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Queen Elizabeth lies in state at Westminster Hall, thousands mourn
Thousands of mourners have lined the streets from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall to catch a glimpse of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth’s coffin
Her Majesty was brought in a procession with Princes William and Harry, and their father King Charles the third walking behind.
The Queen will lie in state until 6:30 am BST on Monday morning, the day of her funeral.
Members of the public now have the opportunity to line up and pay their respects to the late monarch, filing through the grand old building that is Westminster Hall.
Constructed in 1097, the building is a cornerstone of British history.
It has played host to the trials of Charles the first, Henry the eight’s coronation banquet, and speeches by Nelson Mandela, French President Charles de Gaulle, Pope Benedict, and Barack Obama.
During this lying-in-state period, Westminster Hall will be open for 24 hours a day, with the Queen’s coffin left closed and resting on a raised platform.
It is draped with the Royal Standard flag, and topped with the Imperial State Crown, orb and sceptre.
Hundreds of thousands are expected to file past.
There are currently queues of more than three kilometres along the South Bank of the river Thames.
As Her Majesty was brought through the city, guns could be heard from Hyde Park, while Big Ben was rung every minute.
Mourners reflect on their beloved Queen.
The Queen’s funeral will be held on Monday September 19, which will be a bank holiday for the United Kingdom.
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Tasmania AFL team confirmed: Macquarie Point stadium legislation passes
Tasmania joins AFL with the Tassie Devils set for 2028; legislation passed for Macquarie Point stadium.
Tasmania joins AFL with the Tassie Devils set for 2028; legislation passed for Macquarie Point stadium.
Tasmania is officially joining the AFL! After a marathon debate, the Legislative Council has passed the Macquarie Point stadium-precinct legislation 9-5. This milestone paves the way for the Tassie Devils Football Club to join the AFL in 2028, marking a historic moment for Tasmanian sport.
In an exclusive segment of Footynomics: The Business of Sport, Professor Tim Harcourt discusses the significance of this legislation, the social and economic impact of a new AFL team, and why this process took longer than expected.
We also explore what comes next for Tasmania, the AFL, and the broader implications for sports both in Australia and internationally.
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Australian Dollar hits five-week high amid weak GDP and US Dollar
Australian dollar hits five-week high amid soft US dollar, traders eye RBA policies and Fed meeting impacts.
Australian dollar hits five-week high amid soft US dollar, traders eye RBA policies and Fed meeting impacts.
The Australian dollar has surged to a five-week high as disappointing GDP data and a softer US dollar reshape trader expectations. Market participants are closely watching the Reserve Bank of Australia’s next policy meeting to gauge future interest rate decisions.
We sit down with Steve Gopalan from SkandaFX to break down what these developments mean for the Australian economy and global markets. From Q3 growth figures to inflation indicators, Steve explains the key drivers behind the Aussie dollar’s recent gains.
Traders are also keeping an eye on the Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy meeting, as a weaker US dollar could have further implications for the Australian currency. Stay informed with expert insights and what to expect in the weeks ahead.
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EU launches antitrust probe into Meta over WhatsApp AI policy
EU probes Meta’s WhatsApp AI chatbot policy for potential antitrust violations affecting third-party developers and competition.
EU probes Meta’s WhatsApp AI chatbot policy for potential antitrust violations affecting third-party developers and competition.
The European Commission has opened an antitrust investigation into Meta over WhatsApp’s new AI chatbot policy. The inquiry examines whether the policy restricts third-party AI developers from accessing WhatsApp’s business tools, potentially breaching EU competition rules.
Meta updated its terms, effective January 2026, which have already barred new AI providers since October 15. The rules prohibit AI developers from using WhatsApp as their primary service, affecting a number of AI companies looking to integrate with the platform.
The EU’s competition commissioner is considering interim measures to ensure fair competition. If Meta is found in violation, it could face fines of up to 10% of its global annual revenue.
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