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Nov 02 2024ENVIRONMENT

Australia Mourns Loss of Record-Holding Croc Cassius

In Australia, a massive saltwater crocodile named Cassius has passed away. He was over 110 years old and held the Guinness World Record for being the largest crocodile in captivity. Cassius was nearly 18 feet long and weighed more than a ton. Cassius had been living at Marineland Melanesia Crocodil

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

UK Adds Steep ‘Business Class Tax’ for Long-Haul Flights

Travelers from Australia to the UK will soon face a higher ‘flight tax’ when leaving, especially if they're in business or first class. The UK's Air Passenger Duty (APD), a tax that started small in 1994, has been going up. The latest boost, announced by the new Labour government, hits premium seats

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Oct 27 2024CELEBRITIES

A Royal Family's Strength: Supporting King Charles Through Cancer

This year hasn't been easy for King Charles. He's been battling cancer since February, and it's been tough on everyone, especially his family. Queen Camilla's son, Tom Parker Bowles, recently spoke about the King's health. He said that Charles is strong and following his doctors' advice. Bowles also

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Oct 24 2024BUSINESS

Fly with Virgin, Earn Credit Easy

Ever wished flying could be rewarding? Well, Virgin Australia Business Flyer program is making that a reality. Businesses can score up to $1, 000 in flight credits simply by taking trips. The more flights you make, the more credit you earn. For starters, just two eligible flights get you $50 in Tra

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Oct 21 2024POLITICS

Indigenous Senator’s Strong Message to King Charles: Demanding Land and Recognition

In Canberra, Australia, King Charles III recently visited Parliament House to meet leaders, including Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. During his speech, the King acknowledged Australia’s First Nations people, highlighting their rich history on the land before British settlers arrived over 230 years

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Oct 19 2024POLITICS

Charles' Royal Visit: Australia's Mixed Feelings

King Charles III has stepped onto Australian soil, marking his first major overseas trip since becoming king and receiving treatment for cancer. This visit comes with a mix of emotions from the locals, as many don't share his deep affection for the country. Australia, once part of the British Empire

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Oct 14 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Olivia Rodrigo's Melbourne Show Surprise: A Stage Mishap!

Pop star Olivia Rodrigo experienced an unexpected accident during her final Melbourne concert on the Australian leg of her Guts tour. In front of around 14,000 fans at Melbourne's Rod Laver Arena, the 21-year-old singer fell through a hole in the stage while performing. This incident happened when s

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Assange's Freedom Flight: A Bitcoin-Funded Journey Home

Julian Assange, the WikiLeaks co-founder, is a free man after five years in London's Belmarsh Prison. His journey home to Australia was made possible by a generous donation of Bitcoin worth nearly half a million dollars. This massive gift helped cover his private flight, which the Australian governm

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Oct 05 2024POLITICS

Australia's Speedy Rescue: Evacuating Citizens from Lebanon

Imagine being caught in a conflict far from home. That's the situation for hundreds of Australians and their families in Lebanon. To help them out, Australia is organizing two emergency flights to safety. These flights are set to leave Beirut on Saturday morning, heading first to Cyprus before makin

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Sep 26 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Pesto the Peculiar Penguin: A Tale of Growth and Joy

In a world where animals capture our attention with their unique characteristics, there's a certain king penguin chick that has stolen the spotlight. Meet Pesto, a nine-month-old king penguin chick who has become an internet sensation. Weighing an astonishing 49 pounds, Pesto is not only the heavies

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