China has new trade negotiator amid US tariff tensions

Asian stocks declined as the US dollar weakened alongside Treasury yields, following an appeals court's decision to keep President Trump's tariffs in place while considering an appeal against a previous ruling that deemed the tariffs unconstitutional. Japan's Nikkei index fell 1.7%, influenced by a stronger yen, which impacts overseas earnings, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng and South Korea's KOSPI also experienced losses. Despite the legal uncertainty surrounding the tariffs, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed ongoing...

Novak Djokovic's French Open journey has been impacted by the hospitalization of his close friend and physio, Miljan Amanovic, who underwent surgery for a serious health issue. Djokovic expressed concern for Amanovic, stating he is stable but requires several days in the hospital. Despite this, Djokovic advanced in the tournament by defeating Corentin Moutet in a challenging match, where he dealt with blisters and a set point against him, emphasizing his motivation to make history...

Gold Coast Titans have signed 21-year-old Keano Kini to a four-year contract extension, securing him until the end of the 2030 season, demonstrating confidence in him despite his ongoing neck injury. Kini, who had a standout 2024 season winning the Paul Broughton Medal and representing New Zealand, is now the Titans' equal-longest contracted player. Titans coach Des Hasler praised Kini's impact on games and highlighted his professionalism and family values, as he and his partner...

A US court has extended a temporary restraining order preventing the Trump Administration from revoking Harvard University’s ability to enroll international students, allowing the university to continue admitting them amid ongoing litigation. This legal battle reflects President Trump's broader campaign against Harvard, characterized by funding cuts and pressures to reduce international student enrollment. Graduating students have rallied behind Harvard's values of diversity and freedom in education, emphasizing the importance of a global community despite the...

Harry Brook's debut as England's white-ball captain started with a commanding 238-run victory over the West Indies in a one-day international at Edgbaston, where England posted a total of 400 runs. Brook, alongside three teammates who scored half-centuries, also equaled a record by taking five catches. The West Indies struggled, collapsing to 162 all out, and England can secure their first ODI bilateral series win since September 2023 in the next match in Cardiff. Full...

The City of Busselton’s Reconciliation Walk has been canceled due to forecasted wild weather, and will be replaced with a ceremony to commemorate National Reconciliation Week. The event, originally set to begin at the Merenj Boodja Bush Garden at 10 am on Friday, will now take place at the Youth and Community Activities Building on Foreshore Parade. Attendees can enjoy a light lunch provided by Pindari and Woolworths and participate in a Reconciliation Week activity...