Category: World
Woolworths has officially announced a significant alteration to its iconic mud cake, effective immediately.
Woolworths has confirmed a significant update to its beloved range of mud cakes, effective immediately. This week, the supermarket is introducing a new Hokey Pokey flavor both in-store and online, available for a limited time. Crafted by the Woolworths bakery team, the Hokey Pokey Mudcake features milk chocolate infused with honeycomb pieces. This addition joins the ranks of other favorites such as Mint Choc, Orange Choc, and Birthday Cake. “Our decision to introduce the Hokey Pokey flavor[more...]
McDonald’s is currently testing a new menu item in specific Australian locations.
McDonald's has unveiled a clandestine addition to its menu after eagle-eyed fans spotted it – but it's not available everywhere. The fast-food behemoth is testing out Wavy Fries, a crinkle-cut chip that packs more thickness than the standard Aussie fries. Although limited to specific outlets for now, the introduction of this new item, previously a hit in France, hasn't dampened the enthusiasm of potato lovers. "McDonald’s Australia is currently trialing Wavy Fries in select restaurants across New[more...]
New South Wales is currently caught in a persistent rain streak, with the weather pattern showing little sign of relenting.
Behind this pattern, various factors such as atmospheric conditions, oceanic currents, and regional weather systems converge to sustain the prolonged wet spell. For those residing in southeastern Australia, the weather may evoke a sense of déjà vu akin to the film "Groundhog Day." Since the beginning of May, Sydney and other areas along the New South Wales coastline have experienced relentless rainfall, resulting in accumulations ranging from 50 to 100 millimeters over the span of a week.[more...]
Amazon’s robust first-quarter results are attributed to the performance of its cloud-computing division and the revenue generated from Prime Video advertisements.
In its Tuesday report, Amazon showcased impressive first-quarter results, driven by the growth of its cloud-computing division and the influx of advertising revenue from its Prime Video streaming service. The e-commerce giant, headquartered in Seattle, revealed a revenue of $143.31 billion for the first quarter of this year, marking a 13% increase compared to the corresponding period last year. Net income stood at $10.43 billion, or 98 cents per share, surpassing Wall Street analysts' expectations of 84[more...]
“Referees deserve respect and support,” Abdo affirms, backing match officials.
NRL CEO Andrew Abdo has voiced his backing for the game's referees, emphasizing the need for increased respect towards match officials. Abdo's remarks come in the wake of a weekend marked by intense scrutiny directed at referees and Bunker officials, particularly regarding contentious decisions such as the try awarded to Gold Coast winger Phillip Sami and the no-try call against Warriors winger Dallin Watene-Zelezniak. In Saturday's match against the Bulldogs, the Wests Tigers found themselves concluding the[more...]
Telstra has postponed the shutdown of its 3G network until August, citing concerns regarding access to emergency calls.
Telstra has decided to delay the closure of its 3G network amid concerns that hundreds of thousands of Australians may face difficulties in making emergency calls once the two-decade-old network is decommissioned. Initially scheduled for shutdown on June 30, the closure has now been extended until August 31 to allow customers more time to upgrade their handsets. Channa Seneviratne, Telstra's networks executive, explained the extension was prompted by feedback from customers requesting additional time for the transition.[more...]
Telco industry veteran assumes the role of new CEO at Optus.
Stephen Rue, currently overseeing the National Broadband Network, has been named the new chief executive of Optus, succeeding Kelly Bayer Rosmarin, who stepped down last November amid intense scrutiny following an Australia-wide network outage. Optus Chairman Paul O'Sullivan praised Rue's expertise, noting his pivotal role in establishing "the digital backbone of Australia."
Qantas has reached agreements for compensation regarding the issue of “ghost flights.”
Australia's leading airline, Qantas, has consented to an A$100 million ($66.1 million, £52.7 million) penalty settlement to resolve a legal dispute accusing it of selling numerous tickets for flights it had previously canceled. Alongside this agreement with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), the company will initiate a compensation plan valued at up to A$20 million to aid affected passengers. Vanessa Hudson, Qantas' Chief Executive, hailed this move as a crucial step in "restoring confidence in[more...]
Recent flooding in Texas prompted the heroic rescue of at least 224 people and 153 pets, underscoring the urgent need for assistance in affected areas, especially with forecasts predicting more rainfall in the near future.
As rivers continue to swell across South Texas, inundating homes and businesses and displacing thousands, residents are anxiously watching the skies as the threat of more rain looms. Over the weekend, at least 224 individuals were rescued from homes and vehicles in Harris County alone, as evacuation orders and flood watches remained in effect. Sunday brought another round of rainfall, with the Houston area particularly vulnerable due to already saturated grounds. Fortunately, there have been no reports[more...]
The ASX witnessed a 42-point increase as trading concluded on Friday.
The ASX concluded the week on an upbeat tone, achieving its most robust performance since March. The benchmark ASX 200 surged by 42 points, equivalent to 0.6 percent, reaching a closing figure of 7,629 points on Friday. All 11 industry sectors experienced gains, with the consumer discretionary sector leading the charge with a notable two percent increase. This positive momentum coincided with Wesfarmers' upward trajectory, with a 2.8 percent rise at market close. The company, known for[more...]
