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Mar 16, 2026 Talks about Trump urging major powers to deploy warships to the Strait of Hormuz and the mixed international responses. Covers regional tensions with strikes affecting airports and Israel-Lebanon developments. Discusses devastating floods in the Northern Territory and a federal aid appeal. Reviews the Oscars winners, red carpet fashion and Conan O’Brien’s monologue.
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Global Leaders Hesitate On US Call To Secure Strait
- Donald Trump urged major powers to send warships to secure the Strait of Hormuz to keep oil flowing amid the Iran war.
- Many leaders including Keir Starmer and Germany declined or asked for clarity, showing reluctance to be drawn into wider conflict.
Northern Territory Faces Severe Ongoing Flood Risk
- Northern Territory is facing its worst floods in three decades with forecasts of more rain and saturated catchments.
- Leaders sought federal help for costly rebuilding while Alice Springs residents were warned to prepare for possible flooding.
Capital Gains Tax Discount Under Review Before Budget
- A Senate inquiry on capital gains tax will report amid Treasury modelling of reducing the CGT discount from 50% to 33%.
- The Greens may push to scrap the discount entirely, highlighting tensions before the budget.