# environmental issue (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover environmental issue. Page: Feed: --- ## [Herrington’s dream start to life in Premier League](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/23/soc_epl_aust/) _2026-08-22 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Lucas Herrington, the only Australian playing in England's top-flight, has enjoyed a dream debut, coming on as sub in Hull's win over Manchester United. ## [Lions give Kangaroos a fright in tight AFLW GF re-match](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/22/aflw_kangaroos-33/) _2026-08-22 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Brisbane coach Craig Starcevich feels his team are closing the gap on North Melbourne after giving the defending premiers an almighty fright. ## [Girl, 17, killed in sword attack at Swedish school](https://theqldr.com.au/international-news/2026/08/22/sweden_stab-2/) _2026-08-22 · AAP · The Queenslander_ People have gathered to mourn the victims of a deadly sword attack at a school in Sweden that killed a 17-year-old girl and seriously injured two boys. ## [Dogs’ finals hopes alive but ‘need to be better’: coach](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/22/rl_dragons-327/) _2026-08-22 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Canterbury remain in the hunt for an NRL finals berth after defeating probable wooden spooners St George Illawarra at Allianz Stadium. ## [Rain makes way for stars as bash ends on a high note](https://theqldr.com.au/economy-business-and-finance/2026/08/22/arts_mundi-3/) _2026-08-22 · AAP · The Queenslander_ "There's nothing quite like Mundi," Noiseworks and INXS rocker Jon Stevens says as he headlines the closing night of Australia's largest outback festival. ## [Warriors go top by beating ‘not real smart’ Bunnies](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/22/rl_souths-332/) _2026-08-22 · AAP · The Queenslander_ A 45-26 win over South Sydney has moved the Warriors up to first place on the NRL ladder. ## [Aussie quick reveals secrets to all-time Test record](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/22/cri_aust_starc-9/) _2026-08-22 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Mitchell Starc has taken a wicket with the first ball of a Test match a record four times and the philosophy behind his approach has not changed in 15 years. ## [Teenager kicks five as Suns stun Eagles in AFLW upset](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/22/aflw-67/) _2026-08-22 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Gold Coast have snared their first win of the season thanks largely to a second-game teenager, while the Bulldogs beat Richmond by 11 points. ## [Canberra smash Bulldogs, Tigers win late again in NRLW](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/22/rlw-220/) _2026-08-22 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Canberra have demolished the Bulldogs, while Wests Tigers repelled an inspired comeback from the Knights to highlight Saturday afternoon's NRLW action. ## [Russian strikes kill nine a day after mall attack](https://theqldr.com.au/international-news/2026/08/22/ukraine-1780/) _2026-08-22 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Russian drone and missile strikes have killed at least two people in Ukraine, as the death toll from an earlier attack on a shopping centre rose to 16. ## [ThreatCrush on GitHub (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/QN2QmQnQ5sgN) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ View the ThreatCrush listing on the GitHub Marketplace. ## [Australia bowl, Bangladesh make key second-Test change](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/22/cri_aust-848/) _2026-08-22 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Australia's pace attack will have first use of a Mackay pitch that has been likened to the Gabba, as they aim to rebound in the second Test against Bangladesh. ## [Tszyu shows his soft side before turning into a slayer](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/22/box_tszyu-133/) _2026-08-21 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Branded the Butcher for his merciless style, Nikita Tszyu isn't always as he seems as the son of a gun prepares for a world title eliminator on the Gold Coast. ## [Iran threatens military response to US sanctions](https://theqldr.com.au/international-news/2026/08/22/iran-222/) _2026-08-21 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Iran authorities say its response will be broad and decisive if the US bears out its threat to conduct 'economic warfare' against it. ## [Pioneering company returns with whodunnit dance theatre](https://theqldr.com.au/queensland-news/2026/08/22/arts_dance-4/) _2026-08-21 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Scorched Earth is a mix of dance, theatre, cinema and murder mystery - and it asks how far people will go to hold onto their land. ## [One dead, three hurt in sword attack at Swedish school](https://theqldr.com.au/international-news/2026/08/22/sweden_stab/) _2026-08-21 · AAP · The Queenslander_ An 18-year-old man with a sword has attacked a school in central Sweden, leaving one person dead and three others injured, authorities say. ## [Labor puts the bite on rivals with free dental pitch](https://theqldr.com.au/politics/2026/08/22/pollvic-28/) _2026-08-21 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Seeking a historic fourth term, a state Labor government will try to woo voters with an Australian-first plan to offer public dental care. ## [Ukraine decries deadly Russia strike on shopping centre](https://theqldr.com.au/international-news/2026/08/22/ukraine-1779/) _2026-08-21 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Ukrainian officials say a deadly 'double-tap' strike by Russian drones on a shopping centre was designed to target emergency responders. ## [Sharks star on mission to put Cook Islands ‘on the map’](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/22/rl_titans-345/) _2026-08-21 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Cronulla centre KL Iro is hoping to recruit more players for Cook Islands' against-the-odds Rugby League World Cup tilt. ## [ACT signs on to federal firearms buyback scheme](https://theqldr.com.au/politics/2026/08/22/guns-18/) _2026-08-21 · AAP · The Queenslander_ The national capital has joined with NSW in taking part in a gun buyback scheme set up following the Bondi massacre, but other states still aren't convinced. ## [Broncos fullback focusing on future amid ‘tough’ past](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/22/rl_broncos-686/) _2026-08-21 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Fullback Hayze Perham was instrumental for Brisbane against Canberra, and he believes it's only the start of a successful NRL career. ## [Ask the crowd: AI or not (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/nu7B4Yw8WS2O) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Get a transparent verdict from verified humans via web, RSS, or API. ## [Singapore woman wants to quit job but is scared of her boss: ‘How do I bring myself to tell her?’](https://theindependent.sg/singapore-woman-wants-to-quit-job-but-is-scared-of-her-boss-how-do-i-bring-myself-to-tell-her/) _2026-08-21 · Yoko Nicole · The Independent Singapore News_ The 30-year-old said she has enough savings to last at least two years, but fear of her boss has kept her from handing in her resignation. This article ( Singapore woman wants to quit job but is scared of her boss: ‘How do I bring myself to tell her?’ ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News . ## [Dolphins swallow Eels, close in on top-four finish](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/21/rl_dolphins-444/) _2026-08-21 · AAP · The Queenslander_ The Dolphins trailed 10-0 before piling on the pain in a 34-16 defeat of Parramatta to ensure they remained nestled in the NRL's top-four. ## [RTS Link moves closer to opening as Malaysia completes station and rail infrastructure](https://theindependent.sg/rts-link-moves-closer-to-opening-as-malaysia-completes-station-and-rail-infrastructure/) _2026-08-21 · Anna Maria Romero · The Independent Singapore News_ Singapore and Malaysia are now in the final stages of integration testing ahead of the RTS Link’s expected opening next year. This article ( RTS Link moves closer to opening as Malaysia completes station and rail infrastructure ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News . ## [Lions seal top-four spot as star Pie Pendlebury injured](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/21/afl_magpies-265/) _2026-08-21 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Logan Morris kicked eight goals as Brisbane sealed a top-four AFL berth with a 63-point win over Collingwood, who lost Scott Pendlebury to injury. ## [Perham the hero as Broncos spoil Papali’i’s party](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/21/rl_raiders-324/) _2026-08-21 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Canberra's hopes of winning Josh Papali'i's final home NRL game have fallen short, as they suffered another gut-wrenching loss to Brisbane. ## [Slash ‘humbled’ after snake species named after him](https://theqldr.com.au/science-and-technology/2026/08/21/slash-2/) _2026-08-21 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Scientists have named a newly discovered species of snake after Guns N' Roses guitarist and lifelong serpent lover Slash. ## [SPF: Two men charged over separate housebreaking cases in Tuas and Woodlands after CCTV investigations](https://theindependent.sg/spf-two-men-charged-over-separate-housebreaking-cases-in-tuas-and-woodlands-after-cctv-investigations/) _2026-08-21 · Merzsam Singkee · The Independent Singapore News_ Two men aged 29 and 37 have been charged over separate housebreaking cases in Tuas and Woodlands after police identified them through CCTV footage. This article ( SPF: Two men charged over separate housebreaking cases in Tuas and Woodlands after CCTV investigations ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News . ## [Police in Singapore are now investigating one of the largest iron traders in the world](https://theindependent.sg/police-in-singapore-are-now-investigating-one-of-the-largest-iron-traders-in-the-world/) _2026-08-21 · Anna Maria Romero · The Independent Singapore News_ Radiant World is also facing separate investigations by the US Justice Department and Commodity Futures Trading Commission. This article ( Police in Singapore are now investigating one of the largest iron traders in the world ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News . ## [Kostecki quick to make an impression at Ipswich](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/21/mot_supercars-190/) _2026-08-21 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Supercars driver Brodie Kostecki pipped Broc Feeney to clock the fastest time at Queensland Raceway on Friday ahead of the weekend's Ipswich Super 440. ## [Intimate picture marks end of National Portrait Prize](https://theqldr.com.au/arts-culture-and-entertainment/2026/08/21/arts_portrait-2/) _2026-08-21 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Artist Nathan Beard has won the National Photographic Portrait Prize in its final year, with an image of his aunt in the months before her death. ## [Hire AI-Powered Freelancers Fast (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Ns2sloUiSN2t) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Browse and hire skilled professionals using AI tools — free to post, free to apply. ## [Butler cops ban, two Saints players fined for staging](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/21/afl_tribunal-252/) _2026-08-21 · AAP · The Queenslander_ St Kilda veteran Dan Butler has copped a one-match suspension for rough conduct on the Suns' Mac Andrew, and it may end up being his final game for the Saints. ## [Eagles open to mature talent but tight lipped on Warner](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/21/afl_eagles-143/) _2026-08-21 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Chad Warner has been on West Coast's radar for years, but the star Swans midfielder now faces an uncertain future after being caught up in the hotel scandal. ## [Foreign worker feels excluded after colleagues repeatedly switch to Mandarin at work: ‘Is this something people just accept here?’](https://theindependent.sg/foreign-worker-feels-excluded-after-colleagues-repeatedly-switch-to-mandarin-at-work-is-this-something-people-just-accept-here/) _2026-08-21 · Yoko Nicole · The Independent Singapore News_ He said the language issue extends to social activities, with non-Mandarin-speaking employees also being left out of some lunches and dinners. This article ( Foreign worker feels excluded after colleagues repeatedly switch to Mandarin at work: ‘Is this something people just accept here?’ ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News . ## [Childcare rapist step closer to interstate transfer](https://theqldr.com.au/queensland-news/2026/08/21/griffith-9/) _2026-08-21 · AAP · The Queenslander_ An attorney-general has lost a bid to fast-track the transfer of a notorious former childcare worker to another state to face hundreds of sex offence charges. ## [Slain grocer’s safety fear revealed as teen cleared](https://theqldr.com.au/social-issue/2026/08/21/truong-3/) _2026-08-21 · AAP · The Queenslander_ A high street shop owner raised public safety concerns months before his alleged homicide as a teen was cleared of involvement. ## [Son lashes out at 72-year-old father over rental income, beating him with remote control](https://theindependent.sg/son-lashes-out-at-72-year-old-father-over-rental-income-beating-him-with-remote-control/) _2026-08-21 · Aiah Bathan · The Independent Singapore News_ The 35-year-old man repeatedly struck his father’s head with a remote control before stomping on his chest, leaving the elderly man with fractures to his forehead and two ribs. This article ( Son lashes out at 72-year-old father over rental income, beating him with remote control ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News . ## [Singapore introduces tougher anti-scam rules for online platforms, with fines of up to S$10 million](https://theindependent.sg/singapore-introduces-tougher-anti-scam-rules-for-online-platforms-with-fines-of-up-to-s-10-million/) _2026-08-21 · Merzsam Singkee · The Independent Singapore News_ WhatsApp, Telegram, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and other major platforms will face new requirements under three Codes of Practice issued or enhanced by the Singapore Police Force. This article ( Singapore introduces tougher anti-scam rules for online platforms, with fines of up to S$10 million ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News . ## [Singapore parent asks if strangers should pat or touch children: ‘What’s your take?’](https://theindependent.sg/singapore-parent-asks-if-strangers-should-pat-or-touch-children-what-s-your-take/) _2026-08-21 · Aiah Bathan · The Independent Singapore News_ On Reddit, a netizen shared: "Don’t pat or touch others kids....Father action aside. I never think touching or patting others kids especially random strangers is right. What’s your take on stranger... This article ( Singapore parent asks if strangers should pat or touch children: ‘What’s your take?’ ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News . ## [Singapore takes No. 1 spot on Good Government Index for 4th consecutive year](https://theindependent.sg/singapore-takes-no-1-spot-on-good-government-index-for-4th-consecutive-year/) _2026-08-21 · Anna Maria Romero · The Independent Singapore News_ Singapore has clinched the #1 spot in the Chandler Good Government Index (CGGI), for the fourth year in a row with an index score of index score of 0.884. This article ( Singapore takes No. 1 spot on Good Government Index for 4th consecutive year ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News . ## [Man breaks into ex-girlfriend’s house, sees another man, questions their relationship and throws a fit](https://theindependent.sg/man-breaks-into-ex-girlfriend-s-house-sees-another-man-questions-their-relationship-and-throws-a-fit/) _2026-08-21 · Aiah Bathan · The Independent Singapore News_ The man had gone to retrieve his PlayStation after his ex-girlfriend decided to end their relationship, but became angry when he found her male friend at the home. This article ( Man breaks into ex-girlfriend’s house, sees another man, questions their relationship and throws a fit ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News . ## [Musician trades ‘dream home’ for van life in red dirt](https://theqldr.com.au/arts-culture-and-entertainment/2026/08/21/arts_mundi-2/) _2026-08-20 · AAP · The Queenslander_ One of the country's favourite songsmiths has turned travelling troubadour, taking the van-life road to Mundi Mundi with his wife and their four children. ## [PM to push for investigation into aid worker’s death](https://theqldr.com.au/politics/2026/08/21/mideast_aust-149/) _2026-08-20 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Anthony Albanese says a "clear explanation" is needed from Israel relating to the death of Zomi Frankcom after it found no criminal misconduct took place. ## [US Treasury Secretary to lay out economic moves on Iran](https://theqldr.com.au/politics/2026/08/21/iran-221/) _2026-08-20 · AAP · The Queenslander_ US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says he will detail the United States' "maximum economic pressure" against Iran in a press conference. ## [Lions ready for latest high-stakes Magpies showdown](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/21/afl_magpies-264/) _2026-08-20 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Brisbane's latest clash with Collingwood is another high-stakes one with the Lions determined to win and seal an AFL top-four berth. ## [PM lashes AFL over response to Swans scandal](https://theqldr.com.au/crime-law-and-justice/2026/08/21/afl_swans-206/) _2026-08-20 · AAP · The Queenslander_ The AFL has come under fire from Anthony Albanese as Sydney Swans leaders prepare to face the media for the first time since five players were banned. ## [‘Hard to sit out’: Green up for intense schedule](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/21/cri_aust_green-10/) _2026-08-20 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Cameron Green says Australia's hectic Test schedule ahead of next year's World Cup excites him as he draws on his 2023 experience to get through it. ## [Craig Bellamy ‘honoured’ to have coached Kamikamica](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/21/rl_storm-438/) _2026-08-20 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy has paid tribute to Tui Kamikamica after the prop made the difficult decision to retire from the NRL. ## [‘It’s been special’: Suns star King makes big admission](https://theqldr.com.au/sport/2026/08/21/afl_suns-307/) _2026-08-20 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Gold Coast spearhead Ben King has become emotional in the rooms after kicking three goals in what was almost certainly his last game for the Suns. ## [Harry and Meghan to return to the UK press ‘lion’s den’](https://theqldr.com.au/lifestyle/2026/08/21/royals_harry-30/) _2026-08-20 · AAP · The Queenslander_ Six years after moving to the United States, Prince Harry and his wife Meghan are returning to the United Kingdom. ## [Bomb threat at Xinmin Secondary School leads to arrest of 15-year-old girl](https://theindependent.sg/bomb-threat-at-xinmin-secondary-school-leads-to-arrest-of-15-year-old-girl/) _2026-08-20 · Anna Maria Romero · The Independent Singapore News_ The threat led to the evacuation of students and staff on Aug 13, but no suspicious items were found at the school. This article ( Bomb threat at Xinmin Secondary School leads to arrest of 15-year-old girl ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News .