A translation of the Nauruan president’s remarks will stay suppressed for a decade – but secrecy in Australia’s offshore policy is nothing new

US President Donald Trump has announced the sale of F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, a decision that will involve critical components from Australia. This move raises concerns among experts regarding Australia's potential complicity in human rights violations associated with the Saudi regime.

England's cricket team showcased a dominant performance against Australia, highlighted by Mark Wood's impactful bowling after Jofra Archer's departure. Despite initial setbacks, including Zak Crawley's early wicket, the match evolved into an entertaining spectacle with 19 wickets falling, reflecting the high stakes of the Ashes series.

Updates from Perth indicate that England won the toss and chose to bat in the first Test of the Ashes series against Australia. The match marks the beginning of a highly anticipated cricket rivalry, with Jake Weatherald set to debut for Australia. Pre-match banter has intensified, particularly involving former England spinner Monty Panesar and Australian captain Steve Smith.

The Australian government has added the streaming platform Twitch to its ban on social media access for teenagers under 16, which will take effect next month. This ban also includes popular platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat. The legislation aims to protect minors from potential online risks.

Australia has introduced a groundbreaking law that bans children under the age of 16 from accessing major social media platforms. This legislation aims to mitigate the risks that minors face online, although it has faced criticism from various stakeholders.

Steve Smith, Australia's acting captain, responded to Monty Panesar's comments regarding the 2018 sandpaper ball-tampering scandal, suggesting that England's team should use it to unsettle him. Smith downplayed the remarks but referenced Panesar's poor performance on the quiz show Mastermind in 2019 as a retort. This exchange highlights the ongoing tensions as the Ashes series approaches.

Meta announced that it will deactivate Instagram and Facebook accounts for Australian users under the age of 16 starting next month. This decision comes as part of a new social media regulation in Australia aimed at protecting minors online, which will take effect on December 10.

Lucia Braham has dedicated the last decade to documenting women in motorcycle culture across Australia and the US. Her latest exhibition is currently on display at the Enmore Hotel in Enmore, coinciding with the 2025 Head On photo festival's Open Program, and will run until November 30.