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‘I will always put the game first’: Andrew Dillon gives statement after appointment as CEO

Incoming AFL Chief Executive Andrew Dillon gives a statement after it was announced he will replace Gillon McLachlan. “It’s a privilege and an honour to be given the opportunity to lead the AFL,” Mr Dillon told a media conference on Monday. “I can’t stress it enough, that we are a game for everyone. “I want everyone to know, I will always put the game first.” Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Ding Liren becomes China’s first world chess champion

Ding, 30, takes over as winner of the World Chess Championship from Norway's Magnus Carlsen, who chose not to defend his title after a 10-year reign.He and Nepomniachtchi had finished on seven points each after the 14 first-stage games played in the Kazakh capital, Astana. Each had won three, with the other eight ending in draws.For the tie-break stage of the match, also in Astana, the contenders had only 25 minutes to make their moves, plus an additional 10 seconds for each move played.Ding clinched victory after winning the fourth of Sunday's quick-fire games following three draws.Both players reacted emotionally, with Nepomniachtchi getting up from the table quickly after shaking hands to concede defeat, and shaking hands again before leaving the hall.Ding sat in front of the board, his face resting on one hand as he tried to compose himself."I'm quite relieved," said Ding, in comments posted after the match by FIDE, the International Chess Federation."The

Influencers slammed in bombshell report

A study by the consumer watchdog found concerns with 81 per cent of posts by more than 100 influencers made since January, citing concerns around “potentially misleading endorsements and testimonials”. The findings has the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) considering whether the current self-regulated system needed to be beefed up. “Consumers are unable to make informed choices about purchases when endorsements and sponsored posts are not clearly disclosed,” ACCC chair Gina Cass-Gottlieb said.In Australia, influencers must disclose if they have accepted payment, or free products or services from a brand.But the report questioned the compliance of the vast majority of influencers.“Influencers have incentives not to disclose endorsement deals or ‘over commercialise’ as their advertising influence largely relies on their authenticity,” the latest Digital Platform Services Inquiry read.The ACCC launched the sweep earlier this year to identify misleading testimonials an

Transgender women share their transition journey

What is it like being a transgender woman in today's society? Carolina Sanchez talks with two women about their transition and the obstacles they faced. Plus, Dr. Sex Fairy shares the transgender treatments she offers at Bawa Medical. #women #transgender #houston Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Defence tech boost to deter ‘any adversary’ projecting its power through Australia’s north

The government’s plan to boost the technology of the Defence Force is to deter “any adversary” which tries to project its power through Australia’s north, says Defence Minister Richard Marles. “As we sought to re-task the Australian Defence Force, we talk in terms of being able to deter through denial any adversary which seeks to project power against Australia through our northern approaches,” he told Sky News Australia. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

PM Albanese calls for sustainable growth of NDIS to ensure fairness

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has emphasised the need for a sustainable growth trajectory for the NDIS to ensure "equity and fairness" for all Australians living with disabilities, including those not eligible for the program. "We know that their trajectory of NDIS expenditure is just not sustainable into the future," Mr Albanese said in a media conference on Friday. "That trajectory projects some $97 billion on the NDIS in the medium term. "So in 10 years, when you look at the budget framework, that is simply not sustainable." Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

AP Explains: Trump rape accuser cross-examined

Donald Trump's lawyer sought Thursday to pick apart a decades-old rape claim against the former president, questioning why accuser E. Jean Carroll did not scream or seek help when Trump allegedly attacked her in a department store. (April 27) Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Man City’s win over Arsenal ‘not decisive but really, really important’, says Pep Guardiola

Pep Guardiola insisted there was nothing decisive about Manchester City’s 4-1 win over Premier League rivals Arsenal but acknowledged something big had shifted with the title now in his side’s hands. City made light of a fixture long billed as a high-pressure title decider, with the dynamic play of Kevin De Bruyne and Erling Haaland ripping through the Arsenal defence time and again. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

British nationals evacuated from Sudan reunited with relatives at Stansted

British nationals evacuated from Sudan have been reunited with relatives and loved ones at Stansted Airport, with one man describing the conflict as a “nightmare”. Women with small children and babies in prams were among approximately 300 people who were flown from Sudan, as well as elderly individuals in wheelchairs. Family members and friends were waiting anxiously in the arrivals lounge and car park for the flight to arrive. One man from Sudan, who did not give his name, described his experience as a “nightmare”. Speaking outside the airport, he said: “It’s absolutely fantastic to be back. It’s been a nightmare. We’ve never seen anything like it before. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Cleverly delivers keynote address on China

James Cleverly has said that failing to engage with China would be a “sign of weakness” in a speech setting out the Government’s position on Beijing. The Foreign Secretary said the UK must engage directly with the country in order to promote stability in a keynote address to the Lord Mayor’s Easter Banquet in London on Tuesday. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Dining with docs in Falls Church

Inova hosted its dining with docs luncheon Tuesday in Falls Church. The theme this year was getting wiser about getting older. Medical leaders and patients got a chance to mix, mingle and tap into the minds of Inova doctors and experts covering everything from cardiology, sleep, nutrition and behavioral health. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

‘Youth of the Year’ celebrated

The Minnesota Boys and Girls Club is a community resource that thousands use across the state, and every year the organization honors a handful of inspiring teens leading the way. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Newsmaker: Flood-ridden Arizona communities, and the Lori Vallow case

In this episode of John Hook's Newsmaker Saturday, we're first hearing from Vice Mayor of Flagstaff, Austin Aslan, as the beautiful northern Arizona city is experiencing water cascading in the neighborhoods, parks, and developments ever since fires burned in the mountains over the last several years. On top of that, we're talking about the unbelievable winter snowpack that's accumulated in ... Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

A-listers flock to lavish celebrity wedding

The 24-year-old socialite tied the knot with British record executive Elliot Grainge, 30, in Antibes on the Cote d’Azur, with her famous dad walking her down the aisle and older sister Nicole Richie gushing over the stylish newlyweds, New York Post reports.“I love you more than anything‍️,” Nicole captioned an Instagram post which featured an intimate picture that was taken as her sister got ready to say “I do”.The photo featured The Simple Life star, 41, crouching down in a stunning black gown to straighten the bride’s train. Sofia, chic in a custom Chanel wedding dress, looked back over her shoulder and beamed at her sibling.The wedding took place at the ultra exclusive Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc with sweeping views over the Mediterranean.The wedding dress featured an embellished train with white and iridescent beads, as well as her “something blue” – an “S&E” sewn into her train with the date underneath.“We created the top of that dress and made it bridal-y,” the bride told Vogue ahe

‘Tragic’ WWII ship wreck with hundreds of Australian casualties has been found

Australia's Defense Minister Richard Marles said on Saturday (April 22) that the wreck of a Japanese merchant ship, sunk in World War Two has been found. The SS Montevideo Maru sank in July 1942, killing nearly 1,000 Australian soldiers and civilians. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Marijuana industry struggling with low demand

As cannabis enthusiasts around the world celebrate marijuana this 4/20 where it's legal, not everyone is feeling festive as a number of legal marijuana growers say their industry is under financial stress. FOX's Ted Lindner takes a closer look into the struggling industry. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Mark Speakman set to declare Liberal Party leadership campaign post state election

Former New South Wales Attorney General Mark Speakman is expected to announce a bid for leadership of the Liberal Party. Mr Speakman has not publicly spoken since the state election in late March but is understood to have spent time rallying support across the party. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

‘We have no place’: LGBTQ Saudis forced into exile

Soon after his disclosure, Turki found himself effectively detained by his parents and brothers, confined to a room and barred from attending his university classes."When my mother learned of my sexual orientation, she said to me, 'You are not my son,'" he recalled."My father and brothers beat me, and I was prevented from going out and meeting my friends for weeks."LGBTQ rights remain a social taboo in the Gulf kingdom -- the birthplace of Islam governed by an interpretation of sharia law -- even after social changes ushered in by de facto ruler, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.The reform agenda has included the sidelining of religious police, the introduction of cinemas and all-night desert raves. But it has failed to translate into expanded liberties for people seeking to proclaim their gender and sexual identities without fear.Some LGBTQ Saudis felt they were left with no option but to flee their home country, as Turki did within months of coming out, af

‘Stamp of approval’: Twitter’s Musk amplifies misinformation

The posts show Musk drawing attention to misinformation about everything from the war in Ukraine to the attack on US Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi's husband. Last week, the billionaire boosted a tweet that wrongly suggested doctors misdiagnosed flu cases as Covid-19 deaths."One of the greatest mysteries of Covid-19: Where did the flu go in 2020 and 2021?" an account called "KanekoaTheGreat" said, to which Musk replied: "Good question."It was one of at least 40 times the billionaire replied to the profile, which has promoted the QAnon conspiracy theory, since purchasing Twitter for $44 billion nearly six months ago. He has only replied to a handful of accounts more in that time.Using data from PolitiTweet, a website that tracked public figures' posts until Twitter cut off its access, AFP reviewed thousands of replies Musk published between late October and March. He shared a fabricated CNN segment, called a made-up quote "wise words" and fals

Baldwin film ‘Rust’ to resume filming this week

Hollywood star Baldwin was holding a Colt .45 gun during rehearsals for the film in the southwestern state of New Mexico when it discharged, killing Halyna Hutchins and wounding director Joel Souza.Baldwin was charged with manslaughter, and has pleaded not guilty.Principal photography will resume this Thursday at a new location in the northern US state of Montana."The production will continue to utilize union crew members and will bar any use of working weapons and any form of ammunition," said Melina Spadone, attorney for Rust Movie Productions, in a statement to AFP."Live ammunition is -- and always was -- prohibited on set." Producers announced in February that the low-budget Western would resume production this spring, with the deceased cinematographer's widower, Matthew Hutchins, serving as an executive producer.Baldwin agreed to terms with the New Mexico court that will allow him to complete filming of the movie, including a ban on his using guns or drinki

‘Wilful damage’: Teens destroy Sydney school

Security footage has revealed that at around 3am on Sunday morning, three intruders – believed to be teenagers – broke into Sydney Secondary College’s Balmain and Leichhardt campuses.The state school is split into three campuses across the inner west of Sydney, including in Balmain, Leichhardt and Blackwattle Bay.Over the course of two hours, the group proceeded to smash through almost the entire Balmain campus, including the administration block, all staffrooms, some classrooms, the library and the canteen. More than 30 computer monitors were destroyed along with teachers’ personal items such as photos.Doors and windows were broken, along with other forms of damage – but in a sickening move, the intruders also aggressively targeted the school’s extensive marine animal collection.Tragically, “hundreds” of fish, snails, yabbies and aquatic plants were killed, and the school’s two axolotls, affectionately known as Olive and Mango, were stolen before being callously dumped in a laneway, i

‘Bleeding on brain’: Aussie’s horror Bali fall

Courtney Mills, who lives on the popular island, was told she had suffered a concussion after falling down the stairs.She was told “everything was fine”, but after feeling something was “off” she went to a private hospital with scans revealing something far more sinister, according to a GoFundMe.Scans revealed the Melbourne woman has bleeding on the right side of her brain.“If you’re familiar with the Australian music scene, you may know my friend as talented DJ Courtney Mills who has brought joy and happiness to countless people,” her friend Lauren Frankhauser, who organised the fundraiser, wrote on the page earlier this week. “She needs to stay overnight at the hospital for monitoring and more scans in the morning.“Any donations you can spare will go towards covering their medical expenses and potentially saving their life.”Ms Frankhauser said given her friend doesn’t have insurance, costs have already exceeded $3000. She is hoping to raise $5000 to cover Ms Mills’ medical bills. “Pl

Piers Morgan slams ‘complete and utter imbecile’ protester

Piers Morgan has slammed Just Stop Oil protesters who disrupted a match at the World Snooker Championship – with the Sky News Australia host labelling one activist as being a "complete and utter imbecile". The recent snooker match was taking place between Robert Milkins and Joe Perry when protesters interrupted proceedings. One protester – who was wearing a T-shirt which read Just Stop Oil – had jumped onto the snooker table before pouring out a bag of orange powder. "What possible purpose does this have other than annoying everybody?" Mr Morgan questioned. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Ambulance ramping surges in Queensland as medics wait 13,000 hours in a month

Shocking new data reveals a dramatic escalation in ambulance ramping across Queensland with paramedics waiting 13,000 hours alongside patients outside emergency departments in January alone. This alarming increase of nearly 2,000 hours since November underscores the growing strain on the state's healthcare system, according to recent government services data. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

‘Monetizing hate’: Unease as misinformation swirls on Twitter

The Tesla tycoon bitterly denies that misinformation has surged since his turbulent $44 billion acquisition of the messaging platform, but experts say content moderation has been gutted after mass layoffs, while a paid verification system has served to boost conspiracy theorists.Adding to the turmoil, the self-proclaimed free speech absolutist has restored what one researcher estimates are over 67,000 accounts that were once suspended for a myriad of violations, including the incitement of violence, harassment and misinformation.Among those reinstated is Vincent Kennedy, a supporter of the QAnon conspiracy movement who was banned from Twitter after the January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol.Kennedy, according to the advocacy group Media Matters, launched a conspiracy theory in late March that left the Huggies diaper brand fighting off extraordinary pedophilia accusations.He posted a picture of a Disney-themed diaper featuring Simba, a character from "The Lion King," and ci

Three talking points from the Premier League

Injury-hit Manchester United took a potentially decisive step towards finishing in the top four as Tottenham and Newcastle both slipped up while the bottom three sides all lost.AFP Sport looks at three talking points from this weekend's action in the English top flight.Title turning point?Bukayo Saka held his head in his hands and Mikel Arteta trudged dejectedly down the tunnel after Arsenal's damaging 2-2 draw at West Ham.The Gunners, who had raced into a 2-0 lead at the London Stadium, dropped points they could ill afford to lose in their title duel with a Manchester City team firing on all cylinders.They also suffered the pain of a Saka penalty miss.Arsenal are still four points clear of second-placed City, who have a game in hand, but there is a growing feeling that the Gunners' young squad are feeling the strain of the title race. Pep Guardiola's team have won 10 matches in a row in all competitions and have title-winning nous after dominating the Premier League in

At least 61 dead in Sudan military clashes

At least 61 people have been killed and 600 injured in Sudan as the army and a powerful paramilitary group continue to fight for control of the country. The two sides had agreed to a three hour pause in the fighting to allow civilians to escape, however the violence resumed claiming the lives of three UN aid workers. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Adelaide, we love you

From the Alma Tavern in Norwood, it's a Sunday morning, the final day of Gather Round, and the boys are still on the hunt for the legend Mark Ricciuto. Check it out with the insta @brownyspodcast Get involved with the Browny's Podcast Whatsapp group Get involved with the Browny's Podcast YouTube Channel To find out more about Browny's Podcast, type Herald Sun Browny's Podcast into your browser, app or wherever you get your podcasts. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

‘It’s unreal’: Life inside the all-Aussie LIV team

The week-to-week of the PGA Tour demanded he play, travel, play to make money and retain playing status and fight for world rankings points that ensured he could play again and make money again and keep his playing status. It was the golfing world’s hamster wheel and while the genial Aussie kept his legs moving, for the most part happily as he maintained a place in the game’s upper echelons, the chance to jump off, and take a risk that had implications beyond his sphere of control, has already reaped significant enough rewards for a near-permanent smile. Leishman sat on a couch at the back of the driving range at the Orange County National Golf in Orlando, Florida, yucking it up with fellow Aussies and “Ripper GC” teammates Cam Smith, Matt Jones and Jed Morgan at LIV Golf’s third event for 2023, at ease with his decision to join Greg Norman’s breakaway tour. The content in his voice was clear, any political ramifications, be it the fallout with the PGA Tour, the resultant divide LIV ha

Viral video exposes Masters ‘villain’

The eight-time winner on the PGA Tour was widely criticised for his slow pace during the final round at Augusta on Monday morning (AEDT) as he played in the second-to-last group with Viktor Hovland.Watch every round of the PGA Tour LIVE & Exclusive on Fox Sports, available on Kayo. New to Kayo? Start your free trial now >Sitting in the group right behind him was eventual Masters winner Joh Rahm and golf hothead Brooks Koekpa, who’s well known to prefer a brisk round of golf.“The group in front of us was brutally slow. Jon went to the bathroom like seven times during the round, and we were still waiting,” Koepka said.Cantlay has since responded to the drama, laying the blame on the group in front of him for holding up everyone behind them.“I mean, we finished the first hole and the group in front of us was on the second tee when we walked up to the second tee,” Cantlay said.“We waited all day on pretty much every shot. We waited in 15 fairway, we waited in 18 fairway. I imagine i

U.S. reservist arrested over Pentagon leak

U.S. federal agents arrested Jack Douglas Teixeira, a member of the Air National Guard, for allegedly leaking highly classified documents. According to a friend of the accused, the documents were shared on an online social media platform. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

US airman arrested over Pentagon documents leak

Broadcast live on TV networks, the dramatic arrest was the culmination of a weeklong investigation -- fueled by intense media coverage -- into one of the most damaging leaks of classified information since the 2013 dump of National Security Agency documents by Edward Snowden.Addressing a news briefing, US Attorney General Merrick Garland named the suspect as Jack Teixeira, an employee of the US Air Force National Guard and the reported leader of the online chat group where the document trove first emerged.Arrested "in connection with an investigation into alleged unauthorized removal, retention and transmission of classified national defense information," Teixeira was taken into custody without incident by FBI agents, Garland said. News footage of the operation, in the southern Massachusetts town of North Dighton, showed the suspect dressed in red shorts and a t-shirt with his hands behind his head, backing slowly toward rifle-armed, camouflage-clad law enforcement personnel

Katy Perry’s ‘unhinged’ TV reveal slammed

The US pop singer, 38, who is a judge on the long-running talent series, was tasked with informing wannabe stars whether or not they had made it into the all-important top 24.But instead of easing their nerves with good news, Perry sent many of the candidates into an emotional spiral by making them feel as though they weren’t successful.A TikTok video compiling Perry’s various escapades during the episode has since gone viral on the platform. One moment sees the Teenage Dream singer telling one hopeful: “We did not put you in the top 24.”The woman in question attempts to hold back tears, before Perry adds, “You put yourself in that top 24.”Another scene shows Perry saying to a young man, “The challenging thing about love is, when you love something, you have to let it go. We have to let you go.”After a lengthy pause, Perry adds, “ … into the top 24.”Another reveal shows Perry telling a contestant he “will be going home.” She then says, “To pack your bags to come back to the top 24.”Vie

Wife’s chilling plot to murder husband exposed

But, in 1997, Carole Gold was sentenced to life in prison after she was found guilty for first-degree murder and conspiracy over the shooting of her husband Chuck.The case is covered in The Playboy Murders, a six part documentary by Investigation Discovery hosted by former Bunny Holly Madison.In October, five years before her sentencing, police were called to Chuck’s home in Phoenix by his wife.He’d been shot multiple times, including once between the eyes.“Carole Gold was 53 years old when her husband Chuck was found brutally murdered,” Madison said during the documentary.“It’s a dramatic turn in the life of a woman who, just decades ago, was on a different path working as a Playboy Bunny.”She said Gold signed on in the early 1960s, when the magazine still looked relatively homemade and didn’t have the gloss people came to associate it with.Gold, from Chicago, started her career as a model before a friend introduced her to HMH Publishing, which Hugh Hefner created to publish Playboy,

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle ‘keeping everybody watching and waiting’

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are "keeping everybody watching and waiting" as to whether they will attend King Charles III's coronation, says The Daily Mirror’s Associate Editor Russell Myers. Speaking to Sky News Australia, Mr Myers discussing King Charles III's upcoming coronation and recent issues relating to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle – including whether they will attend the event. "We must wonder what on earth they are waiting for," Mr Myers told Sky News host Paul Murray. "Because all the RSVPs are in, all the arrangements are being made, and we still don't know what they are doing." Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

King’s Coronation plans are in chaos

King Charles’ Coronation plans are in chaos as organisers try to plan the May 6 event. Major issues include rehearsals running over time, seating plans not being arranged, and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have still not confirmed their attendance, despite an RSVP date. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

‘Money, power, and sex’: Lori Vallow prosecutor says mother was motivated by these 3 things

Lori Vallow and her defense sat on the left side of the courtroom facing the judge at a 90-degree angle on the first official day of the trial. FOX 10's Justin Lum was in the second row right behind the sketch artist, with a clear view of Lori. We learned several new developments in the opening statements. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Officials speak out after alleged mosque attack in Markham

President of the Islamic Society of Markham Qaisar Nasir Khan says a male suspect brought his car to a mosque around dawn prayer, uttered Islamophobic slurs, made threats to burn down the worship place, and tried to run over congregants. “It was shocking. It could have resulted in serious injury, or God forbid, even fatalities," he said. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

DOJ appeals Texas abortion pill order

The Justice Department is appealing a Texas court ruling that would halt approval of a drug used in the most common method of abortion in the U.S. In its appeal Monday, the Justice Department called the decision “extraordinary and unprecedented.” (April 10) Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Two bodies found in French building collapse as rescue efforts continue

The discovery of the bodies came about 24 hours after the blast brought down the four-storey building in the Mediterranean port city. Emergency workers had continued rescue operations through Sunday night into the early hours of Monday with the help of a crane and lights, but a persistent fire underneath the rubble hampered their work, making it difficult for firefighters to deploy sniffer dogs."Given the particular difficulties of intervention, the extraction (of the bodies from the site) will take time," the fire department said in a brief statement announcing the bodies had been found."The judicial authority will then proceed to identify" the victims, it added. Earlier on Sunday, before the discovery of the bodies, local prosecutor Dominique Laurens told reporters that eight people "were not responding to phone calls".Five people from neighbouring buildings sustained minor injuries in the blast and collapse, which occurred around 12:40 am on Sunday (224

Mum’s heartbreaking words to daughter’s killer

Aggie Di Mauro came face-to-face with Luay Sako, the man charged with killing Melbourne woman Celeste Manno in her bed, for the first time when he pleaded guilty to the 23-year-old’s murder. After months of refusing to plead guilty – using a mental impairment defence – or to attend court hearings, Ms Di Mauro said was shocked to hear him suddenly backflip.“To actually finally hear him admit it, to actually get to yesterday (April 6) and hear him plead guilty, was quite shocking,” Di Mauro told 7NEWS after the plea.A judge or magistrate must consider a guilty plea when sentencing. The earlier the offender pleads, the more likely and more significant a reduction in their sentence could be.“I’m never going to understand why we’re expected to see that as a sign of remorse,” Ms Di Mauro said, adding that the family is outraged it might shorten his sentence. Police allege Sako, now 37, allegedly smashed the window of Ms Manno’s home in Mernda, in the city’s northeast, and stabbed her to deat

March jobs report: Economy reportedly added 236,000 jobs

The March job report came in cooler than expected as the reports said the economy added 236,000 jobs in March and the unemployment rate dropped to 3.5 percent. The Leisure and Hospitality sector led the way followed by Government and Professional/Business Services. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

‘Let’s face it’: Petrol prices are going to get ‘worse’

Australians need to “face it” as petrol prices are “not going to come down” and instead get “worse”, says Former member of the Australian House of Representatives Peter McGauran. “The governor of the Reserve Bank wants to lower interest rates if he can,” he told Sky News Australia. “But he’s got to wait for some more data on inflation, wage, employment and the like. “Plus, external forces – let’s face it, petrol prices are not going to come down, they’re going to go worse if you like, there’s a banking crisis in the United States – all of which factor in.” Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Vandyke turns Beast Mode to tackle Chinny

The three-year-old boasts an imposing record, but the Sunshine Coast trainer says the best is yet to come and believes the 1200m trip in the Jewel may have gotten the best of him had he started from the car park barrier. Instead, he has kept him fit for his pet distance in the QTIS 3YO Handicap (1050m) at Doomben on Saturday, where he clashes with spruik filly Chinny Boom.“I’m glad we didn’t go around in the Jewel, I don’t think he can get 1200m yet,” Vandyke said. “It was a blessing in disguise in the end that he drew wide that day.”Beast Mode isn’t the only highly touted horse for Vandyke racing on Saturday, with European import Without Revenge returning after a meteoric rise through the ranks last preparation. Kicking off in the Class 6 Plate (1350m), Vandyke is keen to see what is under the hood in order to best test his winter carnival aspirations. After winning two from two, Without Revenge put in his worst Australian run in the Mooloolaba Cup in November. “He got taken on upfron

Governor Walz assigns AG Ellison to take over prosecution in Zaria McKeever murder case

Governor Walz says he is assigning Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison to take over the prosecution for the Zaria McKeever murder case after an outcry from McKeever's family and other over plea deals offered by the Hennepin County Attorney. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Airports across Australia warn passengers against arriving too early for flights

Airports across the country are warning passengers against showing up too early for flights ahead of a busy Easter season. More than two million people are expected to pass through Melbourne Airport over the school holidays and another 2.4 million in Sydney. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Voice is a ‘question for the Australian people’ not politicians

The Voice to Parliament is a “question for the Australian people” not politicians, says Independent MP Allegra Spender. “It’s interesting to see that there are Liberals around the country including I think it is the Premier for Tasmania, and Liberal leaders who support this so this seems to be pretty much the position of the federals as opposed to the National party,” she told Sky News Australia. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

Made In Arizona: Urban Oven in Chandler producing high-end crackers and cookies

A business in the East Valley is using local ingredients to make high-end crackers and cookies. For this week's edition of Made In Arizona, FOX 10 Photojournalist Brian Kae has more on Urban Oven's new kitchen, as well as some of the more unique items they are making. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

‘We’re mates anyway’: Paul Toole remains NSW Nationals leader after leadership challenge

NSW Nationals Leader Paul Toole says he is “mates” with Former agriculture minister Dugald Sanders and they are still able to “work closely” with each other after Mr Toole won the challenge for the party’s leadership. Mr Toole said after an election all positions in the party are made “vacant” as part of the Nationals’ “convention”. “I think one of the things that unite our party is the fact that we all have one common goal,” he told Sky News Australia. “That’s actually to stand up and fight for the people of regional New South Wales. “Even before the election, I think we found that everybody was working tirelessly, all working for the same cause and that’s exactly what we’ll continue to do.” Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

NZ Prime Minister struggles to ‘state simple facts’ when defining ‘woman’

Sky News host Chris Kenny says people are “too scared by the threat of cancel culture” as New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins struggles to define a woman. “In an age when we are constantly being urged to respect the science, this basic biology seems to cause us a hell of a lot of trouble,” Mr Kenny said. “This is the complete dismissal of truth, of reality, of scientific facts. “People are too scared by the threat of cancel culture, by the woke warriors, to state simple facts.” Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

DC bars offer special Trump arraignment drinks

D.C. bars are taking advantage of Trump's indictment, and rolling out some drink specials. At a bar called "Fight Club," they offered a "Dark N' Stormy Daniels," "Sad Boys Tea," and "Indict-Mint Julep" to customers. Our FOX 5 crew got there when the door opened. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au

AFL world erupts over rules confusion

It comes after a fresh twist in the crucial free kick on Saturday paid against Giants star Stephen Coniglio, who was “consistently badgering or complaining” to umpires throughout the game, reports the Herald Sun’s Jon Ralph.In a rare move by the league, AFL umpires boss Dan Richardson on Monday night released a lengthy statement to address the dissent free kick paid against Coniglio in the fourth quarter of the Giants’ close loss to Carlton at Giants Stadium, which resulted in a goal to Blues forward Jesse Motlop.Watch every match of every round of the 2023 Toyota AFL Premiership Season LIVE on Kayo Sports. New to Kayo? Start your free trial now >Amid ample commentary that indicated confusion around penalties for dissent, Richardson backed the right of umpires to pay these free kicks while, at the same time, explicitly not backing in Craig Fleer’s decision to pay the free kick against Coniglio.Richardson said while players and coaches “get emotional, or become overly expressive when