• Fri, April 25, 2025

by: AFP

Posts misuse Australian news report to misrepresent Labor Party election promise

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's government has not promised to include gender reassignment surgery and puberty blockers for minors in the country's national health insurance scheme, contrary to claims shared on social media ahead of the May 3 elections. The posts misrepresent an article in The Guardian about the ruling Labor Party pledging to train healthcare workers to make gender-affirming care more accessible and safe for gay, lesbian and gender-diverse Australians if re-elected.

by: Mashable

Netflix is introducing a new type of subtitles

Dialogue-only.

by: ThePrint

Irresistible Malkist Cracker Biscuit Plays the 'Moment Stealer' in a Dramatic and Humorous New Campaign

NewsVoir Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], April 25: Malkist, the iconic 14-layered cracker biscuit brand from Mayora India, proudly launches its latest campaign — 'Malkist Can't Resist' — a high-energy, humorous take on cravings so irresistible, they take over life's most important moments. Show Full Article Rooted in a powerful consumer insight, the campaign highlights a simple […]

by: PBS

PBS39 News Reports | SINKHOLE | Season 2019

A sinkhole shuts down westbound Route 22 in Berks County.

by: WGME

Portland Sports | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

WGME CBS 13 provides news, sports, weather and local event coverage in the Portland, Maine area including Lewiston, Augusta, Brunswick, Westbrook, Biddeford, Saco, Sanford, South Portland, Kennebunk, Bangor, Freeport, Buxton, Windham, Auburn, Waterville, Scarborough, Gorham, Yarmouth, Standish, Falmouth, Poland, Rockland, Bath.

by: HuffPost

The Funniest Posts From Parents This Week (April 19-25)

"As a mom, I just realized why Daddy's porridge was hot, Mommy's was cold, and baby's was just right. I feel some type of way now."

by: Patch

Good News In Essex County: Plushies + Basketball + Murals + Earth Day

New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.

by: TechRadar

Solar calculators aren't the only everyday tech that's sustainably powered - here are 3 new gadgets that can harness the sun

Tech doesn't always have to be plugged into the grid

by: CNN

New Jersey wildfire explodes in size | CNN

A fast-moving wildfire in New Jersey expanded to 8,500 acres Tuesday afternoon, causing over 3,000 evacuations and threatening more than 1,300 structures while also closing a portion of the Garden State Parkway in the southern portion of the state. The evacuation orders and a significant closure of the Garden State Parkway have been lifted.

by: Politico

Once bubbly, the White House Correspondents' dinner goes flat

The typically festive affair has turned somber and tentative.

by: KIRO

UW adds new Alzheimer's drug donanemab, offering early-stage patients a new option

UW has begun treating patients with donanemab, a new Alzheimer's medication that may slow cognitive decline in people with early-stage disease.

by: Pitchfork

Haim Announce New Album I Quit , Share New Song "Down to Be Wrong": Listen

The trio's follow-up to 2020's Women in Music Pt. III is out in June

by: WIFR

Rockford region receives poor marks for air quality in new report

The air quality in the greater Rockford region has worsened, according to the American Lung Association's 2025 "State of the Air" report.

by: PhoneArena

Samsung's new design will finally be good enough for me to give "foldables" a try

Samsung has a vision for the future of smartphones and it's a future where I finally give foldable phones a fair chance.

by: CNET

New Apple TV Plus Deal: Pay $9 for 3 Months of Streaming

Binge Severance or the new satirical series, The Studio, with a discount.

by: Newsweek

Strong winds prompt new warning for New Jersey wildfires

Firefighters continue to fight fires in New Jersey amid worsening weather conditions that could contribute to rapid fire spread.

by: Forbes

Netflix's Best New Show Nabs A Perfect 100% Critic Score

The best new show to hit Netflix in a while has arrived with perfect scores from critics, but it may not be for everyone.

by: WMUR

New England Patriots draft TreVeyon Henderson in the second round

The New England Patriots selected Ohio State University senior TreVeyon Henderson in the second round of the 2025 NFL draft.

by: WMUR

Who makes the best margaritas in New Hampshire?

As Cinco de Mayo nears, we want to know, who makes the best margaritas in New Hampshire?

by: WGME

Portland Email Newsletter Signup | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

WGME CBS 13 provides news, sports, weather and local event coverage in the Portland, Maine area including Lewiston, Augusta, Brunswick, Westbrook, Biddeford, Saco, Sanford, South Portland, Kennebunk, Bangor, Freeport, Buxton, Windham, Auburn, Waterville, Scarborough, Gorham, Yarmouth, Standish, Falmouth, Poland, Rockland, Bath.

by: Forbes

Apple's Subtle Push To Sell You A New MacBook Pro

How do you sell a laptop like the MacBook Pro to consumers? When even the MacBook Air is more than capable, Apple has to lean into the mystique of the Mac.

by: HuffPost

Good News: The Coolest Spring Jacket For Women Is Surprisingly Practical And Comfy

These easy coats are sure to delight your inner French girl.

by: ThePrint

Nikki Glaser jokes about celebrity space backlash after Blue Origin trip

Washington [US], April 25 (ANI): Comedian Nikki Glaser has made light of the controversy surrounding the recent Blue Origin space flight, joking that she has no interest in going to space, especially considering the backlash that comes with it. In an interview with E! News at the TIME100 Gala in New York City, Nikki shared […]

by: Forbes

A New Versace Hotel In Miami, A Guide To Boracay And More Travel News

Plus, Uber partners with Delta, Real ID news, and 7 hot Caribbean real estate markets.

by: WGME

Portland Account | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

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by: WGME

Portland Election Results | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

WGME CBS 13 provides news, sports, weather and local event coverage in the Portland, Maine area including Lewiston, Augusta, Brunswick, Westbrook, Biddeford, Saco, Sanford, South Portland, Kennebunk, Bangor, Freeport, Buxton, Windham, Auburn, Waterville, Scarborough, Gorham, Yarmouth, Standish, Falmouth, Poland, Rockland, Bath.

by: WGME

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WGME CBS 13 provides news, sports, weather and local event coverage in the Portland, Maine area including Lewiston, Augusta, Brunswick, Westbrook, Biddeford, Saco, Sanford, South Portland, Kennebunk, Bangor, Freeport, Buxton, Windham, Auburn, Waterville, Scarborough, Gorham, Yarmouth, Standish, Falmouth, Poland, Rockland, Bath.
  • Sat, April 26, 2025

by: Newsweek

New 'Alien: Earth' Teaser Confirms New Alien Species

The new teaser for 'Alien: Earth' confirms new alien species are coming.

by: PBS

PBS39 News Tonight | News Tonight for December 19, 2018 | Season 2018 | Episode 68

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by: People

Revisiting the Most Jaw-Dropping and Ruthless Jokes Ever Told at the White House Correspondents' Dinner as Trump Skips Again

With the White House Correspondents' Dinner happening again on April 26, PEOPLE looks back at some of the biggest and boldest jokes told at the annual event — including the one that may be responsible for President Trump's ongoing boycott

by: ESPN

New uniform series to highlight NFL rivalries

The "Rivalries" program will have teams wear uniform designs rooted extensively in local community insights.

by: MassLive

Iconic punk band announces first new music in 12 years with new members

A legendary punk band has promised new music and upcoming tour dates.

by: WGME

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by: WGME

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by: People

April's New Moon in Taurus Opens Brand-New Doors for 4 Zodiac Signs

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by: People

Women Show Up to Meet Best Friend's New Boyfriend in Suits, Armed with a 'Relationship Contract' (Exclusive)

In a viral TikTok, a woman's friends took first impressions to a new level when they pranked her new boyfriend with a contract to ensure he's worthy of their friendship circle

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by: WGME

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by: WGME

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  • Sun, April 27, 2025

by: Today

Why Bert Kreischer's shirtless dance for Jennifer Hudson's spirit tunnel has him ranking in top 10

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New Hampshire Chronicle: Tedy's Team

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Posts misuse Australian news report to misrepresent Labor Party election promise

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's government has not promised to include gender reassignment surgery and puberty blockers for minors in the country's national health insurance scheme, contrary to claims shared on social media ahead of the May 3 elections. The posts misrepresent an article in The Guardian about the ruling Labor Party pledging to train healthcare workers to make gender-affirming care more accessible and safe for gay, lesbian and gender-diverse Australians if re-elected.
The article from Yahoo News discusses how social media posts have misused a report from an Australian news outlet, 9News, to falsely claim that a video showed a "giant" or "Bigfoot" in a forest. The original 9News report actually covered a story about a man who got lost in the Blue Mountains and was found after three days. The misleading posts cropped the video to focus on a blurred figure in the background, suggesting it was a mysterious creature. However, the full context of the video and the news report clearly indicate that the figure was just another person in the search party. This incident highlights the ease with which misinformation can spread on social media platforms.

Read the Full AFP Article at:
https://www.yahoo.com/news/posts-misuse-australian-news-report-081626017.html