White House says refugees taken under Australian deal will be subject to 'extreme vetting'
The Trump White House has publicly confirmed they will go ahead with the refugee deal brokered by Obama.
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Josephine Tovey
Josephine Tovey is a New York-based reporter for The Sydney Morning Herald.
Dutch anti-Islam campaigner replicates Australian 'No Way' campaign
Standing in front of a backdrop showing a tiny boat being tossed in treacherous waves, and emblazoned with an emphatic slogan telling refugees and migrants "No Way" will they ever make their destination home, a prominent spokesman delivers a blunt message of deterrance.
'Fierce' Julia Gillard cheered alongside Michelle Obama
As Tony Abbott is criticised for his disgruntled-seeming dismount from the top job, Julia Gillard seems to be flourishing in a post-political career as a champion of girls education and feminist hero.
The videos that won the Irish same-sex marriage vote
We take a look at some of the most powerful videos released in the lead-up to the successful Irish referendum for marriage equality.
'I want it to be a surprise for you': Christopher Pyne smiles through grilling from David Speers
Education Minister Christopher Pyne kept a smile on his face on Monday during a grilling from Sky News' David Speers.