South Korea opens investigation into deadly Halloween stampede

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3 years ago

November 1, 2022

South Korean authorities have begun an investigation into the deadly Halloween stampede, which claimed the lives of more than 150 people.

People in Seoul’s nightlife district said crowd control measures were not in place at the time of the incident.

Some witnesses said people fell ““like dominoes”, while emergency services provided CPR at the scence.

The investigations will seek to determine why there were limited guidelines to deal with the influx of people.

Many of the victims’ families spent hours and days attempting to locate their missing relatives.

Foreigners were also killed in the incident as authorities race to identify the bodies of those who perished.

Crime scene investigators and forensics officers have arrived at the scene, as many of the local shops and businesses shut their doors.

“A tragedy and disaster that should not have happened took place in the heart of Seoul last night.”
Yoon Suk-yeol, SOUTH KOREA’S PRESIDENT

The incident took place in the Itaewon district, which is a popular neighbourhood for tourists.

South Korea’s President Yoon Suk-yeol has declared a period of national mourning. He described the incident as “truly tragic”.

Climate report warns of rising heat deaths and property losses

Australia faces dire climate predictions, with potential for massive property value losses and thousands of heat-related deaths without action

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2 hours ago

September 15, 2025

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Australia faces dire climate predictions, with potential for massive property value losses and thousands of heat-related deaths without action

In Short:
– Climate change could cause hundreds of deaths and $500 billion decline in property values in Australia.
– Increased extreme weather events may lead to rising insurance costs and potential uninsurability of homes.

A government report warns that climate change could lead to significant challenges for Australia, with hundreds of deaths expected from heat-related illnesses.

Property values may decline by up to $500 billion as homes risk becoming uninsurable due to extreme weather events.

The assessment by the Albanese Government forecasts increased frequency of floods, cyclones, and bushfires.The report anticipates over a thousand potential heat-related fatalities in Sydney and Melbourne if action is not taken.

The projected increase in heat-related deaths in Australia’s capital cities, as outlined in the report. Picture: Climate Risk Assessment

Rising sea levels and extreme weather are expected to escalate insurance costs, making coverage unaffordable or unavailable.

Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen acknowledged that many Australians will find these projections distressing, but they underscore the urgency of addressing climate change.

Changes in total annual freight costs by Local Government Area in a 2090 scenario, compared to 2024. Picture: Australia’s National Climate Risk Assessment

Property Risks

Projected increases in heat-related deaths are particularly concerning. For instance, at a 1.5-degree rise in temperatures, heat-related mortality in Sydney could increase by 103%, reaching about 450 deaths annually at a 3-degree rise.

Coastal flooding days are expected to increase significantly in major urban areas, necessitating critical intervention.

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The Coalition reshuffles after record low poll

Coalition hits record low vote in Newspoll, prompting a significant frontbench reshuffle by deputy leader Sussan Ley.

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September 15, 2025

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Coalition hits record low vote in Newspoll, prompting a significant frontbench reshuffle by deputy leader Sussan Ley.

The Coalition has slumped to a record low primary vote in the latest Newspoll, sparking a major frontbench reshuffle by deputy leader Sussan Ley.

The shake-up, which includes sacking Jacinta Nampijinpa Price and elevating James Paterson, is being seen as a high-stakes attempt to stabilise the Opposition amid internal rifts.

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Trump pushes NATO on Russia sanctions

Trump ready to impose sanctions on Russia, urges NATO to halt oil purchases and consider tariffs on China.

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September 15, 2025

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Trump ready to impose sanctions on Russia, urges NATO to halt oil purchases and consider tariffs on China.

President Donald Trump says he is prepared to impose sweeping sanctions on Russia, but only if NATO allies act in unison by halting oil purchases from Moscow.

He has also urged the bloc to consider tariffs on China, arguing this would weaken Beijing’s support for Russia once the war ends.

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