By MAISY RAE – NEWS REPORTER Published: 03:58 BST, 26 August 2026 | Updated: 04:24 BST, 26 August 2026 Edge Early Learning, which has about 70 childcare centres across Australia, has fallen into voluntary administration. ‘We understand that this may be a confusing and stressful development for families who rely…
Dolly Parton bravely battled cancer before her death at 80 ‘surrounded by loved ones’ in Nashville
Dolly Parton’s private cancer battle has been revealed following the heartbreaking news of her death at the age of 80 on Tuesday. The legendary country singer’s death sent shockwaves through the music world and came after months of health woes that saw her pull out of a string of public appearances,…
‘Aliens: The Video Games’ author Mike Diver on overlooked Alien games, tracking down retro game developers, and the future of the Xenomorph (interview)
The history of Alien video games is long and twisty, but Mike Diver — veteran writer, editor, critic, and journalist — decided a few years ago to make a complete chronicle of Xenomorph-filled games his next big adventure. Ahead of Aliens: The Video Games‘ August 30 release, we sat down…
Coles, Woolworths failing on deforestation commitments
SYDNEY, Wednesday 26 August 2026 — New 2026 Sustainability Reports released by supermarket giants Coles and Woolworths this week demonstrate the retailers are failing on their commitments to end deforestation in their supply chains. Adele Chasson, Nature Policy Lead at Greenpeace Australia Pacific said: “These so-called sustainability reports are revealing.…
Aussie tourist arrested at Bali airport ‘trying to flee back to Brisbane’ after manhunt over alleged sex act outside local’s home
By KYLIE STEVENS, SENIOR BREAKING NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 03:01 BST, 26 August 2026 | Updated: 03:03 BST, 26 August 2026 An Australian tourist has been arrested at the airport while allegedly attempting to flee back to Brisbane after a manhunt was launched over claims he was caught having sex…
Your genes may decide whether a low-carb diet sends cholesterol soaring
Low-carb diets have become increasingly popular, but their effects on cholesterol are far from uniform. Some people see little change, while others experience a substantial increase. New research suggests that genetics may help explain why. The findings indicate that saturated fat, which can make up a larger share of some…
Beyonce, Sabrina Carpenter and Jane Fonda lead Hollywood tributes to ‘legend’ Dolly Parton following her death at 80: ‘One of the greatest this country ever produced’
Celebrity tributes have poured in for country music icon Dolly Parton following her death at 80. The legendary country singer’s passing was confirmed Tuesday in an Instagram video posted by her nephew Bryan Seaver, prompting an outpouring of love from America’s A-list. Beyonce, Sabrina Carpenter and Parton’s former costar, Jane Fonda, were among the…
‘You just saved the video dish’: Two astronauts complete spacewalk to replace ISS antenna
“Houston, we have a working comm link again.” Thanks to the efforts of two astronauts, such a call is possible again using one of two Space-to-Ground antennas outside the International Space Station (ISS). The pair finished the replacement of a faulty dish assembly during a spacewalk on Tuesday (Aug. 25).…
Sweet snap shows mother jacana bird protecting her babies… how many chicks can YOU spot?
By TOM LAWRENCE, NEWS REPORTER Published: 01:42 BST, 26 August 2026 | Updated: 01:42 BST, 26 August 2026 An adorable photograph shows a group of chicks peeking out from underneath their doting mother’s wing. The Pheasant-tailed jacanas tuck their chicks underneath their wings to protect them from danger, as well…
Disgruntled relative IDed as killer of 8 family members before home was set ablaze as devastated dad describes how he learned of tragedy
A grief-stricken father has spoken out after eight family members were killed by a disgruntled relative in a shootout before their home was set ablaze. Adam Ghekiere spoke out after his wife Megan and their two children, 12-year-old Charlotte and 15-year-old Landon, were killed at their Montana home Sunday evening. Ghekiere’s two stepchildren, Chloe,…