Megadeth’s Marty Friedman snubbed by KISS for being ‘too short’

Everyone anticipated chaos with the president-elect and his disruptive ally, culminating in a potential government shutdown as Musk and Trump's demands derailed year-end spending negotiations. House Speaker Mike Johnson's failed Plan B led to a revolt among Republicans and Democrats, exposing challenges for the incoming administration and energizing the Democratic Party against the billionaire influence of "President Musk." Despite Trump's anti-government stance, the alliance with Musk may hinder governance efforts and threaten his ambitious policy...

A speedboat carrying migrants capsized off Rhodes, Greece, resulting in eight deaths and 18 rescued. The incident occurred during dangerous manoeuvres to evade a patrol vessel, leading to migrants falling into the sea. This is the second deadly incident in a week, with a spike in migrant arrivals expected due to conflicts in the Middle East. Full Article

Western Australians who are single and unemployed are slightly better off financially than families, according to a new report by WACOSS highlighting the cost-of-living crisis. Dual-income households are facing financial hardship, with expenses exceeding income by $60.77, while single parents need an extra $94.12 per week to cover basic costs. The state government has invested over $1 billion in initiatives to address the rising cost of living, with WACOSS presenting targeted solutions for those most...

Cohen Weir is concerned about friends leaving Dubbo due to the state government cutting funding for an indoor sports precinct, impacting opportunities for young athletes like himself. Plans for a $70 million facility were scrapped, leading to frustration and limited resources for sports teams in the region. Despite the setback, Cohen remains determined to pursue his dream of becoming a professional basketball player. Full Article

In 2024, Australian telcos have reported a significant reliance on mobile phones, with Telstra averaging 60 million phone calls per day and Vodafone around 11 million. Vodafone customers send 2.9 text messages per day, totaling 2.7 billion texts per year. Data usage is also on the rise, with Telstra carrying nine million gigabytes of data daily, while Optus and Vodafone report significant data consumption as well. Overall, mobile phone usage for communication, information, and entertainment...

The Prince and Princess of Wales did not attend the royal family's pre-Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace, with William and Kate in Norfolk for the holidays. Prince Andrew also skipped the event amid controversy over his ties to an alleged Chinese spy. Other senior royals and family members were seen arriving for the private lunch, as William and Kate prepare to spend Christmas at Sandringham. Full Article