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Aussie travelers are spreading drug-resistant gonorrhea, with half spending time in certain global hotspot

Travelers are spreading drug-resistant gonorrhea at alarming rates, prompting calls to embed sexual health advice into all stages of the Australian travel pathway. New The University of Queensland research points to unprecedented levels of international travel sparking heightened sexually transmitted infection cases. The researchers point to the natural growing trend…

‘Holy grail’ Pokémon card that cost  in 1999 sells for over K

An extremely rare Pokémon card that cost $3 in 1999 has sold for a whopping $4,0180 at auction. The 1st edition Shadowless Base Set Charizard card is known as the “holy grail” to collectors and enthusiasts. The “shadowless” version was only printed in the earliest production run of Pokémon cards,…

European tourists share what it’s like being stuck in the Middle East

What began as dream holidays have turned into tense nightmares. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Travellers in Dubai, Doha and other tourist hotspots in the Middle East have been sheltering inside their accommodation amid the escalation of the regional conflict, as authorities advise people to stay indoors. Over the last few days, many…

Middle East visitors could face legal consequences for strike footage

Social media has been awash with footage from influencers and tourists in the Middle East of Iranian retaliatory strikes being intercepted across the region. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT But authorities are warning citizens, residents and visitors that those posting clips and images on social media could face legal consequences. Rules are in…