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MasterChef Australia Fan Theories Emerge After Savindri Perera Fails To Make The Hong Kong Trip

“Any idea why Sav isn't there?”

Pedestrian.tv · Jun 25, 2024

Julian Assange will be freed after striking plea deal with US authorities

Julian Assange has reached a deal with the United States Department of Justice to allow him to return to Australia after pleading guilty to violating American espionage law.

The Conversation · Jun 25, 2024

Who is Julian Assange and what secrets is he accused of leaking?

Assange is set to appear in the federal court in the Mariana Islands, a US commonwealth in the Western Pacific

The Independent UK · Jun 25, 2024

Morning Mail: ‘Predatory’ sports gambling boom, new reef warning, Australia teeter on T20 exit

Australia must do more to save Great Barrier Reef from going on ‘in danger’ world heritage list; survey shows problem betting on the rise

The Guardian - AU · Jun 24, 2024

Ramp up targets to save reef, UNESCO tells Australia

The Great Barrier Reef needs urgent and sustained action to save it from the impact of climate change and other threats, UNESCO has told Australia.

AAP · Jun 24, 2024

Labor says ‘no mandated sanction’ after senator crosses floor – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Jun 24, 2024

No nuclear veto: if the Coalition isn’t seeking community consent, is that really consultation?

The Coalition shook up Australia’s energy debate last week when it unveiled the seven sites where, if elected, it would build nuclear power plants. In making the announcement, the Coalition emphasised the importance of community consultation in its nuclear energy plan. But what does that actually mean?

The Conversation · Jun 24, 2024

Extreme wildfires are on the rise globally, powered by the climate crisis

Wildfires are the new “polar bear”, routinely used by the media to epitomise the climate crisis and the threat of major natural hazards. This is despite most fire on Earth being harmless, even ecologically beneficial.

The Conversation · Jun 24, 2024

Australia plans to hire more overseas doctors. Is it ethical to recruit from countries with doctor shortages?

Many of us have found ourselves in a full waiting room to see the GP, looking at a laminated sign about a fee increase taped to the reception desk.

The Conversation · Jun 24, 2024

Across Southeast Asia, people paying respect to Spirits living on their Land is a normal part of life

Travelling through Southeast Asia, many tourists might notice small roadside shrines and Spirit Houses. Adorning shopfronts and homes, this practice ranges from makeshift shrines to ornate architectural buildings. Depending on regional differences, Spirit Houses might be filled with votive offerings such as talismans, flowers, fresh fruit, alcoholic beverages and incense.

The Conversation · Jun 24, 2024