tor Special front cover of The Big Issue created by Gruffalo illustrator By www.itv.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 00:03:17 +0100 Characters created by Axel Scheffler from his popular books with Julia Donaldson are on the cover. Full Article
tor Who has a torch in the coronavirus darkness? By www.itv.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 10:52:08 +0100 The big question is whether you want to focus on the 2020 bit of the Bank of England's illustrative scenario, which shows a 14% fall in GDP. Full Article
tor Report appears to show link between Covid-19 and a rare inflammatory syndrome seen in children By www.itv.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 12:25:30 +0100 A report published in The Lancet appeared to show there was a link between Covid-19 and a deadly syndrome that affects some children. Full Article
tor Pret to reopen more stores for takeaway and delivery from Monday By www.itv.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 11:41:02 +0100 30 stores have already reopened and 71 shops will join them next week, including Birmingham. Full Article
tor Senior Government Advisor says coronavirus is 'discriminatory' By www.itv.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 19:04:01 +0100 Newly released figures show that certain ethnicities were at greater risk of Covid-19 related deaths. Full Article
tor Lockdown plan emerges: masks at work, visitor quarantine and more cycle lanes By www.itv.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 00:13:28 +0100 Indications are emerging about the plan the Prime Minister will set out on Sunday for lifting the lockdown in England. Full Article
tor Mandatory quarantine for UK arrivals would be devastating, trade body warns By www.itv.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 09:17:56 +0100 Prime Minister Boris Johnson is expected to announce the move in an address to the nation on Sunday. Full Article
tor Amid coronavirus outbreak, Hungary's Viktor Orban reaches for unchecked power By www.brisbanetimes.com.au Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 02:18:04 GMT Rights groups said the move effectively suspends democracy in the European Union member state in the name of fighting the coronavirus. Full Article
tor US is on coronavirus trajectory similar to Italy, Mike Pence says By www.brisbanetimes.com.au Published On :: Thu, 02 Apr 2020 11:53:03 GMT The US Vice-President said the White House's models for the coronavirus pandemic show the country on a trajectory akin to hard-hit Italy. Full Article
tor Free speech for doctors in China. Now By www.brisbanetimes.com.au Published On :: Thu, 02 Apr 2020 02:06:01 GMT Not only is free expression a core value at home, it's a value that Australia needs to stand for in the world. We should reassert our belief in the importance of the value now. Full Article
tor 'We will meet again': The Queen invokes war during historic coronavirus broadcast By www.brisbanetimes.com.au Published On :: Mon, 06 Apr 2020 11:49:03 GMT The rare address from Windsor Castle was filmed by a lone cameraman dressed in full-body protective equipment. Full Article
tor Europe is emerging from the pandemic with beds and ventilators to spare By www.brisbanetimes.com.au Published On :: Sat, 18 Apr 2020 14:53:04 GMT All across Europe, the numbers are coming down. There is finally good news to share. Full Article
tor Good Weekend letters to the editor, April 18 By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Fri, 17 Apr 2020 10:40:00 GMT Want to chat? We'd love to hear from you. Send your letters to goodweekend@goodweekend.com.au. Full Article
tor Snow resorts plough on for bumper ski season despite instructors' doubts By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 14:00:00 GMT Snow resorts are preparing to open, but the coronavirus pandemic has cast doubt on this year's ski season. Full Article
tor As others drove up prices, Gavin began his long-haul ventilator drive By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 05:45:00 GMT Medical equipment supplier Gavin Berry drove from Victoria to Queensland to the Illawarra to deliver ventilators. Other operators were a bit less altruistic. Full Article
tor Time stands still at Sydney Observatory due to virus lockdown By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 13:42:02 GMT The yellow and black cast-iron Time Ball has sat atop Sydney Observatory since June 1858. Full Article
tor Good Weekend letters to the editor, April 18 By www.brisbanetimes.com.au Published On :: Fri, 17 Apr 2020 10:40:00 GMT Want to chat? We'd love to hear from you. Send your letters to goodweekend@goodweekend.com.au. Full Article
tor Snow resorts plough on for bumper ski season despite instructors' doubts By www.brisbanetimes.com.au Published On :: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 14:00:00 GMT Snow resorts are preparing to open, but the coronavirus pandemic has cast doubt on this year's ski season. Full Article
tor As others drove up prices, Gavin began his long-haul ventilator drive By www.brisbanetimes.com.au Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 05:45:00 GMT Medical equipment supplier Gavin Berry drove from Victoria to Queensland to the Illawarra to deliver ventilators. Other operators were a bit less altruistic. Full Article
tor Time stands still at Sydney Observatory due to virus lockdown By www.brisbanetimes.com.au Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 13:42:02 GMT The yellow and black cast-iron Time Ball has sat atop Sydney Observatory since June 1858. Full Article
tor This scientist studies alchemy to turn historical handicrafts into modern innovations By www.popsci.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 15:00:01 +0000 Pamela H. Smith finds scientific inspiration in manuscripts and other artifacts. “So much exploration, experimentation, and innovation happens in craft." Full Article Science
tor The best retro-cool and versatile calculator watches By www.popsci.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 16:52:50 +0000 Multi-function retro calculator watches. Full Article Shop
tor Ten shocking survival stories that real people lived to tell By www.popsci.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 20:00:23 +0000 Some of the scariest, true-life stories you can tell over a campfire or a beer—featuring shark attacks, snake bites, spider bites, and lightning strikes. Full Article Science
tor Novel Inflammatory Syndrome in Children Possibly Linked to COVID-19 By www.medscape.com Published On :: Fri, 8 May 2020 15:45:16 EDT Although rare, health authorities advise any children presenting with Kawasaki-like symptoms be taken immediately to a specialist in pediatric infectious disease, rheumatology, or critical care. Medscape Medical News Full Article Pediatrics News
tor BVDLVD Storms Back With 'TREAT YOU' By www.clashmusic.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 09:05:23 +0000 Scorching metal background with trap lyrics...BVDLVD is truly operating in his own lane. Still only 19 years old, the artist has shared two full albums, with ‘Project Jinchuriki’ and ‘BVDIDEA’ melding together trap and metal. It's a parent's nightmare and a kid's dream, with BVDLVD working completely on his own terms. New album 'LUNATIC' lands on May 27th, and it's certainly an experience, the caustic atmosphere revelling in dank, murky production. New single 'TREAT YOU' leads the way, with BVDLVD surging into some dangerous waters. It's a thrilling rollercoaster ride, one accompanied by some seismic visuals. The video airs first on Clash - tune in now. Join us on the ad-free creative social network Vero, as we get under the skin of global cultural happenings. Follow Clash Magazine as we skip merrily between clubs, concerts, interviews and photo shoots. Get backstage sneak peeks, exclusive content and access to Clash Live events and a true view into our world as the fun and games unfold. Buy Clash Magazine Full Article
tor Changes to Victoria's pandemic restrictions won't be made until next week By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 14:55:24 +1000 State Premier Daniel Andrews says lockdown measures will remain in place until at least Monday. Full Article Government and Politics Forms of Government States and Territories Epidemics and Pandemics Healthcare Clinic Health Policy Health Administration
tor Venezuela's top prosecutor requests extradition of US veteran accused in plot to overthrow Nicolas Maduro By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 13:40:42 +1000 Venezuela's Chief Prosecutor Tarek Saab requests the detention and extradition of US military veteran Jordan Goudreau and two Venezuelans accused of involvement in a failed armed incursion earlier this week. Full Article World Politics Government and Politics Unrest Conflict and War
tor Hunter/hunted: When bushfires burn, what happens to predators? By www.sbs.com.au Published On :: Fri, 27 Dec 2019 02:30:49 +0000 Some predators, including red foxes, move into burnt areas after fires pass through. But what about other predators? Full Article Australia Science
tor Climate scientists and museum directors urge leaders to take stronger action By www.sbs.com.au Published On :: Mon, 03 Feb 2020 05:02:21 +0000 Ahead of the resumption of federal parliament, climate scientists and natural history museum directors are urging leaders to take more action to tackle the impact of climate change. Full Article Science
tor Victoria’s child abuse hotline in crisis By www.heraldsun.com.au Published On :: Wed, 11 Jan 2017 11:00:00 GMT MORE than 20,000 calls to Victoria’s child abuse hotline went unanswered in an 18-month period, with some callers waiting more than two hours for an operator. Full Article
tor Factories damaged in huge blaze By www.heraldsun.com.au Published On :: Wed, 11 Jan 2017 19:10:00 GMT MORE than 50 firefighters on the ground and in the air were needed to tackle a huge factory fire in Melbourne’s west overnight. Full Article
tor Motorcyclist dead in horror truck smash By www.heraldsun.com.au Published On :: Wed, 11 Jan 2017 22:12:00 GMT A WOMAN is dead after a truck failed to stop at a red light and ploughed into the back of her stationary motorcycle in Melbourne’s outer east. Full Article
tor 'Right to repair' taken up by the ACCC in farmers' fight to fix their own tractors By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 12:35:56 +1000 The competition and consumer watchdog has launched an inquiry into whether tractor manufacturers are failing farmers who want the right to repair their own machinery. Full Article Rural Sustainable and Alternative Farming Consumer Protection Business Economics and Finance Information Technology Science and Technology
tor Victorian suppression of COVID-19's spread 'more successful than maybe we could have even imagined' By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 09:28:16 +1000 Chief Health Officer Brett Sutton reveals theoretical modelling which suggests 36,000 people could have been killed by coronavirus in Victoria if no physical-distancing measures were put in place. Full Article COVID-19 Diseases and Disorders Health Education Schools Industry Business Economics and Finance Hospitality Government and Politics Federal Government Politics and Government State of Emergency States and Territories Respiratory Diseases
tor 'Everything has to change' — The new laws to deal with Victoria's coronavirus emergency By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 06:02:06 +1000 Changes necessary for the Victorian Government to deal with the coronavirus pandemic include plans to hold judge-only trials and giving councils the power to hold meetings online. Full Article COVID-19 Diseases and Disorders Health Education Schools Industry Business Economics and Finance Hospitality Government and Politics Federal Government Politics and Government State of Emergency States and Territories Respiratory Diseases
tor Historic Adelaide live music venue could be forced to close amid coronavirus pandemic By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 14:47:36 +1000 One of Adelaide's most historic music venues, which has hosted some of the world's biggest artists, could be forced to close due to a lack of support amid the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article Health Diseases and Disorders COVID-19 Air Transport Government and Politics Federal Government Music Arts and Entertainment States and Territories Federal - State Issues Community and Society
tor Opposition accuses Government of scaring Victorians with 'worst-case scenario' modelling By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 00:00:56 +1000 The modelling predicts more than a quarter of a million jobs could be lost in Victoria due to the coronavirus pandemic in what Premier Daniel Andrews says is the perhaps the "biggest economic and employment challenge" in the state's history. Full Article COVID-19 Diseases and Disorders Health Education Schools Industry Business Economics and Finance Hospitality Government and Politics Federal Government Politics and Government State of Emergency States and Territories Respiratory Diseases
tor Brent oil futures drop to near two-decade low amid falling demand and storage woes By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 05:28:41 +1000 With the world experiencing "the biggest supply and demand disparity in history", benchmark Brent oil futures fall to their lowest level since November 2001. Full Article Oil and Gas Business Economics and Finance COVID-19
tor Could smaller nuclear reactors be a possible energy source for Queensland? By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 06:21:23 +1000 The debate over nuclear technology is a controversial one, yet many leaders in the field believe it's time for an open and calm discussion about the energy alternative. Full Article Nuclear Energy Electricity Energy and Utilities Solar Energy Federal Parliament
tor Ruby Princess doctor tells inquiry she would not have allowed passengers to disembark By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 15:20:49 +1000 The senior doctor on board the Ruby Princess tells an inquiry she is surprised passengers were allowed to disembark in Sydney last month despite some displaying COVID-19 symptoms. Full Article Health Diseases and Disorders COVID-19 Tourism Law Crime and Justice
tor Spirit of Tasmania to move Victorian operations to Geelong By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 13:31:47 +1000 The company behind the Spirit of Tasmania ferry service says its ships will no longer be docking at Station Pier in Port Melbourne, and will instead move to Corio Quay, north of Geelong. Full Article Transport Sea Transport Industry Business Economics and Finance Government and Politics States and Territories
tor Calm before the storm? House prices tipped to tumble as auction clearance rates slump By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 03:15:58 +1000 A property analyst warns the worst-case scenario could see falls of up to 30 per cent, mainly in Sydney and Melbourne, while the end of the bank's mortgage repayment holidays will bring the real test for the housing market. Full Article Housing Industry Business Economics and Finance Economic Trends COVID-19 Epidemics and Pandemics
tor Cheaper Australian-made ventilator offers greater ICU capability option amid coronavirus pandemic By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 06:16:09 +1000 An Australian-made ventilator that costs a tenth of the price of existing models is brought to life in just four weeks, which could revolutionise intensive care capability in the fight against COVID-19. Full Article Epidemics and Pandemics Manufacturing Industry Business Economics and Finance Medical Procedures Health COVID-19 Diseases and Disorders Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases
tor 'Sad for everyone': Coronavirus may bankrupt Kokoda tour operators By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 06:39:38 +1000 For Papua New Guineans and tour operators who get their income from the Kokoda track, April is usually their busiest time of year — but coronavirus might be putting a stop to that. Full Article ANZAC Day 20th Century Travel and Tourism Tourism COVID-19 Death World War 2 Defence Forces Veterans
tor Cars, excavator used to impound Virgin planes at Perth Airport amid stand-off over 'significant' debt By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 18:01:04 +1000 Perth Airport is using heavy machinery and company vehicles to block a number of Virgin Australia aircraft from taking off over what it says are $16 million in unpaid debts. Full Article COVID-19 Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases Business Economics and Finance Air Transport Diseases and Disorders Health
tor Planning some retail therapy this weekend? Best to check what stores will open By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 05:43:11 +1000 An easing of coronavirus restrictions means non-essential shopping has the green light from this weekend, but that doesn't mean all the stores are ready to throw open their doors immediately. Full Article Epidemics and Pandemics COVID-19 Federal - State Issues Health Policy Travel Health and Safety Federal - State Issues Government and Politics Diseases and Disorders Infectious Diseases (Other) Business Economics and Finance Industry Retail Law Crime and Justice Activism and Lobbying Respiratory Diseases
tor 'Couldn't have come at a worse time': Collapsed builder leaves 241 creditors with nothing By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 10:44:43 +1000 Banyan Constructions collapsed earlier this year, and a report from liquidators has now revealed that the $22 million owed to creditors — mostly small, local businesses — will not be paid back. Full Article Building and Construction Housing Industry Business Economics and Finance Industry
tor 'Relax the rhetoric': Businesses open, but coronavirus crackdown has customers 'nervous' By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 05:15:56 +1000 Small businesses in Tasmania struggling to survive amid the coronavirus crisis call for clearer messaging from authorities, saying there is no point trading if customers are too nervous to leave home. Full Article COVID-19 Diseases and Disorders Health States and Territories Small Business
tor Victoria criticises 'completely inappropriate' independent schools funding offer from Federal Government By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 10:09:12 +1000 Victorian Education Minister James Merlino accuses the Federal Government of using funding to "force" independent schools to undermine the state's strategy on face-to-face learning during the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article COVID-19 Diseases and Disorders Health Respiratory Diseases Business Economics and Finance Work Community and Society States and Territories State of Emergency Government and Politics
tor Authorities investigate aged care coronavirus cluster as Victoria records seven new cases By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 10:25:56 +1000 Victoria's total of COVID-19 cases rises to 1,361, as Chief Health Officer Brett Sutton reveals authorities are investigating three cases linked to a Melbourne aged care facility. Full Article COVID-19 Diseases and Disorders Lockdown Health Respiratory Diseases Business Economics and Finance Education Schools State of Emergency Emergency Care Aged Care