Australian Politician Demands Jack Black’s Band Be Deported After Member Said ‘Don’t Miss Trump Next Time’
An Australian senator has called for the immediate expulsion of Jack Black’s band Tenacious D after one of their members made a hateful comment about former President Donald Trump surviving an assassination attempt. Breitbart News reported that during a show in Sydney on Sunday, Black sang “Happy Birthday” to bandmate Kyle Gass, who turned 64, […]
How Australian scientists brought Norfolk Island’s thumbnail-sized snails back from the brink of extinction | Australia news
First, there is a bulge on the right side of the snail’s neck, and then slowly (because everything in the snail world happens slowly) a fully formed baby snail appears, shell and all. An adult Campbell’s glass snail gave birth to more than 20 babies last week in a quarantine facility at Sydney’s Taronga Zoo. […]
Australian leader urges control of crocodile population after fatal attack
The leader of Australia’s Northern Territory says crocodile numbers must be controlled after a 12-year-old girl was mauled to death by a crocodile. Since the 1970s, thanks to protection measures, northern Australia’s crocodile population has soared from 3,000 to 100,000. The recent death of a crocodile near Palungpa has brought attention to crocodile management. Australia’s […]
The Australian senator dividing the ruling Labor party over Palestinian statehood | Australia news
aAn Australian senator has accused colleagues of intimidation after he was expelled from the ruling Labor caucus after voting in favour of a motion to recognise the state of Palestine. Afghanistan-born Fatima Peyman, an outspoken opponent of the Gaza war and champion of the Palestinian cause, ignored her party’s decision to oppose the Greens’ motion […]
The stars of Colin from Accounts: ‘As I tapped Ewan McGregor’s shoulder, I knew I’d made the wrong decision’ | Australian television
There’s a Hollywood myth that says, “Don’t work with kids or animals.” What was it like working with Zach and Buster, the two dogs who play Colin? Patrick Bramall: It’s great. The roles they play are not unreasonable. They are always the most professional actors on set. Harriet Dyer: They’re the kind of nice guys […]
Michael Phelps responds to Australian trash talk
Michael Phelps has responded to an insult made by an Australian swimmer who said he was glad he didn’t have to hear “The Star-Spangled Banner” after beating the United States at the world championships. Kate Campbell, a four-time Olympian for Australia, was being interviewed about the country’s medal total compared to the United States in […]
Australian Dollar extends decline following mixed China's economic data – FXStreet
In Asian markets on Monday, the Australian dollar continued to fall as the US dollar strengthened. A hawkish Fed stance and challenges in China’s economic recovery are weighing on AUD/USD. Attention will be on the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) interest rate decision on Tuesday, although no changes to rates are expected. The Australian dollar […]
Australian securities exchange approves its first spot Bitcoin ETF – Cointelegraph
Australia’s largest stock exchange, the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), has approved its first spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), which is set to begin trading on June 20. According to a press release shared with Cointelegraph by investment firm VanEck, the company will be launching a spot bitcoin ETF, the VanEck Bitcoin ETF (VBTC). This comes […]
X claims partial victory after Australian eSafety commissioner drops lawsuit over video of violent attack on Christian bishop
The social media platform owned by tech giant Elon Musk and now known as X is celebrating the decision of Australia’s eSafety Commissioner to drop a case relating to an assault on a Christian bishop earlier this year. “My Prophet”: Religiously Motivated Attacks on Christian Bishops As previously reported by The Blaze News, in April, […]
Australian Dollar appreciates despite lower GDP Q1 – FXStreet
The Australian dollar rose on Wednesday on a risk-on mood. Australia’s first-quarter GDP grew 0.1% from the previous quarter, below expectations of 0.2%. Caixin China Services PMI rose to 54.0 in May, marking the 17th consecutive month of expansion in services activity. The US dollar could rebound due to rising US Treasury yields. The Australian […]