Biologists discovered white-nose syndrome, a lethal bat fungus, in sub-arctic caves near Fort Smith in Canada's Northwest Territories, raising concerns for vulnerable northern bat species already impacted by habitat loss and wildfires.
Dozens of women accuse convicted rapist Ralph Carr of abusive behaviour, Australia's $50,000 parent visa process faces criticism for lengthy delays and applicant deaths, and Donald Trump's Board of Peace issues a contract for a military base in Gaza
Advanced cave diver Will Passos and the Soggy Wombats team are using photogrammetry to create detailed 3D maps of South Australia's Limestone Coast caves, including Mount Gambier's Engelbrecht Cave. This high-tech method updates older maps, aids exploration, and aims to provide public access to these underwater wonders.
A greater crested tern found on the South Australian coast has tested positive for the deadly H5 bird flu, marking the first case in local wildlife. The discovery at Robe is concerning but expected, with authorities conducting surveillance for further spread.
Wolfgang Porsche has reportedly abandoned plans for a private 500-meter tunnel to his Salzburg villa, the Paschinger Schlössl, following public backlash over the 'tunnel for one' project. He has now put the historic property, once home to Stefan Zweig, on the market for €12.7m, with the tunnel's planning permission cited as a key selling point.
India plans to recover the body of a climber known as 'Green Boots', identified as Dorje Morup, who perished on Mount Everest in 1996. The mission into the 'death zone' is complex and dangerous, with recovery teams facing extreme conditions and the potential for bodies weighing up to 200kg.
A 17-year-old Indonesian student, Elmi Febrianti, fell into the sea at a tourist spot in South Sulawesi while taking a selfie. Despite efforts to rescue her, she vanished amidst giant waves.
A personal account of moving to Marseille and exploring the vibrant art scenes of southern France, highlighting cultural institutions, local artists, and unique experiences in Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, Avignon, and Arles.
Researchers propose using silicate rocks like basalt instead of limestone to produce Portland cement, potentially reducing CO2 emissions by 30% with fossil-fuel grid electricity and nearly eliminating them with clean electricity.
