Trump to meet Biden in White House amid Aussie tariff fears
The White House has revealed when Joe Biden will meet with Donald Trump as fears grow about the president-elect’s impact on Aussie trade. Follow updates.
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‘Putting you on notice’: Trump ally tipped to lead CIA reveals plan
A close ally of Donald Trump, who is tipped to become the head of the CIA, has said he will come after the President-elect’s critics. Follow updates.
Trump’s new world order: How he could change war zones
Donald Trump becoming the US president again comes at an even more turbulent time. Here’s how his presidency could change the course of major global issues.
’Drill, baby, drill’: Trump’s win sparks new Aussie mining push
Australia’s gas industry has now come into sharp focus for deal-makers on the back of a Donald Trump victory in the US election.
Iran reacts to US Trump kill plot claim
An Iranian operative who is on the run was asked to surveil and assassinate Donald Trump before the US election. Now two hitmen he recruited for another kill plot have been charged.
‘I’m told you’ve said bad things’: When Trump rings Rudd
Donald Trump phoned Kevin Rudd, and he didn’t skirt around the scathing comments the Aussie made about him. Read the full transcript written by Patrick Carlyon.
Why US city voted for Trump for first time in 96 years
It was the epicentre of America’s border crisis. But there’s another reason why it voted for a Republican presidential candidate for the first time since 1928, writes Tom Minear.
Harry and Meghan’s luxe property portfolio expands
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s global property portfolio is growing after a recent purchase. See where they have bought up and splashed their cash.
How Trump can actually ‘heal’ America
Donald Trump has vowed to wield new power as president and ‘heal’ the country. Here’s what this monumental promise will involve.
Meghan and Harry seen together for first time in three months
A matching Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have appeared together for the first time since August amid concerns president-elect Donald Trump’s win could impact the Prince’s US visa.
How can broken Democrats fight back
The Democrats have already switched their focus to the next election and are considering some big changes to defeat the Republicans at the polls in 2028.
Trump and Biden’s unexpected move after first call
In his first interview since declaring victory, Donald Trump has revealed the unexpected outcome after taking Joe Biden’s call.
How Trump victory is a lesson for Labor
Labor should be worried because Australian voters have suffered a much bigger decline in real incomes than the Americans who just threw out the Democrats, writes James Campbell.
‘Ice Maiden’ appointed Trump’s White House chief of staff
President-elect Donald Trump has announced Susie Wiles will serve as his White House chief of staff – the first woman ever to do so.
‘On day one’: What Trump will do first
When Donald Trump marches into the Oval Office, he will want to transform the United States before he goes to bed upstairs that night.
Inside Trump’s election party
Miranda Devine and Elon Musk have shared a glimpse into what has been unfolding at Donald Trump’s election party.
Judge in Trump’s ‘hush money’ case ‘to toss felony rap’
Donald Trump has won himself a get-of-jail free card, with the Department of Justice looking to “wind down” his criminal cases and a judge consider tossing the Stormy Daniels conviction.
Elon Musk’s trans daughter is ‘leaving US’ after Trump win
Travis Kelce joins a growing list of celebrities under fire and having meltdowns over Donald Trump’s win, including the transgender daughter of Elon Musk.
Rudd’s future in doubt amid calls to resign
Kevin Rudd is facing calls to resign Australia’s top diplomatic post in the US after he made scathing comments about Donald Trump before he won the election.
JLo’s former staffer spills on what went down during her Diddy years
Jennifer Lopez’s former staffer has revealed what it was like working for the singer while she dated accused sex trafficker Sean “Diddy” Combs.
The swing states that gave Trump back his presidency
The US election was won in seven swing states. See the detailed results and the photos of joy and defeat inside the battlegrounds that handed Donald Trump back the keys to the White House.
Map reveals scale of Trump’s election win
Donald Trump has broken through the “Blue Wall” and delivered defeat to Kamala Harris. See exactly how the election went down with an in-depth look at the results of every state.
Hackers threaten Trump, Harris; President-elect spotted with Musk
Cybercriminals have issued threats to both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, as the President-elect has been spotted with Elon Musk and other famous faces.
‘Yes’: Kamala Harris’ phone number, records leaked
Kamala Harris’ phone number and records have been leaked online by a hacker, who has also issued a threat to Donald Trump in an extraordinary security breach.
Why Aussies are staying in US for Trump
While others have vowed to leave the US following Donald Trump’s victory, Aussie expats have explained why they are choosing to stay put.
Friends star’s loving message for Matthew Perry
Courteney Cox is the latest Friends star to pay tribute to Matthew Perry a year after his death, by sharing a cute throwback photo.
MAGA family: How Melania became Trump’s election enigma
Melania Trump has always had one foot in and one out of her husband’s political ambitions. See who in the MAGA Family could define the contours of the next Oval Office.
Fact v fiction: Trump, Harris election claims explained
Beat-ups. Hoaxes. Misinformation. These are the latest claims and counterclaims about Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.
Diddy’s gross checklist for ‘freak off’ party girls revealed
Sean “Diddy” Combs had a very particular list of requirements when it came to the kind of vulnerable young women he wanted to attend his “freak off” parties.
What Trump 2.0 means for world leaders
World diplomacy could change drastically depending on the outcome of the US Presidential election. See who might come up trumps, if Donald Trump returns to the White House.
Melania’s rare show after Musk’s trillion-dollar vow
Donald Trump’s latest rally was packed with stars and profanities, a glowing introduction by wife Melania and a huge statement from Elon Musk.
Unexpected Swift comments about Diddy resurface
A 2011 interview in which Taylor Swift talks about Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has resurfaced as the rapper faces charges of sex trafficking and racketeering. Watch video.
Why Trump feels the love in the city trying to lock him up
New York is not a state that will decide the US election. It is, however, indicative of what could be a stunning twist in the race.
AUKUS subs plan ‘could be torn up’ if Trump wins
A top adviser has warned there could be dire consequences for Australia’s plans to acquire a fleet of nuclear-powered submarines if Donald Trump wins the US election.
Jackman’s ex ‘suspicious’ of Broadway co-star before split
Deborra-Lee Furness was believed to have been concerned about ex-husband Hugh Jackman working with Sutton Foster, it has been claimed.
Trump reveals ‘biggest mistake’ of his presidency
Donald Trump has told influential US media commentator Joe Rogan where his presidency went wrong, why the 2020 election was “rigged” and called the women of The View “stupid”. See the video.
Harris throws massive party with celebrity pals
Kamala Harris turned her campaign rally into a star-studded festival with the help of her high-profile supporters. Here’s how the day played out in the US presidential election.
Harris calls in star power in final election pitch
Megastar Beyoncé will headline Kamala Harris’ campaign appearances in a final pitch to voters as the race to the White House continues.
Obama raps Eminem’s ‘Lose Yourself’ at rally
Former President Barack Obama has lost himself in the music, performing in front of Kamala Harris’ supporters — and Eminem himself. See the video.
Trump lashes Harris as Ex model claims he groped her
Donald Trump has come out swinging against Kamala Harris as a former top model accused the presidential nominee of “groping her” in a twisted game with Jeffrey Epstein.
Why America has never had a woman president
America has had plenty of female presidents on screen, but never in real life. As Kamala Harris guns for the White House, here’s why that final glass ceiling has never been broken.
Imagine if Harris praised Hitler and called veterans ‘losers’
Donald Trump is brushing off stunning allegations that would surely end Kamala Harris’s campaign if they were levelled against her. It begs the question: can anything stop him?
Kamala Harris faces new scandal that could up-end election
The campaign of Kamala Harris has been rocked by sensational claims she plagiarised Republican congressional testimony as a Senator, and presented a fake sex trafficking story as a real case.
Trump v Harris in dead heat as election showdown looms
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are in a statistical tie as new polling shows voters moving in an unexpected direction in the home stretch of the race to the White House.
‘I love salt!’: Hilarious moment Trump serves fries at Maccas
Donald Trump worked the drive-through at a Maccas store, as a singing legend serenaded Kamala Harris on her 60th birthday. Watch video.
Trump v Harris: How their wealth and private fortunes compare
Donald Trump is the only president of the modern era to give up the US President’s paycheck. Kamala Harris is not as wealthy but is still no pauper. See how their wealth stacks up.
‘Sick puppy’: Trump furious as 2,000 pages of evidence unsealed
A massive trove of documents in a 2020 election subversion case has been released just 17 days before American voters decide between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.
Big punt pays off for Eddie McGuire’s son Joe
Joe McGuire is used to being stopped in the street – it’s normal when you’re Eddie McGuire’s son. But now he’s a rising star in his own right. See the video.
Biden tells Obama ‘she’s not as strong as me’, says lip reader
US President Joe Biden put down his Vice President Kamala Harris in a conversation with former president Barack Obama captured on video, according to a professional lip reader.
Harry shows off wild surfing skills
Prince Harry has displayed some seriously impressive surfing moves in California but fans have claimed the carefree footage is a sign that the royal will never return to Britain.
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