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WA election 2025: Anthony Albanese may be in Perth on WA’s election day WA election 2025: Anthony Albanese may be in Perth on WA’s election day WA Premier Roger Cook has declared he has no issues with Anthony Albanese gatecrashing the WA election day on Saturday, should the PM decide to drop in. Source link #election #Anthony #Albanese #Perth #election #day Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

WHO says water contamination is suspected in one of the Congo villages struck by illness – CNN WHO says water contamination is suspected in one of the Congo villages struck by illness – CNN WHO says water contamination is suspected in one of the Congo villages struck by illness CNNWHO offers possible explanation for Congo mystery disease deaths after reporting spread of suspected cases CBS NewsUnknown Illness Kills Dozens in Congo as Experts Clash on Cause The New York TimesMysterious Congo outbreak likely linked to contaminated water, researchers say Science‘Unknown disease’ that can kill within days leaves 53 dead in Congo The Washington Post Source link #water #contamination #suspected #Congo #villages #struck #illness #CNN Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

WA election 2025: Labor MP boasts over drain that cost almost 10 times $1.5 million promise ahead of election WA election 2025: Labor MP boasts over drain that cost almost 10 times $1.5 million promise ahead of election A drainage ditch in Perth’s northern suburbs that a Labor member has boasted over as part of his election campaign has cost taxpayers more than 10 times the promised amount. Source link #election #Labor #boasts #drain #cost #times #million #promise #ahead #election Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Dave Portnoy sides with Trump following heated Oval Office clash with Zelensky – New York Post Dave Portnoy sides with Trump following heated Oval Office clash with Zelensky – New York Post Dave Portnoy sides with Trump following heated Oval Office clash with Zelensky New York Post How Zelensky’s Oval Office Meeting Turned into a Showdown With Trump The New York TimesWaltz on Zelensky: ‘Ex-girlfriend that wants to argue’ CNN91-Year-Old Michael Caine’s Three-Word Response To The Trump/Zelensky Fight Is Going Viral Yahoo Entertainment Source link #Dave #Portnoy #sides #Trump #heated #Oval #Office #clash #Zelensky #York #Post Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Mitchell Johnson: Are short-term gains worth long-term harm? No easy answers in sport sponsorship debates Mitchell Johnson: Are short-term gains worth long-term harm? No easy answers in sport sponsorship debates It would certainly be appealing to have a cleaner, more positive image with sponsors, but defining what constitutes a “good” sponsor is complex, writes Mitchell Johnson. Source link #Mitchell #Johnson #shortterm #gains #worth #longterm #harm #easy #answers #sport #sponsorship #debates Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

The US economy has suddenly been thrown into reverse as key GDP indicator flashes stunning negative forecast – Fortune The US economy has suddenly been thrown into reverse as key GDP indicator flashes stunning negative forecast – Fortune The US economy has suddenly been thrown into reverse as key GDP indicator flashes stunning negative forecast FortuneView Full Coverage on Google News Source link #economy #suddenly #thrown #reverse #key #GDP #indicator #flashes #stunning #negative #forecast #Fortune Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

LEGO releases first look at kids TV favourite Bluey in block form ahead of June 1 shelf date LEGO releases first look at kids TV favourite Bluey in block form ahead of June 1 shelf date A sneak peek of LEGO’s highly awaited Bluey series has just been revealed ahead of the product range’s June 1 release date. The collaboration follows a dominant year of TV ratings in 2024, where Bluey was the most-streamed series in the US, and consolidated its position as the most popular children’s show on *********** broadcast TV. Roberta Cardazzo, Design Manager on LEGO DUPLO Bluey, suggested Bluey’s introduction to the LEGO world was a natural fit. “We are over the moon to bring the fun of Bluey to life with our new LEGO 4+ and LEGO DUPLO sets,“ she said. “Just like Bluey and her family, these sets are all about having ‘Heaps of Fun’ and encouraging children and families to explore their creativity and imagination, all while learning through play.“ Camera IconKids of most ages can immerse in the LEGO world with Bluey. Credit: LEGOCamera IconBlue’s LEGO collaboration will hit shelves in June. Credit: LEGO The TV show follows the adventures of the animated Blue Heeler and her family as she navigates everyday life as a six-year-old. Suzy Lee Raia, SVP of Global Consumer Products at BBC Studios, revealed there would be six LEGO Blue sets available for kids as young as two years old. Camera IconBluey gets ice cream. Credit: LEGO Though with large bricks, they encourage children as young as 18 months to immerse in the fun. “With 154 episodes and 20 ‘Minisodes,’ there are countless memorable games, moments, and stories from the series that families all over the world can recreate and reimagine together with these fantastic sets,” Ms Lee said. The range features Bluey at the beach, getting ice cream, having a tea party, among other relatable activities. Individual products are expected to sell for between $7.99 and $99.99. Bluey’s first episode aired in Australia in 2018. Source link #LEGO #releases #kids #favourite #Bluey #block #form #ahead #June #shelf #date Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Pentagon Deploys Stryker Brigade, Aviation Battalion to Southern Border – Department of Defense Pentagon Deploys Stryker Brigade, Aviation Battalion to Southern Border – Department of Defense Pentagon Deploys Stryker Brigade, Aviation Battalion to Southern Border Department of DefenseThe Pentagon is sending about 3,000 more active-duty troops to the US-Mexico border YahooPentagon Sending Combat Forces to the Border in Line With Trump Directive The New York TimesDOD Statement on Deployment of Stryker Brigade Combat Team to Help Secure Our Southern Border Department of DefensePentagon orders up to 3,000 troops, Stryker combat vehicles to border The Washington Post Source link #Pentagon #Deploys #Stryker #Brigade #Aviation #Battalion #Southern #Border #Department #Defense Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Former premier Mark McGowan backs Rockingham’s new MP Magenta Marshall Former premier Mark McGowan backs Rockingham’s new MP Magenta Marshall Former premier Mark McGowan has made another appearance, joining Labor’s campaign trail in Rockingham as the battle for every seat heats up. Source link #premier #Mark #McGowan #backs #Rockinghams #Magenta #Marshall Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Bruce Pearl admits he had a line ready for Kentucky fans had Auburn lost at Rupp Arena – On3.com Bruce Pearl admits he had a line ready for Kentucky fans had Auburn lost at Rupp Arena – On3.com Bruce Pearl admits he had a line ready for Kentucky fans had Auburn lost at Rupp Arena On3.comMiss end of Kentucky vs Auburn basketball game? Here’s what happened with ABC broadcast Courier JournalUK Sports Network Coverage of Kentucky Men’s Basketball vs Auburn UKAthleticsAuburn Tigers vs. Kentucky Wildcats Odds, Betting Lines, Expert picks, Game Projections, DFS Projections and Player Prop Projections – Saturday 03/01 18:00 PM SportsLineKentucky rolled over by No. 1 Auburn in Rupp Arena behind poor shooting, turnovers WLKY Louisville Source link #Bruce #Pearl #admits #line #ready #Kentucky #fans #Auburn #lost #Rupp #Arena #On3.com Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

WA Election 2025: Hear from the Roe candidates in their own words WA Election 2025: Hear from the Roe candidates in their own words Find out what matters most to the people vying for Roe’s seat in the Lower House with this six-part series. Source link #Election #Hear #Roe #candidates #words Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Cat euthanized in New Jersey after becoming sick from bird flu – WHYY Cat euthanized in New Jersey after becoming sick from bird flu – WHYY Cat euthanized in New Jersey after becoming sick from bird flu WHYYNew Jersey reports H5 avian flu cluster in cats cidrap.umn.eduDepartment of Health | News | H5 Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Confirmed in New Jersey Cat NJ.gov2 cats infected with bird flu in WA after eating raw **** food The Seattle Times Source link #Cat #euthanized #Jersey #sick #bird #flu #WHYY Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

WA election 2025: Shane Love says he’s Dumas House bound WA election 2025: Shane Love says he’s Dumas House bound Opposition leader Shane Love is predicting a shock election result, claiming the Liberal-National Alliance will win government on March 8. Source link #election #Shane #Love #hes #Dumas #House #bound Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Ukrainians react to Trump-Zelenskyy fracas in White House – DW (English) Ukrainians react to Trump-Zelenskyy fracas in White House – DW (English) Ukrainians react to Trump-Zelenskyy fracas in White House DW (English)How Zelensky’s Oval Office Meeting Turned into a Showdown With Trump The New York Times’It was really sad’| Colorado nonprofit wants to remind people to care for each other after Oval Office argument 9News.com KUSAWaltz on Zelensky: ‘Ex-girlfriend that wants to argue’ CNNZelenskyy leaves White House without signing minerals deal after Oval Office blowup The Associated Press Source link #Ukrainians #react #TrumpZelenskyy #fracas #White #House #English Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

African lithium rush dashes hopes of WA rebound as battery demand improves African lithium rush dashes hopes of WA rebound as battery demand improves Booming lithium supply out of Africa is keeping a lid on the battery commodity’s price despite resurgent ******** demand. Source link #African #lithium #rush #dashes #hopes #rebound #battery #demand #improves Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Texas Official Warns Against ‘Measles Parties’ Amid Growing Outbreak – WIRED Texas Official Warns Against ‘Measles Parties’ Amid Growing Outbreak – WIRED Texas Official Warns Against ‘Measles Parties’ Amid Growing Outbreak WIREDUS Health Secretary Kennedy calls for end to deadly Texas measles outbreak ReutersMeasles Outbreaks: What to Know About Virus Severity and Vaccine Effectiveness The New York TimesAfter first measles death in a decade, state officials remind Utahns to get the MMR vaccine Utah News Dispatch Source link #Texas #Official #Warns #Measles #Parties #Growing #Outbreak #WIRED Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

STM Loves: Coogee Live, Mountain & Moon, ******* Shucks and Rottnest treats at The Good Grocer East Fremantle STM Loves: Coogee Live, Mountain & Moon, ******* Shucks and Rottnest treats at The Good Grocer East Fremantle Our tips include a new collection to mark ten years of a breakout local brand, island oysters for a good cause, a huge, free beachside event and where to get Rottnest Island Bakery goodies on the mainland. Source link #STM #Loves #Coogee #Live #Mountain #amp #Moon #******* #Shucks #Rottnest #treats #Good #Grocer #East #Fremantle Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Fires rage in Myrtle Beach area. Residents evacuated, some allowed to return home Fires rage in Myrtle Beach area. Residents evacuated, some allowed to return home Homes were being evacuated Saturday in several areas of Horry County as wildfires raged in several spots. Firefighters with Horry County Fire Rescue, North Myrtle Beach and South Carolina Forestry Commission are battling fires in the area of Carolina Forest and Old Highway 90 and Edge Road. Horry County Fire Rescue was dispatched to the area of Old Highway 90 and Edge Road in the Myrtle Beach area for a reported outside fire, currently estimated at 100 acres in size. March 1, 2025 Public safety personnel evacuated homes in the Walkers Woods and Avalon neighborhoods because of an outdoor fire threatening structures. Evacuees are being told to go to Carolina Forest Recreation Center. As of 7:30 p.m., residents of ********* Road and Wyandot Court were allowed to return home. “We are still working to measure the fire and its impact,” according to an email at 9 p.m. from Horry County spokesperson Mikayla Moskov. “That said, as of this time, no structures have succumbed and we continue to work toward containment.” About 7 p.m., International Drive was closed to all non-public safety traffic as crews work to respond to the wildfire in Carolina Forest. A burn ban has been in place in Horry County since Thursday as dry and windy conditions persist. The South Carolina Forestry Commission issued a burn ban on Saturday for all counties across the state until further notice. At least 102 wildfires were reported across the state on Saturday. At 1:25 p.m., Horry County Fire Rescue was dispatched to the area of Old Highway 90 and Edge Road for a reported outside fire that is estimated at 100 acres in size. About 20 homes in that area are also being threatened and are being evacuated out of an abundance of caution, a Facebook post said. People in those areas could see plumes of smoke as fires continued to burn. At about 6 p.m. Horry County Fire Rescue said this fire was 75% contained. North Myrtle Beach Fire Chief Billy Floyd said crews are working with Horry County Fire Rescue to battle the fire off of Highway 90 in the area of Lewis Bay Ocean Preserve. Crews spent more than four hours battling the blaze from all sides, including near the industrial park, Floyd said. Floyd said he is keeping a watch that the fire doesn’t move toward Watertower Road and Barefoot Resort. “It looks a lot better than 2½ hours ago,” Floyd said. An aerial view of homes on ********* Road in Carolina Forest shows the wildfires and smoke. Firefighters headed to the area to try and save the homes. Doug Woods, spokesperson with the South Carolina Forestry Commission, said Friday that the crews are battling more than 100 acres along Lewis Ocean Bay Preserve. Bulldozers and varying types of equipment are being brought in to help fight the fire. The preserve is where forestry officials conducted a controlled burn last week that ended up getting out of control and spreading to 275 acres. It’s unclear if the controlled burn also caused this fire, Woods said. “We don’t know a cause right now,” Wood said. “I don’t know if it’s smoldering remains” from the controlled burn. A message left with Horry County Fire Rescue was not immediately returned. This is a developing story. Check back for updates. Source link #Fires #rage #Myrtle #Beach #area #Residents #evacuated #allowed #return #home Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Nine arrested at New York Tesla dealership as anti-Musk protests break out – Reuters Nine arrested at New York Tesla dealership as anti-Musk protests break out – Reuters Nine arrested at New York Tesla dealership as anti-Musk protests break out Reuters‘Tesla Takedown’ protesters gather outside showrooms to rally against Elon Musk’s role with DOGE CNNHow an S.F. Pilates instructor became the face of the city’s anti-Trump, anti-Musk protests San Francisco ChronicleHundreds protest Elon Musk, Donald Trump outside Tesla dealership in Owings Mills The Baltimore BannerAbout 1,000 in Tucson protest Musk, Trump Arizona Daily Star Source link #arrested #York #Tesla #dealership #antiMusk #protests #break #Reuters Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Kwinana Freeway ******: Teenager, 17, rushed to hospital following horror collision Kwinana Freeway ******: Teenager, 17, rushed to hospital following horror collision A teenager has been taken to hospital with serious injuries following a horror ****** on Kwinana Freeway that forced the closure of a section of the freeway on Sunday. Source link #Kwinana #Freeway #****** #Teenager #rushed #hospital #horror #collision Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Why Palantir could head for a fall as retail traders buy in Why Palantir could head for a fall as retail traders buy in Shares of Palantir Technologies (PLTR) are under scrutiny as retail traders increase their positions, while company insiders, including CEO Alex Karp, are selling off significant amounts of the stock. Morning Brief hosts Brad Smith and Madison Mills discuss the contrast between retail and insider activity, questioning whether this signals potential bearishness for the company or just profit-taking after a strong run-up. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief here. This post was written by Josh ****** Source link #Palantir #fall #retail #traders #buy Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Sunday shows preview: Fault lines deepen after Trump-Zelensky clash; DOGE cuts endure – The Hill Sunday shows preview: Fault lines deepen after Trump-Zelensky clash; DOGE cuts endure – The Hill Sunday shows preview: Fault lines deepen after Trump-Zelensky clash; DOGE cuts endure The Hill‘Why Don’t You Wear a Suit?’: A Right-Wing News Outlet With Coveted Access Questions Zelensky The New York Times’Alpha male’: Trump’s body language in White House showdown with Zelensky, decoded by expert Hindustan TimesTrump’s Oval Office thrashing of Zelenskyy shows limits of Western allies’ ability to sway US leader The Associated PressIn the room where it happened: Trump advisers recall what led up to Oval Office confrontation CBS News Source link #Sunday #shows #preview #Fault #lines #deepen #TrumpZelensky #clash #DOGE #cuts #endure #Hill Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

David Koch: The best ways to boost your borrowing power David Koch: The best ways to boost your borrowing power With the recent rate cut comes an increase in property values. For those wanting to buy, the higher prices might mean you now need to borrow more. Here’s how to make yourself more appealing to a lender and boost your borrowing power. Be honest with yourself While rate cuts will improve borrowing power, be warned they won’t necessarily bring home ownership dreams closer in reach. Rather than helping people reach their property goals faster, they may just end up paying more as a result, as ******* deposits threaten to push up property prices. I really encourage people to run a mortgage stress test before making use of their improved borrowing capacity. If you max out on your loan, you could find yourself in a difficult situation should your circumstances change down the track. Your debt-to-income ratio is an important consideration, not only for banks to assess your capacity to repay the loan, but for you to ensure you have enough money to live on while paying off the mortgage. Generally, a good rule of thumb is to ensure you’re not spending much more than a third of your income on repayments. You want to ensure you’ve got plenty left over for your other bills and expenses, and some to put aside for saving and emergencies. Tips for boosting borrowing power Here are some steps to take to enhance your borrowing capacity. 1. Reduce your credit-card limits or get rid of them When lenders calculate borrowing power, they use the entire credit-card limit, rather than the balance, as part of their serviceability calculations. Therefore, reducing your limit or closing your credit card may help boost your borrowing power. According to an analysis by comparison website Compare the Market (where I’m economic director), a $10,000 credit-card limit held by someone earning $100,000 would reduce their borrowing capacity from $552,000 to $505,000 — a difference of $47,000. 2. Know your credit score Some comparison websites provide free credit score checks to help you understand how strong your borrowing position is. Lenders use your credit score and credit history to calculate risk when assessing your application, so improving your credit score is one way to improve your chances of being approved. So it’s things like ensuring that you have no outstanding debts from credit cards or buy now, pay later platforms such as Afterpay. Lenders will also want to see that you have a low debt-to-income ratio. 3. Consider a joint purchase You could team up with a family member, partner or friend if your borrowing capacity isn’t high enough and you’re struggling to meet the lender’s income requirements. Joint purchases have become a popular way for many to break into the property market. Two incomes are usually better than one, so you may find your borrowing power increases with an additional person on the loan. Just make sure you set the deal up appropriately to take into account such things as who is going to live in the property, what will happen if someone wants to sell and what to do if someone can no longer pay the mortgage. A word on ‘genuine savings’ Some people might think that the easiest way to increase their borrowing capacity is to have a financial windfall, but that’s not necessarily the case. To lend money to you, providers will want to know you have enough genuine savings stashed away. If you aren’t aware of the difference between genuine and non-genuine savings, now is probably a good time to become familiar with the terms. Genuine savings are just as the name suggests — savings that you have genuinely saved yourself over time. These can include up to three months’ worth of money savings, shares, term deposits or equity in an existing property. On the other hand, non-genuine savings are generally “once off” sums of money and don’t necessarily display a strong saving habit. Non-genuine savings can include monetary gifts, inheritance, tax refunds or bonuses from work. They also include less than three months’ worth of short-term savings, so start building savings as soon as possible. It is important to have genuine savings put away to demonstrate that you can save in the long term. Be prepared and punctual The more you borrow, the greater the risk for lenders. Consequently, they will need assurance that you are capable of paying back the ******* loan. And for that to happen, you will need to provide efficient and supportive financial evidence. To ensure your application is seen as favourable for approval, it pays to have all the required documents available and ready to submit ahead of time. This helps to alleviate stress, but it also provides your home loan provider with a great first impression of the type of borrower you will be: reliable and punctual. Upping your borrowing capacity can make the loan application process seem even more daunting and complex. But no matter the amount, you’ll be more successful if you understand the requirements and put your best financial foot forward by decreasing your debt and increasing your genuine savings. Good luck! Source link #David #Koch #ways #boost #borrowing #power Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Police arrest two people after armed bank robbery in Boise. One other still at large Police arrest two people after armed bank robbery in Boise. One other still at large Boise Police arrested two people after an armed robbery on Thursday afternoon. A man “brandished a handgun during the robbery,” police previously said. Police then said the man fled the scene on a motorcycle with someone else, according to previous Statesman reporting. “Shortly before the robbery took place, Boise Police responded to a false 911 call reporting an active shooter at a business on the 10400 block of W. Fairview Ave,” Boise Police said in a news release. Law enforcement identified the caller, who they said allegedly knew the bank robbers and “was an accomplice.” She was arrested on suspicion of robbery (conspiracy) and resisting or obstructing officers, according to the news release. Her charges do not yet appear on Idaho’s online court portal. Police also arrested a man on suspicion of robbery, the news release said. His charges do not yet appear on Idaho’s online court portal. Law enforcement are still looking for a bald, white man, who is around 5 feet, 10 inches tall and has blue eyes, according to the news release. Anyone with information about him can call Ada County Dispatch at 208-377-6790. People can make an anonymous tip by calling Crime Stoppers at 208-343-COPS (2677), www.343COPS.com, or leave a tip using the “P3 Tips” app for your mobile device. Source link #Police #arrest #people #armed #bank #robbery #Boise #large Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Attorneys are suing to keep 10 migrants out of Guantanamo Bay as others say they were abused there – The Associated Press Attorneys are suing to keep 10 migrants out of Guantanamo Bay as others say they were abused there – The Associated Press Attorneys are suing to keep 10 migrants out of Guantanamo Bay as others say they were abused there The Associated PressTrump Is Sending Migrants From Around the World to Guantanamo. One Mother Speaks Out About Her Son’s Detention. ProPublicaSatellite analysis shows rapid dash to house migrants at Guantanamo Bay ABC NewsLawyers sue to stop Trump administration from sending 10 migrants to Guantanamo Bay PBS NewsHour Source link #Attorneys #suing #migrants #Guantanamo #Bay #abused #Press Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]