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Mother on trial accused of forcing daughter to marry

A mother has faced her first day of a Victorian jury trial accused of coercing her daughter into entering a marriage with a man from Western Australia.

AAP · May 8, 2024

Afternoon Update: US paused weapons shipment to Israel; Hunter Valley bus driver plea deal; and the life expectancy of cats

Senior US official says shipment of bombs was paused last week after review of weapons that might be used in Rafah

The Guardian - AU · May 8, 2024

Save up: students to need more for an Australian visa

International students will need to show proof of a minimum of nearly $30,000 in savings if they want to be granted an Australian student visa.

AAP · May 8, 2024

Border security under fire after men detained in Qld

A group of men have been detained after trying to enter Australia, sparking calls for better border security in the Torres Strait by the local mayor.

AAP · May 8, 2024

US, Australia, Philippines Conduct Military Drills In South China Sea

Annual Balikatan drills demonstrate allied forces' defense capabilities in response to China's actions in the South China Sea.

Top News · May 8, 2024

South Yarra House makes a sculptural statement in Melbourne

South Yarra House by Pandolfini Architects explores the interplay of compression and expansion through a series of surprising sculptural objects in Australia

Wallpaper · May 8, 2024

Australia could cut global emissions with green metals

Australia could remove much more than its share of greenhouse gas emissions by using its natural advantages, a business leader argues.

AAP · May 8, 2024

China spin on warplane flare-up rejected by Australia

The prime minister has stuck to his guns calling out China's unsafe actions after an incident between a warplane and helicopter despite Beijing's rejection.

AAP · May 8, 2024

'Bullying, forgery, lying': ex-volunteers' claims against What Were You Wearing? Australia

A months-long investigation has unearthed multiple concerning allegations.

The Canberra Times · May 8, 2024

Australian literature has long been ‘hijacked by activists’. This has made it richer. Let’s not go backwards

Seeking to dismiss a judge for being passionate about a cause pertaining to the safety and liberation of her people reeks of a desperation to silence a critical voice

The Guardian - AU · May 8, 2024