Angus Taylor in the spotlight as Australian politics shift: current leader of the Liberal Party (2026–), MP for Hume since 2019, key energy and housing reform voice. (biography: born 1966)
A false bomb threat prompted the evacuation of Australian Prime Minister Albanese's residence. The threat targeted Shen Yun performances linked to Falun Gong, with police confirming no explosives were found. The Chinese embassy condemned violence but criticized the group, amid rising politically motivated threats worldwide.
Australia is implementing new government-backed powers to support fuel and fertiliser imports as the Middle East conflict disrupts global supply. The government will underwrite private sector purchases to prevent shortages, with legislation expected soon. The move aims to mitigate rising prices and supply volatility caused by the ongoing war.
Australia is experiencing fuel shortages and rising prices due to the conflict in the Middle East and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The government has announced measures including halving fuel excise taxes and releasing reserves to support supply, but concerns about inflation and long-term impacts persist.