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Newly-Enacted Australian Law Makes Some Prayers Unlawful

Australia's Conversion Practices Ban Act 2024, which took effect last week, effectively makes some prayers unlawful, The Washington Stand reports.

Chinese Warships Conduct Unprecedented Operations Near Australia

In a notable display of maritime reach, three Chinese warships have been detected operating approximately 150 nautical miles off the coast of Sydney, Australia.

Former Liberal MP Kevin Andrews Remembered for Dedication and Service

On February 11, 2025, former Australian Liberal MP Kevin Andrews was honored by political leaders and colleagues, who praised his unwavering dedication to public service. Andrews, who represented the Menzies electorate in Melbourne for over three decades, played a significant role in shaping conservative policy in Australia. He passed away on December 14, 2024, at the age of 69, following a battle with cancer.
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Former Miss America Fuels Australia’s Nuclear Energy Debate

Grace Stanke, nuclear engineer and former Miss America, is on a national tour in Australia advocating for nuclear power. Her visit coincides with rising political tensions ahead of a national election, where the opposition Liberal Party proposes building seven nuclear reactors by 2035.

Queensland Pauses Hormone Therapies for Minors

The Queensland government in Australia paused access to hormone therapies for those under the age of 18.

China Adds Four U.S. Companies to ‘Unreliable Entity List’ for Taiwan Arms Sales

China announced that it added four U.S. companies to its "Unreliable Entity List" for their arms sales to Taiwan.

China Sanctions 7 U.S. Companies Over Taiwan Aid

The Chinese government placed sanctions on seven U.S. companies in response to the United States announcing assistance to Taiwan.

Antisemitic Arson Attack in Australia Sparks Terror Investigation

A shocking arson attack on the Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne is now being investigated as a potential terror incident, underscoring a troubling surge in antisemitism in Australia.

Smartphone Use Among Children a ‘Deliberate Social Experiment,’ Warns Trans Medicine Critic

Baroness Dr. Hilary Cass, a leading critic of transgender treatments for children, has warned that allowing minors unrestricted smartphone use constitutes a “deliberate social experiment” with serious consequences. Speaking in her maiden speech to the House of Lords, Cass linked excessive screen time to rising rates of anxiety, depression, and insomnia in children, particularly those already struggling with mental health challenges or bullying.

Australia Investigates Missing Deadly Virus Samples in Major Biosecurity Breach

The Queensland government announced Monday that hundreds of virus samples, including dangerous pathogens like Hendra, Lyssavirus, and Hantavirus, are missing from a state laboratory.

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