Politics of Australia

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In Australia, raging early spring wildfires have rekindled a raging debate over climate change

Environment

Australia has had a rash of wildfires caused by unseasonably hot and dry weather. Scientists say the risk of fires is growing with climate change, but the country’s new prime minister says they’re just a normal part of life down under.

Australia’s prime minister ignites controversy by labeling opposition leader a ‘misogynist’

Global Politics

An Australian Dictionary Redefines Misogyny

Global Politics

Blue King Brown: Indigenous Activists and a Best-Selling Band

Conflict & Justice

Top of the Hour: US to Increase Military Presence in Australia, Morning Headlines

The World

In Australia, a Rise in Attacks on Indian Students

Conflict & Justice

Demonstrators are protesting in Australia, where dozens of assaults against Indian students have been reported in the past year. Gautam Gupta, a student who was attacked, joins The Takeaway from Melbourne to talk about the rise in ethnic tensions.