The assassination of a US right-wing activist has sparked outrage among Australian MPs, while concerns over Israel's actions in Qatar draw strong condemnation from Australian leaders and prompt questions about Israel's adherence to international law, as Pacific leaders also convene to discuss regional peace and climate resilience.
A senator faces consequences for comments on Indian migration, leading to her sacking from the shadow cabinet, while white supremacist activity at Bondi Beach highlights broader concerns about the rise of fascism and extremism in society.
Australia's digital rollout is hampered by red tape, raising warnings about the telco sector's readiness for the AI revolution, while an extensive international investigation exposes big tech's global lobbying tactics and infiltration of Latin American regulators, detailing responses from major tech companies and journalists' insights into this influence.
First home buyers face a worrying trend of increasing prices, job cuts at major banks due to AI advancements are framed as a win for customers, and calls for a new banking royal commission intensify amid billions lost to scams, while a billionaire faces a significant legal bill after a high-profile defamation loss.