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Writers Boycott Adelaide Fest Over Abdel-Fattah Exclusion
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Adelaide Writers Week faces backlash as dozens of writers withdraw in solidarity with Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, who was dropped from the lineup due to cultural sensitivities following the Bondi Beach terrorist attack. Critics argue the move is censorship and discriminatory against Palestinian voices, while the festival board defends the decision as promoting social cohesion. Checkout Solipillow.com
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01:32|Overnight, Russia launched a devastating attack on Ukraine, striking Kyiv and Lviv with drones and missiles. Four killed, twenty-two injured in Kyiv, with critical infrastructure targeted in Lviv. Rescue workers among the casualties, and services disrupted due to the cold weather. Checkout Solipillow.comRoyal Commission Announced for Bondi Mass Shooting
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