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PRODUCTION - 08 July 2022, Australia, Wollongong: Jars of the popular Australian spread Vegemite stand on a shelf in a supermarket. Vegemite was developed around 100 years ago, and the first jar was sold in 1923. (to dpa-Korr "100 years of Vegemite - Australia's most iconic spread") Photo: Michelle Ostwald/dpa (Photo by Michelle Ostwald/picture alliance via Getty Images)
VEGE-FIGHT

Murderer’s Bonkers Prison Food Request Rejected by Court

A convicted killer attempts to use human rights law to secure his favorite salty breakfast spread.

Leigh Kimmins

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LIFESAVER

Reporter Saves Man From Sinking Car in Heartstopping Video

The driver had entered floodwaters without realizing how deep they were.

Martha McHardy

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THAT STINGS

Thieves Make Off With More Than 800K Bees

The beekeepers say the thefts cost them tens of thousands of dollars’ worth of revenue.

Janna Brancolini

FILE PHOTO: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman attends an event in Tokyo, Japan February 3, 2025. REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon/File Photo
HELLO, SKYNET?

Rogue AI Hacks Into Government in Terrifying First

The state targeted by the OpenAI program called the “completely unacceptable” attack a “warning” of what the future holds.

Will Neal

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SKY HIGH CHAOS

Passenger Charged After Terrifying Midflight Door Rampage

The suspect also allegedly became aggressive with his fellow passengers, flight attendants, and responding police officers.

Janna Brancolini

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WATER HORROR

Only a ‘Pool of Blood’ Left After Deadly Shark Attack

The victim’s friend had been in the water with him at the time.

Harry Thompson

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CROC-KING THE BOAT

Crocodile-Infested River Chosen for Olympic Rowing

An Olympic champion has voiced his concerns.

Martha McHardy

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FINAL FLIGHT

Passenger Dies After Suffering Mid-Flight Medical Episode

Cabin crew and passengers desperately tried to save the man’s life.

Will Neal

Mel Ismail.
SURFING SHOCK

Dad Brutally Mauled by Shark in Australia

The surfer was reportedly well known in the community.

Lauren Hartley

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HORROR PLUNGE

Tourist Dies After Plunging Off 600-Foot Cliff in Paradise

Authorities have described the woman’s death as “just tremendously sad.”

Will Neal

Australia's Nick Kyrgios
FAULT

Tennis Star Tests Positive for Cocaine

The former Wimbledon finalist admitted making a “huge mistake.”

Isabel van Brugen

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