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I am from India: Man shoved in anti-immigration rally in Australia; he was speaking against his tribe

An Indian man was pushed as he wanted to speak against immigration in Australia. An Indian-origin man sought to speak at an anti-immigration rally held recently in Australia. He was given the space though he was one of those that the ‘March for Australia’ targeted. But he made it a point to differentiate between himself […]

South Australia bans fish shaped soy sauce bottles leaving sushi lovers shocked; know why | World News

Plastic pollution remains a pressing global environmental issue, and South Australia has taken a notable step to address it by banning fish-shaped soy sauce bottles, the tiny containers commonly used with sushi. Effective from Monday, the ban targets these miniature bottles because they pose a greater environmental risk than other single-use plastics. As reported by […]

Protests in Australia: Thousands march in Sydney protesting immigrants; refugee group holds counter rally

Thousands of Australians on Sunday participated in anti-immigration demonstrations nationwide, which the center-left government denounced as being associated with neo-Nazis and intended to incite hatred. According to the group’s website, March for Australia marches against immigration took place in Sydney as well as other state capitals and rural hubs.According to the Australian Broadcasting Corp, between […]

Australia signs deal to send immigrants to Nauru

Australia has announced an agreement with the tiny Pacific nation Nauru enabling it to send hundreds of immigrants to the barren island. The deal affects more than 220 immigrants in Australia, including some convicted of serious crimes.Home affairs minister Tony Burke signed the memorandum of understanding on a visit to Nauru, the govt said in […]

Toilet crisis at 30,000 feet: Passengers forced to use bottles on a Virgin Australia flight after lavatory failure | World News

Passengers on a Virgin Australia flight from Bali to Brisbane faced an unprecedented mid-air crisis when all the plane’s toilets failed, forcing travellers to improvise in humiliating and unsanitary conditions. Flight VA50 departed Denpasar International Airport on 28 August with only two functioning lavatories, as a rear toilet was already out of service. Midway through […]

Australian cricketer Michael Clarke opens up on skin cancer battle: ‘Another one cut out…’

Former Australian cricket captain Michael Clarke has revealed that he has once again undergone treatment for skin cancer. Taking to Instagram, the 43-year-old shared an emotional post about his latest health scare while stressing the importance of regular medical check-ups. “Skin cancer is real! Especially in Australia. Another one cut out of my nose today,” […]

This Australian island has the world’s most beautiful airport landing and its runway begins in the ocean | World News

Descending into an airport is rarely considered the highlight of a journey, but some runways turn a standard arrival into an unforgettable experience. A new global study has crowned Lord Howe Island Airport in Australia as the world’s most beautiful airport landing, thanks to its rare ocean-to-beach runway and the breathtaking natural setting of this […]

Australia ends diplomatic ties with Iran, expels ambassador; urges its people to leave

Australia expels Iranian ambassador, accuses Iran of directing antisemitic attacks on its soil. Australia expelled Iran’s ambassador Ahmad Sadeghi, accusing the country of organizing two anti-Semitic attacks last year. The Australian Security Intelligence Organization said Iran was behind arson attacks on the Lewis Continental Kitchen, a kosher food company, in Sydney in October last year […]

‘Why my community being mocked’: Indian-origin mayor in Australia slams racist attack, steps down over dangerous driving charges

Indian-origin mayor in Australia Pradeep Tiwari condemned racist attacks as he’s stepping down temporarily from his post on allegations of dangerous driving. Pradeep Tiwari, an indian-origin mayor in Australia’s Maribyrnong, has stepped down temporarily from his post as he faces charges of dangerous driving. In a Facebook post, Tiwari condemned the racist attacks he faced […]

‘Dangerous acts of aggression’: Australia accuses Iran of plotting two antisemetic attacks; PM Albanese expels ambassador over alleged involvement

Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese (Image credits: AP) Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese on Tuesday accused Iran of orchestrating two antisemitic attacks in Melbourne and Sydney, announcing the expulsion of Tehran’s ambassador in response.Albanese said Australian intelligence had linked Iran to arson attacks on the Lewis Continental Kitchen, a kosher food company in Sydney last […]