Reporter hit by seagull on live TV

Former Miss World New Zealand contestant Jessica Tyson was struck in the face by a seagull while reporting on camera during strong winds. The incident left her with a cut to her eye and she commented that she now understands why people are scared of birds.

Royal state dinner welcomes German President

The King and Queen hosted German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and his wife for a state dinner at Windsor Castle.

Ozzy Osbourne turns 77 today

Ozzy Osbourne, the Prince of Darkness and Black Sabbath frontman, was born on this day in 1948 and has rocked heavy metal fans for half a century. He left school at age 15 to pursue music, married Sharon in 1982, and became beloved by millions through his dry humour displayed on The Osbournes reali…

Prada completes multi-billion dollar Versace acquisition

Prada has finalised its acquisition of rival Italian fashion house Versace in a multi-billion dollar deal following a six-month regulatory approval process. Versace had been struggling with financial difficulties after the pandemic, prompting parent company Capri Holdings to put the luxury brand up…

Greg Lynn's dark criminal past revealed

Greg Lynn's criminal history and past police encounters have been revealed following the lifting of a suppression order after his murder trial. The disclosure includes allegations that Lynn used a sledgehammer to break into his estranged wife's house and details surrounding his first wife's death. …

Australia's social media ban starts this week

Australia's social media ban for users under 16 takes effect on December 10, with Meta beginning to close teen accounts as early as Thursday. Technology expert Val Quinn and psychologist Scott Fatt discuss the implementation challenges, including age verification methods, potential workarounds thro…

Japan's human washing machine hits market

A capsule-like human washing machine has launched commercially in Japan following its successful debut at a science expo. The device allows users to step inside for a full body cleanse accompanied by soothing music, with the manufacturer claiming it cleanses both body and soul. Multiple Japanese ho…

Victoria's machete amnesty ends with tough new laws

Victoria's three-month machete amnesty period has ended, making it illegal to buy, sell or own machetes in the state. Around 9,000 machetes were disposed of through 45 collection bins across Victoria at a cost of $13 million. Possession of a machete now carries penalties of up to $47,000 in fines a…

Queensland GPs can now diagnose adult ADHD

Queensland GPs can now diagnose adults with ADHD and prescribe stimulant medication, marking an Australian first. The change aims to reduce wait times for psychiatrist assessments, though concerns exist about potential over-diagnosis as GPs require no additional training. ADHD medication use has in…

UK rentals ditch living rooms for bedrooms

UK rental properties without living rooms are increasing as landlords convert these spaces into additional bedrooms to maximise rental income. Tenants accept the loss of shared living spaces in exchange for cheaper rent, with portable entertainment devices enabling consumption of media in any room.…