Super Typhoon Ragasa has wreaked havoc across parts of Asia, chiefly impacting Taiwan, the Philippines, and Hong Kong. This exceptionally powerful storm generated waves comparable in height to lampposts along …
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A significant decline in Australian property values, amounting to hundreds of billions of dollars, is anticipated due to the effects of climate change over the coming decades. A recent risk …
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The Taliban has reported over 1,400 fatalities and more than 3,000 injuries from a devastating earthquake that hit eastern Afghanistan, particularly in Kunar province. This situation has been exacerbated by …
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A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck Afghanistan’s eastern region close to the Pakistan border early this morning, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The earthquake’s epicentre was located …
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Regional Victorians raise over $1.6 million to fund their own community initiatives.
by adminResidents of regional north-east Victoria are taking proactive steps to address their community’s needs by collaboratively funding various initiatives, amassing millions of dollars in the process. Sylvie Huigen recently relocated …
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Under Pressure: Alarming New Findings Raise Concerns for the Future of the Great Barrier Reef
by adminRecent research from the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) indicates a significant decline in coral cover across the Great Barrier Reef, with some areas experiencing a decrease of approximately …
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A significant earthquake, measuring 8.8 on the Richter scale, has struck off the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia early Wednesday, prompting widespread tsunami warnings across the Pacific. This seismic event has …
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Australian Stranded in Hawaii Amid Tsunami Warning Reports Locals ‘Panic Buying’ Water
by adminAn Australian paddleboarder, Charlie Verco, 24, from Bondi, has found himself in a precarious situation in Hawaii following a tsunami warning triggered by a significant offshore earthquake. Alongside his friends, …
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Chinese State Media Reports Thirty Fatalities Due to Severe Rain and Flooding in Beijing
by adminChinese state media have reported that at least 34 people have lost their lives due to devastating floods and heavy rain in Beijing, with the hardest hit areas being Miyun …
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‘The Ocean’s Tide Continues to Climb’: A Quest to Preserve the Gold Coast’s Shores
by adminAn offshore dredge is currently at work replenishing sand on Main Beach as part of a significant $50 million initiative to restore 320,000 semi-trailer loads of sand lost due to …