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Prescription required to buy Vapes Under New Australian Legislation to Curb Youth Nicotine Addiction

Individuals under 18 will require a prescription to buy vapes, however this is federal law, it will be enforced by state and territory police.

How Redrawn Political Boundaries Could Shape Australia’s Next Federal Election

Redistributions are needed when the population of a state increases or decreases relative to the overall Australian population, such that the state is entitled to either add a seat, or a seat is removed from that state.

Peter Dutton surpasses Anthony Albanese in preferred Prime Minister polls

National security and defence also see Dutton with a substantial lead, garnering 42 per cent support compared to the prime minister’s 23 per cent.

South Australia’s plan to ban political donations raises big risks as well as benefits

ampaign spending by political parties and candidates would be capped during the period prior to a state election to keep the cost of public funding down.

Modi 3.0 Government Unveils New Cabinet Portfolios, Here’s who got what

With BJP’s allies gaining significant representation, the portfolio allocation underscores the coalition's strength

Mass resignations by founding members shake FijiFirst Party

This upheaval follows FijiFirst's recent confirmation that it had expelled 17 MPs for defying a party directive and voting for a pay rise.

Use of AI deepfake and social media misinformation a serious threat to India’s democracy

Cybersecurity expert, agrees that the use of deepfake "is a serious threat to democracy" as it "is difficult to detect by using automated and scalable means.

Schrödinger’s cat confused as losers rejoice, victors distraught in historic Indian elections

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is back with his party the BJP getting 240 seats, 32 shy of a majority on its own.

Why Congress’ High Social Media Reach Fails to Translate into Ground Support for Election 2024?

Engagement via social media can amplify echo chambers, where users are exposed primarily to content that reinforces their existing beliefs.support.

Amid Modi’s historic third term, here are some career options for Rahul Gandhi post-2024 election defeat

Sadanand Dhume made observation on X that Rahul Gandhi seems unsuited to the cut-throat world of Indian politics.

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Premier Allan confronted by angry residents while door-knocking in her own electorate

One local told 7News they “pretty much closed the door in her face”, while another reportedly described the early campaigning as smelling like “desperation”.

Perth man jailed for 10 years after smuggling cocaine hidden in curry packets

The man received a non-parole period of six years and six months after pleading guilty to multiple offences, including conspiracy to import a commercial quantity of cocaine

India and New Zealand mark 100 years of sporting ties with rugby coaching programme in Odisha

The programme featured leading New Zealand Rugby coaches Allan Bunting, Vania Wolfgramm and Kahu Carey working closely with 35 rugby coaches from across India
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