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50,000 Isolated by Flooding After Heavy Rain in New South Wales

Nearly 50,000 have been isolated due to flooding as a result of several days with heavy rainfall in the state of New South Wales in eastern Australia.

Cocaine Seized in Major Raid on Boat off Australia's East Coast

Australia's Labor Government Wins Election, Expands Parliamentary Majority

Australia's Labor-led government will remain in power for three more years. It wins the federal election and appears to expand its majority in parliament.

Wild Waves in Australia Claim Six Lives Over Easter Weekend

Unusually wild waves around Australia's southeastern coast have claimed at least six lives over the Easter weekend. The latest was a man who was swept out to sea south of Sydney.

Boy Overpowered with Loaded Rifle on Plane

A 17-year-old brought a loaded shotgun on board a plane in the Australian state of Victoria on Thursday. Once on board, he was stopped by a pilot and two passengers, according to the police.

Falsterbo Horse Show's Royal Sponsorship: Boost or Controversy?

Falsterbo's collaboration with a member of the royal family in Abu Dhabi sparks debate. The criticism has been sharp from some quarters. Others believe it can be seen as a business deal in time and benefits the competition and Swedish equestrian sports.

Influencers spread misinformation about medical tests

Many claims about medical tests that well-known influencers write on social media are incorrect. This is shown by a review that researchers in Australia have conducted. They now want to see better regulation of the content.

Hermoso appeals scandal kiss verdict

Football star Jennifer Hermoso will appeal the verdict against the former Spanish federation president Luis Rubiales. He has been convicted of sexual assault for kissing Hermoso on the mouth after the World Championship final in 2023. Rubiales is also still banned from all football – Cas rejects his appeal.