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Diego Delso / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)South African Police Recover Human Remains from Crocodile in Search for Missing Businessman
A police officer was lowered from a helicopter into the Komati River to retrieve a euthanized crocodile suspected of consuming a missing 59-year-old businessman swept away by floodwaters. Human remains were found inside the 15-foot reptile during an examination at Kruger National…
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Australian Advisory Body Proposes Heat-Safe Rentals and Workplace Rules
A state climate policy advisory body in New South Wales has proposed measures for heat-safe rentals and enhanced workplace safety for outdoor workers during high temperatures. Separately, officials informed members of parliament that a gas export tax could lead to lower power cos…
Jaggery / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 2.0)Suspected Poisoned Meat Found in West London Parks, Affecting Dog and Foxes
Authorities have warned dog owners after suspected poisoned meat was discovered in two west London parks. A dog became ill and two foxes died following exposure to the meat. Investigations are underway to determine the source and prevent further incidents.