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Russian controversy at the Australian Open

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3 years ago

January 17, 2023

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Russian flags have been banned from the Australian Open following match controversy

As the Australian Open heats up, organisers have been forced to ban Russian flags from the venue.

It follows the red, white and blue flag being spotted behind fans during a match between a Russian and a Ukrainian.

Ukraine’s ambassador to Australia condemned the act and called on organisers to take action.

Tennis Australia has since made changes to its tournament regulations.

In a statement, the organisers say they will “continue to work with the players and fans to ensure the best possible environment to enjoy the tennis.”

The ban is effective immediately.

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Starmer under strain as leadership rumours grow

Keir Starmer faces internal pressure and speculation of a leadership challenge ahead of the crucial Autumn Budget.

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November 13, 2025

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Keir Starmer faces internal pressure and speculation of a leadership challenge ahead of the crucial Autumn Budget.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces mounting internal pressure amid talk of a leadership challenge and economic strain ahead of the Autumn Budget.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ looming tax decisions and Starmer’s sinking approval ratings are fuelling speculation across Westminster.

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SoftBank sells Nvidia stake to fund massive AI push

SoftBank sells $5.8B Nvidia stake to invest in AI, sparking analysts’ views on Masayoshi Son’s bold gamble.

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1 day ago

November 12, 2025

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SoftBank sells $5.8B Nvidia stake to invest in AI, sparking analysts’ views on Masayoshi Son’s bold gamble.

SoftBank has sold its entire $5.8 billion Nvidia stake to double down on artificial intelligence, investing heavily in OpenAI and the colossal $500 billion Stargate data-centre project.

Analysts say it’s Masayoshi Son’s boldest tech gamble yet.

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Senate passes deal to end historic shutdown

Senate passes spending bill to end shutdown, funding key departments and adding privacy safeguards with House and presidential support expected.

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November 12, 2025

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Senate passes spending bill to end shutdown, funding key departments and adding privacy safeguards with House and presidential support expected.

The U.S. Senate has approved a spending bill 60–40 to end the nation’s longest government shutdown, with House support and presidential backing expected.

The package funds key departments through January while adding new privacy safeguards for lawmakers.

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