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Stargazers in Australia gear up for the Geminid meteor shower, set to peak this weekend. Originating from the Gemini constellation, these meteors are unique as they come from an asteroid, Phaethon. The further north you are, the better your view. The Earths orbit brings us through these dust trails annually, causing spectacular meteor showers. Dont miss out on this weekends display, and mark your calendars for a total lunar eclipse in 2026.

Costume Art is the theme of the Met Galas 2026 event, with Nicole Kidman, Beyoncé, Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour as co-chairs. The host committee includes Anthony Vaccarello and Zoë Kravitz. The exhibit, opening on May 10th, explores fashions connection to art history and inaugurates a new gallery space.

The podcast episode explores the most complained-about advertisements, with a car commercial featuring zombies topping the list due to concerns about frightening children. A disinfection companys ad, showing a boy picking his nose, and a girl making an offensive gesture, also drew criticism. The episode highlights an increase in complaints about tastelessness and grossness, with Australians appreciating good humor but drawing the line at pushing boundaries. The community panel at Ads Standards reviewed the ads, finding the zombie commercial breached motor vehicle advertising rules but not the code for the nose-picking ad. The episode emphasizes the importance of responsible advertising.

The Tiwi Islands in Australia have been designated as the countrys newest Indigenous Protected Area, adding over seven hundred thousand hectares to the national parks system. This voluntary agreement, signed in Wurrumiyanga, allows traditional owners to manage the area, protecting its unique environment and cultural heritage, and creating new jobs in governance and land management. The Tiwi Land Rangers, who have been actively protecting native species, will benefit from this new agreement, ensuring the continued preservation of this vital ecosystem.

Experience the Bounty: Australian Strawberries and Other Berries Growing Bigger This Season This summer, Australian strawberries and other berries are growing larger than usual due to cooler seasonal conditions and consistent rain. Growers like Ryan Sherry from South Australia are reporting impressive fruit sizes, with strawberries reaching record proportions. Despite the slow start to the season, Berry Australia project manager Jen Rowling expects a steady supply of high-quality, large berries by Christmas. Embrace these supersized fruits, as they promise amazing flavor and color.

SpaceXs potential IPO could catapult its CEO, Elon Musk, towards trillionaire status. With a current net worth of over $136 billion, a successful listing could double his fortune, making him the worlds first trillionaire. SpaceXs valuation could reach over $800 billion, adding $180 billion to Musks net worth. This comes after securing a twelve-figure pay package at Tesla and owning about 42% of SpaceX.

New NSW Opposition Leader Kellie Sloane successfully brokers deal to freeze workers compensation premiums for 18 months, increasing regular compensation payments for injured workers and addressing concerns over psychological impairment assessments. A win-win for businesses and workers.

On Wednesday, a chaotic scene unfolded at Sydneys Broadway shopping center as a group of teenagers targeted a boy, using chairs and stools as weapons. The incident, captured on video, resulted in an innocent shopper being struck by a thrown chair. Despite the danger, no injuries were reported. Authorities are now investigating to identify those involved and ensure public safety.