What to know about the 'Epstein files' vote and the documents' release
By Lucia Stein and Brad Ryan
The Epstein Files Transparency Act sailed through both the US House of Representatives and the Senate in a single Washington afternoon. Here is how we got here, and what could happen next.
'I know how dirty Donald is': What Jeffrey Epstein had to say about Trump
By Lucia Stein
A trove of Jeffrey Epstein emails released this week reveals his preoccupation with US President Donald Trump in the years before Epstein's death.
Crown, DNA and a failed fire: Clues the Louvre thieves left behind
By Lucia Stein
A series of missteps shows the theft in the Louvre was far from a sleek operation. Instead, French authorities believe petty criminals executed it.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-11-09/the-clues-the-louvre-thieves-left-behind/105976148
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Will stripping Andrew of his titles be enough to quell public anger?
By Lucia Stein
King Charles III's move to strip Andrew of all his titles and boot him out of his sprawling Windsor Park palace was a defining moment, but some say the former prince is getting off too lightly.
As Trump and Xi prepare to talk trade, China will enter the room with a strong hand
By James Oaten and Lucia Stein
The meeting with US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping is one of the most highly anticipated bilaterals of the year, as the leaders seek to strike a deal while also saving face.
Why the 'Prince Andrew problem' is one Charles 'has to confront'
By Lucia Stein
In a week where King Charles said he hoped to project unity as a "bulwark against those promoting conflict, division and tyranny", his scandal-ridden brother reigned supreme.
'Peppercorn' lease allows Prince Andrew to live in Royal Lodge virtually rent free
By Lucia Stein
Prince Andrew is facing growing pressure from British ministers and senior politicians to give up his lifelong possession of a grand mansion on the grounds of Windsor Castle.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10-22/prince-andrew-s-peppercorn-lease-deal/105920452
Giuffre haunted by 'hungry ghosts' of Epstein and Maxwell, memoir says
By Lucia Stein
The late Virginia Giuffre's memoir details how she became involved in the shadowy world of notorious sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, which led to her abuse at the hands of some of the world's "wealthiest and most powerful" people.
The late Virginia Giuffre's memoir details how she became involved in the shadowy world of notorious sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, which led to her abuse at the hands of some of the world's "wealthiest and most powerful" people.
'Play some more soon': The leaked email that finally forced Charles to act on his brother
By Lucia Stein
With the swirl of news around Prince Andrew this week, something had to be done; the question was whether he would do it himself or if his brother would be forced to show him the door.
With the swirl of news around Prince Andrew this week, something had to be done; the question was whether he would do it himself or if his brother would be forced to show him the door.
As Trump celebrates 'peace' in the Middle East, the work of his son-in-law comes into view
By Lucia Stein
Jared Kushner was a familiar face sitting beside Israel’s PM as a first-phase peace agreement was finalised. According to senior US officials, it was because he was a key player in closing the deal.
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