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Cyclone Alfred: 30k homes powerless, landfall approaches

Tropical Cyclone Alfred leaves 30,000 homes without power, expected to make landfall late Friday or Saturday, bringing heavy rain and wind.

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Tropical Cyclone Alfred leaves 30,000 homes without power, expected to make landfall late Friday or Saturday, bringing heavy rain and wind.

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Tropical Cyclone Alfred is impacting Queensland and New South Wales, affecting around 30,000 homes and delaying landfall, which is expected between Brisbane and Maroochydore. Residents should prepare for strong winds, heavy rain, and possible flash flooding, particularly in major areas like Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

Tropical Cyclone Alfred is currently impacting areas in Queensland and New South Wales.

Approximately 30,000 homes are without power ahead of the cyclone’s anticipated landfall. The worst affected regions include the Gold Coast and the Tweed and Byron shires.

As of 2am on Friday, the storm was located 205km east of Brisbane. Alfred has been classified as a category 2 cyclone and has slowed its progression.

It is expected to make landfall between Brisbane and Maroochydore late Friday or early Saturday. While this delay allows for evacuation efforts, it also raises concerns about prolonged rainfall, potentially totaling nearly a metre in some locations.

The Bureau of Meteorology forecasts that Alfred will maintain category 2 status until it reaches Brisbane’s offshore islands, then downgrade to category 1 as it moves inland. Residents should prepare for wind gusts of up to 155km/h, heavy rain, and the possibility of flash flooding.

Ahron Young is an award winning journalist who has covered major news events around the world. Ahron is the Managing Editor and Founder of TICKER NEWS.

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U.S. – India trade deal cuts tariffs and reshapes global energy flows

US cuts tariffs on Indian goods to 18%; India reduces Russian oil imports and enhances US energy purchases.

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US cuts tariffs on Indian goods to 18%; India reduces Russian oil imports and enhances US energy purchases.

The United States has reduced tariffs on Indian goods to 18 percent following a landmark trade agreement. This move comes after months of trade tensions between the two nations and is seen as a major win for India’s economy.

Under the deal, India will end its purchases of Russian oil while increasing imports of U.S. energy and other products. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the agreement, saying it will strengthen India’s economic growth and global trade relationships.

Following the announcement, U.S.-listed shares of major Indian companies have seen positive movement, signalling investor confidence in the trade deal.

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Iran orders nuclear talks with the U.S. as tensions rise at home and abroad

Iran seeks nuclear talks with the U.S. in Turkey, amid concerns over missiles, uranium, and domestic unrest.

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Iran seeks nuclear talks with the U.S. in Turkey, amid concerns over missiles, uranium, and domestic unrest.

Iran’s President has ordered the resumption of nuclear negotiations with the United States, with talks expected to take place in Turkey in the coming weeks.

Iran’s Foreign Ministry says regional countries will help facilitate the discussions, signalling a renewed diplomatic push after years of stalled engagement and rising tensions.

Despite the move, officials warn the talks won’t be easy, with deep disagreements still unresolved on both sides.


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Trump responds as Kristi Noem mandates body cameras for federal officers in Minneapolis

Trump advocates body cameras for police to prevent false claims; Noem mandates all federal officers in Minneapolis to wear them.

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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has ordered body cameras for all federal agents in Minneapolis following public outrage over the deaths of two U.S. citizens at the hands of immigration officers. Donald Trump says body cameras help prevent false claims against police.

The policy change comes as videos and eyewitness accounts have challenged official narratives and fuelled demands for transparency and reform.


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