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Media and political complacency is letting Pauline Hanson re-write the rules on accountability

The media have the power to make Hanson’s tyrannical attitudes and behaviour a central issue, and their failure to use this power has only emboldened her.

  • Australian media allowing Pauline Hanson to rewrite accountability rules.
  • One Nation bans ABC and major newspapers from press conferences.
  • Media complacency enables Hanson's growth of support and divisive statements.

Culture

Willie Walker named new Fijiana XV head coach

The three-time Super Rugby Aupiki-winning coach has been appointed to lead the Fijian national women's team.

  • Willie Walker appointed as Fijiana XV head coach
  • Former Blues Women's coach with three Super Rugby Aupiki titles
  • First Test against Springbok Women on 8 August

World

Can a tech titan ace a test to fix India’s crisis-hit education system?

India’s tech titan Nandan Nilekani faces an uphill battle overhauling the country’s education system amid exam scandals, student protests and rising youth unemployment. Nilekani, co-founder of technology behemoth Infosys, was appointed head of a national task force for exam reforms following widespread anger and controversies over alleged…

Finance & Markets

Oil prices drop 7pc

NEW YORK: Oil prices fell about seven per cent to a three-week low on Monday after US President Donald Trump held off on a fresh attack on Iran in the hope of sealing a quick deal that could boost oil…

Business

Mari makes first private gas sale

ISLAMABAD: In a first, Mari Energies on Monday announced the award of about 17.5 million cubic feet per day (mmcfd) of natural gas to Universal Gas Distribution Company Ltd (UGDCL) from a new…

Science

How a lack of oxygen is releasing arsenic into wells around the Brahmaputra River Basin

Research Matters Staff Writer(s) Kharagpur 4 Aug 2026 Researchers have found why groundwater across one of the world’s most populated river basins is frequently contaminated with toxic elements.

  • Lack of oxygen in groundwater releases arsenic and nickel into wells.
  • Thick clay layers in Brahmaputra Basin create reducing environments.
  • Study predicts safe drilling locations based on sediment composition.
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