Eastern Europe's 'bad boys' have walked the tightrope of friendships with Russia and the West. Until now

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Top Stories Eastern Europe's 'bad boys' have walked the tightrope of friendships with Russia and the West. Until now As the death toll climbs in Ukraine and pressure mounts for neighbours to intervene, European leaders who have stoked friendships with both the West and Russia may soon be forced to pick a side. UN suspends Russia from human rights council, Kremlin sees vote as 'unfriendly gesture' The United Nations General Assembly suspends Russia from the Human Rights Council over reports of "gross and systematic violations and abuses of human rights" by invading Russian troops in Ukraine. 'Stay safe': People planning to get away for NSW school holidays warned flood risk remains Despite rain easing across NSW, more evacuation orders were issued this morning as people planning to travel during the school holidays and Easter break are urged to be aware of the flood situation. 'Political hit job': Coalition senator launches defence of under-fire Morrison on Q+A As allegations continue to mount about Prime Minister Scott Morrison's alleged character flaws, including a barrage of harsh criticisms on Q+A, a Coalition senator insists she has never seen him act that way. What about renters? Millions of Australians being left out of the cost-of-living conversation As the cost of living continues to rise, experts say more needs to be done to ease the financial pressures faced by millions of Australians who are renting their homes. Governor-General personally lobbied Morrison about leadership program given $18m in funding The Governor-General personally lobbied the Prime Minister about a leadership program run by a foundation that had not been set up at that point and still has no website, staff or office. Swimming with sharks: The WA town struggling to deal with a string of fatal attacks  For the residents of this small Australian town, a series of shark attacks prompted an almost existential crisis. What does it mean to love the ocean when it's a place of so much grief? 'The largest crack in this beautiful theory': Particle measurement sends scientists into a spin New measurements of a subatomic particle provide the strongest hint yet that the leading theory of quantum physics that explains our universe may be missing a fundamental element, scientists say. Demand for electric vehicles is rising despite supply and policy issues keeping prices high A drop in the fuel excise coinciding with the increasing price of a key ingredient in batteries could mean the price of electric vehicles will not drop as quickly as renewable energy proponents hope.  How the election result could reshape the Canberra 'bubble'  With a change of government a real prospect according to the opinion polls, public servants are starting to gossip about what changes an Albanese administration would bring, writes Michelle Grattan.   Download the ABC News app Available on Android and Apple devices The ABC NEWS app makes it easier for you to stay up to date with the latest news and information from Australia's most trusted news source.   Follow Us     The ABC sent this message to bryanrini294.nashjensk@blogger.com these details are included to help provide assurance that this is a genuine email from ABC. Any personal details and data acquired by the ABC from your participation in any ABC Online Services will be used only in accordance with the ABC's Privacy Policy. This service may include material from Agence France-Presse (AFP), APTN, Reuters, AAP, CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced.     © 2022 Australian Broadcasting Corporation ABC, ABN 52 429 278 345. 700 Harris St Ultimo, NSW, 2007, Australia.   Unsubscribe from this eNewsletter | Discover other email newsletters | Privacy