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Australia's Formula One championship leader Oscar Piastri secured a crucial victory at the Spanish Grand Prix, extending his lead over teammate Lando Norris to 10 points after a recent close competition. Piastri, who led from pole position and achieved his fifth win in nine races, praised his team's performance and expressed satisfaction with the race execution. While Norris acknowledged Piastri's strong performance, Piastri remained cautious about predicting their dominance on future tracks, noting variations in...

Treatment Breakthrough for Breast CancerTreating advanced hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer patients with AstraZeneca's experimental pill camizestrant upon early signs of resistance significantly reduces the risk of disease progression or death by 56%. Presented at the ASCO meeting, this approach utilizes blood tests to detect early drug resistance, allowing timely treatment adjustments before tumor growth is visible. Researchers found that patients receiving camizestrant had a progression-free survival of 16 months compared to 9.2 months for...

SummaryPerth's median house price is projected to reach $850,000 by 2027, creating a demand for affordable apartments, yet developers face challenges due to rising construction costs outpacing market acceptance of prices. Urbis’ report highlights that only 19% of approved apartments since 2020 have begun construction, despite a sustained buyer confidence evidenced by over $1 billion in sales in the last year. Developers who can efficiently manage costs and understand market segments may find opportunities in...

Dillon Clay from Katanning has been awarded Australia’s top agricultural tyre fitter in the inaugural Tyre Fitter of the Year awards, winning both the State and national titles. With over 10 years of experience at CGS Tyres, Mr. Clay is recognized not only for his technical skills but also for his strong customer relationships and friendly demeanor, earning him the trust of the local farming community. The awards aim to highlight the vital role of...

An undermanned West Coast challenged Geelong for three quarters but ultimately lost 43-73 at Optus Stadium, with the Cats scoring seven goals to two in the final term. Despite never leading, the Eagles, missing key players like Jeremy McGovern, fought hard, highlighted by Oscar Allen's four goals and Reuben Ginbey's solid defense against Jeremy Cameron, who finished with five goals. The match was marked by Geelong's superior workrate and a strong midfield performance from Bailey...

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...