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Former police officer sentenced for violating George Floyd’s civil rights

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The police officer convicted of murdering George Floyd has been sentenced to 21 years

Derek Chauvin has been sentenced on separate federal charges of violating Floyd’s civil rights during his arrest in May 2020.

Chauvin pleaded guilty to the charges in December, and is already is serving a sentence of 22-and-a-half years in a Minnesota prison for Floyd’s murder.

“To put your knee on another person’s neck until they expire is wrong, and thus you need to be substantially punished.”

U.S. District Judge Paul Magnuson

It’s believed 46-year-old Chauvin did not offer an apology, and reportedly says the court was handling the case in a “politically charged environment”.

The former Minneapolis police officer admitted to violating Floyd’s right not to face “unreasonable seizure” by kneeling on his neck for more than nine minutes.

Floyd’s murder was captured on video and sparked the rise of the ‘Black Lives Matter’ movement across the U.S.

His mother also spoke to the court, saying her son had been wrongly called a racist.

This new sentence will run concurrently and Chauvin is expected to move to a federal prison.

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Ukraine backs US-led peace accord as final details near completion

Ukraine supports US-led peace accord to end war with Russia, aiming for resolution of final elements soon.

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Ukraine supports US-led peace accord to end war with Russia, aiming for resolution of final elements soon.


Ukraine has signalled support for a US-led peace accord aimed at ending the war with Russia, with officials confirming that only minor elements remain to be finalised. The framework represents the most significant diplomatic breakthrough since the conflict began.

According to Ukrainian officials, Kyiv fully supports the essence of the proposal, while Washington says progress is encouraging but further negotiations are required. The agreement focuses heavily on territory held by Russia and the security guarantees needed to protect Ukraine long-term.

With momentum building, global attention now turns to how remaining issues will be resolved and how soon a final agreement can be reached.

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Australia launches new AI Safety Institute to protect the nation

Australia launches the AISI to ensure responsible AI, enhance safety, and lead globally in ethical AI development.

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Australia launches the AISI to ensure responsible AI, enhance safety, and lead globally in ethical AI development.


Australia is taking a major step toward responsible artificial intelligence with the creation of the Australian Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute (AISI). The new body aims to assess AI risks, strengthen national protections and position the country as a global leader in safe and ethical AI development.

In this episode, Dr. Karen Sutherland from UniSC explains what sparked the institute’s creation, how it will operate, and the key functions it will serve in helping government and industry navigate fast-moving AI challenges. She breaks down how the AISI plans to elevate national understanding of advanced AI systems and collaborate with the wider National AI Centre network.

We also explore how the AISI will support international agreements, protect the rights of Australians and help businesses keep pace with rapidly evolving AI technologies. Plus, we look at the institute’s long-term ambitions in shaping the global AI safety landscape.

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RBA holds rates as investors shift from property to stocks

RBA holds rates at 3.6%, shifting investor focus from property to potential stock market gains amid persistent inflation pressures.

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RBA holds rates at 3.6%, shifting investor focus from property to potential stock market gains amid persistent inflation pressures.


The Reserve Bank of Australia has held interest rates at 3.6 percent, signalling a steady approach as inflation pressures persist and prompting investors to reassess their strategies in an uncertain climate.

The decision has shifted attention away from the property market, with experts suggesting the stock market may offer stronger opportunities, especially for those looking to outpace inflation over the long term.

We speak with Dale Gilham from Wealth Within about what the RBA’s call means for investors, why confidence in housing is changing, and what smarter financial choices look like in 2025.

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