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Victorian MP’s Men’s Behaviour Change Role Draws Renewed Backlash

Critics argue it demonises all men and overlooks male suicide rates, where men account for 76.5% of Australia’s 3,214 deaths in 2023.

Social media users criticised van Onselen’s stance, defending the prosecution of alleged war crimes.

It also mandates clear upfront terms and ends drip pricing, where hidden fees pop up late.

Journalist Liam Bartlett challenged Bowen on prioritising ideology over energy security,

Nominations reopened briefly, with challengers either rejected or withdrawing, leaving Deeming as the only contender awaiting formal endorsement.

Oracle confirmed cutting up to 30,000 jobs worldwide last week—a 19% workforce reduction in a $2.1 billion push toward AI infrastructure.

Most respondents oppose the idea, arguing that pork is part of American culture.

Programming disruptions included no News Breakfast, BBC replacements for 7.30 and AM, and music-only shifts on Triple J.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers doubled fines for price gouging to $100 million, with over 500 reports to regulators.

Trump extended a 48-hour ultimatum by five days, claiming productive talks.