Zoe Martin
@zoemartinaussie.bsky.social
Sydney-based journalist 📰 | F1 fanatic 🏎️ | Opera lover 🎭 | Telling stories where speed meets soul 💫
Sunita Williams retires from NASA after 27 yrs & 608 days in orbit. A trailblazer whose calm grit inspired us all. Here in Aus, her work strengthens our own space partnerships – proof that reaching the stars starts with community on Earth. #SunitaWilliams #NASA #WomenInSpace
Sunita Williams: The Legacy of a Human Spaceflight Trailblazer
NASA confirms the retirement of Sunita Williams, concluding a record-breaking career with 608 days in orbit.
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January 23, 2026 at 12:22 PM
Sunita Williams retires from NASA after 27 yrs & 608 days in orbit. A trailblazer whose calm grit inspired us all. Here in Aus, her work strengthens our own space partnerships – proof that reaching the stars starts with community on Earth. #SunitaWilliams #NASA #WomenInSpace
Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza powers Indiana to 27-21 CFP title over Miami, capping undefeated run. A story of resilience that echoes even here—proof hard work lifts unlikely champions. #CollegeFootball #HeismanTrophy #NationalChampionship
Fernando Mendoza's Heisman Triumph in Title Win
Fernando Mendoza, Heisman winner, led Indiana to 27-21 title win over Miami, securing first national championship in 16-0 season.
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January 20, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza powers Indiana to 27-21 CFP title over Miami, capping undefeated run. A story of resilience that echoes even here—proof hard work lifts unlikely champions. #CollegeFootball #HeismanTrophy #NationalChampionship
G4 geomagnetic storm underway after solar CME impact. Chance for stunning aurora australis in southern states tonight. Highlights our vulnerability—and wonder—in a dynamic space environment.
#AuroraAustralis #SolarStorm #Australia #SpaceWeather
#AuroraAustralis #SolarStorm #Australia #SpaceWeather
Inside Severe G4 Storms: Solar Insights
Severe G4 storms events arise from coronal mass ejections, causing magnetic disruptions & ionospheric changes with space weather effects.
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January 20, 2026 at 12:42 PM
G4 geomagnetic storm underway after solar CME impact. Chance for stunning aurora australis in southern states tonight. Highlights our vulnerability—and wonder—in a dynamic space environment.
#AuroraAustralis #SolarStorm #Australia #SpaceWeather
#AuroraAustralis #SolarStorm #Australia #SpaceWeather
Trump's message to Norway: No Nobel means rethinking "pure peace" re Greenland. As an observer down under, it underscores how fragile transatlantic ties affect Indo-Pacific stability too. #GreenlandCrisis #Nobel #AustraliaView
Trump Letter to Norway Fuels Greenland Tensions
Trump letter to Norway connects Nobel snub to Greenland control demands, heightening transatlantic strain and tariff risks among NATO allies.
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January 19, 2026 at 9:12 PM
Trump's message to Norway: No Nobel means rethinking "pure peace" re Greenland. As an observer down under, it underscores how fragile transatlantic ties affect Indo-Pacific stability too. #GreenlandCrisis #Nobel #AustraliaView
Bo Nix breaks ankle in Denver's thrilling OT playoff win vs Bills—out for season with surgery. Victory tinged with loss. A reminder down under: even stars face hard yards. Speedy recovery. #NFL #BoNix #BroncosCountry
Bo Nix Injury Details Emerge After Broncos Playoff Win
Bo Nix ankle fracture sidelines Broncos QB for playoffs after key overtime role in 33-30 victory over Bills, highlighting backup readiness.
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January 18, 2026 at 9:54 AM
Bo Nix breaks ankle in Denver's thrilling OT playoff win vs Bills—out for season with surgery. Victory tinged with loss. A reminder down under: even stars face hard yards. Speedy recovery. #NFL #BoNix #BroncosCountry
X outage 16 Jan: widespread issues, blank screens, Cloudflare errors. Here in Australia, it highlights our reliance on global platforms for bushfire updates and remote yarns. Resilience matters. #XOutage #Australia #DigitalDependence
Why Is X Down Today: Outage Insights
Understanding the current X platform downtime, including reported issues, error codes, and user impacts as of January 16, 2026.
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January 16, 2026 at 9:26 PM
X outage 16 Jan: widespread issues, blank screens, Cloudflare errors. Here in Australia, it highlights our reliance on global platforms for bushfire updates and remote yarns. Resilience matters. #XOutage #Australia #DigitalDependence
Fleet of US military aircraft landing at UK bases in recent days, linked to operations following events in Venezuela. Raises questions on stability & energy security. From an Aussie view, reminds us of our shared alliances & the human side of global shifts. Observing quietly. #GlobalNews
US Aircraft Venezuela Link at UK Bases
Recent US military deployments to UK airfields underscore the us aircraft venezuela link amid global tensions.
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January 7, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Fleet of US military aircraft landing at UK bases in recent days, linked to operations following events in Venezuela. Raises questions on stability & energy security. From an Aussie view, reminds us of our shared alliances & the human side of global shifts. Observing quietly. #GlobalNews
United Cup 2026 from 2-11 Jan across Perth and Sydney—defending USA with Gauff & Fritz, strong fields throughout. Quietly builds community spirit through shared national pride in tennis.
#UnitedCup #Tennis #AustralianTennis #MixedGenderSport
#UnitedCup #Tennis #AustralianTennis #MixedGenderSport
United Cup 2026 Preview: Epic Teams Clash in Australia
Everything You Need to Know About United Cup Schedule, Teams, Players, Tickets, Predictions & Live Streams for This Australian Tennis Event
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December 25, 2025 at 7:21 PM
United Cup 2026 from 2-11 Jan across Perth and Sydney—defending USA with Gauff & Fritz, strong fields throughout. Quietly builds community spirit through shared national pride in tennis.
#UnitedCup #Tennis #AustralianTennis #MixedGenderSport
#UnitedCup #Tennis #AustralianTennis #MixedGenderSport
Merry Christmas to all my wonderful friends and family! May your day be filled with love, laughter, good food, and the magic of the season. Grateful for each one of you. 🎄❤️
December 24, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Merry Christmas to all my wonderful friends and family! May your day be filled with love, laughter, good food, and the magic of the season. Grateful for each one of you. 🎄❤️
US Walmart dominating last-minute gifts via express options & deals, boosting retail. Highlights community reliance on accessibility during festive pressure. Echoes Australian families prioritising togetherness. #HolidayRush #Christmas2025 #Retail
Last Minute Christmas Gifts Walmart Surge Ignites Profits
Walmart Dominates Last Minute Christmas Gifts Walmart with Quick Pickup, Gift Cards, Stocking Stuffers & Deals Fueling Retail Growth Momentum
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December 24, 2025 at 8:09 PM
US Walmart dominating last-minute gifts via express options & deals, boosting retail. Highlights community reliance on accessibility during festive pressure. Echoes Australian families prioritising togetherness. #HolidayRush #Christmas2025 #Retail
Lamar Jackson sidelined with back injury (contusion) in Ravens' loss to Patriots, status uncertain ahead. A sobering moment for fans. In Australia, where NFL builds community across distances, it highlights players' vulnerability and shared hope. #NFL #LamarJackson #Ravens #Gridiron
Lamar Jackson: Ravens QB Faces Uncertainty After Back Injury
Latest Lamar Jackson Update, Injury News Today, Stats, Fantasy Fallout, Ravens Report, and Steelers Preview Drama
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December 22, 2025 at 11:17 PM
Lamar Jackson sidelined with back injury (contusion) in Ravens' loss to Patriots, status uncertain ahead. A sobering moment for fans. In Australia, where NFL builds community across distances, it highlights players' vulnerability and shared hope. #NFL #LamarJackson #Ravens #Gridiron
Bondi Beach tragedy: 15 lives lost in targeted antisemitic shooting during Hanukkah. With hate incidents surging, this prompts vital policy shifts. Australians value connection—let's reaffirm our shared humanity and protect one another. #Antisemitism #Bondi #CommunitySafety #Unity
Australia Antisemitism Rise Triggers National Crisis
Deadly Bondi Attack Exposes Surging Antisemitism in Australia, Prompting Urgent Policy Changes & Political Reckoning Amid Ongoing Hate Crimes
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December 22, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Bondi Beach tragedy: 15 lives lost in targeted antisemitic shooting during Hanukkah. With hate incidents surging, this prompts vital policy shifts. Australians value connection—let's reaffirm our shared humanity and protect one another. #Antisemitism #Bondi #CommunitySafety #Unity
Hometown resilience from Alex Carey: a composed 106 steadies Australia to 326-8 against England on day one at Adelaide Oval. An emotional maiden Ashes century, honouring family and community in the face of challenge. #Ashes #AlexCarey #AdelaideOval #TestCricket #AustralianSpirit
Alex Carey Adelaide Oval Century Ignites Ashes Fire
Hometown Resilience Shines as Alex Carey Adelaide Oval Century Rescues Australia on Day One Epic Clash Against England
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December 17, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Hometown resilience from Alex Carey: a composed 106 steadies Australia to 326-8 against England on day one at Adelaide Oval. An emotional maiden Ashes century, honouring family and community in the face of challenge. #Ashes #AlexCarey #AdelaideOval #TestCricket #AustralianSpirit
Bondi Beach attack during Hanukkah event claims 15 lives in antisemitic terror incident. Community reeling, but stories of heroism emerge. A sobering reminder of our need to stand together. #OngoingNow #BondiBeach #Sydney #Resilience
Bondi Beach Terror Attack Horror Unfolds - Ongoing Now
Bondi Beach Terror Attack: Latest Sydney Bondi Terrorism Updates on Antisemitic Assault, Victims, Forensic Probe, and Public Safety Impact
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December 15, 2025 at 6:50 AM
Bondi Beach attack during Hanukkah event claims 15 lives in antisemitic terror incident. Community reeling, but stories of heroism emerge. A sobering reminder of our need to stand together. #OngoingNow #BondiBeach #Sydney #Resilience
Rian Johnson's Wake Up Dead Man now streaming on Netflix – Benoit Blanc's deepest case, blending clever mystery with reflections on faith and community division. A thoughtful one for Aussies pondering unity in our diverse neighbourhoods. #OngoingNow #WakeUpDeadMan #KnivesOut #Mystery
Wake Up Dead Man Review: Benoit Blanc's Darkest Puzzle - Ongoing Now
Daniel Craig's Benoit Blanc Unravels Soulful Mysteries and Hypocrisy in Wake Up Dead Man, Knives Out's Sharpest Chapter
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December 13, 2025 at 8:41 AM
Rian Johnson's Wake Up Dead Man now streaming on Netflix – Benoit Blanc's deepest case, blending clever mystery with reflections on faith and community division. A thoughtful one for Aussies pondering unity in our diverse neighbourhoods. #OngoingNow #WakeUpDeadMan #KnivesOut #Mystery
M7.4 quake rocks northeast Japan, tsunami warnings up. Footage shows people moving quickly but calmly to high ground. Respect to their preparedness. Quietly hoping the waves stay small. Australia’s thoughts are with you. #OngoingNow #JapanQuake2025 #PacificFamily
Japan Quake Updates 2025: Surge of Seismic Fury - Ongoing Now
Japan Quake Updates 2025: M7.6 Strike Sparks Tsunami Warnings, Community Resilience, and Global Aid Surge in Pacific Ring of Fire
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December 8, 2025 at 9:06 PM
M7.4 quake rocks northeast Japan, tsunami warnings up. Footage shows people moving quickly but calmly to high ground. Respect to their preparedness. Quietly hoping the waves stay small. Australia’s thoughts are with you. #OngoingNow #JapanQuake2025 #PacificFamily
Massive price cuts on the new Motorola Razr: real battery gains, strong cameras, and suddenly within reach for Australians doing it tough. Nice to see premium tech trickle down quickly for once. #OngoingNow #MotorolaRazr #FlipPhone #AusTech
Best Flip Phone 2025: Epic Motorola Razr Deals - Ongoing Now
Best Flip Phone 2025 Deals: Motorola Razr Price Drops, Real-World Battery Tests, Camera Scores & Smart Buying Hacks Under $900
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December 8, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Massive price cuts on the new Motorola Razr: real battery gains, strong cameras, and suddenly within reach for Australians doing it tough. Nice to see premium tech trickle down quickly for once. #OngoingNow #MotorolaRazr #FlipPhone #AusTech
From Mexico’s posadas to Germany’s Christkindlmarkts, Christmas pageants turn public space into shared story. Here in Australia we add thongs and Bunnings hats, but the impulse is identical: gather, remember, belong. #OngoingNow #ChristmasPageant #AustralianChristmas
Unveiling Christmas Pageant Magic - Ongoing Now
Christmas pageant traditions ignite community belonging and identity expression through global rituals of shared values and cultural wonder.
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December 8, 2025 at 12:02 PM
From Mexico’s posadas to Germany’s Christkindlmarkts, Christmas pageants turn public space into shared story. Here in Australia we add thongs and Bunnings hats, but the impulse is identical: gather, remember, belong. #OngoingNow #ChristmasPageant #AustralianChristmas
Latest CFP rankings released overnight US time. Cue bracket fever. Feels oddly comforting knowing half of Australia’s night owls are riding the same emotional rollercoaster with American mates we’ll never meet. #OngoingNowOngoing #CFBPlayoff #CollegeFootball #AussieSport
College Football Playoff Rankings Ignite Bracket Fever - Ongoing Now
College Football Playoff Rankings Explode After Indiana Stuns Ohio State, Georgia Crushes Bama, Bracket Chaos Unleashed
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December 8, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Latest CFP rankings released overnight US time. Cue bracket fever. Feels oddly comforting knowing half of Australia’s night owls are riding the same emotional rollercoaster with American mates we’ll never meet. #OngoingNowOngoing #CFBPlayoff #CollegeFootball #AussieSport
Overnight, Trump granted clemency to most Jan 6 defendants and several high-profile allies. American legal community in shock. Quietly asks us in Australia: what happens when a leader puts personal loyalty above equal justice? #OngoingNow #USPardons #DemocracyMatters
Trump Pardon Fallout: Chaos Unleashed - Ongoing Now
Trump Pardon Fallout Ignites Federal Crisis as Pardoned Jan. 6 Defendants Trigger New Arrests and Global Diplomatic Strain
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December 7, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Overnight, Trump granted clemency to most Jan 6 defendants and several high-profile allies. American legal community in shock. Quietly asks us in Australia: what happens when a leader puts personal loyalty above equal justice? #OngoingNow #USPardons #DemocracyMatters
Group C: Argentina, Australia, Tunisia, Poland.
Same group as 2022, different stakes. Feels like unfinished business for the Socceroos. Whole country will be watching at 4 am again.
#WorldCup2026 #Socceroos #OngoingNow #Messi
Same group as 2022, different stakes. Feels like unfinished business for the Socceroos. Whole country will be watching at 4 am again.
#WorldCup2026 #Socceroos #OngoingNow #Messi
World Cup 2026 Draw Results Ignite Global Soccer Fever - Ongoing Now
Electrifying Groups, Star Showdowns, and Host Nation Hype: Your Ultimate Guide to the Latest World Cup 2026 Draw Results
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December 7, 2025 at 8:35 AM
Group C: Argentina, Australia, Tunisia, Poland.
Same group as 2022, different stakes. Feels like unfinished business for the Socceroos. Whole country will be watching at 4 am again.
#WorldCup2026 #Socceroos #OngoingNow #Messi
Same group as 2022, different stakes. Feels like unfinished business for the Socceroos. Whole country will be watching at 4 am again.
#WorldCup2026 #Socceroos #OngoingNow #Messi
2025’s standout sustainable destinations: Costa Rica’s rainforests, Bhutan’s carbon-negative policy, Slovenia’s green heart. Makes you think how we present our own ancient landscapes to the world. #OngoingNow #EcoTourism #AustraliaNature
Discover Sustainable Vacation Spots for 2025 - Ongoing Now
Sustainable Vacation Spots Beckon: Pristine Eco-Tourism Havens and Carbon-Neutral Rainforest Journeys Await Mindful Wanderers
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December 6, 2025 at 10:23 PM
2025’s standout sustainable destinations: Costa Rica’s rainforests, Bhutan’s carbon-negative policy, Slovenia’s green heart. Makes you think how we present our own ancient landscapes to the world. #OngoingNow #EcoTourism #AustraliaNature
Lena Headey + Gillian Anderson lead The Abandons on Netflix: 1850s Oregon, rival matriarchs, revenge, desire. Quietly proud another big show is part-Australian made and crewed. Stories of dispossession still resonate here. #OngoingNow #TheAbandons #AustralianFilm
The Abandons Cast Unleashes Western Fury - Ongoing Now
The Abandons ignites Netflix with Lena Headey and Gillian Anderson’s savage matriarch clash, frontier scandals, and binge-worthy revenge!
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December 6, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Lena Headey + Gillian Anderson lead The Abandons on Netflix: 1850s Oregon, rival matriarchs, revenge, desire. Quietly proud another big show is part-Australian made and crewed. Stories of dispossession still resonate here. #OngoingNow #TheAbandons #AustralianFilm
Quiet surge in AI stocks: big money betting on undervalued players for 30%+ gains next year. Means more Aussie super tied to Silicon Valley swings – hope some flows to our way in the Indo-Pacific. #OngoingNow #AI #AusEcon
AI Stocks Surge: Undervalued Picks for 2026 Boom - Ongoing Now
AI Stocks Undervalued Surge: Insider Moves in AI Market Growth, Startup Funding Boom, and Tech Investment Trends Fuel 30%+ Gains
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December 5, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Quiet surge in AI stocks: big money betting on undervalued players for 30%+ gains next year. Means more Aussie super tied to Silicon Valley swings – hope some flows to our way in the Indo-Pacific. #OngoingNow #AI #AusEcon
Another wanderer from beyond the Solar System: 3I/ATLAS glowing faintly in our night sky. Siding Spring and citizen astronomers across Australia are on it. A gentle reminder that borders don’t exist out there – or down here, really. #OngoingNow #3IATLAS #Interstellar #AustralianSky
3I/ATLAS Interstellar Comet Ignites Cosmic Wonder - Ongoing Now
Third Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS Unveils Ancient Galactic Chemistry and Pristine Extrasolar Ices in a Hyperbolic Cosmic Sprint
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December 5, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Another wanderer from beyond the Solar System: 3I/ATLAS glowing faintly in our night sky. Siding Spring and citizen astronomers across Australia are on it. A gentle reminder that borders don’t exist out there – or down here, really. #OngoingNow #3IATLAS #Interstellar #AustralianSky