Indonesian ferry catches fire at sea, killing five

Australia is facing a cost-of-living crisis impacting various generations differently, with older adults experiencing a rise in financial abuse, particularly termed "inheritance impatience," where adult children feel entitled to their parents' assets. Advocare highlights a 20% increase in elder abuse in WA, mostly perpetrated by family members, emphasizing the need for community awareness and protection of vulnerable seniors. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: In Australia, families are having a tough time with money,...

Saudi Arabia plans to launch a national low-cost airline by 2030, featuring a fleet of 45 planes, with Air Arabia among the successful bidders to operate it. The airline will serve 24 domestic and 57 international destinations, aiming to transport 10 million passengers annually from King Fahd International Airport in Dammam. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Saudi Arabia is starting a new low-cost airline that will have 45 airplanes and help people fly...

Support for the Coalition has dropped to its lowest level in 40 years, with a Newspoll showing the Liberal and Nationals primary vote at 29%, down from their previous record low of 31.8%. In contrast, Labor's primary vote rose to 36%, despite Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's declining approval ratings, with him still preferred over Liberal leader Sussan Ley by 52% to 32%. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Coalition Support Falls The Coalition is...

WA's mining sector is facing disputes over union claims regarding breaches of "same job, same pay" laws, with the Minerals Council of Australia filing a complaint against the Electrical Trades Union (ETU) for allegedly making false representations to workers. The ETU is pushing for equal pay enforcement at Chevron’s Barrow Island LNG facility, which could significantly impact subcontractor wages. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Big mining companies in Western Australia are upset because...

The West Coast Fever secured a dominant 77-45 victory over the NSW Swifts in a record-breaking semifinal, extending their winning streak to 13 games and earning a spot in the Super Netball grand final. Jhaniele Fowler-Nembhard starred with 67 goals, leading Fever to a remarkable 32-goal win, while the Swifts struggled with turnovers and defensive pressure. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The West Coast Fever played an amazing game, winning by 32 goals...

A 61-year-old man died after being pulled into an MRI machine in New York while wearing a weight-training chain around his neck, as his wife, Adrienne Jones-McAllister, recounted that he waved goodbye before going limp. The incident occurred when he entered the MRI room to assist her during her scan, and despite attempts to help him, he suffered heart attacks after being freed from the machine. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A man...