A total of at least 233 people have suffered gastroenteritis over the course of five different … [+] events held The Park in Melbourne, Australia, from September 13 through 24. Pictured here is an aerial view of Melbourne. (Photo: Getty) getty When you think back to your wedding day, it’s usually a bad sign when …
Pink diamonds are among the rarest color variations of this gemstone. getty Curtin University researchers studying diamond-rich rocks from Australia’s Argyle volcano have identified the missing geological process needed to bring valuable pink diamonds to the Earth’s surface where they can be mined, which could greatly help in the global hunt for new deposits. Diamonds …
In the crystal-clear waters off Western Australia’s Ningaloo Reef, a group of snorkelers huddle together in eager anticipation. Sunlight dances on the surface, casting mesmerizing patterns on the sandy seabed below. The ocean, stretching out in every direction, seemed infinite in its shades of blue. As they bob gently on the surface, snorkels in mouths …
Shark nets are set to make a return to the waters of Australia’s New South Wales next month, despite calls for the program’s discontinuation. Shark nets serve as a protective measure deployed at select beaches worldwide, including various coastal areas of Australia, such as along NSW’s beaches. Functioning as a physical barrier, these nets are …
In a remarkable scientific study featured in the journal Marine and Fishery Sciences, researchers shed light on extraordinary adaptation of bull sharks (Carcharhinus leucas) to a surprising habitat: a freshwater golf course lake near Brisbane, Australia. The bull shark (Carcharhinus leucas) is renowned for its remarkable ability to venture deep into … [+] freshwater environments …
Amongst the colorful Australian coral reefs, a remarkable story of survival has unfolded as sharks and rays demonstrate a resilient spirit. Earlier in 2023, research that examined nearly 400 coral reefs worldwide discovered a chilling pattern: the once-thriving shark populations that graced these bustling waters were disappearing. The collective effort of around 150 researchers found …
Australian researchers at Monash University have teamed up with Zoos Victoria to save the Critically Endangered Helmeted Honeyeater from extinction. The Helmeted Honeyeater is a small black-and-yellow songbird that is endemic to Victoria and is one of four subspecies of the Yellow-Tufted Honeyeater. The habitat of the Helmeted Honeyeater has been extensively degraded due to …
New research unveils the potential of three specific psychedelic drugs – MDMA, psilocybin, and ketamine – in the treatment of various mental health conditions, ranging from depression to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). getty Australia has taken a bold step by authorizing the use of MDMA and psilocybin as treatments for specific mental health conditions, including …
Tech giants could potentially face significant fines for their failure to address disinformation under proposed Australian laws. These laws, introduced by a government watchdog, aim to establish mandatory standards in the largely unregulated sector. Platforms like Facebook, Google, Twitter, TikTok, and podcasting services may be penalized up to five percent of their annual global turnover, …
These four captivating books showcase different Australian bird species and were initially intended for children. However, they possess a wealth of fascinating information and stunning artwork that even adults who read them aloud to their little ones will appreciate. © Copyright by GrrlScientist | hosted by Forbes The cover art for what I like to …