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February 17, 2026 • 3 min read • James Chen

Yuto Totsuka Triumphs Over Scotty James in Epic Halfpipe Duel

In a thrilling halfpipe competition, Japan's Yuto Totsuka narrowly defeated Australia's Scotty James, showcasing remarkable skills.

#snowboarding #sports-rivalry #Japan

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Record Profits Surge for Commonwealth Bank Amid Housing Frenzy

The Guardian

February 11, 2026

Record Profits Surge for Commonwealth Bank Amid Housing Frenzy

Commonwealth Bank posts $5.45bn profit as investor interest in Australia's hot housing market grows.

#housing market #investment #economy

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Australian Police Scrutiny Intensifies After Protest Crackdown

Al Jazeera

February 10, 2026

Australian Police Scrutiny Intensifies After Protest Crackdown

Australia's police face growing scrutiny over a forceful crackdown on pro-Palestinian protests, raising concerns about civil rights.

#Australia #Police #Protests

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Bondi Beach Attack Highlights Australia's Rising Antisemitic Crisis

The Guardian

December 20, 2025

Bondi Beach Attack Highlights Australia's Rising Antisemitic Crisis

A violent incident during Hanukkah celebrations at Sydney's iconic Bondi Beach underscores Australia's alarming surge in antisemitic attacks since 2023.

#Australia #antisemitism #Bondi Beach

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Australia Considers Anti-Hate Laws After Jewish Community Attack

The New York Times

December 19, 2025

Australia Considers Anti-Hate Laws After Jewish Community Attack

Australia debates new hate crime legislation following a mass shooting at Jewish holiday celebration, sparking controversy over protest restrictions and civil liberties.

#Australia #hate-crime-legislation #civil-liberties

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Australia Tightens Hate Speech Laws After Bondi Shooting Incident

BBC

December 19, 2025

Australia Tightens Hate Speech Laws After Bondi Shooting Incident

Australian PM unveils comprehensive hate speech reforms including enhanced penalties and expanded visa cancellation powers following the Bondi shooting incident.

#Australia #hate-speech #immigration-policy

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Australia Vows Antisemitism Crackdown After Bondi Beach Attack

Deutsche Welle

December 19, 2025

Australia Vows Antisemitism Crackdown After Bondi Beach Attack

PM Albanese pledges nationwide action against antisemitism following deadly shooting at Jewish festival. Gun law reforms under consideration amid rising hate crimes.

#Australia #antisemitism #hate-crimes

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Rabbi's Funeral Highlights Rising Antisemitism in Australia

The New York Times

December 18, 2025

Rabbi's Funeral Highlights Rising Antisemitism in Australia

The funeral of Rabbi Eli Schlanger, killed in the Bondi Beach synagogue attack, underscores growing concerns about antisemitic violence in Australia.

#antisemitism #Australia #security

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Australia Unveils Hate Speech Crackdown Following Bondi Incident

BBC

December 18, 2025

Australia Unveils Hate Speech Crackdown Following Bondi Incident

Australian PM introduces stringent measures against hate speech including visa cancellations and enhanced penalties following recent Bondi shooting incident.

#Australia #hate-speech #immigration-policy

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Heroes of Bondi: Dashcam Reveals Couple's Fatal Stand Against Terror

The New York Times

December 18, 2025

Heroes of Bondi: Dashcam Reveals Couple's Fatal Stand Against Terror

Newly released dashcam footage shows Boris and Sofia Gurman's heroic attempt to disarm suspected Bondi Beach attackers. The couple died protecting others.

#Australia #terrorism #public-security

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Australia Unveils Tough Anti-Hate Laws After Bondi Attack Sparks Unrest

BBC

December 18, 2025

Australia Unveils Tough Anti-Hate Laws After Bondi Attack Sparks Unrest

Australian PM introduces stringent hate speech penalties and visa cancellation powers following Bondi shooting incident that triggered community tensions.

#Australia #hate speech #immigration policy

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Australia's Antisemitism Laws Spark Debate After Bondi Terror Attack

The Guardian

December 18, 2025

Australia's Antisemitism Laws Spark Debate After Bondi Terror Attack

Australia's Jewish community welcomes new hate speech legislation as a 'first step' following the Bondi beach terror attack, while critics warn of potential political misuse.

#Australia #antisemitism #hate-speech-laws

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Yuto Totsuka Triumphs Over Scotty James in Epic Halfpipe Duel

Record Profits Surge for Commonwealth Bank Amid Housing Frenzy

Australian Police Scrutiny Intensifies After Protest Crackdown

Bondi Beach Attack Highlights Australia's Rising Antisemitic Crisis

Australia Considers Anti-Hate Laws After Jewish Community Attack

Australia Tightens Hate Speech Laws After Bondi Shooting Incident

Australia Vows Antisemitism Crackdown After Bondi Beach Attack

Rabbi's Funeral Highlights Rising Antisemitism in Australia

Australia Unveils Hate Speech Crackdown Following Bondi Incident

Heroes of Bondi: Dashcam Reveals Couple's Fatal Stand Against Terror

Australia Unveils Tough Anti-Hate Laws After Bondi Attack Sparks Unrest

Australia's Antisemitism Laws Spark Debate After Bondi Terror Attack