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New footage shows Alex Pretti confronting federal agents before fatal shooting
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- New footage shows Alex Pretti confronting federal agents before fatal shooting
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- 0:46
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Video circulating online from January 13 appears to show Alex Pretti, the 37-year-old ICU nurse who was fatally shot by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis during anti-ICE protests.
In the video, he's seen attacking a vehicle and destroying the tail light.
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- White House holds talks with crypto and banking executives on new rules
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- The White House is set to meet with banking and cryptocurrency leaders to push forward federal crypto legislation. Discussions will focus on stablecoin interest and financial rules under the Clarity Act.
The bill aims to provide clarity for digital assets but faces delays over competition and financial stability concerns. Crypto companies emphasise that offering interest is crucial to attract customers.
#CryptoNews #Stablecoins #FinancialRegulation
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- Federal Reserve holds interest rates amid economic uncertainty
- Runtime
- 0:58
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- The Federal Reserve has kept interest rates unchanged for the first time since July.
Officials are balancing inflation worries and job market concerns while two governors push for a cut.
#FederalReserve #InterestRates #Economy
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- Trump warns Iran as U.S. naval forces approach amid rising tensions
- Runtime
- 0:37
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- President Trump has called on Iran to return to nuclear talks or risk a stronger attack.
U.S. naval forces move closer as Iran threatens retaliation and its economy struggles.
#Trump #Iran #USForeignPolicy
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- Kid Rock pushes for action on soaring concert ticket prices
- Runtime
- 0:46
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Kid Rock has called for new legislation to tackle rising concert ticket prices as he prepares to testify before US lawmakers.
The musician says fans are being priced out of live music and wants tougher rules to rein in fees and resellers.
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- Nasra Ahmed arrested after viral Somalia comment
- Runtime
- 0:46
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Nasra Ahmed, who went viral after saying Somalia is more than bananas and rice, has been arrested in Minneapolis.
Authorities say the arrest relates to an alleged assault on federal officers as investigations continue.
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- Nicki Minaj says her loyalty to Trump will not change
- Runtime
- 0:59
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- The rapper says she is the president’s number one fan and rejects what she calls bullying.
Minaj claims Trump has powerful backing and says she believes God is protecting him.
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- Meet Sprout the humanoid robot built for everyday human spaces
- Runtime
- 0:56
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Fauna Robotics unveils Sprout, a soft touch humanoid designed to work safely in homes, schools, and offices.
Built in New York, it gives developers a ready foundation for social robots in healthcare eldercare and services.
#robotics #ai #humanoid #tech
Source: Fauna Robotics
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- Landmark trial targets Meta, TikTok and YouTube over youth mental health
- Runtime
- 9:34
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Meta, TikTok, and YouTube are facing a landmark trial in Los Angeles as a 19-year-old woman alleges the platforms contributed to her social media addiction and mental health struggles.
The case is being closely watched as it could set a precedent for how tech companies are held accountable for the impact of their platforms on young users.
Dr Karen Sutherland from Uni SC joins us to break down the specific allegations, the plaintiff’s claims, and how social media use is being linked to mental health challenges. We also explore the tech companies’ legal defenses and what makes this trial such a pivotal moment in digital regulation.
The outcome of this trial could have far-reaching consequences, potentially influencing future lawsuits, federal regulations, and the national conversation around youth screen time.
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#SocialMediaTrial #YouthM...
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- Tesla brand value plummets amid Elon Musk's political focus
- Runtime
- 0:42
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Tesla's brand value dropped sharply to $27.61 billion in 2025 as CEO Elon Musk shifted focus to politics.
U.S. owners remain loyal, but recommendation scores fell while investors await the fourth-quarter results.
#TeslaNews #ElonMusk #BrandValue
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- India and EU strike major trade agreement with big gains on exports and jobs
- Runtime
- 0:59
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- India and the European Union have finalised a major trade deal set to reshape global commerce. The agreement cuts tariffs, boosts exports and opens new pathways for work and migration.
#GlobalTrade #WorldEconomy #IndiaEU
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- US Naval Strike Group moves into Middle East as Iran protests escalate
- Runtime
- 0:42
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- A US aircraft carrier group has arrived in the Middle East as tensions with Iran rise. Protests over economic hardship have left thousands dead and unrest continues.
Amid an internet blackout, evidence of violent suppression continues to emerge online from witnesses and rights groups.
#IranProtests #MiddleEastCrisis #USMilitary
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- Mother arrested after child falls from vehicle in traffic
- Runtime
- 0:18
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Video shows a toddler tumbling onto a busy road after falling from an SUV
Police say the child’s mother was later arrested for felony child abuse and the toddler is expected to recover fully
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- EU and India deepen strategic partnership
- Runtime
- 0:25
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Ursula von der Leyen says Europe and India share common interests and values.
She argues closer cooperation reflects a natural alignment between the EU and India.
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- NASA aircraft lands without landing gear at Ellington Field
- Runtime
- 0:18
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- NASA says a plane experienced a mechanical issue during flight.
The aircraft landed safely without landing gear at Ellington Field in Houston with no reported injuries.
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- President says he loves Pretti’s family after ICE shooting
- Runtime
- 0:18
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- President Donald Trump said he is “looking at that whole situation” and that he loves “everybody” including the family of Alex Pretti, the Minneapolis man fatally shot by a federal Border Patrol agent, calling it a “very sad situation”.
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- Anti ICE protest escalates outside Maple Grove hotel
- Runtime
- 0:18
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Police declared an unlawful assembly as activists targeted a hotel linked to Border Patrol leadership.
Footage appears to show federal agents drinking beers from hotel windows as arrests were made nearby.
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- S&P 500 and Nasdaq rally ahead of Fed meeting and earnings
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- 0:43
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- The S&P 500 and Nasdaq have climbed for the fourth consecutive session as investors brace for upcoming earnings reports and a Federal Reserve meeting.
Both indexes reached their highest levels in over a week, marking the longest series of gains since December.
#StockMarket #SP500 #Nasdaq #TechStocks
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- Memory shortages and rising prices could persist through 2027
- Runtime
- 0:41
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Memory chips critical to consumer electronics and AI data centres remain in tight supply, keeping prices elevated despite production expansion by major players including Samsung and Micron.
Lenovo warns that higher memory costs will hit budget devices first, even as PC demand stays strong from Windows 11 upgrades.
#Lenovo #ConsumerTech #PCMarket #Windows11 #TechPrices #Laptops #HardwareNews #DigitalEconomy
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- Footage shows protesters targeting security cameras in Iran
- Runtime
- 0:18
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Videos circulating online show demonstrators destroying facial recognition and surveillance cameras used by the Islamic Republic for citizen monitoring.
The acts reflect wider unrest and defiance as nationwide protests continue despite internet blackouts and harsh crackdowns.
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- Bitcoin and Ethereum lead $1.7 billion Crypto market outflow
- Runtime
- 3:46
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Crypto markets are under pressure as $1.7 billion flows out of exchange-traded products this week. Oz Sultan from Sultan Interactive Group explains.
#CryptoMarket #Bitcoin #Ethereum
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- Minnesota shootings spark political firestorm over ICE and DHS funding
- Runtime
- 9:47
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Outrage over federal immigration enforcement has surged following the death of Minneapolis ICU nurse Alex Pretti, who was killed during a federal operation that has become a flashpoint in the national debate over use of force and civil liberties.
The incident — one of several involving federal agents this month — has drawn protests, political condemnations, and calls for independent investigations from both Republicans and Democrats.
In Congress, Senate Democrats are leveraging the controversy to push for reforms to ICE and DHS funding, threatening to withhold money unless sweeping changes are made.
With a possible partial government shutdown on the horizon, lawmakers face escalating pressure from activists, unions, business leaders, and constituents concerned about federal accountability and immigration policy.
We’re joined by Oz Sultan from Sultan Interactive Group to break down the stakes and what these events could mean fo...
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- Angus Taylor hints at Liberal leadership challenge amid party tensions
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- 0:33
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Angus Taylor has not ruled out a bid to challenge Sussan Ley for Liberal leadership.
Meanwhile Andrew Hastie’s backers predict a leadership spill could be coming soon.
#AngusTaylor #SussanLey #LiberalParty
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- Trump and Walz discuss federal agents as Minneapolis tensions rise
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- 0:56
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- President Trump called Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and described their discussion as productive with an agreement to consider reducing the number of federal immigration agents in Minneapolis if there is more cooperation from local authorities.
Federal hearings are now underway amid tensions after the fatal shooting of ICU nurse Alex Pretti by federal immigration officers in the city.
#Minneapolis #ICEEnforcement #AlexPretti
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- Xiaomi reveals fully automated smartphone factory in China
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- 0:18
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Xiaomi says the facility runs nonstop without human workers.
The factory operates in the dark producing one phone per second around the clock.
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- Bizarre camouflage attempt spotted on Ukrainian battlefield
- Runtime
- 0:24
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- A Russian soldier allegedly tried to hide as a penguin in snowy terrain.
Ukrainian forces say the disguise failed and the soldier was taken out by an FPV drone in Ukraine during fighting with Russia.
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- Arrest made following heated speech at Sydney rally
- Runtime
- 0:24
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Police detained a man after an open mic address drew boos from the crowd.
He has been charged with publicly threatening or inciting violence against a group.
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- Mark Rutte rejects calls for a separate European army
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- 0:25
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Mark Rutte says Europe cannot protect itself without the U.S.
He insists transatlantic unity with the U.S. remains essential for security.
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- White House responds after second fatal shooting in Minneapolis
- Runtime
- 0:25
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- The White House says Donald Trump does not want harm on US streets.
It again blamed Democrats following the killing by anti immigrant agents in Minneapolis.
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- U.S. treasury accuses Europe of hypocrisy on Russian oil
- Runtime
- 0:17
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Scott Bessent says the US imposed tariffs while Europe signed trade deals.
He claims Russian oil is refined in India then sold back to Europe funding the war indirectly.
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- Philippine mayor survives RPG strike on armoured convoy
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- 0:24
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Gunmen targeted the mayor’s vehicle with a rocket propelled grenade.
The blast damaged the convoy but failed to breach the armoured car leaving the mayor unharmed.
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- Albanese begins Australia Day with Smoking Ceremony
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- 0:37
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Anthony Albanese's Australia Day began by honouring the world’s oldest continuing culture.
The prime minister shared the message as Australia marked January 26 with ceremonies and protests.
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- Tim Walz warns an Anne Frank style story may one day be written about Minnesota
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- 0:17
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- The governor invokes Anne Frank to stress how serious this moment is.
He says decisions made now will shape how history remembers Minnesota.
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- Public art projection amplifies protest against federal enforcement
- Runtime
- 0:37
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- A large projection was displayed on a Minneapolis building as anger grew over the fatal shooting of 37-year-old ICU nurse Alex Pretti by a US Border Patrol agent during an immigration operation.
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- Obama calls on citizens to draw inspiration from anti-ICE marches
- Runtime
- 0:18
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Former US President Barack Obama said peaceful protests across Minneapolis and other cities are a vital way to hold government accountable after the fatal shooting of a protester by ICE agents.
He described the demonstrations as a “wake-up call”.
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- Alex Honnold climbs Taipei 101 live without safety gear
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- 0:24
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- The 1,667 foot climb was completed without a harness parachute or protection.
He reached the top in one hour and thirty five minutes live on Netflix.
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- China military purge as top general goes
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- 0:24
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- China has launched a rare investigation into its most senior general, a key ally of President Xi.
The move signals a major shake up inside the military as Beijing accelerates modernisation and regional assertiveness.
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- Minneapolis mayor responds after second fatal federal shooting this month
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- 0:17
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey addressed reporters after officials confirmed a man shot by federal agents had died.
It marks the second fatal shooting this month amid heightened immigration enforcement in the city.
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- Federal agents kill man in Minneapolis amid immigration crackdown
- Runtime
- 0:44
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Federal agents shot and killed a man in Minneapolis during an immigration enforcement operation on Saturday morning according to officials. 
The incident comes amid heightened tensions over federal enforcement actions in the city.
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- Reports of blast and people seen at windows in New York
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- 0:52
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- An explosion has been reported at a high rise building in the Bronx, New York, prompting an emergency response.
Witness reports say people were seen hanging from windows as crews rushed to the scene and investigations began.
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- Farage says Trump was wrong as row erupts over Nato role in Afghanistan
- Runtime
- 0:17
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Nigel Farage has criticised Donald Trump after the president suggested Nato forces stayed back from the front lines in Afghanistan.
Farage says British troops fought and died alongside the US for 20 years, calling the attack unfair and urging respect for those who served.
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- Starmer calls on Trump to apologise over remarks about British troops
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- 0:17
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Keir Starmer has condemned comments made about British soldiers who served in Afghanistan, calling them insulting and appalling.
He says an apology is owed to the troops and their families for the remarks.
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- Paris Hilton urges action against deepfake abuse and online exploitation
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- 0:33
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Socialite and entrepreneur Paris Hilton has urged lawmakers to pass the DEFIANCE Act, warning that nonconsensual deepfake pornography is silencing women online and beyond.
Hilton said too many women are afraid to exist online or even to exist at all.
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- Trump explains bruised hand during public appearance
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- 0:41
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- President Donald Trump dismissed concerns about visible bruising on his hand, blaming a knock on a table and side effects from taking high dose aspirin as a precautionary health measure.
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- Putin meets Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in Russia
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- 0:15
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Russian President Vladimir Putin is holding talks with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in Russia.
The meeting comes amid heightened global tensions and the war in Ukraine.
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- Global stocks wobble as Davos kicks off and Trump reshapes geopolitics
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- 13:07
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Global stock markets endured a volatile week as world leaders gathered in Switzerland for the World Economic Forum, with investors closely watching signals on inflation, interest rates and geopolitical risk.
The Davos meetings set a cautious tone, as uncertainty weighed on market sentiment across regions.
Adding to the tension, Donald Trump announced a deal involving Greenland, reigniting debate over strategic assets and global influence. The unexpected move injected fresh geopolitical risk into markets already grappling with an unsettled global outlook.
Kyle Rodda from Capital.com, who breaks down how markets are reacting, what the Greenland announcement could mean for investors, and what to watch next as Davos concludes.
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#GlobalMarkets #Davos #WorldEconomicForum #Trump #Greenland #Stocks #Geopolitics #Ticker
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- Zelenskyy reveals planned UAE talks with Russia and the United States
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- 1:00
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Volodymyr Zelenskyy says trilateral talks with Russia and the United States are planned in the United Arab Emirates as efforts to end the war intensify.
He also criticised European leaders at the World Economic Forum, calling for stronger political will.
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- U.S. and China approve TikTok sale to American investors
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- 1:52
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- The United States and China have officially approved a deal for TikTok's US operations to be sold to American investors, led by Oracle and Silver Lake.
This marks a major shift in the social media landscape as the platform navigates increasing regulatory scrutiny.
Under the new agreement, ByteDance will retain just under 20% of TikTok US, while Oracle and Silver Lake will each take 15% stakes. Other investors will also participate, forming a structure designed to satisfy both commercial and regulatory demands.
The new US-based entity will have a majority American board tasked with overseeing data protection and content moderation. Despite these safeguards, concerns remain about ByteDance’s influence and whether the deal fully complies with recent legislation.
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#TikTokSale #USChinaDeal #Oracle #SilverLake #ByteDance #TechNews #SocialMedia...
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- Albanese apologises to Jewish community at Bondi attack memorial
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- 0:53
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Anthony Albanese has apologised to the Jewish community, saying Australia failed to keep people safe after the Bondi terror attack.
Speaking at a memorial in Sydney, he pledged to confront antisemitism and stand with families and first responders in grief and unity.
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- Sussan Ley vows to stay on as Coalition tensions escalate
- Runtime
- 0:38
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Sussan Ley says she has the backing to remain Liberal leader despite the Nationals refusing to rejoin the Coalition under her leadership.
She insists her focus is on holding the government to account while keeping the door open for future talks.
