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Gastro outbreak: What Aussies must know

The highly contagious – and very unpleasant – infection is rife this winter. Here’s everything you need to know about gastro and how to prevent and treat it.

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French President Emmanuel Macron (L) and his wife Brigitte Macron walk prior to cast their vote in the first round of parliamentary elections at a polling station in Le Touquet, northern France on June 30, 2024. A divided France is voting in high-stakes parliamentary elections that could see the anti-immigrant and eurosceptic party of Marine Le Pen sweep to power in a historic first. The candidates formally ended their frantic campaigns at midnight June 28, with political activity banned until the first round of voting. (Photo by Yara Nardi / POOL / AFP)

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Macron ‘humiliated’ before French elections: Your 5-min guide

French President Emanuel Macron’s political strategy to call snap elections has backfired, and Paris has seen more violence. This is how the election works.

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UK election: Your 5-minute guide

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is set for annihilation in the UK election as votes start to pour in. Here’s your five-minute guide.

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I got tested for nanoplastics: Here’s what I learnt

A simple test can determine the level of toxic plastic chemicals you have in your body – but be prepared for a shock.

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New revelation about Omicron’s origins

New revelation about Omicron’s origins

New details have shed light on where the new Covid variant Omicron was first discovered. Here’s what we know so far.

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Aussie Covid vax tracker: Where you can get the jab now

Aussie Covid vax tracker: Where you can get the jab now

Australia’s Covid-19 vaccine rollout continues with Moderna. See the thousands of places where you can get a jab and who’s winning the vaccine race.

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EXPLAINED: Every state’s border rules for Christmas travel

EXPLAINED: Every state’s border rules for Christmas travel

Planning a trip this Christmas? It’s not simple – with every state having different Covid rules and requirements in place. Here’s what you need to know.

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Covid rapid antigen tests are here: See how they work

Covid rapid antigen tests are here: See how they work

Australians can get rapid Covid tests from supermarkets, chemists and petrol stations now. Join our experts for a live chat to see how they work.

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Aussie expats stuck in US: What they must do now

Aussie expats stuck in US: What they must do now

As Qantas resumes international flights from the US, experts have revealed what Aussie expats will have to do before flying home.

Third Pfizer booster shot approved

Third Pfizer booster shot approved

Australian regulators have approved a third dose of Pfizer, to be rolled out from November 8. This is what’s involved and how the booster program will work.

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International travel Covid passport: Are you eligible?

International travel Covid passport: Are you eligible?

Some Australians will be able to download an international vaccine certificate ahead of borders reopening in November. See how it works.

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DEBUNKED: 7 Covid-19 myths exposed

DEBUNKED: 7 Covid-19 myths exposed

Thousands of Queenslanders are yet to protect themselves from Covid-19 due to concerns about vaccinations. We’ve debunked some of the most common myths.

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Wind, solar, hydro: Could they run Australia’s power grid?

Wind, solar, hydro: Could they run Australia’s power grid?

Australia’s energy is increasingly coming from the sun, the wind and other natural sources. But opinions are divided over how much we should rely on renewables.

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International travel caps scrapped as airlines reveal test needs

International travel caps scrapped as airlines reveal test needs

Arrivals caps will be scrapped as the reopening of international borders is fast-tracked. But airlines will require Covid vax proof. Here’s a quick guide.

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