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- January 28, 2025
The Offence of Being Disguised with Unlawful Intent in Australia and Its Implications for Human Rights
The offence of being disguised with unlawful intent is a contentious issue in Australian criminal law. It is designed to prevent individuals from concealing their identity to commit crimes, thereby protecting public safety and upholding the rule of law. However, this offence raises important questions about the balance between law enforcement and the protection of […]
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- January 26, 2025
The Impact of Trump’s Executive Orders on Human Rights: A Legal and Ethical Analysis
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order titled Defending Women From Gender Ideology Extremism And Restoring Biological Truth To The Federal Government. This order mandates that all federal agencies in the United States recognise only two biological sexes—male and female—determined at conception. This move effectively eliminates legal recognition of transgender and […]
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- January 25, 2025
The Possibility of Australia Becoming a Global Superpower and Influencer
Australia, often regarded as a middle power in global politics, possesses significant economic, political, and strategic advantages that could position it as a world superpower and a global influencer. While it lacks the sheer population size of nations like the United States and China, Australia’s rich natural resources, economic stability, strategic alliances, and political influence […]
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- January 24, 2025
Alternative Dispute Resolution: A Global Tool for Resolving Disputes
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) has become a crucial mechanism for resolving conflicts worldwide, offering a more efficient, cost-effective, and amicable alternative to traditional litigation. ADR encompasses various techniques, including mediation, arbitration, conciliation, and negotiation, which are widely used in commercial, family, international, and political disputes. The global adoption of ADR has significantly contributed to reducing […]
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- January 24, 2025
Australia Day: A Nation’s Celebration and Contested History
Australia Day, observed annually on January 26, has long been a day of national celebration, marking the anniversary of the First Fleet’s arrival in 1788. However, in recent years, the significance of the day has been increasingly contested, with many Indigenous Australians and allies referring to it as ‘Invasion Day’ due to the historical injustices […]
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- January 23, 2025
The Export of Social Division and Warfare: An Examination of U.S. Influence Around the World and its Relevance to Australia
The United States has long been a cultural and political powerhouse, wielding significant influence over global affairs. However, this influence has not always been positive. In recent decades, the U.S. has exported social divisions and a propensity for conflict that have seeped into the political and social fabric of many nations, creating tensions and exacerbating […]
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- January 20, 2025
Racism, Hate Crimes, and the Question of Terrorism: The Sydney Attacks
The recent rise in both anti-Semitic and Islamophobic attacks in Sydney has reignited concerns about racism and social division in Australia. The incidents, which involved graffiti targeting Jewish and Muslim communities, as well as acts of violence, reflect a deeper issue of racial and religious intolerance. These attacks have raised an important question: should such […]
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- January 19, 2025
There is No Such Thing as an Illegal Refugee
There is No Such Thing as an Illegal Refugee The phrase “illegal refugee” is a contradiction in terms. Under international and Australian law, seeking asylum is a fundamental human right, and no person can be considered “illegal” simply for fleeing persecution and seeking safety. Despite this, political rhetoric and public discourse often conflate the concepts […]
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- January 16, 2025
Systemic Racism: An Australian Perspective
Systemic racism, also known as institutional racism, refers to the ingrained practices, policies, and cultural norms within institutions and society that result in differential outcomes for individuals based on race. Unlike individual racism, which manifests through personal prejudice, systemic racism is embedded in the structures and operations of a society, often perpetuating inequality regardless of […]
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- January 12, 2025
Environmental Polluters: Accountability for Health Issues and Property Damage Due to Climate Change
Climate change has emerged as one of the most pressing challenges of our time, with wide-ranging impacts on health, property, and ecosystems. The role of major environmental polluters in exacerbating climate change cannot be understated. These entities, which include industries and corporations emitting significant greenhouse gases, have contributed substantially to global warming. This warming has […]
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