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Victoria’s suppression orders under fresh scrutiny as migrant families call for clearer justice reporting

The Courts Council disputes that characterisation, describing the Melbourne Press Club/Monash University report as selective and not reflective of broader court-media engagement.

Booked to travel through the Middle East? Here’s why you shouldn’t cancel your flight

Passengers booked to travel on or before March 5 have two options: rebook on an alternative flight or request a refund. Etihad has issued similar advice. Qatar is referring travellers to its app.

Should unis ditch group assignments?

Just because collaborative abilities are not as easy to assess as other skills, such as factual recall, that doesn’t make them any less important.

Why Commonwealth Bank’s $1 billion suspected loan fraud should change how we bank and do business

The Commonwealth Bank reportedly suspects around A$1 billion in home loans were obtained fraudulently, including through AI-generated documents.

Bangladesh at a Crossroads: Questions around political influence, power, and narrative control

Some commentators argue that while development cooperation is normal, its political implications should always be examined carefully to ensure national sovereignty is protected.

When anti-corruption commitments confront political reality in the Pacific

The Charters’ case coincides with two significant anti-corruption milestones this month: a sixth anniversary event for the Teieniwa Vision in Suva and the release of Transparency International’s 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI).

Horrific bashing of LGBTQ+ teens sign of dangerous Islamic State resurgence in Australia

Australia was one of the Western countries that produced the most young men per capita to fight for IS in the 2010s.

One Nation has been on the fringes of Australian politics for 30 years. Here’s why its popularity soaring now?

Economic strain, grievance, fear and the aftermath of the Bondi terrorist attack have created the perfect conditions for the populist party.

Is surgery necessary for my endometriosis or ‘suspected’ endo?

Sometimes a surgeon looks inside the pelvis and doesn’t see endometriosis, or histopathology (the tissue taken for analysis in a laboratory) is negative.

What are your options if you can’t afford to repay your mortgage?

You can also apply to access your superannuation on compassionate grounds, to prevent foreclosure or the forced sale of your home.

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Baltej Singh, nephew of Indira Gandhi’s Khalistani assassin, loses bid to keep identity secret in NZ’s record “Honey Bear” meth case

Baltej Singh was arrested at Auckland Airport while attempting to board a flight to Dubai, carrying more than $10,000 in cash.

Dinesh Gourisetty wins Liberal preselection defeating Moira Deeming in western metro contest

Despite backing from prominent conservative figures, including former prime minister Tony Abbott and media commentator Peta Credlin, Deeming was unable to hold off the challenge.

Young blood takes charge: Two-Thirds of Nepal’s Ministers under 40

At 35, Balen Shah is the youngest person ever to serve as prime minister in Nepal’s history. His government is characterized by a remarkably youthful leadership, with 10 out of the 15 ministers under 40 years of age, making it one of the youngest cabinets in the world.
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