Tag: Australia
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Inside Mitchell Starc’s Stranglehold on Ben Stokes
Masters of Pressure: Starc’s Tactical Duel with Stokes In Adelaide, a familiar chess match unfolded between two of cricket’s fiercest competitors. Mitchell Starc, Australia’s left-arm spearhead, and Ben Stokes, England’s swashbuckling all‑rounder, crafted a study in modern fast bowling and stubborn batting. The duel was less about raw speed and more about how to squeeze…
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Why Michele Bullock Cancelled the RBA Christmas Party: Costs, Perception, and prudence
Context: The decision behind the cancellation In a move that has drawn attention beyond the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) walls, Governor Michele Bullock did not attend or approve the annual Christmas party. She said the decision was driven by concerns about negative perceptions among ordinary Australians who are feeling the bite of rising costs.…
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Bondi Beach Attack: Muslim Community Warns Police and States It Has Sounded the Alarm for a Decade
Context: A Warning Trail and a Shock at Bondi The Bondi Beach attack has shocked Sydney and raised questions about how communities, security services, and civic leaders respond to emerging threats. In the aftermath, Sydney’s Muslim community has publicly stated that it has been raising alarms about a radical preacher linked to one of the…
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Wegovy Moves Closer to PBS Listing for Australians with Obesity and Heart Risk
What’s happening with Wegovy and the PBS The anti-obesity drug Wegovy, whose active ingredient is semaglutide, has taken a significant step toward being added to Australia’s Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). The move signals a potential change in how adults living with obesity and established cardiovascular disease could access a proven therapy at a reduced price,…
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Australia launches sweeping gun buyback as Bondi mourning continues
Australia unveils a sweeping gun buyback plan In a decisive move to strengthen public safety, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced a nationwide gun buyback scheme on February 19. The plan aims to remove firearms from circulation and curb the risk of violence, signaling a shift in Australia’s ongoing efforts to tighten gun control in the…
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Australia Gun Buyback: PM Albanese vows to remove guns as Bondi mourners gather
Australia launches sweeping gun buyback amid Bondi mourning In a decisive move toward stricter firearm controls, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced a nationwide buyback scheme designed to remove firearms from the streets. The plan, unveiled on February 19, comes as hundreds of Australians gathered near Bondi Beach to mourn victims of the recent shooting in…
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Stokes’ 83 and record stand with Archer revives England’s Ashes hopes
England’s fightback begins in Adelaide In a tense, high-stakes moment of the Ashes series, England found a spark in the most unlikely of partnerships. Ben Stokes, back in the thick of it after a lean period, contributed a defining innings of 83 and, alongside Jofra Archer, helped England manufacture a record-breaking recovery. The pair stitched…
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Australia launches sweeping gun buyback as Bondi victims are mourned
Australia rolls out sweeping gun buyback as nation mourns Bondi victims In a decisive move to curb gun violence, the Australian government announced on February 19 a nationwide buyback scheme aimed at getting guns off the streets. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the program would be expansive, practical, and supported by robust compensation, signaling a…
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Stokes 83 and Archer’s record partnership revives England in Ashes thriller
England Early Pressure Fizzles as Australia Take Control England faced a precarious start in the third Ashes Test in Adelaide as Australia cemented a first-innings advantage. The hosts built a solid foundation with a steady scorecard, and by the time England were asked to chase, the condition of the pitch and disciplined Australian bowling had…
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Seven Detained in Sydney on Suspected Plan for Violent Act, Police Say
Overview of the Detention Australian counterterrorism police detained seven men in Sydney on Thursday, signaling a major development in an ongoing security investigation. Authorities described the operation as the result of a planned violent act, underscoring the vigilance of law enforcement in protecting public safety. While early details remain limited, investigators indicated that the group…