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Australian buyers will now pay an additional $5000 for the GMC Yukon Denali, bringing the price to $174,990 before on-road costs, due to economic factors affecting the import of the US-built SUV. The Yukon features a 6.2-litre V8 engine, 3500kg towing capacity, luxurious interior amenities, and advanced suspension technology. GMSV, responsible for selling the Yukon and other GM models in Australia, has indicated that price increases may affect additional models, but details remain unclear. Full...

SINGAPORE: Gastroenteritis Investigation Findings The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) and Ministry of Health (MOH) reported that investigations into gastroenteritis cases during a national preparedness exercise found no link to ready-to-eat (RTE) meals, with only 0.2% of consumers affected. Laboratory tests and environmental swabs revealed no foodborne pathogens, and the meals were deemed safe despite some students from the School of the Arts falling ill. The distribution of these meals, intended for over 100,000 students and...

WA Greens reschedule Anzac Day 'Greens Party Party'The Greens have rescheduled their Anzac Day fundraising event, which faced backlash from major party leaders. The event, aimed at supporting candidates Sophie Greer and Senator Jordon Steele-John, will now not occur on April 25, as Greer plans to attend an Anzac Day service. Prime Minister Albanese emphasized the day's respectfulness, while Opposition Leader Dutton criticized the party's event as inappropriate. Full Article

Kymberlee Schopper, 52, and Ashley Lelesi, owners of the Florida curio shop Wicked Wonderland, were arrested for selling human remains on Facebook Marketplace, facing charges related to human organs and tissue sales. Police began investigating after receiving a tip in December 2023, which included images of human bones for sale, and discovered the shop had been selling such items for several years, despite Lelesi's claim of unawareness about its legality. Following their arrest, Schopper was...

Analysts suggest that the disarmament of Hezbollah, once deemed impossible, may be achievable as the U.S. pressures Lebanon and Iran regarding its nuclear program. The group was significantly weakened after a year-long conflict with Israel, which transformed the political landscape in Lebanon. While Hezbollah has indicated willingness to engage in discussions about its weapons, it remains resistant to immediate disarmament, with the ongoing presence of Israeli troops providing justification for retaining its arsenal and complicating...

Trump's Trade Policy UpdatesPresident Donald Trump is advancing plans for new tariffs on semiconductors and pharmaceuticals, while hinting at potential relief for automakers facing 25 percent tariffs on vehicles and parts as they adjust supply chains. This comes amid ongoing investigations into the national security implications of importing these goods. Despite a recent pause on reciprocal tariffs, concerns grow over the impact of these trade announcements, which have already influenced global financial markets and prompted...