Australia is introducing a new law that could soon ban children under 16 from using social media. The government wants to protect kids from harmful content online and make social media companies responsible for keeping young people safe. Communications Minister Michelle Rowland introduced this law in Parliament, saying that social
Starting January 2026, businesses selling important items like groceries, medicines, and fuel will have to accept cash payments from customers—unless they get a special exemption. This new rule is part of a government plan to ensure that people who still rely on cash can continue using it for essential purchases,
India recently accused Canada of blocking an Australian news site, Australia Today, after it published comments from Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar during his official visit to Australia. Jaishankar was speaking about the ongoing diplomatic tension between India and Canada, largely fueled by Canada’s allegations that India has targeted
During a reception for King Charles III and Queen Camilla at the Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, a dramatic moment unfolded when an Indigenous Australian lawmaker interrupted the event with a powerful outburst. After the British monarch finished his speech on Monday, independent Senator Lidia Thorpe stepped forward and confronted
Australia is launching a huge $60 million project to fight feral cats, which are threatening many of the country’s unique animals. Here’s why this matters and how the money will be used: Why Are Feral Cats a Problem? Feral cats have been in Australia since 1788, and they’ve caused a
Australia’s bold move to make Google and Facebook pay for news content they share turned into a high-stakes drama when the tech giants threatened to pull out of the country. But instead of leaving Google and Facebook cut deals worth $166 million annually with local news outlets, avoiding the full
McDonald’s in Australia has reduced its breakfast hours by 90 minutes due to a severe egg shortage caused by bird flu outbreaks across several states. The outbreaks have led to the euthanization of over one million birds, impacting egg supplies nationwide. McDonald’s announced on social media that breakfast will now
Discover which cities around the globe are causing jaws to drop with their astronomical housing prices! From the bustling streets of Hong Kong to the picturesque shores of Sydney, find out why these locations are becoming increasingly unaffordable for residents and prospective homeowners alike. Uncover the surprising factors driving up
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has been released from Belmarsh prison after a lengthy legal battle, marking a major development in his quest for freedom. He’s agreed to plead guilty to leaking US national security secrets in exchange for returning to his native Australia, avoiding extradition to the US and potentially
