GEORGIE PARKER: South Australian icon Barrie Robran not widely recognised because he did not play in the VFL

The death toll from monsoon rains in Pakistan has reached 216 since late June, including 101 children and 40 women, with Punjab reporting the most fatalities. Authorities anticipate further rainfall, with a new monsoon system expected to impact the region from July 28, as the previous year's floods resulted in over 1,700 deaths and significant economic losses. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The heavy rain in Pakistan has caused many people to get...

Iron ore and steel prices reached a four-month high, driven by China's announcement of a 1.2 trillion yuan hydropower project in Tibet, which is expected to boost demand for construction materials. The initiative aligns with efforts to reduce overcapacity in China's steel industry, potentially benefiting mill margins and raw material prices. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Iron ore and steel prices are going up because China is building a big dam, which means...

Backpacker Carolina Wilga has returned to Germany after surviving nearly two weeks lost in the Australian outback, arriving in Düsseldorf on a 20-hour flight from Perth, where she was assisted by medical personnel. Following her arrival, she was taken to a hospital in Castrop-Rauxel, amid speculation of a potential exclusive deal to share her story with a German television network. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Backpacker Carolina Wilga Returns Home Carolina Wilga, a...

Tim Tszyu has been discharged from the hospital following a defeat to Sebastian Fundora in their world-title rematch, which left his boxing career uncertain after a second loss in the U.S. Despite his talent, Tszyu's promoter emphasized the need for recovery and personal reflection before deciding on his future in the sport. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Tim Tszyu, a boxer from Australia, got hurt in a big fight against Sebastian Fundora in...

A search resumes for a missing 56-year-old fisherman off Australia's east coast, who failed to return after fishing near Batemans Bay Marina on Saturday. Emergency services were alerted after contact was made with him at 10 am, and nearly 30 volunteers are now involved in the search, covering an area from Ulladulla to Merimbula. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A fisherman has been missing near Australia's east coast for two days after he...

Residents in Sweida, Syria, report a tense calm following the withdrawal of Bedouin fighters and a ceasefire amid violent clashes that have left hundreds dead. While US envoy Tom Barrack noted progress towards peace and a potential prisoner exchange, locals face dire conditions, including a lack of basic services and urgent need for aid, as accusations of violence against Druze by Syrian forces persist. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Residents in a city...