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Australia To Continue Using AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine Despite Europe Pause
Some countries have temporarily suspended the vaccine after reports of possible serious side-effects.
By Renju Jose, Reuters

How To Watch The 2021 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade
Happy Mardi Gras! Here's what you need to know about the performances, floats and TV broadcast.
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From Rhapsody Of Love to The Farewell, Here Are 14 Must-See Films Starring Asian Australians
Chloe Zhao's Golden Globes win is a reminder to Australia to seek out more Asian representation in front of and behind the camera.
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Migrant Leaders Are Beating COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy One WhatsApp At A Time
Migrant leaders use common sense and community spirit to defeat vaccine misinformation and mistrust in the government.
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Australian Media Code Passed By Parliament After Last-Ditch Changes
The new law is designed to force Google andFacebookto pay publishers for news.
By Colin Packham, Reuters

Karl Stefanovic Grills MAFS Star Sam Over His Treatment Of Wife Coco
The 'Today' show host was upset by Tuesday's episode of 'Married At First Sight.'
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Facebook Reverses Australia News Ban In 'Proxy Battle For The World'
Australias proposed laws are seen as a possible template for other nations.
By Byron Kaye and Colin Packham, Reuters

Like Hritier Lumumba, These 7 Culturally Diverse Australians Had To Change Their Names
From mockery to mispronunciation, here's what drove the ex-Collingwood player and others to adopt monikers that are more "anglicised".
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'Up Yours': Karl Stefanovic Blasts Facebook After It Bans News Content In Australia
The 'Today' show host didn't mince his words with a stern message: "Up yours, Facebook".
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