#Whatstrending – November 27, 2015
The ARIA awards, Bindi Irwin, and condoms! The Newsroom recaps what’s been happening in the world of social media.
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Magnussen back in the pool after shoulder surgery
Two time Australian 100-metre freestyle swimming champion James Magnussen will be back at full competitive standard in time for the April Olympic trials following successful shoulder surgery.
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Police and supporters walk for White Ribbon Day
The Newsroom attended the NSW Police Force’s White Ribbon Day walk in Lakemba this week.
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Simona Halep ready for Brisbane debut
The Brisbane International have secured their third top five women’s player with Simona Halep, who confirmed she will be competing in January’s tournament.
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News in brief – South Australian bushfires easing
The threat of South Australia’s bushfire has eased overnight, being reduced from ‘watch and act’ to ‘advice’ level.
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Stars slam gender inequality, ageism at the 2015 ARIA Awards
The 2015 ARIA awards not only highlighted the efforts of our most celebrated Australian musicians last night, but helped express important social issues.
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Soccer soars as most popular kids’ sport
Soccer has taken over from swimming as the most popular sporting activity among Australian kids, according to a recent survey.
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Australians all – reclaim your dignity, please!
This is a message for all of those who took part in any Reclaim Australia rallies this year: Stop it. You’re embarrassing yourselves.
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Ali al-Nimr at risk of imminent execution
Saudi authorities are reportedly planning to execute dozens of people in a single day, including young Shia activist Ali al-Nimr.
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