Secret NSW childcare abuse rating system kept from parents
An explosive investigation reveals a covert government rating system for abuse allegations in NSW childcare centres, deliberately withheld from parents and the public.
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NSW Liberals in Crisis After Kiama By-Election Catastrophe
The NSW Liberal Party faces an existential crisis after a catastrophic by-election defeat in Kiama. With a 25% swing against them, questions mount over Mark Speakman's leadership and the party's future direction.
Southampton bans all weekend holiday rentals
The exclusive New York beach enclave of Southampton has enacted a radical ban on all short-term weekend rentals, a dramatic move to reclaim neighbourhoods from disruptive tourists and preserve its dwindling year-round community.
North Korea bans hamburgers, ice cream in cultural crackdown
North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un has launched a drastic crackdown on Western cultural influences, outlawing hamburgers, ice cream, and karaoke machines in a sweeping purge of foreign imports deemed 'decadent' and a threat to the regime's ideology.
Kiama Byelection: Labor favoured, catastrophic for Liberals
NSW Premier Chris Minns's Labor government is favoured to snatch the seat of Kiama from the Liberals in a crucial byelection, dealing a potential devastating blow to Opposition Leader Mark Speakman's leadership.
Sydney's Severe Weather Chaos: Floods and Damaging Winds
Sydney is battling a severe weather onslaught with torrential rain and destructive winds causing widespread disruption, flash flooding, and perilous conditions for commuters. The Bureau of Meteorology issues urgent warnings as the city braces for more cha
NSW Dam Bursts, Town Evacuated in Dangerous Flood Emergency
A major dam has failed in New South Wales, forcing the urgent evacuation of a regional town as flash flooding sweeps through the Northern Tablelands. Emergency services issue severe weather warnings.
Young family's miracle escape from NSW tornado devastation
A young family cheated death after a savage tornado ripped through their New South Wales property, demolishing their home in seconds. The Bureau of Meteorology issues urgent warnings as severe storms batter the region.
Spain's Holiday Smoking Ban: Tourists Face Hefty Fines
British tourists face shock fines as Spain implements sweeping smoking bans on beaches and public spaces. Major holiday destinations like Barcelona and the Balearics introduce strict new measures.
Spain's Beach Smoking Ban: New Rules for Tourists
Holidaymakers heading to Spain face strict new anti-smoking laws. Discover how the ban on smoking and vaping on beaches could affect your next trip and the hefty fines for those who break the rules.
Minns blocks scrutiny of controversial hunting bill
NSW Opposition accuses Premier Chris Minns of dodging democratic process after he voted against establishing a committee to examine the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party's contentious hunting legislation.
Nepal bans social media after deadly protests kill five
Nepal's government has enforced a stringent ban on major social media platforms, including Facebook and TikTok, following violent protests that resulted in multiple fatalities. The move raises urgent questions about digital rights and state control in the
Minns backflips on controversial NSW hunting bill
New South Wales Premier Chris Minns has dramatically reversed his support for the Shooters and Fishers Party's hunting legislation following intense criticism from environmental groups and the public.
Nepal bans X, WhatsApp, and YouTube in social media crackdown
Nepal's government has enacted a drastic ban on 26 social media platforms, including global giants X, WhatsApp, and YouTube, citing national security and social harmony concerns. The move sparks immediate debate over digital rights and freedom of expressi
NSW Locks In Great Koala National Park, Bans Logging
In a historic conservation victory, the New South Wales government has officially established the Great Koala National Park and enacted an immediate ban on logging within its boundaries, safeguarding a critical koala habitat.
Bellbird Hill Wedding Venue Destroyed in Devastating Fire
A devastating fire has completely destroyed the renowned Bellbird Hill wedding venue in regional New South Wales, leaving owners and couples heartbroken just weeks before the spring season.
UK councils propose outdoor smoking bans in public spaces
Exclusive: Local authorities across the UK are exploring controversial bans on smoking in public spaces like high streets, beaches, and parks. Discover which areas are leading the charge.
Cigarette filters: hidden plastic pollutant and cancer risk
Exclusive: New research reveals how single-use plastic cigarette filters are not only polluting our planet but may also be increasing smokers' risk of cancer, prompting urgent calls for a UK ban.
Smokers Face 70% Higher Pancreatic Cancer Risk - Study
Groundbreaking research reveals smokers face a 70% higher risk of developing pancreatic cancer, prompting urgent calls for targeted screening programmes in the UK.
Fathers' smoking before conception harms child health
Groundbreaking research from the University of Bristol establishes a direct link between paternal smoking before conception and increased health risks for children, including asthma, obesity, and weakened immune systems.
UK May Ban High-Caffeine Energy Drinks for Under-16s
The UK government is considering a ban on high-caffeine energy drinks for children under 16, following alarming health concerns and pressure from medical experts. Learn about the potential legislation and its implications.
Leura Stabbing: Woman Charged in Blue Mountains Attack
A 41-year-old woman faces serious charges following a violent stabbing incident in the tranquil town of Leura, NSW. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Monday afternoon, with the victim hospitalised and the community left in disbelief.
Vaping Linked to 15% Higher Stroke Risk, Study Finds
Groundbreaking research from the University of Bristol indicates that using e-cigarettes significantly increases the risk of suffering a stroke, with former smokers who vape facing the greatest danger. Experts are calling for urgent public health action.
Smoke Clears: Police Trial Over Teen's Custody Death
The NSW Supreme Court trial into the death of Indigenous teenager Jai Wright takes a poignant turn as family performs a smoking ceremony outside the courthouse, seeking justice and cultural cleansing.
Criminals banned from pubs and football matches in new law
A sweeping new law in England and Wales will bar offenders from town centres, pubs, and major events as part of their community orders, creating 'sobriety zones' to curb alcohol-fuelled crime.
Pub and Concert Ban for Violent Criminals Proposed
Violent criminals in the UK could face new 'Entertainment Banning Orders' preventing them from pubs, concerts, and football matches under a major government crackdown.
Goulburn Double Murder: Teen Charged Over Mother and Son Deaths
A quiet street in Goulburn, NSW, becomes a crime scene as police investigate the shocking double murder of a 41-year-old mother and her 13-year-old son. A 19-year-old man, known to the victims, has been charged.
Secret Docs Reveal NSW Childcare System 'Failing Families'
Explosive internal documents reveal the New South Wales childcare system is in a state of profound crisis, with families facing years-long waitlists and a regulator struggling to cope, according to the Greens.
Justin Bieber Vapes Illegally in West Hollywood Restaurant
Pop sensation Justin Bieber risks legal repercussions after being photographed vaping inside a trendy West Hollywood eatery during a private dinner with wife Hailey, blatantly flouting California's stringent anti-smoking laws.
Shopper banned for life from Aldi and TK Maxx over boots
A UK shopper tells of her shock after being handed a lifetime ban from Aldi and TK Maxx for a bizarre misunderstanding over a pair of boots. The incident has sparked debate over retail security protocols.
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