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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.
Australia face must-win challenge against West Indies
The washout on Sunday (June 19) against South Africa has complicated the equation for Australia, who now go into their final league match in a must-win situation.
Aus-WI tie washed out
The seventh match of the Tri-Nation One-Day International Series between Australia and South Africa has been declared a no-result due to inclement weather, organizers say.
Samuels helps Windies to clinical win
Marlon Samuels produces his best batting effort in One-Day Internationals against Australia to lead the West Indies to a six-wicket victory in the fifth match of the Tri-Nation series at Warner Park in St Kitts on Monday.
'England ready for Pakistan'
England Test skipper Alastair Cook believes his batsmen are well-prepared to deal with Pakistan's fiery attack next month after getting plenty of practice in the middle against a weakened Sri Lanka side.
Samuels powers WI to clinical win
Marlon Samuels hits his highest score against Australia to help West Indies overcome the world champions in their tri-nation match.
Smith sure of Warner return for SL Tests
Australia opening batsman David Warner will miss the remainder of the triangular one day series in the West Indies due to a broken finger.
SA capitulate against Aus
Australia show the stuff of champions and South Africa's suspect temperament is again exposed as they crash to a 36-run defeat in the fourth match of the Tri-Nation One-Day International series at Warner Park in St Kitts.
Warner out for 2-6 weeks
Australia opener David Warner is set to miss the remainder of the one-day series in West Indies after breaking a finger during Saturday's win over South Africa, Australia said Sunday.
Warner ton sets up Australia win
David Warner hits his maiden ODI century outside Australia to set up a 36-run tri-series win over South Africa
Proteas agree to play D/N Test
South Africa overcome their reservations and agree to play a day-night pink ball Test against Australia in Adelaide this year, cricket chiefs announced Wednesday.