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New Covid 'Stratius' Strain Has Peculiar Symptoms

Health officials are monitoring a new Covid-19 variant dubbed 'Stratius'. Experts reveal its peculiar symptoms differ from classic signs, with sore throat and runny nose now less common.

Brisbane CBD Evacuation After Chemical Scare

A major emergency response unfolded in Brisbane's CBD after a hazardous chemical leak at a CBD medical clinic. Hundreds were evacuated as specialist HAZMAT crews worked to contain the incident.

South Africa Battles New COVID Surge From JN.1 Variant

South Africa faces a dramatic resurgence of COVID-19 cases driven by the JN.1 variant, with hospitalisations soaring in Gauteng and Western Cape provinces. Health officials issue urgent warnings as the country grapples with its fourth major wave.

New 'Silent' Stratus COVID Variant Sweeps UK

EXCLUSIVE: Health experts warn of a new 'silent' COVID variant, Stratus, circulating in the UK. Learn its distinctive symptoms, how it differs from previous strains, and essential protection tips.

Scientists Warn of New FLiRT Covid Variant Risk

A consortium of leading UK scientists from Edinburgh, Oxford, and Montpellier issues a stark warning about the new KP.2 'FLiRT' Covid variant, highlighting its increased transmissibility and potential impact on summer case numbers.

Long Covid Linked to Heavier Periods in New Study

Groundbreaking UK research uncovers a distressing new symptom of Long Covid, with women experiencing significant changes to their menstrual cycles, including heavier bleeding and worsened premenstrual symptoms.

QLD Gov to Ban Pill Testing, Defying Health Experts

The Queensland government has announced a controversial ban on pill testing services, drawing fierce criticism from health experts who warn it will put young lives at risk at music festivals and events.

New Covid Variant KP.3: Key Symptoms Warning

Health experts issue urgent warning as the new KP.3 Covid variant, now dominant in the UK, presents with easily mistaken cold-like symptoms. Learn how to spot the signs and protect yourself.

Trump's Debunked COVID Vaccine Claim Sparks Fury

Former US President Donald Trump faces a fierce backlash from medical experts and fact-checkers after making a baseless claim that COVID-19 vaccines are causing 'millions of deaths'.

Cairns Measles Outbreak Warning After Infectious Visit

Queensland Health sounds the alarm as a measles-infected traveller from overseas visits busy public spots in Cairns. Health officials are urgently contacting potential contacts as the highly contagious viral threat spreads.

Tourists trash sacred Cape York Tip, sparking outrage

Outrage erupts as visitors to Queensland's iconic Cape York peninsula leave behind a trail of destruction, dumping tonnes of rubbish and damaging sacred Indigenous sites at the northernmost point of the Australian mainland.

California Urges Mask-Wearing Amid COVID Surge

California health officials urge residents to resume mask-wearing in public indoor spaces as COVID-19 hospitalisations spike across the state. Latest data shows significant increase in cases.

Queensland trucking company collapses after 23 years

A major Queensland transport company with a 23-year history has entered liquidation, collapsing with massive debts and leaving dozens of employees without jobs in a severe blow to the region's freight industry.

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