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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.
Apple's Siri calls ambulance for baby
A woman from Cairns, Australia, used Siri to call an ambulance for her one-year-old daughter when she stopped breathing.
Aus thrash hapless WI
David Warner scores an unbeaten half century as Australia romp to a six-wicket thrashing of West Indies in their opening Tri-Nation Series day-night game at the Guyana National Stadium on Sunday.
Spinners, Warner guide Australia to emphatic win
West Indies' performance on Sunday come straight out of the locker room that stored last year's data files, where the absence of Dwayne Bravo and Chris Gayle from the One-Day International (ODI) side come back to haunt them.
Kyrgios pulls out of Rio, blasts AOC
Fiery Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios pulls out of the Rio Olympics, blaming "unwarranted attacks" on him by Australian Olympic chiefs after he was warned to behave.
Nick Kyrgios pulls out after row with Australian Olympic Committee
Nick Kyrgios has pulled out of Rio 2016, accusing the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) of "unfair and unjust treatment" and "unwarranted attacks".
WI, SA to kick off tri-series
Hosts West Indies and South Africa get a tri-nation One-Day International series under way on Friday in Guyana with both teams in rebuilding mode following last year's World Cup.
Zampa wary of Warne comparison
Australia's search for a successor to Shane Warne is yet to bear fruit nearly a decade after he retired, so Adam Zampa is naturally wary about comparisons with the leg-spinning great.
Rashford becomes England's youngest debutant scorer
Marcus Rashford, who also scored on his debut for Manchester United, becomes the youngest player to score on his England debut as England beat Australia 2-1.
MH370: BBC reader finds possible debris in Mozambique
Experts following the disappearance of MH370 say it is likely that a new piece of debris found on a Mozambique beach came from the missing plane.
Australia women's national team defeated 7-0 by Newcastle Jets
The Australian Women's national football team were humbled 7-0 by a group of under-16 boys representing the Newcastle Jets on Wednesday.