Few years on the Earth
The death of Swiss tourist Livia Mühlheim, 25, at Kylies Beach north of Sydney has drawn global attention both for the brutality of the attack and the extraordinary efforts made by her boyfriend, Lukas Schindler, 26, to save her life. The couple had been swimming at dawn in waters where dolphins were present, an environment … Read more
The fatal shark attack at Kylies Beach in New South Wales has drawn national attention, marking the fifth deadly incident of its kind in Australia this year. The tragedy unfolded early Thursday morning at a remote stretch of coastline within Crowdy Bay National Park, about 300km north of Sydney. A woman in her 20s died … Read more
A routine manicure meant as a simple Valentine’s Day treat turned into a life-altering medical emergency for 27-year-old Sydney resident Claudia Ruffin, who developed a severe Strep infection that rapidly escalated into sepsis. Within hours of her appointment at a Double Bay salon, Ruffin went from enjoying a relaxing self-care afternoon to fighting for her … Read more
The deaths of a seven-year-old boy and his parents in Sydney have drawn widespread shock after police accused a local taekwondo instructor of murdering all three. Authorities allege that Kwang Kyung Yoo, a well-known martial arts teacher in the community, carried out the killings at his academy and later at the victims’ home. The case … Read more
Pauline Hanson’s decision to once again enter the Australian Senate wearing a burqa has triggered widespread condemnation across the political spectrum, reigniting a national debate around religion, cultural expression, and parliamentary conduct. The One Nation leader repeated her 2017 stunt in an attempt to revive her push for a nationwide ban on the burqa, arguing … Read more
The arrest of Sydney resident Anya Phan, a self-proclaimed fortune-teller and feng shui master, has exposed what authorities describe as one of the most sophisticated financial crime operations uncovered in recent years. The 53-year-old woman and her 25-year-old daughter, Thi Ta, were taken into custody at their Dover Heights home, marking a significant escalation in … Read more
A serious safety incident at Melbourne Airport’s Qantas business lounge has renewed global concerns around lithium battery-powered devices, after a passenger’s power bank suddenly caught fire in his trouser pocket and caused burns, panic, and the evacuation of nearly 150 people. The dramatic event unfolded at around 11am local time on Thursday, when several travellers … Read more
When Andrew and Jo Melville-Smith drove their brand-new Tesla Model Y off a dealership lot in Adelaide, South Australia, they expected a smooth, celebratory journey home. Instead, they found themselves at the centre of what may become one of the rarest recorded events in automotive and scientific history. During their drive, their vehicle was struck … Read more
Australia’s new online safety law, which enforces a sweeping ban on social media use for children under 16, has sparked intense debate across the country. Among those most affected are young influencers who have built careers—and entire livelihoods—through platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. One of the most high-profile examples is The Empire Family, a … Read more
The Australian cricket community is mourning the tragic loss of 17-year-old Ben Austin, a promising young player from Melbourne, who died after being struck by a ball during a training session earlier this week. The incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon at the Wally Tew Reserve in Ferntree Gully, located in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs. Despite immediate … Read more