The Global Briefing: America is preparing to celebrate its 250th Independence Day this weekend with parades, fireworks and nationwide commemorations

The National Briefing · Jul 3, 2026 · 7m

The Global Briefing: America is preparing to celebrate its 250th Independence Day this weekend with parades, fireworks and nationwide commemorations.

Germany's coalition government has finally agreed on a sweeping package of tax, labour and pension reforms.

Australia is overhauling the way it manages defence projects after years of budget overruns and costly delays.

Guest: Dr Joan Swart - Researcher in Military Science at the University of Stellenbosch