Australia: News
28 Aug 2024
LifestyleQantas coding error slashes first-class fares at a steep discount
In an unexpected turn of events last Thursday, a coding error on Qantas's website allowed about 300 fortunate travelers to purchase first-class round-trip tickets from Australia to the US at a staggering 85% discount.
28 Aug 2024
Social MediaFake YouTube star commits one of world's most severe sextortion
A 29-year-old Australian man has been jailed for committing one of the most severe sextortion cases in history.
27 Aug 2024
MelbourneAustralian woman with terminal illness finds meaning in art project
Emily Lahey, a 32-year-old Melbourne resident, began her cancer journey five years ago with what seemed like routine health issues.
27 Aug 2024
Australian Cricket TeamJustin Langer reckons Steve Smith shouldn't open in Test cricket
Former Australian cricket team coach Justin Langer has expressed his belief that Steve Smith should return to batting at number four in Test matches.
27 Aug 2024
ChinaAustralia limits foreign student intake to 270,000 amid migration concerns
Australia has announced a cap on its intake of new international students for the year 2025, setting the limit at 270,000.
26 Aug 2024
COVID-19Australia enforces 'right to disconnect' law for employees
Australia has enacted a new law, known as the "right to disconnect," that allows employees to ignore work-related communications during their personal time.
24 Aug 2024
DNANew DNA test to identify suspects may solve crimes faster
A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at Flinders University, Australia, has revealed a potential new method for measuring DNA shedding.
23 Aug 2024
New South WalesWhat is a woman? Australian court rules in landmark case
Roxanne Tickle, a transgender woman from New South Wales, Australia, has won a discrimination lawsuit against the women-only social media platform Giggle for Girls and its CEO Sall Grover.
22 Aug 2024
SydneySydney's gay penguin Sphen dies, partner Magic mourns with song
The Sea Life Aquarium in Sydney witnessed a heart-wrenching scene as Magic, a gentoo penguin, and his companions mourned the death of their fellow penguin Sphen.
22 Aug 2024
Ali FazalRicha-Ali's debut production to close Indian Film Festival of Melbourne
The 15th edition of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) will conclude with the Australian premiere of Girls Will Be Girls, the debut production of actors and Bollywood couple Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal.
20 Aug 2024
SnapchatWhy Snapchat is opposing Australia's ban on users below 16
Snapchat has opposed the Australian government's proposal to increase the minimum age for social media usage from 13 to 16.
29 Jul 2024
TechnologyNovel stem cell treatment for osteoarthritis reduces pain by 58%
Magellan Stem Cells, an Australian biotechnology company, has developed a novel treatment for osteoarthritis.
25 Jul 2024
ResearchScientists genetically modify common fly to eat more human poop
A team of scientists from Sydney's Macquarie University in Australia is genetically modifying black soldier flies to increase their consumption of human waste.
24 Jul 2024
International Olympic Committee (IOC)Did you know these comedians are permanently 'banned' from Olympics
Australian comedian duo Andy Lee and Hamish Blake have been "permanently banned" from entering the Olympic Village!
21 Jul 2024
TasmaniaThis strange-looking sea creature with human-like hands is going extinct
The Red handfish, a peculiar angler fish with human-like hands, is one of the world's most endangered species.
13 Jul 2024
WorldWhat is 'paraphilia,' a condition UK dog rapist suffers from
An unsuspecting crocodile expert and zoologist made headlines last year after he was found to have carried out one of the worst cases of animal abuse in Australia's history.
13 Jul 2024
Space NewsWatch: Rare celestial event to light up northern skies
A unique celestial event is on the horizon, with a "new star," or nova, anticipated to grace our night sky.
24 Jun 2024
TasmaniaTasmania launches unique jobs including that of a wombat walker
Tasmania is seeking to enhance its winter tourism by offering unique job roles to visitors.
19 Jun 2024
MelbourneMelbourne's coastal charm and countryside jaunts
Melbourne, a vibrant city known for its lively arts scene, coffee culture, and dynamic lifestyle, also serves as a gateway to some of Victoria's most enchanting coastal and countryside destinations.
12 Jun 2024
World Health Organization4-year-old Bengal girl tests positive for bird flu
The World Health Organization (WHO) has said that a four-year-old girl from West Bengal has tested positive for the H9N2 bird flu virus.
06 Jun 2024
BerlinMelbourne Film Festival to open with 'Memoir of a Snail'
The Melbourne International Film Festival is set to commence with the screening of Memoir of a Snail, directed by Oscar-winning, locally-born director Adam Elliot.
05 Jun 2024
Elon MuskX gets legal respite in Australia over church stabbing posts
Elon Musk's company, X, has expressed relief following the Australian eSafety commissioner's decision to drop a federal court case against the firm.
04 Jun 2024
TasmaniaTrek through Tasmania's untamed wilderness
Tasmania, Australia, is perfect for those seeking adventure amidst nature.
03 Jun 2024
XElon Musk's X permits adult content to take on OnlyFans
Social media platform X, has officially revised its rules, to allow the posting of adult and graphic content.
29 May 2024
EgyptGlobetrotting adventures: Around-the-world mysteries
Reading mysteries from around the world is not just exciting; it's a unique way to explore different cultures and places without leaving your home.
28 May 2024
TasmaniaRare Wu-Tang Clan's album to finally grace public ears!
The Museum of Old and New Art (Mona) in Hobart, Tasmania, is set to publicly debut the "only" physical copy of Wu-Tang Clan's album Once Upon a Time in Shaolin.
26 May 2024
Papua New GuineaOver 670 feared dead in Papua New Guinea landslide
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has increased its estimate of the death toll from a devastating landslide in Papua New Guinea (PNG) to over 670.
24 May 2024
China8 killed, 1 injured in knife attack in central China
A knife attack in central China has resulted in eight fatalities and one injury, as reported by state media on Friday.
16 May 2024
AstraZenecaAstraZeneca COVID vaccine linked to another rare blood clotting disorder
A new research has linked AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine to an increased risk of a rare but fatal blood clotting disorder known as Vaccine-Induced Immune Thrombocytopenia and Thrombosis (VITT).
14 May 2024
NetflixPhoebe Dynevor of 'Bridgerton' fame might lead Sony's shark thriller
Phoebe Dynevor, known for her role as Daphne Bridgerton in the popular Netflix series Bridgerton, is reportedly in talks to star in an upcoming shark thriller from Sony Pictures.
13 May 2024
Elon MuskAustralian court ends injunction on X over Sydney stabbing posts
The Australian Federal Court has decided not to extend an injunction against Elon Musk's social media platform, X.
09 May 2024
COVID-19How Australia's new student visa rule change affects Indians
Australia has revised its student visa rules, making it more challenging for international students to gain entry.
09 May 2024
Olivia RodrigoOlivia Rodrigo expands 'Guts' world tour to Asia, Australia
Pop music sensation Olivia Rodrigo has announced an extension of her Guts world tour to include Asia and Australia.
08 May 2024
SydneySydney council removes same-sex parenting books from libraries
The Cumberland City Council in Western Sydney, Australia has voted to remove books discussing same-sex parenting from local libraries.
08 May 2024
MelbourneHop on a culinary journey to Melbourne
Melbourne, a vibrant city in Australia, is renowned for its diverse food scene.
05 May 2024
WorldAustralia: Queensland MP claims she was drugged, sexually assaulted
Brittany Lauga, a Labor MP from Queensland, Australia, has alleged that she was drugged and sexually assaulted last weekend in the town of Yeppoon in central Queensland.
03 May 2024
Climate ChangeAustralian universities become grounds for pro-Palestine demonstrations
In recent weeks, major Australian universities have become the epicenter of pro-Palestinian demonstrations.
02 May 2024
SydneyHead over to Sydney's natural weekend escapes
Sydney, a bustling metropolis renowned for its iconic landmarks and vibrant city life, also serves as a gateway to tranquil nature retreats.
30 Apr 2024
CyclingHere's how much you should sit, stand, walk, sleep daily
A recent study by Australia's Swinburne University of Technology has shed new light on the ideal balance between rest and physical activity for peak health.
26 Apr 2024
TV NewsAustralian actor absconds; detained after manhunt
Orpheus Pledger, a renowned Australian actor known for his role in the soap opera Home and Away, was recently detained by law enforcement following a public search.
24 Apr 2024
SydneyAustralia: 7 teen extremists linked to Sydney church stabbing held
Seven teenagers aged between 15 and 17 were detained on Wednesday by Australian law enforcement on suspicion of adhering to a violent extremist ideology.
23 Apr 2024
Elon MuskElon Musk described as 'arrogant billionaire' by Australian PM
An Australian federal court has granted a two-day injunction to the country's eSafety commissioner, ordering Elon Musk's X, to hide posts related to a recent stabbing incident in Sydney.
21 Apr 2024
UberUber bans woman named 'Swastika' due to her name
Uber, the globally recognized ride-hailing and food delivery platform, recently faced controversy for banning an Australian user named Swastika Chandra.
20 Apr 2024
XX to contest Australian regulatory order to remove stabbing-related posts
X has announced its intention to legally challenge an order issued by an Australian regulatory body.
19 Apr 2024
SydneySydney: Teenager charged with terrorism in church stabbing
A 16-year-old boy, who was arrested last week, for his alleged involvement in the knife attack at a church in Sydney, Australia has been charged with terrorism.
19 Apr 2024
Travel And TourismWitness the magical penguin parade on Phillip Island, Australia
Phillip Island, located in Victoria, Australia, is renowned for the Penguin Parade, a unique wildlife spectacle that draws visitors globally.
17 Apr 2024
AmazonAmazon Music introduces AI-driven playlist feature, Maestro
Amazon Music has launched an innovative AI-driven playlist feature called Maestro.
