Relationships between local variability in parasite communities of the black-spotted croaker (Protonibea diacanthus) (Teleostei: Sciaenidae) and host population structure and seasonality

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Relationships between local variability in parasite communities of the black-spotted croaker (Protonibea diacanthus) (Teleostei: Sciaenidae) and host population structure and seasonality

Parasite assemblages are dynamic communities which can vary within an individual host species based on both temporal and spatial factors. Despite this, parasites can be ideal indicators of host population variance and movements, however, the type of parasites, or parasite community, utilised as biological/ecological tags, must be carefully considered. Utilising the entire parasite community of … [Read more…]

Snapshot of round 15 in the 2023 AFL season

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Snapshot of round 15 in the 2023 AFL season

THEY SAID IT: “We have just got to accept it and make the most of it, and try and be more competitive because it was unacceptable tonight. It was embarrassing.” – West Coast coach Adam Simpson reflects on a record-breaking defeat to Sydney as his struggling team reached a new low. PLAYER OF THE ROUND: … [Read more…]

Deep dive into the history of the marathon and female fell running

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Deep dive into the history of the marathon and female fell running

Books by Bob Phillips, Steve Chilton, Mike Fleet and former AW man Jon Wigley are among those reviewed here 26 Miles 385 Yards – How Britain Made the Marathon and Other Tales of the Torrid Tarmac Bob Phillips is one of the sport’s most prolific historians and writers – in addition to editing Track Stats, … [Read more…]

Remembering a joyous marriage and waiting for a sign

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Remembering a joyous marriage and waiting for a sign

Peter S. “Bucky” DiDonato & the late Joan DiDonato Bucky lost his late wife, Joan, to dementia on St. Patrick’s Day last year. Talking is what helps the most. With his four children, he talks about the sweetness of life with their mom — how hard she made them all laugh, the enormous quantities of … [Read more…]

Russian mercenary boss Prigozhin has long ties to Putin

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Russian mercenary boss Prigozhin has long ties to Putin

The millionaire mercenary chief who long benefited from the powerful patronage of President Vladimir Putin has moved into the global spotlight with a dramatic rebellion against Russia’s military that challenged the authority of Putin himself. Yevgeny Prigozhin is the 62-year-old owner of the Kremlin-allied Wagner Group, a private army of inmate recruits and other mercenaries … [Read more…]

Karens Diner leaves behind unpaid bills at Tasmanian restaurants

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Karens Diner leaves behind unpaid bills at Tasmanian restaurants

Launceston’s Iron Horse Bar and Grill owner says she is still awaiting payment for hosting the controversial ‘Karen’s Diner’ experience in April, which has since gone into liquidation. The chain, which is notorious for its “great burgers and rude service,” offers diners a theatrical experience where they are mocked by waitresses with bad attitudes. In … [Read more…]

506 extra weekly bus services for the Hunter

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506 extra weekly bus services for the Hunter

The Hunter is set to benefit from 506 extra weekly bus services being rolled out throughout the region from the weekend. To be operated by Hunter Valley Buses, one of the new routes – 259 – connects Minmi, Maryland, Wallsend, Elermore Vale, Cardiff and Glendale and provides links to Cardiff Station. At least 175 trips … [Read more…]

Sleepy Hollow claims Marin Swim League crown

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Sleepy Hollow claims Marin Swim League crown

Sleepy Hollow Swim Team Coach Mark Anderson talks to his swimmers before the start of Marin Swim League championships at the Miwok Aquatic Center on Saturday, June 24, 2023 in Novato. Calif. (Frankie Frost/Special to the Marin Independent Journal) Nate Greenberg of the Sleepy Hollow Sea Lions warms up before competing in the Marin Swim … [Read more…]

Here is the latest ACC sports news from The Associated Press | National Sports

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Here is the latest ACC sports news from The Associated Press | National Sports

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Tommy White hit Camden Minacci’s first pitch into the left-field seats for a two-run homer in the 11th inning, giving LSU a 2-0 walk-off victory over No. 1 national seed Wake Forest and clinching a spot in the College World Series finals. The win sends the Tigers to the best-of-three CWS … [Read more…]

The fall of Roe and the constitutional right to abortion has led to chaos : NPR

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The fall of Roe and the constitutional right to abortion has led to chaos : NPR

Demonstrators protest about abortion outside the Supreme Court in Washington, June 24, 2022. In the year since, approximately 22 million women, girls and other people of reproductive age now live in states where abortion access is heavily restricted or totally inaccessible. Jacquelyn Martin/AP hide caption toggle caption Jacquelyn Martin/AP Demonstrators protest about abortion outside the … [Read more…]