Is This Street Art or Vandalism?

BANKSY ARTWORK
A piece of street art is causing quite a stir after officials ordered it to be scrubbed off the walls of a London Court just two days after going up. Right around the world, art in the streets is pretty common. But when it comes to defining what is street art, and what is vandalism, there's a often bit of debate. This mural by anonymous street artist Banksy popped up on the side of London's high court two days ago. Which shows a judge beating a protestor with a gavel. Banksy's known for their controversial art, but authorities were quick to call it an act of criminal damage, and it was quickly covered up by a barricade. Now it looks like this, after being scrubbed off the wall.

BALI FLOODS
Bali has been rocked by flash floods and landslides after days of heavy rain brought down buildings and blocked roads. Local authorities say at least nine people have died, and several people are still missing. Rescue teams have been sent to cities like Denpasar and Kuta, where residents have been evacuating. Severe floods like these are uncommon in the region, and many locals say the events took them by surprise.

RUOK
Today is R U OK day, a reminder that every day is a good day to ask someone how they're doing. It's important to check in on our mates not just today but everyday. Which is why this year's theme for R U OK day is 'ASK R U OK? Any day', because life is full of ups and downs. It's natural to be a bit shy about approaching someone if you notice they aren't themselves, but experts say 9 out of 10 Aussies say they feel grateful and supported when someone asks how they are doing, so just a small question 'like are you ok' can make a big difference. Listening can help a lot because it lets the person know you care about what they have to say. You don't need to have the solution but together you can find ways to help them feel better, like offering to do something together or encouraging them to talk to a teacher or trusted adult.

MARS ROCK
First up, to Mars. Where NASA's Perseverance rover has found rocks in a dry river channel, which scientists say might show signs of ancient microscopic life. Now, scientists have stressed that they need to do a bunch more tests to be sure, but that it was the most compelling evidence yet.

IGUANA
Now to an iguana at Telford Zoo in the UK, which has just hatched 8 babies without a mate. It came as a surprise to the zoo! And it also means the babies are genetic clones of their mother.

HYPERLOOP
And finally, to a company in the Netherlands testing what they reckon could be the future of transport. It's the latest in a series of Hyperloop tests, where capsules are sent flying through depressurised tubes on magnetic rails.

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