A 63-year-old man has died, and a 29-year-old woman has been hospitalized following a light plane crash in the Fogg Dam recreational area, south-east of Darwin. Emergency services were alerted to the crash at around 10:20 am on Sunday, according to ABC News. The aircraft reportedly had two passengers on board. Search and rescue teams, …
“Dutton Pledges to Revive the Aussie Dream, Accuses Albanese of Governing by Fear at Campaign Rally”
Australian opposition leader, Peter Dutton aligns his personal story with Liberal values and promises to address the cost-of-living crisis as he launches his campaign ahead of the federal election. According to 7 News, opposition Leader Peter Dutton has launched his federal election campaign with a passionate pledge to “restore the Australian dream,” while sharply criticizing …
Australian Open 2025 Begins: A Grand Slam to Remember
The highly anticipated Australian Open 2025 kicks off today, Sunday, January 12, and runs through to January 26 in Melbourne. Known as the “Happy Slam,” this beloved tennis event draws the world’s top players to Melbourne Park for two weeks of electrifying action. Reigning women’s champion Aryna Sabalenka is set to defend her title …
Two nurses reportedly raped while on duty in South Africa
Two nurses working at Chuene Clinic outside Polokwane were reportedly abducted and raped by an unknown assailant in the early hours of Friday, January 10, prompting a police investigation into the brutal attack. According to police spokesperson Brig Hlulani Mashaba, the incident occurred around 12:30 a.m. when the suspect gained entry to the clinic premises …
Sierra Leone reports first case of monkeypox
Sierra Leone has reported its first confirmed case of mpox since the World Health Organization (WHO) raised its highest alert level for the potentially deadly viral disease last year. According to the National Public Health Agency, the patient is a 27-year-old man from the rural district of the Western Zone, near the capital Freetown. “Health …
US House votes to sanction International Criminal Court over arrest warrants for Israeli PM Netanyahu
The U.S. House of Representatives voted to sanction the International Criminal Court in protest at its arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former defence minister over Israel’s campaign in Gaza. The vote was 243 to 140 in favour of the “Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act,” which would sanction any foreigner who investigates, …
Alec Baldwin Sues Prosecutors Over Fatal ‘Rust’ Shooting Case
American actor, Alec Baldwin has filed a lawsuit against those involved in pursuing criminal charges against him over the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the film set of Rust. He is suing the defendants, including special prosecutor Kari Morrissey and Santa Fe District Attorney Mary Carmack-Altwies, for malicious prosecution and civil rights violations. …
Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro sworn in for third presidential term despite not being acknowledged by the West
Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro has been sworn in for a third presidential term despite the protests of the country’s opposition movement, and non-acknowledgement by Western powers. The ceremony occurred on Friday, January 10 in a small room of the National Assembly, a marked difference from previous ceremonies held in the building’s main hall. Maduro was sworn …
“Vatican allows gay men to become priests in Italy, with restrictions on ‘flaunting’ their sexuality.”
The new guidelines approved in Italy make clear that homosexuality in itself need not preclude a man from being ordained a priest. According to ABC News, homosexual men can train to become Catholic priests in Italy but not if they “support the so-called gay culture”, according to new guidelines approved by the Vatican. While …
“I’m Totally Innocent”: Trump Responds to Hush Money Sentencing Without Penalties
Donald Trump has spoken out after avoiding prison time or fines in what has been described as an “extraordinary” sentencing for his hush money convictions, calling the legal process a “great embarrassment.” According to Sky News, US President-elect Donald Trump will not face incarceration or monetary penalties for his criminal convictions related to hush money …