Hello and welcome to our national news live coverage for Wednesday, July 8. Here’s what’s making news today.
Farage byelection: In British politics, Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has resigned from parliament and will recontest his seat in a byelection, saying voters should decide his political future. The move follows media reports raising questions about donations from wealthy supporters. Farage has denied any wrongdoing.
Pacific summit: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is hosting Pacific leaders in Brisbane for a summit focused on regional security, diplomacy and sport. Leaders from Papua New Guinea, Samoa and Tonga are meeting with the Prime Minister before attending the State of Origin decider at Suncorp Stadium.
Trump at NATO summit: US President Donald Trump has renewed his push to control Greenland while attending the NATO summit in Turkey. He acknowledged the proposal could further strain relations with alliance members but argued it remained strategically important.
Prince Harry: Prince Harry and six other high-profile claimants have lost their UK High Court case against the publisher of the Daily Mail. They alleged journalists unlawfully obtained private information through phone tapping, voicemail interception and deception.
Interest rates: Treasurer Jim Chalmers is facing pressure ahead of Labor’s national conference as party members push for changes to the Reserve Bank’s role.
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