Who Got a Slice of the Government’s $74 Million Journalism Fund?
The Journalism Assistance Fund is part of the $180.5 million News Media Assistance Program, and is aimed at supporting journalism.
From Kmart to Victorian Premier: Ben Carroll’s Political Rise
Carroll credited much of his success to his teenage years, where he learned the understanding of hard work at the checkout of a Kmart when he was 14.
Chinese National Charged for Alleged $20,000 Cash-in-Tea Bag Bribe
Police alleged Zhu Guoxin offered a Commonwealth public official cash in a tea bag.
UK Expert on Bondi: More Gun Training for Police and Teach the Public to Spot Terror Threats
British laws would have required the Bondi Hanukkah event to have a counter-terrorism plan.
PM Announces $4 Million Pre-Feasibility Study into Building Australia’s 3rd Oil Refinery
If built, the facility would process imported crude oil on Australian soil.
He Refused to Pay $2,000—So He Built a Toilet Boat to Cross the Sea
A South Australian man has gone viral after crossing a 20 kilometre stretch of sea in a homemade raft to move some precious cargo.
Australia Hit With 12.5 Percent US Tariff Over Forced Labour Concerns
Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles said the Australian government was disappointed by the new tariff.
Trump Says US Will ‘Take Out’ Pickaxe Mountain If Iran Doesn’t Make a Deal
The U.S. president said he knows what’s going on at Pickaxe Mountain since the United States has advanced cameras monitoring the site.
New Jersey Rejects DOJ’s Request for Records on Noncitizen Voter Registration Error
The state is refusing to hand over information to the DOJ involving a voter registration error that allowed thousands of noncitizens to register to vote.

7 Surprising Benefits of Sauna Heat
Heat works through several mechanisms to boost cardiovascular, metabolic, and mental health, as well as longevity.
Inside the Next-Gen Nuclear Power Revolution in Idaho’s High Desert
High-tech developers and hyperscalers are financing a nuclear renaissance and will mass-produce portable reactors. Not next decade. Next year.

Peptides: Tiny Proteins for Muscle, Weight, and Anti-Aging Benefits—How to Choose the Right One
Peptide research began by mimicking naturally occurring peptides before shifting to designing lab-made peptides with specific benefits.

Number 13: Death, Disorder, and the Door to a New Life
Exploring how the misunderstood number 13 disrupts the sense of completion to bring about change and renewal.
Federal Court Recognises Shared Native Title on Disputed Cape York Land
The court found the evidence did not support exclusive ownership by any Indigenous group, instead recognising communal rights based on shared ancestry.

Outspoken MP Quits Victorian Liberals after ‘Headlock’ Fiasco
Moira Deeming on July 28 confirmed she would sit on the crossbench after the Liberal Party disendorsed her as a candidate for in the November state election.

Harvey Norman Fined $35 Million for ‘Seriously Misleading’ Ads
On July 28, the Federal Court fined the major retailer for publishing thousands of unlawful advertisements promoting ‘interest-free’ offers over 19 months.

Wisconsin Governor Declares State of Emergency After Severe Storms
The storms spawned a tornado that caused widespread damage in the Menasha and Appleton areas, according to the governor’s office.

Incumbent Rhoden Wins South Dakota Republican Primary for Governor
Gov. Larry Rhoden will now face Democratic nominee former state Sen. Dan Ahlers in November.

911 Audio and Court Records Reveal New Details in Fatal Shooting of Influencer Sara Gilson
Police said the mother of two was fatally shot in a murder-suicide involving her estranged husband.

Misanthropic AI
Two U.S. models went rogue and an open-weight Chinese model ’saved' the day. The lesson is counterintuitive: tougher controls on open-weight Chinese models.

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Carly Simon Shares Parkinson’s Diagnosis and Skin Cancer Treatment
Next month, Simon is set to release ‘Comes in Waves,’ her first full-length original album in nearly 20 years.

Salmonella Outbreak Tied to Eggs Sickens Nearly 100, Officials Say
More than 19 million eggs have been recalled.

Heartburn Relief in Minutes: Simple Remedies That Soothe Acid Reflux Naturally
Simple self-care strategies may provide relief, and in some cases, prevent acid-reflux.

Cucumbers: 1 of the Most Hydrating Foods You Can Eat–How to Get the Most Benefits
It’s not just the high water content; it also delivers valuable vitamins and minerals.

Low Vitamin C Linked to Reduced Brain Volume, Study Finds
While vitamin C is best known for immune support and antioxidant defense, it plays several underappreciated roles in the brain.

John D. Rockefeller: The Deeply Religious Standard Oil Tycoon
From tithing his first bookkeeper earnings to giving away hundreds of millions, the Gilded Age tycoon viewed wealth as a sacred trust from God.

The Art and Value of Journaling as You Travel
Travel can make you a poet. And travel can make you spiritual.

















































































