Strategic Analysis Australia Founder and Director Michael Shoebridge says China is “anxious” about a second Trump term because they don’t know what he’ll do. “They are worried because they don’t know what Trump would do,” he said.

National Seniors Australia Chief Executive Chris Grice says senior citizens in particular are most “affected” by stores going cashless. The Gloria Jeans coffee shop chain has confirmed it will trial cashless payments in stores across Australia, which has drawn criticism. “It’s somewhat concerning that we’re seeing another retailer move to cashless transactions,” Mr Grice told Sky News Australia. “Seniors, in particular, are affected by this new step.”

Kamala Harris is preparing for next week’s US presidential debate against Donald Trump. The Democratic presidential candidate remains hunkered down in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, preparing for her first and potentially only debate with Mr Trump. In a radio interview, Ms Harris said voters are tired of her Republican opponent. “We need to turn the page on this Trump era. You know, this person who has talked about how immigrants poison the blood of America. This person who seeks to divide our nation,” she said. Members of her campaign team argue she’s the underdog despite touting major fundraising success.

Former Howard government minister Peter McGauran says the federal government has done a “great deal by its own actions” to fuel inflation. “I suspect if you were to poll it, you’d find that more Australians have a degree of respect and trust in the RBA than they do the federal government,” he told Sky News Australia. “Because the federal government has done a great deal by its own actions in spending and wage support and the like to fuel inflation.”

Former Howard government minister Peter McGauran says an interest rate cut is critical to Labor’s “political fortunes” in the next federal election. “I can’t see there being an interest rate drop this year but next year, you could get some movement downwards,” he told Sky News Australia. “And that’s what the government’s relying on leading into a March or May election.”

Pope Francis has arrived in Papua New Guinea, landing in Port Moresby late yesterday as part of a tour through South East Asia and Oceania. He will spend three days there meeting religious and political leaders. The 87-year-old Pope is promoting peace and calling for greater protection of the environment during his 12-day tour.

Former Howard government minister Peter McGauran says Wayne Swan’s comments on the Reserve Bank were “outrageous”. Mr McGauran’s remarks come after the former treasurer Wayne Swan launched a scathing attack on the central bank, accusing them of “punching itself in the face” with poor judgments. “He’s just jumped into the fray to assist his protege, Jim Chalmers,” he told Sky News Australia.

Former treasurer Wayne Swan has launched a scathing attack on the Reserve Bank, accusing the RBA of “punching itself in the face” with poor judgments. It’s the latest growing division between Labor and the central bank after Treasurer Jim Chalmers tried to shift the blame for weak GDP figures. RBA Governor Michele Bullock says she doesn’t expect a cut to interest rates in the short term due to persistent inflation. The Coalition and economists have criticised Mr Swan’s attack.

Typhoon Yagi makes landfall on the Chinese island province of Hainan forcing the evacuation of 400,000 people. The country's meteorological service recorded winds of around 245 kilometres an hour near its centre. The weather system has doubled in strength since it moved across the Philippines, killing 16 people at the beginning of the week. Typhoon Yagi registers as the world's second-most powerful tropical cyclone of 2024 - after Category 5 Hurricane Beryl in June.

Sky News host Rita Panahi has slammed "unhinged" MSNBC host Joe Scarborough.

Queen Camilla and Prince William continue to make the majority of public appearances while King Charles and the Princess of Wales undergo cancer treatment. In what has already been a challenging year, this weekend marks the second anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's death. The King and Queen will go to Scotland to mark the occasion privately.

The Seismology Research Centre reported the earthquake was felt around six this morning. Locals around the town of Muswellbrook say the earthquake felt stronger than the one two weeks ago. Residents as far away as Taree and the Central Coast also reported feeling shaking. Ausgrid has recorded power outages in the Muswellbrook area.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has pressed Western leaders to loosen weapons use restrictions to allow Kyiv to conduct strikes deeper into Russian territory. He made the plea in person at a meeting of defence leaders in Germany. Mr Zelenskyy was unable to convince US leaders despite making inroads with several defence leaders. US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin believes using American-made long-range weapons would not significantly change the war.

A judge has delayed sentencing in former US president Donald Trump's hush money trial until three weeks after the US election on November 26. The original date set for September 18 was changed when a complaint was brought by Mr Trump and his lawyer, claiming it would be politically prejudicial for sentencing to occur before the election. The prosecution didn't oppose the delay.

There are fears bushfires could quickly become dangerous across New South Wales this summer. According to the Daily Telegraph, only 44 per cent of the hazard reduction burns in the state will be completed before the fire season starts in October. The Rural Fire Service says windy, wet and warm weather has slowed down efforts to achieve their target. This year's lack of rainfall could lead to a problematic summer - despite no increased fire risk.

The suspected Georgia school shooter and his father are facing court. A 14-year-old Apalachee High School student was charged in connection with the shooting that left four dead. His father was also taken to court on various charges, including second-degree murder.

Sky News contributor Teena McQueen slammed the “outrageous” statement from the Climate Change Authority about eating less red meat. The Climate Change Authority, chaired by Matt Kean, released a report which suggested that Australians should eat less red meat to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. “This is just outrageous,” Ms McQueen said. “People will realise what weird decisions are trying to be pushed onto the government. “The sooner we change the government, the better”.

Sky News contributor Teena McQueen says Peter Dutton is “genuinely concerned” about Australia’s resources sector. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has vowed to overturn Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek’s decision to halt the construction of the $1 billion NSW gold mine if the Coalition is elected. “Peter Dutton is on the money,” Ms McQueen said. “He is genuinely concerned about the resource sector in Australia.”

New South Wales One Nation Leader Tania Mihailuk discusses the Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announcing a $4.7 billion plan to combat domestic violence at the national cabinet meeting. When answering questions, the prime minister said he was prioritising women journalists. “It’s just condescending,” Ms Mihailuk said. “And it’s a great disservice to the issue that was announced today.”

Sky News contributor Teena McQueen says Jim Chalmers still has his “training wheels” on and has “no idea” what to do. There is tension between the RBA and the federal government after Treasurer Jim Chalmers said the RBA’s rate hikes are ‘smashing the economy’. “This is a treasurer with his training wheels still on,” Ms McQueen said. “He’s lost control of the debate, and he has no idea what to do. “It’s disgraceful.”