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Over 30,000 Australians Back Petition to Halt Misinformation and Disinformation Bill

The Australian Senate is due to consider the Bill next week, after it passed the House of Representatives with support of Labor and the Teals.

November 21, 2024BY Monica O’Shea

Attorneys General Urge Congress to Pass Kids Online Safety Act

Rep. Steve Scalise has expressed concerns that the current version of KOSA would give the federal government more ...

November 21, 2024BY Savannah Hulsey Pointer

Spain to Legalize 300,000 Illegal Immigrants Every Year Under New Reforms

The reforms come as the country struggles with an aging population.

November 20, 2024BY Katabella Roberts

Doctors Without Borders Suspends Operations in Haiti’s Capital

The international humanitarian organization said after alleged threats to staff, the suspension will last until further notice.

November 20, 2024BY Katabella Roberts

Half of Australians Think Immigration Numbers Are Too High

Net overseas migration has risen by 509,800 people in a year.

November 19, 2024BY Monica O’Shea

2.5 Million Australians Working in Public Sector Roles, Costing Taxpayers $232 Billion

The number of public servants in every state has increased between 2023 and 2024.

November 18, 2024BY Monica O’Shea

Australian Misinformation Bill Faces Roadblock From 2 More Senators

The legislation has been described as 'dangerous' by the Opposition.

November 17, 2024BY Monica O’Shea

Study Links Green Spaces to Better Mental Health and Cognition in Kids

Georgia State University study highlights the significance of urban green spaces, particularly for their ability to enhance mental ...

November 16, 2024BY Savannah Hulsey Pointer

Princess Yuriko, Oldest Member of Japan’s Imperial Family, Dies at 101

The princess had lived a healthy life as a centenarian, regularly exercising and reading multiple newspapers and magazines, ...

November 15, 2024BY Katabella Roberts

Party of Sri Lanka’s New Marxist-Leaning President Wins Majority in Parliamentary Election

The National People’s Power coalition has secured a five-year term in the country's snap elections.

November 15, 2024BY Katabella Roberts

Voters in 3 States Reject Ballot Initiatives on School Choice and Private School Funding

Voters in Nebraska, Colorado, and Kentucky have rejected ballot initiatives that would have protected some forms of school ...

November 14, 2024BY Savannah Hulsey Pointer

Australia’s Misinformation Bill Faces Upper House Battle as Elon Musk, Senators Cite Free Speech Threat

Two independent Senators Tammy Tyrrell and David Pocock have already indicated they will oppose the bill.

November 12, 2024BY Monica O’Shea

Bird Flu Wreaks Havoc on California’s Dairy Industry, Could Disrupt Food Supply Chain

Agencies report the disease has affected nearly 260 dairies statewide, and producers are facing quarantines restricting the movement ...

November 12, 2024BY Brad Jones

Australia’s House Passes Misinformation Bill, Opposition Says It ‘Belongs in a Dictatorship’

However, Labor defended the legislation as a necessary step to protect the safety of Australians and uphold democracy.

November 7, 2024BY Monica O’Shea

Foreign Minister Looks Forward to Working With Trump, Confident on AUKUS

Albanese also congratulated Trump, adding that he will not apologise for past comments about him.

November 6, 2024BY Monica O’Shea

Min Leads Baugh in Battle for Congressional Seat in California’s Orange County

Preliminary results show Democrat Dave Min ahead of Republican Scott Baugh.

November 6, 2024BY Brad Jones

Australian Recorded Flu Cases the Highest on Record

The data only includes laboratory recorded flu cases for those who have tested.

November 5, 2024BY Monica O’Shea

77 Days of Transition: New Law Aims to Streamline Presidential Power Transfer Process

Under this mandate, Trump and Harris may find themselves forming rival administrations for weeks.

November 5, 2024BY Savannah Hulsey Pointer

Colorado Voters to Decide Whether School Choice Should Be Enshrined in Constitution

Amendment 80 states that parents have the right to direct the education of their children.

November 2, 2024BY Savannah Hulsey Pointer

More Than 25,000 Marijuana Plants Seized in California State Parks This Year

The parks’ special enforcement team removed tens of thousands of cannabis plants, 18 firearms, and thousands of pounds ...

October 31, 2024BY Kimberly Hayek

Candace Owens Denied Australian Visa Amid Government Concerns Over ‘Discord’

Owens says the Australian government does not want her in front of an audience.

October 31, 2024BY Monica O’Shea

California Governor Pledges Nearly Another Billion to Reduce Homelessness, Promises Transparency

Gov. Gavin Newsom said the money will be handed out with 'strong accountability measures and reporting requirements.'

October 29, 2024BY Kimberly Hayek

Regulator to Probe NSW Power Outage That Left Thousands Without Power for Days

The outage was caused after a major storm destroyed seven transmission towers.

October 28, 2024BY Monica O’Shea

NSW Looks to Legalise E-Scooters and E-Bikes

An inquiry has heard about the risk of injury from personal mobility vehicles travelling at speed on public ...

October 28, 2024BY Monica O’Shea

Customs Agent Gets 23 Years for Taking Bribes to Let Drugs and Immigrants Enter US

The officer charged traffickers about $17,000 per vehicle and used his earnings to buy cars, motorcycles, and jewelry.

October 28, 2024BY Kimberly Hayek

Greens Suffer Major Swings, LNP and Labor Back in the Contest for Inner-City Voters

The Green's position may have been undermined by their ongoing support for radical protest movements.

October 26, 2024BY Monica O’Shea

Restrictions on Puppy Farms Introduced With Fines Over $500,000

A maximum cap of 20 fertile female dogs over six months at any breeding premise will apply if ...

October 24, 2024BY Monica O’Shea