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Australia ready to supply Ukraine with decommissioned fighter jets
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Seizing Russian funds: the USA is tinkering with international law: Congress authorizes President Biden to seize Russian dollar reserves for the reconstruction ...
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
US to rush Patriot missiles to Ukraine as Pentagon builds up support: Move comes as Biden administration begins parcelling out funds unlocked by Congress this ...
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China warns Antony Blinken US must choose between ‘co-operation or confrontation’
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Quick Glance: China Emphasizes Stronger Collaboration with US Amid Challenges
- China stresses the importance of enhanced cooperation with the United States despite facing significant obstacles.
- Xi emphasized to the US Secretary of State on Friday that the two superpowers 'should be partners rather than rivals' and should support each other's success, as reported by the state news agency Xinhua.
- During the five and a half hours of discussions, Blinken raised the issue of 'Chinese support to the Russian defence industrial base', and contentious topics such as Taiwan and the South China Sea were also addressed.
- Recent years have seen tumultuous China-US relations, exacerbated by factors including a trade war, a visit by then-House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi to Taiwan in 2022, and a dispute over the US downing of a suspected Chinese surveillance balloon last year.
Ukraine war: Kyiv uses longer-range US missiles for first time: Missiles secretly delivered this month have been used to strike Russian targets in Crimea ...
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Ukraine Russia war: US House passes crucial aid deal worth $61bn: The long-stalled package could be vital for Ukraine, which is struggling to contain Russia's ...
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Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.
- The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.
- Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.
- He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.
Russia Oil Refining Curbed as Maintenance Follows Drone Strikes: Russia’s oil-processing rates remain under pressure as refineries, which have barely recovered ...
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US secretly shipped long-range missiles to Ukraine: Biden had previously held back Atacms system out of fears of escalating war with Russia
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Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
Finland among world's top military aid donors to Ukraine: The value of Finnish military support for the war-torn country has multiplied recently.
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Ukraine cannot fight evil with empty hands : The trapped US funds are the difference between life and death for many of us
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Quick Glance: Ukraine urgently needs support against Russia
- The trapped US funds are the difference between life and death for many Ukrainians.
- Despite being thousands of miles away from Ukraine, the war's impact is deeply felt.
- Russia is committing systematic war crimes in Ukraine.
- Ukraine is fighting for survival and basic values in a war for peace.
Pentagon announces $6B for long-term Ukraine weapons contracts: The United States announced a $6 billion weapons package for Ukraine on Friday ...
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Quick Glance: US Sending New Patriot Missiles to Ukraine
- As part of a massive $6 billion additional aid package, the U.S. will provide Ukraine with additional Patriot missiles for its air defense systems, announced Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Friday.
- Discussing the need for Patriots, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy participated in the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting on Friday morning, where about 50 countries virtually gathered in a Pentagon-led session.
- Included in the new funding, the largest tranche of USAI aid sent so far, are the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) as well as Switchblade and Puma drones, counter-drone systems, and artillery.
- Months of deadlock among bitterly divided members of Congress over the funding led to House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., having to form a bipartisan coalition to pass the bill.
Conflicts drive global military spending to record high: War in Ukraine and tensions in Middle East and Asia lead to 7% increase in worldwide defence expenditure ...
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Quick Glance: Global Military Spending Hits Historic High in 2023
- Global military spending hit a record high of $2.443 billion in 2023 after a 7% increase, as per a report.
- Military expenditure rose consistently over nine years in all regions due to worsening peace and security globally.
- Countries like Ukraine, Russia, Poland, Germany, and the UK saw significant spikes in their military spending.
- Israel notably increased its military spending significantly due to the conflict in the Middle East, particularly a major offensive in Gaza in 2023.
Poland and Lithuania to help Ukraine repatriate men of fighting age: Kyiv needs hundreds of thousands of more soldiers to fight Russia
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Quick Glance: Poland and Lithuania Support Ukraine in Repatriating Men Fit for Battle
- Kyiv requires hundreds of thousands more soldiers to combat Russia
- Poland and Lithuania pledge to aid Ukraine in repatriating its men of fighting age
- An estimated 200,000 Ukrainian men in Poland have fled the conflict
- Ukraine suspended consular services for military-aged men abroad to facilitate their return
First official portrait of King Frederik and Queen Mary of Denmark released since ascending the throne
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Blinken says China helping fuel Russian threat to Ukraine: The US Secretary of State was speaking to the BBC at the end of a three-day trip to China.
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Musk's X says posts of Australia bishop stabbing don't promote violence: Elon Musk's social media platform X defended publishing posts showing a bishop in ...
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Rebuilding Ukraine with an international skilled labour initiative | DPA: German Development Minister Svenja Schulze has announced plans to support the ...
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Ukraine aid: Trump relents, now Europe must step up: The new American arms aid is a huge relief for the hard-pressed Ukraine. But no one can rely on this being ...
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Quick Glance: Ukraine Aid: Europe Must Step Up
- American military aid brings relief to Ukraine, but doesn't guarantee a turnaround in the defense war.
- Trump's approval remains uncertain, and political support in Washington is volatile.
- Russia's structural superiority and US political volatility call for increased support for Ukraine.
- Defending against Putin's imperialism becomes a long-term task - Europe needs to invest more in defense.
Pentagon to 'rush' Patriot missiles to Ukraine in $6bn package: Ukrainian President Zelensky says munitions in $6bn package "can save lives right now".
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Ex UK minister says Germany's Scholz should send missiles to Kiev | DPA: Former UK defence secretary Ben Wallace has called on German Chancellor Olaf Scholz ...
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Quick Glance: Criticism of Scholz: Wallace Calls for Delivery of Taurus Missiles
- Former British Defense Minister Wallace criticizes Chancellor Scholz for weak leadership and lack of communication regarding Ukraine.
- He calls for the delivery of German Taurus cruise missiles to Ukraine and emphasizes the importance of clear communication and determination in dealing with Russia.
- Wallace warns against freezing the conflict in Ukraine and mentions the possibility of NATO membership as a countermeasure.
- He stresses the need for adequate security guarantees to prevent Russia from rearming and launching another attack.
West must prevent becoming as dependent on China as it was on Russia – Stoltenberg
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Quick Glance: Nato Chief Stoltenberg in Eurofighter Looping over MV
- Nato Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg takes a flight in a Eurofighter in Laage, accompanied by the Commodore of the Tactical Air Force Wing 73.
- The Eurofighters serve as air defense and traffic police, quickly responding to alerts and operating over the Baltic Sea.
- Stoltenberg participates in a one-hour flight involving aerial refueling, interception maneuvers, and a rendezvous with Swedish Gripen fighter jets.
- Stoltenberg is impressed by the experience, praises the pilots, and emphasizes the importance of the Laage air base for NATO.
Ukraine Detains First Minister in Zelenskiy’s Graft Crackdown: Ukraine’s agriculture minister became the first cabinet member under Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s ...
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Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Has Europe Worried About the Risks of War: Welcome to Balance of Power, bringing you the latest in global politics ...
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Project host slammed for tone-deaf request: The Project has been brutally mocked over its interview with a breastfeeding mother who was booted from a comedy show ...
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Quick Glance: Arj Barker and the Controversy Surrounding Children at His Comedy Shows
- Expressing admiration for Arj Barker, the author criticizes the controversy regarding children attending his shows.
- A mother was asked to leave the show after bringing her baby, sparking a debate among audience members.
- Supporting Arj Barker's decision, the author emphasizes parents' responsibility in selecting appropriate venues for their children.
- Concluding with anticipation of meeting Arj Barker, the author shares personal details about plans and challenges.
USA: Kiev allowed to use long-range ATACMS short-range missiles against occupied Crimea
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Poland arrests man suspected of spying for Russia to aid Zelenskyy assassination plot
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Quick Glance: Polish Authorities Detain Man Allegedly Involved in Russian Espionage for Zelenskyy Assassination Plan
- A Polish citizen was detained by Polish authorities on suspicion of spying for Russia's military intelligence to potentially assassinate Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
- He intended to share critical details about the Rzeszow-Jasionka airport in southeastern Poland, crucial for international military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine.
- In case of a conviction, he could potentially face a sentence of up to eight years in prison.
- Prosecutors emphasized the arrest resulted from a close collaboration with Ukrainian counterparts who provided vital information leading to the detainment.
Putin’s Brittle Regime: Like the Soviet One That Preceded It, His System Is Always on the Brink of Collapse
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Greece and Spain under pressure to provide Ukraine with air defence systems: Kyiv renews plea for Patriot and S-300 systems at meeting of foreign and defence ...
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Men fit for military service should return: Kiev no longer gives passports to Ukrainians abroad
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What $61bn US aid boost could mean for Ukraine: After weeks of Russian advances, there are three areas where Ukraine could now strengthen its defences.
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Swiss parliamentary committee backs $5.5 bln aid plan for Ukraine: A Swiss parliamentary committee late on Thursday voted to back a 5 billion Swiss franc ($5 ...
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Fight against Russia: Ukraine stops issuing passports to Ukrainians of military age living abroad
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China’s Putin Ties Risk Relations With EU, Top Diplomat Says: China needs to take a stand over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and rein in its enormous trade ...
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Ukraine Pushes Military-Aged Men To Return Home: Ukraine on Tuesday suspended consular services for men of fighting age living abroad ...
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Quick Glance: Ukrainian Foreign Minister Halts Consular Services for Conscripted Men Abroad
- Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has confirmed the suspension of consular services for Ukrainian men abroad who are liable for military service.
- Kuleba emphasized that protecting the rights and interests of Ukrainian citizens abroad remains a priority for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, but the current focus is on Ukraine's survival.
- He reminded men liable for military service of the obligation to update their data at military enlistment offices before the new mobilization law was enacted.
- Kuleba announced that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will soon provide further guidance on obtaining consular services for men of conscription age at diplomatic missions abroad.
Biden announces immediate delivery of military aid for Ukraine: Now that the House of Representatives and Senate have approved the new military aid for Ukraine ...
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Qatar Will Host Meeting to Discuss Ukrainian Proposal to End War: National security advisors and senior officials from around the world are set to meet in Doha ...
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Ukraine War: Zelenskiy Says Aid Gives Ukraine the Means to Retake Initiative: New US support gives Ukraine the potential to retake the initiative in its fight ...
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Lithuanian president commends Duda for influencing Trump's stance on Ukraine: Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda believes that a meeting between Polish ...
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Quick Glance: Trump to Meet Polish President Duda as NATO Leaders Push for Ukraine Support
- Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump plans to meet with Polish President Andrzej Duda to discuss support for Ukraine.
- European leaders are concerned about Trump's critical stance towards NATO, especially after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
- Poland hopes Duda can leverage his friendly ties with Trump to garner more support for Ukraine.
- The relationship between Poland and the Biden administration, along with GOP criticism of Ukraine aid, are also topics of discussion.
UK Men Charged Under New Security Law Over Pro-Russia Attack: Several British men were charged under a new national security law for supporting Russia by ...
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REPO Act: Russian-Asset Seizure Law Spurs Debate Over Impact on Dollar: Congressional passage Tuesday of authority granting President Joe Biden new powers to ...
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Planned meeting in Switzerland: According to Zelensky, Russia wants to prevent a peace conference
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Ukraine war: Kyiv's plea for Patriots falls short in Greece and Spain: Greece says it cannot spare its defence systems and Spain reportedly says it can only ...
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"A careless word": Lukashenko warns West of apocalypse: Belarus' ruler Lukashenko is conjuring up the worst case scenario. "One careless word ...
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Russia to cash in as Sberbank pays $8bn in dividends: Record profits at lender will bolster state coffers to help fund war on Ukraine
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US secretly sent long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine: Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Kiev has credible intelligence that Russia plans to disrupt ...
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‘First point of contact’: After more than 250 years, Aboriginal spears taken by James Cook to return home
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LIVE: Australia and New Zealand remember the dawn landings at Gallipoli: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Japan’s Jera Looks to Invest in Middle East Hydrogen Projects: Japan’s biggest utility, Jera Co., is looking to invest in low-carbon hydrogen and ammonia ...
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HECS indexation is expected to be 4.7 per cent. Check how much extra you could be paying with our calculator
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While Donald Trump sleeps : The Ukraine aid vote in the House of Representatives exposed Republican divisions that will endure
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Quick Glance: Melania Trump Launches Initiative to Woo Gay Conservatives at Mar-a-Lago Fundraiser
- Melania Trump unveiled an initiative at a fundraiser to attract conservative gay support for Donald Trump's 2024 candidacy.
- The event aimed to strengthen ties with conservative LGBTQ+ supporters and invest resources in educational efforts and pro-Trump messages.
- Led by Richard Grenell, the first openly gay Cabinet member in the U.S., the initiative seeks to persuade the LGBTQ+ community that Donald Trump is the best choice.
- Melania Trump's involvement represents a stark contrast to past campaigns as she takes on a key role in supporting conservative gay and lesbian voters.
Ramzan Kadyrov: Rumors of illness - is Putin losing an ally?: Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov is said to be seriously ill. This means Putin is losing an important ...
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Quick Glance: Ramsan Kadyrow: Rumors of Illness and Political Implications
- Speculation around Ramsan Kadyrow's health raises concerns as he is a key ally of Putin in the Ukraine conflict.
- Kadyrow and Putin share a long history dating back to the Second Chechen War.
- Kadyrow faces allegations of corruption and authoritarianism, while playing a crucial role in the Ukraine conflict.
- Kadyrow's health could destabilize the power structure in Chechnya, given his regime's strong reliance on him personally.
Sunak vows more spending for UK defence in 'dangerous world': Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said on Tuesday he would lift defence spending to 2 ...
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Quick Glance: Increase in UK defence spending by 2030
- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak commits to raising spending to 2.5% of GDP, putting the defence industry on a 'war footing'.
- Sunak emphasized the need for deeper stockpiles of munitions and quicker replenishment due to the events in the Ukraine conflict.
- The planned increase in defence spending would require significant financial reshuffling, partly through announced measures to reduce the size of the civil service.
- Shortly after announcing the pledge to send weapons worth 500 million pounds to Ukraine, this commitment followed.
Ukraine war: Nato pledges more advanced air defences to Kyiv: Kyiv has long been pressing for hi-tech Patriot systems to defend against deadly Russian attacks.
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Military briefing: Russia’s narrowing advantage in Ukraine: Moscow’s forces are unlikely to muster a massive offensive this year
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Europe—but Not NATO—Should Send Troops to Ukraine: To Halt Russia’s Advance, Kyiv Needs More Boots on the Ground
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Quick Glance: Refugees Flee Violence in Southeastern Myanmar
- Thousands of people from Myanmar’s Kayin (Karen) State have fled to Thailand to escape the fighting between the junta and ethnic Karen troops.
- The Karen National Liberation Army (KNLA) captured the last military outpost in Myawaddy, leading to retreat and reinforcement by junta forces.
- The battles intensified, causing an influx of refugees crossing the Moei River into Thailand, with Thai authorities offering humanitarian aid.
- Thailand is fortifying its border defenses and providing assistance to refugees as the situation remains tense along the border.
UK anticipates Ukraine will escalate long-range strikes on Russia: The UK Defence Chief, Admiral Sir Tony Radakin asserts that Ukraine will increase the number ...
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Quick Glance: Ukraine to Increase Strikes in Russia, UK Defense Chief Says
- Ukraine is set to increase long-range attacks inside Russia to shape the war with western military aid.
- Admiral Sir Tony Radakin highlighted positive trends in the support for Ukraine.
- The US dropped reservations about providing long-range missiles to Ukraine.
- The UK has increased its commitment to Ukraine's defense and signed long-term contracts with defense industry suppliers.
Sacha Baron Cohen chapter cut from Australian version of Rebel Wilson book: Rebel Wilson’s book will finally be published in Australia, but the chapter about ...
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Quick Glance: Rebel Wilson's Memoir Published in UK with Redacted Passages
- The UK edition of Australian actor Rebel Wilson's memoir will be published with redacted passages concerning her experience on set with Sacha Baron Cohen.
- HarperCollins mentioned that they have blacked out part of a page in the UK edition along with other small sections for legal reasons.
- Rebel Wilson's memoir, Rebel Rising, is set to be released in the UK this week following its earlier release in the US.
- Baron Cohen's representatives rejected the allegations of bad behavior on set and applauded the removal of Wilson's defamatory claims from the UK edition of the book.
U.S. Secretly Shipped New Long-Range Missiles to Ukraine: Ukrainian forces for the first time used a longer-range version of weapons known as ATACMS ...
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Archie Moore wins prestigious Golden Lion award at the Venice Biennale, in world-first for Australian artist
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Quick Glance: Historic Victory for Archie Moore at the Venice Biennale
- Australia secures gold at the Venice Biennale, known as the 'Olympics of the art world' and the oldest international art biennial.
- Archie Moore, a First Nations artist, is honored with the prestigious Golden Lion for the best national pavilion - a first for an Australian.
- Transforming the traditional white cube of the Australia pavilion, Moore created a massive family tree using blackboard paint and chalk over the past two months.
- Following the Biennale closure, the installation will be reproduced at QAGOMA in Brisbane in November.
Australians gather at Anzac Day services across the country to honour servicemen and servicewomen
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US Aid Gives Kyiv Respite But Battlefield Shift Remains Far Off: US approval of more than $60 billion in aid throws a lifeline to Ukraine’s beleaguered military ...
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Ukraine: USA takes the lead in providing support. EU must do more: In the long term, Europeans cannot rely on America to take responsibility for European ...
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Could Australia ban X (formerly Twitter) or is it untouchable? The worst-case scenario for Elon Musk
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War in Ukraine: US Military Assistance Could Come Soon After House Vote: Ukrainian authorities were jubilant at the approval in the US House of more than $60 ...
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Ukraine Aid: Europe's Supplies Compared to the US: The EU states have not managed to compensate for the months-long lack of American military aid ...
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Thousands gather in Sydney to mark Anzac Day in biggest crowd in recent years: “We are heartened to see so many Australians with us today,” said master of ...
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Billion-dollar package: US House of Representatives approves aid for Ukraine: Republicans in the US House of Representatives have been blocking further military ...
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LIVE: US Secretary of State Lloyd Austin speaks after Ukraine meeting: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Because of “malicious activities”: London summons Russian ambassador: A 20-year-old is said to have orchestrated arson attacks in Great Britain on behalf of the ...
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US wants ATACMS supply to Ukraine to encourage Berlin to decide on Taurus supply: The US hopes that the decision of the allies to supply Ukraine with long-range ...
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Largest fire engine convoy to deliver aid to Ukraine: A convoy including 20 fire engines will leave Kent and carry more than 2,800 pieces of equipment.
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Inside the Swedish ammunition plant at the forefront of Europe’s push to ramp up shell production
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Biden vows to 'quickly' supply new military aid to Ukraine: The US president says he will send "significant" support to Kyiv if senators pass a new aid deal on ...
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Rishi Sunak to pledge more money to support Ukraine: The prime minister is travelling to Poland and Germany, highlighting an additional £500m to Ukraine.
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US Says Australia, UK Don’t Yet Meet Pacific Accord Requirements: Australia and the UK don’t yet meet arms export standards required for the Aukus partnership ...
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Billions in support against Russia: Zelenskyi thanks the USA for "vital help": The US Senate has approved a new aid package for Ukraine. The first deliveries are ...
spiegel.de/ausland/ukrainekrieg-wolodymyr-selenskyj-dankt-den-usa-fuer-lebenswichtige-hilfe-a-aad0e735-d7ab-49f4-aa50-b6aa8eceb9b5
Ukraine: TV tower collapses after missile strike in Kharkiv: The local military says that digital TV has been cut off in the surrounding area.
bbc.com/news/av/world-europe-68877813
Xi warns Blinken: Stop being two-faced: America is “saying one thing and doing another,” Chinese leader cautions top US diplomat.
politico.eu/article/china-xi-jinping-us-antony-blinken-stop-being-two-faced-biden/
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
RBA to ‘increase interest rates three times’: A top forecaster issued a dire interest rate warning, predicting that the Reserve Bank will be forced to hike three ...
news.com.au/finance/economy/interest-rates/leading-forecaster-warren-hogan-predicts-rba-will-hike-cash-rate-to-51-per-cent-this-year/news-story/f6f2f084778953ccaa0538383f67449f
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