A state government push to move Fremantle Port’s container operations to Kwinana has sparked concern for seafarer welfare. A state government push to move Fremantle Port’s container operations to Kwinana has sparked concern for seafarer welfare. By Claire Ottaviano February 6, 2025 — 2.00am If the walls at The Flying Angel Club in Fremantle could talk, they would tell you the secrets of the sea – or more specifically, the secrets of the seafarers that come seeking sanctuary among its halls and rooms. Stories of piracy, ocean disasters and of lonely hearts have trickled through the doors of the Queen…
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The man’s death is the city’s first fatal traffic collision of the year. There were nine in 2024, police said. HAYWARD — A 51-year-old man crossing a street Tuesday morning suffered fatal injuries when he was struck by an SUV that failed to remain at the scene, police said. The man’s name was not immediately released pending notification of his family. Police said he was a Hayward resident. As of Wednesday morning the driver and vehicle were still being sought, police said. The collision happened about 6:56 a.m. Tuesday at the intersection of Hesperian Boulevard and Sueirro Street, an area…
The bad times continue at Stonnington Council, which this column has previously dubbed the “council of war”. So bad that the police are getting involved. The bad times continue at Stonnington Council, which this column has previously dubbed the “council of war”. So bad that the police are getting involved. National CBD By Stephen Brook and Kishor Napier-Raman February 6, 2025 — 4.00am , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement The bad times continue at Stonnington Council, which this column…
Students across WA are back at school, and the state’s politicians have recognised the timing is right to push out their education election promises worth billions of dollars. Students across WA are back at school, and the state’s politicians have recognised the timing is right to push out their education election promises worth billions of dollars. “Evaporative air conditioners are noisy, inefficient and in far too many schools, are over 20 years old. Our members have told us they’ve literally had crayons and glue sticks melting in their classrooms,” he said. Separately, $745 million was announced for other school infrastructure…
The National Women’s Soccer League will establish a $5 million fund for players as part of a settlement that stemmed from allegations of emotional and sexual misconduct that rocked the league in 2021. Attorneys general from Illinois, Washington, D.C., and New York announced the settlement with the league on Wednesday. The funds will go to players who experienced abuse. The settlement also requires the league to maintain safeguards put into place following a pair of investigations released in late 2022 that found widespread misconduct that impacted multiple teams, coaches and players. It also gives the attorneys general, Kwame Raoul of…
The Trojans were beaten in Iowa City on on Caitlin Clark’s jersey retirement day. The Best of the West offers fans a candid assessment of the top teams in the western third of the country — a collection that includes the Mountain West and the former Pac-12 schools now scattered across the ACC, Big 12, Big Ten and West Coast Conference. The rankings will be published on the Hotline weekly throughout the regular season. Results through Tuesday 1. UCLA (21-0/9-0 Big Ten) Last week: 1Results: beat Minnesota 79-53NET ranking: 4Up next: vs. Ohio State (Wednesday)Comment: The top-ranked Bruins took care of…
Even long-time residents who are happy living in the area are starting to feel left behind, and experts warn the issue is set to grow. Even long-time residents who are happy living in the area are starting to feel left behind, and experts warn the issue is set to grow. Property News Property development By Jim Malo February 6, 2025 — 4.00am , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Property listings Advertisement A bipartisan push to grow outer suburban areas to…
Notebooks at the ready as the Aussie cooking legend spills the beans on her eating out, and eating in, go-tos. Notebooks at the ready as the Aussie cooking legend spills the beans on her eating out, and eating in, go-tos. Advertisement Tips & adviceThe dish Notebooks at the ready as the Aussie cooking legend spills the beans on her eating out and eating in go-tos – at home and abroad. Jane Rocca February 6, 2025 , register or subscribe to save recipes for later. You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to…
The U.S. Open became the first major to publish a direct pathway for LIV Golf players, announcing a new exemption category Wednesday that awards one spot to the leading player from among the top three at LIV’s halfway point this year. The next exemption category will include one spot this year from the May 19 standings in LIV. Starting with the 2026 U.S. Open, the USGA will take the leading player in the final 2025 individual standings, along with the leading player from the May 18, 2026, list. In each case, the exemption goes to the leading player not already…
A police news release says only that an “officer-involved shooting occurred,” but not what prompted it or whether the decedent was armed. RICHMOND — At least one Richmond police officer shot and killed someone during a warrant service Tuesday night, but so far the department won’t say why, or even if the decedent was armed. The police shooting occurred a little before 9 p.m. on Tuesday on the 2700 block of Maine Avenue in south Richmond. A Richmond police news release says officers showed up around 8:15 p.m. and were attempting to arrest a person on suspicion of violating their…
It’s fascinating to see how people live on one of the most remote parts of the country, and to taste its rich – and notorious – history. It’s fascinating to see how people live on one of the most remote parts of the country, and to taste its rich – and notorious – history. Inspiration Norfolk Island By Sue Williams February 6, 2025 — 4.00am , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement Today, we know Norfolk Island as a heavenly…
Bay Area boys soccer: Mountain View, Westmont slide up, Berkeley enters the rankings Mountain View goalkeeper Parker Lunn (1) is fouled by Palo Alto’s Taishi Liu (3) after Lunn tried to keep the ball in the second half of a boy’s soccer game at Palo Alto High School in Palo Alto, Calif., on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025. Mountain View won 4-0. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group) Bay Area News Group boys soccer Top 10 (Mercury News & East Bay Times) No. 1 BELLARMINE (13-1-1) Previous ranking: 1 Since last ranking: Beat Sacred Heart Cathedral 3-0, St. Francis 5-2 Up next:…
The queues are horrendous but everyone is in a good mood, helped by the fact that they can still see their loved ones. The queues are horrendous but everyone is in a good mood, helped by the fact that they can still see their loved ones. ★★★ Inspiration Airport reviews By Belinda Jackson February 6, 2025 — 4.00am , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement The airport: Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), Ho Chin Minh City The flight VietJet…
As many as 20 people were displaced after an apartment building caught fire in the northwest suburbs Tuesday evening, according to the Long Grove Fire Protection District. The blaze broke out at about 6:49 p.m. in a six unit apartment building in the 2300 block of West Nichols Road in unincorporated Cook County, near Arlington Heights, the fire department said in a news release. The first crews arrived just before 7 p.m., and saw flames coming from the second and third floors of the building. It took about 40 minutes to get the fire under control with help from more…
Plus, Sir co-founder Sophie Coote tells the revealing trend from the runways and red carpet she is loving. Plus, Sir co-founder Sophie Coote tells the revealing trend from the runways and red carpet she is loving. Lifestyle Fashion Sunday Life By Georgie Gordon February 6, 2025 — 4.00am , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement Each week, we quiz a prominent person about their style and the inspiration behind it. Ahead, fashion designer Sophie Coote. Sophie Coote mixes masculine and…
A committed couch potato digs into the stats on her stasis – and finally finds her fitness groove. A committed couch potato digs into the stats on her stasis – and finally finds her fitness groove. , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. New year, new me. Here we are in 2025: a fresh start, a blank page, a clean canvas on which to paint the glorious colours of a fabulous new life. Although, to be honest, I’m looking for my…
Temu and Shein will be liable for the sale of unsafe and dangerous products on their platforms, the European Commission said.Temu and Shein will be liable for the sale of unsafe and dangerous products on their platforms, the European Commission said. Dado Ruvic | Reuters Chinese online marketplace Temu and fast-fashion retailer Shein will be liable for the sale of unsafe and dangerous products on their platforms, the European Commission said on Wednesday, as part of a crackdown against a flood of cheap e-commerce imports into the European Union. The EU executive also said it would coordinate a joint investigation…
CEO of Sydney’s Wayside Chapel Jon Owen and his pastor wife, Lisa, help some of society’s most disadvantaged while also facing their own family issues. CEO of Sydney’s Wayside Chapel Jon Owen and his pastor wife, Lisa, help some of society’s most disadvantaged while also facing their own family issues. Two of Us National Good Weekend By Tim Elliott February 6, 2025 — 4.00am , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement Jon Owen, 48, the CEO of Sydney’s Wayside Chapel,…
SportsLine NFL expert R.J. White, on a 30-17 roll on NFL props, has revealed his Sunday King of the End Zone picks for Super Bowl 59 between Kansas City and Philadelphia SportsLine NFL expert R.J. White, on a 30-17 roll on NFL props, has revealed his Sunday King of the End Zone picks for Super Bowl 59 between Kansas City and Philadelphia USATSI The 2025 Super Bowl has arrived, with the Kansas City Chiefs facing the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday in New Orleans. Kansas City is vying for its third straight championship, while the Eagles are hoping to get revenge…
Uber’s mobility segment reported $6.91 billion in revenue, up 25% from a year earlier. StreetAccount analysts were expecting $6.77 billion.Uber’s mobility segment reported $6.91 billion in revenue, up 25% from a year earlier. StreetAccount analysts were expecting $6.77 billion. In this article UBER Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Uber shares fell around 7% Wednesday after the ride-sharing company reported fourth-quarter results that beat analysts’ expectations for revenue but missed on EPS and offered soft guidance. Here’s how the company did: Earnings per share: 23 cents adjusted vs. 50 cents expected by LSEG. Revenue: $11.96 billion vs. $11.77 billion expected by LSEG.…