FBI Probes Alleged 2TB Data Breach of Its Job Application Website

Teen founder Caymus Maxson removes 6 tons of beach debris through nonprofit Trash Turtles

Caymus 'CO' Maxson, a 16-year-old from California, founded the youth-led nonprofit Trash Turtles after witnessing beach trash being pushed into the ocean at age 10. Over six years, the organization has conducted more than 50 beach cleanups, clearing debris across over 300 miles of coastline. The group has also recycled 75,000 cigarette butts and removed a total of six tons of waste. Maxson has now been recognized for her environmental efforts with a 2026 Gloria Barron Prize.

Tasmania wetland recovers as invasive grass removal doubles fish species in 3 years

Tasmania's Duck Bay wetland is undergoing a significant ecological recovery following sustained efforts to eliminate invasive rice grass. Conservation group Circular Head Landcare reduced the weed's coverage from approximately 50 hectares to just five hectares. The removal of the invasive species allowed native saltmarsh vegetation to return to the area. Researchers from the University of Tasmania documented a rise in fish species from five to eleven, including the return of yellow-eye mullet. The findings highlight the effectiveness of targeted weed control in restoring coastal wetland biodiversity.

97-year-old Brisbane bowls club saved from demolition in $6 million deal

Senator demands Senate probe into Trump Jr's financial ties with Russian oligarch

Senator John Curtis has called for a formal Senate investigation into Donald Trump Jr's financial connections with Russian oligarch Umar Kremlev. The demand follows concerns over potential corruption linked to Kremlev's lavish wedding celebration, at which Trump Jr was reportedly present. Curtis aims to ensure that Trump Jr's foreign business dealings receive fair and thorough scrutiny. The call comes at a politically sensitive time, with midterm elections on the horizon.