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Campaign Group, Teens Ask High Court to Block Australia’s Social Media Ban for Under-16s
In November 2024, Australia became the first country to pass a law on a social media ban for children under 16 from several platforms.
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America in Brief
President Donald Trump Meets NYC Mayor-elect; the Supreme Court takes on Texas redistricting case
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Taiwan President Announces $40 Billion in New Defense Spending to Counter China
The top U.S. envoy in Taiwan has welcomed Taiwan President Lai Ching-te’s announcement, saying the entire world ‘has a stake’ in ensuring peace in the region.
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Witkoff to Visit Moscow to Discuss Peace Plan Next Week, Kremlin Says
Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov confirmed there was a preliminary agreement for Trump’s envoy to travel to the Russian capital.
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No Firm Deadline for Conclusion of Russia-Ukraine Peace Deal: Trump
The U.S. president had earlier suggested Thanksgiving as a possible deadline for Russia and Ukraine to come to an agreement on ending the war.
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Brains Have 5 ‘Major Epochs’ in a Lifetime: Study
Neuroscientists studied the structure of the brain at different ages for the research.
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Beijing Uses Security Dialogue as Cover for Indo-Pacific Expansion: Analysts
Observers warn the threat to Taiwan and U.S. allies remains high even as strategic calculations and internal instability affect future Chinese military drills.
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Abbott Downplays Burqa Stunt Backlash, Says Islamophobia Not an Issue in Australia
Abbott also called on Liberal Party supporters to get more involved and try to steady the ship.
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Inflation Rises Again, Crushing Hopes of Christmas Rate Cut
Electricity, housing, and travel costs push inflation up again, undermining hopes for more rate relief before the end of 2025.
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Primacy of UN Climate Body’s Research Challenged in Australian Parliament
IPA Executive Director Scott Hargreaves argued that current consensus does not mean an end to scientific inquiry.
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Dutton Was the Least Popular Liberal Leader, New Study Shows
Just 8 percent of voters felt the opposition leader had won the televised debates against Anthony Albanese, again the lowest figure ever recorded.
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Campaign Group, Teens Ask High Court to Block Australia’s Social Media Ban for Under-16s
In November 2024, Australia became the first country to pass a law on a social media ban for children under 16 from several platforms.
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America in Brief
President Donald Trump Meets NYC Mayor-elect; the Supreme Court takes on Texas redistricting case
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Taiwan President Announces $40 Billion in New Defense Spending to Counter China
The top U.S. envoy in Taiwan has welcomed Taiwan President Lai Ching-te’s announcement, saying the entire world ‘has a stake’ in ensuring peace in the region.
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Witkoff to Visit Moscow to Discuss Peace Plan Next Week, Kremlin Says
Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov confirmed there was a preliminary agreement for Trump’s envoy to travel to the Russian capital.
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No Firm Deadline for Conclusion of Russia-Ukraine Peace Deal: Trump
The U.S. president had earlier suggested Thanksgiving as a possible deadline for Russia and Ukraine to come to an agreement on ending the war.
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Brains Have 5 ‘Major Epochs’ in a Lifetime: Study
Neuroscientists studied the structure of the brain at different ages for the research.
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Beijing Uses Security Dialogue as Cover for Indo-Pacific Expansion: Analysts
Observers warn the threat to Taiwan and U.S. allies remains high even as strategic calculations and internal instability affect future Chinese military drills.
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Abbott Downplays Burqa Stunt Backlash, Says Islamophobia Not an Issue in Australia
Abbott also called on Liberal Party supporters to get more involved and try to steady the ship.
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Inflation Rises Again, Crushing Hopes of Christmas Rate Cut
Electricity, housing, and travel costs push inflation up again, undermining hopes for more rate relief before the end of 2025.
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Primacy of UN Climate Body’s Research Challenged in Australian Parliament
IPA Executive Director Scott Hargreaves argued that current consensus does not mean an end to scientific inquiry.
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Dutton Was the Least Popular Liberal Leader, New Study Shows
Just 8 percent of voters felt the opposition leader had won the televised debates against Anthony Albanese, again the lowest figure ever recorded.
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