Rare earths miner targets US investment to rival Chinese supplies

Mt Barker is celebrating its reputation as the home of free-range chickens by showcasing over 100 painted chicken sculptures throughout the town as part of Mountain Country Tourism’s campaign and the Bloom Festival, inviting visitors to vote for their favorites until October 12. The artistic designs, created by local artists including students from various schools, aim to attract tourism and highlight the town's playful spirit. Want More Context? 🔎

The National Park Service plans to furlough 9,296 of its 14,500 employees during a shutdown, but many parks will remain open, allowing access to roads, trails, and memorials. Parks that charge fees will maintain basic visitor services, while those without accessible areas will cease operations entirely, with minimal staffing and no visitor services provided. Want More Context? 🔎

Sir Lindsay Hoyle's Travel Expenses Sir Lindsay Hoyle, Speaker of the House of Commons, incurred over £56,000 in travel expenses for various international trips from November 2024 to July 2025, including business class flights and luxury accommodations in countries like Malaysia and Ukraine. Notably, his most expensive trip was to Malaysia, costing £8,286, while dining expenses at upscale restaurants further added to the bill. Want More Context? 🔎

Italian unions call for general strike as global protests grow and multiple governments criticise Israel.Israel's interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla en route to Gaza has sparked international protests and government condemnations, with leaders from Türkiye, Malaysia, and Colombia demanding accountability and the release of detained citizens. In response, Italian unions have called for a general strike, emphasizing solidarity with the flotilla and Gaza amidst widespread global unrest and criticism of Israel's actions. Want More...

A mother of four, whose identity is protected for legal reasons, is facing sentencing for multiple thefts linked to her claimed kleptomania, which has led to her children being taken from her. Judge Deidre Orchard noted that the woman, in her 20s, has continuously offended since 2019, with recent charges involving over $3000 in goods. Want More Context? 🔎

Every day, fishermen in Senegal's Saint-Louis, like Gora Fall, face economic hardships due to fishing restrictions around the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim gas project, impacting their livelihoods. With dwindling catches and rising costs, many are forced to abandon traditional fishing for alternative jobs, including carpentry, as they struggle to survive. Want More Context? 🔎