How Australia’s seven-month-long manhunt came to an end

Fugitive Dezi Freeman has been wanted since he shot dead two police officers on his rural property in August last year.

Australian Police Kill Man Suspected of Slaying 2 Officers

The fugitive, who was trained in surviving in the bush, had been on the run since a deadly confrontation last August with officers who had come to execute a search warrant.

By Laura Chung

Australian Fund With $123 Billion Weighs Private Credit Boost - Bloomberg.com

Australian Fund With $123 Billion Weighs Private Credit Boost  Bloomberg.com

How Tropical Cyclone Narelle turned the sky red in Western Australia

Dry ground, iron-rich earth and strong winds combined to create an eerie dust storm that was filmed in Denham Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The skies of Shark Bay in Western Australia turned an eerie blood red before Tropical Cyclone Narelle made landfall, a phenomenon an expert said was caused by an iron-infused dust storm. Narelle crossed into WA on Friday, hitting the state roughly 900km north of Perth in the food bowl region. Continue reading...

By Jack Larkin

Australia to halve fuel tax as global energy crisis deepens

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces the tax cut as the price of crude oil tops $116 a barrel.

Australia police shoot dead man wanted for killing 2 officers

After a seven‑month manhunt involving hundreds of officers, Australian police finally caught up with Desmond Freeman, one of the country's most‑wanted criminals.

Australian police killer shot dead after 7-month manhunt

Australian police said on Monday that they shot dead a fugitive gunman wanted for killing two officers, ending a seven-month manhunt for one of the country’s most-wanted criminals. Desmond Freeman fled into dense bushland in August last year after shooting and killing two police officers on a rural property in Victoria state. For the past seven months, hundreds of police have pursued Freeman through the region’s rugged terrain, pouring resources into one of Australia’s largest-ever manhunts. ...

By Agence France-Presse

Australian skies turned red due to cyclone and soil drought

Almost surreal images are coming out from Australia showing bright red and orange skies. This is the result of a meteorological phenomenon caused by the passage of a powerful cyclone sweeping along the west coast. It is rare, but it’s known to happen during major sandstorms or dust storms. This red Australian sky is also one of the effects of soil drought, something that could occur more often because of climate change.

By FRANCE24

Cyclone Narelle turns Australian skies blood red in ‘apocalyptic’ scenes

Storm whips iron-rich soil of Western Australia’s distinctive red landscape into atmosphere, changing its colour, AccuWeather says

By Stuti Mishra

Fuel excise cut for three months as PM announces national fuel plan - SMH.com.au

Fuel excise cut for three months as PM announces national fuel plan  SMH.com.au

Fugitive accused of killing two Australian police officers shot dead

Petrol, diesel price: Global crude oil costs rise; what's the situation in India?

Last week, the government announced a big excise duty cut on petrol and diesel prices, in effect cushioning consumers from a hike, while also reducing the blow for oil marketing companies.

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Australia to halve tax on fuel, underwrite spot cargoes in wake of Iran war - The Straits Times

Australia to halve tax on fuel, underwrite spot cargoes in wake of Iran war  The Straits Times

Shizuoka's premium melons hit Aussie market

The Shizuoka Crown Melon, grown chiefly in the cities of Fukuroi and Hamamatsu, boasts a high sugar content and rich aroma compared with other varieties

Australia to halve tax on fuel, underwrite spot cargoes

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Monday the government would halve the excise on fuel and diesel and remove the heavy road user charge for three months to help households cope with a surge in costs driven by the Iran war. Halving the tax would reduce the cost of fuel by 26.3 Australian cents […]

How nations are responding to the global energy crisis

The Australian state of Victoria has announced plans to make public transport free from tomorrow amid concerns over rising fuel prices as a result of the Iran war.

Australia to halve fuel tax to keep prices within reach of citizens amid Iran war

Australia will halve a fuel tax to help motorists experiencing soaring petrol prices due to war in the Middle East, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Monday. Albanese announced the step after meeting with the leaders of Australia’s states and territories on Monday, agreeing a plan to tackle fuel shortages as the war in the Middle East continues. Australia charges a sales tax of 52 cents on each litre of petrol sold at the pump, which will be halved for three months. The measure will cost t...

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Australian police shoot dead fugitive wanted for killing officers

Australian police said Monday they shot dead a fugitive gunman wanted for killing two officers, ending a seven-month manhunt for one of the country's most-wanted criminals. Desmond Freeman fled into dense bushland in August last year after shooting and killing two police officers on a rural property in Victoria state. For the past seven months, hundreds of police have pursued Freeman through the region's rugged terrain, pouring resources into one of Australia's largest-ever manhunts. "A man has

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Fuel excise slashed, relief for truckies as Australia enters stage two of four-point plan

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Australian police shoot fugitive wanted for killing two officers after seven-month manhunt

Hundreds of police have pursued Desmond Freeman, pouring resources into one of Australia’s largest manhunts.

Wu-Tang Clan Fans Offered Refunds After Several Members Absent From Australian ‘Final’ Shows

Wu-Tang Clan shared an Instagram Story indicating Method Man would not be travelling to Australia — but made no announcement about the other missing members.

By Jessica Lynch

[Vantage Point] When fuel stops being a cost and becomes a constraint

The risk we face is not sudden collapse. It is the kind of cumulative strain that builds quietly until it becomes visible everywhere at once: in higher prices, fewer deliveries, delayed projects, and businesses that simply cannot keep up.

By Val A. Villanueva

Fugitive Dezi Freeman shot dead seven months after allegedly killing two Australian cops - NZ Herald

Fugitive Dezi Freeman shot dead seven months after allegedly killing two Australian cops  NZ Herald

Govt scrambles for oil from anywhere amid Mideast supply crunch - The Jakarta Post

Govt scrambles for oil from anywhere amid Mideast supply crunch  The Jakarta Post

Middle East crisis takes toll on Australian travel - China Daily - Global Edition

Middle East crisis takes toll on Australian travel  China Daily - Global Edition

Australian police believe fugitive accused of killing two officers shot dead

More than 450 police ‌officers ⁠had been involved in the hunt for Freeman since August

By Reuters

338 repatriated Pinoys arrive from Middle East

A total of 338 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), their dependents and stranded Filipinos from the United Arab Emirates arrived yesterday on the government’s sixth chartered repatriation flight.

By Christine Boton

Fugitive Dezi Freeman shot dead by Australian police after seven months in hiding

Australian police have shot and killed Dezi Freeman after the double-murderer spent seven months on the run.

By Emmanuel Tetteh

Namibia intervenes to protect consumers as fuel prices rise - CLUB OF MOZAMBIQUE

Namibia intervenes to protect consumers as fuel prices rise  CLUB OF MOZAMBIQUE