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What appears to be a 20-kilometre-wide body of liquid water has been detected on Mars. How deep it is, and if there are any others like it, remain to be seen.Supplied: USGS Astrogeology Science Centre, Arizona State University, ESA, INAF

Hidden ocean discovered on Mars

A hidden ocean has been found on Mars that “could cover entire planet with a mile of water” and “should be able to sustain life”.

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.

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Pup gets fake insulin shot so she doesn't feel left out

Pup gets fake insulin shot so she doesn’t feel left out

These fur-parents have their hands full after one of their dogs felt a little left out.

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Emergency declared over bird flu

Hundreds of thousands of birds have been killed on a poultry egg farm after authorities detected bird flu on the property.

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Emergency declared over bird flu

Hundreds of thousands of birds have been killed on a poultry egg farm after authorities detected bird flu on the property.

Rescued turtle hatchlings released back into the sea

Rescued turtle hatchlings released back into the sea

After suffering from cold shock and soft shell syndrome, these turtles bounced back despite all odds.

Heart-stopping moment huge croc chases screaming swimmer

Heart-stopping moment huge croc chases screaming swimmer

Terrifying footage captured the man’s chilling ordeal as the scaly beast chased him through a murky lagoon after sneaking up behind him.

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‘Disgraceful’ moment activists attack ancient monument

A UNESCO-listed world heritage site dating back 5000 years has been targeted by climate activists. Watch video.

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An earlier Davis team prepares the midwinter dip. Picture: Derryn Harvie / AAD

Reason behind Aussies’ wild act

A remarkable group of Aussies stationed in Antarctica will swim in freezing waters this week. Here’s why.

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Bird flu confirmed in second state

A poultry egg farm has gone into immediate lock down after a case of the highly contagious bird flu was detected in a second state.

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Bird flu confirmed in second state

A poultry egg farm has gone into immediate lock down after a case of the highly contagious bird flu was detected in a second state.

Ultramarathon athlete joined by seal on record-breaking swim

Ultramarathon athlete joined by seal on record-breaking swim

While training for an intense swim from Italy to Albania, this swimmer caught the attention of a curious seal.

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