Australia's digital governance achieved OECD recognition, while US-Australia relations were central with talks on accelerated nuclear submarine delivery and a critical minerals deal; concurrently, media scrutiny of Trump-Albanese meetings and Bob Katter's comments on refugees generated domestic political discussion.
Australian home prices are influenced by both flood risk and a widespread million-dollar median value, while Rex Airlines was acquired by a US company and Super Retail Group quickly named a new CEO.
OpenAI launched its AI web browser Atlas, Australia is preparing for multi-terabit fibre optic internet upgrades, and the rise of 3D-printed guns is presenting new challenges for law enforcement.
Australia faces a spring heatwave and destructive wild winds, while concerns are raised regarding Australian super funds' investments fuelling Israel's war efforts; culturally, native cuisine is reasserting its importance, and a guide provides tips for trampoline safety.
France's President Macron considers a referendum on pension reform, a potential Canada-US trade deal on steel and aluminium is met with caution, and a Chinese jet flare incident near an Australian surveillance plane sparks safety and aggression fears.