Journalism 2022- Holly's Blog

OLIVIA NEWTON JOHN: DEAD AT 73  Olivia Newton John has passed away peacefully in her ranch in Southern California with beloved friends and family nearby. The iconic actress that's famous for her roles in Grease (1978) and Glee (2009-2015). After battling breast cancer for up to 30 years, she is now at rest. Born in 1948 she was 73 years old at her death. Newton John earned many admirable achievements throughout her career. Including but not exclusive to, 4 grammy winnings, and 5 number one hits on the Billboard Hot 100.  Well known costar and long time friend has since released a statement about the distressing passing of ONJ. Sharing touching words to his instagram this morning, Travolta states his deep appreciation for the impact she will forever have on his life. "My dearest Olivia, you made all of our lives so much better, your impact was incredible. I love you so much. We will see you down the road and we will all be together again. Yours from the moment i saw you and for...

As I look around my eye catches hard working students striving to achieve. I can smell paper, pencils as I walk through the building. Making my way through the building and into the courtyard I see overfed greenery. I see trees, bushes, grass and few flowers peaking out of the sea of green. I felt the warm sun gracing my cold skin as a nice winter day approaches. The sun slowly warmed my left ear which was revealed through my hair tucked away snugly. I listen faintly to Mr Cantwell instructing my peers to get on with the assigned task. I see bright colours in featured artworks across the schoolyard. I can hear the soft rustle of the leaves on the trees around me as they sway from left to right. As one of my classmates turns her head I notice her neatly plaited braid sitting softly on her head. 

A FLASH FLOOD IN IRAN HAS KILLED 21 PEOPLE WITH OTHERS STILL MISSING.  A raging flash flood across Southern Iran has already claimed the lives of 21 individuals as it continues to rise with many still missing. Heavy rains tortured the populated towns of Ij and Roobal around 5pm yesterday, only just scraping past the main city of Estahban. Thirteen of 21 bodies have already been identified as authorities rush to locate the rest of the missing individuals. Floods in Iran have been increasingly common as of lately, however repeated droughts have also been an issue. This constant change in environments is a definite concern for the citizens of affected areas. Several years ago in 2019, a similar flooding situation resulted in 76 people dead and over $2 billion dollars in damage. Scientists claim climate change may have had a significant impact on the severity of the flash flooding and may continue to influence the countries growing concerns. Predictions of worsened heat waves and repet...

FOOT AND MOUTH DISEASE SPREADS FAST THROUGH INDONESIA.  Farmers throughout Australia worry about the health of their livestock as the raging foot and mouth disease spreads across multiple countries. National farming bodies are not keen on the idea to shut the border as an attempt to slow the growth of the disease as that decision affects their trade greatly. Not only is this disease dangerous to cows and livestock, but hand, foot and mouth disease can be contracted by humans. Though it is not usually fatal, it is certainly not something we would want frequent in the community.  Precautions are being taken within travel to and from Australia at the moment with officials requesting that visitors walk over sanitary foot mats as well as regularly clean their footwear. Farmers across Australia have expressed that they are extremely grateful for the recognition the government is showing towards the damage of the disease and appreciate the precautions being taken. Hope for avoidance ...

Pets and children have different needs, to view your household pet as no longer an animal but a human with fur, is a concerning mindset. The pamper culture that is commonly associated with all pets today reaches levels beyond appropriate and sometimes even safe. Balance of time with your pet as well as away from your pet is crucial for the wellbeing of both parties. Giving our pets the princess treatment stops them from being able to properly establish healthy boundaries as well as navigate the hierarchy within the household. If you feel a sense of guilt to leave your pet for short amounts of time you may have developed an extreme sense of attachment towards your pet that is not healthy. This level of attachment is also detrimental for your pet as it will be difficult for the pet to learn how to cope without you, making petsitting, holidays and work-home life much more difficult. 

Reports of Joe Biden's declining health are rapidly increasing. Footage of the US president going to shake the hands of somebody who is not there is circulating the internet. This concerning evidence to his inability to lead an entire nation presents danger for the future of America. It has been commonly mentioned previously that Biden's older age and uncertain health status may impact his ability to properly serve the country, but this new documentation on a frail and weak Biden is certainly not doing him any favours. Many American citizens feel that he is incompetent at the role of president as his age provides him with a strong weakness. "He's fading fast" a quote direct from Kirsty in Texas, who feels this is just another step in the wrong direction.