Samantha Murphy: Police ‘doubtful’ missing Ballarat mother is alive

Carlton has announced that key forward Charlie Curnow will undergo knee surgery, ending his 2025 season after experiencing soreness following a recent match. Despite his desire to continue playing, the club decided that surgery would provide him the best chance for a full recovery before the pre-season, as he finishes the year with 32 goals in 18 games. Want More Context? 🔎

Jason Momoa has shaved his iconic beard, expressing his dislike for the new look on Instagram, stating, “Damn, I hate it.” The shave marks the beginning of his preparation for Dune 3, while also promoting his aluminum bottled water project, Mananalu, aimed at reducing single-use plastic waste. Want More Context? 🔎

The Kimberley has seen a decline in GPs, even as rural WA surpassed 1,000 doctors for the first time, necessitating an increase of 300 GPs to meet future demand by 2030. Rural Health West's Professor Catherine Elliot emphasized the importance of support for GPs, noting a 5.8% yearly increase in rural practitioners, with a notable rise in female GPs and International Medical Graduates among new arrivals. Want More Context? 🔎

A magnitude 2.2 earthquake occurred south of Port Hedland on July 30 at 10:30 PM, recorded at a depth of 10km, following a 4.8 magnitude quake in Wyalkatchem earlier that day. Additionally, a powerful 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck near Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, triggering tsunami warnings across the Pacific region. Want More Context? 🔎

Labor's election promise to reduce student debts by 20% has successfully passed parliament, benefiting over 3 million Australians with an average relief of $5,520. The bill also raises the minimum income repayment threshold from $54,000 to $67,000 and lowers repayment rates, despite opposition from One Nation senators and an empty opposition bench during the vote. Want More Context? 🔎

Rustom Bhagwagar, a Delta Airlines co-pilot, was arrested for 24 felony child sex abuse charges shortly after landing in San Francisco, with his ex-girlfriend Jennifer Powell also charged for enabling and participating in the abuse of a child over five years. Both face potential sentences of 15 years to life if convicted, with the alleged offenses occurring between 2018 and 2023. Want More Context? 🔎