Morning PostSydney Wednesday, 27 May 2026 • Issue #695 |
Fog clearing to showers, increasing later ☀️ UV 3.1 • 🌅 Sunset 4:56 PM |
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Good morning. Vivid has cancelled its drone performances after dozens plunged into Darling Harbour, while women linked to Islamic State have arrived back in Australia under tight security. — Nathan, Editor |
At a Glance 📰 Dozens of Vivid drones crash into harbour 📍 TORTOISE (USA) 2026 TOUR + 3 more events 💪 Health & Wellness: Sitting Less Matters More Than Moving More 🕰️ On this day in 1967: Australians voted overwhelmingly 'Yes' in a referendum to count... |
Today's Sydney Vivid has suspended its drone performances after 89 aircraft malfunctioned and fell into Darling Harbour on Monday night. Organisers cited technical problems, with four shows now cancelled. via The Guardian SydneyTwo flights carrying women and children connected to Islamic State have touched down in Sydney and Melbourne. The returnees were escorted from the airport by security personnel on Tuesday. via ABC SydneyA fresh production opening in Sydney follows a Tamil migrant navigating corporate life while fantasising about an alter ego as an actor and online creator. via Sydney Morning Herald🔒 paywall |
Around Australia A government backbencher has publicly called for cuts to fossil fuel tax concessions following leaked documents about BHP's climate strategy. via The Guardian AustraliaExperts are urging caution for Australians eyeing New Zealand real estate after the federal budget. via SBS News |
Around the World |
What’s On: Music 🎵 Oxford Art Factory, SydneyWed 27 May, 19:00 Chicago's legendary post-rock pioneers bring their mesmerising instrumental jazz-infused soundscapes to an intimate Oxford Art Factory show. Oxford Art Factory, SydneyFri 29 May, 19:00 Melbourne's soul-funk collective delivers a groove-filled Friday night at this cosy venue. State Theatre, SydneyFri 29 May, 19:30 An elegant evening of ballroom dancing and live music at the magnificent State Theatre. Sydney Opera House - Concert HallThu 4 Jun, 19:00 Britain's beloved tenor performs show tunes and classics in the iconic Concert Hall. Got an event to share? Let us know → |
Health & Wellness Every Wednesday we share a tip for living well. Sitting Less Matters More Than Moving MoreBreaking up long periods of sitting every 30 minutes can lower blood sugar and improve circulation, even if you're already exercising regularly. Simple solutions work best: stand during phone calls, do a lap of the house during ad breaks, or set a timer to remind yourself to move. The Australian guidelines now emphasise reducing sedentary time as much as increasing activity. Source: Australian Department of Health and Aged Care 📊 Today's Poll Do you set reminders to get up and move during the day? YesI should start📊 Yesterday's Poll Is the Harbour Bridge climb worth doing at least once? Absolutely led with 72% |
Daily Brainteaser 🧩 In a drawer are 10 black socks and 10 white socks all mixed up. What's the minimum number of socks you must pull out in the dark to guarantee a matching pair?Answer revealed at the bottom of today's edition. |
Daily Games 🧠 Today's Featured Game Trivia Sport · 7 questions · ~2 min In cricket, what name is given to the fielding position located directly behind the batsman on the off side? | A) Silly mid-off | | B) Gully | | C) Third man | | D) Point |
Yesterday: 🧠 140 played · 💡 86 played · ✏️ 100 played |
On This Day Anniversary of • Australians voted overwhelmingly 'Yes' in a referendum to count Aboriginal people in the census and allow federal laws for Indigenous Australians. (1967) • The Chrysler Building opened in New York City as the world's tallest building, though it held the title for less than a year. (1930) • The Australian High Court ruled in the Hindmarsh Island Bridge case, finding the federal Heritage Protection Act had been misused. (1998) • The German battleship Bismarck was sunk by the Royal Navy in the Atlantic Ocean after a dramatic chase. (1941) 🎂 Born on this day: British actor Christopher Lee (1922), American horror film actor Vincent Price (1911), and English footballer Paul Gascoigne (1967). |
Brainteaser Answer
Three socks. You can only have two different colours, so the third sock must match one of the first two. |
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