5 February 2021
Myanmar's armed forces swooped on the homes of elected leader Aung San Suu Kyi and other key figures from her party in pre-dawn raids this week, but it's unlike any military coup before.
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5 Feb: Western Australia records no new locally transmitted COVID-19 cases after four days of lockdown — while recording two new cases in hotel quarantine — leaving the state on track to end the five-day lockdown on Friday as planned.... more
4 Feb: Obscure, old laws are often used by Myanmar's military to charge people seen as a threat to them or their interests — here's a look at how long Aung San Suu Kyi could spend in jail and what experts expect to happen next.... more
4 Feb: Fiji says it's "desperate" for Australia to "fast track" a proposed Bula Bubble to allow tourists back as the island nation comes to grips with an unfolding crisis caused by a second devastating cyclone.... more
4 Feb: The Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games will be like no other, with athletes required to wear a mask at all times unless they are eating or sleeping, and organisers wanting people to show their support by only clapping, not by chanting or singing.... more
3 Feb: Charlot Salwai is the fourth former prime minister of Vanuatu to be given a custodial sentence in recent years and while he will have to vacate his seat in Parliament, it is unclear yet if he will appeal.... more
3 Feb: If you live in WA, it's now compulsory to check-in when visiting most businesses, including supermarkets and takeaway outlets. While many have embraced the tightened rules, the Retailers Association is raising concerns.... more
3 Feb: After two stunning political upsets, the transformation of Georgia's voter base could provide a blueprint for sweeping change across the South.... more
RUGBY England have decided not to make an official complaint to World Rugby over the performance of Pascal Gauzere in the 40-24 defeat by Wales More...
BUSINESS An Auckland pizzeria owner isn't sure his business will survive another lockdown More...
