What’s driving our extreme fear of sharks and crocodiles
You might be more likely to end up in hospital after crossing paths with a dog, but it is crocodiles and sharks that strike fear in humans. Here’s why.
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‘She brought him back to life’: Family of youngest Taipan snake victim’s moving milestone
The family of the youngest Australian to survive a Taipan snake bite has revealed the lasting impact on their young son as he celebrates a milestone they never thought they would see. VIDEO, PICS
‘Cried 300 times’: Dad’s fight for life after holiday nightmare
A family’s dream holiday cruising Europe and exploring historic countries has turned into a nightmare which has seen their dad fighting for life, and the awful discovery their travel insurance won’t cover their medical expenses.
Tipflation con: How Aussies are getting stung
As if the shoddy Aussie dollar wasn’t bad enough, tourists now have to navigate the insanity of ‘tipflation’. See our tipping tips and how much you should pay.
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Virgin Australia’s little known rule
A flight attendant from Sydney has shared the strict rules that all cabin crew must adhere to before taking off.
Woman’s note to ‘cute’ plane guy goes viral
A woman who slipped a “cute” plane guy a note was left shocked by his response with her clip sending viewers into a frenzy.
Figure man paid to fly first class forever
How much would you pay to fly first class for the rest of your life? This guy forked out an eye-watering amount and he’s living the dream.
Jetstar launches direct flights between Melbourne and Fiji
The airline will become the first low-cost carrier to fly direct from Melbourne to Fiji, with sale fares on offer for $179.
How to win free flights for a year
To celebrate its 19-year anniversary, Jetstar is giving away free flights for a year in a one-off competition. Find out more.
‘Limp, lifeless’: Why 7000kg of hair made Nazi camp so profound
The hair made the biggest impact. It just sat there limp and lifeless. All 7000kg of it. But the huge piles of spectacles, shoes and hairbrushes humanised the holocaust in unfathomable ways.
Two Australian cities nabbed a spot on a list of the world’s friendliest cities
When it comes to friendliness, these are the cities that reign supreme.
Passengers’ 4am Jetstar ‘nightmare’ revealed
A Jetstar flight was one hour into its journey from Bali when it was forced to turn back. It then got cancelled again three nights later.
‘Great wonders’: The Northern Territory’s best holiday and island escapes
The Territory is home to some truly spectacular holiday destinations, from the Red Centre to the pristine Tiwi Islands. Here’s our list of the best and what you need to know.
Tourist slammed for ‘sexy’ Auschwitz pic
A photo of a tourist posing for her own picture at Auschwitz has gone viral, with many labelling the act “disrespectful” and “disgusting”.
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