BYD dropped a bombshell update.
Man missing from Rio Tinto ship
A large-scale search is under way for a man who has been missing for a week from a Rio Tinto vessel travelling to Australia.
Major China move shocks the world
The stunning sacking of China’s top military officials has sent shockwaves through the world’s largest military.
‘Go to hell!’: Trump’s Christmas rant
Donald Trump has posted a strange Christmas message, in which he has doubled down on his plans to purchase Greenland.
‘Sinister’ robot ‘replacing humans’ in China
A creepy “robocop” has been released in China, capable of chasing criminals on land or water – and striking with a range of weapons.
Albo deals $190m Pacific blow to China
Anthony Albanese has dealt a massive blow to China’s influence by striking a major deal with a key Pacific country.
Car giants confirm mega merger talks
Two of the world’s largest vehicle makers, with dealerships across Australia, have confirmed they could merge as China’s EV boom bites.
’Fatal’ China dilemma for Mercedes
Mercedes chief council urges the German automaker to rethink its strategy in China as sales dwindle, competition rises and internal pressures increase.
‘Certain countries’: China’s ominous warning
Beijing has issued a warning to “certain countries that infringe upon its rights” amid soaring tensions in the South China Sea.
Fresh option for Aussie tourists
Australian flight capacity to a huge Asian destination has increased with the arrival of a new airline in the country servicing Sydney and Melbourne.
‘Game changer’: China’s shock car of year win
Our shock 2024 Car of The Year winner isn’t just historic, it’s a wake-up call to a motoring industry that has grown complacent.
China’s $108 billion hit on Aussie economy
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has warned that a weakened Chinese economy will have devastating repercussions for Australia’s bottom line.
Bombshell ‘China clause’ threatens NRL deal
Among all the smiles and handshakes at the landmark PNG deal with the NRL came chilling news of a potential “China clause”.
Alarm grows over China war games
International concern is mounting as Beijing intensifies its pressure on Taiwan, with Taipei sharing a shocking discovery.
PNG to enter NRL in $600m cash splash
The Pacific island nation will officially enter the NRL in four years in a $600m deal that mixes rugby league with diplomacy.
$400m Australian move that trumps China
Australia has officially launched a $400m scheme that’s designed to support our neighbours “in times of need” in a major win over a key rival.
Aussie shares slump on bank, tech rout
A sharp sell-off in banking and tech stocks pushed the Australian sharemarket into the red on Tuesday, even as the heavyweight mining sector soared.
New China tech that will ruin Australia
Experts have unveiled a groundbreaking new innovation in China and it could be absolutely devastating for Australia.
‘High alert’: Scary scenes as nations on brink
Both sides have dramatically increased their military readiness as tensions reach a frightening new level.
Billionaire’s warning on Chinese immigrants
One of Australia’s richest people says he believes the solution to the housing crisis is increasing immigration levels to include ‘various types’.
Albo deals fresh blow to Beijing’s influence
Anthony Albanese has signed a new deal with a key Pacific Islands nation to counter China’s ambitions in the strategically important region.
Text message ruins woman’s life
A Melbourne couple who lost a staggering $1.9 million to scammers eerily came face-to-face with one of the criminals while they were holidaying in China.
Car giant burns billions in China failure
This automotive titan faces a massive financial setback as it fails to fire in the world’s largest car market.
Tycoon flees to China, daughter in custody
The daughter of a Thai medical tycoon, who fled to China following an alleged $340 million health scam, is now in custody.
Tycoon flees to China amid $340m scam
A Thai medical tycoon has fled to China with a warrant out for his arrest following an alleged $340 million health scam.
Huge shift in foreign buyers taking Aussie homes
A new global powerhouse has entered the foreign investment market in Australia. As China leaves, they are moving in.
Reason behind Tesla’s stunning freefall
Elon Musk’s Tesla is facing its toughest test yet in Australia and it all comes down to one thing.
China’s astonishing Aussie trade ban call
China has removed its last remaining ban on two beef exporters, ending a raft of restrictions and sanctions on Australian products which totalled about $20bn.
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