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Racist videos targeting Indigenous Australians amplified by social media algorithms, inquiry hears
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سياسة·13.06.2026ملخص الذكاء الاصطناعي

Racist videos targeting Indigenous Australians amplified by social media algorithms, inquiry hears

A video mocking Aboriginal identity and culture, posted by an Australian comedian, has gone viral, sparking outrage and highlighting the growing problem of online racism against Indigenous Australians. Social media algorithms are accused of amplifying divisive content, leading to real-world harm and impacting mental health. A parliamentary inquiry is investigating the issue, with recommendations for social media companies to implement digital duty of care measures.

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Law·05.05.2026ملخص الذكاء الاصطناعي

Inquest hears of lack of supervision for teen who died in state care

An inquest into the death of 17-year-old Mauchy, an Aboriginal boy in state care, heard concerns about his lack of supervision at a semi-independent living facility. He died from aspiration of gastric contents, likely due to a psychoactive drug. A witness had repeatedly raised concerns with the Department for Child Protection about his drug use and supervision needs.

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