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Triple J Hottest 100 list 2013, live stream

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UPDATED: Hottest track-list on the archive, Triple J Hottest 100 list in 2013 countdown. The hottest tracks of 2013 from ‘Riptide’by Vance joy, ‘Royals’ by Lorde took the 2nd spot (Lorde took 2014 worldwide tour) and down to the last spot taken by Karnivool ‘We Are’. The results of the first poll were counted down […]

How do volcanoes form underwater, Sydney Australia

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How do volcanoes form underwater in Sydney Australia-A cluster of  submerged Volcanoes (Submarine Volcanoes) were found off the coast of Sydney, the capital city of Australia, scientists said Monday. How do volcanoes form underwater? Expert says, the lava formed by submarine volcanoes is quite different from terrestrial lava. Upon contact with water, a solid crust […]

Australian same sex marriage, Government pressured

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Australian same sex marriage Government being pressured- the government is more focus on the welfare of the country particularly in economy and security. Senior Abbott government minister Eric Abetz has suggested legalising same-sex marriage could open a “Pandora’s box” of legalising other unions, including polyamory. According to report Australian Broadcasting corporation , Liberal Party, opposition […]

Crocodile attacks in Australia, boy feared dead

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Crocodile attacks in Australia, boy feared dead —12-year-old boy missing in suspected crocodile attack while swimming in the Australian national park, report says. The boy was attacked by a saltwater crocodile while swimming with friends in the Mudginberri billabong, near Jabiru, on Sunday, but first it went for his friend, who escaped with injuries to […]

Indonesia condemns Australia navy incursion into its waters

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Indonesia condemns Australia navy incursion into its waters: The Indonesian government on Friday said it “deplored” the incursion into its territorial waters by the Australian navy. Australia had earlier apologized for the encroachment, saying it occurred inadvertently and without the knowledge or consent of the Australian government. Indonesia withdrew an earlier statement that expressed deep regret over […]

PM Abbott says to get tough on ‘coward punches’

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PM Abbott says to get tough on ‘coward punches’: Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott said he is appalled by the recent rise in alcohol-fuelled violence in Sydney and wants the law to get tough with “brutal people” who pick on the innocent, according to reports. The prime minister made the comments to Macquarie Radio, slamming […]

Australia: Naked man hiding in washing machine rescued by police

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Australia: Naked man hiding in washing machine rescued by police — Police in Australia had to rescue a naked man who got stuck in his washing machine while attempting to play a hide and seek prank on his partner, according to reports. The man was reportedly trying to surprise his missus when he climbed into […]

Woman found badly burnt from chemical attack in Sydney

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Woman found badly burnt from chemical attack in Sydney: A homeless woman was found Friday night with horrific burns to 80 per cent of her body from a chemical attack police believe took place a week ago, according to reports. The woman was rushed to a hospital and is in an induced coma, with police […]

Australia: stronger ecstasy pills dangerous for users

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Australia: stronger ecstasy pills dangerous for users — A dramatic increase in the number of ‘ecstasy’ tablets on the street containing high levels of MDMA could prove fatal to Australian users, warn drug researchers. Ecstasy is the street name for drugs containing MDMA (methylenedioxymethamphetamine) or with a chemical structure similar to MDMA. According to the […]

Sydney kicks off New Year celebrations

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Sydney kicks off New Year celebrations: Worldwide New Year’s Eve countdowns began in Sydney, Australia with a dazzling display of fireworks. Australia’s largest city was lit up with seven tonnes of celebratory explosives focused on the Harbour Bridge. “They were absolutely fantastic,” said American visitor Murphy Robertson from Denver, after viewing the Aus$6 million (US$5.4 […]