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‘Knife-edge’: Middle East’s grim predicament
The oil is flowing, the nuclear centrifuges are silent and the terrorists are hiding, but experts have warned the crisis is far from over.
Grim Xmas forecast to hit millions
Millions of Australians across multiple states could face a triple-threat of damaging winds, hail and heavy rain over Christmas Eve.
Driving in Australia will never be the same
Groundbreaking, cutting-edge tech has just been introduced to cars across the country but most Aussies don't even know it exists.
Experts reveal the best phones you can buy in 2025
We have folding phones, ones with incredible cameras, some with truly innovative artificial intelligence and yes, they can all make and receive phone calls. So what you should buy?
Unbelievable Pompeii find stuns historians
Despite it being almost 2000 years since the eruption of Mount Vesuvius devastated the ancient town of Pompeii, there are still new discoveries being made.
Five-star SUV recalled after critical failure
A fault uncovered during crash testing has triggered a nationwide recall of a popular Aussie car yet the family SUV has still been awarded a five-star safety rating.
Why it could snow in Aussie state this year
One Aussie state could be blanketed in a rare Christmas snow while another capital swelters through a scorching 39C festive day, the latest forecasts have revealed.
Wild weekend of ‘severe’ heat, storms loom
Australia is melting today in a heatwave that has the mercury hitting over 40C for some - leading to a dark warning.
Trump’s new ‘very small’ problem
US President Donald Trump has just created a rather small problem for himself that makes no sense at all.
‘Sobering’ Optus triple-0 report released
Three months after its deadly triple-0 outage, Optus has released the details of an independent probe.
Hated Aussie act could cost you $2k fine
A legal expert has warned that this common parking act could cost you a lot more than just a public argument.
‘Film set’: Horrifying deepfake image of Bondi attack victim circling on social media
A Bondi shooting victim has condemned a sick campaign" online using deepfake images to claim the deadly rampage was staged.
Ford pulls the plug on Chris Bowen’s pet EV
It was the car Australia's energy minister claimed would save the world, instead it's been a horrible $29 billion failure.
Why Aussie state could see snow this year
One Aussie state could be blanketed in a rare Christmas snow while another capital swelters through a scorching 39C festive day, the latest forecasts have revealed.
‘World’s first’ airborne automobile finally in production
The world's first flying car is here, boasting both take-off and landing abilities.
The home of the future is here – and it’s watching
Exclusive access to Samsung's South Korean facilities has revealed revolutionary AI appliances that could fundamentally change how Australian households operate within years.
Wild weekend of ‘severe’ heat, storms loom
Australia is facing a weekend of nightmare weather with a combination of extreme heatwaves - which could push temperatures into the 40s - and damaging storms looming.
Aus favourite has a surprising weakness
Drivers of Australia's most wanted small SUV are being warned of an unnerving" weakness that plagues the cult favourite despite its retro charm.
Social media ban defied in two simple words
One of the biggest social platforms on the planet has taken Australia to the High Court over the controversial new ruling, as teens scramble to find loopholes.
‘Deeply sorry’: Optus triple-0 report released
Three months after its deadly triple-0 outage, Optus has released the details of an independent probe.
When to watch Aus meteor shower
Australians will have a rare chance to witness the Geminid meteor shower as it peaks under near-perfect lunar conditions. Here's the best times to watch the spectacular show.
Ford pulls the plug on electric ute
Auto giant takes a painful reset" after demand for battery-powered pick-up crashes.
Chinese EV makes huge ‘Leap’
This European-tuned Chinese built machine promises to shake up the small car establishment in Australian when it hits our roads next year.
Aussie Christmas Day forecasts revealed
Australians are set to bask in hot and sunny conditions this Christmas, according to the latest Christmas Day forecasts across the capitals.
‘Menacing’ ute ‘hunting down’ Aussies
One of Australia's favourite utes has been given a massive overhaul but there are concerns about how far the new changes go.
‘Stand firm’: Aussie court battle with Reddit
Reddit is launching a High Court challenge to the under-16 social media ban, but the federal government says the US tech giant is just trying to protect its profits.
Time magazine names ‘Architects of AI’ as its person of the year for 2025
The issue features a cover story exploring how AI has changed the world over the past year, in sometimes frightening ways".
Drunk Russians delay Ukraine’s Moscow hit
Ukraine's daring Pearl Harbor"-style strike on Moscow's bomber fleet was partially unravelled by a most unlikely rabble of opponents.
Best times to watch Aus meteor shower
Australians will have a rare chance to witness the Geminid meteor shower as it peaks under near-perfect lunar conditions. Here's the best times to watch the spectacular show.
Kid’s tough call on social media ban
The Prime Minister has delivered a warning to kids looking to sidestep the social media ban, just a day after the world-first laws took effect.
Earliest evidence of humans making fire
Scientists have uncovered new evidence of humans deliberately making fire 350,000 years earlier than previous records suggests.
‘Banned driving’ destroys Aus anti-hoon laws
Some of the most outrageous driving ever seen in Australia - that authorities moved to ban - is sending motorist enthusiasts crazy and going bonkers online.
Mum’s touching tribute as teen ban kicks in
A mother who lost her son after he took his life following severe social media bullying has revealed her touching tribute to him, as Australia's new social media ban for kids under 16 kicks in.
‘Stand firm’: Aussie court battle with Reddit
The Albanese government has responded to US tech giant Reddit's High Court challenge to the under-16 social media ban.
Social sites shock call on under-16s ban
A US online platform has made a desperate bid to the High Court to have Australia's under-16s social media ban overturned.
‘Good Lord, we’re screwed’: Hollywood’s horror as AI stars rake in millions
The emergence of fake stars" raking in millions and landing record deals has left A-listers horrified and critics warning that society is in trouble".
Toyota reveals ‘menacing’ new look
Australia's favourite ute now sports fangs instead of a friendly face, proving sometimes the biggest changes are only skin deep.
Hidden catch in kids’ attempt to avoid ban
Aussie teens are already looking for ways to bypass the country's landmark under-16 social media ban after it kicked in. But there's a major catch as authorities warn these companies know" about what's going on.
Time Magazine names ‘Architects of AI’ as its person of the year for 2025
The issue features a cover story exploring how AI has changed the world over the past year, in sometimes frightening ways".
China giant’s ‘cheap’ promise to Aus drivers
This increasingly dominant Chinese car giant is making a big promise to Aussie motorists that is set to transform roads across the country.
Hungover blokes thwart next ‘Pearl Harbour’
Ukraine's daring Pearl Harbor"-style strike on Moscow's bomber fleet was partially unravelled by a most unlikely rabble of opponents.
Australia social media ban: 1 million teen accounts vanish overnight
Potentially up to a million Australian social media accounts have vanished from platforms like X and TikTok - and it's causing waves globally.
Millions on alert for severe weather
Severe thunderstorms which could dump as much as 100mm on millions of Aussies - along with damaging wind gusts and hail - have been forecast over the coming days.
Hero firey died in stunning act of bravery
Tributes have flowed for a veteran NSW firefighter crushed by a fallen tree in a bushfire zone, with his family remembering him as a great father" and loving brother".
‘Just shocking’: Drivers told to check cars now
Aussie motorists have been urged to check a key feature of their cars now, amid claims it could be costing them dearly.
Millions on alert for scorching temp range
Scorching temperatures will meet severe thunderstorms, with Australians warned to brace for wild weather.
Aussie ban ‘biggest cultural change’: PM
Anthony Albanese says the global community is looking at Australia" as the landmark under-16 social media ban kicks in.
China’s cash troubles puts bullseye on Aus
A key part of China's economy is tanking and the superpower has charged Australia with picking up the pieces.
Warning to Aussie teens as ban begins
Children claiming to have circumvented Australia's world-first social media ban have been put on notice.
Telstra’s shock call over triple-0 death
Telstra did not discuss the death of a TPG customer linked to a failed triple-0 call in a meeting with the Communications Minister, a Senate inquiry has been told.
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