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We've talked about potential Trump consequences. Now they're happening

We've all talked about the potential strategic and economic ramifications for Australia of Trump's America First policies. Well, they are now happening. And the whole world will never be the same. 
US President Trump holds up a board showing the reciprocal tariffs on other countries at the White House rose garden.

Source: 7.30Topic: World Politics

Spy thrillers are everywhere — why are they so popular?

Black Bag is the latest in a string of spy dramas to grace our big and small screens. But could our obsession with espionage reflect a deeper anxiety?
Michael Fassbender wearing a suit and glasses stares at Cate Blanchett, who smiles wearing a brown dress.

Source: ABC Radio NationalTopic: Television

Labor and Coalition pledge to return Port of Darwin to 'Australian hands'

The Chinese-owned Port of Darwin looks set to return to Australian hands after both Labor and the Coalition pledged to negotiate a deal. 
The Darwin port from an aerial view.

Source: ABC NewsTopic: Government

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Federal election 2025

The independents running at the 2025 election, and what they stand for

Like their name suggests, an independent MP is separate from any party, with their own individual policies and views. Here's a guide to who's who.  
A middle aged white woman tinted blue and an old white man tinted yellow

Source: ABC NewsTopic: Government and Politics

Gina Rinehart and Peter Dutton confirm rift over gas policy

The mining magnate confirms a disagreement with the federal opposition leader over Dutton's gas reservation plan, but says the "beauty of the non-left-side" of politics is people can disagree on issues at times and "still remain good friends".
Gina Rinehart speaks into a microphone.

Source: ABC NewsTopic: Government

See how your views align with the major parties through Vote Compass

You can cut through some of the election noise with Vote Compass. 
The blue-and-white Vote compass logo: The words, with a tick through the "o" of "Vote".

Source: ABC NewsTopic: Elections

What do Australian political parties actually stand for?

Currently two major and two minor parties dominate the landscape of federal politics. But what do they actually stand for?
Three middle aged white men tinted blue, green and red

Source: ABC NewsTopic: Government and Politics

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