Twenty-two people, more than twice the usual number, have been hospitalised this summer with Irukandji stings. Stings from the Irukandji can be fatal or cause brain haemorrhages and a debilitating sensation of impending doom, known as Irukandji syndrome. Thinking time: Ode to the eastern curlewFacebook Twitter Pinterest ‘Fewer and fewer eastern curlews are reaching old age. Two Irish nationals will appear in court today on murder charges after a man assaulted in Sydney’s inner west died in hospital. If you value what we do and would like to help, please make a contribution or become a supporter today.

Source: The Guardian January 08, 2019 20:15 UTC