‘Ne Zha 2’ Smashes Global Box Office Records
The animated hit ‘Ne Zha 2’ breaks records with $1.66B global earnings, captivating audiences from the Chinese mainland to Australia.
Australia
China Calls Out Australia for Airspace Violation Near Xisha Islands
China has formally raised concerns with Australia over a military aircraft’s intrusion into its airspace near the Xisha Islands, emphasizing the violation of sovereignty and regional stability.
Two Chinese Nationals Killed in Australian Great Ocean Road Accident
Two Chinese nationals were killed and three injured in a traffic accident on Australia’s Great Ocean Road. The Chinese Consulate in Melbourne swiftly responded to assist the families.
Eastern Australia Sees 50% Drop in Waterbird Population Amid Severe Drought
Waterbird numbers in eastern Australia have halved in a year due to severe dry conditions, according to a new UNSW survey.
Australia Launches Genetically Engineered Mosquito Initiative to Combat Deadly Diseases
Australia partners with Oxitec to release genetically engineered mosquitoes aimed at reducing deadly disease spread from dengue, Zika, and yellow fever carriers.
Australia Enforces Tough Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Australia has enacted a law banning children under 16 from using social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, marking a significant move in regulating Big Tech.
Australia Moves Closer to Banning Social Media for Under-16s
Australia edges closer to banning social media for children under 16, sparking debate among parents, youth, and tech giants.
Australia Halts Misinformation Laws, Pushes New Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Australia has abandoned its proposed misinformation laws amid Senate opposition and is fast-tracking a groundbreaking bill to ban under-16s from social media.
Australia Enacts Landmark Social Media Age Restrictions to Protect Youth
Australia’s Labor Party introduces legislation enforcing a 16+ age limit on social media, imposing hefty fines on non-compliant tech firms to protect youth.
Southern Hemisphere’s Only Giant Pandas Return to China After 15 Years
After 15 years at Adelaide Zoo, the Southern Hemisphere’s only giant pandas, Wang Wang and Fu Ni, have returned to China, marking a milestone in Australia-China conservation efforts.