2021 Federal Parliament disrupted by COVID-19 case
The first sitting for the 2021 Federal Parliament has been disrupted by the recent case of COVID-19 found in WA after politicians from the state boarded their flights to Canberra.
Indian authorities blocked internet services to quell civil unrest
After weeks of protests and clashes with authorities, farmers and allies around New Delhi have participated in a hunger strike, angry at new agricultural laws they say benefit large private food buyers at the expense of producers.
Tens of thousands of farmers have been camped at protest sites on the outskirts of the capital for more than two months.
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Britain offering new citizenship route for Hong Kong citizens
Britain offered a new citizenship route for Hong Kong citizens with a new visa offering due to the colonial agreements back in 1997.
China will not recognise British National Overseas passports held by Hong Kong residents starting from 31st of January.
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Over 5,000 Russian protesters arrested and jailed
Following the arrest of Alexey Navalny, tens of thousands of protesters have taken to the streets across Russia to demand the release of the jailed opposition leader.
The protests have seen more than 5, 000 people arrested as of Sunday, in what is the latest in nationwide protests that have rattled the Kremlin.
Pharmacists to dispecse cannabis oil
Pharmacists can dispense Low dose cannabidiol oil, better known as CBD oil, up to 150mg a day without a prescription on Monday.
Previously, patients found difficulties in finding doctors who were knowledgeable and interested, but the long awaiting and restrictive prescription is essential prerequisite for any dispensary.
Wheelchair Basketball squads vying for finals
Australia’s senior men’s and women’s Wheelchair Basketball squads are currently participating at Basketball Australia’s Centre of Excellence.
The 20-person strong squads are vying for a spot in the final teams ahead of this year’s Tokyo Paralympic Games.
The 'almost homeless' on the rise
Journalist Therese Hall's thesis about homeless single women, who worked all their lives, married, raised families, ran businesses and owned homes.
However, numbers have been increasing since 2011 which put them into a constant house-sitting situation.
Organisations to receive welfare grants
11 organisations are expected to receive racing animal welfare grants, Racing Minister Grace Grace announced today.
Queensland’s Acting Racing Integrity Commissioner Mark Ainsworth said the projects promoted and supported the Commission’s animal welfare objectives, including maximising the post-racing career of racing horses and greyhounds.