The genie grants you a wish. What is it? A Genie grants me one wish, what is my wish? Well in many regards most we know that genies are bastard coated bastards with a rich creamy bastard centres who are notorious for ‘monkey pawing’ the wishes that they grant, so there’s a high chance whatever…
Australia Post breaks ground on a multimillion-dollar parcel facility in Gippsland
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Australia Post has broke ground on a multimillion-dollar parcel facility in Gippsland, marking a significant investment in regional Victoria that will strengthen its network and support the continued growth of eCommerce across the Latrobe City. The new Gippsland Parcel Facility will bring together Australia Post and StarTrack operations from Moe, Morwell and Traralgon into one…
The psychology of effort
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Some people would rather walk away with $10 than earn $20 by doing a tedious task. It isn’t necessarily laziness, more that somewhere between the promise of a reward and the prospect of 30 mind-numbing minutes, the extra $10 just doesn’t seem worth it. The private psychological cost of effort is one of the least…
12th Annual Haiti International Film Festival Calling for Submissions
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The Haiti International Film Festival (HIFF) is now accepting submissions for its 12th annual show taking place at Hollywood’s historic Barnsdall Gallery Theater. Timed to the historic Dessalines Day, which memorializes Jean-Jacques Dessalines, a leader of the Haitian Revolution who played an integral role in establishing Haiti as the first independent black nation in the…
Ocean Spray Bog Core Collection
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Cranberry season has officially entered its Bog Core era. Today, Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc. is unveiling its first-ever apparel collection, the Ocean Spray® Bog Core Collection, a limited-edition line inspired by the iconic people, products and imagery that have made the farmer-owned cooperative instantly recognizable for generations. Influenced by the gear, grit and culture of…
Dos Equis the official beer of Heidi Klum’s annual Halloween party
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Every Halloween, people look to the year’s most memorable and talked-about moments in pop culture for their Halloween costume inspiration. Since his return to the world back in January this year, demand for The Most Interesting Man in the World®has surged. Across social media and pop culture, fans have embraced the iconic advertising figure, portrayed…
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines unveils refreshed international Suites menus
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Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines this month unveiled refreshed international Suites menus on flights to Asia, Europe and Oceania, featuring regionally inspired dishes that immerse guests in the flavors of their destination before arrival. As part of the updated Suites dining experience, the airlines are building on their collaborations with award-winning chefs Brady Ishiwata Williams…
Meet the Purina Chief Snuggle Officers
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The Purina C-Suite just got a lot cuter. Purina Puppy Chow and Kitten Chow today named their newest “Chief Snuggle Officers”: Bowie, a Dalmatian puppy from Watsonville, California, and Cashew, a Domestic Shorthair kitten from Wyoming, New York who were the winners of the Chief Snuggle Officer contest. From thousands of applications, Bowie and Cashew…
World’s Weirdest Dog Competition
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Embark Veterinary, Inc., the global leader in dog health & genetics, is searching for the world’s weirdest dog. With 3+ million dogs tested, Embark knows no two dogs are alike and that DNA can shape mannerisms that leave owners scratching their heads. Following the recent launch of Embark’s new Behavior Insights & Training feature, which…
Hello Kitty®and Friends Headed Back to Vegas
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This November, 18 of the best female drivers in the world are returning to Las Vegas for the grand finale of F1 ACADEMY — and once again, Hello Kitty®and Friends will be there to celebrate with them! Global lifestyle brand Sanrio® invites fans to come and join their beloved characters for a weekend of fun,…
Greenpeace activists occupy Woodside’s Scarborough gas project
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Early this morning at 05:45 AWST, Greenpeace Australia Pacific activists launched from the Rainbow Warrior, Greenpeace’s flagship vessel, scaling and attaching themselves to a Floating Production Unit (FPU), a key piece of gas processing infrastructure at the Scarborough gas field over 200km off the coast of Exmouth. Woodside has since confirmed it has initiated a…
La Bola Negra
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Directors Javier Ambrossi, Javier Calvo Starring Guitarricadelafuente, Lorenzo Zurzolo, Javier Butler Rated MA Score 5/6 Spanning 1932, 1937, and 2017, three men confront the ghosts of a Spain torn between desire and repression. Carlos fights for acceptance, Sebastián falls in love across the battle lines of the Civil War, and Alberto unearths a family secret…
Loud Shirt Day
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A new national survey of more than 3,000 Australians, including 1,002 in NSW and the ACT, finds that when asked to pick their favourite Australian sound, 45% in the region choose a kookaburra laughing. Of the sounds tested, waves crashing at the beach is the most loved in NSW and the ACT (90% like or…
When the rubber hits the road: inquiry into the Australian tyre industry
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The House Standing Committee on Industry, Innovation and Science has today tabled its report, When the rubber hits the road: inquiry into the Australian tyre industry, recommending steps to build a stronger circular economy for tyres. The Committee’s report finds that while tyres are essential to Australia’s economy and transport networks, significant challenges remain in…
CityCat ferry workers reject Brisbane Lord Mayor’s proposal for licensed bars aboard ferries
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Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) and Australian Maritime Officers Union (AMOU) members working on Brisbane CityCat ferries have rejected a proposal to introduce licensed bars aboard vessels, put forward by Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner. MUA Queensland Branch Secretary Aaron Johnston says the ferry services exist to move passengers safely between stops, not to provide alcohol…
Powderfinger Fans Can Meet Jon Coghill on the Sunshine Coast at 13 Year Old’s Book Launch
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At just 13 years old, Sunshine Coast author Lincoln Rawlins is preparing to launch his third children’s book, Sprout’s Dream, at Rush Adventureland on October 17 from 5 pm. The latest instalment in his popular Sprout series has attracted the endorsement of Powderfinger drummer Jon Coghill, who will attend the launch as a special guest…
JSCOT recommends that Australia ratify four Treaties with Fiji
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The Joint Standing Committee on Treaties (JSCOT) has recommended that Australia ratify four significant international agreements that will strengthen cooperation with Fiji, expand opportunities for Australia’s space sector and enhance customs cooperation with Canada. “These agreements will strengthen Australia’s international partnerships and deliver practical benefits across the Pacific, the space sector and border security.” Committee…
“Ever Again” New Single From Harmonie Breeze
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Chicago singer-songwriter turns self-doubt into a declaration of authenticity as she prepares two versions of the deeply personal track while appearing in the nationwide theatrical release Beyond Belief. Singer, songwriter, performer and actress Harmonie Breeze is stepping into a defining new chapter of her career with the recent October 14 release of “Ever Again –…
Dr Trauma selected for Dynamic Television Scripted Initiative
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Screen Australia and Dynamic Television today announce Dr Trauma as the latest recipient of the Dynamic Television Scripted Initiative. From Brouhaha Entertainment (Boy Swallows Universe, A Talent for Murder), the series will receive $ 100,000 ($50,000 from Screen Australia and $50,000 from Dynamic Television), helping to support the project through the next stage of development,…