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The Kia Tasman is now available for order in Australia, with customer deliveries starting in July 2023. It will initially be offered as a dual-cab pickup, followed by a dual-cab/chassis in August and a single-cab/chassis in late 2025, with prices starting at $42,990 for the base model. The Tasman features five variants and includes a payload capacity exceeding 1000kg, alongside standard safety equipment like autonomous emergency braking and adaptive cruise control. Full Article

SummaryBenji Marshall has defended Wests Tigers players against accusations of bullying five-eighth Lachlan Galvin, who has decided not to renew his contract beyond 2026. After criticism of Marshall's coaching, which Galvin's manager rejected, Marshall stated that while players showed emotional reactions on social media, it did not constitute bullying. Marshall expressed surprise at the criticism and highlighted Galvin's successful season under his guidance, noting he was disappointed by the allegations against his coaching abilities. Full...

A group of scientists using the James Webb Space Telescope has recorded the strongest signs of life on an alien planet, K2-18 b, by detecting gases—dimethyl sulfide (DMS) and dimethyl disulfide (DMDS)—associated with biological processes on Earth. While these findings suggest the potential for microbial life, researchers caution that they are not confirming the existence of living organisms but rather identifying a possible biosignature. Astrophysicist Nikku Madhusudhan emphasizes that this marks a transformational moment in...

Perth’s Alex Condon has declared for the NBA draft while retaining his college eligibility at the University of Florida. Projected as a late first or early second-round pick, Condon's stock rose after his significant performance in Florida's NCAA championship win, where he contributed 12 points and 7 rebounds. He has until May 28 to decide whether to remain in the draft, contingent on securing a guaranteed contract, or return to college, emphasizing his strong connection...

Arsenal defeated defending champions Real Madrid 2-1 to advance to the Champions League semi-finals for the first time since 2009, winning 5-1 on aggregate after a 3-0 first-leg victory. Despite a missed penalty from Bukayo Saka, Arsenal's goals from Saka and Gabriel Martinelli secured the win, while Real Madrid's hopes were thwarted by a VAR review that overturned an earlier penalty decision. In the other quarter-final, Inter Milan progressed past Bayern Munich 4-3 on aggregate,...

Justin Rose expressed feelings of torment after losing his second Masters play-off, this time to Rory McIlroy, who secured victory with a birdie on the first extra hole. Rose had initially closed the final round with a strong performance, finishing with a 66 and setting the clubhouse target, but ultimately fell short after McIlroy missed a crucial putt in regulation. Reflecting on his near-misses in major championships, Rose acknowledged the mixed emotions of his performance...