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World leaders condemn China’s Hong Kong security law, US passes sanctions

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China warns countries to stay out of domestic affairs, after Australia said it was actively considering offering safe haven to Hong Kong residents and the UK announced it could offer residency to Hong Kong citizens, as Beijing Parliament approved the controversial new “security law” for Hong Kong on Tuesday. “Countries that we hadn’t heard before, … Read more World leaders condemn China’s Hong Kong security law, US passes sanctions

UK to face ‘consequences’ on residency offers to Hong Kong citizens, China says

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China warns countries to stay out of domestic affairs, after Australia said it was actively considering offering safe haven to Hong Kong residents and the UK announced it could offer residency to Hong Kong citizens, as Beijing Parliament approved the controversial new “security law” for Hong Kong on Tuesday. In the following day, hundreds of … Read more UK to face ‘consequences’ on residency offers to Hong Kong citizens, China says

UK will bear ‘consequences’ offering residency to Hong Kong citizens over security law, China says

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China warns countries to stay out of domestic affairs, after Australia said it was actively considering offering safe haven to Hong Kong residents and the UK announced it could offer residency to Hong Kong citizens, as Beijing Parliament approved the controversial new “security law” for Hong Kong on Tuesday. In the following day, hundreds of … Read more UK will bear ‘consequences’ offering residency to Hong Kong citizens over security law, China says

Australia May Offer Safe Haven to Hong Kong Residents, Morrison Says

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Australia’s Prime Minister said Thursday his government was considering an offer of safe haven to Hong Kong residents threatened by China’s move to impose a tough national security law on the semi-autonomous territory. Prime Minister Scott Morrison said Cabinet would soon consider options “to provide similar opportunities” as British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has offered … Read more Australia May Offer Safe Haven to Hong Kong Residents, Morrison Says

China warns of ‘consequences’ if UK offers residency to Hong Kong citizens over security law

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China warns countries to stay out of domestic affairs, after Australia said it was actively considering offering safe haven to Hong Kong residents, as Beijing Parliament approved the controversial new “security law” for Hong Kong on Tuesday. In the following day, hundreds of arrests were made in the territory. “There seems to be a political … Read more China warns of ‘consequences’ if UK offers residency to Hong Kong citizens over security law

Australia’s first official air mail flight remembered | 7.30

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Last week, communities in northern New South Wales became part of living history with a re-enactment of the first official air mail delivery. It came after years of detective work by a local stamp collector. Read more here: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-07-01/first-official-trial-for-australian-air-mail-service-lismore/12410282 For more from ABC News, click here: https://ab.co/2kxYCZY You can watch more ABC News content on … Read more Australia’s first official air mail flight remembered | 7.30

Ancient Aboriginal underwater archaeological sites discovered off Pilbara coast | ABC News

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Scientists have discovered Australia’s first ever ancient Aboriginal underwater archaeological sites, settled on the sea bed for thousands of years. Read more here: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-07-02/aboriginal-underwater-site-discovered-off-burrup-peninsula/12391858 For more from ABC News, click here: https://ab.co/2kxYCZY You can watch more ABC News content on iview: https://ab.co/2OB7Mk1 Subscribe to us on YouTube: http://ab.co/1svxLVE Go deeper on our ABC News In-depth … Read more Ancient Aboriginal underwater archaeological sites discovered off Pilbara coast | ABC News

Australia and UK may offer help to Hong Kong residents – News

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Australia is considering safe haven proposals for Hong Kong residents, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said, after China imposed a new national security law on the financial hub. Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/reuterssubscribe Reuters brings you the latest business, finance and breaking news video from around the globe. Our reputation for accuracy and impartiality is unparalleled. Get the latest … Read more Australia and UK may offer help to Hong Kong residents – News

Australia’s iconic Blue Poles goes under major restoration

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The coronavirus pandemic has closed art institutions around the world, among them, the National Gallery of Australia. But the closure has allowed conservation work to begin on one of the most prominent paintings in its collection, Jackson Pollock’s Blue Poles. Al Jazeera’s Nicola Gage reports from Canberra, Australia. – Subscribe to our channel: http://aje.io/AJSubscribe – … Read more Australia’s iconic Blue Poles goes under major restoration

Hong Kong residents could be offered safe haven in Australia amid security law crackdown | ABC News

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Hong Kong residents looking to flee China’s crackdown could be offered safe-haven in Australia. It follows another night of unrest with more than 370 people detained for protesting Beijing’s draconian national security law. Scott Morrison has labelled the latest developments ‘concerning’ and that his government is moving quickly to offer assistance. Read more here: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-07-02/australia-considering-offering-safe-haven-to-hong-kong-residents/12415482 … Read more Hong Kong residents could be offered safe haven in Australia amid security law crackdown | ABC News

First human trials of potential coronavirus vaccine developed in Adelaide about to begin | ABC News

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The first human trials of a potential coronavirus vaccine developed in Australia are underway in Adelaide. If successful, a vaccine will be available from next year. But researchers have warned Australia may be left without supplies if the United States buys up big as it’s done with the only drug which is licensed to treat … Read more First human trials of potential coronavirus vaccine developed in Adelaide about to begin | ABC News

Would you trust apps made in China? | Download This Show

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India has banned 59 apps originating from China, including the hugely popular social media app TikTok. Jeremy Kirk, Executive editor at Information Security Media Group, and journalist and audio producer Olivia Rosenman join Marc Fennell to explain whether Australia and other countries should be concerned. Download This Show podcasts at https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/downloadthisshow/

LAST-DITCH TACKLES Top Ten Try-Saving Tackles From Rugby World Cup 2015

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Which one was your favourite? Let us know below! We count down the best try-saving tackles from Rugby World Cup 2015 including last-ditch efforts from Australia’s Bernard Foley, Scotland’s Stuart Hogg and Japan’s Kotaro Matsushima. SUBSCRIBE to World Rugby on Youtube – https://youtube.com/user/irb For news, stories, highlights and more, go to our official website at     … Read more LAST-DITCH TACKLES Top Ten Try-Saving Tackles From Rugby World Cup 2015

Meet my Horses – with Dressage rider Talicia Beardsmore | Guest Vlog

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Talicia Beardsmore is a 20-year-old Dressage rider from New South Wales, Australia, who is going to introduce you to her horses and is telling you about herself. Her 25-year-old pony Jeopardy is the first horse Talicia ever got and she is semi-retired. Besides Jeopardy, Talicia also introduces you to Bambi who is 5 years old. … Read more Meet my Horses – with Dressage rider Talicia Beardsmore | Guest Vlog

The federal government announces a new defence strategy | 7.30

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Prime Minister Scott Morrison warned today that the post covid world would be “poorer, more dangerous, and more disorderly” and compared it to the global instability of the 1930s and 1940s. They were sober words to launch a much more aggressive military strategy for Australia, clearly reflecting concerns about China. For more from ABC News, … Read more The federal government announces a new defence strategy | 7.30