Petrol companies’ profit margins surge on regular unleaded in Brisbane

Petrol companies’ profit margins surge on regular unleaded in Brisbane

Petrol companies’ profit margins appear to have increased more than 50 per cent in under a year, while drivers have been forking out $2.30 a litre for regular unleaded. The indicative retail margin (IRM) for profit on regular 91 unleaded increased from 31.8 cents (c) per litre on April 5 last year to 49.7c on … Read more

Kyoto’s picturesque geisha district fights back against over-tourism with keep-out signs

Kyoto’s picturesque geisha district fights back against over-tourism with keep-out signs

TOKYO — Japan’s ancient capital of Kyoto, long a popular destination for tourists, is closing off some private-property alleys in its famous geisha district because of complaints about misbehaving visitors. Tourists crowd the narrow, quaint streets of the area called Gion, often following tour guides who show people around and lecture for long hours, local … Read more

What is civet coffee? PETA issues a new warning to Bali tourists

What is civet coffee? PETA issues a new warning to Bali tourists

If the idea of drinking civet cat coffee, which is made from feces from the Asian palm civet, is a turn-off, there may be yet another reason to rethink the drink. This week, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) issued a warning aimed at tourists in Bali after an investigator showed undercover footage … Read more

Adelaide man died waiting 10 hours for an ambulance that was delayed by ramping

Adelaide man died waiting 10 hours for an ambulance that was delayed by ramping

Emergency responders “under-appreciated” the risk to a vulnerable patient in Adelaide who died after a 10-hour ambulance wait, a review of the incident has found. An ambulance was called for the 54-year-old man suffering intense abdominal pain and vomiting, and who was living in disability care in Adelaide’s east, on December 27. He was initially … Read more

Best hair products Australia: Why women swear by these ‘magic pills’ dubbed a ‘must have for hair growth’

Best hair products Australia: Why women swear by these ‘magic pills’ dubbed a ‘must have for hair growth’

A range of hair supplements designed to boost hair growth and overall health is wowing women with its ability to help their hair grow after years of struggling. Aéde Haircare was founded by hair professional Ruth Robalino in a bid to address her clients’ concerns around hair and scalp issues. Just a few years after … Read more

Groom raises eyebrows after showing up to wedding with unusual Croc detail: ‘Plot twist’

Groom raises eyebrows after showing up to wedding with unusual Croc detail: ‘Plot twist’

A groom has raised eyebrows for showing up to his intimate wedding ceremony in questionable footwear. The groom was pictured looking dapper in a full tuxedo — as he stood at the altar with his stunning bride to exchange vows in front of friends and family. But upon closer look, he was wearing black Crocs. … Read more

Shopper leaves expired Woolworths meat in the sun for five days – this is what happened

Shopper leaves expired Woolworths meat in the sun for five days – this is what happened

A Woolworths customers has demanded answers after carrying out an alarming experiment on a popular meat buy. Posting on social media, the shopper shared his concerns about a packet of 10 Woolworths Market Place Beef Burgers which had expired in his fridge. WATCH VIDEO ABOVE: Woolies shopper’s concerning experiment with beef burgers Stream the world’s … Read more

We celebrate ‘National Meatball Day’ with a delicious Italian recipe

We celebrate ‘National Meatball Day’ with a delicious Italian recipe

We celebrate ‘National Meatball Day’ with a delicious Italian recipe from Johnny Di Francesco PANUOZZO MEATBALL RECIPE 3 x meatballs Stream the world’s best reality, entertainment and true-crime shows free on 7plus 1 x Dough 4 x Basil leaves 1g Extra virgin olive oil Stretch the dough and place it in the oven. Cook until … Read more

Gird your loins! Jockstraps are still holding up after 150 years

Gird your loins! Jockstraps are still holding up after 150 years

NEW YORK — Happy 150th birthday, dear jockstrap. How far you’ve come from your modest but mighty days of protecting the precious parts of bicycle messengers as they navigated the bumpy cobblestones of Boston. Invented for that purpose in 1874 by C.F. Bennett, who worked for a company now known as Bike Athletic, the strappy … Read more

The two new secret McDonald’s menu items you had no idea about: ‘The best thing’

The two new secret McDonald’s menu items you had no idea about: ‘The best thing’

McDonald’s fans are in a frenzy over two new menu variations that you probably had no idea about. It’s been revealed that customers can request a little-known seasoning on their fries — and can also ask for their favourite burger to be converted into a wrap. WATCH VIDEO ABOVE: Ex-McDonald’s employee shares new fries hack … Read more