Yearly Archives: 2022

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Are there any ethical problems with sunscreen testing methods?

By Sarah Loughran and Sylvia Urban As summer approaches, we need to start remembering to slip on sun-protective clothing, slop on sunscreen, slap on a...

Meet the Indian-Australian Scientist behind the world’s first ‘Brain Clot Bank’

Dr Bhaskar, who is a physician-scientist and academic neurologist, is well known for his research on prevention and treatment of strokes.

Western Australian man banned from being a company director for insider trading

He previously pleaded guilty to illegally providing a client with market-sensitive information about a significant discovery by a Perth-based diamond exploration company.

US State Department rejects putting India on its list of countries violating religious freedom

Given the totality of the facts and the circumstances, determined that religious freedom concerns in India do not warrant a country of particular concern designation or placement on a special watch list.

‘Earth’s empty quarter’: many Pacific nations now have falling populations

Just in the past six months, populations have declined in two US territories, American Samoa and the Marshall Islands as well as the French overseas collectivity of New Caledonia.

US says Hello to Australia with a Namaste

The leaders reiterated Taiwan’s role as a leading democracy in the Indo-Pacific region, an important regional economy, and a key contributor to critical supply chains.

Australia’s Nobel Laureate appointed Chair of prestigious ‘Group of Eight’ universities

Professor Brian Schmidt, Vice-Chancellor of ANU, is a Nobel prize-winning astrophysicist and will commence as Chair on 1 February 2023.

Indian-Australian young family devastated by losing father in freak accident, community organises fundraiser

Friends and local community members are hopeful that this young family will get an opportunity to rebuild their lives in Australia.

Little improvement in minimising sexual harassment in Australian workplaces

A new survey shows 33% of workers were sexually harassed at work in the previous five years – 41% of women and 26% of men.

Australia activates security apparatus after India warns of growing Khalistani menace

"Allegations of some overseas players entering into Australia and running a malicious campaign with elements of possibly violent past are very concerning to us."

Must-read

Three Indian migrants killed in devastating highway crash in New Zealand

Police say the vehicle is believed to have crossed the centre line moments before the impact, though investigations into the cause are ongoing.

Hundreds of students set to lose qualifications as Melbourne training college registration canceled

College issued qualifications and statements of attainment without ensuring students had completed proper assessment or met competency requirements

Childcare worker Jayendra Jung Shahi granted bail over alleged slaping two toddlers

His lawyer told the court his mental health had declined following recent family tragedies, arguing he required support.
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