Significant Events: Major events today include the AFL Grand Final, the passing of actress Maggie Smith, Penny Wong's UN address on Palestine, escalating Middle East tensions, a hurricane in Florida, and the Melbourne Storm's advance to the NRL Grand Finals after defeating the Roosters.
Today is a significant day in Australia with much happening across different spheres. In sports, the Melbourne Cricket Ground will be filled with 100,000 fans for the AFL Grand Final featuring the Lions and Swans. Meanwhile, Dame Maggie Smith, a legendary actress, has passed away at age 89, remembered for roles in ‘Downton Abbey’ and ‘Harry Potter’. In global news, Penny Wong is set to speak at the UN regarding the Palestinian state issue. This comes as tensions escalate in the Middle East, with recent bombings by Israel on Hezbollah. Additionally, a hurricane in Florida has devastated many communities, causing power outages and loss of life. Lastly, local rugby team, the Melbourne Storm, has advanced to the NRL Grand Finals after a strong performance against the Roosters, marking a comeback after some challenging seasons.
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