Australia

Australian investors eye Israel’s agritech innovation boom

David Solsky, operating partner at Bandera, “Agritech has a big role in biofuels and the emerging low-carbon liquid fuel sector. I think those kinds of companies would be interesting for Australia."

Robotic arm lifting vegetable pot with digital display, Automated farming. 3D illustration
Screenshot of an Irish man who threatened to "put a bullet in your head" to Jewish tourists in a grocery store in France.

Irish man arrested in France after threatening to murder Jewish couple and invoking Hitler

People gather at the floral tribute at Bondi Beach to honour the victims of a mass shooting targeting a Hanukkah celebration on Sunday at Bondi Beach, in Sydney, Australia, December 16, 2025.

Australia’s royal commission on antisemitism to conclude hearings after Bondi Beach attack

Social media and the algorithm move faster than facts and claims can be verified.

Which countries, tech giants around the world are regulating kids' social media access?


Israeli dealcoholization technology powers best non-alcoholic wine award in US competition

The SOLOS division specializes in producing no- and low-alcohol beverages using dealcoholization and aroma-recovery technology without compromising quality.

SOLOS offices.

Australia investigates near-miss collision of two planes on tarmac at Sydney airport

"Both aircraft were stopped abruptly," the transport safety bureau said in a statement.

A Qatar Airways plane, carrying Australian women and children returning from Syrian refugee camps where they have been staying since the Islamic State's demise, lands at the airport in Melbourne on May 26, 2026.

After October 7 and Bondi massacre, seven Australian friends answered Israel's call to serve

The friends had arrived in the IDF via different routes. One told me about the influence of Bnei Akiva, another of family history, friends who had already served. Oct. 7, was central for all seven.

Masa Kumta ceremony: Soldiers receive their light-green berets as part of the IDF's Nahal Brigade, marking the end of months of combat training.

Defense Ministry works toward future of Israel's defense sector, plans for munitions independence

Defense Ministry Director General Amir Baram told industry leaders that Israel aims to expand domestic production, innovation, and defense exports.

Defense Ministry Director-General, Maj. Gen. (Res.) Amir Baram.

After mass seabird death event, Australia warns of wider H5N1 bird flu threat

"Australians should expect to see more spread and larger numbers now of wildlife being affected," said Agriculture Minister Julie Collins.

A test tube labelled "Bird Flu", eggs and a piece of paper in the colours of the Australian national flag are seen in this picture illustration, January 14, 2023.

Seven injured, two hospitalized after building collapse in central area of Sydney, Australia

Footage from Australian television network Seven showed the collapsed wall of a large building that the channel said was located near a construction site.

ABC said that three Fire and Rescue teams were at the scene.

Australian appeal judge rules video recording of Bankstown nurses' antisemitic threats admissible

An Australian appeals court ruled that an unedited video of two former nurses making antisemitic threats may be presented as evidence at trial.

Two Australian nurses who were suspended for saying they would, and have already killed Israeli pateints, February 12, 2025.

Australia begins legal action against Telegram over alleged pro-terror material, extremist violence

The office of the eSafety Commissioner said it had begun action after Telegram failed to remove videos of terrorist executions and mass shootings.

In this photo illustration a smartphone screen displays the logo of social media app and instant messaging service Telegram, on February 19, 2026 in Bath, England; illustrative

Israel women’s lacrosse team reaches World Championship semifinals

The blue-and-white continued its remarkable World Championship run, defeating Australia 12-11 to reach the semifinals and remain unbeaten at the tournament.

ISRAEL WOMEN'S lacrosse team celebrates after beating Australia to advance to the World Championship semifinals in Japan.

Airbus jet flies record-breaking 24-hour flight in preparation for Qantas Project Sunrise

Qantas has ordered 12 modified A350-1000ULR aircraft, designed to connect Australia's east coast with London and New York in about 20 hours.

A Qantas A350-1000ULR arrives at Melbourne's Tullamarine Airport on July 24, 2026 after a 19 hour and 13 minutes delivery flight from the Airbus factory in Toulouse, France.