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India’s G20 Presidency: A Journey of Inclusivity and Being Voice of Global South

Terrorism and the senseless killing of civilians are unacceptable, and we must address it with a policy of zero tolerance.

Casual, distant, aesthetically limited: 5 ways smartphone photography is changing how we see the world

As the number of images made each year increases and new ways to make images emerge, being thoughtful about how we use our cameras or other image-making technology

Prof. Pal Ahluwalia reappointed as Vice-Chancellor and President of USP for another term

The Council also heard from staff representatives and urged the unions and management to work collaboratively in the interest of the University.

Future democracies and the rise of China’s generative AI power

“China leads the world in 37 out of 44 critical technologies, with Western democracies falling behind in the race for scientific and research breakthroughs.”

How does Australia’s health system stack up internationally?

About 30% of people in OECD countries are over 65, while the Australian proportion is about 20%.

Mike Pezzullo sacked after scathing findings accusing him of misusing his position

A hawk on China policy and hard-line on national security issues, especially border protection, Pezzullo was a divisive figure in the bureaucracy.

Labor loses four points in two Newspolls to slump to a 50–50 tie

Peter Dutton’s net approval was steady at -13, so Albanese and Dutton are now tied on net approval.

Teachers in films are often portrayed as rule breakers, losers or villains

Screen teachers are also predominantly single, white, middle-class women. White teachers outnumber teachers of other ethnicities by ten to one.

The long, dark history of antisemitism in Australia

Antisemitic incidents have spiked in Australia since the October 7 attack by Hamas militants on Israeli communities outside Gaza.

Efficient cooling should be the law for rental homes

Poor housing quality, such as lack of insulation, also affects home owners, especially those on low incomes.

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Man arrested after suspicious fire damages Melbourne church, police investigate possible arson

Fire Rescue Victoria worked to prevent the fire from engulfing the entire building, successfully bringing the situation under control before major structural damage occurred.

Hidden cash haul worth nearly $2m restrained in AFP-led crime crackdown

The assets were originally seized by the Australian Federal Police in July 2022 during an operation that dismantled the alleged syndicate.
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