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A Bloom Worth the Stink: Rare Corpse Flower Captivates Australia

An endangered plant known as the stinky plant or the corpse flower for its putrid stink is about to bloom in Australia—and is captivating the internet in the process, with thousands already tuned in to a livestream ahead of...

Hundreds of Deadly Virus Vials Missing from Lab in Australia

The government in Queensland, Australia, announced on Monday, that hundreds of vials containing deadly live virus samples have gone missing from a lab in the region. Australia's government has instructed the public health department and Queensland Health to investigate...

Australia Passes Social Media Ban for Minors Under 16

Australia passed a social media ban for minors under the age of 16 on Thursday, November 26th, setting a precedent with one of the toughest laws against big tech corporations and social media. The social media ban will impose...

Gus, the Emperor Penguin that Swam from Antarctica to Australia, is Released

Gus, the emperor penguin that swam from Antarctica to Australia was released to sea 20 days after he was found waddling on a tourist beach. The penguin, nicknamed Gus, swam over 2,000 miles from Antarctica's frigid shores to Australia's warm...

Australia Cracks Down: $30M Fines for Social Media Under-16 Ban

Social media companies in Australia may face fines of up to 50 million Australian dollars (around USD 32.5 million) under proposed laws requiring platforms to block access for users under 16. Introduced in parliament on Thursday, the legislation aims to...

World’s Safest Countries to Survive a Nuclear Winter

A nuclear winter would have devastating consequences, beginning with the deaths of millions from the initial explosions and continuing with millions more succumbing to the subsequent collapse of food supplies. The massive fireballs created by nuclear detonations would set large...

Australia to Introduce Social Media Ban for Children Under 16

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced on Thursday that Australia will introduce a legislative social media ban for children under 16. He described the measure as "world-leading laws" that could be introduced next year. Currently, Australia is testing an age...

A Symbolic Gesture: King Charles Sports Greek Flag Tie in Australia

As King Charles and Queen Camilla concluded their trip to Australia, the King made a striking fashion choice by wearing a tie featuring the Greek flag, highlighting his strong Philhellenic feelings. It was also perhaps a gesture to the Greek...

Australia Now Guarantees Workers the Right to Disconnect

Remote work is here to stay and has drastically changed work life worldwide, but it has largely gone unregulated by governments. However, as of today, this is no longer the case in Australia. Beginning today, Monday, August 26th, the new...