UQ study finds dark-coloured giraffes less social
A study by the University of Queensland has found that dark coloured male giraffes are more solitary and less social than their lighter-coloured counterparts.
The study’s lead author, Dr Madeleine Castles, said the colour may display the males’ physical conditions and is a sign of competitive ability to others.
"Colour could be linked to testosterone, to heat stress, diet, genetics or a combination of multiple factors," Dr Castles said.
Dr Castles said the darker male giraffes are more dominant and are preferred by females.
France's #MeToo creator sued for defamation
Sandra Muller, France’s #MeToo creator has been fined 20,000 euro for defamation.
Boris Johnson hits back at Supreme Court decision
Boris Johnson says the Supreme Court was wrong to rule his suspension of parliament as unlawful.
Barnaby Joyce spent $2600 on chartered flight
The Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority has revealed that Barnaby Joyce cost taxpayers $2600 in the lead up to the election by chartering a flight between Melbourne and Horsham to spend three hours at a regional show.
Heart disease 2018's leading cause of death
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has revealed that heart disease was the leading cause of death among Australians in 2018.
Transport minister calls out Lord Mayor over Metro
Brisbane Lord Mayor, Adrian Schrinner was accused of refusing to meet Transport Minister, Mark Bailey to discuss the $944 million Brisbane Metro project.
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UN report reveals effects from climate change
A report by the UN reveals that seas and frozen regions are seeing accelerated effects from climate change.
The loss of permanently frozen lands in increasing, threatening to unleash more carbon into the atmosphere.
Frankfurt-based airline offered €380 million bridging loan
The Frankfurt-based airline, Condor, was offered a €380 million bridging loan from the German government after its British travel parent company Thomas Cook collapsed on Wednesday.
The chief executive of Condor, Ralf Teckentrup said Condor is an operationally healthy and profitable company but based on insolvent parent company, they have to depend on bridge financing to get through.
ACT legalises personal use of cannabis
The ACT has become the first Australian jurisdiction to legalise the personal use, possession, and cultivation of cannabis.
The laws passed yesterday afternoon allow possession of up to 50 grams per person and 4 plants per household.
The legislation will come into effect on January 31st, 2020.