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Seven spooked cavalry horses career down London street covered in blood
Four people have been injured after seven spooked cavalry horses ran through central London, with one covered in blood.
Warnings of an ‘apocalyptic situation’ with Israel’s ground invasion of Rafah imminent
Satellite photos have revealed a glimpse into the next step in the ongoing war in Gaza, with a mounting catastrophe looming.
Cops launch hunt for TV start
Police are hunting a former TV star after he allegedly failed to show for court and they're calling on the public to help them catch the runaway.
‘Diabolical’ risk AI poses to our kids
Extremists, scammers and child abusers alike are exploiting artificial intelligence for harm, making diabolic' imaginary scenarios a reality.
TikTok ban is now almost inevitable as US passes new law
The United States government has thrown down the gauntlet to wildly popular Chinese-owned social media app TikTok.
New Tesla Model 3 offers unbelievable performance
The American electric car pioneer is under siege from a wave of rival performance EVs but its latest model could set them back on their heels.
Wintry blast to smash millions
A cold front is set to blast through much of Australia this week, with millions waking up for Anzac Day dawn services likely to feel the bite.
Spies, cops back in social media crackdown
As social media giants come under the microscope, Australia is actively considering one thing to protect kids online - and our top cop and spy boss have weighed in.
‘Utter contempt’: Elon Musk goes to war with Australian government over violent content
Elon Musk has stepped up his war of words with the Australian government, reacting to one Senator's call for him to be jailed".
‘Disgrace’: Meta slammed by top cop
Social media giants are being put under the microscope amid growing calls for them to co-operate with Australia's intelligence and law-enforcement agencies.
Huge tech change for 20 million Aussies as Meta AI rolled out
Artificial intelligence is being rolled out across the suite of Meta apps that are used by millions of Australians every day.
Why the new Porsche Macan represents a huge gamble
In a sign of the times, this major car maker has taken a big gamble with its best selling SUV. It remains to be seen whether current owners will jump on board.
‘Safe room for terrorists’: Tech giants slammed
Big tech companies aren't doing enough to stop terrorists and extremists spreading dangerous content on their platforms, the nation's top spy says.
Elon Musk brutally mocks Australian PM as bitter fight over content on X heats up
The independent senator bid farewell to her 70k social media followers after Elon Musk came after the Prime Minister.
You can buy an electric ute but you won’t believe the price
Tradies wanting to do their bit for the environment can now order Ford's F-150 Lightning pick-up. But they'll need to have extremely deep pockets.
Southern China storms kill four, force mass evacuations
Four people are dead and 10 others missing following storms and floods that have forced more than 100,000 civilians from their homes.
Lekker's Jordaan GTS eBike review: ‘Sell your car and buy this instead’
There's a big trend sweeping my suburb - parents using eBikes. So I tried out Lekker's Jordaan GTS and it was a hit with my daughters.
Rich Lister Sarina Russo roasted after telling Aussies to ‘get a job
One of Australia's richest women has been slammed online after posting a video giving Australians life advice.
Australia in legal victory against Musk’s X
Elon Musk's X has been ordered to temporarily hide stabbing videos, but their battle will return to the Federal Court within days.
Father’s heartbreak after Taipan disaster
The father of one of four Australian service personnel lost in the catastrophic Taipan helicopter crash has spoken out and is asking one simple question.
‘Kind-hearted’ boy killed by croc
The 16-year-old boy who died after being attacked by a crocodile has been remembered as a very humble, kind-hearted young lad".
Major changes to popular maps app
Aussies will be encouraged to take the most fuel-efficient route next time they plug in an address in this maps app.
‘Most dangerous period’: Ominous world prediction comes true
In June 2023, security experts made an ominous prediction about the world and, terrifyingly, it looks as though it's coming true. Warning: Distressing.
‘Surprise’: Move that left Bluey fans in shock
Fans of the beloved Bluey were left asking What in the Taylor Swift is this?" after a secret episode was released.
‘Narcissistic’: MPss fury at Musk
Tech giants have been urged to do more to remove violent content off their platforms in the fallout of two horrific stabbing incidents.
Musk’s fury over church stabbing take-down
Elon Musk has blasted the online watchdog over claims an order to remove content related to the Sydney church stabbing was unlawful and dangerous'.
Driving the latest Mercedes convertible
Soft-tops, cabriolets, roadsters and spyders all brighten up even the cloudiest of days but are now at risk of extinction. We drive one of the latest to see what they offer in a world of SUVs.
Sydney woman wins battle after Uber banned her over first name
A woman shares how she was suddenly banned on the Uber app for her name.
Social giants under fire over Bondi attack
Leaders are blaming social media companies for a surge in false and harmful information in the aftermath of one of the deadliest mass killings in the nation's history.
Donkey Kong guru sues over cheat claim
An American gamer and former arcade world record holder is suing an Australian YouTuber over cheating allegations.
Driving the 1.9-litre Isuzu MU-X
Rising fuel costs are biting folks who drive big cars. This full-sized family wagon brings a classic solution to the problem.
Right-wing commentator Kobie Thatcher brands Bondi massacre reflection day ‘virtue signalling’
A conservative commentator has been blasted as despicable" after mocking the Bondi Westfield massacre memorial virtue signalling".
Disinformation ‘disaster’ for our kids
The Morning Show joins forces with Kids News, launching the 2024 Junior Journo Newsroom to rally the nation's cub reporters as spiralling disinformation puts national curriculum to the test.
One thing in the works in online war
As social media giants come under the microscope, Australia is actively considering one thing to protect kids online.
Truth behind outrageous viral photo
The truth behind an alleged shoplifting photo has been revealed after it sparked outrage on social media.
Expecting a baby? Time to upgrade the car.
Not everyone needs a hulking seven-seat SUV to transport the clan. There are some more compact options that still have enough room for growing kids.
Homeowners urged to be vigilant for scams after ‘shocking’ data breach at major smoke alarm provider
A shocking" three-month oversight by a major Aussie company has put hundreds of thousands of people at risk of being targeted by criminals.
Urgent plea to stop $22bn hit to Aussies
An invasive species first discovered in 2001 has dodged eradication and now it could strip $22bn from Australia by the 2040s.
‘Ghost sharks’ key to Aussie defence
The stealthy undersea robots will soon be deployed in Australia's bid to bolster our defence forces.
‘Megalomaniac’: Australia’s fresh swipe at Musk
A bitter spat between Elon Musk's X and the eSafety commissioner has led to calls for social media to face tougher regulation.
Honda confirms new Accord for Australia
This car was once a popular choice for Australian families but lost favour as buyers flocked to SUVs. The brand hopes a new model will turn the tide.
‘Coercive’: Australia’s landmark China move
Australia unveiled a stragey with a new focus on deterring China's coercive tactics" in a region seen as lurching towards conflict.
‘Safe room for terrorists’: Tech giants slammed
Big tech companies aren't doing enough to stop terrorists and extremists spreading dangerous content on their platforms, the nation's top spy has warned.
Elon Musk brutally mocks Australian PM as bitter fight over content on X heats up
Billionaire Elon Musk has fired a new salvo at the Australian government as his feud over the censorship of content continues.
Albo ramps up attack on ‘arrogant’ Musk
The Prime Minister and the tech billionaire have traded barbs as a fight over social media platform X escalates.
Summer of El Nino declared over
Aussies can breathe a sigh of relief as the Bureau of Meteorology declares El Nino has officially ended. Here's why.
Police invite car lovers to race cops
Police are calling for entries to an annual charity fundraiser that puts driving skills to the test for a good cause.
Vodafone customers unable to make calls
Vodafone customers across the country experienced difficulties in making and receiving calls on Tuesday.
‘You need to leave’: Confrontation at dog shelter ‘You need to leave’: Confrontation at dog shelter
An Aussie family was left in shock when the shelter from which they'd adopted a rescue dog suddenly ripped him away.
Why is everyone buying Teslas?
Mainstream carmakers have unleashed a stream of new electric vehicles in the past year, some with relatively attractive prices. But it's wise to look a little closer.
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