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There's a problem at these ancient sites.

‘Doom’: Big problem at ancient sites

These massive natural sites are up to 190 million years old and attract hordes of tourists, yet locals believe something odd is beginning to happening.

Dr David Hogbin, 40, from Newcastle, was attacked and killed by a crocodile on the Annan River at a place known as Crocodile Bend, on August 3, 2024.

Sad reason croc snatched dad of three

A crocodile expert has said the killing of a dad by a crocodile was “unnatural” behaviour and there was likely a tragic reason for the attack.

(FILES) This undated image obtained from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in Bethesda, Maryland, shows a colorized transmission electron micrograph of monkeypox particles (green) found within an infected cell (pink and purple), cultured in the laboratory. The World Health Organization on May 11, 2023, has declared that mpox no longer constitutes a global health emergency , almost exactly a year after the disease formerly known as monkeypox started spreading globally. WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the decision was prompted by falling case numbers worldwide, but emphasised that the disease remains a threat, particularly in areas of Africa where it has long been present. (Photo by Handout / National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - MANDATORY CREDIT

‘Global emergency’ fears as virus spreads

The United Nations is concerned about an outbreak of Mpox spreading so rapidly it may be classified as a global emergency.

A Garcinia gummi-gutta fruit on the tree, otherwise known as a Malabar Tamarind. Dried Garcinia gummi-gutta, often used in herbal supplements and medicines, may have liver injury risks. Picture: instagram - https://www.instagram.com/p/CvT6h85yjNP/?locale=ko&img_index=1

Worrying symptoms linked to supplement

An ingredient, thought to help with weight loss, can cause some concerning symptoms.

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Surfer Ryan Lowther describes the terrifying moment he was bitten by a shark at Trigg Beach in Perth. Picture: 7NEWS.

’Razor blades’: Surfer’s terrifying encounter

A surfer has described the terrifying moment he was bitten by a shark, with the tooth still lodged in his leg days later.

Fearless dogs play with sharks at the beach

Fearless dogs play with sharks at the beach

These doggos had an absolutely paw-some time with their new friends.

Great white shark gets up close and personal with boaters

Great white shark gets up close and personal with boaters

Yeah, nah, we’re okay over here on land.

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NEWCASTLE, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos - June 1, 2021. The Humpack Highway is officially opened for business off Port Stephens, north of Newcsastle. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Peter Lorimer.

Men injured after boat hit by whale

The men were on a boat off the coast of Western Australia when a whale breached and hit them.

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NEWCASTLE, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos - June 1, 2021. The Humpack Highway is officially opened for business off Port Stephens, north of Newcsastle. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Peter Lorimer.

Men injured after boat hit by whale

The men were on a boat off the coast of Western Australia when a whale breached and hit them.

Massive tarantula halts game of golf

Massive tarantula halts game of golf

PSA: Check the hole before reaching in to grab your ball.

The moon cave is approximately 100 metres deep and 45 metres wide. Picture: NASA/GSFC/Arizona State University

Scientists’ astonishing find in moon pit

Scientists have unearthed an expansive underground moon cave beneath an open pit that could potentially house human visitors.

Mouse puts up hilarious fight against cat

Mouse puts up hilarious fight against cat

This person has found the real life Tom and Jerry.

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Hike’s terrifying close encounter with grizzly bear

A woman is lucky to be alive after coming face-to-face with a wild grizzly bear while out hiking in Montana.

Cheeky Beluga whale scares kids at the aquarium

Cheeky Beluga whale scares kids at the aquarium

This is so cute, who else can say they’ve played peek-a-boo with a whale?

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