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- 1Court allows VanDyke, six Ukrainians to leave India●THE LAST TIME INDIA SEES THEM? NIA alleged VanDyke & six Ukrainians illegally crossed from Mizoram into Myanmar, reached
India's National Investigation Agency alleges that VanDyke and six Ukrainian nationals illegally crossed from Mizoram into Myanmar, reached Victoria Camp and trained ethnic armed groups in drone warfare. The agency had opposed their release, but after default bail, a Delhi court has now permitted them to travel home. The case has sparked debate in India over border security, foreign nationals in conflict zones, and whether authorities can stop them from leaving.
- 2Deepfakes distorting the Victorian election, researchers find▼Deepfakes are distorting this year’s Victorian election. We found out who’s most susceptible to them
Researchers writing in The Conversation say deepfake content is distorting this year's Victorian state election in Australia. Their analysis identifies which groups of voters are most susceptible to manipulated audio and video, warning that synthetic media could influence how people judge candidates and parties ahead of polling day.
- 3One Nation accused of 'cash grab' over Victorian candidate fees▼‘Cash grab’: One Nation demands up to $630,000 from Victorian election candidates
One Nation is demanding up to $630,000 from candidates seeking to run for the party at the Victorian election, a figure critics have labelled a 'cash grab'. The Guardian reported the story, drawing attention to the sums prospective candidates are being asked to pay. The demand has sparked debate about how minor parties finance their election campaigns and whether charging would-be candidates is fair.
- 4Victoria Powerwall owner says exports blocked without joining VPP▼Victoria Powerwall owner says installer blocked 'solar and battery' exports without a VPP
A Tesla Powerwall owner in Victoria, Australia says their installer blocked their solar and battery exports to the grid unless they enrolled in a virtual power plant program. The claim highlights growing friction between homeowners and installers over VPP requirements, which allow operators to draw on stored household energy. Australian solar households are closely watching the dispute as battery uptake rises.