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Time of India
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Who is Lauren Tomasi, the Australian journalist who was shot while reporting from LA
Source: X Australian journalist Lauren Tomasi, the U.S. Correspondent for Nine News, was struck by a rubber bullet while covering riots in Los Angeles on Sunday. The dramatic moment was captured on camera as Tomasi cried out in pain after being hit in the leg, reportedly by a police officer aiming in the direction of her and her cameraman. Despite the injury, Tomasi remained composed, quickly assuring a bystander, 'I'm good,' before moving away from the scene. Nine News later confirmed that she was left 'sore but otherwise unharmed.' Tomasi, undeterred, continued reporting live from the volatile protest zone, sharing updates from the ground as police deployed flash-bang grenades and tried to disperse crowds. Who is Lauren Tomasi? Lauren Tomasi is an accomplished Australian journalist currently serving as the United States Correspondent for Nine News, based in Los Angeles. She's known for her versatility—just as comfortable reporting from political trials and riots as she is covering red carpets and celebrity interviews. Lauren began her media career as a snow reporter in the NSW ski fields before transitioning into newsroom roles at 9News Sydney, where she covered major national and international stories. Credit: X/@Lauren Tomasi She holds a journalism degree from the University of New South Wales and spent a year abroad in Colorado, USA, gaining experience as a newsreader for a local radio station—a key moment that laid the foundation for her future as a foreign correspondent. Covering news and entertainment Since becoming the network's U.S. correspondent, Tomasi has covered major global events including: Donald Trump's trial and even the Grammy. She's interviewed some of Hollywood's biggest names, such as Kevin Costner, Margot Robbie, Ryan Reynolds, John Krasinski, and Peter Dinklage. Her dual focus on hard news and entertainment has made her one of Nine News' most dynamic reporters. As for personal life, Lauren is married to Rohan Chapman-Davies, an Australian freestyle skier who competed in the 2018 Winter Olympics. They reportedly married in a picturesque outdoor ceremony in Tuscany, Italy, on June 1, 2024. ReplyReply allForward
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Yahoo
Man Allegedly Tries to Climb Aboard Docked Cruise Ship Using Mooring Ropes
A 29-year-old man was arrested and charged after climbing onto a cruise ship in Australia He was charged with three offenses and is due in court next month The person's identity was not publicly revealedA man was arrested in Sydney, Australia, over the weekend after video footage showed him allegedly attempting to climb a docked cruise ship using mooring ropes. In a statement to PEOPLE, the New South Wales Police Force did not identify the 29-year-old individual, but confirmed the incident happened at the overseas passenger terminal at The Rocks about 3 p.m. local time on Saturday, May 17. Video obtained by 9 News Sydney showed the man dangling from the vessel in broad daylight as onlookers walked by. The boat was the Carnival Adventure cruise ship at Circular Quay, 9 News reports. 'Tom notgoingtocruise,' one person quipped in the comment section. Another added, 'A normal day in Sydney.' However, the situation was no laughing matter for the police. When police arrived, they found the man "suspended over the water from the mooring line." After the line was lowered into a police boat, the man was taken to Day Street Police Station. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. According to New South Wales police, the man was charged with three offenses: entering a cleared zone when not screened and cleared; entering a land-side restricted zone when not authorized; and entering a water-side restricted zone when not authorized. Carnival declined to comment on the situation as it was a "law enforcement matter." Authorities did not share a motive for the man's actions. He was granted conditional bail and is scheduled to appear in Downing Centre Local Court on June 11. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Yahoo
Man Allegedly Tries to Climb Aboard Docked Cruise Ship Using Mooring Ropes
A 29-year-old man was arrested and charged after climbing onto a cruise ship in Australia He was charged with three offenses and is due in court next month The person's identity was not publicly revealedA man was arrested in Sydney, Australia, over the weekend after video footage showed him allegedly attempting to climb a docked cruise ship using mooring ropes. In a statement to PEOPLE, the New South Wales Police Force did not identify the 29-year-old individual, but confirmed the incident happened at the overseas passenger terminal at The Rocks about 3 p.m. local time on Saturday, May 17. Video obtained by 9 News Sydney showed the man dangling from the vessel in broad daylight as onlookers walked by. The boat was the Carnival Adventure cruise ship at Circular Quay, 9 News reports. 'Tom notgoingtocruise,' one person quipped in the comment section. Another added, 'A normal day in Sydney.' However, the situation was no laughing matter for the police. When police arrived, they found the man "suspended over the water from the mooring line." After the line was lowered into a police boat, the man was taken to Day Street Police Station. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. According to New South Wales police, the man was charged with three offenses: entering a cleared zone when not screened and cleared; entering a land-side restricted zone when not authorized; and entering a water-side restricted zone when not authorized. Carnival declined to comment on the situation as it was a "law enforcement matter." Authorities did not share a motive for the man's actions. He was granted conditional bail and is scheduled to appear in Downing Centre Local Court on June 11. Read the original article on People
USA Today
19-05-2025
- USA Today
Watch: Man arrested after allegedly trying to climb onto cruise ship in Sydney
Watch: Man arrested after allegedly trying to climb onto cruise ship in Sydney Show Caption Hide Caption Top three travel trends for summer 2025 Airbnb shares data behind the top summer destinations and motivators for 2025. A man was arrested after allegedly trying to climb onto a cruise ship over the weekend. Law enforcement responded to reports of the incident at the overseas passenger terminal at The Rocks, a historic area in Sydney, Australia, around 3 p.m. local time on May 17, according to the New South Wales Police Force. 'On arrival, officers attached to Marine Area Command found the man suspended over the water from the mooring line,' police told USA TODAY in an emailed statement. The 29-year-old was arrested after the line was lowered onto a police boat. He is charged with entering a 'cleared zone when not screened and cleared' and entering restricted land-side and water-side zones without authorization, police said. Authorities did not name the suspect. Cruise ship climb at Circular Quay Cameras have caught the terrifying moment a man tries to climb the Carnival Adventure cruise ship at Circular Quay. More details at 6pm on #9News. Posted by 9 News Sydney on Friday, May 16, 2025 Video footage published by 9 News Sydney appears to show the man hanging onto one rope with his foot on another between the port and the Carnival Adventure ship while people look on. The ship – formerly Pacific Adventure – joined the Carnival Cruise Line fleet after parent company Carnival Corp. folded P&O Cruises Australia into the brand in March. Carnival referred USA TODAY's request for comment to police. Police declined to confirm the ship's name. Nathan Diller is a consumer travel reporter for USA TODAY based in Nashville. You can reach him at ndiller@
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Hair-raising video captures massive snake slithering near busy boat ramp: 'It's taking itself on quite the adventure'
Australia is well-known for its wild animals, but locals were stunned by the appearance of one particular snake on the loose near Sydney. Local station 9 News Sydney shared a video showing a large red-tailed boa constrictor near a boat launch in the Sylvania area. "These snakes are native to Brazil," the reporter shared. "So the assumption is this was someone's pet, it's gotten loose, and now it's taking itself on quite the adventure." The news report added that the species isn't known to be aggressive and is actually considered "quite docile." But its constricting abilities can be dangerous, and people were warned to keep their distance and contact authorities if they spot the creature. As the coverage from 9 News mentioned, the boa constrictor poses a threat to Australia's biosecurity. It is also illegal to own the animal as a pet in the country as a matter of protecting native species and local ecosystems, ABC News Australia explained. The Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry has also described the economic significance of maintaining biosecurity — a term that generally refers to policies and procedures intended to safeguard humans, animals, food, agriculture, and the environment from potential biological dangers. "Our biosecurity system protects agriculture, forestry and fisheries export industries worth $51 billion; a tourism sector worth $50 billion; environmental assets worth more than $5.7 trillion; and more than 1.6 million jobs," the DAFF explains. The department also notes that maintaining a healthy environment allows for better protection of the culture "of our wider community and First Nations people." The red-tailed boa constrictor in this case posed the risk of becoming an invasive predator and throwing the local ecosystem out of balance. It also posed the risk of bringing illness, such as the fatal inclusion body disease, to native snake populations, according to ABC News Australia. A few days after the snake was first spotted, ABC News Australia reported that it was successfully captured by Shire Snake Wranglers, a company licensed to handle snakes. More broadly, Australia has the country's Biosecurity Act 2015 to help back efforts to protect both native and non-native species from potentially harmful situations. Should the government be paying people to hunt invasive species? Definitely Depends on the animal No way Just let people do it for free Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Meanwhile, last year, a joint initiative from DAFF and CSIRO, Australia's national science agency, launched the Catalysing Australia's Biodiversity project to invest $55 million over six years in continuing to innovate biosecurity measures. This came on top of the $1 billion already committed to the cause. In addition to formal efforts to prevent animal trafficking and the spread of invasive species, awareness campaigns to educate the public about the many hazards of selling and buying animals outside the law may be helpful in supporting a culture shift away from owning exotic but illegal pets — including those with the potential to escape into local habitats. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
