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Costly defamation actions looming over Australian newsrooms, and diminishing press freedom

The article has drawn on evidence from a confidential source, the publisher is unable to put that source in the witness box because to do so would breach the media’s fundamental ethical obligation to protect the identity of confidential sources.

No increase in Pacific students in Australia, except from Fiji

Educational exchange is crucial for enhancing connections between individuals and societies and acts as a powerful tool for extending soft power.

How early entry schemes help Year 12 students experiencing disadvantage

In Australia, most domestic students gain admission to an undergraduate degree via an ATAR.

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.

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.

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.

How well is the federal government regulating social media in Australia?

The committee’s interim report was due on August 15, but has been delayed by the previous chair’s promotion to cabinet.

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India continues securing critical energy supplies as eighth gas carrier passes safely through Strait of Hormuz

It comes as no surprise that the India-flagged vessel successfully sailed through the Strait of Hormuz on National Maritime Day.

Daring US rescue behind enemy lines after Iran shoots down F-15 jet

The aircraft, an F-15E Strike Eagle, was shot down over southern Iran on Friday, with both crew members ejecting.

Traffic stop leads to 21-year-old Jaskaran Singh’s arrest in Canadian extortion probe

Investigators believe the scale and coordination of the activity point to organised criminal networks operating across multiple jurisdictions.
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