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What to expect on Election Day: history could be made, or we’re in for a long wait (and plenty of conspiracies)

The polls might well be wrong: the electorate may have shifted dramatically since 2020 in ways that will only reveal themselves after the election.

Remembering Prof. Amar Nath Dwivedi, a towering figure in Indian English literature and education

Prof. Dwivedi's journey, from a rural village to significant academic achievements, reflects his resilience and determination.

Will it be Kamala Harris or Donald Trump? Here’s what each needs to win the US election

While there is no clear favourite to win, there are several critical factors that will driving voters’ decisions on Election Day.

Driving home after party and avoiding arrest: “Do driving apps help people break road rules?

Some drivers who use these apps are looking at and touching their screens more than they otherwise would. This can distract drivers and increase their risk of crashing.

Elon Musk’s posts see ‘sudden boost’—is he tweaking X’s algorithm ahead of the US election?

Research shows tech billionaire Elon Musk's posts were getting much higher views, retweets and likes in comparison to other prominent political accounts on the platform.

Albanese promises changes to HELP repayment arrangements to ease cost of living

The minimum threshold for repayments to start would be lifted by more than $10,000 a year, from about $54,000 in 2024-25 to $67.000 in 2025-26.

Fit kids have better mental and physical health. What’s the best way to get them active?

One recent study reveals even small improvements in fitness were linked to improved teen mental health.

Inflation is sinking ever lower. Now that it’s official what’s the RBA going to do?

The rate in the September quarter dropped to 2.8%, putting it for the first time within the Reserve Bank’s target range of two-point-something since the March quarter of 2020.

Can’t buy me love? China’s aid and the question of influence

China understands national interest as being advanced by favourable outcomes, by reducing the possibility of unfavourable outcomes — and by reducing the space for disagreement or dissent.

Urgent need for social cohesion in Fiji, says report

The discussion was chaired by the University of the South Pacific’s associate professor in Pacific journalism, Dr Shailendra Singh, a member of the editorial board of the National Security Defence Review (NSDR).

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Prime Minister Albanese lands in Fiji, pledges stronger Pacific ties

Albanese was welcomed at Nausori Airport by Fiji's Deputy Prime Minister Viliame Gavoka and Minister for Foreign Affairs and External Trade Sakiasi Ditoka. He was accorded a 50-member Guard of Honour by the Republic of Fiji Military Forces.

Victoria’s law-and-order crisis deepens as Labor MP Katie Hall injured stopping brutal attack

“I believe that the thug is now exactly where he should be – in custody.”

One Nation will scrap Multicultural Affairs office and Minister in English-only services push

What we are saying is that government services should be delivered in English.”
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