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China's Foreign Minister is about to meet with 10 Pacific nations. The outcome could have big ramifications for Australia
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Visiting island paradises - China launches a new charm offensive in the Pacific.: China is trying to get the small states of Oceania on its side ...
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Kiribati runway project in focus as China's Wang Yi tours region: BEIJING/SYDNEY -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's 10-day tour of Pacific island nations ...
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China's Foreign Minister is about to meet with 10 Pacific nations. The outcome could have big ramifications for Australia
abc.net.au/news/2022-05-30/china-foreign-minister-meeting-ten-pacific-island-ministers/101109278
Visiting island paradises - China launches a new charm offensive in the Pacific.: China is trying to get the small states of Oceania on its side ...
tagesanzeiger.ch/china-startet-im-pazifik-eine-neue-charmeoffensive-320954604421
Kiribati runway project in focus as China's Wang Yi tours region: BEIJING/SYDNEY -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's 10-day tour of Pacific island nations ...
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China, Australia vie for influence, as Beijing touts vision for the Pacific: Dueling diplomacy as foreign ministers arrive in the region on the same day.
rfa.org/english/news/china/australia-pacific-05272022094159.html
Beijing half marathon winners stripped of medals after African trio let Chinese runner win
cnn.com/2024/04/19/china/china-beijing-half-marathon-winners-revoked-intl-hnk/
Quick Glance: Scandal at Beijing Half Marathon: 4 Runners Disqualified
- Following an unusual finish at the Beijing Half Marathon, the top finishers were disqualified as three runners from Africa seemingly made way for a Chinese competitor to win.
- The finish line incident caused a commotion, prompting questions about why the three other runners appeared to yield the victory to He.
- Subsequent to the investigation, all four runners were disqualified for the pacemakers deliberately slowing down in the final two kilometers of the race, aiding He's victory.
- Confirmation was provided by the organizers that although Xtep invited Mnangat, Keter, and Hailu as pacemakers, they were mistakenly registered as ordinary competitors.
Can men ever escape toxic masculinity? That’s what this book asks: Myfanwy Jones’ Cool Waters is a smooth read, thanks to its finely polished prose and a ...
theage.com.au/culture/books/can-men-ever-escape-toxic-masculinity-that-s-what-this-book-asks-20240415-p5fjwa.html
Defense Companies Are Luring Germany’s Struggling Autoworkers
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China Forces Apple to Delete WhatsApp, Threads, Signal From Chinese App Store: Apple removes a number of messaging apps from China's iOS App Store ...
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Apple says it was ordered it to remove WhatsApp and Threads from China App Store: China's Cyberspace Administration ordered Apple to pull Threads and WhatsApp ...
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Quick Glance: Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads in China
- Apple removes Meta-owned apps under Chinese government pressure.
- Apps delisted due to 'national security concerns'.
- Chinese users now unable to download Western social media apps.
- Apple faces declining iPhone sales in China despite branding efforts.
G-7 Warns China Against Aiding Russia in Its War Against Ukraine: Top diplomats from the Group of Seven countries leveled one of their strongest warnings yet ...
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Coles responds to customer’s filthy rant: Coles has apologised for “letting down” shoppers after an angry customer slammed the supermarket for making shoppers ...
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Singapore loses ‘world’s best airport’ title, Melbourne top in Australia: Twelve-time winner Changi has been edged out of top spot, while Melbourne has been ...
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Multiple people injured in second Sydney mass stabbing: It comes mere days after five women and one man were killed by knife attacker Joel Cauchi in the ...
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Quick Glance: Bishop's Premonition and Stabbing Incident
- A well-known Sydney bishop, stabbed during a sermon, had been warned of a potential attack on his life in recent weeks.
- The attack on Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel, allegedly by a 15-year-old, occurred at the Christ the Good Shepherd Church in Wakeley on Monday night following a sermon where the bishop mentioned that his death was imminent.
- The bishop clarified that his potential passing would not be an attempt to escape or avoid life, but rather a conscious desire to be with God.
- A 15-year-old boy was arrested after the attack on the bishop and three other men during a service at an Assyrian Orthodox church in Sydney's southwest. The bishop was taken to the hospital with multiple stab wounds and is currently in stable condition.
Online videos show Chinese runner being gifted win in Beijing half-marathon: The winner, He Jia, is a member of China’s marathon team and is a national marathon ...
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Quick Glance: Investigation Launched After Beijing Half Marathon Finish
- Following the finish of the Beijing Half Marathon, the results are now under scrutiny due to the peculiar behavior displayed by three runners from Kenya and Ethiopia.
- A Chinese runner overtook the others, as seen in a recorded livestream of the Beijing Half Marathon. The remaining three runners - Willy Mnangat and Robert Keter from Kenya, and Dejene Hailu from Ethiopia - followed closely behind, with He claiming the first place.
- The organizers of the half-marathon are currently examining the results after a video of the finish circulated online, prompting many to question the intention of the three African runners to slow down.
- The winner secured the first place with a time of 1 hour 3 minutes 44 seconds. Mnangat, Keter, and Hailu shared the second place, one second later.
ABC Radio Melbourne’s shows fail to recapture audiences: Listeners tuned out of the station’s breakfast show, hosted by Sammy J, and its mornings show ...
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Coral bleaching: Fourth global mass stress episode underway - US scientists: Ocean heat records have been breaking for months. This is the first global evidence ...
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Quick Glance: Global Coral Bleaching Event After Extreme Heat
- US climate agency NOAA declares a concerning global coral bleaching event for the fourth time in history after a year of extreme ocean heat.
- Impacts of coral bleaching span oceans worldwide, with sea surface temperatures at record levels.
- Corals under extreme heat stress can recover, but otherwise, the reef requires several years to regenerate.
- Despite losses, some reefs show signs of color, offering hope for potential recovery, while scientists caution about the escalating impacts.
Australia News Today: Defence Spending, New Zealand Inflation, Mining Stocks: Good morning everyone, it’s Ben here on a brisk Canberra morning ...
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Australia set for a new normal with a mild winter, uncertain snowfall: The El Nino pattern has reverted to neutral while a La Nina could form after July ...
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HECS debt expected to grow more than 4pc as high indexation continues: HECS-HELP debts are forecast to rise between 4.2 and 4.8 per cent this year ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-18/hecs-debt-indexation-high-university-student-fee-payments-grow/103733440
Australia increases defence spending by $32bn in response to China build-up: Labor government commits to spending rises to pay for Aukus and long-range missile ...
ft.com/content/a5ba1e78-92e7-4cd5-9bad-327e4358b1b4
San Francisco mayor announces the city will receive pandas from China: San Francisco is the latest U.S. city preparing to receive a pair of pandas from China ...
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Molly the magpie finally reunites with dogs: Molly the magpie has been returned home and reunited with his unlikely best friends 45 days after the trio were ...
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Quick Glance: Reunion of Molly the Magpie and Peggy the Staffy
- Molly, the magpie, has finally returned home to the Gold Coast after a 45-day odyssey and has reunited with her unlikely best friend, Peggy the Staffy.
- Queensland's Department of Environment, Science, and Innovation (DESI) made the announcement, signaling the end of the gripping saga.
- Independent veterinary experts have determined that Molly is 'highly habituated' and may have developmental issues, making her unsuitable for rehabilitation or return to the wild.
- Juliette Wells and Reece Mortensen demonstrated their commitment to Molly's well-being by meeting the conditions outlined in the licensing process, including refraining from the commercial exploitation of the bird or its image, participating in wildlife carer training, and collaborating with DESI to ensure Molly's ongoing care and enrichment.
China coastguard blocks Philippines vessels as maritime tension grows: Incident just days after Washington reiterated its security ties to Manila
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Milo the Melbourne Airport escapee reunites with owners in UK after weeks on the run
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Philippines says decision to strengthen ties with Japan, US a 'sovereign choice': The Philippines' decision to ramp up ties with Japan and the United States is a ...
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'Loving a monster': Bondi Junction mass stabber's heartbroken parents speak from family home
9news.com.au/national/sydney-mass-stabbers-heartbroken-parents-speak-from-family-home/df3816a4-51e0-483c-becc-831db4f78b39
Great Barrier Reef: Worst coral bleaching ever observed: The Great Barrier Reef off Australia's coast suffers from water temperatures that are too warm ...
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Sydney stabbing: Bondi attack on women devastates Australia: The stabbing rampage at a busy Sydney shopping centre has left many - particularly women - uneasy.
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Proof dog owners are the worst people: OPINION
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We’ve been told we need to work from the office full-time. Why?: A blanket everyone-back-to-work policy is rarely a judicious move, especially when so many ...
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Tragic way man discovered fiancee was dead: The policeman fiance of one of the victims of the Bondi Junction stabbing attack was among dozens of officers ...
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Quick Glance: Bondi Junction Shopping Centre Stabbing Victims
- Faraz Tahir, 30, fatally stabbed while working as a security guard by Joel Cauchi, 40.
- Five women and one man were killed, including Tahir, 30.
- Victims identified include Faraz Tahir, Ashlee Good, Dawn Singleton, and Jade Young.
- Three individuals remain critical, eight are stable, and one victim has been discharged.
Scholz Arrives in China on a Mission to Dial Down Trade Tensions: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz will take a delicate message to China this week: Beijing has not ...
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Scary: Dongfeng M-Hero 1 electric car in the driving report: The electric car from Dongfeng appears less heroic than frightening. The 3.9-ton truck with 142 kWh ...
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Solomon Islands election puts China’s Pacific influence in spotlight: Incumbent Manasseh Sogavare’s development and security pact with Beijing has stoked western ...
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Meloni Seeks China Reset After Italy Ditches Belt and Road Pact: Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is embarking on a charm offensive with Beijing as she ...
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Australia’s Ghost Shark Uncrewed Submarine Breaks Cover: The Ghost Shark is Australia’s ambitious extra-large autonomous undersea vehicle ...
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Australia PM hails cop who shot Sydney attacker as 'a hero': The female officer singlehandedly pursued and killed a man in Sydney after he fatally stabbed six ...
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AI-Controlled Fighter Jets Are Dogfighting With Human Pilots Now: Plus: New York’s legislature suffers a cyberattack, police disrupt a global phishing operation ...
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Why the South China Sea Fuels US-China Tensions: For decades, the US has guaranteed freedom of navigation in Asia’s waters, patrolling the seas with a view to ...
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Teenager charged with ‘terrorism’ over Australia church stabbing attack: Boy was arrested at the scene after Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel was attacked during a ...
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Quick Glance: Teenager Accused of Sydney Church Stabbing Displays Signs of Mental Illness, Court Reveals
- A teenage boy facing a potential life sentence for terrorism in the stabbing of a bishop has exhibited behaviors consistent with mental illness or intellectual disability, according to his lawyer.
- The 16-year-old is alleged to have traveled 90 minutes from his home to attack Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel during a livestreamed sermon at Christ the Good Shepherd Church in Wakeley, Sydney.
- Investigators from a joint counter-terrorism team, comprising state and federal police and Asio staff, interviewed the boy in his hospital bed before charging him with committing a terrorist act.
- A brief of evidence is set to be presented when the matter returns to court on June 14.
Musk says Tesla's Full Self-Driving may enter China very soon: Tesla chief Elon Musk on Saturday said the electric-vehicle (EV) maker may make Full Self-Driving ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/musk-says-teslas-full-self-driving-may-enter-china-very-soon-2024-04-20/
Israel Gaza: Australia hints it could recognise Palestinian state: Foreign Minister Penny Wong says the global community is frustrated by a lack of progress on ...
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G7 countries slam Chinese firms’ support for Russia’s defence industry: Ministers say transfer of weapons components is enabling Russia to ‘reconstitute and ...
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Biden urged to ban China-made electric vehicles from the US: Senate Banking Committee chair called Chinese EVs an "existential threat" to the US motor industry.
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How Tahir’s late notice shift change at Bondi Junction ended in tragedy: Faraz Tahir worked nights. But on Saturday he agreed to fill in for a day shift at ...
smh.com.au/national/nsw/how-tahir-s-late-notice-security-shift-at-bondi-junction-ended-in-tragedy-20240415-p5fjwy.html
The iron men with a $3 billion plan to save the planet: Two former Fortescue executives want to reduce the enormous carbon footprint of iron ore ...
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Iran-Israel tensions: Which countries can influence Tehran? : Countries across the geopolitical spectrum are urging de-escalation in the Middle East as Israel ...
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Quick Glance: US imposes new sanctions on Iran's drone program
- The United States imposed new sanctions Thursday on sixteen people and two entities associated with Iran’s drone program to punish Tehran for the weekend's attack on Israel.
- The sanctions target executives of an engine manufacturer supplying Iran’s Shahad-131 drones, companies servicing the engines, and individuals providing the drones to Iranian proxy forces in the Middle East.
- Coordinated with European allies, the new sanctions aim to disrupt Iran's missile and drone program and isolate the country globally.
- President Joe Biden emphasized the US commitment to holding Iran accountable, utilizing economic tools to counter Iran's activities, as stated by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen.
US Faces Pushback by Netherlands, Japan on More China Chip Export Bans: US attempts to press the Netherlands and Japan into further curbing Chinese access to ...
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Priscilla, Queen of the Desert sequel in works with original cast, director confirms
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'One of the greatest achievements of medical science': Vaccines saved almost 20,000 lives in NSW during early
9news.com.au/health/covid-19-vaccination-australia-saved-18000-lives-early-omicron-wave-nsw/1b788d3c-e17c-4ef5-927d-2ec5261ccd8e
Chinese spies target Dutch industries to strengthen military, intelligence agency says
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Philippines says it won't give US access to more local military bases: The Philippine president says his administration has no plan to give the U.S ...
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Quick Glance: Philippines Rejects US Access to More Military Bases
- President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. allowed US access to four more Philippine military bases, bringing the total to nine.
- The Biden administration is strengthening alliances in the region to counter China, aligning with Philippine efforts to enhance external defense.
- Marcos emphasizes that the presence of US troops is in response to China's aggressive actions in the South China Sea.
- China accuses the Philippines of providing the US with bases that could undermine its security.
GAA player (27) dies in ‘tragic accident’ in Australia: Tributes have been paid to a 27-year-old Irish man who has died following a “tragic accident” in ...
independent.ie/irish-news/gaa-player-27-dies-in-tragic-accident-in-australia/a2018074213.html
Teen charged over alleged church attack: A teenager has been charged after allegedly attacking an Assyrian Christian bishop during a livestreamed service at a ...
news.com.au/national/crime/teen-16-charged-over-assyrian-bishops-alleged-stabbing-in-sydneys-west/news-story/16e66fffdddb281dffa0f52997a68d2a
Inflation in New Zealand Eases But Near-Term Rate Cuts Unlikely: New Zealand’s consumer prices rose by less than expected in the first three months of this year ...
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Quick Glance: Powell Warns of Lack of Progress on Inflation
- Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell emphasized that the U.S. economy, while otherwise strong, has not seen a return of inflation to the central bank's target.
- Powell mentioned that the current policy should remain in place as inflation has not declined quickly enough and there has been no further progress towards the 2% goal.
- Since July 2023, the Fed has maintained its benchmark interest rate in a target range between 5.25% and 5.5%, the result of 11 consecutive rate hikes.
- Financial markets have had to adjust their expectations for rate cuts this year as inflation has been higher than expected, and the Fed's policy continues to be dependent on data.
Margin Call Cited for Mysterious 99% Crash in China Cement Maker: China Tianrui Group Cement Co. said a sudden drop in its stock last week triggered a margin ...
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Daughter of entrepreneur John Singleton named as Bondi Junction victim: Dawn Singleton, 25, the daughter of publisher and advertising giant John Singleton ...
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US trade chief calls for 'decisive' action to shield EV sector from China: The U.S. must take "decisive" action to protect electric vehicles (EVs) from ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/ustr-tai-calls-decisive-action-shield-ev-sector-china-2024-04-17/
US navy flies aircraft through the Taiwan Strait a day after US-China defense chiefs hold rare talks
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China-Taiwan conflict: Taiwan's government district recreated in China's desert: China regularly threatens to invade the island state of Taiwan ...
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ASML Q1 bookings miss forecast, but China sales hold up: ASML , the largest supplier of equipment to computer chip makers, reported weaker than expected ...
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Chalmers lists the five threats to the federal budget: The first threat, the treasurer will say, is rising global tensions, as he looks to repair the nation’s ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/chalmers-lists-the-five-threats-to-the-federal-budget-20240419-p5fl2n.html
US vows ‘ironclad’ defence of Philippines military in South China Sea: Support from Washington reflects mounting alarm at Beijing’s assertiveness in Indo-Pacific
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How to make the US retirement system better: Australia uses a system called superannuation where companies are required to contribute to employees' retirement ...
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China's foreign investment inflows fall 26.1% despite 'openness' vows: HONG KONG -- China's inbound foreign investment shrank 26.1% on the year in the ...
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Huawei’s new Pura 70 series smartphone poses a threat to iPhone sales in China, say analysts
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Fossil of snake 'bigger than a school bus' discovered at coal mine:
9news.com.au/world/most-spectacular-ancient-finds-discovered-by-humans/8fb77b2a-a146-4699-ab9c-2b1df97af2c8
US and China defence ministers in first significant contact since 2022: Pentagon says Lloyd Austin stressed importance of freedom of navigation in call with Dong ...
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Bondi Junction stabbing: Chinese student phoned fiancé minutes before being attacked, devastated family on way to Australia
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500 dead horses found at property: A major investigation has been launched after more than 500 dead horses were found at a property.
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Big update on precious Bondi baby: The baby girl viciously attacked in Saturday’s Bondi massacre is recovering in hospital and has been moved out of the ...
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After Months of Cocaine Washing Ashore, Australian Police Make an Arrest: Drug parcels kept showing up on beaches along Australia’s shoreline. Now ...
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Exclusive: China's CNOOC stockpiles Russian oil at new reserve base, traders, tanker trackers say
reuters.com/business/energy/chinas-cnooc-stockpiles-russian-oil-new-reserve-base-traders-tanker-trackers-say-2024-04-15/
Copenhagen Old Stock Exchange workers and bystanders save artwork from fire. Here's what we know
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-17/what-we-know-copenhagen-fire/103732726
Quick Glance: Devastating Fire Strikes Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange
- A blaze engulfed Copenhagen’s historic former stock exchange in Denmark’s capital on Tuesday, with the spire being consumed by flames and collapsing.
- The fire spread across multiple floors of the monument, leading to the collapse of its roof, as reported by local fire department chief Jakob Vedsted Andersen.
- The tower, standing at 184 feet, featured a distinctive design resembling four intertwined dragons’ tails, symbolizing protection against enemies and fire, as indicated by tourism websites.
- Deputy Prime Minister Troels Lund Poulsen referred to the incident as Denmark’s unique moment akin to Notre Dame, alluding to the 2019 fire in the roof of the Parisian landmark.
Homeless high schooler Tyler Palm describes couch surfing, working a job to stay afloat
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-19/tyler-palmer-describes-being-a-homeless-youth/103735698
Chancellor on trip to China: Iran's attack on Israel surprises Scholz on the plane
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Quick Glance: Scholz Organizes Crisis Diplomacy in China
- Scholz condemns Iran's attacks on Israel and plans crisis communication with G7 partners.
- China trip focusing on economy and geopolitical role, despite dilemma in relations.
- Business delegation accompanies Scholz, de-risking in other countries, export wave heading towards Germany.
- Scholz aims to influence China regarding Ukraine conflict and Iran crisis, despite existing dependencies.
8yo boy, dad and mum die four days apart: A “beautiful” eight-year-old boy has been killed in a horror truck-and-car crash in rural Victoria just four days after ...
news.com.au/technology/motoring/on-the-road/eightyearold-boy-dad-killed-in-horror-crash-four-days-after-mum-dies-of-cancer/news-story/697f8c748c950cd5d0f2162c640ce12d
China Leads Global Coal Power Surge With New Plants, Capacity at Record: Global coal-power capacity rose to a record last year, led by a surge in new plants in ...
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Jokowi asks China to help build transport new Indonesian capital: JAKARTA -- Indonesian President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo met Chinese Foreign Minister ...
asia.nikkei.com/Politics/International-relations/Jokowi-asks-China-to-help-build-transport-new-Indonesian-capital
High risk of animal-to-human diseases developing in some China fur farms, animal protection group says
reuters.com/world/china/high-risk-animal-to-human-diseases-developing-some-china-fur-farms-animal-2024-04-15/
Australia will boost defense spending by $32 billion over the next decade and reshuffle its weapons programs to emphasize missiles ...
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