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Tourists cop full force after breaching COVID laws in Indonesia
Indonesia has ordered four foreign tourists to leave the resort island of Bali after violating health protocols
One of those to depart is a Russian national who tested positive for the coronavirus upon her arrival in Bali and was recaptured that night after she escaped mandatory isolation at an appointed hotel.
Three others were defying mask mandates.
Following the recent alarming surge of COVID-19 cases in Indonesia, the Indonesian Government took an immediate step in suppressing the numbers and attempting to flatten the curve by imposing an emergency Implementation of Limitations on Community Activities.
Indonesia’s recent surge prompts lockdown
Such an increase in COVID-19 cases in Indonesia is also caused by new variants faced by many other countries as well.
The surge prompted new lockdown measures last month, particularly on Java, Indonesia’s most populated island, and on the tourist island of Bali.
Bali has recorded more than 55,300 cases of COVID-19 since the pandemic began, including 1,634 deaths.
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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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