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George Speight is free at last, but the ghosts of 2000 Fiji Coup linger

He wants to make a private apology to the former Prime Minister Mahendra Chaudhry, and other politicians who were held captive for 56 days in 2000.

Many people in the Pacific lack access to adequate toilets – and climate change makes things worse

Across Pacific nations, almost half a million people are living in informal urban settlements with a lack of proper sanitation, which can include difficult access to working toilets.

Unemployment of 4.2% is a sign of RBA success, but it might not last. Here’s why

Australia started raising interest rates when inflation reached about the same level as the other countries, but increased them by much less, by 4.25 percentage points, compared for example to 5.25 points in the United States.

Brisbane celebrates Ganesh Festival along with Cultural and Sporting Award Night

Six performances, including an energetic Bhangra routine, the graceful movements of classical Kathak, and an array of dynamic Bollywood dance performances, highlighted the rich cultural heritage of the Maratha community.

How we think about ‘obesity’ and body weight is changing. Here’s why

Recent policy documents in Australia, such as the National Ob*sity Strategy 2022–2032, acknowledge a broader view of ob*sity.

Does the Albanese government’s proposed ‘hate speech’ law give us what we need?

Prosecutions and convictions for these “aggravated” forms of vilification are extremely rare in Australia.

High-speed rail plans may finally end Australia’s 40-year wait to get on board

The ultimate plan is for a high-speed rail network to connect Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne and regional communities across the east coast.

Get set for more extreme weather across Australia this spring and summer

Australia’s severe weather season is really from October to April.

What causes food cravings? And what can we do about them?

Here’s how food cravings work and what you can do if you find yourself hunting for sweet or salty foods.

Attacks on Bangladeshi Hindus not exaggerated, Prof. Yunus must uphold democratic principles

Prothom Alo which is the most-read newspaper has now given clear numbers that between August 5 and August 20, Bangladesh saw at least 1,068 attacks on Hindu establishments.

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Foreign fishing boats torched as Australia sends hardline border warning

The Border Force says the action reflects a broader surge in enforcement across northern Australia, confirming a 40 per cent increase in the destruction of seized vessels this financial year compared with the same period last year.

School breaks make up more than an hour of the day. Should they be considered part of learning?

Recess and lunch are generally regarded as “breaks” from learning – where children can play or have free time.

Grandmother Bishnu Kumari Gurung visiting from Nepal killed after car ploughs into Perth home

Bishnu Kumari Gurung had arrived in Australia only months earlier with her husband to visit family.
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