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Politics

The sound of one ego applauding: Trump at Davos

22 January 2026 Roswell 9
There are bad speeches, there are awkward speeches, and then there are speeches that wander onto the world stage, trip over their own shoelaces, and insist they meant to do that. President Donald Trump’s address […]
Protesters with signs on crowded street.
AIM Extra

Zionism: The Etymological and Ideological Unpacking of a “Political Pathogen”

22 January 2026 Dr Andrew Klein, PhD 5
The term “Zionism,” the modern political ideology advocating for a Jewish homeland in Palestine, is often analysed through the lenses of history, politics, and conflict. However, to understand its full potency and impact – to […]
Woman reporter typing at busy newsroom desk
Health

Centrelink as a frontline human contact point for the most vulnerable

22 January 2026 Roger Chao 8
Whilst it was quite some time ago that I first experienced being a Centrelink “customer”, I still remember the sight, the smell, the atmosphere, and the feelings of that visit. I didn’t expect the shame […]
Two men in suits standing outside building.
Politics

A Board of Peace built on the rubble of Gaza

22 January 2026 Michael Taylor 10
There are moments in politics when language becomes so detached from reality that it tips from cynicism into a farce. Appointing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Donald Trump’s so-called “Board of Peace” for Gaza […]
Liberal Party sign and corporate meeting illustration.
Politics

The Blue Bacillus: How the Liberal Party’s Corporate DNA Became a Fatal Infection

22 January 2026 David Tyler 4
It is a wondrous thing to watch a shadow leader pucker up for the kiss of life while her own frontbenchers are busy digging its grave. Sussan Ley, the night-watch skipper of a Liberal-National rump […]
Debate: Trump versus Iran, political tension.
Politics

It wasn’t Trump’s mind or morality that stopped his Iran attack

22 January 2026 AIMN Editorial 4
By Walt Zlotow A week ago President Trump was posturing about an imminent attack to overthrow the Iranian regime embroiled in massive protests. His declared motive was to save the Iranian protesters seeking internal regime […]
Illustration questioning media influence on nuclear issues.
Health

The brave journalists of the old-fashioned media

21 January 2026 Noel Wauchope 6
It’s not easy being a journalist in a paid job in corporate print, TV or radio media. You have to toe the corporate line. It’s best to be writing on a specialised topic where you’re […]
Speaker at World Economic Forum 2026 event.
Politics

Mark Carney’s Davos speech reverberates around the world

21 January 2026 AIMN Editorial 10
By Peter Brown Every so often, a speech cuts through the noise not because it is theatrical, but because it says plainly what many leaders prefer to sidestep. Mark Carney’s address at the World Economic […]
Woman crying while looking at phone.
Politics

Federal Government Approves New Hate Speech Laws

21 January 2026 AIMN Editorial 8
By Denis Hay What Has Happened The federal government has approved new hate speech laws aimed at strengthening protections against vilification and serious threats based on race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability. […]
Candles and flowers for National Day of Mourning.
Politics

Political Futures: Moving Out of Fractious Political Rhetoric

21 January 2026 Denis Bright 11
Australians need more closure from the tragic events at Bondi as shown by theme selected by the Jewish Chabad Community ‘Light will win, a gathering of unity and remembrance.’ The Community Bulletin of the NSW […]
People at a needle exchange service counter.
Health

The Needle Exchange

21 January 2026 Roger Chao 3
I worked for some time in harm reduction policy. I recall my first few weeks in the office, not having a clear understanding of the work that happened in needle syringe exchanges and more so, […]
Man with text "Trump, Realtor for GAZA?
Politics

Welcome to the Peace IPO: Gaza, Rebranded as a Prospectus

21 January 2026 David Tyler 5
Trump’s so‑called “Board of Peace” looks less like a new deal than Jared Kushner’s “Peace to Prosperity” 2019 plan re-branded. It’s as flash as a rat with a gold tooth in a new suit and […]
Red hooded figure with quilted garment.
Satire

If Only George Orwell And I Had Written In Less Troubled Times…

20 January 2026 Rossleigh 6
There was a quote from George Orwell which I don’t have but as I’m doing the sort of stenographer stuff that passes for mainstream journalism these days, I don’t feel the need to find it […]
Illuminated phoenix sculpture with vibrant wings.
Health

Galloping through cultures: How horses connect humanity

20 January 2026 AIMN Editorial 2
By Chen Ziqi   Every time the Chinese New Year approaches, I find myself paying closer attention to the animal of the year. Not just the symbolism, but the stories behind it, where those meanings […]
Social media comment about American politics.
Politics

A Helpful Guide to Who is Allowed an Opinion on America

20 January 2026 Michael Taylor 11
The irony is ripe There is a recurring message across social media, delivered with great confidence by supporters of Donald Trump: If you don’t live in the United States, you have no right to comment […]

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