Australia

Today marked a significant milestone in Australian legislative history as lawmakers enacted robust anti-hate legislation designed to combat a string of recent, alarming incidents targeting the Jewish community. Under this new law, minimum sentences are instituted for various offences, including a hefty one-year imprisonment for the act of giving a Nazi salute, a gesture laden with hatred and historical atrocity. This progressive legislation emerged from a confluence of support that spanned across party lines, uniting the…

On a day marked by celebration and camaraderie, tens of thousands of Australians took to the streets to voice their grievances regarding the treatment of Indigenous peoples. This outpouring of emotion coincided with Australia Day, a national holiday that commemorates the arrival of British colonizers in 1788. In bustling cities like Sydney and Melbourne, demonstrators rallied, shining a spotlight on the alarming incarceration rates, dismal health outcomes, and historical injustices faced by Aboriginal Australians—whose…

Mogadishu (AX) — Imagine the kaleidoscope of creativity that could unfold when the diverse, colorful palette of East African arts meets the dynamic rhythms of Australia's cultural scene. That's not just a far-off dream but an emerging reality, as the Australian High Commission in Kenya throws open the doors to an innovative partnership program. Targeting regions as eclectic and vibrant as Kenya, Tanzania, Somalia, Rwanda, Uganda, and Burundi, this initiative promises to spin a rich tapestry of creative collaboration from…

In a poignant turn of events, a remarkable Australian crocodile, measuring an impressive five and a half meters (or 18 feet) long, has passed away, as confirmed by a renowned wildlife sanctuary. This majestic creature, known as Cassius, previously held the title of the largest crocodile in captivity. Estimates suggest that Cassius was over 110 years old, a remarkable lifespan for a saltwater crocodile. His passing comes after a period of declining health that became apparent on October 15, as reported by Marineland…

The Taiwanese government has firmly declined South Africa's request to shift its representative office from Pretoria to Johannesburg. This demand followed pressure from China, which had urged the South African administration to complete the relocation by the end of October. Speaking on behalf of Taiwan, Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung emphasized the importance of honoring a 1997 agreement. That year marked a significant turning point; Pretoria officially severed diplomatic ties with Taipei but allowed Taiwan to retain its…

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, the extension of the Grand Inga Dam in the Goma region could finally see the light of day. On Sunday the 14th, President Félix Tsishekedi took the floor to announce the name of the partner chosen for this project, estimated at 80 billion dollars (US). This is the Australian mining magnate Andrew Forrest, who after making his fortune mining iron ore wants to become a…