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Reserve Bank of Australia Governor Michele Bullock has declared that the era of low interest rates is gone, warning Australians not to expect a return to the cheap borrowing conditions of recent years. Her remarks signal the central bank expects rates to stay higher for longer, drawing wide attention from homeowners and borrowers weighing the impact on mortgages and the wider economy.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James have announced a lawsuit against prediction-market platform Polymarket, accusing it of running an illegal gambling operation in the state. The announcement was made through the governor's official office. The move marks a significant escalation in US regulatory scrutiny of prediction markets.

Attention is on the São Paulo governor's race after remarks suggesting allies of President Lula already view the state as decided in the first round. CNN Brasil reports that figures from the Workers' Party admit the contest may be settled early, while Lula is expected to mobilize supporters in the state. The comments are fueling debate over the campaign's direction and the opposition's position.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed legislation aimed at holding federal immigration agents accountable and barring the use of state property for immigration enforcement. The California Immigrant Policy Center announced the move, which aligns with the state's broader resistance to federal immigration policies. Supporters view the bills as a safeguard for immigrant communities, while critics are likely to argue the state is obstructing federal law enforcement.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed new legislation placing limits on immigration agents operating in the state, as the Trump administration escalates its deportation campaign. The laws aim to restrict how federal immigration enforcement is carried out in California. The move sets up a fresh clash between the state and federal government over immigration policy, and is drawing attention as deportations intensify nationwide.

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced expanded free access to state parks, cited record conservation progress, and signed legislation protecting the state's coastline and wildlife. The move is framed as a direct counter to the Trump administration's push to open or reduce federal public lands. It positions California as a leading defender of conservation policy amid federal-state clashes over land use.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine says the state will hold prediction-market operator Kalshi accountable for operating illegally, following a court ruling. The announcement signals a regulatory crackdown on the platform's activity in Ohio, and the case is being closely watched as part of broader disputes over whether event-contract trading platforms fall under state gambling laws.

The Bank of Spain says Pablo Hernandez de Cos has serious support in the race to become the next president of the European Central Bank. The governor of Spain's central bank is viewed as a leading candidate to succeed Christine Lagarde. The endorsement underlines Spain's push to place one of its own at the head of the euro zone's most powerful institution.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed SB 750 into law, legislation aimed at addressing the financing crisis that has stalled affordable housing production across the state. The bill was carried by Senator Dave Cortese. Officials say it is intended to restore access to funding so that delayed affordable housing projects can move forward.

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has announced the creation of a new state office dedicated to preserving the state's music legacy and expanding its festival economy. The move aims to support music heritage and boost tourism-driven events. Details on staffing and funding have not yet been made widely available.

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill toured areas hit by a nor'easter to assess storm damage across the state. The storm brought coastal flooding and strong winds to the region, and officials are evaluating the impact as cleanup begins. Residents are watching for updates on damage assessments and any state response measures following the weather event.

California has moved to bar public officials from issuing memecoins, the joke- and trend-based cryptocurrencies that have repeatedly burned retail investors. The governor's office cited reports that roughly one million investors lost money in such schemes, framing the ban as an ethics measure to stop officials profiting from speculative tokens while in office.

Hungary's central bank deputy governor said the country has paused its interest rate-cutting cycle, citing worsening risks in financial markets. The move suggests policymakers are prioritising currency and market stability over further monetary easing, and it will be watched closely by investors for signals on when cuts might resume.

Federal Reserve official Michael Barr said the surge of investment and related demand tied to the artificial intelligence buildout is having a measurable effect on prices. His remarks add a new dimension to the inflation debate, suggesting massive spending on data centres and computing infrastructure may now be feeding through to costs, a factor policymakers and markets will weigh alongside tariffs and energy prices.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed SB 1250, a bill by Senator Dave Cortese aimed at improving road safety while protecting wildlife. The measure is expected to support measures that reduce vehicle collisions with animals and make roads safer for drivers. Further details of the bill's provisions and implementation have not yet been widely reported.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed new legislation aimed at restricting the actions of federal immigration agents in the state, as the Trump administration intensifies its deportation campaign. The measures are part of a growing standoff between Democratic-led states and the White House over immigration enforcement, with Newsom positioning California as a leading opponent of the federal crackdown.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a package of bills aimed at limiting the impact of the Trump administration's immigration enforcement efforts. The measures are designed to shield state operations and residents from federal immigration actions, positioning California in direct opposition to Washington's hardline policies. The move is likely to fuel ongoing political conflict between the state and the federal government over immigration.

US equity indexes closed lower on Tuesday as long-term Treasury yields rose alongside a decline in oil prices. Fed Governor Michael Barr maintained his stance on further interest rate increases, signaling continued caution from the central bank. Deteriorating prospects for a US-Iran settlement added to market unease, with investors weighing rate policy against geopolitical risk.

Oklahoma Watch is fact-checking the claim that Oklahoma ranked 17th nationally in education during the 2000s under a Democratic governor. The question is being examined as part of ongoing debate over the state's education record, with competing claims about how Oklahoma's schools performed in the past being used in current political arguments.

A Bank of Canada deputy governor said the central bank faces a dilemma as a trade war and an energy shock hit the economy at the same time. The two forces pull policy in opposite directions, making it harder to judge the right path for interest rates and adding to uncertainty over Canada's economic outlook.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, speaking as the mother of a lesbian daughter, has a blunt message for Democrats who are wavering on LGBTQ+ rights: back away from the party's commitments and it will cost them support. Describing herself as 'a Midwest lesbian's mom,' she is urging the party not to soften its stance, framing the issue as both a family matter and an electoral one.

The Free Software Foundation has published its response to California Governor Gavin Newsom's executive order on artificial intelligence, which it refers to as 'so-called' AI. The group questions the feasibility and accountability of any mandated kill switch for AI systems, asking who would really control such a mechanism if it were developed. The FSF warns that safety controls could concentrate power in the hands of a few rather than serving the public.

Attention is turning to which US states will hold trifecta control — one party holding the governorship and both legislative chambers — after the 2026 elections. Gubernatorial and state legislative races that year will determine party control in dozens of state capitals, shaping policy on budgets, redistricting and social issues heading into the next presidential cycle.

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a first-in-the-nation law imposing a tax on private corporations that operate immigration detention facilities in California. The California Immigrant Policy Center welcomed the measure, which is framed as a way to make for-profit detention of immigrants more costly. Supporters see it as a precedent other states could follow in restricting the private immigration detention industry.

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook warned that artificial intelligence is exerting inflationary pressure that is likely to continue in the near term. Her remarks point to growing demand from AI investment, including data centers and energy use, as a factor keeping prices elevated. The comments matter for markets watching how the Fed weighs AI-driven costs in its rate decisions.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed legislation banning the use of shock gloves, part of a package of measures aimed at restricting immigration enforcement practices in the state. The law limits tools used by federal immigration agents operating in California. It marks the latest move in the state's ongoing conflict with the federal government over immigration policy.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed legislation banning the use of shock gloves, along with a package of other measures aimed at restricting immigration enforcement practices in the state. The bills are part of California's broader pushback against federal immigration operations, and are drawing attention as other states weigh similar limits on enforcement tactics.

Mississippi's governor has called a special election to fill a state Senate seat vacated by a retiring senator. The announcement sets the process in motion for voters in the affected district to choose a replacement. Further details about the timing of the election or the senator's reasons for stepping down were not immediately available.