During the confrontation, police fired rubber bullets at demonstrators, with both sides accusing each other of inciting violence. Victoria Police anticipated the demonstrations, deploying over 1,000 officers in their largest planned operation in 24 years. By mid-morning, around 500 protesters had gathered outside the venue, according to Victorian Greens MP Gabrielle de Vietri, who claimed to have witnessed police using “excessive force.” She described seeing people injured by rubber bullets and pepper spray. Victoria Police Chief Commissioner Shane Patton dismissed the accusations, calling the protesters’ behavior “absolutely appalling” and labeling them “hypocrites. Ambulance Victoria reported two people hospitalized but did…
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Europe has once again reduced interest rates as the economic recovery stumbles. The European Central Bank headquarters in Frankfurt, Germany, as shown on September 9, 2024. Photo by Boris Roessler/picture-alliance/dpa/AP The European Central Bank (ECB) cut interest rates again on Thursday, marking the second reduction in recent months as inflation shows signs of easing and the European economy struggles. The decision, anticipated by many and agreed upon by all 26 ECB policymakers, brings the benchmark interest rate in the eurozone’s 20 nations down to 3.5%, a decrease from the previous 3.75%. This follows the ECB’s first rate cut in five…
Key Takeaways from the ABC Presidential Debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris The vice-presidential debate you described illustrates a sharp contrast in communication styles between the candidates. The vice president’s strategy was clearly aimed at undermining the former president’s credibility by highlighting his weaknesses and referencing widely held criticisms. In contrast, Trump responded by repeating known falsehoods, including conspiracy theories and claims of election fraud, which have been repeatedly debunked. his exchange reflects the intense polarization in U.S. politics, with both candidates using their rhetoric to appeal to their respective bases. Trump’s remarks about the nation “dying” are in…
Ukraine Targets Moscow with Largest Drone Assault Yet “I drew back the curtain and saw it hit the building right before my eyes,” he said. I grabbed my family, and we ran outside. The Ramenskoye district, located about 50 km (31 miles) southeast of the Kremlin, has a population of around 250,000, according to official data. Russia’s defense ministry reported that over 70 drones were shot down in the Bryansk region, with many more intercepted across other regions. No damage or casualties were reported in those areas. Drone Warfare As Russia makes advances in eastern Ukraine, Kyiv has intensified its…
Pope Francis arrives in the world’s largest Catholic nation outside Vatican City. Thousands of Timorese lined the streets of Dili as Pope Francis passed by in his popemobile, greeted by cheering crowds. He is set to lead an open-air Mass for 750,000 people, more than half the country’s population. The visit is overshadowed by recent revelations of clerical sexual abuse involving high-profile East Timor clergy. In his speech, the pope called on leaders to combat “every kind of abuse” and protect children. East Timor, one of the world’s youngest nations, has deep Catholic roots, with 97% of its 1.3 million…
Ukraine’s advance into Russia highlights Putin’s crisis management issues After Ukrainian troops breached a Russian border and advanced through Kursk, Putin took over a day to respond, later pledging military action only after significant losses. In March, following a deadly attack in Moscow, he delayed addressing the nation and blamed Ukraine and the West, despite ISIS-K’s claim of responsibility. During the Wagner mutiny last June, Putin’s response was erratic, initially condemning the mutiny but later offering contracts to the mercenaries and meeting their leader, who was later killed in a plane crash. This week, Putin visited School No. 1 in…