Queensland Floods: Three Rescued as Renewed Flooding Hits
Three people were rescued from floodwaters in Lockrose, Queensland, after a vehicle became trapped at 1:46 am on Thursday, following renewed flash flooding in southern and central Queensland. Authorities released water from dams as a precaution.
Queensland Floods: Three Rescued as Renewed Flooding Hits
Three people were rescued from floodwaters in Lockrose, Queensland, after a vehicle became trapped at 1:46 am on Thursday, following renewed flash flooding in southern and central Queensland. Authorities released water from dams as a precaution.
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Whooping Cough Cases Explode in Queensland Amid Declining Vaccination Rates
Queensland experienced a record-high 14,783 whooping cough cases in 2024, a 16-fold increase from 2023, attributed to declining vaccination rates and the end of COVID-19 preventative measures; one infant death was reported.
Whooping Cough Cases Explode in Queensland Amid Declining Vaccination Rates
Queensland experienced a record-high 14,783 whooping cough cases in 2024, a 16-fold increase from 2023, attributed to declining vaccination rates and the end of COVID-19 preventative measures; one infant death was reported.
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44% Bias Score
Lithium Market Downturn and the Uncertainty of a Trump Presidency
The lithium market, crucial for electric vehicle batteries, faced a 2024 price rout, impacting miners and explorers; a new Trump presidency may further decrease US demand and reshape global supply chains.
Lithium Market Downturn and the Uncertainty of a Trump Presidency
The lithium market, crucial for electric vehicle batteries, faced a 2024 price rout, impacting miners and explorers; a new Trump presidency may further decrease US demand and reshape global supply chains.
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52% Bias Score
Australia Airport Processing Times: Excluding Outliers Shows Faster Averages
Australia's Department of Home Affairs reported faster average passenger processing times at international airports in 2023-24, but excluded 25-28% of travelers from calculations due to processing times exceeding three minutes, impacting the accuracy of reported improvements.
Australia Airport Processing Times: Excluding Outliers Shows Faster Averages
Australia's Department of Home Affairs reported faster average passenger processing times at international airports in 2023-24, but excluded 25-28% of travelers from calculations due to processing times exceeding three minutes, impacting the accuracy of reported improvements.
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44% Bias Score
Melbourne Doctor's Cult Leadership Leads to Increased Prison Sentence for Child Sex Abuse
A Melbourne skin doctor, Pradeep Dissanayake, established a cult and repeatedly sexually abused two 12-year-old girls, daughters of his followers; he controlled their lives, demanding hourly praise and dictating their every action; his sentence was increased to 10 years and 10 months.
Melbourne Doctor's Cult Leadership Leads to Increased Prison Sentence for Child Sex Abuse
A Melbourne skin doctor, Pradeep Dissanayake, established a cult and repeatedly sexually abused two 12-year-old girls, daughters of his followers; he controlled their lives, demanding hourly praise and dictating their every action; his sentence was increased to 10 years and 10 months.
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Australian Woman Charged with Murder of Partner
A 38-year-old Australian woman, Cheryl Lucas, was charged with the murder of her partner, 47-year-old Heath Speedie, on Saturday after allegedly stabbing him in the chest in front of their young child in their Mount Helen home; the motive remains unknown.
Australian Woman Charged with Murder of Partner
A 38-year-old Australian woman, Cheryl Lucas, was charged with the murder of her partner, 47-year-old Heath Speedie, on Saturday after allegedly stabbing him in the chest in front of their young child in their Mount Helen home; the motive remains unknown.
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Ice Spice Criticized for Disrespectful Brisbane Performance
US rapper Ice Spice was heavily criticized for arriving 25 minutes late to her 30-minute New Year's Eve set at Brisbane's Wildlands festival, performing only two songs before leaving, prompting outrage from fans who paid up to $242 for tickets.
Ice Spice Criticized for Disrespectful Brisbane Performance
US rapper Ice Spice was heavily criticized for arriving 25 minutes late to her 30-minute New Year's Eve set at Brisbane's Wildlands festival, performing only two songs before leaving, prompting outrage from fans who paid up to $242 for tickets.
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Starc and Marsh Firm for SCG Test
Australia's wicketkeeper Alex Carey confirmed that Mitchell Starc and Mitch Marsh are likely to play in the fifth Ashes Test at the SCG, despite Starc's rib and back soreness and Marsh's recent batting struggles; the match starts Friday.
Starc and Marsh Firm for SCG Test
Australia's wicketkeeper Alex Carey confirmed that Mitchell Starc and Mitch Marsh are likely to play in the fifth Ashes Test at the SCG, despite Starc's rib and back soreness and Marsh's recent batting struggles; the match starts Friday.
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Bumrah's Exhaustion Threatens India's Trophy Hopes
Facing exhaustion in the Melbourne Test, Indian star bowler Jasprit Bumrah's ability to continue in the fifth Test against Australia is crucial for India's chances of winning the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, given his exceptional performance (30 wickets at 12.83) and heavy workload (141.2 overs).
Bumrah's Exhaustion Threatens India's Trophy Hopes
Facing exhaustion in the Melbourne Test, Indian star bowler Jasprit Bumrah's ability to continue in the fifth Test against Australia is crucial for India's chances of winning the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, given his exceptional performance (30 wickets at 12.83) and heavy workload (141.2 overs).
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Chalmers Warns of Crypto-Driven Financial Crisis
Treasurer Jim Chalmers warns of systemic risks to Australia's financial system from incorporating cryptocurrencies, citing potential US deregulation under President Trump and the inherent worthlessness and volatility of crypto assets.
Chalmers Warns of Crypto-Driven Financial Crisis
Treasurer Jim Chalmers warns of systemic risks to Australia's financial system from incorporating cryptocurrencies, citing potential US deregulation under President Trump and the inherent worthlessness and volatility of crypto assets.
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Over One Million Australians to Receive Increased Centrelink Payments
Starting January 1st, 2024, over one million Australians will receive increased Centrelink payments, ranging from $15 to $54 per fortnight, exceeding recent inflation rates and impacting university students, carers, and disability recipients; this is linked to the June quarter's consumer price index...
Over One Million Australians to Receive Increased Centrelink Payments
Starting January 1st, 2024, over one million Australians will receive increased Centrelink payments, ranging from $15 to $54 per fortnight, exceeding recent inflation rates and impacting university students, carers, and disability recipients; this is linked to the June quarter's consumer price index...
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40% Bias Score
2,297 Australian Parent Visa Applicants Died While Waiting for Approval
Over the past three years, 2,297 individuals applying for Australian parent visas died while waiting for approval, with processing times for some visas extending to 31 years; the government is considering options including a lottery system.
2,297 Australian Parent Visa Applicants Died While Waiting for Approval
Over the past three years, 2,297 individuals applying for Australian parent visas died while waiting for approval, with processing times for some visas extending to 31 years; the government is considering options including a lottery system.
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56% Bias Score