Australia and India’s showdown delayed by Gabba deluge, but Rohit Sharma may have dodged a bullet

China and the European Union have implemented new trade barriers on US goods in response to President Donald Trump's tariffs, escalating a global trade war that has impacted markets and raised recession concerns. China raised tariffs on US imports to 84%, while the EU imposed 25% tariffs on various American products. Trump's tariffs have caused market turmoil, with Japan and Canada working to stabilize the financial system amid fears of a global economic downturn. Full...

Prince Harry is appealing a decision by the Home Office to deny him personal police security in Britain after stepping down from royal duties in 2020, with the British government arguing that his security situation is unique. Despite living in California with his wife Meghan and children, Harry, 40, has returned to London's Royal Courts of Justice for the appeal, which was granted after his initial challenge was rejected by the High Court last year....

A 12-year-old boy from Leederville sparked a frantic police search when he booked a ticket and boarded a Jetstar flight to South Australia without his parents' knowledge. The boy was found safe and well, and it was confirmed that he met the airline's requirements for independent travel as a secondary school student. Jetstar and Virgin Australia both have policies allowing children aged 12 and over to travel alone on domestic flights with certain documentation. Full...

Business groups across various sectors are urging both major political parties in Australia to implement substantive economic policies to support long-term growth and competitiveness, citing concerns about regulation, taxation, and weak private sector growth. The Business Council of Australia and others are calling for a plan to boost business opportunities and make the country more attractive for investment. Despite political differences, business leaders are united in the need for significant economic changes to drive prosperity...

German conservatives under Friedrich Merz have agreed to a coalition deal with the centre-left Social Democrats (SPD) to revive growth in the economy amidst global trade tensions. The deal follows Merz's election victory in February and aims to address challenges such as escalating trade conflicts and defense spending. The agreement, which includes tax cuts and welfare reforms, is pending ratification by the SPD's membership as Germany faces economic uncertainty and the impact of US tariffs...

The trade war between the US and China is escalating rapidly, with both sides imposing significant tariffs on each other's goods. President Trump has threatened to end negotiations if China implements a 34% tariff, while Chinese officials are prepared to "fight to the end." The potential for decoupling between the world's two largest economies is increasing, with China considering various retaliatory measures, including suspending co-operation on fentanyl and banning imports of American agricultural products. Full...