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Liz Truss joins ranks of the world’s shortest-serving leaders

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After 45 days in the role, Liz Truss has become Britain’s shortest-serving prime minister

UK Prime Minister Liz Truss joins a cavalcade of short-lived leaderships.

From abdication to assassination, death and illness; these are the world’s shortest-serving leaders.

Prime Ministers

Australian Prime Minister Frank Forde lasted one week as leader in 1945. He served as the deputy leader of the Labor Party when John Curtin passed away in office.

Frank Forde remains Australia’s shortest-serving prime minister.

Australia’s second shortest-serving prime minister was Earle Page, who came to role after the death of Joseph Lyons in 1939.

He served for three weeks before Robert Menzies became the new leader. By comparison, Menzies went on to become Australia’s longest-serving prime minister.

Presidents

William Henry Harrison became the ninth U.S. President, after his 1841 inauguration.

Harrison lasted 32 days in the top job but became the first president to die while in office.

His inauguration was held on a cold and wet day. Some reports suggest he caught pneumonia, which ultimately led to his death on 4 April.

In Mexico, Pedro Lascuráin came to power after a military coup in February 1913.

Pedro Lascuráin was in power for less than an hour in 1913.

He was sent in as a political pawn to legitimise the coup, which was led by Victoriano Huerta.

His time as president is believed to have lasted less than an hour, before he resigned to make way Huerta.

Chancellors

When Adolf Hitler killed himself in 1945, Joseph Goebbels became the German Chancellor.

But the day after he entered, Goebbels and his wife, Magda killed themselves.

He remains Germany’s shortest-serving leader.

Emperors

In Russia, Michael II lasted less than 24 hours after the abdication of his brother Tsar Nicholas in 1917.

His tenure marked the end of the tsarist regime in Russia. However, he was murdered after the Russian Revolution in the same year.

Meanwhile, Lady Jane Grey remains Britain’s shortest-serving monarch. She was aged 16 when she became Queen after the death of her cousin Edward VI.

There are also many instances of reigns, which were less than a day. These include Vira Bahu I, who was assassinated on the same day he took to the throne.

Costa is a news producer at ticker NEWS. He has previously worked as a regional journalist at the Southern Highlands Express newspaper. He also has several years' experience in the fire and emergency services sector, where he has worked with researchers, policymakers and local communities. He has also worked at the Seven Network during their Olympic Games coverage and in the ABC Melbourne newsroom. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (Professional), with expertise in journalism, politics and international relations. His other interests include colonial legacies in the Pacific, counter-terrorism, aviation and travel.

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China faces economic slowdown amid Trump’s tariffs

China faces pressure to hit a 5% growth target amidst US tariffs, with analysts urging a 2 trillion yuan stimulus to mitigate trade war effects.

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China faces pressure to hit a 5% growth target amidst US tariffs, with analysts urging a 2 trillion yuan stimulus to mitigate trade war effects.


China is under pressure to meet its 5% growth target this year as US tariffs bite.

Analysts are calling for a major stimulus package—up to 2 trillion yuan—to combat trade war fallout.

This episode explores what measures Beijing may take, and whether Chinese consumers can help steady the ship.

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Tariffs shake tech sector and US dollar stability

“Amid global tariffs and tech giants’ warnings, we explore economic stability and the US dollar’s role with insights from David Scutt and Australia’s resilient jobs report.”

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“Amid global tariffs and tech giants’ warnings, we explore economic stability and the US dollar’s role with insights from David Scutt and Australia’s resilient jobs report.”


As tariffs ripple through global markets, questions emerge about tech stability and the US dollar’s safe-haven status.

With giants like Nvidia and ASML raising red flags, are we looking at isolated concerns—or a broader systemic risk?

Plus, Australia’s jobs report shows resilience. We discuss with David Scutt from StoneX.

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Powell warns tariffs may slow US economy

Powell says US economy strong, but warns Trump’s tariffs may cause inflation and growth risks; impacts on Wall Street and investors dissected. #JeromePowell #FederalReserve #USEconomy #Tariffs #Inflation #StockMarket #TrumpTariffs #TickerNews

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Powell says US economy strong, but warns Trump’s tariffs may cause inflation and growth risks; impacts on Wall Street and investors dissected. #JeromePowell #FederalReserve #USEconomy #Tariffs #Inflation #StockMarket #TrumpTariffs #TickerNews


Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says the US economy remains strong, but Trump’s tariffs may threaten growth.

Powell warns that these trade barriers could trigger higher inflation, slower growth, and financial market volatility.

We break down what Powell said and what it means for Wall Street and everyday investors.

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