Few years on the Earth
The death of twelve-year-old Nico Antic after a shark attack in Sydney Harbour has sent shockwaves across Australia and beyond, reigniting public concern over marine safety along the country’s coastline. Nico died in hospital last week after sustaining catastrophic injuries during an incident that occurred while he was swimming with friends. His death marks one … Read more
The Sydney community and much of Australia are grappling with devastating news following a shark attack that has left a 12-year-old boy brain-dead and facing what family members have described as the “worst possible outcome.” Nico Antic was mauled on Sunday while swimming in Sydney Harbour, an incident that not only shattered a family but … Read more
The death of 19-year-old Canadian backpacker Piper James on K’gari, the world heritage-listed sand island off Australia’s Queensland coast, has shocked both Australia and Canada, prompting an intense investigation and widespread expressions of grief. James was found dead early Monday morning on a beach near the iconic Maheno shipwreck, surrounded by a pack of dingoes, … Read more
Waking up in the early hours of the morning often comes with a familiar sense of routine and comfort, especially within the perceived safety of one’s own bedroom. For Brisbane resident Rachel Bloor, however, that sense of security was abruptly shattered by an encounter so extraordinary that it borders on the surreal. What began as … Read more
The death of a 52-year-old man following his arrest by police in Sydney’s west has prompted a critical incident investigation and renewed scrutiny of the use of pepper spray by law enforcement in Australia. The man died after being pepper-sprayed during an arrest at a residential unit in Homebush, raising questions about police conduct, medical … Read more
Australian influencer Indy Clinton has once again placed herself at the centre of an online debate, this time over the monetisation of her personal cosmetic surgery journey. Known for her candid presence on TikTok and Instagram, Clinton recently revealed the results of her second rhinoplasty, but not without controversy. Instead of immediately sharing the full … Read more
The University of Sydney has terminated the employment of lecturer Rose Nakad following an investigation into a verbal outburst directed at Jewish students celebrating the festival of Sukkot on campus, an incident that was captured on video and widely circulated online. The dismissal comes months after the confrontation occurred in October and follows her suspension … Read more
The deadly shooting at Bondi Beach during a Hanukkah celebration shocked Australia and reverberated far beyond its shores. In what authorities have described as the country’s deadliest mass shooting in nearly three decades, at least 15 people were killed when two gunmen opened fire on crowds gathered at one of Sydney’s most iconic locations. Amid … Read more
The mass shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach has emerged as one of the most devastating acts of violence in Australia in nearly three decades, shattering the sense of safety in a country long defined by strict gun control laws and low rates of firearm-related crime. The attack unfolded during a public Jewish celebration marking the … Read more
In recent months, the name Samuel Weidenhofer has become increasingly familiar across social media platforms, particularly among audiences drawn to stories of compassion and tangible generosity. Known online as a “kindness influencer,” Weidenhofer has built a large following by documenting spontaneous encounters with people facing financial hardship and then mobilizing his audience to help change … Read more