A panel-style conversation will bring together African candidates running in local council elections across Victoria, offering a platform for them to share their vision and priorities for their communities. The event, taking place this Saturday October 5, will be facilitated by journalist Mibengé Nsenduluka, Founder of The Back Cover. It […]
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As Kamala Harris and Donald Trump prepare to face off in November’s election, the contrast in their policy platforms becomes increasingly clear. With key issues like immigration, healthcare, economic growth, and climate change at the forefront, both candidates offer sharply different visions for America’s future. Here’s a closer look at […]
Israel is gearing up for a potential ground assault in Lebanon, according to the country’s military chief, as tensions with the armed group Hezbollah continue to escalate. The Israeli army has ramped up its airstrikes on Lebanon for a third consecutive day, while calling up two brigades of reservists in […]
Former U.S. President Donald Trump was thrust into another life-threatening ordeal on Sunday, narrowly escaping an apparent assassination attempt while golfing at his West Palm Beach course. Just two months prior, a shooting at a Pennsylvania rally had left one man dead and Trump with minor injuries. The alarming frequency […]
Sudan’s war has been raging since April 2023. The country was on a bumpy road to democracy after mass uprisings in 2019 ousted long-time dictator Omar al-Bashir. This all came to a halt when troops from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary force, attacked a military airstrip in the early hours of […]
Reports of Beyoncé gracing the stage at the 2024 Democratic National Convention were officially quashed on Thursday, as the singer’s representative confirmed that the global superstar was never scheduled to attend the event. Despite rampant online speculation and buzz, the Grammy-winning artist’s involvement was nothing more than a rumour. “Beyoncé […]
Vice President Kamala Harris, in a historic and impassioned speech at the 2024 Democratic National Convention, made her case as the first woman of colour to accept a major party’s nomination for the U.S. presidency. Harris, who recently stepped into the role after President Joe Biden withdrew from the race, […]
Australian Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is reportedly seeking legal advice after being called “racist” over his opposition to granting visas to Palestinians fleeing the conflict in Gaza. His remarks have sparked widespread criticism, intensifying debates over Australia’s immigration policies and the rhetoric surrounding national security. The controversy erupted when Independent […]
The Victorian government has reversed its commitment to raise the age of criminal responsibility to 14 by 2027, a decision that has sparked sharp criticism from advocates and political leaders. Premier Jacinta Allan announced on Tuesday that the state will instead raise the minimum age of criminal responsibility to 12, […]
Vice President Kamala Harris has named Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate for the upcoming election. This decision places the former educator and Army National Guard veteran at the forefront of the Democratic Party’s effort to prevent Donald Trump from returning to the White House. The selection process, […]
