Tag: Australia
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Malnourished emperor penguin that swam ashore in Australia 2,000 miles from home a quandary for rescuers
Project Earth: Emperor penguins threatened by climate change Project Earth: Emperor penguins threatened by climate change 02:53 Melbourne, Australia — An emperor penguin found malnourished far from its Antarctic home on the Australian south coast is being cared for by a wildlife expert, a government department said Monday. The adult male was found on Nov. 1…
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Qantas plane returns to Australia airport, makes emergency landing due to engine failure
A Qantas plane made an emergency landing Friday due to what the airline said was a “contained engine failure” soon after taking off from Sydney Airport, sparking a grassfire on a nearby runway and causing several flights to be diverted. The Qantas flight, QF520, was bound for Brisbane and was circling for a “short period…
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Australia plans “world-leading” social media ban for children under 16
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced Thursday what he called a “world-leading” plan to implement a social media ban for all children under the age of 16. While much of the detail of the proposed legislation has yet to be made clear, the Australian leader said at a news conference that the bill involves an…
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World’s largest crocodile in captivity, Cassius, died in Australia at a wildlife sanctuary
Mayor “marries” crocodile in local tradition Mexican mayor “marries” crocodile as part of local harvest tradition 00:38 The world’s largest crocodile in captivity, Cassius, died at a wildlife sanctuary in Australia. The Marineland Melanesia Crocodile Habitat & Gift Shop posted on Facebook about the loss of Cassius. “It is with deep sadness that we share…