Australia's intelligence chief reveals a foreign espionage operation and a compromise of sensitive data in the nation.
According to the head of the nation's primary intelligence agency, foreign spies are active in Australia. The so-called team has enlisted politicians and academics in Australia to obtain confidential data.
In southern Gaza, an Israeli strike claimed the life of the boss of Al Jazeera's bureau in Gaza, his eldest son. While traveling in southern Gaza with other reporters, Hamza al-Dahdouh, an Al Jazeera journalist and videographer, was hit by a drone. A third reporter suffered injuries, and Mustafa Thuraya, a freelance journalist, also perished.
The global problem of illegal fishing jeopardizes marine ecosystems, food security, and regional stability. The UN Food and Agriculture Organization estimates that illegal fishing costs the world economy about $23 billion annually. Stay tuned for additional information!
Niagara, Canada, announces a state of emergency due to a solar eclipse.
On April 8, 2024, a solar eclipse will take place; it will be the first of the year. According to NASA, the total solar eclipse will cross the US, Canada, and Mexico on its way across North America. The Niagara area of Ontario had proclaimed a state of emergency prior to that.
As Easter draws near, millions worldwide prepare for their yearly chocolate extravaganza, indulging in sweet, delicious delicacies like Easter eggs and bunnies. However, a severe crisis—a worldwide scarcity of cacao—lies beneath this joyous occasion. See to find out more!
Aid organizations warn of potential famine in Sudan amid the displacement crisis
Due to the ongoing war in Sudan, almost 18 million people are experiencing severe famine. While some have sought safety in neighboring countries, a large number of them are inaccessible to relief organizations. Since the fighting between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces started last year, more than 500,000 Sudanese have fled to South Sudan, according to the UN.
Women in Afghanistan are suffering under the Taliban, according to refugees from that country living in Australia. To help with their suffering, they host fundraisers and provide assistance. Once again, the Taliban begin a new school year in Afghanistan devoid of female students. Women's rights in Afghanistan are still not fully respected.
Myanmar's military has carried out airstrikes on a community controlled by the pro-democracy resistance in the northwest of the country, resulting in the deaths of at least 17 people.
Peace in the Israel-Hamas conflict seems unlikely.
There is growing pressure on Israel to call off hostilities. Brazil's president has compared Israel's battle against Hamas to Holocast. Along with mounting calls for a humanitarian truce, a number of politicians from the US, Australia, Canada, UK, EU, and Jordan backed Israel's proposal to halt and retreat from a planned ground offensive in the southern Gazan city of Rafah. Are chances of an Israel-Hamas truce, however, slim?
Australia-China conflict: discussions on trade tariffs and regional security
Note to our audience: There are flash photography moments in this article. Australia and China claim they are headed toward improving their relations after years of strain and economic conflicts. Four years ago, the Australian government endorsed calls for an investigation into the origins of Covid-19, which caused a deterioration in relations. Trade tariffs imposed by China in retaliation are projected to have cost the Australian economy $13.7 billion.
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