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WHAT IN THE WORLD WHO'S THE VACCINE EXPERT? Two children have been put into government care after their parents opposed them receiving measles vaccinations. A hearing on the topic saw a doctor and immunisation expert share a rebuttal to the mother's claim the vaccine contains mercury and carries the risk of anaphylactic shock. Judge Anthony Mahon ruled against the mother, citing that her internet research did not carry the same credibility as expert testimony.—Stuff.co.nz
THOSE WHO STAY, THOSE WHO GO AUSTRALIA
The Australian government has been criticised after it was discovered 15,000 visas had been granted to foreign millionaires since the Covid-19 outbreak. Critics say it's a case of double standards, comparing those granted "business innovation and investment" visas aimed at stimulating the economy with the more than 100,000 students on visas forced to leave Australia recently.—SMH, SBS 4
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