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A piece of space debris found in Western Australia is likely part of the upper stage of a Chinese Jielong 3 rocket, which reentered Earth's atmosphere on October 18, 2025. The debris, possibly a composite overwrapped pressure vessel, was burning when found, indicating a recent reentry, and is being analyzed by authorities to confirm its origin.
German backpacker Carolina Wilga was found safe after spending 11 nights lost in the dense Australian outback, surviving with minimal food and water, and was rescued after she flagged down a passing car. Her ordeal highlights the dangers of the harsh environment and the importance of community and perseverance in rescue efforts.
Police in Western Australia are using aircraft to search for German tourist Carolina Wilga, who went missing after her van was found abandoned in the dense Karroun Hill Nature Reserve, with authorities believing she became lost and is not a crime victim.
Lake Mackay, an ephemeral salt lake in the Australian outback, is known for its striking stripy golden islands that emerge when the lake fills with water. Captured by NASA's Terra satellite, these islands are surrounded by blue-green waters and are formed by permanent dunes shaped by wind erosion. The lake, which can persist for up to six months after heavy rains, serves as a temporary refuge for over 90 species of wildlife. It also inspired the name for a similar lake on Saturn's moon Titan.
Director Kitty Green discusses her film "The Royal Hotel," a taut thriller set in the Australian Outback, where two American women find themselves working in a rowdy pub filled with drunken miners. Green explores themes of alcohol-fueled aggression, women's empowerment, and the line between what is acceptable and what is not. The film challenges cultural norms and received positive reception at film festivals. Green also discusses the challenges of directing crowded pub scenes and the importance of keeping the women's backstories ambiguous.