The CDC released a report showing that the rate of new HIV infections in the US has decreased by 12% between 2017 and 2021, despite a sharp drop in HIV testing in 2020. Other wealthy Western nations have seen even greater success, with annual infection rates dropping by more than 70% in the Netherlands, 68% in Italy and 44% in Australia. The CDC report is a positive sign of progress, but there is still much work to be done to ensure all Americans have access to HIV testing, treatment, and prevention.
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Chrishell Stause, star of Netflix's "Selling Sunset," has married her partner of one year, G Flip. The couple tied the knot in a private ceremony, which Stause shared on Instagram. The pair started dating after Stause appeared in a music video for the Australian singer, and celebrated their union with G Flip's new song "Be Your Man," which was reportedly written for Stause. Fans have been sending their congratulations and well wishes to the newlyweds.
A 28-year-old American woman was arrested at Sydney Airport after border force officers found a 24-carat gold-plated handgun in her luggage. She had not declared the weapon, nor did she possess a permit to import or possess it in Australia, which has strict gun laws. She was charged under the Customs Act 1901 and is currently being held in custody. This serves as a reminder of the importance of following the laws and regulations of the country you are visiting.
A team of explorers have discovered the wreck of the Montevideo Maru, a Japanese ship that was torpedoed off the coast of the Philippines in 1942, resulting in Australia’s largest maritime wartime loss of 1,080 lives. Located at a depth of over 13,120 feet, the Silentworld Foundation is now working with the Australian government to protect and respect the site, as well as create a memorial to commemorate the lives lost.
Legendary comedian Barry Humphries passed away at the age of ninety-two after complications from hip surgery. He was best known for his iconic character Dame Edna Everage and had a career spanning seven decades, delighting audiences around the world. Humphries was a beloved figure in the entertainment industry and will be remembered for his comedic genius.
On Thursday, 20,000 eclipse chasers gathered in the remote tourist town of Exmouth, Australia to witness a rare solar eclipse. Under a cloudless sky, temperatures dropped and the sky darkened for two minutes, before returning to its normal brightness. The event was a once-in-a-lifetime experience for many of the eclipse chasers, who had traveled from all over the world to witness the phenomenon.
Eight Indonesian fishermen are feared drowned and eleven rescued after their boats were caught in the path of Cyclone Ilsa, Australia's most powerful storm in eight years. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) launched a search and rescue mission after the boats were reported missing, and the survivors were provided with food, water and medical assistance. The AMSA is investigating the incident and the tragedy has been met with sadness in Indonesia. This serves as a reminder of the dangers posed by tropical cyclones and the importance of taking precautions to ensure safety at sea.