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WTC: India Must Win 4 of 5 Tests Against Aussies to Secure Final Spot!
MUMBAI: India, which recently faced a whitewash against New Zealand, has slipped from the top position to second in the ICC Test Championship rankings. During this period, India’s win percentage in 14 Test matches has dropped to 58.33. Australia, previously in second place, has ascended to the top with a win percentage of 62.50, while Sri Lanka holds the third…
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Horrific Plane Crash in Sydney’s Southwest Claims Three Lives
Sydney: Three individuals have tragically lost their lives following a midair collision involving two light aircraft over Sydney’s southwest. First responders described the scene as “unsurvivable” after the incident, which occurred around 11:50 AM on Saturday in the Belimbla Park area near Oakdale. Emergency services quickly arrived at the site after receiving reports of the collision. Upon reaching the location,…
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“You committed genocide against our people,” Indigenous Senator Lidia Thorpe Yells at King Charles III.
CANBERRA: During visit to Australia, King Charles III faced protests from Indigenous Senator Lidia Thorpe, who declared, “This is not your land. You are not my king,” while accusing the British royal family of genocide and demanding reparations for Indigenous peoples. Thorpe was escorted from a parliamentary reception after passionately expressing her anger over the historical injustices faced by Indigenous…
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Australia: Children as Young as 10 Face Incarceration Again in Northern Territory
Sydney, Australia: Children as young as 10 could soon face incarceration in Australia’s Northern Territory (NT) following the government’s decision to lower the age of criminal responsibility from 12 back to 10. The new Country Liberal Party (CLP) government argues this change is necessary to combat rising youth crime, despite opposition from medical professionals, human rights groups, and Indigenous advocates…
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Historic Arrival: King Charles and Queen Camilla Touch Down in Australia
King Charles III and Queen Camilla have arrived in Sydney for their historic visit to Australia, marking the first time a reigning King has set foot in the country. This trip is also significant as it comes after Charles’s recent cancer diagnosis and is his first official overseas tour as monarch. In a social media message, they expressed their excitement…
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Australia’s Bold Move: Workers Can Now Say No After Hours
Sydney: On Monday, Australia officially enacted legislation granting millions of workers the right to “disconnect” from work-related communications outside of regular hours. This law allows employees to refuse to monitor or respond to employer contacts after work, except in cases deemed “unreasonable.” Similar to regulations in parts of Europe and Latin America, the legislation aims to help workers regain a…
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Australia’s Largest State Reports Sharp Rise in Mpox Infections
Health authorities in New South Wales (NSW), Australia’s most populous state, issued an alert on Friday in response to a significant rise in mpox cases. NSW Health urged the public to remain vigilant for symptoms of mpox, previously known as monkeypox, amid an uptick in reported infections. Since the beginning of June, 93 cases of mpox have been confirmed in…
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Australia Launches World-First Nationwide Peanut Allergy Treatment Program for Children
Sydney: In a groundbreaking move, Australia is launching a nationwide initiative to combat severe peanut allergies among children, marking a global first. Under this new program, eligible infants will receive daily doses of peanut powder over two years, gradually increasing their tolerance. This innovative treatment, which will be administered at 10 pediatric hospitals across the country, aims to reduce peanut…
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Canberra Pharmacists to Trial Prescriptions for Minor Skin Conditions
Canberra, Australia: Canberra residents with minor skin conditions may soon be able to seek treatment directly from pharmacists, alleviating pressure on GPs and emergency departments. This one-year trial program follows a similar initiative launched in New South Wales, which empowers pharmacists to diagnose and treat urinary tract infections (UTIs) and provide repeat prescriptions for birth control pills. Specific details regarding…
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Australia: Bushfires Ravage Victoria, Homes Lost as Crews Battle Blaze
Melbourne, Australia: Homes have been destroyed in Victoria, Australia, as bushfires fueled by heat and strong winds tear through the state’s western region. Premier Jacinta Allan confirmed property losses and urged residents to remain vigilant as firefighters battle the blaze. Key Points: Bushfires fueled by heat and wind cause property damage in Victoria. Premier Allan confirms homes lost, warns residents to…
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