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Sky News host Paul Murray says “Invasion Day” protests this year were joined by Palestinian protests but the majority of Australians went about their business “quietly”. “Yeah, okay, I’ll talk about the Invasion Day thing,” Mr Murray said. “I want to talk about it through a slightly different way than most people talk about this

Sky News host Danica De Giorgio warns nothing will satisfy activists who want to change the date of Australia Day as they want people to feel “ashamed” of being proud of their nation. Thousands of people gathered for Invasion Day rallies across the country on Friday with banners reading “Treaty now”. Ms De Giorgio warned

The global chairman of Toyota Akio Toyoda has said that battery-powered electric cars will only account for 30 per cent of the future auto industry at most. Mr Toyoda said that the rest of the market is going to be taken up by hybrids, hydrogen fuel cells and fuel-burning cars. Mr Toyoda added that the

Daily Mirror Royal Editor Russell Myers says Prince Harry and Meghan Markle “set tongues wagging” during their surprise visit to Jamaica. The pair made a surprise appearance in Jamaica on Tuesday evening attending the premiere of ‘Bob Marley: One Love’. “Well, quite unexpectedly I think, nobody expected them to pitch up in Kington, Jamaica, a

Daily Mirror Royal Editor Russell Myers on the latest with King Charles and Kate Middleton’s health issues. “It’s been quite a tumultuous time in royal and when isn’t it in the last few years but certainly the latest health scares for not only the Princess of Wales but also the King coming thick and fast

Former cricketer Brian Lara was brought to tears in the Fox Cricket commentary box on Sunday after West Indies defeated Australia in an “unbelievable” Test victory. West Indies Bowler Shamar Joseph claimed 7-68 in just his second Test match, helping his team secure its first victory in Australia since 1997. “27 years to beat Australia

King Charles and Queen Camilla are expected to visit Australia and Samoa in 2024 but the Queen is “not too keen” on long-distance travel, Sky News host Caroline Di Russo says. “This year we expect there to be more official overseas royal visits,” Ms Di Russo said. “Following the Queen’s death, King Charles was keen

Sky News host Paul Murray discusses the best place to gather in Australia for the legal launching of fireworks. “So, how did you spend Australia Day, now I’ve got to say there is one place in Australia that I think does Australia Day – better than anywhere else in the country,” Mr Murray said. “It’s

On tonight’s episode of Paul Murray Live, Sky News host Paul Murray discusses Australia Day, Darwin fireworks, Australians of the Year, Labor, and more. Mr Murray called on Australians to “walk in the right direction” past Invasion Day – not to insult Indigenous communities but to take care of all Aussies regardless of how long

Sky News host Rowan Dean has blasted a “disgusting” slogan being chanted on Australia Day which links the Palestinian and First Nations agendas. Many Palestinian flags were waved during the Invasion Day rallies in CBDs across the country as thousands marched to protest the national holiday. People attending the rally were photographed holding a sign

Deputy Opposition leader Sussan Ley claims the Prime Minister has reached “new levels of incoherence” when defending the government’s latest changes to the stage three tax cuts. “I think, mark this day in your calendar because he basically gave up on having any ideas to ease the cost of living crisis,” she told Sky News

Emirates Airlines President Sir Tim Clark discusses why government mandates on sustainable aviation fuel is “not the way to do it”. Sir Clark sat down with Sky News Business Editor Ross Greenwood to discuss the future of fuel in the aviation industry. “Today the airline community … would be using SAF if they could,” Sir

Property developer and philanthropist Lang Walker has died at the age of 78. The billionaire businessman co-founded Walker Corp – responsible for some of the country’s most successful building developments. He donated to a range of charities through the Walker Family Foundation. Mr Walker died on Saturday evening surrounded by his family. He is survived

Sky News host James Morrow says people knew UNRWA staff “celebrated” the October 7 attacks on Israeli people before the UK finally suspended its funds to the organisation. The UK’s decision came after UNRWA staff were accused of participating in the massacre of October 7. “Back in November I reported on this at The Daily

Emirates Airlines President Sir Tim Clark says we “need to face reality” when it comes to sustainable fuel as he discussed nuclear as an option for the future of aviation. Sir Clark sat down with Sky News Business Editor Ross Greenwood to discuss sustainable fuel mandates and why it’s “not the way to do it”.

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A fire on board a tanker in the Gulf of Aden has now been put out with all crew on the vessel reported to be safe. The fire started following a missile strike claimed by Houthi rebels. The United States says it has destroyed another Houthi anti-ship missile aimed at the Red Sea. The US

Here are three reasons the Albanese Labor government’s failed Voice Referendum wasn’t a complete disaster for the nation – even though spending $450 million of taxpayers’ money absolutely was – that are worth reflecting on this Australia Day long weekend. First, the referendum showcased the talents, principles, convictions and strength of Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price

Brisbane Roar suffered a third successive loss and a seventh defeat in eight matches as their dismal run of form continued in Gosford on Saturday night. Despite an improved performance, the Roar were beaten 2-0 by reigning champions Central Coast, who stretched their unbeaten A-League run to 10 games. Teenage midfielder Miguel Di Pizio scored

Australian solo rower Liz Wardley has set a new race record in the ‘World’s Toughest Row’. She crossed the finish line in Antigua in the Carribean after racing at sea for 44 days. The 45-year-old rowed her seven-metre boat almost 5,000 kilometres across the Atlantic. Liz endured some tough conditions and, in the last 24

King Charles is “doing well” after undergoing scheduled prostate surgery yesterday. The monarch arrived at the London clinic accompanied by Queen Camilla. It is the same private facility where Princess Kate is recovering from surgery. King Charles made his health problem public as a way of sending a message to other men to get their

Australia has paused funding for a key United Nations agency in Gaza after allegations emerged staff members were involved in the October 7 attacks. On Friday, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees said several employees were allegedly involved in the Hamas attacks on Israel. “To protect the agency’s ability to deliver

All households across NSW are now able to access virtual urgent care consults for sick children, in a bid to reduce pressure on hospital emergency rooms. The virtualKIDS Urgent Care Service was fully expanded to all local health districts as of January 19, with more than 500 families expected to benefit every month. Previously, it

The UK government has said Britain and its allies reserve the right to respond appropriately after an oil tanker was set on fire off the coast of Yemen. The owner of the British vessel said it was struck by a missile as it travelled through the Red Sea on Friday. The crew aboard the tanker

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has ruled out increasing welfare payments to secure crossbench support for his stage three tax cuts. Speaking to reporters on Saturday, he maintained the policy was “the right decision,” and an appropriate response to the ongoing impact of Covid-19 supply chain issues, persistent inflation and rising interest rates. “What we have

A house has been destroyed by an intense fire in Brisbane. Seven fire trucks responded to the blaze at the Coorparoo property. A scooter’s lithium battery has been confirmed as the cause of the fire. Authorities say they struggled to extinguish the flames. “We had up to 12 BA [breathing apparatus] wearers to extinguish the

The Reserve Bank has released fresh research about the future of banknotes. Cash has fallen from 45% of all transactions 15 years ago to around 10 per cent today. But the RBA says between March 2020 and December 2022, the value of banknotes rose 22 per cent to $19 billion, with between nine and 26

University of Virginia Centre for Politics Director Larry Sabato says a likely Donald Trump and Joe Biden election repeat is “not a popular matchup” as “about 70 per cent” of Americans would prefer neither candidate run. “It’s not a popular matchup,” Mr Sabato told Sky News Australia. “About 70 per cent of Americans prefer another

University of Virginia Centre for Politics Director Larry Sabato says Donald Trump is “not appealing” to independents, who are “key swing voters”. Donald Trump beat former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley in the New Hampshire Republican primary 54.3 per cent to her 43.2 per cent, in another primary win for the former president. According to

Two more cases of measles have been identified in Melbourne as health officials scramble to identify any possible exposure sites. A total of three cases of the highly-infectious virus have been identified in returned overseas travellers across the state, while a case has also been reported in NSW. On Sunday, Victoria’s Department of Health issued

Money expert Victoria Devine has shared how Aussies can use free AI tools to help budget, invest and plan ahead for a financially successful 2024. The first month of the new year is almost gone, but if you’ve been putting off kickstarting your money goals, or spent the month lapping up some much-needed annual leave,

Tens of thousands of homes could be left without power for a week after Cyclone Kirrily tore a path of devastation through northern Queensland. The cyclone wreaked havoc on the state after it was downgraded from category three to category two on Thursday evening. It thrashed Ingham and Townsville, leaving more than 115,000 residents without

Public schools in Victoria were underfunded by more than $1.7 billion in 2023. Analysis by Nine Papers and the Australian Education Union has revealed state school funding shortfalls are close to 15 percent in all jurisdictions, except in the ACT. Victoria’s funding gap is expected to reach almost 14 percent in 2024 – estimated to

The moment a brazen robber menaced a bottle shop worker with a knife before fleeing with cash and booze has been captured on camera, as police appeal for public assistance into the attack. The robbery took place at the Liquor Legends store at RQ’s Tavern in Robina, along Robina Parkway, about 3.30pm on New Year’s

Donald Trump’s Lawyer Alina Habba has delivered a scathing assessment of her client’s time in a New York court. The former US president was ordered by the jury to pay E. Jean Carroll $US83 million in damages at the conclusion of a defamation trial. “Don’t get it twisted, we are seeing a violation of our

Brisbane Roar coach Ben Cahn has urged his struggling team to play without fear from the opening whistle against reigning A-League champions Central Coast after a string of poor starts. The Roar have conceded the opening goal – all in the first half, once as early as the opening minute – in their past six

Author Douglas Murray points out the problems with the idea of a two-state solution, saying it’s “very strange” foreign statesmen have been calling for it in recent months. “In Israel, the two-state solution question has been arguably sort of settled for some years,” Mr Murray told Sky News host Liz Storer. “In that, it’s perfectly

Institute of Public Affairs Research Fellow Saxon Davidson has slammed the “woke corporate elite” for lecturing Australians with “loud minority voices” about Australia Day. Tens of thousands have gathered to march through Australia’s capital cities – calling for a change of Australia Day’s date. Some protesters waved Palestinian flags and beat drums, while in Canberra,

Institute of Public Affairs Research Fellow Saxon Davidson has hit out at Dick Smith’s calls to change the date because it would “concede ground” to activists who don’t want to “celebrate Australia whatsoever”. Entrepreneur and former Australian of the Year Dick Smith has joined in calls for Australia Day to be renamed. He said, ‘I

New South Wales One Nation Leader Tania Mihailuk has hit out at “wokeism and tokenistic gestures” because people have “had a real gutful” of this “never-ending politics”. Cricket Australia opted to mention Australia Day during day two of the West Indies Test at the Gabba on Friday after the CEO, on Tuesday, said he did

‘The Right View’ host Lara Trump says it’s “clear” the Democrats’ plan is to try to “take out” Donald Trump through the judicial process in the US. The former president spent three minutes in the witness box this morning in the defamation trial brought against him by E Jean Carroll. As he walked out of

Comedian Jay Leno says he hasn’t spent the millions of dollars he earnt from his time in television. Sky News Australia host Piers Morgan question Leno about the sincerity of the rumour while discussing the highs and lows of the comedian’s career. “It’s still there, with the exception of cars and motorcycles,” Mr Leno said.

Sky News host Peta Credlin has revisited the “Australia of old” by watching a 1968 Ampol ad celebrating Australia Day. “1968 – then companies put on ads and paid for them, put them in the cinemas as well, to celebrate this country on Australia Day,” Ms Credlin said. “Today, companies like Woolworths try to run

TV host Jay Leno reveals how he met Donald Trump before the business mogul became the former president of the United States. Mr Leno discussed how different Donald Trump was before he entered politics. “I liked him, he was fine,” Mr Leno told Sky News Australia host Piers Morgan. “He was an interesting character. “He

The NRL is the latest sporting body to weigh in on the delicate Australia Day debate, and while it didn’t suggest the date should be changed, it acknowledged it’s a “painful and sorrowful day” for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Some of Australia’s most high-profile cricketers have called for Australia Day to be moved

Young Australian of the Year 2024 Emma McKeon spoke with Sky News Australia and revealed what future lies ahead for the Olympic swimmer. “With what the other nominees are doing, the other award winners, hearing them talk last night, it was so inspiring,” Ms McKeon said. “It really makes me want to have an impact

An American collector has paid a world record $2.8 million for a bottle of whiskey. Millionaire Mike Daley from Bucks County, Pennsylvania, purchased the bottle of Emerald Isle, a 30-year-old Irish whiskey, at an auction arranged by The Craft Irish Whiskey Co. Daley told US media he decided to purchase the rare bottle after having a successful

A world-first IVF pregnancy is being heralded as a breakthrough which could save a species from extinction. A new international team successfully implanted the first lab-created rhino embryo. Reportedly, there are only two Northern White Rhinos left in the world. The procedure was carried out with Southern White Rhinos, which are closely related to Northern

A group of South Australians has not taken its council’s decision to dump Australia Day citizenship ceremonies lightly. The patriotic group has opted to organise its own community festivities, dropping invitations into letterboxes across the city of Unley. More than 80 councils across the country will forego the Australia Day traditions on January 26. Liberal

Australia Day is expected to be a scorcher in several capital cities. Sydney is aiming for the hottest temperature with the mercury likely to peak at 38 degrees and nearby, Brisbane is attempting to reach 33 degrees. A reprieve may be on the cards for both cities, however, as a change of rain looks set