Fremantle Dockers forward Pat Voss fined for dropping West Coast Eagle Harley Reid off the ball

Muchea Livestock Centre was awarded the 2025 Industry Advocate Award at the National Saleyard Conference for its significant contributions to animal welfare, community support, and economic impact, handling over 500,000 sheep and 70,000 cattle annually. The centre’s leadership, recognized by industry figures, emphasizes the vital role of saleyards in livestock markets and their commitment to best practices in biosecurity and animal welfare. Want More Context? 🔎

The operator of the Ruby Princess cruise ship, Carnival, will remain liable for compensating passengers affected by COVID-19 after a failed appeal against a class action ruling that deemed the company negligent. The court found that Carnival should have canceled the cruise, which resulted in 28 deaths and 663 infections, and a lead plaintiff was awarded $4,423 for medical expenses, though her request for larger damages was denied. Want More Context? 🔎

A gunman opened fire in an upscale New York skyscraper, killing at least three people, including a police officer, and injuring several others before barricading himself in a room on the 33rd floor, where he was later found dead from a self-inflicted shotgun wound. The incident prompted a large emergency response, with the New York Police Commissioner confirming the shooter was neutralized, while the motive is still under investigation. Want More Context? 🔎

US President Donald Trump has set a new 10 to 12-day deadline for Russia regarding its war in Ukraine, expressing frustration with President Putin's lack of progress and threatening sanctions on Russia and its export buyers. Ukrainian President Zelensky praised Trump's assertiveness, emphasizing the importance of sanctions in achieving peace and expressing readiness to collaborate with the US to end the conflict. Want More Context? 🔎

A gunman opened fire outside the Grand Sierra Resort casino in Reno, Nevada, injuring multiple people before being taken into custody; the condition of the victims is unknown. Local police and emergency services responded to the scene, and a city council member expressed concern over the ongoing issue of gun violence in the community. Want More Context? 🔎

Geraldton hosted a groundbreaking athlete assessment event at Activewest Stadium on July 17, organized by SportsKey in collaboration with WA Football, to redefine talent recognition in regional communities. Led by Chris Smith, the initiative focuses on long-term athletic potential through data-driven assessments of growth, skill, and cognitive ability, aiming to provide regional athletes with access to elite development pathways. Want More Context? 🔎