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Australia's world-first ban on social media for under 16s becomes law

The proposed bill has now been passed by lawmakers in both chambers of the Australian parliament.

28/11/2024

Tech News

Australian social media ban for under 16s moves closer to becoming law

Australia's social media ban for children under 16 has come a step closer to becoming law as it passes the House of Representatives.

27/11/2024

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30 pilot whales stranded on a beach in New Zealand rescued

On Sunday, more than 30 pilot whales that stranded themselves on a beach in New Zealand were safely returned to the ocean after conservation workers and residents helped to refloat them by lifting them on sheets. However, four of the pilot whales died, New Zealand’s conservation agency said.

26/11/2024

Health news

Weight loss drugs could help fight chronic kidney disease, study finds

Researchers said the drugs could make a major difference for chronic kidney disease patients by helping to reduce other risk factors.

26/11/2024

Tech News

Social media sites call for delay to Australia's social media ban

Social media sites are lobbying the Australian government to delay its proposed age limits for children younger than 16.

25/11/2024

Tech News

Internet entrepreneur Kim Dotcom 'suffers serious stroke', X post says

News of his ill health comes during a protracted battle by the US government to extradite the Finnish-German millionaire to the US from New Zealand to face charges of copyright infringement, money laundering and racketeering.

25/11/2024

Tech News

Australia slams Musk's reaction to its social media age limit bill

"Our job is to put in place the necessary protection for kids online," Australia's treasurer said after the billionaire criticised its new social media age limit bill.

22/11/2024

Tech News

Australia's social media age limits: Where do other countries stand?

Australia's communications minister has introduced a new bill to ban social media for minors under the age of 16. Will other countries follow suit?

21/11/2024

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Historic Maori rights demonstration in New Zealand

As tens of thousands of marchers crowded the streets, the throng of people with flags had the air of a festival rather than a protest.

19/11/2024

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Maori MPs stage haka protest against treaty bill

Maori lawmakers performed a haka in New Zealand's parliament, protesting a bill aimed at changing a treaty that granted land rights and protections to Maori tribes.

15/11/2024

Green News

Mega coral visible from space discovered in the Solomon Islands

A mega coral has been discovered by scientists in the Solomon Islands, which holds centuries of ocean secrets.

14/11/2024

Nature

How did an Antarctic penguin end up in Australia?

The runaway emperor penguin was seen attempting belly slides on the sands of an Australian beach.

12/11/2024

Culture news

Jamie Oliver book withdrawn after criticism by Indigenous Australians

Critics say the chef’s book “Billy and the Epic Escape” relies on tropes and stereotypes about Indigenous Australians.

11/11/2024

Culture news

Australian breaker Raygun retires after Olympics backlash

Rachael Gunn has quit competitive breakdancing after her unusual routine at the Paris Games went viral and generated criticism and conspiracy theories.

07/11/2024

Culture news

Radiohead's Thom Yorke walks off stage over Gaza heckler

Radiohead singer Thom Yorke stormed off stage at a concert in Melbourne after a fan shouted criticism of the musician’s position on Gaza.

31/10/2024

Green News

UK and Australia embark on new climate and energy partnership

It comes after Pacific leaders called on both countries to do more to tackle the climate crisis.

25/10/2024

Travel News

Is this airport’s 3-minute limit on goodbye hugs ‘inhumane’?

The airport’s CEO says hugs lasting longer than three minutes are “really awkward”.

22/10/2024

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Tourists and gold diggers boost Clermont economy as old mines re-open

In Australia, the small town of Clermont, in central Queensland, is enjoying a new lease of life thanks to rising gold prices.

14/10/2024

Travel News

Airline apologises after R-rated film airs on every screen on flight

The airline is reviewing how the incident took place after a movie that was 'clearly not suitable' was aired on every screen.

09/10/2024

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Tasmanian court excludes men from women-only exhibition

The Supreme Court of Tasmania ruled the "Ladies' Lounge" women-only exhibition legal, overturning a prior decision, citing protection under anti-discrimination law.

27/09/2024

Australia

Australian asylum seekers warn EU against rolling out offshore centres

Two asylum seekers with first-hand experience of Australia’s brutal offshore migrant processing centres told Euronews they have a message for European leaders mulling the prospect of doing the same back home: don’t.

25/09/2024

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WATCH: Pesto the giant penguin steals hearts at Melbourne Aquarium

Pesto, a massive king penguin chick at Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium, has become a social media sensation.

20/09/2024

Tech News

Australia plans to introduce social media age limit

"The bullying that can occur online, the access to material which causes social harm, and parents are wanting a response,” the Australian prime minister said.

10/09/2024

Travel News

Why is New Zealand tripling its tourist tax?

Tourism bodies say the 'incredibly expensive' new fee could deter visitors.

04/09/2024

Green News

UN Chief issues ‘global SOS’ on sea level rise during trip to Pacific

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for the world to “massively increase” finance and support for vulnerable countries.

27/08/2024

Nature

Scientists have taught crocodiles to stop eating poisonous toads

The taste aversion method could save many other native animals.

15/08/2024