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Challenging times as parliament returns, and vale Catherine O'Hara

Feb 1, 2026
Parliament returns amid Coalition turmoil and leadership tensions. Polling shifts boost One Nation and Labor. New FBI documents spark global attention. Renewed strikes and shifting plans in Gaza are reported. Alcaraz makes tennis history at the Australian Open. Tributes pour in for Catherine O'Hara and her iconic roles.
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INSIGHT

Post-Coalition Chaos Boosts Rivals

  • The post-coalition chaos has weakened the Liberal-Nationals alliance and opened space for other parties like One Nation to surge in polls.
  • Political infighting gives Labor rhetorical advantage and boosts its polling prospects.
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Nationals Face Internal Strain

  • The Nationals' split from the Liberals has left their leader David Littleproud vulnerable to internal challenges.
  • Reconciliation between the parties now looks unlikely in the short term.
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Epstein Files Rekindle Global Scrutiny

  • Newly released Epstein files name high-profile figures and are prompting calls for accountability worldwide.
  • The documents have reignited scrutiny of elites tied to Epstein's network.
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