Australia
Australia threatens fines for social media giants enabling misinformation
The bill is part of a wide-ranging regulatory crackdown by Australia, where leaders have complained that foreign-domiciled tech platforms are overriding the country's sovereignty, and comes ahead of a federal election due within a year.
Australia plans age limit to ban children from social media
The minimum age for children to log into sites such as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok has not been decided but is expected to be between 14 and 16 years, Albanese said.
Indonesia, Australia sign 'historic' defence pact
The two countries have sought to boost security ties in the face of increased flashpoints in the region including the South China Sea, where several states claim sovereignty over disputed islands and waterways.
Australians can now ignore work calls outside office hours
Australian employees can now enjoy their personal time without the intrusion of work-related communications, thanks to a new "right to disconnect" law that came into effect on Monday. This legislation protects employees, in most cases, from being penalised for not responding to work calls, emails, or texts outside of their official working hours.
Rupanty Akid set to appear next in ‘Hindi Vindi’
The film “Hindi Vindi”, an Indian-Australian co-production, is gearing up for its October release in cinemas across India and Australia. The movie features rising star Rupanty Akid in a significant role and is directed by Indian filmmaker Ali Sayed, based in Sydney.
Australia approves world's 'largest' solar hub
Authorities announced environmental approvals for the US$24 billion SunCable project in Australia's remote north that is slated to power three million homes.
Australia captain expresses concern over Women's T20 World Cup in Bangladesh
Australia women’s cricket captain Alyssa Healy has said it would be "hard to fathom" playing October's T20 World Cup in Bangladesh, amid the ongoing political crisis in the country.
Bangladesh HP move into final in Australian T20 series
Bangladesh High Performance squad moved into the final of Top End T20 series in Australia, beating Northern Territory Strike by 21 runs today.
Indian Film Festival of Melbourne set to feature ‘Agantuk’
The Bangladeshi film "Agantuk" (The Stranger) has been chosen to screen at the 15th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) in Australia. Directed by Biplob Sarkar, the film is a collaborative effort with co-producers Rammya Rahim Choudhury, Tazul Haque and himself. This esteemed festival, taking place from August 15 to 25, will showcase the freshest films from across the subcontinent.
Watching Satyajit Ray’s ‘Devi’ against the backdrop of religious tension in India
As yet another stage of religious tension arises in the subcontinent, it was heartening to see Australians warm up to the great Bengali film director Satyajit Ray.
Will Tigers find their groove in Antigua?
The scenic beauty of the Caribbean islands hardly ever fails to catch the attention of any ardent cricket fan as they engrossingly move with the camera during any cricket match played there.
Aus, NZ, Peru, Costa Rica fight for last two World Cup places
The last two places at the World Cup finals will be decided this week, with Australia, New Zealand, Peru and Costa Rica digging into their stamina reserves for do-or-die battles.
Australia primed for 'unparalleled' decade of major sporting events
Australia will over the next decade host a bumper schedule of major international sporting events as part of a long-term plan to boost tourism, health and the economy while also enhancing its global image.
Eduko hosts University of Western Australia in online session for Bangladeshi students
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is among the Group of Eight premier universities of Australia.
Military evacuates fire-hit Australian town
The Australian military has begun the seaborne evacuation of hundreds of people trapped in a fire-ringed southeastern town, as the country braced for yet more catastrophic conditions.
Australian newspapers redact front pages to protest media curbs
Australia’s biggest newspapers runs front pages made up to appear heavily redacted, in a protest against legislation that restricts press freedoms, a rare show of unity by the usually partisan media industry.
Smith, Warner in Aus T20 squad for SL, Pakistan series
Australia on Tuesday named Steve Smith and David Warner in their Twenty20 squad for home series against Sri Lanka and Pakistan as selectors firm up plans for next year's World Cup on home soil.
Australia aim to pour cold water on England's summer
England are still basking in the glow of an epic World Cup triumph but if anything can throw cold water over their memorable summer it would be a first home Ashes series loss to Australia for 18 years.
Limping Australia look forward to 'blockbuster' England semi
Australia captain Aaron Finch is relishing a "blockbuster" Cricket World Cup semi-final against England at Edgbaston on Thursday but injury concerns threaten to derail the plans of the defending champions.