Tag: October


  • Stay Alert: Breast Screenings Save Lives in Canberra

    Stay Alert: Breast Screenings Save Lives in Canberra

    Why Breast Screenings Matter October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time when communities rally to highlight the importance of early detection. For Canberrans, a free breast screen with BreastScreen ACT offers a simple, proven way to protect health and save lives. Regular screening can detect cancers before symptoms appear, increasing treatment options and improving…

  • Time, Screens and Stress: Ireland Reveals Barriers to Mental Wellbeing in a Busy World

    Time, Screens and Stress: Ireland Reveals Barriers to Mental Wellbeing in a Busy World

    Ireland’s Quiet Crisis: Barriers to Mental Wellbeing in a Busy Nation A new national survey from Mental Health Ireland shines a light on the everyday hurdles that hinder mental wellbeing across Ireland. The report, released as part of Mental Health Month 2025, reveals that nearly one in five people do nothing each week to support…

  • Hundreds Rescued Near Mount Everest After Blizzard

    Hundreds Rescued Near Mount Everest After Blizzard

    Overview of the Rescue Operation A large-scale rescue effort unfolded near Mount Everest after an unusually severe blizzard trapped hundreds of trekkers in the Tibetan stretch of the Himalayas. State media reported that rescuers guided approximately 350 trekkers to the small town of Qudang, once access to their campsites was cleared. An additional group exceeding…

  • October Orionids Meteor Shower: A Perfect Night Sky Family Experience

    October Orionids Meteor Shower: A Perfect Night Sky Family Experience

    What are the Orionids? The Orionids are a captivating meteor shower that lights up autumn skies each year. They originate from debris shed by Halley’s Comet as it orbits the Sun, creating bright streaks as tiny particles streak through Earth’s atmosphere. When to watch In October, stargazers can catch Orionids from October 2 to November…

  • October Orionids Meteor Shower: An Ideal Night Sky Viewing

    October Orionids Meteor Shower: An Ideal Night Sky Viewing

    What are the Orionids? The Orionids meteor shower is a spectacular autumn display formed from debris shed by Halley’s Comet. Each October, tiny grains of space rock ignite the atmosphere as they streak across the sky, creating a curtain of light that enthusiasts—families and curious skywatchers alike—can enjoy from dark, clear locations. When to watch…

  • Mark Your Calendar: October Orionids Meteor Shower

    Mark Your Calendar: October Orionids Meteor Shower

    What are the Orionids? If you’re looking for a relaxing night under the stars with family and friends, October offers a prime chance to witness the Orionids meteor shower. This celestial display is caused by debris shed by Halley’s Comet, streaming across our atmosphere as bright, fast-moving streaks. The radiant—where the meteors appear to originate—lies…

  • End of Habagat in October: PAGASA Forecast and What It Means for Philippine Weather

    End of Habagat in October: PAGASA Forecast and What It Means for Philippine Weather

    PAGASA forecast: Habagat weakens, signaling monsoon shift The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) announced on Monday, September 29, that the southwest monsoon, locally known as habagat, is expected to weaken in the coming weeks. This gradual decline points to a transition toward the northeast monsoon, or amihan, which typically dominates the late-year…