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Australia’s defence minister says no to U.S. subs down under

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Australia’s defence minister says no to permanently basing U.S. subs down under, welcomes greater military presence

Australia’s Defence Minister Richard Marles has welcomed greater U.S. military presence in the nation, but has ruled out the possibility of having a permanent home for American submarines.

Marles is in Washington, meeting with his U.S. counterpart, Defence Secretary, Lloyd Austin.

Earlier, Marles made a visit to a nuclear submarine manufacturing yard in New England.

It follows speculation the Australian government may have been considering allowing some American subs to have a permanent home down under.

But the defence minister has ruled out this proposition.

He says while America’s naval presence in Australia has been growing, “home porting” takes it a step further. He says this is not a position the government wants to be in at this stage.

“The trajectory of the American presence in Australia has been growing … and that’s what we would anticipate,” Marles told The Herald Sun

It comes as the two nations seek to increase their defence relationship and enhance their forces.

It’s expected Australia will soon face a so-called “capability gap” after the current fleet of Collins-powered subs is retired. The country will then have to wait for the arrival of nuclear-powered vessels.

The defence minister’s visit to Washington comes ahead of the Albanese government’s first AUSMIN defence and foreign policy talks with American officials.

Additionally, Marles and his UK and U.S. counterparts will also hold their first AUKUS trilateral meeting.

Here, details about Australia’s path to acquire nuclear-powered submarines of its own are likely to be finalised, but they will be kept secret until next year.

William is an Executive News Producer at TICKER NEWS, responsible for the production and direction of news bulletins. William is also the presenter of the hourly Weather + Climate segment. With qualifications in Journalism and Law (LLB), William previously worked at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) before moving to TICKER NEWS. He was also an intern at the Seven Network's 'Sunrise'. A creative-minded individual, William has a passion for broadcast journalism and reporting on global politics and international affairs.

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Ticker News is now live on XumoTV and Xfinity across the U.S.

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Ticker News is now available on Xumo TV and Xfinity, bringing new era of accessibility

Ticker is thrilled to announce a major milestone for Ticker News: we are now available for streaming across the United States on Comcast’s major platforms, Xumo TV and Xfinity.

The development places Ticker News in the company of industry giants like CNN, Fox News, and MSNBC, marking a significant leap forward in our mission to deliver quality news to a wider audience.

With a combined reach of 50 million active users per month, Xumo TV and Xfinity offer an opportunity for Ticker News to expand viewership.

The achievement is particularly special with Ticker’s fifth anniversary on air on August 19.

“Getting Ticker News on these platforms was no small feat,” says Ticker Founder and CEO Ahron Young.

“It took nearly two years of intense negotiations and overcoming various technical challenges. But the journey underscores the resilience and determination of our team, proving that persistence pays off. We are immensely proud of what we have accomplished together,” Ahron says.

Being available on Xumo TV and Xfinity significantly enhances our already robust distribution network.

These platforms provide Ticker with the ability to reach millions of new viewers, further solidifying our presence in the competitive news landscape.

“Our commitment to expanding our reach and improving accessibility remains stronger than ever,” says TIcker’s Global Marketing Director, Kane Ricca.

Looking Ahead

As Ticker celebrates this exciting moment, the media company remains focused on its mission to provide accurate, timely, and engaging news to our audience.

“We are grateful for the ongoing support of our hosts, staff, investors, and viewers. Every moment counts at Ticker, and together, we are building something truly special,” says Ahron.

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‘Frank and constructive’ meeting between Harris and Netanyahu

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Vice President Kamala Harris met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and a cease-fire agreement.

Vice President Kamala Harris highlighted the nature of the discussion describing it as a “frank and constructive”meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House.

Harris expressed her concerns about the humanitarian situation in Gaza.

She stressed the need to finalise a cease-fire deal.
Harris described the past nine months in Gaza as devastating.
She urged that the tragedies in Gaza should not be ignored. #trending

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‘Left wing lunatic’: Trump tears into Kamala Harris in major rally

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Donald Trump is ramping up his attacks on Kamala Harris – his new opponent in the November election. But will it be enough to stop her?