Isabella Higgins

London

Europe Correspondent at ABC News (Australia)

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Do we need to ban e-scooters?

3 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Isabella Higgins

They cause crippling injuries and an increasing number of deaths with many of them children - is it time to consider a ban on e-scooters? Human rights groups outraged as Israeli troops involved in another deadly shooting at an aid distribution centre in Gaza; and Elon Musk's blistering criticism of US President Donald Trump's spending proposals.
Starmer warns of war with Russia

3 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Isabella Higgins

Britain to boost its nuclear submarine fleet as Sir Keir Starmer says the nation must be prepared for war with Russia. A damning report into how abusive parents are weaponising the child support system. And family members in a remote community get the recognition their relative deserves for his service to the country.
Ukraine carries out audacious attack deep in Russia

3 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Isabella Higgins

More details emerge about 'Operation Spiderweb' - Ukraine's audacious drone strike deep into the heart of Russia. A disturbing look at the mental health crisis gripping Australia's largest state. And how artificial intelligence soon match minerals and energy as one of the country's biggest exports.
Rate cuts fueling house price rises

3 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Isabella Higgins

Australians are being forced to fork out more for a home with the median price of a house across the capital cities climbing further above the one million dollar mark. The latest data from Cotality - formerly known as CoreLogic - shows all the capitals rose by at least point four of a per cent in May.
Military expert analyses Ukraine's strike on Russia

3 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Isabella Higgins

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Everyday Australians offer explanations for the Coalition’s electoral wipe-out

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Isabella Higgins

Across the country, voters sent a clear message about who they wanted in Canberra. But what exactly drove so many to turn their back on the Coalition? Labor will return to Parliament House with a firm grip on power, representing seats many never would have expected to fall from the Coalition's clutches just years ago. Nationwide, blue seats turned red, from the most northerly electorate of Leichardt in Queensland, south to Tasmania's bellwethers, Bass and Braddon.
Vote Compass helps Australians see where they stand on the political spectrum. Here's what the data shows

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Isabella Higgins |Claudia Williams

In the quick-shifting world of politics it can be difficult to figure out where you sit on the political spectrum — left, right or centre, but the ABC's Vote Compass is here to help. After five weeks of campaigning, commitments, debates and discussion from politicians, we need to cast our ballot tomorrow. But which party stands where?
Data shows shift in views towards Australia's relationship with the United States and China

2 months ago | abc.net.au | Claudia Williams |Isabella Higgins

After three years of conflict, leadership changes and now trade wars, the views of many Australians towards the United States and China are shifting, Vote Compass data shows. About 47 per cent of Vote Compass respondents believe Australia should be less close to the US, about a third believe the relationship should stay the same and just over 17 per cent want it to be closer.
Gender 'shaping' federal election as Vote Compass finds gen Z women are deeply progressive

2 months ago | abc.net.au | Isabella Higgins

Emma Garvey is voting for the first time at this federal election and her political views are similar to many women her age. She places herself on the left side of politics, drawn to progressive parties and policies. New Vote Compass data shows the majority of women under the age of 29 identify with the political left, creating a gap between them and their male peers.
Young women turn away from major parties

2 months ago | abc.net.au | Isabella Higgins

Young women may be a key voting bloc in this election. And experts say the major parties are struggling to connect with this highly progressive group. New data from ABC Vote Compass shows more than two thirds of Gen Z women identify as left-leaning - far in front of their male peers or women of other generations.

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8 Oct 23

RT @SBoltje: 94-year old Aunty Ruth shares her extraordinary life story ahead of the referendum next weekend. She’s hoping more people lear…

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6 May 23

Australian Sindy Viney and London local Nina Hoskings smiling through the bad weather outside Buckingham Palace. Nothing was going to rain on their parade. “I love the ceremony … the pomp and pageantry, no one does it like the British,” - Sindy https://t.co/798VKxCuwN

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6 May 23

UK republicans stage small demonstration on the Mall as King drives past to Westminster Abby. They’re chanting: “not my king.” @abcnews https://t.co/ltg7C4sWJi

Isabella Higgins

Articles

Do we need to ban e-scooters?

Starmer warns of war with Russia

Ukraine carries out audacious attack deep in Russia

Rate cuts fueling house price rises

Military expert analyses Ukraine's strike on Russia

Everyday Australians offer explanations for the Coalition’s electoral wipe-out

Vote Compass helps Australians see where they stand on the political spectrum. Here's what the data shows

Data shows shift in views towards Australia's relationship with the United States and China

Gender 'shaping' federal election as Vote Compass finds gen Z women are deeply progressive

Young women turn away from major parties

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