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Britain's Prince Andrew is under intense media scrutiny after revelations that a close Chinese business associate was suspected by the British government to be a Chinese spy, leading to Andrew cutting off contact once concerns were raised. The case has raised questions about Chinese money given to Andrew, as well as his association with the late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, resulting in Andrew being stripped of his military links and royal patronages amid allegations...

Jett Zerk, a teenage racing car driver from Port Lincoln, is set to make his debut at Bathurst's Mount Panorama at the age of 16, becoming one of the youngest drivers to race there. Despite having to train on a simulator due to the lack of a nearby track, Jett has already achieved success in the South Australian Circuit Excel Racing Association series, winning Rookie of the Year. With his passion for speed and dreams...

A 36-year-old man in Melbourne has been charged with displaying a banned terrorist symbol for waving a Hezbollah flag during a protest. The rally was part of a national day of action for Gaza and included a small group with Hezbollah flags. The Australian Federal Police have charged multiple individuals for displaying prohibited terrorist symbols, with further charges expected to be laid. Full Article

A Chinese national with business ties to Prince Andrew has been barred from the UK due to national security concerns, as he was suspected of working for the Chinese Communist Party to influence UK figures. The man, who had developed a close relationship with the prince, was found to have access to sensitive information and had been granted the right to live in the UK indefinitely. Government officials were worried about potential political interference through...

As the sun sets over Sydney, the Opera House showcases the work of Indigenous artists, including the late Bidjigal elder Esme Timbery and her children Marilyn and Steven Russell, featuring delicate shellwork and prints against the ocean backdrop. The siblings express pride and gratitude for honoring their mother's heritage and talent, highlighting the deep spiritual connection between family, country, and culture. The illuminations also include Joseca Mokashesi Yanomami's depiction of a healing ceremony, emphasizing the...

A 14-year-old Thai-Australian boy was fatally stabbed by a friend after an argument in Bang Sareh, Thailand. The victim, a school student with a Thai mother and Australian father, was attacked outside a housing estate in Sattahip. The alleged attacker has been arrested, and the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has confirmed the death of an Australian in Thailand, offering condolences to the family. Full Article