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UK Review into NHS Hits out at Glacial Response to Concerns
LONDON—A scathing review into three scandals that have rocked Britain’s National Health Service concluded Wednesday that patients suffered avoidable harm because their concerns were ignored by a system that moved … -
UK Should Sanction Chinese Human Rights Abusers, British Lawmakers Say
British Parliamentarians urged the UK government on Monday to target Chinese human rights abusers with its new Magnitsky-style … -
As five million Victorians prepare to enter six weeks of lockdown, the state has recorded 134 new coronavirus …
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UK Treasury Chief Plans Boost to Youth Jobs
LONDON—British Treasury chief Rishi Sunak on Wednesday is set to announce a 2-billion-pound ($2.5 billion) program to create … -
WHO Acknowledges ‘Evidence Emerging’ of Airborne Spread of COVID-19
GENEVA—The World Health Organization on Tuesday acknowledged “evidence emerging” of the airborne spread of the novel coronavirus, after … -
Victoria Locked Down for 6 Weeks Amid Rapid Spread of CCP Virus
Victorians are facing the prospect of a bleak winter under a six-week “stay at home” order imposed by … -
Federal Government May Bring Forward Personal Tax Cuts to Boost Recovery From CCP Virus
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has indicated the Australian government may bring forward planned income tax cuts to boost the … -
Testing Almost Done at Melbourne Towers
COVID-19 testing at Melbourne’s nine locked-down public housing towers is expected to be completed soon. About 3000 residents … -
Victoria’s Second Lock Down Will Slow Australian Economic Recovery: Federal Treasurer
Josh Frydenberg, Australia’s federal government treasurer, has admitted the second Victorian lockdown will slow down Australia’s post-COVID-19 economic … -
Victorians Blocked From Entering Tasmania
Tasmania is banning all Victorian travellers from midnight on July 8, amid an escalating COVID-19 outbreak in Melbourne. … -
US Hits CCP Officials With Visa Bans Over Tibet Access
WASHINGTON—The Trump administration fired a new shot at the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) on Tuesday by imposing travel …
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Canadian Opinions Turbulent on Airlines COVID-19 Plans, According to Poll
OTTAWA—A new poll suggests turbulence ahead for airlines seeking public support for their current COVID-19 plans. Seventy-two percent of Canadians surveyed by Leger and the Association for Canadian Studies say they’re … -
UK Says It Can Draw Investment and Defend Values After Huawei Row
LONDON—Britain can both remain a popular destination for foreign investment and stand up for its values, its business … -
Hong Kong Libraries Pull Pro-Democracy Books for Review Under Beijing’s Security Law
Books written by prominent Hong Kong pro-democracy figures have been removed from library shelves across the city in … -
Qantas Introduces Afterpay Option for Customers
Qantas has entered an alliance with Afterpay, allowing frequent flyers to earn points by using the deferred payment … -
Israel Reimposes Restrictions After COVID-19 Spike
Israel on Monday reimposed a series of restrictions to fight a spike in coronavirus infections. -
Northern Territory Brings Back Mandatory Quarantine
Mandatory supervised quarantine for Melbourne residents who visit the Northern Territory could be in place for a year … -
US Calls Out Chinese Regime’s ‘Orwellian Censorship’ on Hong Kong
The U.S. Department of State late Monday issued a statement strongly condemning the Chinese Communist Party’s crackdown on … -
Victorian Health Workers Told to Wear Face Masks
Health workers are being told to wear face masks to prevent the spread of coronavirus in Victoria, as … -
Concerns for NSW-Vic Border Communities
The NSW-Victoria border will be closed as COVID-19 cases in the southern state climb, with authorities scrambling to … -
EU Forecasts Deeper Economic Hit From Pandemic
BRUSSELS—The European Union’s executive arm forecasts that the bloc’s economy will contract more than previously expected because of … -
Melbourne Lockdown Returns for 6 Weeks
Melbourne will be put back into lockdown for six weeks from 11.59 p.m. on Wednesday after Victoria recorded … -
New Zealand Government Takes Control of Airline to Manage Arrivals as Quarantine Hotels Fill Up
The New Zealand government has temporarily assumed control over Air New Zealand ticket sales for returning citizens as quarantine … -
Melbourne Public Housing Residents ‘Virtually Under House Arrest’: Aussie MP
Liberal Party opposition spokesman for housing Tim Smith has urged Victoria’s Labor government to outline its plans to … -
Regulator Rules Chinese State Broadcaster Violated UK Laws
Chinese state broadcaster CGTN, which aired a forced confession extracted from a British citizen in 2013, is guilty … -
Hong Kong Leader Refuses to Guarantee Press Freedom Under Beijing’s National Security Law
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam unashamedly defended Beijing’s newly-implemented national security law on July 7, but failed to … -
Aussie States Border Closure a ‘Berlin Wall’ to Economic Recovery Says Industry Chief
The head of a peak Australian industry group has criticised the decision to close the border between New … -
RBA Keeps Cash Rate on Hold at 0.25 Pct
The Reserve Bank of Australia has kept the cash rate at a record low of 0.25 percent at … -
Aussie Government Proposes New Legal Protections for Personal Data
A week after the Australian government announced it would beef up the nation’s cyber security, the government services … -
Victoria Records 191 New COVID-19 Cases on July 7
Victoria has recorded 191 new cases of coronavirus, as the state prepares for the closure of its border … -
During Pandemic, Nicaraguan Doctors Face Political Pressure
MANAGUA, Nicaragua—Inside Nicaragua’s public hospitals, the walls are plastered with political propaganda, ruling-party activists ensure no information leaks … -
UK Sanctions Russians, Saudis Under New Magnitsky Powers
LONDON—Britain on July 6 announced economic sanctions against individuals and organizations from Russia, Saudi Arabia, Myanmar, and North … -
Displaced Yazidis Head Back to Sinjar as Coronavirus Lockdown Bites
SHARYA, Iraq—Hundreds of Yazidi families driven from their hometown of Sinjar in northern Iraq years ago are now … -
Turkey Calls on EU to Be ‘Honest’ in Dispute With Members
ANKARA, Turkey—The Turkish foreign minister on June 6 called on the European Union to be an “honest broker” …
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Concerns Remain for Melbourne Tower Residents
Thousands of residents in Melbourne public housing towers still haven’t received enough food and supplies, two days into the coronavirus lockdown. Nine towers in Flemington and North Melbourne were locked … -
Traditional Teaching Helps Disadvantaged Students the Most
Commentary Picture a school in an underprivileged part of north London, England. One-third of nearby families live in … -
Lac-Megantic to Mark Seventh Anniversary of Rail Disaster With Memorial Site
Lac-Megantic will today mark the seventh anniversary of a tragic rail disaster by inaugurating a long-planned memorial space. … -
German Recovery From COVID-19 Will Be Slow and Painful, Data Shows
BERLIN—German industrial orders rebounded moderately in May, and a fifth of firms in Europe’s biggest economy said in … -
UK Decision on Huawei Not Set in Stone, British Minister Says
LONDON—Britain’s decision to allow China’s Huawei to play a limited role in building its 5G network is not … -
Britain Set to Use New Powers to Impose Sanctions Over Rights
LONDON—Britain will list on Monday the first foreign nationals to face asset freezes and visa bans for alleged … -
UK Pledges Boost for the Arts as It Eyes Socially Distant Performances
LONDON—Britain will invest nearly 1.6 billion pounds ($2 billion) in the arts, and hopes to allow outdoor and … -
Hundreds of Scientists Say CCP Virus is Airborne, Urge WHO to Revise Recommendations
A group of international scientists who say there is evidence that the CCP virus can be spread through … -
Cormann Exit Will Make Senate Deals Harder
Mathias Cormann’s departure from politics will leave Prime Minister Scott Morrison with a big hole to fill not … -
Oscar-Winning Film Composer Ennio Morricone Dies at 91
ROME—Ennio Morricone, the Italian composer whose haunting scores to Spaghetti Westerns like “A Fistful of Dollars” and “The … -
East Africa’s Locust Outbreak Is Far From Over
NAIROBI, Kenya—The crunch of young locusts comes with nearly every step. The worst outbreak of the voracious insects … -
France-Turkey Spat Over Libya Arms Exposes NATO’s Limits
BRUSSELS—The festering dispute between France and Turkey over a naval standoff in the Mediterranean Sea has revealed NATO’s … -
Prominent Economist Proposes “JobTweaker” Sequel to “JobKeeper”
Prominent economist Chris Richardson has called on the Australian government to extend “JobKeeper” beyond September, proposing a revamped … -
127 New Virus Cases as Vic Border Closed
Victoria is shut off from the rest of the country as a record number of COVID-19 cases prompted … -
South Korea Court Rejects US Extradition Request for Child Porn Network Operator
SEOUL—A South Korean court on Monday refused an extradition request by U.S. law enforcement authorities for a man …
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Japan Floods Leave up to 34 Dead, Many at Nursing Homes
TOKYO—Deep floodwaters and the risk of more mudslides that left at least 34 people confirmed or presumed dead hampered search and rescue operations Sunday in southern Japan, including at elderly … -
UK Minister Says Huawei Must Meet Conditions for Involvement in 5G Network
LONDON—China’s Huawei has clear conditions to meet for Britain to continue to allow its involvement in the development … -
Greece PM Says Won’t Accept Strict EU Conditions on COVOD-19 Aid
Greece will not accept strict European Union conditions on the use of the coronavirus emergency aid, Prime Minister … -
Housing Towers in Australian City Look Like ‘Crime Scene’ as Hard COVID-19 Lockdown Enforced
Victorian Council of Social Service CEO Emma King has urged the government to “proportionately” handle its immediate hard … -
Victoria Government Gets Nations Medical Officers’ Backing on Lockdown
The acting chief medical officer has thrown his support behind the Victorian authorities for the actions they have … -
Tough Border Controls When Northern Territory Reopens
Tough entry and quarantine measures will be implemented across the Northern Territory upon the reopening of borders in … -
New NSW Coronavirus Cases All Returned Travellers
New South Wales has recorded 14 new coronavirus cases, but all were returned travellers from overseas who are … -
McBain Claims Labor Win in Eden-Monaro
Labor’s Kristy McBain has claimed victory to win the tight Eden-Monaro by-election battle. She beat Liberal candidate rival …
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Portugal’s Tourism Sector Fumes at Exclusion From UK Safe Travel List
LISBON—Portugal’s tourism sector reacted with fury and disbelief at Britain’s decision to maintain a quarantine regime for travellers coming from Portugal despite having a higher number of coronavirus cases and … -
Heavy Rain Floods Southern Japan; Over a Dozen Presumed Dead
Heavy rain in southern Japan triggered flooding and mudslides on Saturday, leaving more than a dozen people presumed … -
7 Police Hurt in Violence at London Music Event
Seven police officials were injured in violence at an unlicensed musical event in the British capital as they … -
US Sends Carriers to South China Sea During Chinese Drills
Two U.S. aircraft carriers were conducting exercises in the disputed South China Sea as China also carried out … -
Copenhagen’s Little Mermaid Labelled ‘Racist Fish’
COPENHAGEN—Denmark woke up on Friday to the words “racist fish” scrawled across the base of the Little Mermaid, the bronze … -
One Dead, Three Hurt in WA Chopper Crash
One person is dead and three others, including two children, are in a critical condition after a helicopter … -
Polls Close in Eden-Monaro By-election
Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack believes the Eden-Monaro by-election is a “close call”, saying the result probably won’t … -
Victoria’s COVID-19 Cases Jump by 108
Victoria has recorded 108 new COVID-19 cases, forcing the lockdown of nine public housing towers and two more … -
NSW State Government to Keep Powerhouse in Ultimo Open
The NSW government has backflipped on its decision to relocate Sydney’s Powerhouse Museum, more than five years after … -
Victoria Man Dead in Shooting
A man is dead after a shooting at a home near Geelong. Emergency services were called after reports … -
Cricket Australia and Its Players Reach Peace on Reset Finances
Cricket Australia and its players have brokered peace, with last month’s financial revenue forecast reset and postponed until … -
Federal Treasurer Rejects State Counterpart’s Call to Increase GST
NSW treasurer Dominic Perrottet has proposed to the federal government a bold tax reform plan to boost Australia’s … -
Border Checks
Vehicles crossing into Queensland will be searched for Victorians or anyone else travelling from the southern state who … -
HK Police Arrest 300+ Protesters Marching Against the New Security Law
Honest News Straight to Your Home. Try the Epoch Times yourself, and get a free gift. On July …
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Virus Forces Product Limit in Victorian Stores
A number of positive tests at a Coles distribution centre has forced the company to place a two-pack limit on several products. Coles announced on Thursday that all three states—Victoria, … -
Ken Lay Quits Victoria Bushfire Recovery Post
Former Victorian police commissioner Ken Lay has resigned from his role leading the state’s bushfire recovery agency, just … -
Australia Steps up Police Patrols in Melbourne’s Locked Down Virus Hotspots
SYDNEY/MELBOURNE—Australian police set up suburban checkpoints in coronavirus hotspots in Melbourne on Thursday and were considering using drones … -
Australian Scientists Discover Ancient Underwater Aboriginal Sites
SYDNEY—Australia’s first underwater archaeological sites off its west coast dating to more than 7,000 years ago will help … -
Australia Could Offer Safe Haven to Hong Kong Residents
The Australian government is considering providing refuge for Hong Kong residents in response to rising tensions in the … -
UK Will Ditch Travel Quarantine for 75 Countries, Daily Telegraph Says
LONDON—The British government will effectively ditch its air bridge plans and simply end the coronavirus quarantine rules for … -
Landslide in Burma’s Border Region With China Kills at Least 100
A landslide at a jade mine in northern Burma killed at least 100 people, with more feared dead, … -
Australian PM Walks Middle Path on Post-Virus Support
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has warned against creating a dependency on COVID-19 support measures as economists urge the … -
Aussie PM Suggests Penalties for Refusing COVID-19 Tests in Melbourne ‘Hot Zones’
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has supported the Victorian government’s strict lockdown measures on Melbourne suburbs to combat outbreaks … -
Chicks Spark Salmonella Outbreak in Qld
A clutch of fluffy chicks sold in pet and produce stores across Queensland has sparked a Salmonella outbreak … -
Victoria Recorded 77 New COVID-19 Cases on July 2
Increased community transmission and confirmed student-to-student transmission could mean home learning for Melbourne’s COVID-19 hot spots after the …
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Unprecedented Infrastructure Spending Part of Alberta’s Plan to Reboot Economy Amid Pandemic, Oil Price Collapse
Economists and taxpayer advocates have come out in support Alberta’s Recovery Plan, despite its reliance on deficit spending. Premier Jason Kenney has prescribed tax cuts, infrastructure, and job creation to … -
UK House Prices Fall for First Time Since 2012: Nationwide
LONDON—Britain’s house prices fell in annual terms for the first time since 2012 in June as the country … -
UK Manufacturing Steadies but Employers Demand Action Now to Survive COVID Crisis
LONDON—The historic collapse in British manufacturing caused by the coronavirus lockdown abated in June as companies reported a … -
EXCLUSIVE: Internal Chinese Regime Document Shows Money Trail Behind Defamation Campaign in Canada
An internal Chinese regime document obtained by The Epoch Times reveals operations by agents of a notorious Chinese … -
Lighthizer Celebrates USMCA, Promises Enforcement as Trade Deal Comes Into Force
WASHINGTON—The new North American trade agreement is officially the law of the land, and the Trump administration is … -
COVID-19 Reshapes Canada Day Celebrations From Big Parties to Online Shows
OTTAWA—A different kind of Canada Day is dawning this morning, with large celebrations in many parts of the … -
Australia Condemns National Security Law in Hong Kong, Expresses Concern
Australia on Wednesday expressed deep concern about the new national security law China has imposed on Hong Kong. …AFL Players Need to Relocate From Hotspot
Players from Melbourne-based AFL clubs living in COVID-19 hotspots need to urgently find alternate housing to ensure they … -
Royal Commission Slams Warnings Delay
A royal commissioner has slammed delays in achieving a clear and nationally consistent bushfire warning system, saying it … -
Iran Sentences Former Journalist to Death for Fueling Unrest
DUBAI—Iran has sentenced to death Ruhollah Zam, a journalist-turned-activist captured abroad last year, for allegedly fueling anti-government unrest … -
Australian Police Investigating Violent Clashes From Last Year’s HK Rallies
Police are investigating parties involved in violent attacks at last year’s pro-Hong Kong rallies at the University of … -
Australian Government to Give $50 Million to Support Regional Media
The federal government announced on June 29 it would be putting $50 million dollars into regional media services in … -
Australia to Spend Big on Defence Amid Hostile Global Environment
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced that the government will invest heavily in defence over the next decade … -
US Restates Expectation on Taliban to Cease Attacks on Americans in Afghanistan
The United States on Monday told the Taliban terrorist group to continue its commitments to a peace agreement, … -
Satisfaction With Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews Dropping: Newspoll
A new poll released by News Corp’s The Australian shows that Victorians are less satisfied with their state … -
US Condemns Beijing’s Move to Impose National Security Law on Hong Kong
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo issued a stern warning against the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) after it …
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Poll Suggests COVID-19 May Not Be Altering Canada Day Celebrations for Many Canadians
OTTAWA—COVID-19 means the true north is not entirely free this Canada Day, but a new survey suggests that’s not going to change how many people mark the holiday. Leger Marketing … -
Flights Into Victoria Barred as Hotel Outbreaks Probed
International flights into Victoria have been diverted for two weeks as a former judge begins an inquiry into the … -
Hong Kong Leader Addresses UN Human Rights Council as Criticism Mounts Over Beijing’s Security Law
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam shed some light on Beijing’s national security law while speaking at the United … -
Hong Kong Activists Vow to Continue Protests Despite Beijing Passing National Security Law
In Hong Kong, local activists are calling on people to take to the streets on July 1 to … -
Pompeo Demands Chinese Regime End ‘Disturbing’ Forced Xinjiang Sterilization Program
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on June 29 demanded that Beijing end its alleged “forced sterilization, forced abortion, … -
Rex Confirms It Will Compete in Lucrative ‘Golden Triangle’ of Air Travel
One of Australia’s largest regional airline carriers has announced it will be challenging Qantas and Virgin in the … -
Australia and the UK Need to Defend Democracy and ‘Our Way of Life:’ George Brandis
Australia’s highest-ranking diplomat in the UK has issued a call to arms for the UK to stand firm … -
COVID-19 Has Been a Disaster for Britain, PM Johnson Says
LONDON—Prime Minister Boris Johnson acknowledged June 29 that the coronavirus pandemic has been a “disaster” for Britain, as … -
10 Melbourne Postcodes Put Into Lockdown
Ten Melbourne postcodes will head into lockdown until at least July 29 after being flagged as COVID-19 hot … -
French Ex-Prime Minister Fillon, Wife Found Guilty of Fraud
PARIS—Former French Prime Minister Francois Fillon was found guilty on June 29 in a fraud case of having … -
Qld Border Will Open to All but Victoria
Queensland’s border will reopen to everyone but Victoria on July 10. Faced with escalating cases of community transmission … -
Morrison Government to Create a Cyber Force in Defence Department
The Morrison government will make the nation’s largest-ever investment into cybersecurity over the next ten years with the … -
Queensland and South Australia will keep their borders closed to Victoria, as the state recorded another 64 cases …
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US Revokes Hong Kong Special Trading Status, Stops Defense Exports
The Trump administration announced on Monday that it is revoking Hong Kong’s special trading status and stopping its defense … -
Hong Kong’s Carrie Lam Silent as Beijing Finalizes Draconian National Security Law
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam refused to comment on the status of the Chinese Communist Party’s proposed national … -
US Welcomes ASEAN Leaders’ Calls to Resolve South China Sea Incidents in Line With International Law
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has welcomed South East Asian leaders urging at a regional summit to … -
Russian Activist and World Chess Champion Calls on Australia to Move First Against Human Rights Violators
Garry Kasparov, a Russian former world chess champion and now chair of the Human Rights Foundation, has told …
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A Work in Progress for Humboldt Broncos Player’s Rehab After Lockdown
CALGARY—At first glance it appears that Ryan Straschnitzki, the former Humboldt Broncos hockey player paralyzed from the chest down two years ago in a Saskatchewan bus crash, is paying close … -
Ontario’s Math Curriculum Changes Look Good, but Implementation Is Lacking
Commentary During the 2018 provincial election campaign, Doug Ford’s Progressive Conservatives promised to scrap “discovery math” and replace … -
Test Results Needed Before Ruby Princess Scatter
A NSW Health executive says she believed more COVID-19 swabs should have been taken and clearer messaging provided … -
NSW MP Claims ‘Political Lynching’
Embattled NSW Labor MP Shaoquett Moselmane denies he’s a suspect in an investigation into Chinese interference which included … -
Indictment ‘Surprised’ Assange’s Lawyers
The impact of a superceding United States indictment against WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is still being considered by … -
Ambush of Mexico Police Chief Leaves Few Options
MEXICO CITY—The dramatic assassination attempt against Mexico City’s police chief was just the latest and clearest sign that … -
UK’s Johnson to Announce New Infrastructure Plans
LONDON—Prime Minister Boris Johnson will announce plans this week to get Britain “moving again,” with measures to boost … -
Australian PM Slams ‘Reprehensible’ Redress Holdouts
Prime Minister Scott Morrison is “not kidding” when he says institutions refusing to join the national child abuse … -
A Divided Poland Holds Presidential Vote Delayed by Pandemic
WARSAW, Poland—Poles voted in a presidential election on June 28 that was delayed by the pandemic and was … -
Victoria’s Chief Medical Expert Weighs Up Lockdown Options for Melbourne Virus Hotspots
The Victorian government has not ruled out the possibility that stay-at-home orders may return for Melbourne’s COVID-19 hotspots … -
At Least 6 Killed in Terrorist Attack on Pakistani Stock Exchange: Police
KARACHI, Pakistan—Terrorists attacked the Pakistani stock exchange building in the city of Karachi on Monday and six people were killed, … -
Beijing’s State-Owned Media Accuses Australia of ‘Espionage Offensive’ Against China
China’s state media has claimed Australia is ramping up spying efforts against Beijing just days after Australian intelligence … -
Australians are slowly getting back to work – and even back into the office – following the devastating …
The site of an explosion that rattled Iran’s capital on June 26, 2020, as seen from the European Commission’s Sentinel-2 satellite. (European Commission via AP)
Explosion Reported in Iran Near Suspected Missile Site: Satellite Image
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There Are No ABC Cuts, Communications Minister Insists
Communications Minister Paul Fletcher has defended not passing on a request from the ABC’s managing director for extra … -
Manslaughter Charge Over Qld Road Death
A 22-year-old man has been accused of manslaughter after another man, 46, was struck and killed by a … -
Victoria’s COVID-19 Cases Concerning, 90 Over the Weekend Alone
Concerns continue to grow about the coronavirus outbreak in Victoria as the number of cases around the world … -
SA Farmers Receive Grants for Netting
Horticulturalists across South Australia are now able to apply for grants of up to $300,000 to install new … -
Victoria State Orders Mandatory Testing for Returnees
Victoria’s fight against COVID-19 has intensified with the decision to implement mandatory testing for returned travellers before they … -
Virus Outbreak in Beijing Shuts Down Neighborhoods, Businesses
The Dragon Boat Festival, one of the most celebrated Chinese traditions, usually brings throngs of people together at … -
Sydney Man Dies After Being Struck by Car
A woman who’s accused of deliberately hitting a man with her car in Sydney’s inner west has been … -
ESafety Commissioner Gets Additional $10M Funding
The Morrison government providing $10 million to further boost online safety through the eSafety Commissioner after seeing an … -
Former Victorian Labor Minister Somyurek Issues Vic Labor Stern Warning
Former Victorian Labor minister Adem Somyurek is not going down without a fight after his explosive sacking from … -
No Plan to Lift JobSeeker Payment Rate: Social Services Minister
The Morrison government has denied it about to permanently lift the dole payment when the Treasurer makes a … -
UK Police Charge Suspect With Murder of 3 in Reading Park
LONDON—UK counter-terrorism police have charged a 25-year-old man with three counts of murder and three counts of attempted … -
Charges Against Huawei’s Meng Wanzhou Solid, Not Politically Motivated: Former Trump Adviser
John Bolton, the former White House national security adviser, said on Friday that the arrest of and charges …
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Four Teens Injured in Sydney Knife Fight
Four boys have been taken to hospital with non-life-threatening knife injuries after a brawl in Sydney’s west. Emergency services were called to Auburn Road in Auburn just before 5pm on … -
Man Found Dead Near Vic School Identified
A man whose body was found near a Melbourne school has been identified, with police appealing for witnesses … -
Australian Banks Promise to Help Customers: Treasurer
Australia’s major banks have assured the Morrison government they will continue supporting customers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. … -
Victoria Records 41 New Coronavirus Cases
Victoria has 41 new COVID-19 cases, as residents in hot spots are urged to get tested and authorities … -
China State-Media Reporter Tries to Stop Cameraperson Filming Her During Aussie PM Press Conference
A reporter for China’s state-owned Xinhua News Agency took issue with a camera operator who filmed her during … -
Gunmen Wound Mexico City Police Chief; 3 Dead
MEXICO CITY—A high-sided construction truck and a white SUV pulled into the path of Mexico City’s police chief … -
30% Returned Overseas Travellers Refuse to Be COVID-19 Tested in Victoria
Federal politicians from both sides of the divide have labelled as “reckless” and “selfish” returned travellers in quarantine … -
Record Land Purchase for NSW National Park
The largest purchase of private land for national parks in NSW history will create a vast, near-contiguous conservation …
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Trudeau Says Canada Is Almost Self-Sufficient in PPE
OTTAWA—Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canadian companies are now producing so much personal protective equipment needed in the fight against COVID-19 that Canada is almost at the point of being self-sufficient. He’ll underscore … -
Iraqi Counter Terrorism Forces Raid Iran-Backed Base in Baghdad
BAGHDAD—Iraq’s elite Counter Terrorism Service (CTS) raided the headquarters of powerful Iran-backed terrorist group Kataib Hezbollah in southern Baghdad … -
Kosovo PM Cancels Trip to US for Talks With Serbia
PRISTINA, Kosovo—The prime minister of Kosovo on June 25 canceled his plans to attend a White House meeting … -
The Tide Is Turning From Huawei Toward Trusted 5G Vendors: Pompeo
More and more countries and telecom companies “are waking up to the danger of the Chinese Communist Party’s surveillance state” … -
Atlassian Unveils World’s Tallest Timber Tower at Sydney’s Upcoming ‘Silicon Valley’
The Australian Nasdaq-listed software giant Atlassian has unveiled plans for the world’s tallest hybrid timber building as its … -
NSW Health Minister: ‘Don’t Visit Victoria’ Particularly Melbourne Virus Hotspots
New South Wales residents are strongly advised not to travel to Victoria in response to the increase of … -
Australian Politician Who Recently Praised Chinese Regime Has Home Raided by Feds, Spy Agency
A major national security operation was underway in Sydney as officers from the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and …
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2 Koreas Mark War Anniversary After Pause in Rising Tensions
SEOUL, South Korea—North and South Korea on June 25 marked the 70th anniversary of the start of the Korean War with largely subdued commemorations amid the CCP virus pandemic, a … -
Japan to Scrap Costly Land-Based US Missile Defense System
TOKYO—Japan’s Defense Ministry said on June 22 that it has decided to stop unpopular plans to deploy two … -
Pakistan Plane Crashed After Pilots Distracted by Virus Fears: Minister
The pilots of a Pakistan jetliner that crashed in May, killing everyone on board, were preoccupied with the … -
Newborn Mexican Triplets Diagnosed With COVID-19, But Parents Do Not
Mexican health authorities are trying to understand how a set of newborn triplets became infected with COVID-19, even … -
Melbourne’s Ethnic Communities Need More Support to Stop the Spread of COVID-19
Victorian ethnic community groups are concerned non-English speakers with a low capacity to understand basic health information are … -
Victoria’s CFA Chief Hands in Resignation
The chief executive officer of the Country Fire Authority (CFA), Steve Warrington, has resigned after a career spanning … -
Canadians Can Be Exempt From New U.S. Visa Rules, Says Immigration Group
OTTAWA—New restrictions on visas for workers entering the United States don’t apply to Canadians who don’t plan on living … -
Australian Banks Urged to Continue Supporting Households and Businesses as Relief Measures Are Reviewed
Australia’s top financial regulators have urged banks to tap into their capital buffers to continue supporting households and … -
Satellite Images Show New Chinese Structures Near Site of Border Clash With India
China appears to have added new structures near the site of a deadly border clash with India in … -
PM Pushes Reopening as Cases Spike in Victoria
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has urged states to forge ahead with lifting restrictions despite the surge in coronavirus … -
Next 3 Months Risky for Virus Spread, University Professor Says
Doctors have told a Senate inquiry that winter will increase the risk of coronavirus spreading in Australia and … -
Victorians Banned From NSW Footy Fixtures
Footy fans from Victoria will be turned away from NSW venues as the state looks to shield itself … -
ASX Plunges 2.5 Percent as COVID-19 Cases Surge
The Australian share market has suffered its worst loss in two weeks after a rise in coronavirus cases … -
Victoria Calls in the Australia Army to Help Curb COVID-19 Outbreak
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has called in the military to help curb the increasing outbreak of COVID-19 in … -
At Least 22 Officers Injured Following Disorder at ‘Unlawful’ Street Party in London
15 officers were injured when disorder broke out following an unauthorized music event in the Brixton area of … -
Google to Pay Some Publishers in Australia, Brazil, Germany for Content
BRUSSELS—Alphabet’s Google on Thursday took a step to resolving its spat with publishers, saying it would pay some … -
Vandals Attack Iconic Statue in South Australia
A statue commemorating the man who chose the site of South Australia’s capital has been vandalised and tagged … -
Victoria Police End Former Melbourne Lord Mayor Investigation
Police have closed an investigation into allegations of sexual assault against former Melbourne lord mayor Robert Doyle and … -
‘There Are No Cuts to ABC’: PM Scott Morrison
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has argued there have been no cuts to the ABC’s funding after the national … -
US, Poland to Expand Economic, Security Cooperation Based on Shared Values of Freedom, Rule of Law
President Donald Trump held a meeting with Polish President Andrzej Duda at the White House on Wednesday to … -
Brazil Registers 42,725 New Cases of Coronavirus, 1,185 Deaths
RIO DE JANEIRO—Brazil recorded 42,725 new confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours as … -
Oil Dives Over 5 Percent as US Crude Stocks Hit Record, COVID Cases Mount
NEW YORK—Oil prices tumbled over 5 percent, or more than $2 a barrel on June 24, after U.S. … -
Australians Less Trusting of China, Support Decoupling, and Tougher Sanctions on Chinese Officials: Poll
A new Lowy Institute poll has revealed trust in China has dropped since 2018. Australians are also supportive … -
China’s Largest Dam Draws Scrutiny for Structural Flaws as Flooding Ravages Country
China’s controversial Three Gorges Dam, the largest hydropower project in the world, has drawn scrutiny for its structural …
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The next generation of wireless networks—5G—is one of the fundamental enablers of the so-called fourth industrial revolution, and as society shifts toward a “new normal” of decentralized life, its advantages …
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Pandemic Fines Top $13 Million in Canada: Study
TORONTO—A report out today finds officers across Canada issued more than 10,000 tickets for alleged violations of anti-pandemic … -
Victoria’s Snow Fields Delay Ski Lift Opening
Two of Victoria’s biggest ski destinations are delaying the opening of their lifts as they manage COVID-19 restrictions, …
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Bail Revoked After Man’s NSW Ship Stowaway
A NSW man who skipped bail over an alleged sexual assault has been found hiding in the air-conditioning … -
NSW to Continue Its Commitment to Coal
NSW’s coal industry is set to continue for decades, according to a new report that argues ending exports would … -
Tasmania to Ease a Host of COVID-19 Restrictions
Tasmania will ease a host of COVID-19 restrictions from midday on Friday, when up to 500 people will … -
Bushfires Assistance a ‘Postcode Lottery’
Differences in the help available to bushfire victims has created frustration and tension between cross-border communities, the royal … -
Polish President to Visit US for Talks With Trump on Security, Health, Trade
Polish President Andrzej Duda will visit President Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday. The two heads … -
Australia Hires Former US Secretary of Homeland Security to Advise on Cyber Strategy
The Australian government has hired former U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen Nielsen to join the cyber industry advisory panel to … -
Melbourne Virus Hotspot Home to Cedar Meats, Source of Previous Outbreak
The Victorian government has named Brimbank as one of six CCP virus hotspots to avoid in the state’s capital … -
Australian Defence Force to Assist Victorian Virus Effort
Defence members are expected to be sent to Melbourne to help Victorian efforts to contain a spike in … -
Jobs and Content to Be Cut in ABC Shake-Up
The ABC will slash up to 250 jobs and axe its flagship 7.45 a.m. radio news bulletin in … -
South Korean Activists Float Anti-Kim Leaflets to North
SEOUL, South Korea—A South Korean group launched hundreds of thousands of leaflets by balloon across the border into … -
Malawi Starts Counting Votes in Rerun of Presidential Election
BLANTYRE, Malawi—Polls closed across Malawi on June 23 after millions voted for the country’s president in a rerun … -
Powerful Earthquake Shakes Southern, Central Mexico
MEXICO CITY—A powerful earthquake centered near the southern Mexico resort of Huatulco killed at least one person, swayed …
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Three More Provinces Ease COVID-19 Restrictions
Quebec, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba are all easing more of the restrictions they implemented to slow the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. Quebec, which accounts for just over half of Canada’s COVID-19 … -
EU Lists China as ‘Top Offender’ for IP Breaches
The EU considers China as one of the top offenders in terms of intellectual property rights (IPR) infringement. -
Chinese Bomber Approaches Taiwan in Latest Fly-By Near Island
Chinese air force jets, including at least one bomber, briefly entered Taiwan’s air defence identification zone. -
COVID-19 Cruise Victim Told ‘Only the Flu’
A woman who died from COVID-19 after disembarking the Ruby Princess cruise ship had been told repeatedly by … -
2 Takata Accidents Before Death: Inquest
A federal department knew of two local Takata airbag accidents but didn’t go public until a Sydney father … -
Confusing Bushfire Warnings ‘Caused Panic’
The warnings issued during the last bushfire season were confusing at times and in one case caused widespread … -
Runaway Hit-Run Driver ‘Missing’ in India
A man who fled to India 11 years ago while on bail for killing a student in a … -
Following Deadly India-China Border Clash, Indian Officals and Locals Call for Boycotting Chinese Goods
Indian politicians and civilians have initiated efforts to boycott made-in-China products after 20 Indian soldiers died during clashes … -
New Zealand Extends Cruise Ship Ban, Tightens Rules to Contain Virus at Border
New Zealand on June 22 extended a ban on cruise ships arriving in the country and tightened measures … -
Western Australia to End Virus Rules, Keep Borders Closed
Western Australia will remove all COVID-19 restrictions from July 18 but Victoria’s spike in cases means the hard … -
Spain Reopens Its Borders as State of Emergency Comes to an End
MADRID—Passengers wearing masks and wheeling suitcases arrived at Madrid’s main airport and French people crossed the border to … -
Serbians Head to Polls in Europe’s First Post-Lockdown Election
BELGRADE, Serbia—Serbians went to the polls on June 21 to elect a new parliament, in Europe’s first national … -
UK Park Stabbing Rampage Was Terrorist Act, Police Say
READING, England—A stabbing rampage in a British park on a summer evening that left three people dead is … -
China’s Shandong Gold to Pay Premium in Takeover of Australian Gold Mining Firm
Perth-based mining firm Cardinal Resources is entertaining a takeover bid by one of China’s largest, state-owned gold mining … -
South Korea Says Bolton’s Memoir on Trump-Kim Summit Is Distorted
SEOUL—Accounts by former U.S. National Security Adviser John Bolton of discussions between leaders of the United States and … -
MPs Condemn State Premier’s Blaming COVID-19 Spike on Families Over Protesters
Australian State Premier Daniel Andrews is facing scrutiny from Victoria’s right-leaning Liberal party ministers after he pointed to …
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Beijing Is ‘State-Based Cyber Actor’ Behind Cyber-Attacks on Australia: Defence Expert
A defence expert believes the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is most likely the “sophisticated state-based cyber actor” Prime Minister Scott Morrison warned, but did not disclose, was instigating cyber-attacks on the … -
Vic Premier Blames Families for Daily Spikes of CCP Virus Cases, Halts Lifting Restrictions
Premier Daniel Andrews has blamed families in his home state of Victoria for the recent and continuing daily … -
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo Confronts China Diplomat for ‘Coercion’ of Australia
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says he raised China’s “coercion” of Australia during a frank, six-hour meeting … -
Australian Minimum Wage to Increase by $13 a Week in July
Over 2 million working Australians are set to take home a higher, if negligible, weekly income starting from … -
Traveller the Sole New Virus Case in New South Wales, Australia
A returned traveller in hotel quarantine is the only new case of COVID-19, the disease caused by the … -
Universities Must Teach the Skills Needed to Succeed in the Jobs of the Future: Education Minister
Federal Education Minister Dan Tehan has announced the Australian government will undertake a substantial reshaping of the university … -
Four Australian Rising Stars to Be Mentored by Hollywood Creatives
Four Australians will be mentored by leading Hollywood screen professionals after being selected to participate in Mentor LA, … -
Restrictions Ease Further Across Australia, While Worries Grow Abroad
Australia continues to ease restrictions that were put in place to stem the spread of the CCP virus … -
Brazil Passes 1 Million CCP Virus Cases With No End in Sight
RIO DE JANEIRO—Brazil passed 1 million CCP virus cases on Friday and approached 50,000 deaths. Brazil confirmed its …
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Stakes Are High in Second Conservative Leadership Debate Tonight in English
TORONTO—The stakes are high tonight for the four contenders for leadership of the Conservative party as they face off in what’s likely the final debate of the race. All four … -
Bank of England Unveils Another Big Stimulus for UK Economy
The Bank of England is increasing its government bond-buying program by a further 100 billion pounds ($125 billion). -
Queensland Passes Law to Cap Political Donations
Legislation to place a cap on political donations and election campaign spending has passed in Queensland parliament, but … -
Northern Territory to Reopen Interstate Borders on July 17
The Northern Territory government will reopen its borders to interstate travellers on July 17 to restart a demoralised … -
NSW Labor Leader Addresses Stacking Claims
Seven people will face a NSW Labor party tribunal over allegations of “unworthy conduct” following a report into … -
World War II Forces Sweetheart Singer Vera Lynn Dies at 103
Dame Vera Lynn, the endearingly popular “Forces’ Sweetheart” who serenaded British troops abroad during World War II, has … -
G-7 Calls on Beijing to Reconsider Hong Kong National Security Law
All Group of Seven (G-7) foreign ministers on June 17 issued a joint statement calling on Beijing to … -
State Border Closures ‘Frustrating’ Aussie PM, Costing $84 Million Daily
Keeping the state and territory borders closed for fear of spreading the CCP virus is costing the Australian … -
Pentagon Releases ‘Defense Space Strategy’ for US Superiority in Weaponized Space
The Department of Defense on Wednesday released its Defense Space Strategy that will serve as a roadmap for … -
China’s Rubber-Stamp Legislature Announces Drafting of Hong Kong Security Law in Agenda
BEIJING—The top decision-making body of China’s rubber-stamp legislature will review a draft of national security legislation for Hong … -
Marxist-Nationalist Kurdish Fighters Kill 4 Near Iraq-Turkey Border: Governor’s Office
DIYARBAKIR, Turkey—Four workers were killed when Marxist-Nationalist Kurdish fighters detonated a roadside bomb that struck the labourers’ pick-up truck … -
Fossils Reveal Giant Dinosaurs Roamed Queensland
Giant carnivorous dinosaurs the length of a bus wandered southeast Queensland about 160 million years ago, new research … -
PM Scott Morrison Meets Struggling Entertainment Industry
The prime minister has met with members of the entertainment industry, which is struggling to stay afloat during … -
Trump Admin Considers Withholding Aid to Jordan Over Extradition of Jerusalem Bombing Terrorist
WASHINGTON—The Trump administration is considering withholding aid to one of its closest Arab partners, Jordan, in a bid … -
New Cases in Pakistan Push Mideast Beyond 1 Million
ISLAMABAD—Pakistan has reported 5,358 new Chinese Communist Party virus cases, pushing infections in the Middle East beyond 1 … -
Overseas Travel Not Likely to Resume for Australians Until 2021
Australia’s Minister for Trade Simon Birmingham has predicted that overseas travel is “highly unlikely” to resume this year … -
TikTok Sets up Office in Australia Amid Concerns Over Privacy, Data, and Beijing
TikTok has bolstered its Australian leadership team amidst a cloud of data and security concerns surrounding its Beijing-based …
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‘Mine-to-Magnet’ Rare Earth Processor Opens in Colorado
Owners of the Wheat Ridge rare earth element and critical mineral processing facility have received an operating permit that will enable minerals critical to advanced technology manufacturing to be mined … -
3 People Charged After Queensland BLM Protest
Three protesters have been charged at a Black Lives Matter rally in Brisbane, after 100 people marched on … -
India Reports Over 2,000 New COVID-19 Deaths, Locks Down Chennai
India reported added more than 2,000 COVID-19 fatalities, reaching a total of 11,903 deaths on Wednesday. -
Tensions After 15-Year-Old Killed in Melbourne
Police are trying to calm tensions in Melbourne’s west after a 15-year-old boy was killed outside a suburban … -
Aussie Senator Calls for Tariffs on Imports from China in ‘Plan for Reparations’
A Liberal Senator has outlined details of her demands to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to pay Australia … -
Australian Labor Party Promises to ‘Root Out’ Branch-Stacking Practices, Which Have Happened Before
The Australian Labor Party (ALP) is actively seeking to clean up its state branches after allegations of branch-stacking … -
Further Charges for Porsche Driver Following Fatal Melbourne Crash
The driver of a Porsche who allegedly fled the scene of a multi-car accident on a Melbourne freeway … -
Here Are the Top Activities Aussies Are Yearning to Resume After the Pandemic
The top three activities Australians are looking forward to the most are having larger gatherings, sitting down for … -
More Concern as Victoria’s Virus Cases Spike
Victoria’s highest increase in daily COVID-19 cases in more than a month has left authorities concerned. Although 15 … -
Drug Offers Hope Even as Virus Cases Rise in Africa, Asia
JOHANNESBURG—Researchers on June 16 announced the first drug shown to save lives among severely ill coronavirus patients, offering … -
CCP Virus Tracing App a Test for Privacy-Minded Germany
BERLIN—Germany launched a CCP virus tracing app on June 16 that officials say is so secure even government … -
Australian Man Sentenced to Death in China Allowed Video Meeting with Consulate
The Chinese regime has granted Australian government officials consular access to visit Karm Gilespie who is facing execution …

India Reports Over 2,000 New COVID-19 Deaths, Locks Down Chennai
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‘Mine-to-Magnet’ Rare Earth Processor Opens in Colorado
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Trump Administration Sues Bolton to Block Publication of Memoir
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Rayshard Brooks Had Criminal Past, Was Waiting for Probation
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Minneapolis to Replace Police with ‘Transformative New Model’
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McConnell Dismisses Removing Confederate Statues From Capitol
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Pompeo to Meet Chinese Delegation in Hawaii This Week
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3 in 10 Parents Concerned CCP Virus Is Affecting Children’s Mental Health
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BlackRock Comes Under Fire for Hypocrisy, Double Standards in China Deals
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PG&E Pleads Guilty to 84 Counts of Involuntary Manslaughter in California Wildfire
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Seattle Reaches Deal With ‘CHOP’ to Remove Roadblocks, Replace With Concrete Barriers
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Justices Bemoan Supreme Court’s ‘Decade-Long Failure to Protect the Second Amendment’
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Lawmakers Demand Answers From Governors Who Forced Nursing Homes to Accept CCP Virus Patients
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Harvard Professor Pleads Not Guilty in US to Lying About China Ties
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Albuquerque to Send Social Workers Instead of Armed Police to Some 911 Calls
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Iowa Governor Will Sign Executive Order Restoring Felon Voting Rights
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Pelosi Keeping House Out of DC to Give Dems More Campaign Time as Constituent Services Suffer, House GOPer Claims
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Trump Policing Order: Federal Grants Dependent on Use-of-Force Reform, Misconduct Database
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Two Charged in Murder of Federal Officer During Riots
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USAGM Publishes Rule to Prevent Outside Interference as Trump Ally Takes Helm
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India, China Troops Clash at Himalayan Border, With 20 Indian Soldiers Dead
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New York Police Department Required to Release Body Camera Footage Within 30 Days
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Canada’s Military to Update Plan on Cyclone Helicopters After Crash in Greece
OTTAWA—The Canadian military is promising today to share its plan for getting Cyclone helicopters back in the air after a deadly crash off the coast of Greece in April. Officials have … -
‘Infodemic’ Undermines Democracy: Australian Foreign Minister
Disinformation spread by countries such as China and Russia is undermining democracy and creating fear and division. That … -
Costs Carve $53M Out of $212M PFAS Payout
A federal judge says some people will be disappointed he approved a $212.5 million class-action settlement over chemical … -
Testing Economic Time for NSW: Treasurer
NSW’s unemployment rate is forecast to reach 7.75 percent, with 275,000 people losing their jobs as the state … -
India Says 3 Soldiers Killed in Standoff With Chinese Troops
SRINAGAR, India—At least three Indian soldiers, including a senior army officer, were killed in a confrontation with Chinese … -
3 Katyusha Rockets Land Near Baghdad Airport: Iraqi Military
BAGHDAD—Three Katyusha rockets landed near Baghdad International Airport late on Monday, the Iraqi military said. The military said … -
North Korea Blows Up Liaison Office North of Border: South Korean Officials
SEOUL, South Korea—North Korea has blown up an inter-Korean liaison office building just inside its border. Seoul’s Unification … -
Alleged Darfur Militia Leader Appears Before ICC Judge
THE HAGUE, Netherlands—An alleged Sudanese militia leader charged with more than 50 crimes against humanity and war crimes … -
Turkey Eyes Libyan Bases for Lasting Military Foothold, Source Says
ANKARA—Turkey and Libya’s internationally recognized government are discussing possible Turkish use of two military bases in the North … -
Shoppers Form Long Lines as Stores in England Reopen
LONDON—For many in England, it’s been a day of much-needed retail therapy. Long lines stretched down streets in … -
Victorian Government Rocked by Allegations of Corruption and Branch Stacking
The Victorian Labor government is facing allegations of corruption and branch-stacking within the Victorian Labor party. The state’s … -
China Cancels Beidou Satellite Launch Citing Technical Problem
BEIJING—China indefinitely postponed on Tuesday the launch of the final satellite of its Beidou navigation network because of … -
Friends Claim Aussie Man on Death Sentence ‘Set Up’ by Chinese Investors
A friend of Australian man Karm Gilespie who is facing a death sentence in China for drug smuggling … -
Court Bid to Stop Export of WA Sheep Fails
Animals Australia has lost a Federal Court challenge to stop 50,000 sheep from being sent to the Middle … -
Former Labor Minister Milton Orkopoulos Faces Court Over Fresh Child Abuse Allegations
Disgraced former New South Wales Labor minister and convicted sex offender Milton Orkopoulos has appeared in court on …
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Pilot Missing After US Air Force F-15 Fighter Jet Crashes Off UK Coast
A fighter jet from the U.S. Air Force crashes off the UK coast Monday morning during a training mission. -
Trans Mountain Says Pipeline to Restart After Spill
ABBOTSFORD, B.C.—Trans Mountain estimates as much as 1,195 barrels, or 190,000 litres, of light crude spilled from its pipeline pumping station … -
COVID-19 Restrictions Ease for AFL Players
Strict COVID-19 restrictions imposed on AFL players have been relaxed, with footballers again able to participate in social … -
Queensland Woman in Court Over Strawberry Needles
A former farm supervisor was linked to the contamination of a strawberry through a DNA test found on … -
Expert Recounts Ruby Princess Assessment
A NSW public health official thinks he would have assessed the Ruby Princess as being a medium COVID-19 risk … -
Second BLM Protester Among 12 New COVID-19 Cases
A second person who attended Melbourne’s Black Lives Matter protest has been diagnosed with the Chinese Communist Party … -
Australian Shares Dive Again Amid Virus Fears
The Australian share market has closed sharply lower for a third straight day following a sell-off in the … -
Bellamy’s Acquisition Makes Tasmania Leading State for Chinese Investment, Despite Decline Across Australia
Tasmania was the leading state for Chinese investment in 2019 due to the acquisition of Bellamy’s Australia by … -
Mexico Desperate to Reopen 11 Million-Job Tourism Industry
MEXICO CITY—An irony of the CCP virus pandemic is that the idyllic beach vacation in Mexico in the … -
South Korea Urges North to Uphold Deals Amid Rising Animosities
SEOUL, South Korea—South Korea on June 14 convened an emergency security meeting and urged North Korea to uphold … -
Egypt: Ethiopia Rejecting ‘Fundamental Issues’ on Nile Dam
CAIRO—Egypt, Sudan, and Ethiopia on June 14 said talks would continue later this week to resolve their dispute … -
Aussie Trade Minister Avoids Linking China’s Death Sentence to Bilateral Tensions Despite Canada Precedence
Federal Trade Minister Simon Birmingham does not want to link the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) death sentence of an … -
Crisafulli’s Meteoric Rise in the LNP in QLD
A former Newman government minister in his first term in office, David Crisafulli has had a meteoric rise … -
Government Flags Boost to $72 Billion of Infrastructure to Pull Australia Through Recession
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison will look to fast-track $72 billion worth of infrastructure projects to push Australia …
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Putin Says Russia Will Be Able to Counter Hypersonic Weapons
MOSCOW—Russia will soon be in a position to counter hypersonic arms deployed by other countries, President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday, adding that Moscow was ahead of the United States … -
Missiles Used in 2019 Attack on Saudi Oil Facilities ‘Of Iranian Origin’: UN
NEW YORK—Cruise missiles used in several attacks on oil facilities and an international airport in Saudi Arabia last year were … -
Customise Your Own KitKat in Sydney’s New ‘Chocolatory’
As the country comes out of a lockdown due to the pandemic, an exclusive KitKat Chocolatory will be … -
19 Dead, 189 Hurt as Tanker Truck Explodes on China Highway
BEIJING—A tanker truck exploded on a highway in southeastern China on Saturday, killing 19 people and injuring at … -
NSW Eases CCP Virus Restrictions for Funerals
There is no longer a cap on funeral attendance as long as the four square metre rule is … -
US-Led Coalition Base in Iraq Attacked by 2 Rockets: News Agency
CAIRO—Two Katyusha rockets fell in Iraq’s Taji base that hosts U.S.-led coalition troops, with no casualties reported, the … -
Pharma Giant to Supply 400 Million Doses of Vaccine in Europe by Year End
Biopharmaceutical company AstraZeneca has reached an agreement with four European Union nations to supply up to 400 million … -
South Australia to Get Nation’s First Space Mission Control
South Australia has been chosen for the nation’s only space flight mission control, creating Australia’s first space hub. … -
Sydney’s Captain Cook Statue Defaced
Two women have been arrested after a Captain Cook statue in Sydney’s Hyde Park was defaced. Police were … -
Han Kuo-Yu Was the First Municipality Leader in Taiwan’s History to Be Recalled
Honest News Straight to Your Home. Try the Epoch Times yourself, and get a free gift. Han Kuo-yu … -
Poor Quality Masks Led to Massive Price Drop of Raw Materials in China
Honest News Straight to Your Home. Try the Epoch Times yourself, and get a free gift. In the … -
Hongkonger Injured in Knife Attack While Defending Epoch Times Staffer Says He Has No Regrets
A man who was hospitalized after defending an Epoch Times staffer during a knife attack in Hong Kong … -
Kim Jong Un’s Sister Threatens South Korea With Military Action
SEOUL, South Korea—The powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un threatened military action against South Korea … -
As Companies Reopen, ‘Main Street’ Stores in Urban Cores Need Help, Joly Says
OTTAWA—The federal minister in charge of regional economic development says more needs to be done to help companies … -
Quebec Police Watchdog Investigates RCMP-Involved New Brunswick Fatal Shooting
MIRAMICHI, N.B.—Quebec’s police watchdog says it has been called in to investigate a report of an RCMP-involved fatal … -
Australian Man Sentenced to Death in Communist China
An Australian man has been sentenced to death in China for drug smuggling. Cam Gillespie was arrested with … -
Federal politicians are keeping the pressure on people to heed the advice of medical experts and not attend …
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The Morrison government is providing more than $3.5 million to the Cancer Council NSW to …
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Australian Man Sentenced to Death in Communist China
An Australian man has been sentenced to death in China for drug smuggling. Cam Gillespie was arrested with more than 7.5 kilograms of methamphetamine in his check-in luggage in 2013 … -
Politicians and Chief Medical Officer Urge Protesters to Stay Away
Federal politicians are keeping the pressure on people to heed the advice of medical experts and not attend … -
Australian Government Gives Cancer Treatment Projects $12M
The Morrison government is providing more than $3.5 million to the Cancer Council NSW to research what demand … -
Teens Allegedly Assault NSW Police Officer
Four teenagers have been arrested after a police officer was allegedly assaulted and mugged on Sydney’s northern beaches. … -
We Must Get Referendum Right: Liberal MP
A federal Liberal backbencher believes there should still be an ambition to hold a referendum in this term … -
CCP Using Twitter to Change Narrative on Hong Kong, Virus, and Race Riots: Aussie Think Tank
A new report has revealed the Chinese regime is using Twitter to “shape, manage and control narratives” related …
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Caution Abounds as Alberta Eases Raft of COVID-19 Restrictions
CALGARY—Restaurateur Leslie Echino laughs at the notion that even as Alberta lifts many more COVID-19 restrictions her business could return to anywhere close to normal. Restaurants, bars, lounges, and cafes will no longer be limited … -
Possible July Return for Foreign Students
Prime Minister Scott Morrison hopes a pilot program allowing international students to enter Australia is in place by … -
Two Key Northern Territory National Parks to Reopen
The Northern Territory’s Kakadu and Uluru?Kata Tjuta national parks will reopen next week amid the easing of COVID-19 … -
Long-Term Protection From Masks ‘Dubious’
A NSW parliamentary inquiry into air quality heard the effectiveness of P2 masks in protecting people from bushfire … -
Aussie Shares Sink After Wall Street Plunge
The Australian share market has plunged for the second day in a row, snapping a string of six … -
Joe Hockey Calls on Australia ‘Not to Cower to Bullies’ Like China
Australia’s former Ambassador to America Joe Hockey has called on Australian politicians from both sides of the political … -
Second Wave of Protests in Australia Continue Despite Police Warnings
Protests against racism and asylum seeker policies will continue as planned across several Australian cities this weekend despite health … -
Please Respect Health Orders: NSW Premier
NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has implored people not to attend illegal rallies in support of the Black Lives … -
Zoom Says Chinese Regime Demanded It Shutdown Activists’ Accounts Over Tiananmen Square Anniversary Events
Video-conferencing app Zoom confirmed Thursday that the Chinese regime demanded it suspend the accounts of several U.S. and … -
Police Charge 4 Prominent Hongkongers Over Tiananmen Massacre Vigil
Hong Kong police have charged four prominent Hong Kong activists who participated in the city’s annual candlelight vigil … -
Syria’s Assad Fires His PM Amid Worsening Economic Crisis
DAMASCUS, Syria—Syrian President Bashar Assad on June 11 fired his prime minister, a month ahead of elections, as … -
Turkish Court Jails US Consulate Worker on Terrorism Charges
ISTANBUL—A Turkish court sentenced a U.S. consulate employee to nearly nine years in prison on June 11 for … -
Researchers Find a Way to Turn Waste CO2 Into Industrial Materials
Researchers from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) have found a way to convert carbon dioxide (CO2) … -
Review Ordered After Darwin Prison Riot
An independent review has been ordered into a riot by prisoners at the Darwin Correctional Centre in May. … -
Government Takes a ‘Big Stick’ to Energy Companies for Misconduct
Australian energy companies are now under tight scrutiny after a new law came into effect on June 10 that grants … -
Buy From the Bush Delivers $5M Sales Boost, Connected Small Businesses Across Australia
A campaign to get Australians to buy from businesses in communities hit by drought has boosted sales by …
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Deputy Defence Minister Says Military Spending Needed Now More Than Ever
OTTAWA—The Defence Department’s top civilian official is touting the importance of continued investments in the Canadian Armed Forces, and says she has received no indications the Liberal government is planning … -
EU Accuses China, Russia of Running COVID-19 ‘Disinformation Campaigns’
The European Union (EU) on June 10 accused China and Russia of spreading disinformation about the CCP virus … -
Melbourne University Staff Reject Losing Pay Rise
Staff at the University of Melbourne have knocked a proposed pay cut and changes to voluntary redundancies provisions … -
Northern Territory in ‘Final Stretch’ Before Borders Open
The Northern Territory is in the “final stretch” of isolation before it reopens its borders, after they were … -
Russia and US to Hold Nuclear Disarmament Talks This Month, China Declines to Join
The United States and Russia have confirmed that they will hold talks for nuclear disarmament on June 22 … -
NAB Survey Shows Weak Business Confidence Points to an Extended Recovery
The NAB Monthly Business Survey has been released and it has revealed that Australian business conditions and confidence … -
Chinese Students Safe in Australia Says Universities Peak Body
The peak body of Australia’s university sector has spoken out against the Chinese regime’s advice to Chinese students to … -
Aussie PM Calls China’s Racism Claims ‘Rubbish’ and Labels Its Actions as ‘Coercion’ for First Time
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has called claims of racism against Chinese students in Australia “rubbish” saying Australia would … -
NSW Childcare Fraudster Loses ‘Bogan’ Appeal
A NSW childcare operator behind bars over a $3.6 million government benefits fraud has failed to overturn her … -
Melbourne BLM Protester Tests Positive for CCP Virus
A protester who attended the Black Lives Matter march in Melbourne on June 6 has tested positive for … -
Aussie PM Tells States to Set a Date for Opening Borders
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has urged state premiers to set a July date to open their borders to … -
Chinese Regime’s Latest ‘Racism’ Salvos Against Australia an Attempt to Divert Global Attention From Hong Kong
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has extended its “racism” row with Australia issuing warnings of “multiple incidents” of … -
Jacinta Price Says Aboriginal Deaths in Police Custody Are Not Caused by ‘Systemic Racism’
Addressing domestic violence and child abuse within Aboriginal communities is the key to reducing incarceration rates and decreasing … -
Oil Price Rally Falters as US Shale Producers Weigh Reopening
Oil prices fell to around $40 per barrel in early trading on Wednesday after reports that American Petroleum …
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No Apparent Opposition Support For Feds’ Latest Pandemic Emergency Bill
OTTAWA—The non-partisan spirit that has allowed Parliament to swiftly pass emergency legislation during the COVID-19 pandemic seems likely to come to an abrupt end today. And that could leave in … -
Sweden Says 34 Year Mystery of PM Olof Palme Assassination Is Solved
Sweden closed the case of the 1986 assassination of Prime Minister Olof Palme, accusing an insurance company graphic … -
Australia Rejects Beijing’s Student Warning
Finance Minister Mathias Cormann has rubbished China’s claims of a rise in racism targeting Asian students as Beijing … -
Waiting for Ruby Princess Tests ‘Obvious’
A desire for passengers to return home or make flights factored into letting them off the Ruby Princess … -
Second BLM Protest in Adelaide Called Off
The organisers of a second Black Lives Matter rally in Adelaide say the event will not go ahead. … -
UK Drops Plan to Get All Young Children in School by Summer
LONDON—The British government on June 9 ditched plans to have all primary school children in England return to … -
Sudan Militia Leader in Custody on Darfur War Crimes Charges
BANGUI, Central African Republic—Sudanese militia leader Ali Kushayb, who is charged with 50 crimes against humanity and war … -
Federer out for Rest of 2020 Season After Second Knee Surgery
MUMBAI—Roger Federer will miss the rest of the 2020 tennis season after undergoing a second knee surgery few … -
US Senator Wants Australia and Allies to Join a New Cold War Against Chinese Communism
U.S. Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) believes Australia should join America and the UK in a new Cold War … -
Missing Non-Verbal Autistic Teenager Found Alive in Victoria Bush
After two freezing nights in dense Victorian bush, William Callaghan was found looking “angelic” as he stood in … -
WHO Clarifies Comment About Asymptomatic CCP Virus Spread Being ‘Very Rare’
The World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday clarified comments made from Monday at a news briefing about asymptomatic … -
Consumer Confidence Stages Full Recovery
Consumer confidence has bounced back to its pre-COVID-19 pandemic levels in June, with the easing of restrictions giving … -
Australia Should ‘Fast Track’ Powerful Laws to Sanction Chinese Officials Involved in Passing Hong Kong Security Law
Australia should “fast-track” new laws to give the government power to sanction and freeze the assets of Chinese … -
Australia Post’s New Model Might Cost Jobs and Scale Back Services
A proposed shake-up of Australia Post deliveries will be opposed by Labor over fears the changes will cost … -
Australian Government Extends Aviation Support Schemes to Boost Domestic Services
Australian airlines are assured of the financial resources needed to sustain domestic air travel services until the end … -
Harvey Norman Sales Up, Overseas Down
Harvey Norman has reported second half sales in Australia were up 17.5 percent, but its overseas stores’ trade … -
Oil Tankers Turn Away From Venezuela as More Sanctions Loom
Two tankers that were sailing toward Venezuela to load crude have turned around since the weekend and three …
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Poll Shows Canadians Increasingly May Fear Second Wave of COVID-19, Donning Masks
OTTAWA—Canadians are increasingly wearing protective face masks as they emerge from months of isolating at home to curb the spread of COVID-19, a new poll suggests. And it suggests that … -
Ruby Princess Deemed Low-Risk Without Info
A New South Wales Health medical officer deemed the Ruby Princess cruise ship low-risk mainly because no passengers … -
Biosecurity Officers Board Cargo Vessel
Biosecurity officers have boarded a Chinese cargo ship off the coast of Queensland to ensure the crew is … -
Overnight Search for Missing Autistic Teen
Crews will continue searching for a second night for a teenager with non-verbal autism who has been missing … -
WHO: Asymptomatic Spread of CCP Virus ‘Very Rare’
The spread of COVID-19 by patients who do not have symptoms is “very rare,” World Health Organization doctors … -
Hong Kong Leader Tells Locals to Be Good Citizens for China on Anniversary of Million-Strong Protest
One year after Hong Kong witnessed the dramatic escalation of ongoing anti-CCP, pro-democracy protests, city leader Carrie Lam … -
In Iraq’s Fields of Black Gold, Thousands Lose Livelihoods
BASRA, Iraq—Mohammed Haider, a security worker in Iraq’s southern oilfields, thought he was safe after signing a new … -
Aviation, Tourism Groups Protest UK’s 14-day Quarantine
LONDON—Britain began imposing a 14-day quarantine on June 8 on travelers coming into the country, months after other … -
Thousands of Australians Apply for HomeBuilder Grants in First Week
Over 12,000 Australians have registered for the federal government’s HomeBuilder scheme in less than a week. The $25,000 … -
Australian Treasurer Announces Extension of Instant Asset Write Off
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg announced on June 9 that the Australian government would extend the $150,000 instant asset write … -
Newspaper Insert Introduces ‘Made in Taiwan’ Labels to Product Catalogues
Retailer Machinery House has published a catalogue of its products that now include labels to indicate which products … -
US Prosecutors Say Britain’s Prince Andrew Not Cooperating in Epstein Probe
WASHINGTON/LONDON—U.S. prosecutors accused Britain’s Prince Andrew on Monday of evading their efforts to question him over his contacts … -
Second Major Australian Union Stands Against Beijing, Tells Victorian Premier ‘History Will Judge All of Us’
A leading member of Australia’s second-largest worker’s union has pleaded with the Victorian state premier to withdraw from … -
Taiwan President Visits Bookstore to Show Support for Hong Kong
Honest News Straight to Your Home. Try the Epoch Times yourself, and get a free gift. Taiwan President … -
ASX to Gain Early, Dollar Over 70 US Cents
Investors are likely to see early gains on the Australian share market after a surprisingly upbeat US jobs …
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BLM Rally Won’t Seek WA Crowd Exemption
Organisers of the second Black Lives Matter protest in Perth are refusing to apply for an exemption to host more than 300 people under COVID-19 restrictions. Co-organiser Tanesha Bennell said no … -
Western Australia’s Public Schools Virus Restrictions Eased
Restrictions for Western Australia’s public schools have eased, while a social housing investment to boost the state’s COVID-19 … -
Queen’s Birthday Honours Recognises ‘Outstanding Australians’
The Queen’s Birthday 2020 Honours List has been revealed and 933 Australians have been awarded for their contributions … -
Australian Universities Anticipate Boost to Students
More Australians are expected to head to universities as youth unemployment rates stay high in the COVID-19-driven economic … -
Australian PM Scott Morrison’s High Approval Rating Continues: Survey
A Newspoll released by on June 8 has noted that Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s approval rating remains high, despite the … -
Russian Hiring of Syrians to Fight in Libya Surged in May, Sources Say
A Russian drive to recruit Syrians to fight in Libya for militia leader Khalifa Haftar accelerated in May … -
North Korea Threatens to Shut Liaison Office With South
SEOUL, South Korea—In the latest blow for inter-Korean cooperation, North Korea threatened to permanently shut a liaison office … -
Venezuela’s New Gasoline System Fails to End Epic Lines
CARACAS—Hundreds of Venezuelans queued up in miles-long lines to try to fill their cars with subsidized gasoline over … -
British Police Flooded with Madeleine McCann Tips After New Suspect Identified
British police have received almost 400 tip-offs about the disappearance of Madeleine McCann after identifying a new suspect … -
Two Kids From Queensland
A 17-month-old girl has been found safe after she was taken from a Queensland home. Police say a … -
Chinese Regime Cries ‘Racism’ Against Australia Following New Foreign Investment Laws
Australia’s trade minister has been forced to fend off new accusations from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), this … -
88 Percent of Australians Keen To Buy Local More Than Ever, New Survey Finds
The Australian Workers Union has reported the results of a YouGov survey that says it found the majority … -
New Zealand Says It Has No Active COVID-19 Cases
WELLINGTON—New Zealand has no active cases of COVID-19 in the country for the first time since Feb. 28, … -
India, China Agree to Resolve Border Dispute ‘Peacefully’: Statement
NEW DELHI—India and China agreed on June 5 to resolve a dispute over their shared border in the …
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Tropical Storm Cristobal Draws Nearer to US Gulf Coast
NEW ORLEANS—A re-energized Tropical Storm Cristobal continued its advance toward the U.S. Gulf Coast early June 7, having spawned a tornado in Florida and brought heavy rains that already caused …
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Thousands Join Black Lives Matter Protests Across Australia
Australians have defied warnings from the prime minister and health experts about the coronavirus risk to turn out … -
The University of Melbourne is expecting to lose $1 billion in revenue between now and 2023 as a …
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Great White Shark Kills Queensland Surfer
A 60-year-old Queensland surfer has died after being attacked by a three-meter great white shark off the northern … -
Western Australia Tackles CCP Virus Economic Slump With New Home Grants
A wave of home-building and renovation work is the goal of a $444 (US$309) million stimulus package unveiled … -
Australian Government Extending Its Support of Aviation Industry
The Australian government is extending its support to the aviation sector to ensure the industry is sustained during … -
Organizers of Black Lives Matter Rally in Australia to Cop Virus Fines
The Australian state of Victoria might be in the clear for fresh Chinese Communist Party (CCP) virus cases … -
Russia Reports 8,855 New CCP Virus Cases, 197 Deaths in Last 24 Hours
MOSCOW—Russia reported 8,855 new cases of the CCP virus on Saturday, June 6, pushing the total number of … -
German Police Reportedly Pursue Connection Between Madeleine McCann Case and Another
German police investigating the 2007 disappearance of British child Madeleine McCann have now launched an investigation into a … -
Border Hospitals See Surge of Cross-border CCP Virus Cases
Some California hospitals on the border with Mexico are seeing a surge in CCP virus cases and they …
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Canada-China Committee Needed Now More Than Ever, Says Former Canadian Ambassador to China
A former Canadian ambassador to China is urging the federal government to reconvene the Special Committee on Canada-China Relations, saying the committee is needed now more than ever. David Mulroney … -
Bacteria Affecting Babies in South Australian Hospitals
Health officials are hopeful ongoing investigations will track down the source of a rare bacterial infection which has … -
NSW Appeal Court Authorises Sydney Rally
The Sydney ‘Stop All Black Deaths in Custody’ rally has been declared an authorised public assembly after a … -
BLM Rally Attracts Thousands in Melbourne
Thousands of protesters are pouring into the heart of Melbourne for a Black Lives Matter rally. The rally … -
University Student Drew Pavlou Remains Enrolled Amid Appeal
A student activist who led protests against the Chinese Communist Party will remain enrolled in the University of … -
Saturday Protest Could Trigger Health ‘Catastrophe’ in Australia
Australia’s top medical officer says it would be catastrophic if COVID-19 spread to remote indigenous communities, as protesters … -
Australian Indigenous Health Gets $4M Investment
The Morrison government is investing $4 million into a range of projects aimed at improving the health of … -
French Army Kills Al-Qaeda North Africa Chief Droukdel: Armed Forces Minister
PARIS—France said on Friday its military forces had killed al Qaeda’s North Africa (AQMI) chief Abdelmalek Droukdel during …
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UK MP Pushes for Rights for All Hongkongers to British Passports
British Member of Parliament Alistair Carmichael calls on the UK Government on June 2 to reopen the British National (Overseas) passport program to all people of Hong Kong, they must …
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Bentley, Aston Martin and McLaren Are Slashing Thousands of Jobs
British automakers Bentley, Aston Martin, and McLaren have announced nearly 3,000 job cuts over the past two weeks. -
‘Standing Together’: Global Coalition Aims to Push Back Against Beijing’s Influence
A new global coalition formed by several countries including Canada will endeavour to counter what they say is … -
Putin Chides Nornickel, Orders Law Change After Arctic Fuel Spill
MOSCOW—Russian President Vladimir Putin chided the billionaire boss of Norilsk Nickel on Friday over a huge Arctic fuel … -
Values at the Heart of the Fight for Canada
Has Canada gone to the dogs? Judging by all the barking that goes on in this country—though that … -
Minister Miller Outraged at Violence Against Indigenous People
OTTAWA—Indigenous Services Minister Marc Miller says Canada needs a reckoning over a repeated and disgusting pattern of police … -
Canada Gets Unexpected Jobs Boost in May
OTTAWA—Canada unexpectedly gained 289,600 jobs in May even as the jobless rate hit a record high at 13.7 percent, … -
US Will Reevaluate Intelligence-Sharing with Canada if Huawei Participates in Country’s 5G: State Department
The U.S. State Department has said intelligence-sharing with Canada will be reevaluated if Chinese telecom giant Huawei is … -
Trudeau to Offer Billions to Provinces, Territories for COVID-19 Mitigation
OTTAWA—Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is to offer premiers billions in federal funding to help them safely reopen provincial and … -
South Australia Looks to Travel Bubbles to Open Borders
The South Australian government says it is looking at the issue of travel bubbles with Western Australia, the … -
CBA Fined $5M for Overcharging Customers
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) has been fined $5 million for overcharging thousands of customers on a … -
Sydney Black Lives Matter Protest Banned
NSW Police have won an injunction in the state’s highest court effectively banning a large protest over COVID-19 … -
2016 Parliamentary Briefing Book Warned MPs of China’s Bigger Strategic Belt and Road Agenda
The broader strategic aims of China’s Belt and Road program and the communist nation’s predatory expansion ambitions should … -
UN Moves Toward Ending UN-AU Peacekeeping in Sudan’s Darfur
UNITED NATIONS—The U.N. Security Council voted unanimously to move toward ending the joint U.N.-African Union peacekeeping force in … -
South Africa’s Hotspot Limits Most Testing to Above Age 55
CAPE TOWN, South Africa—South Africa’s worst hotspot for the CCP virus is no longer testing most people under … -
Eastern Forces Quit Libyan Capital After Year-Long Assault
TRIPOLI—Libya’s internationally recognized government regained control of Tripoli on June 4, driving eastern forces out of the capital … -
CCP Virus Transmission Concerns for Black Lives Matters Protest in Australia
The New South Wales government is scrambling to stop a Black Lives Matter and Indigenous Lives Matter protest … -
Australia Introduces ‘Significant Change’ to Foreign Investment Laws Amid Concerns Over Chinese Ownership
Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Treasurer Josh Frydenberg announced the most “significant change” to the foreign investment law …
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Chinese Activists Recount the Tragedy of Tiananmen Square Massacre 31 Years Later
The first armored truck appeared around 11 p.m. on June 3, 1989. Around 1:30 a.m., gunshots were fired. The sound of gunfire continued through the night as tanks rolled in, … -
Google Pulls Popular Indian App That Claimed to Remove Chinese Software
Google has removed a popular Indian mobile application from its Play Store that allowed users to detect and … -
Trudeau Takes Part in Third Pandemic Summit, Eyes UN Security Council Seat
OTTAWA—Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is taking part in his third international summit in a week as Canada campaigns … -
Russia Redesigns Nuclear Deterrent Policy
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday approved Russia’s nuclear deterrent policy, which allows the country to use atomic … -
Queensland Border Closure Challenged in Court
Two High Court challenges against the Queensland government’s constitutional right to keep the state’s borders closed have been … -
NSW Bill Ensures Higher Building Standards
The NSW parliament has passed the Residential Apartment Buildings Bill 2020 to ensure buildings are constructed to a … -
Australia Steps up Relationship With India
Prime Minister Scott Morrison and India’s Narendra Modi have agreed to increase co-operation between the two countries through … -
Qantas, Jetstar to Increase Domestic Flights by 40 Percent
As the government reduces travel restrictions around Australia, travellers can look forward to resuming domestic trips with Qantas .. -
‘Homebuilder’ Program to Help Singles and Families Buy, Build, Fix Homes
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced the government’s “HomeBuilder” program aimed to stimulate the building and construction industry … -
ASX up Again, Hits Fresh 13-week High
The local bourse has risen for the fourth day this week, rising to its highest level since March … -
Queensland Offers $500,000 Grant for Individual, Freelance, and Contractor Artists
The Queensland government is offering a $500,000 package to independent artists as part of a scheme aiming to … -
Aussie PM Says Recession Is ‘Heartbreaking,’ Treasurer Highlights Australia’s ‘Resilience’
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has described Australia’s first recession in 29 years as a “heartache” for the nation …
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CBC Had ‘Predetermined Narrative’ for Reporting on Epoch Times, Says Scholar Interviewed by Broadcaster
An expert interviewed by CBC as part of its recent coverage of The Epoch Times says he thinks the CBC reporters were trying to get a “predetermined narrative” from him, … -
Cyclone Lashes India’s Business Capital, 100,000 Evacuated
MUMBAI, India—A cyclone made landfall on June 3 south of India’s financial capital of Mumbai, with storm surge … -
Federal Aid for Care Home Systems Needed Ahead of Second Wave, Advocates Say
OTTAWA—The federal government must do more to help provinces prepare long-term care homes for the next wave of … -
Defence Department Accused of Using Pandemic to Withhold Info From Parliament
OTTAWA—The Department of National Defence stands accused of trying to take advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic to withhold … -
Australian PM Sets Virtual Summit With India’s Modi
Prime Minister Scott Morrison and India’s Narendra Modi won’t be able to meet in person due to the … -
ASX Soars 1.8 Percent to Post-COVID High
The Australian share market has rallied 1.8 percent to close at its highest level since March 6, with … -
Agreement Reached on Funding of South Korean Employees at US Bases, Pentagon Says
WASHINGTON—The Pentagon said on Tuesday that it reached agreement with South Korea on a proposal for Seoul to … -
PARIS—France is rolling out an official COVID-19 contact-tracing app aimed at containing fresh outbreaks as lockdown restrictions gradually …
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UN Says Donors Pledge $1.35 Billion in Humanitarian Aid to Yemen
DUBAI—International donors raised $1.35 billion in humanitarian aid for Yemen on June 2, although the amount fell short … -
UK Lawmakers Line Up to Vote as Parliament Adjusts to COVID-19
LONDON—Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s Conservative government faced a rebellion from some of its own legislators on June 2 … -
Australian Universities Face $16 Billion Revenue Loss Because of CCP Virus
Australia’s universities could lose $16 billion in revenue between now and 2023 as a direct result of the … -
Australia Is Now in a Recession: Treasurer Josh Frydenberg
Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has confirmed Australia is now in a recession after 29 consecutive years of economic … -
NSW Parliament Passes Building Reforms
NSW parliament has finally passed building reforms introduced in the wake of high-profile Sydney apartment defects, with the … -
New South Wales Parliament Rejects Pay Freeze Bill
New South Wales (NSW) Parliament voted on June 2 against the bill to freeze wage increases for public …
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Contingent of US Marines arrives in Darwin
The first group of United States Marines has arrived in Darwin as part of a rotational force deployment initially delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Australian Defence Force members will enforce … -
The First Year’s Results of Reducing Plastics Along the Great Barrier Reef
A new report by Tangaroa Blue Foundation has revealed a deeper look at 24 tonnes of litter, the … -
Victorian Opposition Increases Pressure on Premier Andrews Over Belt and Road
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews is facing increasing scrutiny from the state’s Liberal and National Parties over his staffer’s … -
National Capital Lobbied for Arts Support
The ACT arts minister told his federal counterpart in March that the sector was after ‘vital and urgent’ … -
Call for Aircraft ‘Swarm’ to Fight Fires
Australia needs to send “swarms” of aircraft to aggressively attack bushfires early, the aerial firefighting industry says. Aircraft … -
Attack on Australian News Crew ‘Troubling’ Says PM
An Australian news crew has been shot with rubber bullets and assaulted by police in the United States … -
Hong Kong Leader Blames ‘Riots’ and ‘Independence Movements’ For Beijing’s National Security Law
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam defended Beijing’s decision to implement a so-called national security law in the city, … -
RBA Holds Rate, Australian Economic Outlook Cautiously Promising
The Reserve Bank of Australia has kept the cash rate at a record low 0.25 percent at its … -
CAPE TOWN, South Africa—Many South Africans spent June 1 lining up outside liquor stores and celebrated with cheers …
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UK Eases Lockdown Restrictions but Many Flout Guidelines
LONDON—The UK eased more lockdown restrictions on June 1 despite warnings from some health officials of another spike … -
Lockdowns Ease in Florida, Europe With New Tourism Rules
ROME—The first day of June saw CCP virus restrictions ease from Asia to Europe to the United States … -
NSW Offers $1000 and No Redundancies for Frontline Workers Instead of Pay Rises
In an attempt to soften the blow of a pay freeze, the New South Wales (NSW) government is … -
Woolworths Gives Shares, Credits to Staff
Woolworths is giving more than 100,000 staffers across Australia and New Zealand bonuses to thank them for their … -
Senator Says University Should Lose Funding for Acting as ‘Agent for the CCP’ in Suspending Student Activist
Senator Malcolm Roberts has called on the federal government to cut funding to the University of Queensland if … -
A Victorian aged care is in lockdown after a worker tested positive, while a kindergarten teacher is also …
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Queensland Government Apologises to Family of ‘Virus’ Man
Queensland’s deputy premier has apologised to the grieving family of a Blackwater man who was wrongly identified as … -
Canadian Parliamentarians Join 37-Country Coalition to Support Hong Kong
An international coalition of parliamentarians that includes Canadians is calling on governments around the world to unite against … -
Lawyer Says Beijing Could Bar Exit of Dual Canadians From Hong Kong
OTTAWA—A Canadian legal activist is warning the federal government to grant asylum to democracy activists in Hong Kong … -
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Treatment Against COVID-19 of a drug for use against COVID-19, the first time authorities have given the green light to a medicine against the new disease caused by the CCP (Chinese …
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Protests Against Racism and Police Impunity Turn Violent in Montreal
MONTREAL—A Montreal anti-racism protest demanding justice for a black Minnesota man who died following a police intervention last week … -
US Marines to Arrive in Northern Territory This Week
The Northern Territory will once again see a rotation of United States Marines despite the COVID-19 pandemic. The … -
Victoria Takes Next Step to New Normal
Victorians are now able to sit down at their local pub or cafe as months of restrictions have … -
A Return to Pubs as NSW COVID-19 Restrictions Ease
NSW has recorded three new COVID-19 cases as restaurants can now welcome 50 patrons and the doors reopen … -
Queensland Tourism Ready for Holiday Boom
Tourism operators in northern Queensland say their phones have been running hot as travellers shore up holidays with … -
PM Scott Morrison Urges Australians Not to Follow Violence Seen in US Protests
With protests being planned in some Australian cities in solidarity with Americans devastated by the death of George … -
Trump Invites Australia to G7 Meeting, Sans China
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has welcomed an invitation from U.S. President Donald Trump to join an expanded … -
State Liberal MP Gladys Liu Questions Victorian Premier Over Belt and Road
Australia’s first Chinese-Australian member of Parliament Gladys Liu has criticised the Victorian state government’s decision to be involved … -
Locust Invasion Wreaks Havoc on Pakistan’s Crops, Orchards
MULTAN, Pakistan—An invasion of locusts has spread across Pakistan, officials said late last week, causing damage to crops … -
New Report Alleges Killings, Mass Detentions in Ethiopia
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia—A new report by the rights group Amnesty International accuses Ethiopia’s security forces of extrajudicial killings … -
Early Superannuation Withdraw Largely Spent on Discretionary Items
People who are withdrawing their superannuation early during the COVID-19 crisis appear to be overwhelmingly spending it on … -
Paypal Signups Tripled Amid Lockdown in Australia
Signups to Paypal Australia have almost tripled during the COVID-19 pandemic as Australians flock to online shopping, the … -
Ottawa to Promote Holidays at Home Because of COVID-19 Border Closures
Ottawa will invest $30 million to enable provinces and territories to promote holidays in their “own back yard” … -
Biggest Annual Fall in Home Construction Recorded in 19 Years, Anticipating Further Decline
Residential construction across the nation contracted for a seventh straight time during the March quarter, with a 12.5 percent …
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Chinese Regime’s Aggression on Disputed Border With India Draws Concerns
The Chinese regime’s acts of aggression on the disputed border with India have drawn concern, and analysts have questioned the timing of the fights that transpired between the patrols of … -
Belgian Prince Joachim Diagnosed With CCP Virus After Defying Lockdown Rules
Belgian Prince Joachim has tested positive for CCP virus, commonly referred to as novel coronavirus, after attending a party in Spain, according …
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Rio Tinto Mining Firm Apologises for Destroying 46,000-Year-Old Aboriginal Site
Mining giant Rio Tinto has apologized to traditional owners in Western Australia’s north after destroying a significant indigenous site … -
Attorney-General Declines to Apologise for Australia’s Robo-Debt Citing Ongoing Litigation
Attorney-General Christian Porter has not apologized for the faults of the robo-debt scheme that forced thousands of Australians … -
CCP Virus Impact Part of Australia’s Domestic Violence Inquiry
The Australian government has issued draft terms of reference for an inquiry into domestic violence, building on its … -
Australia Closer to No New COVID-19 Cases
Victoria is the only state to record new cases of coronavirus this weekend, bringing closer the day when … -
Five-Month-Old Brazilian Baby Survives Coronavirus After 32 Days in Coma
After spending a month in an induced coma due to COVID-19, Dom, a 5-month-old Brazilian baby, gets to … -
Autopsy Shows George Floyd Did Not Die of Traumatic Asphyxiation or Strangulation
Preliminary autopsy findings by the Hennepin County Medical Examiner show that George Floyd, who died Monday in police … -
Canada ‘Needs’ Airline Industry, Is Monitoring Day by Day: Minister
OTTAWA—Canada is closely monitoring the slumping airline industry and extended a ban on large cruise ships to Oct. …
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TikTok Is an ‘Attractive Database’ on ‘Young Australians’ for the Chinese Regime: Aussie MP
West Australian Member of Parliament Andrew Hastie has called the Beijing-backed music app TikTok an “attractive database” for the Chinese communist regime to collect data on the “habits, psychology, and … -
Federal Labor Wants Housing Plan to Support Jobs
Federal Labor is urging the Morrison government to pursue a housing stimulus plan to support the construction sector, … -
Protestors Emerge to March for ‘Rights and Freedoms’ After Restrictions Lifted
As Australia lifts restrictions put in place amid the Chinese Communist Party virus pandemic, hundreds of people have … -
Chinese Malthouses Still Want Australia’s ‘High-Quality’ Barley Despite Tariffs
Despite the 80 percent tariff imposed by the Chinese regime, companies in the communist nation continue to buy … -
Australia Makes Progress on Virus Response
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says progress is being made on restoring the economy as inroads are made in … -
Almost 80 High School Students in Victoria in Self Isolation at Home
One positive COVID-19 case at Keilor Downs Secondary College in Melbourne’s northwest led to seven students across two … -
Early Concerns That 2020 Election Cycle Will ‘Sow Division’ in US-Ukrainian Relationship
Seven retired U.S. Ambassadors to Ukraine denounced “efforts to inject Ukraine into America’s domestic politics as the 2020 … -
Protest in Hong Kong Over China’s Move to Pass Security Law
HONG KONG—Dozens of people protested in a mall in Hong Kong on Friday following a vote by China’s … -
US to Revoke Hong Kong’s Special Status, Sanction Officials Who Erode Autonomy: Trump
President Donald Trump announced on May 29 that Hong Kong’s preferential trading status will be stripped, lambasting the … -
Canada Should Correct Its Course on the Chinese Regime
Commentary To its credit, Australia, together with strong leadership from the United States, is leading the charge to … -
Canada Must Open Its Eyes to Beijing’s Belligerence
Commentary Before his death in 1994, Richard Nixon gave an interview to his former speechwriter William Safire in … -
EU Seeks Tougher China Policy, Concerned by Hong Kong Law
BRUSSELS—European Union foreign ministers agreed to toughen their strategy on China on May 29 to counter Beijing’s increasingly … -
In Canada’s COVID-19 Capital, Bone-Weary Nurses Plead for Summer Break
MONTREAL—Quebec nurses and orderlies are pleading for time off this summer, ahead of a possible second wave of … -
Canada Enacts Ban of Large Cruise Ships Until October
OTTAWA—The cruise-ship season in Canada is all but sunk as Ottawa extends its ban on large ships in … -
Quebec Hopes Military Can Stay Longer as Province Plans to Recruit More Long-Term Care Orderlies From Abroad
Quebec is asking for the military to remain stationed in the province’s long-term care facilities until September to … -
Top Chinese General Says Beijing Will Attack Taiwan to Stop Independence
BEIJING—China will attack Taiwan if there is no other way of stopping it from becoming independent, one of …
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Renault Poised to Announce 15,000 Layoffs Worldwide: Union
PARIS—French carmaker Renault is poised to announce 15,000 layoffs worldwide on May 29 as it unveils a plan to boost its profitability and cope with faltering sales, a representative for … -
Charges Laid Against Cargo Ship Master
The Australian Marine Safety Authority has charged the master of the APL England for pollution offences and ordered … -
Ferrari Launches Driver Program in Australia
Italian Formula One team Ferrari will use Sydney as the base for a new development program aimed at … -
Work From Home Will Continue in Victoria
Victorians who have been working from home must continue to do so for at least another month, under … -
Feds to Announce More Help for Rural and Indigenous People to Deal With COVID-19
OTTAWA—The federal government is to spend millions more to help remote and rural Indigenous communities cope with the … -
University of Queensland Student Suspended for 2 Years After Speaking out Against Chinese Regime
Student activist Drew Pavlou has been handed a two-year suspension from the University of Queensland after speaking out … -
UK to Plan Citizenship for Hong Kong Residents if Chinese Regime Pursues Security Bill
The British government said on Thursday it will grant greater visa rights to British national overseas (BNO) passport … -
China Threatens Retaliation Against Possible US Sanctions Over HK Security Law
Chinese authorities have been leveling threats against the United States in the past few days, in the face … -
In Lockdown Easing, UK’s Johnson Says Groups of 6 Can Meet
LONDON—Outdoor gatherings of six people from different households will be allowed from next week as part of another … -
India and China Deploy Thousands of Troops Along Northern Border After ‘Violent Face-Off’
Indian media has reported that 5,000 troops from China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) have amassed in a remote … -
Regional Court Orders Panama to Protect Migrants’ Health
PANAMA CITY—A regional human rights court has ordered Panama’s government to immediately provide medical care and more sanitary … -
Hard-Line Former Tehran Mayor Named Iran Parliament Speaker
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates—Iran’s parliament elected a former mayor of Tehran tied to the Revolutionary Guard as its … -
Breakfast Star Host Alan Jones Muses on ‘Stepping Stones’ in Finale
After 35 years of dogmatic and determined radio commentary, Alan Jones has signed off from the airwaves on … -
Aussie PM Rules Out Sanctions Against Beijing for Controversial Hong Kong Security Laws
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has stated that Australia is not considering sanctions against Beijing in response to the … -
A coalition of democratic nations including Australia, the United States, the UK, and Canada have combined to condemn …
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Legal Experts Opine on B.C. Supreme Court Decision on Meng Wanzhou
VANCOUVER—A loss in court for Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou has prompted another round of legal arguments in her attempt to avoid extradition to the United States on fraud charges. Associate Chief Justice Heather Holmes … -
NSW Ski Fields to Open Within Weeks
The NSW ski season will begin on June 22, the state government has announced, two weeks later than … -
Ship Clean-Up Continues Along NSW Coast
Fifteen of the 40 shipping containers lost overboard from the APL England cargo ship have been accounted for … -
12 Positive COVID-19 Cases on WA Ship
Another six members of the Al Kuwait crew and a returned traveller in hotel quarantine have tested positive … -
Man Shot, Killed by Police on Victorian Freeway
A knife-wielding man has been shot dead by police during a stand-off on Melbourne’s Monash Freeway, with police … -
China’s Rubber-Stamp Legislature Approves Security Bill as Hong Kong Worries for Ominous Future
This article has been updated. China’s rubber-stamp legislature, National People Congress (NPC), has passed a draft resolution on … -
US Says China Blocking Urgent UN Security Council Meeting on Hong Kong’s Status
The United States said on May 27 that China is blocking its calls for an urgent meeting at … -
Aussie MP Says Decentralisation of Newspaper Ownership a ‘Positive’
Federal Member of Parliament Bob Katter has said that newspapers could resurrect themselves on an “owner-operator basis” following … -
Loss of Print Advertising Forces News Corp Australia to Go Digital
News Corp Australia has announced that the majority of its regional and community papers will go digital-only from … -
Australian Economic Downturn Might Not Be So Severe
The economic downturn from COVID-19 may not be as severe as predicted, Reserve Bank boss Philip Lowe says. … -
Australian Banks Keep Rising and Push ASX Higher
Australia’s big four banks are enjoying another surge in early trade on the ASX, and the main indices … -
El Salvador’s Millennial President Says He Takes Hydroxychloroquine
Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele said May 26 he uses hydroxychloroquine, the anti-malarial drug touted by U.S. President Donald … -
Shooting at a Business Meeting in France Kills Three
Three people were killed and one injured in western France on May 27 after a man open fire … -
Hong Kong on the Brink of Communist Control With Beijing’s Latest Aggression: Experts
The Chinese regime’s latest move to impose a national security law on Hong Kong will lead to the … -
How Canada Can Lessen Its Alarming Dependence on China
Canada is strategically dependent on China for 367 categories of goods, with 83 of them servicing critical applications. -
Huawei CFO Loses Bid for Freedom as Canadian Court Rules Extradition Case Must Continue
Huawei chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou has lost a bid for freedom after a Canadian judge ruled against …
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Huawei Exec Loses Court Ruling, Extradition Case Continues
VANCOUVER—A B.C. Supreme Court judge has ruled against a Huawei executive wanted on fraud charges in the United … -
New Zealand Officials Report No Current CCP Virus Patients in Hospitals
New Zealand officials reported no current CCP virus patients in the country’s hospitals, while adding that there are … -
OTTAWA—A firearm-rights group is challenging the constitutionality of the Liberal government’s recent ban of many assault-style guns in Federal …
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Long Term Care Advocates Call For Immediate Federal Action
OTTAWA—Advocates and experts in long-term health care say now is the time for Ottawa to intervene when it … -
TAIPEI—Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on May 27 pledged to draw up a plan to give humanitarian relief to …
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Japan Approves Fresh $1.1 Trillion Stimulus to Combat Pandemic Pain
TOKYO—Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s cabinet approved on Wednesday a new $1.1 trillion stimulus package that includes significant …
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MPs To Gather For First Time Both Virtually and in Person in the Commons
OTTAWA—Members of Parliament will make history today as a few dozen of them gather in the House of Commons where they’ll be joined by the other 300-odd MPs participating via … -
‘Disturbing’ Long Term Care Home Report Doesn’t Come As Surprise To Families
Simon Nisbet is convinced that if he hadn’t moved his mother out of her long-term care home, she … -
Hotel Worker Among New COVID-19 Cases in Victoria
A worker at a Melbourne hotel housing returned travellers in quarantine is among the eight fresh COVID-19 cases … -
Queensland Man, 30, Dies From COVID-19
Authorities are determining how a 30-year-old man from Blackwater in central Queensland became infected with COVID-19. A 30-year-old … -
UK Regulator Threatens Chinese State TV With Sanctions Over Hong Kong Coverage
The United Kingdom’s media regulator on May 26 found China’s English-language broadcaster, China Global Television Network (CGTN), in “serious failure … -
Sydney Beaches Closed Over Cargo Ship Rubbish
Randwick City Council in Sydney has closed its beaches for clean-up after about 40 shipping containers fell overboard … -
Singer Andrea Bocelli Donates Blood Plasma After Recovering From
Italian singer Andrea Bocelli has revealed he has recoveredOVID from the CCP (Chinese Communist Party) virus, commonly known as …
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New Zealand Expects Plan for Safe Travel With Australia in June
WELLINGTON—New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on May 27 a draft blueprint on safely starting travel between … -
Australian Cargo Ships Reroute to New Markets Amid Barley Trade Dispute With China
Cargo ships loaded with Australian barley en route to China are rerouting to other countries as the steep … -
Afghan Government Releases Hundreds of Taliban Prisoners
KABUL, Afghanistan—The Afghan government released hundreds of Taliban prisoners May 26, its single largest prisoner release since the … -
Federal Government Pressures States to Open Borders Saying Closures Weren’t Recommended by Medical Experts
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has challenged the reasoning of state premiers for keeping internal borders closed as … -
The director of a Belt and Road Initiative lobby group in Victoria, Australia who worked closely with the …
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ASX to Fall as Trump Is Weighing Economic Sanctions on Chinese Officials, Businesses and Financial Institutions
The ASX is poised to drop in early trade after reports the Trump administration is weighing economic sanctions …
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Japan Lifts Tokyo’s State of Emergency, Eyes Fresh Stimulus
TOKYO—Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said on May 25 that Japan will lift a state of emergency for Tokyo and four remaining areas later in the day but that it … -
Canadian Researcher Using Big Data, AI Says World Needs to Change Outbreak Preparation Strategy
OTTAWA—The Canadian researcher who was among the first to predict the deadly spread of COVID-19 says the world … -
Inquiry Focuses on Impact of Australian Bushfires
The Royal Commission into National Natural Disaster Arrangements hearing is focusing on the impact of the Black Summer … -
NSW Premier ‘Pleased’ With Transport Use
As students returned to NSW public schools full-time and more people go back to work, extra transport staff … -
Judge Rules on $51 Million Barber Bushfire Appeal
Some $51 million donated during Celeste Barber’s bushfire appeal can’t go to charities or rural fire services other … -
UK’s Johnson Backs Aide Over 250-Mile Lockdown Breach
LONDON—British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on May 24 he wouldn’t fire his chief aide for allegedly violating … -
Moroccans Trapped in Spain for 2 Months Head Home at Last
RABAT, Morocco—It’s a reverse migrant crisis: Moroccan workers trapped in Spain are begging their own government to let … -
Forget the Australian Bullet Train Dream: Think Tank
A Melbourne-based think tank has been the latest organisation to contribute to Australia’s long-running high-speed rail debate, publishing … -
Australia’s Deakin University Could Fire Hundreds to Tackle COVID-19
About 300 jobs at Deakin University are at risk after it failed to reach agreement with the union … -
Victorian State Pumps $1.2 Billion Into Melbourne Projects
The push to crank up the Victorian economy will include shovel-ready projects worth more than $1.2 billion being … -
Wildlife Recovering on Kangaroo Island
Animals on Kangaroo Island have begun gathering their own food for the first time since the summer’s devastating …
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Kuehne+Nagel CEO Sees About 20,000 Job Cuts, Many Likely in the US
Freight-forwarder Kuehne+Nagel may cut more than 20,000 jobs, with warehouse workers most affected, as the CCP virus-caused economic crisis. -
Net-Zero Plans to Decarbonize Economy ‘Madness’, Claims Engineering Expert
A British engineering expert, Prof. Michael Kelly, says he believes that Green New Deal-style plans to decarbonize economies … -
Fiona Kotvojs Wins NSW Liberal Eden-Monaro Preselection
Fiona Kotvojs has decisively won a vote of Liberal Party members in the contest to become the party’s … -
Australia Post Asks for COVID-19 Experience Letters
Australians are being invited to record their COVID-19 experiences for future generations in a new campaign by the … -
Communist China Tells State-Owned Power Plants to Avoid Australian Coal
There is government concern that Australian coal exporters could face another threat from the Chinese communist regime in … -
Australia ‘Deeply Concerned’ at Hong Kong Laws: Marise Payne
Australia has joined the UK and Canada in expressing “deep concern” over China’s proposed Hong Kong security laws, … -
Fears Swell as Beijing Signals It Could Send Security Agencies to Hong Kong
The Chinese regime’s intelligence agencies could officially operate in Hong Kong under a planned new law that critics …
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Canada’s Peacekeeping Hits Lowest Level Since at Least 1956
OTTAWA—Canada’s contribution to peacekeeping has reached what is believed to be an all-time low, even as the Liberal government makes its final push to secure a coveted seat on the … -
Amazon to Hire 50,000 Temp Workers in India as Lockdown Boosts Demand
BENGALURU—Amazon.com Inc’s India unit said it would hire 50,000 temporary workers to meet a surge in online shopping … -
Pakistani International Airlines Flight Crashes Near Karachi, 107 on Board
A passenger plane belonging to state-run airline Pakistani International Airlines has crashed near the southern port city of … -
Sen. Ted Cruz Condemns Chinese Regime Amid Concerns for Hong Kong’s Autonomy
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) on Thursday condemned the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) following its announcement of plans to … -
Queensland Borders Will Remain Closed Despite Pressure From Federal Representatives
Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton and Senator Pauline Hanson have placed pressure on their home state’s premier to … -
Protests to Continue in Hong Kong After Details of CCP’s National Security Law Emerge
Beijing has made it clear that it is aiming to bypass Hong Kong’s legislature to impose a new … -
Deadly Cyclone Cuts Destructive Path in India, Bangladesh
NEW DELHI—Wide swaths of coastal India and Bangladesh were flooded and millions were without power on May 21 … -
US Envoy Working to Resuscitate Flagging Afghan Peace Deal
KABUL, Afghanistan—The first visit to Kabul by Washington’s peace envoy since Afghanistan’s squabbling political leadership reached a power-sharing … -
New Laws Give Class Action Claimants a Better Chance at Higher Compensation
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has tightened the screws on third-party litigation funders, introducing new laws to increase regulation and … -
Australian Geographic Returns to Stores
Iconic homegrown brand Australian Geographic is coming back to major shopping centers this August. The company will launch … -
Australian Treasury Revises JobKeeper Cost to $70 Billion Instead of $130 Billion
The federal government’s JobKeeper wage subsidy program is now expected to cost $70 billion instead of $130 billion. … -
As Hunger Spreads Under Lockdown, Guatemalans and Salvadorans Raise White Flag
GUATEMALA CITY/SAN SALVADOR—Strict coronavirus lockdowns in Guatemala and El Salvador have so battered local economies that hundreds of … -
China Abandons GDP Target for First Time as Virus Overshadows Parliament
BEIJING—China has decided not to set an economic growth target for 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic and … -
Over 1.6 Million Australians Use Beijing-Backed TikTok App
Over 1.6 million Australians, including celebrities, athletes, and artists—but mostly teenagers—populate social media feeds daily with TikTok videos, … -
167 Target Stores Earmarked for Potential Closure in Major Restructure
Target’s long running struggles in the retail sector have come to a head, with the announcement of potentially … -
Museums, Galleries, Libraries Reopen in Australia
As Australia begins to come out of lockdown and conversations shift from ‘Stay Home’ to ‘Stay Safe’ there … -
Senators Unveil Bill to Sanction Chinese Officials Who Violate Hong Kong Autonomy
Two U.S. senators are planning to introduce a bipartisan bill that would sanction Chinese officials for undercutting Hong …
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More Funding Expected for Off-Reserve Indigenous People
OTTAWA—The federal government is to provide more financial support to help off-reserve Indigenous People weather the COVID-19 pandemic. The additional funding expected today comes amid criticism that the Trudeau government has largely … -
Two New NSW COVID-19 Cases From 9700 Tests
NSW has recorded two new COVID-19 cases from more than 9700 tests with one of the cases a … -
Border Push as Northern Territory Declared COVID-19 Free
There are no active cases of COVID-19 in the Northern Territory after the remaining patient was cleared of … -
Trump Considering Hosting G-7 Summit in the US
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he’s considering holding a meeting in the U.S. with the leaders of … -
Australian Economic Recovery Relies on Virus Cures: Reserve Bank Governor Philip Lowe
The speed of Australia’s economic recovery is depending on the scientists worldwide racing to find a COVID-19 vaccine. … -
US Stands With Australia After Threats of Economic Retaliation From Beijing
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has denounced the Chinese regime’s hostility towards Australia and said the world … -
Grants Empower Aussie Small and Medium Enterprises to Diversify and Expand Global Exports
Hundreds of Australian small and medium-sized exporters (SME) are set to receive a much-needed boost from the federal … -
Peter Dutton Joins Chorus of Aussie MPs Questioning Victoria’s ‘Belt and Road’ Commitment
Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton is the latest federal member of Parliament to criticise the Victorian state government … -
Australia Close to Virus-Related Unemployment Peak
Treasury boss Steven Kennedy believes Australia may have reached its unemployment peak stemming from COVID-19 restrictions. While the … -
‘We Do Have Other Buyers For Our Grain’: Aussie Barley Farmers in Response to China Tariffs
Australian barley farmers are seeking to develop trade relationships with other countries as the Chinese regime levies heavy … -
US Arrests Former Green Beret, Son, Wanted by Japan Over Ex-Nissan Boss Carlos Ghosn’s Escape
BOSTON/WASHINGTON—U.S. authorities on Wednesday arrested a former U.S. Army Special Forces soldier and another man in Massachusetts wanted … -
Fears Mount Over 2nd Outbreak Amid Inconsistencies in Chinese Data
Millions of Chinese citizens could be forced back under lockdown, as discrepancies in data reporting and surging COVID-19 … -
Magnitude 6.2 Earthquake Strikes Central Mediterranean Sea
An earthquake of magnitude 6.2 struck in the central Mediterranean Sea region early on Thursday, according to the … -
Doctor Concerned About Canadian Human Trials of Virus Vaccine Developed in Partnership With Chinese Military
A medical doctor is expressing concern about Canadians receiving an experimental COVID-19 vaccine developed with the help of … -
Britain’s Rolls-Royce to Axe 9,000 Jobs in Air Travel Slump
LONDON—Rolls-Royce plans to cut at least 9,000 jobs, or more than a sixth of its workforce, in the … -
Senate Committee Issues First Subpoena in Biden-Burisma Investigation
The Senate Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee approved on Wednesday its first subpoena as part of an …
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Boost for Tasmanian Businesses as Cases Steady
Small businesses will get more of a boost in Tasmania as the government tries to stop any more from going under while COVID-19 cases start to flatten. More Tasmanian small … -
Strongest Cyclone in Over a Decade Slams Into India, Bangladesh
A powerful cyclone barrelled into eastern India on Wednesday with heavy rain, wind, and waves as millions of … -
Blue Mountains ‘Bedlam’ as Visitors Return
The Blue Mountains mayor has called for NSW government help as visitors return to the area, calling it …
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Australia Won’t Play China’s ‘Tit for Tat’ Trade Games
Australia’s federal trade minister said the government will not engage in an economic war despite the Chinese Communist … -
Australia’s Hospitality, Entertainment and Arts Sectors Might Not Return to Pre-Pandemic State Until 2026
Australia’s hospitality and arts sectors might not return to their pre-coronavirus state until 2026, economists have predicted. Deloitte … -
Minister Envisions ‘Australian-Made’ Future as Businesses Reassess China Risk
Industry minister Karen Andrews is hoping to galvanize Australia’s manufacturing sector as businesses grapple with the aftermath of … -
Virus Charges Beyond Latin American Hot Spots
QUITO, Ecuador—Beyond the hot spots of Brazil and Mexico, the coronavirus is threatening to overwhelm Latin American cities … -
India, Bangladesh Brace for Powerful Cyclone
NEW DELHI—A powerful cyclone was moving toward India and Bangladesh on May 19 as authorities sought to evacuate … -
UK Jobless Claims Surge by Record Amount as Pandemic Hits
LONDON—Unemployment claims in Britain jumped by a record amount in April to their highest level since the 1990s, … -
Colombia’s CCP Virus Quarantine Extended Through End of May
BOGOTA—Colombia’s mandatory quarantine has been extended by a further week until May 31, President Ivan Duque said on … -
Beaches, Nightclubs? Europe Mulls How to Get Tourists Back
AYIA NAPA, Cyprus—The Mediterranean resort town of Ayia Napa is known for its boisterous parties. Each summer, thousands … -
Undocumented Workers Face COVID-19 Risk
Undocumented migrant workers face a major risk of COVID-19 infection and could produce disease clusters, union-commissioned research warns. … -
Pandemic Related Job Losses Slows Down
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) on May 18 released figures that indicate the rate of job losses slowed down … -
Regional NSW Travel to Recommence June 1
NSW residents will be able to head to the state’s regions for holidays in less than a fortnight … -
New Auditor General Says Office Narrowing Focus On Federal COVID-19 Programs
OTTAWA—The auditor general’s office is narrowing its focus for a review of billions in federal spending meant to …
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US to Send Russia 200 Ventilators as Russian CCP Virus Cases Near 300,000
The United States said on Tuesday it would this week start delivering 200 medical ventilators to Russia. -
Taiwan said it was “disappointed and angry” that the WHO has not allowed it to participate in the …
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India, Bangladesh Prepares to Evacuate Over 2 Million People Ahead of Super Cyclone Amphan
A cyclone equivalent to the strength of a strong Category 4 Atlantic hurricane is heading toward the India-Bangladesh … -
NRL Send TV Deals to Broadcasters
The National Rugby League (NRL) has sent a broadcast deal to both Nine and Fox Sports worth close … -
Italy Opens Churches as Virus Rules Dictate How to Eat, Pray
VATICAN CITY—Italy and the Vatican allowed the first public Masses to be celebrated since March on May 18 … -
Demolition of Albanian National Theatre Sparks Angry Protests
TIRANA—Albanian authorities began demolishing the national theatre building early on May 17 after dragging away two dozen actors … -
Libyan Forces Aligned With Tripoli Government Capture Key Air Base
CAIRO—Forces aligned with Libya’s internationally recognized government took control of an airbase southwest of Tripoli on May 18 … -
Fast In, First Out: Denmark Leads Lockdown Exit
COPENHAGEN, Denmark—Four weeks after Denmark began easing its lockdown, Danes on May 18 returned to cafes and restaurants, … -
‘We Need People Moving Across This Country Again’: Australia’s Trade Minister
Trade Minister Simon Birmingham has urged states and territories to reopen borders for domestic travel in an effort … -
Aussie Farmers Say China’s Tariffs ‘Politically Motivated’
The National Farmers Federation is frustrated and deeply concerned after China’s minister of commerce followed through on threats, … -
Anti-CCP Student Activist Now Subject to Contempt of Court Proceedings
University of Queensland (UQ) student and UQ Senator Drew Pavlou has said that the university is threatening to … -
Trump Warns WHO of Permanent Funding Cut Unless Action Taken to Show Independence From China
President Donald Trump on Monday issued the United Nation’s World Health Organization (WHO) an official warning that the … -
ASX Charges More Than 2% in Early Trade
The Australian share market has sustained gains of more than 2.0 percent in morning trade, taking the lead … -
Chinese State-Owned Companies Own More Australian Water than Sydney Harbour Holds
Concerns about China’s investments in Australia’s water interests have been re-sparked by recent ABC coverage, highlighting inadequate government … -
A Chinese lithium miner has completed its purchase of a stake in Perth-based rare earth miner AVZ Minerals, …
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Canadian Aerobatic Jet Crashes Amid Pandemic Show in British Columbia; 1 Dead
KAMLOOPS, British Columbia—A Canadian aerobatic jet crashed into a British Columbia neighborhood during a flyover intended to boost morale during the pandemic, killing one crew member, seriously injuring another and … -
Northern Territory Enjoys Return to New, Not Old, Normal
The Northern Territory has significantly lifted COVID-19 restrictions but there are no plans to open borders with the … -
One Dead, One Injured After Canadian Forces Snowbirds Plane Crash in Kamloops, B.C.
KAMLOOPS, B.C.—One member of the Canadian Armed Forces has died and another is injured after a Snowbird plane crashed in … -
NSW COVID-19 Related Deaths Hit 48, Road Chaos Feared
A man in his 60s with underlying health conditions has died in NSW after contracting COVID-19, taking the … -
Over 100 Nations Push for Independent Probe into WHO and CCP Virus Origin
India has joined a 62-nation coalition led by Australia and the European Union calling for an independent inquiry into … -
Unhealthy Habits Increased in April Due to CCP Virus Pandemic
A survey by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has revealed that many aspects of Australians’ lifestyles changed for … -
China’s Commerce Leader Admits Wet Markets Not ‘Up to Standard’
The Chinese leader in charge of commerce, Zhong Shan, has conceded that wet markets in China may not … -
US Sends Oil to Belarus, Seeking to Reduce Energy Dependence on Russia
The United States dispatched the first shipment of U.S. crude oil to Belarus last week, according to the State … -
Aussies Reunite After Coming Out of Lockdown, Active Virus Cases Low
All Australian states and territories have begun to lift pandemic restrictions, allowing businesses to begin operating as close … -
Hong Kong Lawmakers Clash as Pro-Beijing Camp Bypasses Process to Elect Chair After 6 Month Deadlock
Clashes broke out in Hong Kong’s legislature Monday for a second time this month as a pro-establishment lawmaker … -
Prime Minister Scott Morrison Says Workplace Reforms Needed for Swift Economic Recovery
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has signalled that workplace conditions need to change for the Australian economy to recover … -
South Australia Passes 80,000 Tests With No New Cases
South Australia continues its virus-free run as the state government bolsters its COVID-19 testing regime after surpassing 80,000 … -
Australian Labour Market Starting to Recover: ABS Survey
The number of Australians with a job has steadily increased over the month to early May, a survey … -
The CCP Virus’s Domino Effect on McDonald’s
Fast food restaurant McDonald’s has been forced to shut 12 outlets across Melbourne after a delivery driver tested … -
Victoria Eyes Quick Builds to Boost Economy
Hundreds of construction projects will be kicked off in Victoria over the coming six months, as the state … -
Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s Approval Rating Record High Due to Virus Response
Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s management of the CCP virus outbreak response has kept his personal approval rating near …
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Rugby League Great Arthur Summons Dies at 84
Arthur James Summons will forever be remembered as a gladiator, but it was his ability to sidestep his bigger opponents that made him a great in rugby league. Summons, who … -
China’s Ambassador to Israel Found Dead in Tel Aviv Home, Heart Failure Suspected
JERUSALEM—An Israeli police spokesman has said that China’s ambassador to Israel was found dead in his Tel Aviv home on … -
Man Dead in Light Plane Crash in Australia
A solo pilot has died after crashing his home-built amphibious light plane into a backyard in Australia’s NSW … -
Pubs and Restaurants in Australia’s Victoria to Reopen in June
Restaurants, cafes, and pubs will be allowed to open their doors to patrons again in Victoria from the … -
Australian Recovery to Create Jobs and Become More Self Sufficient
A key member of the Morrison government’s co-ordination team through the COVID-19 crisis believes the economic recovery in … -
Mexico Registers 47,144 Cases of Coronavirus and 5,045 Deaths
MEXICO CITY—Mexico registered 47,144 cases of coronavirus on Saturday, with the country’s death toll rising to 5,045, health … -
Beijing Exploits Identity Politics to Deflect Pandemic Blame, Expert Says
The Chinese regime has leveraged identity politics in the West to deflect attention away from its role in … -
Queensland Probe Into COVID-19 Infected Nurse
An investigation has been launched after a sick nurse returned to work at a Queensland aged care home … -
Italy PM Says Taking Calculated Risk in Rolling Back Lockdown
MILAN—Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte said on Saturday Italy was taking a calculated risk in rolling back lockdown … -
Over 100 EU Lawmakers Urge EU Governments to Reinstate Taiwan’s Participation in WHO
A group of 112 Members of the European Parliament and one national parliament submitted an urgent open letter … -
British Police Arrest 19 at London Protest Against Social Distancing
LONDON—London police arrested 19 people on May 16 for deliberately breaking social distancing guidelines in protest against the … -
Amazon Planning to Reopen Its French Warehouses From May 19
PARIS—Amazon said on Friday it is aiming to gradually reopen its French warehouses from May 19 as the … -
CBC Falls Into Communist China’s Trap in Portraying Epoch Times as ‘Racist’ for Virus Coverage
In CBC’s recent reports accusing an Epoch Times special edition of racism for reporting on communist China’s coverup … -
Sweden Rejects Forcing Citizens to Wear Face Masks Amid Outbreak
Even as the European Union executive announced last Wednesday new guidelines recommending the use of face masks in … -
Italy to Allow Travel Abroad From June 3
ROME—Italy’s government on May 16 approved a decree which will allow travel to and from abroad from June … -
Spain Plans Last Extension of Emergency Decree as COVID-19 Deaths Slow
Spain’s government will seek to extend its CCP virus state of emergency for the last time until late … -
How Provinces Plan to Emerge From COVID-19 Shutdown
Provinces have been releasing plans for easing restrictions that were put in place to limit the spread of … -
Trump: US Considering Giving WHO No More Than China Does
The United States could restore some funding to the World Health Organization under a plan that would cap …
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Queenslanders Frolic as Restrictions Ease
Queensland health officials have breathed a sigh of relief after initial COVID-19 testing at an aged care home, where an infected nurse was working, came back negative. The good news … -
Flags Raised on US Capitol in Honor of World Falun Dafa Day
A congressional lawmaker flew two American flags over the U.S. Capitol on May 13 in celebration of the … -
Australian Bosses Can’t Find Enough Truckies, Nurses
While COVID-19 sends unemployment rates soaring, some employers – notably of nurses and truck drivers – are struggling … -
Victoria Virus Cases up 11, Caution Urged
Victoria has recorded 11 new COVID-19 cases, while the number of cases connected to a west Melbourne abattoir … -
NSW Drinkers Enjoy Taste of Normality
Bartenders have relished the “phenomenal” feeling of pouring a beer into a glass pint and diners have embraced … -
Barbaro Charged Over Melbourne Mum’s Murder
Former fugitive Ricardo Barbaro has been charged with murder over the death of a Melbourne mother. The 33-year-old … -
Canada Beware the Steely Claws of the Chinese Regime
The Calgary Zoo is sending Panda bears Er Shun and Da Mao, originally slated to remain through 2024, … -
5 Countries Certified as Not Fully Cooperating with US Counterterrorism Efforts
U.S. State Department certified that Iran, North Korea, Syria, Venezuela, and Cuba were not cooperating fully with U.S. … -
Freeland Won’t Say If US Wants Border Agreement Extended Beyond June 21
WASHINGTON—Canada and the United States are both ”very comfortable“ with their mutual ban on non-essential cross-border travel, but … -
Ottawa Ready to Help Co-Ordinate Provincial Testing, Contact Tracing: Trudeau
OTTAWA—Provinces looking to reopen their economies will need to scale up and co-ordinate testing and contact-tracing to contain … -
Hong Kong Leader Rejects Protesters’ Call for Independent Police Probe
HONG KONG—The Beijing-backed leader of Hong Kong on May 15 ruled out an independent inquiry into allegations of … -
First Hong Kong Protester to Admit to ‘Rioting’ Gets 4 Years’ Jail
A 21-year-old Hong Kong lifeguard, the first anti-government protester to plead guilty to the charge of rioting was … -
Parliament Must Resume to Guide Recovery, Conservative Leader Scheer Says
OTTAWA—Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer is renewing his call for Parliament to find a new normal that looks more … -
Canadians Now Forming Queues for Non-Essential Items as Provinces Reopen Economies
Long lines of people waiting to get into big-box and grocery stores were an early phenomenon of the … -
Mixed Results and Sentiments as Alberta Reopens Economy
Alberta’s relaunch of its COVID-compromised economy Thursday was busy in some spots, slow in others, and overshadowed by … -
Domestic Travel Could Resume by School Holidays in July: Australian PM
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has said that domestic travel may return in time for the school holidays … -
Australian PM Announces an Extra $48 Million for Mental Health Response Plan Amid Pandemic
The Australian government announced on Friday an additional $48 million to support it’s mental health and wellbeing response … -
Swearing-In of New Israeli Government Delayed by Infighting
JERUSALEM—Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his rival-turned-partner, Benny Gantz, on May 14 postponed the swearing-in of their controversial … -
Australia’s Labour Force in Australia Needs Quick Restart to Avoid Long Term Damage
News Analysis The Australian Bureau of Statistics’ (ABS) release of the Labour Force Survey on Thursday broke many … -
China’s Australian Barley Tariff Has ‘No Basis’: Graincorp CEO
The CEO of one of Australia’s largest grain exporters, Graincorp, has said that China’s proposed tariffs on barley … -
Former Australian PM Julia Gillard Supports CCP Virus Inquiry
Former Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has voiced her support for an inquiry into the origins and handling …
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Mixed Results and Sentiments as Alberta Reopens Economy
Alberta’s relaunch of its COVID-compromised economy Thursday was busy in some spots, slow in others, and overshadowed by different rules for different communities. Retailers, barber shops, hair salons, daycares, and … -
Domestic Travel Could Resume by School Holidays in July: Australian PM
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has said that domestic travel may return in time for the school holidays … -
Australian PM Announces an Extra $48 Million for Mental Health Response Plan Amid Pandemic
The Australian government announced on Friday an additional $48 million to support it’s mental health and wellbeing response … -
Swearing-In of New Israeli Government Delayed by Infighting
JERUSALEM—Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his rival-turned-partner, Benny Gantz, on May 14 postponed the swearing-in of their controversial … -
Australia’s Labour Force in Australia Needs Quick Restart to Avoid Long Term Damage
News Analysis The Australian Bureau of Statistics’ (ABS) release of the Labour Force Survey on Thursday broke many …
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China’s Australian Barley Tariff Has ‘No Basis’: Graincorp CEO
The CEO of one of Australia’s largest grain exporters, Graincorp, has said that China’s proposed tariffs on barley … -
Former Australian PM Julia Gillard Supports CCP Virus Inquiry
Former Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has voiced her support for an inquiry into the origins and handling … -
Australia Could Be Human Rights Leader: Amal Clooney
Australia could be a global leader of human rights by introducing laws banning international criminals from entering the … -
Australia Must Keep ‘Eyes Wide Open’ on China’s Antarctic Claim
A Canberra-based defence think tank is warning the federal government to take a more proactive approach to engaging … -
The Rex Factor in Australia’s National Airline Market
In a market-disrupting move, regional carrier Regional Express Airlines (Rex) has announced that it is considering the feasibility … -
Australian Taiwanese Community Call for Support for WHO Membership with ‘Taiwan Can Help’ Skywriting
The message “Taiwan Can Help” will appear in the skies above Canberra at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May … -
US Officials Celebrate Resilience of Spiritual Group Persecuted in China
Officials worldwide sent letters in support of the spiritual practice Falun Gong and commended its adherents for weathering … -
Overseas Travel Expected to Return to Normal by 2023, Expert Says
International travel is expected to return to pre-pandemic levels by 2023 with domestic travel leading the recovery, the … -
Australia’s Oldest Workers Union Leads a Call to Stand Up to Chinese Regime
One of Australia’s oldest and largest workers unions has launched a national campaign to support the Morrison government …
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Ontario Stage One Reopening Includes Stores, Surgeries, Tennis, Dog Grooming
TORONTO—Ontarians will be able to go shopping, play golf or tennis, and get their dogs groomed—but not visit … -
Taiwan’s successful handling of the COVID-19 outbreak and the relatively low number of deaths that resulted should serve …
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Governments and First Nations to Sign Agreement Reached During Pipeline Protests
SMITHERS, B.C.—Wet’suwet’en hereditary chiefs and representatives of the federal and provincial governments are expected to sign an agreement today that politicians say will rebuild relationships after anti-pipeline protests and blockades … -
Strong Typhoon Slams Into Pandemic-Hit Philippines
MANILA, Philippines—A strong typhoon slammed into the eastern Philippines on May 14 after authorities evacuated tens of thousands … -
Manufacturing Call to Arms as Victorian Jobs Go
Victoria’s opposition has appealed to the government to invest $1 billion in manufacturing, amid the loss of 127,100 … -
Majority of Australians Think Less Favourably Towards China’s Communist Regime: Lowy Poll
Nearly 70 percent of Australians questioned in a new poll say they view China’s ruling communist regime less … -
Federal Ministers Criticise Queensland’s Bid for Virgin Australia
Following the Queensland government’s cabinet reshuffle, newly minted treasurer Cameron Dick tabled a bid to buy a stake … -
Australian Ex-Seven Network Executive Jailed Over $8 Million Fraud
A former Sydney media executive who created false invoices for over a decade to siphon more than $8 … -
‘This Virus May Never Go Away,’ WHO Says
GENEVA—The virus that causes COVID-19 could become endemic like HIV, the World Health Organization said on Wednesday, warning … -
Second NSW School Closes After Teacher Tests Positive for COVID-19
The New South Wales (NSW) Department of Education has closed another primary school after a teacher returned a … -
Federal MP Pushes for “China Inquiry” on Australian Trade Relations
Queensland-based member of Parliament, George Christensen, has allegedly bypassed colleagues to send a letter to the Canberra-based Chinese … -
Australia’s Unemployment Rate Jumped in April but Lower Than Expected
Australia’s unemployment rate jumped to a seasonally-adjusted 6.2 percent in April following COVID-19-related lockdowns but the spike was … -
Opioid Abuse Costs Australia $16 Billion a Year
The misuse of opioids, including prescription drugs and heroin, is costing Australia almost $16 billion and thousands of … -
Australian Senate Debate New ‘COVIDSafe’ App Privacy Laws
Attorney-General Christian Porter introduced strong new privacy legislation that will protect the data of Australians who are using … -
New Deputy Chief Medical Officer to Lead Pandemic Mental Health Response
Federal health minister Greg Hunt announced on May 13 the appointment of the first-ever deputy chief medical officer … -
NSW Pubs and Clubs to Open for Dining
Residents will soon be able to dine at their favourite pubs and clubs although bars and gaming facilities … -
Searching for Inner Peace: Meditation Brings Solace Amid Pandemic
Sometimes it takes a pandemic to find the most important thing in one’s life. When the District of … -
Kenney Slams China’s Handling of COVID-19, Urges North American ‘Onshoring’
WASHINGTON—Alberta Premier Jason Kenney added his voice to the anti-China chorus Wednesday, savaging the communist republic’s handling of … -
China in Africa: Embedded and Growing
The spread and depth of China’s engagement in commerce, education, media, the military, security, and telecommunications in the … -
Fewer Birds Going to Market, but Poultry Industry Holding Its Own Amid Pandemic
The impact of pandemic restrictions on the restaurant industry that reduced demand for poultry by 40 percent is … -
Non Medical Masks Can Help When Physical Distancing Not Possible, Says Tam
OTTAWA—Canada’s chief public health doctor says Canadians in communities where COVID-19 is still spreading should consider wearing non-medical …
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WorkSafe Investigates Cedar Meats Cluster
WorkSafe has launched an investigation into a COVID-19 outbreak at Cedar Meats in Melbourne’s west after three more cases raised the total linked to it to 88. WorkSafe has launched … -
World’s Largest Shipping Company Expects 25 Percent Drop in Container Demand
The world’s biggest shipping company, Denmark’s A.P. Moller-Maersk, said Wednesday that it expects its transport volumes to drop … -
Militants Storm Maternity Clinic in Afghan Capital, Kill 16
KABUL, Afghanistan—Militants stormed a maternity hospital in the western part of Kabul on May 12, setting off an … -
Spain Orders 2–Week Quarantine for Incoming Travelers From Friday
MADRID—Spain ordered a two-week quarantine on all travelers arriving from abroad from May 15 in a bid to … -
South Australian Schools Hit 90 Percent Attendance
For the first time in term two, more than 90 percent of South Australian students have embraced face-to-face … -
UK Tests Use of Drone to Deliver Supplies to Hospitals
STUBBINGTON, England—Britain is testing the use of a car-sized drone to deliver medical supplies more quickly to hospitals … -
Australian Senator Calls for Plan to ‘Decouple From China’ as Trade Issue Escalates
In a week of escalating trade tensions with China, Senator Concetta Fierravanti-Wells has called for Australia to establish … -
Putin’s Spokesman Becomes 5th Senior Russian Official to Get the CCP Virus
MOSCOW—Russian President Vladimir Putin’s spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on May 12 he had tested positive for the CCP … -
LG Plant in India Lacked Environmental Clearance Before Leak
NEW DELHI—A plastics factory in India where a chemical gas leak killed 12 people and sickened hundreds more … -
More Than Half of Shops Trading, Australian GPT Says
Property developer GPT said more than half the shops at its shopping centres are trading this week, an … -
Australian Treasurer Outlines ‘Sobering’ Economic Impact of CCP Virus
Australian Treasurer Josh Frydenberg gave a “sobering” account of the economic damage the nation has sustained from the …
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Archaic Records Submitted by Fax Hold Up COVID-19 Reporting
OTTAWA—The old-fashioned way Canada records deaths means the country could be missing out on data important to addressing the COVID-19 crisis. The confirmed number of COVID-19 deaths—about 4,900 across Canada as … -
Chinese Rocket ‘Size of a Large Van’ Falls Uncontrollably Back to Earth
The body of a Chinese rocket launched earlier this month reentered Earth’s atmosphere on May 11, making it … -
African Nations Seek Their Own Solutions in Virus Crisis
DAKAR, Senegal—A loud hiss and grunt come from a green bag pressing air through a tube, as Senegalese … -
Lesotho PM Thabane’s Coalition Folds, He Leaves on May 22
MASERU—Lesotho Prime Minister Thomas Thabane’s coalition fell apart in parliament on May 11, spelling the end of his … -
Australian Golfers Rush to Book Rounds Minutes After Getting Green Light
Premier Daniel Andrews announced on the morning of May 11 that Victorians will be able to visit mates, fish, … -
Barley Tariff an Example of China’s ‘Lawfare’ Tactics of Economic Coercion
Defence expert Michael Shoebridge has called China’s proposed tariff on Australian barley “economic coercion through lawfare,” continuing the … -
Australian Universities Are Not Registering Confucius Institutes With Government Watchdog
Thirteen Australian universities with Confucius Institutes tied to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) are under increasing pressure to … -
Beijing’s Meat Ban Might Mean Trade War With Australia
China has suspended imports from four Australian abattoirs in an escalation of trade tensions between the two nations. … -
Brazil Launches Military Operations to Protect Amazon Rainforest in Dry Season
BRASILIA—Brazil deployed thousands of soldiers to protect the Amazon rainforest on Monday, taking precautions to avoid spreading the … -
Alan Jones Retires From Radio on Doctor’s Orders
Popular conservative radio host Alan Jones has announced his retirement from his market-leading breakfast program. The announcement was made at … -
New Gun Ban Won’t Make Canadians Safer
Commentary In the wake of multiple killings in Nova Scotia recently, the federal government announced an immediate ban … -
Hong Kong saw the largest mass arrest in months as authorities sought to thwart pro-democracy protests planned for …
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Ottawa’s Spinal Atrophy When It Comes to the Beijing Regime
Commentary There’s this mysterious new disease out of China with strange symptoms that poses serious risks. No, I … -
Incoming Bank of Canada Governor Saw ‘Stop-Start’ Recovery After Lockdown
TORONTO/OTTAWA—Newly appointed Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem projected a halting economic recovery during an exclusive interview conducted … -
Iran Locks Down Southwest County After Spike in CCP Virus Cases
A county in southwestern Iran has been placed under lockdown to prevent the spread of the CCP virus, … -
Italians Report COVID-19 Recovery Can Take Months
Recovery from the CCP virus can take months, Italian COVID-19 patients and doctors have said as the country … -
Scheer Backs Liberal Taiwan Push at WHO as Move Long Advocated by Conservatives
OTTAWA—Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer backed the Liberal government’s efforts to include Taiwan in the World Health Organization discussions … -
MOSCOW—Russian investigators said on May 11 they had detained the owner of a private hospice outside Moscow after …
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Heaviest-Hit Province Quebec First in Canada to Re-Open
MONTREAL—Some Quebec children will be back in class today for the first time since March as the province reopens elementary schools and day cares outside the Montreal area. While the province is the first in … -
Australian Independent Schools Could Close After Funding Changes
Independent school associations around Australia have warned the federal government that private schools may close if the government … -
$150 Million Grants Available to Rescue Australian Animal Habitats
The Australian government will spend $150 million ($US95 million) to accelerate wildlife recovery after the bushfires devastated communities … -
Australian PM ‘Hopes’ China’s Barley Probe Isn’t Retaliation for Virus Investigation
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has refuted claims that China’s proposed barley levy is a response from the communist … -
Iran’s IRGC Accidentally Fires Missile Killing 19 During Naval Exercise, More Injured
An Iranian warship accidentally fired a missile at a neighboring Iranian vessel during a naval exercise in the … -
Government Should ‘Go Hard and Go Smart’ to Fight Australia’s Recession: Deloitte
Deloitte Access Economics predicts that the pandemic crisis will leave a staggering $370 billion deficit in the federal … -
South Korea Scrambles to Contain Seoul Nightclub Coronavirus Outbreak
SEOUL—South Korean officials scrambled on Monday to contain a new COVID-19 outbreak, searching for thousands of people who … -
Victoria State Premier Announces Lockdown Changes
WHAT HAS CHANGED IN VICTORIA’S REVISED LOCKDOWN RULES? * Changes take effect from midnight on May 12 and … -
Optimism Grows on ASX, All Sectors Up
Investors in the Australian share market can be happy with early trade after a gain of more than … -
Chinese Investment in Australia Continues to Decline, US Holds Top Spot
The latest Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) annual report recorded that Chinese investment into Australia has continued its downward … -
Russia, Belarus Mark Victory Day in Contrasting Events
MOSCOW—Russian President Vladimir Putin marked Victory Day, the anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War … -
Porsche Driver in Victoria Cop Deaths Wants Bail
A Porsche driver who allegedly filmed and taunted dying police after a Melbourne truck crash wants to be … -
MEXICO CITY—Two men were arrested for the strangling deaths of three sisters who worked in Mexico’s government hospital …
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Canadian Military Postpones, Curtails Numerous Overseas Missions Due to COVID-19
OTTAWA—The Canadian Armed Forces is postponing the deployment of a warship and surveillance aircraft to help enforce United …
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May 10: Latest on the Global Spread of the CCP Virus
Here are the latest updates on the global spread of the CCP (Chinese Communist Party) virus, commonly known as novel coronavirus. Europe British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will set out … -
Environmental Investigation Launched After Melbourne Creek Turns Bright Pink
Australian Environment authorities are continuing to investigate what turned a creek in Melbourne’s north to bright pink over … -
Australia Backs EU Motion For Independent CCP Virus Inquiry
Australia’s health minister Greg Hunt has confirmed the federal government’s support of a European Union motion for an … -
Australian Labor Party Wants to See JobSeeker Modelling
The Australian Labor Party (ALP) is calling on the Morrison government to release modeling of the economic impact …
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NSW Set to Relax CCP Virus Restrictions
Cafes and restaurants will be allowed to re-open for up to 10 patrons and five people will be … -
China’s WeChat Monitors Overseas Users to Bolster Censorship at Home, Report Says
International users of Chinese messaging app WeChat could be helping the platform tighten its censorship system for users … -
Avalanche Kills Skier in Northern Italy: Alpine Rescue
ROME—A skier was killed in an avalanche on the morning of May 9 in the Dolomites near the … -
No Easy Fix for Long-Term Care Home Problems Highlighted by COVID-19
OTTAWA—For years, those living and working in nursing and retirement homes across the country have struggled as overburdened … -
Stuck on Cruise Ships During Pandemic, Crews Beg to Go Home
MIAMI—Carolina Vásquez lost track of days and nights, unable to see the sunlight while stuck for two weeks … -
Pandemic Should Be Wake-Up for Ottawa Call to ‘Dangers’ of Chinese Regime: Expert
As more damning information comes to light regarding Beijing’s handling of the COVID-19 outbreak, calls are increasing for … -
North Korea Threatens to Retaliate, Criticizes South for ‘Reckless’ Drills
North Korea threatened Friday to retaliate against South Korea for “reckless” military drills near their disputed sea boundary, … -
US Lawmakers Urge Support for Taiwan at WHO, as US Criticizes China
WASHINGTON—The leaders of U.S. congressional foreign affairs committees wrote to nearly 60 countries on May 8 asking them … -
Canada Backs U.S.-Led Effort for Taiwan at WHO Over China’s Objections
OTTAWA—Canada has backed an American?led effort to allow Taiwan to be granted observer status at the World Health … -
Malthouse Defends Stance on China Football Matches After David Koch Calls Him ‘Dinosaur’
Port Adelaide Power football club chairman and television host David Koch has criticised legendary premiership-winning coach Mick Malthouse … -
South Australian Shopping Crowds Raise Concerns About Virus Complacency
Thousands of people have flocked to shopping malls and supermarkets across Adelaide, raising concerns of growing complacency over …
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South Australian Shopping Crowds Raise Concerns About Virus Complacency
Thousands of people have flocked to shopping malls and supermarkets across Adelaide, raising concerns of growing complacency over the COVID-19 pandemic. With Mother’s Day on May 10 and the lifting … -
Tasmania to Slowly Ease Virus Restrictions
Tasmania will tread a cautious path out of COVID-19 restrictions from next week, with strict border measures not … -
Western Australia’s Pilbara Bids to Be Major Refueling Hub
The Western Australian government will offer incentives for the international shipping industry to use the state’s Pilbara region … -
Victorian Probe Underway Into Laidley Photo Leak
Victoria’s corruption watchdog will oversee a police investigation into the leaking of photos of former AFL player and … -
Australian Tourism Sector Welcomes COVID-19 Roadmap
The head of Australia’s peak tourism body has cautiously welcomed the staged easing of COVID-19 restrictions, but says … -
Queensland’s Deputy Premier Stands Down Over Corruption Probe
Queensland’s Deputy Premier Jackie Trad has stood down from ministerial duties over a probe into the appointment of …
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Australian States Have Power on Relaxing Virus Rules
Australia’s COVID-19 road to recovery has been revealed with federal and state leaders deciding on a three-stage plan … -
Australian Business Chiefs Prepare for Virus Exit
Work has begun on a plan to not only reawaken Australian businesses following the COVID-19 slumber but accelerate … -
Australian Tax Office Scammers Blocked in Three-Month Trial
Scammers posing as the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) have had their calls blocked during a joint operation between … -
Trump Pays Tribute to Americans Who Fought in WWII on 75th Anniversary of V-E Day
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump laid a wreath at the World War II Memorial in …
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Nova Scotia Families Seek to Certify Class Action Against Mass Killer’s Estate
HALIFAX—Families of victims of a mass shooting are hoping to gain a small measure of justice by suing … -
Wage Subsidy Program to Be Extended as Steep Job Losses Continue, Trudeau Says
OTTAWA—Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the federal government’s emergency wage-subsidy program will be extended beyond its early-June endpoint. … -
Former Japan Diplomat Yukio Okamoto, Adviser to Premiers, Dies From CCP virus
TOKYO—Former Japanese diplomat Yukio Okamoto, a one-time adviser to prime ministers and expert on ties with the United … -
Volunteers Put Faces to Names of Americans in WWII Cemetery
OPIJNEN, Netherlands—Staff Sgt. Maurice Gosney was just a name carved on a white cross until a young Dutch … -
Ottawa Announces $4 Billion Deal with Provinces and Territories to Boost Essential Workers’ Wages
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced that the federal government has reached a $4 billion agreement with the … -
Shutdown of Tent Cities a Chance to Change Housing Policy, Advocates Say
VANCOUVER—T.J. Lovell had just 30 minutes to pack up his belongings from the tent city in Oppenheimer Park … -
More Evacuations Near Indian Factory After Fatal Gas Leak
HYDERABAD, India—Indian authorities evacuated more people from villages near a South Korean-owned chemical factory where a gas leak … -
Virtual Parliament Sittings Literally Causing Injuries for Interpreters
OTTAWA—Virtual sittings of the House of Commons and parliamentary committees are causing headaches for interpreters—literally. Coping with iffy … -
Beef and Pork Producers Facing Unprecedented Threat From COVID-19 Pandemic
Canadian livestock groups say producers are suffering since COVID-19 outbreaks have caused closures and slowdowns at meat-processing plants … -
Canada’s Unemployment Rate Shoots Up to 13%, Nearly 2 Million Jobs Lost in April
OTTAWA—The Canadian economy lost almost two million jobs in April, a record high, as the closure of non-essential services … -
Turning Schools Into Prisons Doesn’t Make Sense
Commentary Quebec will be the first province to reopen schools as part of easing pandemic lockdown restrictions. Elementary … -
MacKay Suggests Magnitsky Act Should Be Used Against Beijing for COVID-19
OTTAWA—Conservative leadership hopeful Peter MacKay is calling for use of the Magnitsky Act if specific individuals in China … -
Beaches Open in Barcelona as Spain Decides on Next Steps of Lockdown Exit
MADRID/BARCELONA—The Spanish government will decide on Friday in which regions bars, restaurants and places of worship will open … -
Oil Heads for Another Weekly Gain on Demand Hopes and Shut-Ins
LONDON—Oil prices rose on May 8 and were on course for a second consecutive week of gains as … -
Australian States Determine Pace of ‘Three-Step’ Recovery Plan
Australia is progressing confidently and cautiously towards unlocking the country by July, and within that timeline, states and …
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Australia’s Three-Step Plan to Become a ‘COVIDSafe’ Society
Australia will implement a three-step plan and a national framework to achieve a “COVIDSafe” economy and society by July …
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MacKay Suggests Magnitsky Act Should Be Used Against Beijing for COVID-19
OTTAWA—Conservative leadership hopeful Peter MacKay is calling for use of the Magnitsky Act if specific individuals in China can be identified as having suppressed information related to COVID-19 A full inquiry, … -
Beaches Open in Barcelona as Spain Decides on Next Steps of Lockdown Exit
MADRID/BARCELONA—The Spanish government will decide on Friday in which regions bars, restaurants and places of worship will open … -
Oil Heads for Another Weekly Gain on Demand Hopes and Shut-Ins
LONDON—Oil prices rose on May 8 and were on course for a second consecutive week of gains as … -
Australian States Determine Pace of ‘Three-Step’ Recovery Plan
Australia is progressing confidently and cautiously towards unlocking the country by July, and within that timeline, states and … -
Australia’s Three-Step Plan to Become a ‘COVIDSafe’ Society
Australia will implement a three-step plan and a national framework to achieve a “COVIDSafe” economy and society by July … -
Rifts in Many Nations Widen as Virus Lockdowns Ease
LONDON—Regional and political rifts are emerging in many countries over how fast to lift the lid on the … -
Australian Youth Seeking Mental Health Support Doubles Amid Pandemic
Unprecedented numbers of youth have turned to online mental health support services during the CCP virus pandemic, according … -
5.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Close to Tehran, Deaths Reported
DUBAI—Two people died and 22 were injured when they fled their homes in panic following an earthquake of … -
US Shows Bipartisan Support to Australian Ally in Response to Chinese Embassy Threats
In a show of bipartisan support, members of the United States Congress sent a letter on May 7 reaffirming … -
New Zealand Says It Backs Taiwan’s Role in WHO Due to Success With COVID-19
WELLINGTON—New Zealand on Friday weighed in on the debate around whether Taiwan should be allowed to join the … -
Australia Joins Exclusive ‘First Movers COVID’ Response Group
Prime Minister Scott Morrison joined an exclusive meeting with a small group of world leaders whose countries responded … -
AMP Shareholders Furious Over Exec Pay
AMP shareholders, denied dividends for 2019, have served a first `strike’ on the hefty pay packets of the … -
14 Migrant Workers Stranded by Coronavirus Crushed on Train Tracks in India
NEW DELHI—At least 14 Indian migrant workers stranded without work, sleeping on the train tracks due to the …
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Qantas Brings Home Australians From India
Two flights carrying hundreds of Australians repatriated from India arrived in the morning on Friday, May 5 as … -
Australian Health Workers Feel Positive About Pandemic Response
Health workers around Australia are feeling confident about the country’s chances to combat the CCP virus, according to …