Koenen stars as Lightning thrash struggling Giants

Summary Richie Mo'unga led Brave Lupus Tokyo to an 18-13 victory over Bernard Foley's Spears Funabashi Tokyo-Bay in the Japan Rugby League One final, securing his second title in Japan and eighth overall. Mo'unga scored early and contributed with a penalty goal, while the match saw Brave Lupus extend their lead after halftime. Despite a late try from Foley's Spears, Brave Lupus defended well to clinch back-to-back championships, watched by 51,009 fans, while former Wallabies...

SummaryPennrith's season revived with an 18-10 victory over Parramatta, propelled by State of Origin stars, lifting them from the bottom of the NRL ladder. Nathan Cleary, after a challenging performance in the Origin, made a crucial sideline conversion and assisted in securing the win with a final try from Brian To'o. The Panthers now sit 14th, needing to win eight of their next 12 games to achieve a 50% record, while showing improved defense despite...

As more Australians in their 40s and beyond enter new relationships, financial considerations become crucial due to the substantial assets they may bring, including homes and superannuation. NGS Super financial planner Trudy Jenkin emphasizes the importance of open financial discussions to avoid future conflicts, noting that older couples tend to be more pragmatic about these issues compared to younger couples. With rising divorce rates among older Australians, Jenkins advises couples to communicate clearly about their...

Angelos Angelopoulos claimed religious discrimination after the Queensland Government denied funding for a Greek Orthodox funeral for his father, Anastasios, who passed away in 2018. His case was dismissed by the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) in 2022, stating he was not treated less favorably due to his faith, and the Court of Appeal upheld this decision, citing lack of jurisdiction on several grounds. Angelopoulos argued he was denied natural justice, yet his appeals...

SummaryWoodside's North West Shelf gas project has been approved by the Albanese government to operate until 2070, but must comply with the safeguard mechanism to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Energy Minister Chris Bowen confirmed that all facilities under this mechanism, including Woodside's, are legally required to develop a pathway to net-zero emissions, despite potential controversies regarding gas project approvals and their impact on Australia's climate commitments. Bowen emphasized Australia's ongoing goal to reduce emissions...

Singer Rihanna’s father, Ronald Fenty, passed away at the age of 70 in Los Angeles, as reported by TMZ. He had been battling an illness, and Rihanna, who is pregnant with her third child, visited him in the hospital. Their relationship was strained over the years due to Ronald's public comments and a lawsuit Rihanna filed in 2019 for exploiting her name, although she later dismissed the case in 2021; despite their tumultuous history, Rihanna...