Squiz Kids Stinky whales and corpse flowers; Paris church bells ring again; AFLW semis are on; and the ghost Halloween parade.
Nov 13, 2024
Discover the unique corpse flower in Australia, known for its overpowering smell, attracting curious crowds. In Azerbaijan, artists draw attention to climate issues with a giant, stinky dead whale sculpture. Notre Dame Cathedral is set to reopen with three new bells, including one rung by Olympic champions! Get ready for an action-packed AFLW semi-finals weekend featuring top teams. Meanwhile, Dublin's ghost Halloween parade turns into a hilarious hoax thanks to TikTok, highlighting the need for media literacy.
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Corpse Flower
- Crowds in Geelong flocked to the Botanic Gardens to experience the rare blooming of a corpse flower.
- This unusual plant blooms only once every 10 years and emits a pungent odor.
Smelly Whale Art
- Artists in Azerbaijan created a giant, smelly model of a dead whale filled with rotting fish.
- This art installation aims to raise awareness about environmental protection during the COP29 climate talks.
Notre Dame Bells
- Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris will reopen soon after a devastating fire in 2019.
- Three new bells, including one rung by Olympic gold medalists, will mark the cathedral's restoration.