Immigration ban: Australian author Mem Fox detained by US customs officers
Bestselling Australian author Mem Fox was detained at the Los Angeles Airport and questioned for two hours by customs officers. Fox said she may never return to the United States after the experience.
Apple stock closes at new high amid iPhone 8 speculations
Apple Inc.’s shares enjoyed a 52-week high, as the stock upped by about 1.3 percent last Thursday to close the week at US$136.66. For the year to date, Apple stock has increased by about 18 percent. With this achievement, it maintains its position as the Dow Jones Industrial Average's best performing stock this year.
Australia can build a cheap power grid relying on 100 percent renewable energy: Research
Australia can construct a secure and inexpensive energy grid that will use 100 percent renewable energy, according to the findings of a new research conducted by the Australia National University (ANU). Moreover, the new grid can be created using existing technologies.
Etsy's new upgrade to bulk-edit tools not received well by sellers
While Etsy introduced new and better seller tools on Valentines Day, some of the rolled out changes are being met with difficulty and criticism.
Iron ore prices hit following Tuesday's high, commodity prices expected to go down
Chinese futures in terms of iron ore prices sustained a downfall on Friday. This comes on the heels of Australia’s central bank’s expectation that prices of commodities will go down again.
16-year-old autistic girl to be deported after failing immigration medical assessments
A 16-year-old girl, who suffers from autism and has been living in Australia for eight years, could be deported. This comes after she could not clear immigration medical assessments.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu hopes to 'at least double or triple' bilateral trade with Australia
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he would like to triple the bilateral trade with Australia. The two countries will work together on technological innovation and strengthen their aviation ties, offering easier ways for people to travel between the two countries.
Aussie dollar reaches new 2017 high, goes past 77 US cents
The Aussie dollar soared against the US currency on Friday, climbing past 77 US cents. The Australian dollar reached 77.14 US cents.
French man who tried smuggling Vegemite-smeared drugs into Melbourne music festival faces deportation
A French drug trafficker who put Vegemite on bags of drugs at a Melbourne music festival was caught and is now facing deportation. A sniffer dog detected the drug smeared with Vegemite at the Electric Parade Festival on Feb. 28.
Iron ore prices suffer heaviest fall for one day since Jan 6
Iron ore prices appeared to suffer following a good run after the Lunar New Year holiday. On Thursday, stock markets sustained a downfall after a late drop was seen in Chinese futures.
Excessive drug use in WA linked to high income: Premier Colin Barnett
Premier Colin Barnett claimed that drug use is in abundance in Western Australia because of high incomes. However, this claim has been opposed by the state’s police commissioner.
Missing 14-week-old pug Egg has died, his body was 'disposed of'
Egg, whose disappearance prompted a citywide search in Sydney, as been confirmed dead. Police say the pug’s body was “disposed of.”
Melbourne plane crash: Wives of victims learned about disaster by traffic delays
The wives of the four American victims of Tuesday’s Melbourne plane crash learned about the tragedy when they heard about traffic disruptions. Dennelle Wicht, the sister of Greg De Haven, said the wives of the tourists were going to a shopping centre when they learned about the disaster.
Julie Bishop extends invitation to US Vice President to visit Australia following UK protests
Foreign Affairs Minister Julie Bishop has extended an invitation to US Vice President Mike Pence to visit Australia and the Pacific region. The invitation was issued during Bishop’s meeting with Pence in Washington, DC.
Australian Energy Market Operator denies claims Victoria power supply was at risk during NSW heatwave
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has dismissed claims that power supply in Victoria was at risk during the extreme heatwave that struck New South Wales this month. The state’s energy network was overloaded to its extreme as temperatures reached record-breaking levels.
SBS campaign 'Face up to Racism,' which addresses racial biasness in Australia, kicks off next week
A divided opinion is seen when people are asked whether Australia is racist or not. In an attempt to address the issue, an SBS campaign concerning racism will begin next week.
Order of Australia recipient Boris Trajkov faces drug charges, accused of stealing millions
An Order of Australia recipient from Melbourne is facing charges of drug offences. Boris Trajkov, a former SBS radio journalist who was awarded the honour for his services to the Macedonian community, was taken in custody in January.
Refugee deal: Julie Bishop won't characterise Nauru, Manus Island deal with US as 'people swap'
Foreign Minister Julie Bishop has said she would not describe the US refugee resettlement deal struck between Australia and the outgoing Obama administration as a “people swap.” This comes amid reports that Australia would not admit refugees from Costa Rica until America welcomes refugees from Nauru and Manus Island.
US to deploy 1,000 troops to Poland, Russian foreign minister calls NATO a 'Cold War institution'
The United States will be deploying 1,000 soldiers to Poland in late March this year. The move by the US Army’s European headquarters in Germany comes as NATO steps up its military presence in eastern Europe -– something that has been opposed by Russia.
Iron ore prices continue to surge, reach nearly $100 a tonne
Iron ore spot markets rose to a multi-year high on Tuesday. Metal Bulletin notes the spot price for benchmark 62 percent fines increased by 2.73 percent to $94.86 a tonne. This comes as the highest recorded level since nearly three years.
Melbourne music festival 'awash with drugs,' several taken to hospitals in critical condition
As many as 25 people were transported to hospitals after consuming drugs at a Melbourne dance party. Many of those sick after overdosing on drugs were in critical condition.
Foreign Minister Julie Bishop to meet US VP Pence to 'reinforce Australia's committment to the alliance'
Foreign Minister Julie Bishop will pay a visit to the US to meet with Trump officials this week. She is scheduled to meet US Vice President Mike Pence and US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson.
'Energy catastrophe' in Australia possible unless new gas power is built: BlueScope boss
BlueScope’s chief executive said an energy crisis is possible in Australia if a new baseload power generation is not built to substitute coal-fired power stations. With this, BlueScope boss Paul O’Malley stressed on the importance of addressing energy security in order to avoid what he said was an “energy catastrophe.”
Rise of far-right prompts Victorian Government to launch anti-racism campaign
The Victorian Government has introduced a new campaign to combat racial discrimination. The push comes in an effort to counter the rise of the far right in Victoria.
Family of four could face deportation for checking wrong box on visa application
A mistake of checking the wrong box on a visa application form can have dire consequences for a Greek family. The family of four – Nina Christidi, her husband, Stefanos Stefanoglou, and their two children – have been in Australia for five years.
MP George Christensen apologises to Barnaby Joyce, says he is 'loyal to the National Party'
North Queensland MP George Christensen has apologised to Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce for threatening to quit. Christensen, who threatened to resign from the government over the Queensland sugar dispute, reaffirmed his stance not to ditch the Coalition.
Racist anti-Asian messages found on Chinese Australian real estate agent's billboard ad
A Chinese Australian real estate agent found racist and hateful messages on his billboard ads in Sydney’s North Shore. Yancheng Wang discovered black and white posters with anti-Asian messages stuck on his advertisements at a construction side in Ryde on Feb. 13.
Travel ban: Relatives of 9/11 victims gather in NY to condemn Donald Trump's order
Relatives of some of the victims of the 9/11 attacks gathered in New York to demonstrate against the travel ban imposed by US President Donald Trump. The crowd of around 10 people came together at New York’s Battery Park, close to the site of the attacks on Twin Towers. Several of those said Trump, through the order, was inducing fear.
Russia military vehicles travel to Arctic region, to form new air defence
Russia will be developing a new air defence division in the Arctic in an effort to up security in the region, the country’s Aerospace Forces announced on Sunday. The move comes as Russia strengthens its military presence in the Arctic territories.
Iron ore prices on the rise, demand expected to remain strong
Iron ore prices have witnessed a deviation from market expectations as the demand and prices of Chinese steel see new highs. Following three days of losses, iron ore spot markets returned to stable conditions on Friday.
