Proposed hate speech legislation is under scrutiny following a terror attack, with the Albanese government's stance on antisemitism linked from Gaza to Bondi, and new federal laws aimed at hate preachers expected.
Australian consumer sentiment is in focus amidst strong spending data, while new plans for critical minerals stockpiling are unveiled, and an Australia Post rival abruptly ceases operations.
China appoints a new trade negotiator ahead of a potential Trump visit, as US stocks and the dollar waver amid a deepening Trump-Fed feud, with the Fed chair reportedly subpoenaed and threatened with indictment.
Adelaide Writers Week faces cancellation due to lobby pressure, with concerns rising that WOMADelaide could be next as a Zionist group targets a Palestinian DJ.
The Iranian diaspora feels numb as the death toll from violent protests against the Islamic Republic regime continues to climb.
Toy maker Mattel expands its diverse doll line by introducing an autistic Barbie.