Pauline Hanson's call for a monocultural Australia ignores the nation's historical reality. From the first fleet's diverse origins to colonial seaports and early settlements, Australia has always been a mix of ethnicities, languages, and skills, a reality that fueled prosperity and innovation.
CBI arrested IAS officer Pankaj Aggarwal in Haryana for alleged involvement in a Rs 60.5 crore funds swindle. He is accused of approving bank accounts and transferring money from state departments through shell entities. This follows the arrest of another IAS officer, RK Singh, in a related case.
South Korea's culture ministry referred 15 individuals to police for allegedly reselling sports and K-pop concert tickets at inflated prices, some up to eight times the original value. The investigation identified bulk resales on online platforms, with total estimated sales reaching 36.84 million won for sports tickets and 11.64 million won for concerts.
CFTC Chair Michael Selig noted significant differences between traditional commodity markets and the cryptocurrency industry. He stated that 24-7 trading and perpetual contracts are not suitable for agricultural products, despite recent approvals for crypto-related products.
Angus Taylor repeatedly avoided questions on his support for multiculturalism, citing "vague words." Treasurer Jim Chalmers accused him of aligning with Pauline Hanson's "monoculture" call, while Labor ministers affirmed their commitment to multiculturalism. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated modern Australia is not and never has been a monoculture.
Opposition Leader Angus Taylor refuses to confirm Coalition's support for multiculturalism, while One Nation pushes for a 'monoculture' in Australia, sparking debate on national values and immigration policies.
Northern Territory opposition leader Selena Uibo defended her office's culture following allegations of workplace misconduct by a senior staff member. A junior staffer has left, and a review is underway. The allegations surface amid recent instability in the Territory Labor party, including the ousting of former deputy Dheran Young by Ed Smelt.
NT Opposition Leader Selena Uibo defends her office's culture amid allegations of workplace misconduct by a senior staff member, while her party navigates leadership changes.
Australian Treasurer Angus Taylor repeatedly avoided questions on whether he supports multiculturalism, prompting accusations from Labor of aligning with One Nation's "monoculture" stance. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese affirmed modern Australia is not a monoculture.
Australia's APVMA will allow the continued use of the herbicide paraquat, banned in over 70 countries, with stricter conditions. Despite calls from Parkinson's groups and scientists citing a strong correlation, the regulator found no causal link.
Australia's APVMA will continue to allow the use of the herbicide paraquat, banned in over 70 countries, with stricter conditions. Despite calls from Parkinson's groups and scientists citing a correlation with the disease, the regulator found no causal link.
Hong Kong's Cantonese restaurants saw revenue plunge 27.9% in Q1, while non-Chinese eateries grew. Leaders urge cultural export promotion, citing South Korea's success, and call for innovation and dedicated food streets to revive the sector.
The '2026 MyK Festa,' a four-day event celebrating Korean pop culture, will open in Goyang this week. Featuring K-pop concerts, industry booths, creator talks, and a B2B event connecting domestic companies with overseas buyers, the festival aims to leverage global interest in K-culture for economic and tourism benefits.
Une cinquantaine d'enfants et d'adultes amateurs jouent ensemble dans "Chez Samy", une pièce mise en scène par Claire Lasne Darcueil à la MC93. La fable, qui évoque un café disparu, intègre les récits personnels des participants, y compris ceux marqués par des blessures.
Clive Davis, a Harvard-educated lawyer, became a music industry titan by balancing progressive counterculture artists with traditional easy listening acts. His career, marked by signings like Janis Joplin, Whitney Houston, and Bruce Springsteen, demonstrated an uncanny ear for hits and a knack for strategic risk-taking, even after significant career setbacks.
Andy Burnham, currently Mayor of Greater Manchester, is positioned to become the UK's next leader following Keir Starmer's resignation announcement. Burnham's political journey, marked by a pivotal moment of being booed at Anfield in 2009, has seen him evolve from a centrist New Labour minister to a 'man of the people' figure promising a politics that understands those outside London.
Le conseil départemental des Pyrénées-Orientales lance une consultation pour potentiellement changer le nom du département, avec trois options : conserver le nom actuel, ou opter pour Pyrénées-Catalanes ou Pyrénées-Méditerranée.
Andy Burnham a confirmé sa candidature pour succéder à Keir Starmer à la tête du Parti travailliste, obtenant le soutien de Wes Streeting. Burnham, surnommé "le roi du Nord", souhaite "changer le Labour et le pays".
Films Saccharine and Maddie’s Secret explore disordered eating through distinct genres, highlighting the pressures of modern diet culture, social media, and inherited trauma, with a focus on the psychological and physical tolls on their protagonists.
Cinq pays européens, menés par la Roumanie et la Slovaquie, ont lancé une offensive pour réduire la protection des ours bruns, les qualifiant de "superprédateurs" menaçant hommes et bétail. Une réunion des ministres de l'Agriculture à Luxembourg doit discuter de cette demande.
La PME bretonne Symbiomer transforme 10 à 15 tonnes d'algues par jour en biostimulants et produits de biocontrôle pour l'agriculture, offrant une alternative écologique aux engrais de synthèse.
Taiwan's agriculture ministry warned farmers against China's plan to increase atemoya imports, calling it a 'raise, trap, kill' tactic. This follows previous import bans and taxes on Taiwanese fruit, highlighting ongoing trade tensions and China's non-military pressure tactics.
Joyce Carol Oates, a prolific author, discusses her new short story collection, "The Frenzy," exploring themes of isolation, friendship, and loss. She reflects on her personal experiences with grief, her views on societal issues like AI and wealth, and the recurring presence of violence in her literary work.
First Nations families in Australia are fighting proposed changes to child protection systems in Queensland and the Northern Territory that could erode protections designed to keep Aboriginal families together. Advocates argue these changes, including considering adoption, disregard the historical trauma of the Stolen Generations and the importance of cultural connection for Indigenous children.
