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Australian Federal Police intel leads to record child rescue operation in Philippines

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11 months ago

July 5, 2023

The rescue was a joint operation between Australian Federal Police, Australian Border Force and the Philippine National Police

Sixteen children have been removed from harm in the Philippines through a joint operation between Australian and Philippine law enforcement agencies – believed to be the most child abuse victims rescued by any of the agencies at one time.

The children, the youngest aged 10, were rescued during a search warrant in the Northern Philippines last month, which was initiated after Australian Border Force (AFB) examined a man’s luggage as he was returning from the Philippines in January.

The Queensland man, 56, was found to have child abuse material and messages detailing his intent to pay child abuse facilitators in the Philippines.

AFB then alerted the Australian Federal Police (AFP) who began investigating the man further, eventually working with the Philippine National Police (PNP) to rescue the children.

“This case highlights how vital it is for law enforcement agencies to share intelligence and resources globally, because predators are not confined by borders,” said AFP Senior Officer in Manila, Detective Superintendent Andrew Perkins.

“However, these children’s lives have been irrecoverably damaged and we know there are too many other children still at risk.”

A Sydney magistrate has issued an arrest warrant for the man after he allegedly failed to attend a scheduled court appearance in May to hear several charges relating to child abuse and material.

The PNP is continuing to search for other children allegedly identified in the investigation.

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Helicopter carrying Iran’s President Raisi crashes

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4 hours ago

May 20, 2024

Ahron Young

A helicopter carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his foreign minister crashed on Sunday as it was crossing mountain terrain in heavy fog.

The official said the lives of Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian were “at risk following the helicopter crash”, which happened on the way back from a visit to the border with Azerbaijan in Iran’s northwest.

“We are still hopeful but information coming from the crash site is very concerning,” the official told Reuters, speaking on condition of anonymity.

A helicopter carrying President Ebrahim Raisi takes off, May 19, 2024. Ali Hamed Haghdoust/IRNA/WANA via REUTERS

State TV quoted an official as saying at least one passenger and one crew member had been in contact with rescuers. It also said the helicopter had been found, though Iran’s Red Crescent denied this report.

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who holds ultimate power with a final say on foreign policy and Iran’s nuclear programme, sought to reassure Iranians, saying there would be no disruption to state affairs. #iran #trending

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Why Australia is becoming the new home of the Hollywood blockbuster

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3 days ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Australia’s multimillion-dollar campaign to attract Hollywood productions to its shores appears to be paying off.

The allure of Australia lies not only in its picturesque locations but also in its competitive financial incentives.

The government offers generous rebates and tax breaks to international productions, making it an attractive proposition for filmmakers looking to maximise their budgets.

Despite the recent intake of Hollywood productions down under such as ‘The Fall Guy’ and ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’, Aussie independents are still finding the space to carve their own creative path.

Rob Fantozzi joined the program to discuss the latest in Hollywood, and showcased his own upcoming project – ‘Omerta‘. #featured

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Portal between countries shut down after international flashing

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3 days ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

An international video portal has been forced to shut down after an OnlyFans model reportedly flashed passersby from across the globe.

On this episode of Ahron and Mike Live – Which would you prefer; pay rise or work perks, an international portal closes, the military reveal a submarine stingray and are you on a top or bottom burger bun?

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Mike Loder discuss. #featured #trending