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Opposition leader Peter Dutton's first week of the election campaign has been marred by his attempts to appeal to both pro-Trump supporters and the broader electorate, leaving him entangled in a Trump-shaped wedge and under pressure to provide concrete policy details. Labor has capitalized on Dutton's missteps, painting him as a Trump-lite figure.

President Trump unveiled his long-awaited "liberation day" trade policy, imposing tariffs on foreign imports from Saturday. The tariffs vary by country, with some facing higher "reciprocal" rates based on how the Trump administration perceives America has been treated by each individual trading partner.

Hormonal fluctuations, particularly during a woman's menstrual cycle and around menopause, can alter the composition of sweat, making it more appealing to bacteria and leading to stronger body odor. However, persistent changes in sweat or odor warrant further investigation by a medical professional.

Nicholas Roske, a 26-year-old California man, is preparing to plead guilty to charges of attempting to assassinate Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, with his sentencing potentially reaching life in prison. The alleged plot, which was reportedly aborted at the last minute due to intervention from his sister, also highlighted concerns over judicial security and was partly motivated by the fallout from controversial court decisions.

US stocks surged on Wednesday after the Trump administration announced a one-month reprieve on auto tariffs for Canada and Mexico, reversing steep declines from earlier in the week. The announcement eased investor fears about a global trade war, leading to notable gains in major indices and prominent automakers.