Worshippers were forced to escape Melbourne’s Adass Israel synagogue early Friday after a suspected arson attack, which Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned as an “act of hate.” Firefighters arrived at the Ripponlea synagogue just after 4:00 AM local time (17:00 GMT Thursday) to find the building engulfed in flames. Community leaders reported that “a few … Read more
Australia has passed what may become the world’s strictest social media laws, banning children under 16 from using platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. The legislation, approved by the Senate, will impose fines of up to A$50 million ($32.5 million; £25.7 million) on companies that fail to comply. However, the changes won’t take effect … Read more
Australian lawmakers have voted to censure Aboriginal senator Lidia Thorpe for heckling King Charles during his visit to Canberra last month, marking their “profound disapproval” of her protest. The motion, passed by a 46-12 majority in the Senate, described Thorpe’s actions as “disrespectful and disruptive,” deeming them incompatible with her role in representing the chamber … Read more
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced on Thursday that his government will legislate a ban on social media access for children under 16, a measure being called “world-leading.” “Social media is doing harm to our kids, and I’m calling time on it,” Albanese said at a press conference. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘I Feel Sorry For Joshua’ … Read more
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has expressed confidence that the AUKUS defense pact will have continued support from any future U.S. administration, following discussions with President Joe Biden on Saturday. Speaking from Philadelphia, Albanese stated, “There is no question in my mind that AUKUS will continue to have the support of any future U.S. administration.” … Read more