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Sydney Morning Herald
5 days ago
- Climate
- Sydney Morning Herald
Brisbane news live: Private health giant to close most of its Qld psychology clinics
Latest posts Latest posts 6.48am Friday, dry day: Weather into the weekend We can expect a sunny Friday, with light winds and a chance of morning frost in the west. Enjoy the clear day – the weather bureau predicts a 95 per cent chance of rain tomorrow, with the chance of up to 20 millimetres to fall. Showers should ease on Sunday, for a mostly sunny start to the week next week. 6.48am While you were sleeping Here's what's making news further afield this morning: Male childcare workers have been turned away from centres and had casual shifts cancelled, potentially breaching gender discrimination laws, following horrific allegations of child abuse in daycare facilities. Imported American steak is a topic many of Australia's fine-dining restaurants would rather avoid. The operators of more than 10 hatted restaurants have declined or failed to respond to Good Food's requests for comment on their appetite for US steak. Hulk Hogan, the mustachioed, headscarf-wearing icon in the world of professional wrestling, has died at the age of 71. US President Donald Trump has denied he was seeking to ruin the business empire of his one-time ally Elon Musk as retribution for their dispute over the US president's signature tax law. An Australian man has been found dead inside a hotel room in Thailand one day before his flight back home, according to local media. A passenger plane carrying about 50 people has crashed in Russia's far east and initial information suggested everyone on board was killed, Russian emergency services officials said. And in sport, David Warner is among 16 Australian cricketers caught up in the collapse of a T10 league in the Cayman Islands, after players refused to take the field due to non-payment. Plus, the likes of Kalyn Ponga and Isaiya Katoa could be free to play State of Origin and represent New Zealand as the ARL Commission considers a landmark change in the game's eligibility rules. 6.46am The top stories this morning Good morning, and welcome to Brisbane Times' live news coverage for Friday, July 25. Today should be a sunny day, with a top temperature of 22 degrees. In this morning's local headlines: A public servant working for the Department of Main Roads has been reprimanded after she admitted calling her German co-worker 'Helga' behind her back and using the phrase 'nein, nein'. As former boxing champion Anthony Mundine prepares to launch Australia's first bare-knuckle fighting event in Brisbane – and issued a fight challenge to Conor McGregor – medical experts say the sport is 'brutal, outdated and dangerous'. Two months after Queensland Arts Minister John-Paul Langbroek intervened in a fellowship for an author accused of glorifying terrorism, new details of his efforts have emerged. Brisbane's Siang Lu has won the 2025 Miles Franklin Literary Award for his novel Ghost Cities, becoming the first male Asian writer to take out the coveted $60,000 literary prize.
The Age
5 days ago
- Climate
- The Age
Brisbane news live: Private health giant to close most of its Qld psychology clinics
Latest posts Latest posts 6.48am Friday, dry day: Weather into the weekend We can expect a sunny Friday, with light winds and a chance of morning frost in the west. Enjoy the clear day – the weather bureau predicts a 95 per cent chance of rain tomorrow, with the chance of up to 20 millimetres to fall. Showers should ease on Sunday, for a mostly sunny start to the week next week. 6.48am While you were sleeping Here's what's making news further afield this morning: Male childcare workers have been turned away from centres and had casual shifts cancelled, potentially breaching gender discrimination laws, following horrific allegations of child abuse in daycare facilities. Imported American steak is a topic many of Australia's fine-dining restaurants would rather avoid. The operators of more than 10 hatted restaurants have declined or failed to respond to Good Food's requests for comment on their appetite for US steak. Hulk Hogan, the mustachioed, headscarf-wearing icon in the world of professional wrestling, has died at the age of 71. US President Donald Trump has denied he was seeking to ruin the business empire of his one-time ally Elon Musk as retribution for their dispute over the US president's signature tax law. An Australian man has been found dead inside a hotel room in Thailand one day before his flight back home, according to local media. A passenger plane carrying about 50 people has crashed in Russia's far east and initial information suggested everyone on board was killed, Russian emergency services officials said. And in sport, David Warner is among 16 Australian cricketers caught up in the collapse of a T10 league in the Cayman Islands, after players refused to take the field due to non-payment. Plus, the likes of Kalyn Ponga and Isaiya Katoa could be free to play State of Origin and represent New Zealand as the ARL Commission considers a landmark change in the game's eligibility rules. 6.46am The top stories this morning Good morning, and welcome to Brisbane Times' live news coverage for Friday, July 25. Today should be a sunny day, with a top temperature of 22 degrees. In this morning's local headlines: A public servant working for the Department of Main Roads has been reprimanded after she admitted calling her German co-worker 'Helga' behind her back and using the phrase 'nein, nein'. As former boxing champion Anthony Mundine prepares to launch Australia's first bare-knuckle fighting event in Brisbane – and issued a fight challenge to Conor McGregor – medical experts say the sport is 'brutal, outdated and dangerous'. Two months after Queensland Arts Minister John-Paul Langbroek intervened in a fellowship for an author accused of glorifying terrorism, new details of his efforts have emerged. Brisbane's Siang Lu has won the 2025 Miles Franklin Literary Award for his novel Ghost Cities, becoming the first male Asian writer to take out the coveted $60,000 literary prize.
Sydney Morning Herald
6 days ago
- Sport
- Sydney Morning Herald
The Fyre Festival of cricket: Warner among 16 Australians left in lurch as Caymans league collapses
David Warner is among 16 Australian cricketers caught up in the collapse of a T10 league in the Cayman Islands, after players refused to take the field due to non-payment. Warner and the other players have been left fuming by the turn of events, which started with individual players refusing to play in games before entire teams began to take strike action. 'It's very disappointing, what's happened,' Warner told this masthead from Miami, where numerous players are in transit home from the failed league. Angry and disillusioned players in the Cayman Islands have compared the event to the infamous Fyre Festival in 2017, which left 'luxury festival' goers stranded in the Bahamas. After attempts over several days for players to have their contracts paid, the Australian and global players' associations are now exploring legal action against tournament organisers BMP Sports, which calls itself a 'professional franchise cricket agency' and is based in the UAE. 'It's good that the players took a stance over there because this has happened too much in cricket,' Australian Cricketers' Association chief executive Paul Marsh told this masthead. 'This is a signal that these are the types of actions players will take if they're not paid. Loading 'There have been letters exchanged about the lack of payment and putting organisers on notice, and the players have been communicating consistently with us, and it's got to where it is now off the back of trying every avenue to get the players' contracts honoured, and it's got to a point where it hasn't been resolved, so the players were not going to keep turning up and playing. 'A lot of the contracts will say they need to pay 50 per cent before the tournament starts ... but that's a signal that if you're not getting paid before you get on a plane the players won't play. It's not good for the sport when an event ends up in this position, so there needs to be stronger regulation around these types of things, and the sanctioning process. We will obviously explore legal options as well.'
The Age
6 days ago
- Sport
- The Age
The Fyre Festival of cricket: Warner among 16 Australians left in lurch as Caymans league collapses
David Warner is among 16 Australian cricketers caught up in the collapse of a T10 league in the Cayman Islands, after players refused to take the field due to non-payment. Warner and the other players have been left fuming by the turn of events, which started with individual players refusing to play in games before entire teams began to take strike action. 'It's very disappointing, what's happened,' Warner told this masthead from Miami, where numerous players are in transit home from the failed league. Angry and disillusioned players in the Cayman Islands have compared the event to the infamous Fyre Festival in 2017, which left 'luxury festival' goers stranded in the Bahamas. After attempts over several days for players to have their contracts paid, the Australian and global players' associations are now exploring legal action against tournament organisers BMP Sports, which calls itself a 'professional franchise cricket agency' and is based in the UAE. 'It's good that the players took a stance over there because this has happened too much in cricket,' Australian Cricketers' Association chief executive Paul Marsh told this masthead. 'This is a signal that these are the types of actions players will take if they're not paid. Loading 'There have been letters exchanged about the lack of payment and putting organisers on notice, and the players have been communicating consistently with us, and it's got to where it is now off the back of trying every avenue to get the players' contracts honoured, and it's got to a point where it hasn't been resolved, so the players were not going to keep turning up and playing. 'A lot of the contracts will say they need to pay 50 per cent before the tournament starts ... but that's a signal that if you're not getting paid before you get on a plane the players won't play. It's not good for the sport when an event ends up in this position, so there needs to be stronger regulation around these types of things, and the sanctioning process. We will obviously explore legal options as well.'
Yahoo
18-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
From Sci-Fi to Daily Life: Service Robots Step into Spotlight at 137th Canton Fair
GUANGZHOU, China, April 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Once confined to the realm of science fiction, robots are now becoming an integral part of a consumer's everyday routines. At the 137th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair), this transformation is more apparent than ever with the debut of its first-ever Service Robots Zone. This dedicated area, spanning 4,200 square meters and featuring 46 companies, showcases how robotics is entering daily life in practical and personal ways, such as brewing morning coffee, trimming lawns, assisting with household chores, and more, bringing the future directly into people's daily lives. For coffee lovers needing a caffeine kickstart, they can enjoy a coffee made by the coffee barista robot created by AUBO Robotics. Designed with synchronized robotic limbs and an autonomous learning system, the robot performs the entire coffee-making process, from tamping and extraction to intricate milk frothing. With capacity for 300 cups per day and real-time online upgrades, it's a barista that never tires. As an expert on collaborative robots, AUBO also presented a massage robot onsite, attracting many buyers. Dreame Technology's AI-powered weeding robot makes backyard maintenance a hands-free affair. Equipped with 3D laser radar sensors and forward-facing cameras, this robot maps boundaries and avoids obstacles with high precision. Its floating blade system adapts to grass height and terrain, all while being ready to use right out of the box. Pool owners also have reason to celebrate. Seauto Robots showcases its SAT 20 series pool cleaning robots, boasting enhanced battery capacity and smart navigation for thorough, corner-to-corner cleaning. With multiple modes and market-leading performance, these robots deliver a sparkling clean with minimal effort. For restaurant dining, consumers may also have the chance to meet Keenon Robotics' T10 service robot, designed to deliver meals with grace. Capable of navigating narrow 59cm aisles while carrying up to 40kg, it features a new-generation shock-absorption chassis for smoother deliveries. Customizable with interactive head motions and decorative accessories, it brings both function and personality to the dining experience. As robotics evolve at breakneck speed, new applications are entering our lives faster than ever. By introducing the Service Robots Zone, the Canton Fair is not only showcasing these innovations but connecting global buyers with the future of smart living. By facilitating meaningful exchanges across the industrial chain, the Fair highlights that the golden age of robotics is here. SOURCE Canton Fair
