
Australia PM Albanese says Musk pushing agenda for X in social media ban criticism
Anthony Albanese says he is open to talk to Elon Musk about the social media ban, legislated last week.
Mon Dec 02 2024

'I will still use it' vows youth, as Australia's under-16 social media ban sparks anger and relief
Children, meanwhile, says they would try to find a way around the ban.
Fri Nov 29 2024

Australia's world-first social media ban for children under 16 attracts mixed reaction
Platforms now have a social responsibility to ensure the safety of our kids is a priority for them, says Australian PM Anthony Albanese.
Fri Nov 29 2024

Australia PM plays down privacy fears of social media ban for children
Anthony Albanese says social media firms would be required to destroy personal data used to verify ages of users.
Mon Nov 25 2024

Australian teen dies from tainted liquor in Laos; fourth suspected victim
Spurious liquor is a problem in Laos, with the govts of Australia and Britain warning citizens to be cautious when taking drinks there.
Thu Nov 21 2024

Australia's 'balance' in focus as Albanese to meet China's Xi
Anthony Albanese says Australia had not changed its position on any of the differences it has with Beijing.
Mon Nov 18 2024

Australia plans social media minimum age limit, angering youth digital advocates
Anthony Albanese said the government would run an age verification trial before introducing age minimum laws for social media this year.
Tue Sep 10 2024

Australia raises terror threat level to 'probable' from 'possible'
Anthony Albanese said he raised Australia's threat level following advice from security services, but said no imminent threat of an attack.
Mon Aug 05 2024

Australian leaders celebrate Julian Assange's freedom but opposition says he is 'no martyr'
He's no martyr and was never a political prisoner denied access to justice, said an opposition leader.
Thu Jun 27 2024

Australia PM condemns graffiti attack on US consulate in Sydney
The US consulate building in Sydney was defaced and sprayed with paint by a person carrying a small sledgehammer.
Mon Jun 10 2024

Australian court lifts order blocking X on church stabbing video
Australian court refused to extend a temporary order to take down posts showing the stabbing of a Sydney priest in April.
Mon May 13 2024

Australia targets social media with parliamentary probe
The government criticised social media platforms for not being quick enough to remove violent posts.
Fri May 10 2024

Australian PM Albanese says China military air incident unacceptable
A Chinese fighter jet endangered an Australian military helicopter during a confrontation over the Yellow Sea, Australia said.
Tue May 07 2024

Australia PM calls Musk 'arrogant billionaire' after court orders X to hide church stabbing posts
Anthony Albanese said social media must have social responsibility but Elon Musk was fighting to keep violent content on his platform.
Tue Apr 23 2024

Australia downplays Japan's role in AUKUS, says no plans to add member to defence pact
Australia said any cooperation would be on a project-by-project basis as differences emerge within the pact over adding new members.
Tue Apr 09 2024

What happened in Philippine drug war that led to Duterte's arrest?
Here are some facts about the drug war during Duterte's presidency from 2016 to 2022.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Soccer - Manchester United plans to build 'world's greatest stadium'
Manchester United plans to build a new 100,000-seat stadium next to the existing Old Trafford, the club announces.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Meta begins testing its first in-house AI training chip
Meta is working with Taiwan-based chip manufacturer TSMC to produce the chip, according to sources.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Russia says it wants united and 'friendly' Syria
Russia has two strategically important military bases in Syria, which it is hoping to retain in the wake of Assad's fall.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Musk says juggling DOGE and CEO jobs is difficult, as Tesla shares slump
Elon Musk says he is running his businesses "with great difficulty" while working with the Trump administration.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Philippine ex-leader Duterte long defiant on deadly drug war
Before becoming president, Rodrigo Duterte earned the nicknames "The Punisher" and "Duterte Harry" for his violent anti-drug crackdown.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Ismail Sabri probe: 36 witnesses finish giving statements to MACC, 23 others to be summoned
A MACC source said 23 other witnesses have also been identified and would be summoned to give their statements soon.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Westin Hotels marks World Sleep Day with wellness-focused offerings
With a growing demand for sleep tourism and wellness travel, Westin aims to solidify its position as a leader in holistic hospitality.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Govt wants local experts to help improve national cyber security - PM's press secretary
Tunku Nashrul Abaidah says the government has high confidence in local expertise to face cybersecurity challenges.
Tue Mar 11 2025

Philippines' ex-President Duterte arrested at ICC's request over 'drugs war', government says
Rodrigo Duterte was arrested upon his arrival at a Manila airport and the ex-leader is now in custody, the office of the president said.
Tue Mar 11 2025