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Western Australia’s Longest-Serving MP Paul Papalia to Quit Politics, Sparking Fears of One Nation Surge Paul Papalia’s shock resignation as a senior WA government minister and Labor stalwart sets off a by-election in the southern Perth seat of Secret Harbour. The move could open the door to a resurgent One Nation, which has been gaining momentum in national polls and recently scored a historic win in the NSW seat of Farrer. Mr Papalia’s departure comes after a long and storied career, marked by controversy and criticism over his handling of high-profile issues like youth detention and emergency responses. The by-election…

Taylor Swift’s Former Teacher Loses Battle with Cancer on Her Wedding Day: ‘He Treated Her Like His Own Daughter’ Taylor Swift’s former teacher Kirk Schwabe dies at 69 after battling metastatic kidney cancer Schwabe was Swift’s criminal justice teacher and later worked as her security guard He passed away on the same day as Swift’s wedding to Travis Kelce in New York City Schwabe’s family reveals he remained proud of Swift’s success and was happy for the newlyweds As Taylor Swift exchanged vows with Travis Kelce in a star-studded ceremony at Madison Square Garden, a man who played a significant…

‘Monstrous Crime’: Mother Charged with Domestic Violence Murder of Four-Year-Old Son as Cops Investigate Cannibalism Claims on NSW Central Coast A 32-year-old mother on the NSW Central Coast has been charged with domestic violence murder after her four-year-old son was found dead in their unit. Police are investigating allegations of cannibalism in the child’s death, with the mother’s mouth swabbed for forensic evidence. The case has sparked outrage, with the Shadow Minister for Families and Communities slamming the government over chronic understaffing and unsustainable workloads in child protection services. The matter is set to return to court in September, with…

Whooping Cough Epidemic Hits Western Australia: ‘Alarming’ Surge in Cases Sparks Fears for Young Children as Vaccine Hesitancy Takes Hold Fears are growing for young children in Western Australia’s Great Southern region as whooping cough cases skyrocket to 122 this year – more than triple last year’s total. Parents are being urged to get their children vaccinated against the highly contagious bacterial infection, which can be fatal in young children and infants. Experts warn that vaccine hesitancy, fuelled by online disinformation, is behind the alarming surge in cases. A booster shot is recommended every 10 years, but many adults are…

Prime Minister’s ‘Shag, Marry, Date’ Blunder: Has Anthony Albanese’s Sexist Slip-Up Damaged His Credibility with Australian Women? Prime Minister Anthony Albanese apologises for saying he’d ‘shag’ Kylie Minogue in a podcast game, sparking outrage among federal parliamentarians and women’s groups Community Strong MP Zali Steggall and Liberal senator Sarah Henderson lead the condemnation, calling the comments ‘entirely inappropriate’ and ‘crude locker room talk’ Acting Prime Minister Richard Marles defends the government’s track record on women’s equality, but experts warn the incident could have serious consequences for Labor’s reputation The apology comes as the government faces intense scrutiny over its handling…