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Sky News quietly removes content before senate inquiry
Sky News Australia has quietly begun to remove content from its platforms that questions the country’s Covid-19 pandemic response or unproven treatments for the disease
It comes as the controversial news network prepares to face a Senate inquiry on Friday, to face questions about media diversity.
The broadcaster was suspended from YouTube for seven days last week after posting material that goes against the platform’s Covid misinformation policies.
The CEO of Sky News, as well as a prominent presenter and the digital editor have all criticised YouTube for deleting the videos, but the company has since removed all questionable content from its website.
YouTube says “we have clear and established Covid-19 medical misinformation policies based on local and global health authority guidance, to prevent the spread of Covid-19 misinformation that could cause real-world harm.”
Free speech defence
The news network is not backing down, with the company’s digital editor Jack Houghton arguing YouTube’s decision to suspend Sky News Australia is a disturbing attack on the ability to think freely.
“Sky News Australia has been temporarily suspended from posting on the Google-owned platform YouTube for publishing opinion content the tech giant disagrees with,” Houghton says.
“Among the videos deemed unpalatable for societal consumption were debates around whether masks were effective and whether lockdowns were justified when considering their adverse health outcomes.”
“The stance taken by some commentators at this network was that masks are not effective in containing outbreaks, particularly when mandated outside in the fresh air. Some also took issue with the frequency and mechanisms of locking down Australians.
“Other commentators vehemently disagreed, and their views were also published.”
“The science is certainly not clear on either of these two points,” Houghton says.
Greens Senator calls for inquiry into Sky News Aus for spreading misinformation
Last week, Australian Greens senator Sarah Hanson-Young has called for the government to investigate Sky News Australia for spreading misinformation
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AI fears rattle global markets and investors
AI developments cause market volatility, with European software and US tech firms facing significant declines amid rising uncertainty.
AI developments cause market volatility, with European software and US tech firms facing significant declines amid rising uncertainty.
Global stock markets are experiencing heightened volatility as concerns about AI disruption sweep across industries. Investors are closely monitoring which sectors could be most affected as the technology continues to evolve.
Recent announcements from major US AI companies sent waves through international markets, highlighting the interconnected nature of global finance and technology. European software giants such as Dassault Systèmes and RELX saw significant declines, underscoring the global reach of AI developments.
UBS analysts warn that the impact of AI disruption could intensify in 2026 and 2027, with potential ramifications for a wide range of sectors.
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One Nation matches coalition as Liberal backing slides
One Nation’s support hits 23%, equaling Coalition; Labor leads at 32% as Liberals reach record low.
One Nation’s support hits 23%, equaling Coalition; Labor leads at 32% as Liberals reach record low.
One Nation has surged to match the Coalition under Angus Taylor, each claiming 23 per cent of primary vote support. This is the first time the party has tied with the Liberals, signalling a major shift in voter sentiment.
The Coalition’s backing has dropped from 28 per cent in January to a record low, while Labor gains ground with 32 per cent of the vote. Analysts say this could reshape the political landscape ahead of the next election.
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Iran and U.S. restart nuclear negotiations with diplomacy in focus
Iran-US nuclear talks restart; diplomacy favored amidst economic interests and potential energy deals, mediated by Oman, amid high stakes.
Iran-US nuclear talks restart; diplomacy favored amidst economic interests and potential energy deals, mediated by Oman, amid high stakes.
Iran is pursuing a new nuclear agreement with the United States aimed at delivering economic benefits to both sides, as negotiations restart over its long-running nuclear programme. With tensions simmering for years, both nations are signalling a desire to avoid military confrontation and stabilise the region.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says President Donald Trump prefers a diplomatic path forward, while Iran has indicated it is open to compromise in exchange for sanctions relief. The renewed talks mark a significant moment in efforts to de-escalate one of the world’s most volatile geopolitical flashpoints.
Oman is mediating the discussions, which are focused exclusively on Iran and the United States, even as Washington increases economic pressure and Tehran promotes potential deals in energy and mining to sweeten the negotiations.
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