Indo-Pacific

The Guardian

November 30, 2025

Ivan Milat Murder Mystery Deepens as Cold Case Probe Seeks Victims

UK detective believes notorious Australian serial killer Ivan Milat's victim count far exceeds seven convictions, as NSW launches inquiry into unsolved murders.

#Australia #criminal-justice #international-cooperation

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Al Jazeera

November 30, 2025

Kyrgyzstan's Snap Election Consolidates Presidential Power

President Sadyr Japarov strengthens grip on power through parliamentary elections with no meaningful opposition amid media crackdowns.

#Kyrgyzstan #Central Asia #authoritarianism

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The Guardian

November 30, 2025

Kazakhstan Couple's $1.18M Casino Heist Exposes Gaming Vulnerabilities

A sophisticated cheating operation involving hidden cameras and earpieces netted a Kazakhstani couple over $1 million from Sydney's Crown casino, highlighting vulnerabilities in modern gaming security systems.

#casino-fraud #kazakhstan #australia-crime

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The New York Times

November 30, 2025

Sri Lanka Cyclone Crisis: 150+ Deaths Expose Infrastructure Gaps

A devastating cyclone kills over 150 in Sri Lanka, overwhelming rescue operations as transport and communication networks collapse across the island nation.

#Sri Lanka #cyclone disaster #humanitarian crisis

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The Guardian

November 30, 2025

Climate Protests Disrupt Newcastle Port as Aviation Safety Concerns Rise

Climate activists block third coal ship at Australia's largest coal port while a deadly plane collision raises aviation safety questions, highlighting environmental and infrastructure challenges.

#Australia #climate activism #coal exports

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BBC

November 29, 2025

Australia's Weather Site Redesign Sparks National Digital Outcry

The Bureau of Meteorology's website overhaul has triggered widespread public backlash, highlighting the critical role of digital infrastructure in modern governance.

#australia #digital-governance #public-services

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The Guardian

November 29, 2025

Australian 'Mineral' Sunscreen Premium Pricing Exposed as Marketing

UNSW testing reveals expensive 'mineral' sunscreens contain nearly identical chemicals to cheaper alternatives, highlighting consumer protection concerns in Australia's regulated cosmetics market.

#Australia #consumer-protection #regulatory-oversight

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Al Jazeera

November 28, 2025

Venezuela Crisis: Visual Guide to Political Turmoil and Migration

Comprehensive visual analysis reveals Venezuela's complex political landscape, economic collapse, and massive migration crisis affecting millions across Latin America.

#Venezuela #migration-crisis #oil-politics

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The New York Times

November 28, 2025

Cyclone Ditwah Devastates Sri Lanka: 56 Dead as Storm Heads to India

Cyclone Ditwah has killed 56 people in Sri Lanka with heavy rainfall forecast across the island nation as the storm moves northwest toward India.

#Sri Lanka #Cyclone Ditwah #South Asia

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Deutsche Welle

November 28, 2025

German Government Faces Parliamentary Crisis Over Budget Policies

Germany's ruling coalition confronts intense scrutiny as parliament debates controversial budget measures and pension reforms that threaten political stability.

#Germany #European-Union #Budget-Crisis

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Al Jazeera

November 28, 2025

Guinea-Bissau Coup Reflects West Africa's Democratic Crisis

Military takeover in Guinea-Bissau continues alarming trend of coups across West Africa, threatening regional stability and democratic progress.

#West Africa #military coup #Guinea-Bissau

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The Guardian

November 27, 2025

Academic Freedom Controversy: Professor Claims University Immunity

Anti-abortion activist Joanna Howe alleges University of Adelaide granted her immunity from pro-choice complaints, raising questions about academic freedom.

#academic-freedom #australia-politics #reproductive-rights

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