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Trusted news agencies tracing tendencies of democratisation and autocratisation globally
Trusted news agencies tracing tendencies of democratisation and autocratisation globally
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The Islamist-motivated murder of 15 visitors to a Jewish festival in Sydney continues to stir up Australia's society. Now the government has announced a wide-ranging investigation that will make recommendations on how to combat extremism.
On Sunday, Australia commemorated the 15 people who lost their lives in the terrorist attack at Bondi Beach a week earlier. As the country continues to mourn, new proposals are being put forward on how Australia's government intends to prevent such acts of violence in the future.
The effects of the terrorist attack on Bondi beach continue to reverberate throughout Australia and the world as the first funerals are held and several remain hospitalised. PM Anthony Albanese has now announced a reform of the country's hate speech laws.
US social media site Reddit is taking the Australian government to court over its ban on social media for under-16s. The ban affects all platforms. Reddit argues that the ban violates freedom of speech principles and is intrusive.
Pauline Hanson stunned the Australian Senate by shoing up in a burqa, earning her a suspension from seven sitting days. This isn't far-right Hanson's first proverbial rodeo, she has campaigned for a burqa ban for years.
Women who allegedly suffered widespread and systemic sexual abuse, harassment, discrimination and victimisation while serving in the Australian defence force are taking part in a class action against the commonwealth.
Australian Foreign Minister Wong has announced sanctions on Russian leaders responsible for repressing rights in Russia. Wong was speaking before a meeting with Yulia Navalnaya, whom she described as a "fearless voice for democracy in Russia."
In its first diplomatic expulsion since World War II, Australia has ordered the Iranian ambassador out. Prime Minister Albanese accused Tehran of direct involvement in attacks on Australia's Jewish community. Ambassador Sadeghi and three other diplomats must leave within a week.
Three New Zealand lawmakers were suspended from parliament after performing a haka in protest against a widely unpopular bill, with their political party, Te Pāti Māori, saying this signals parliament has sent a message that Māori identity is a threat to New Zealand’s democracy.
