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Soaked runners cross the line in City2Surf
Sydney has recorded its wettest August in almost a decade, leaving runners to pound rain-soaked streets in the City2Surf race.
Inside the deadly curse of King Tut’s tomb
A chilling curse" that saw people dying after opening King Tut's tomb has haunted historians for decades. Now, we may finally have the truth.
Racing cops on the road to F1
A young Aussie racer with an F1 dream will take on the police this weekend.
Sydney sets record ahead of major event
Sydney has recorded its wettest August in almost a decade, leaving runners to pound rain-soaked streets in the City2Surf race.
China unveils plan to smash Tesla in Aus
A bold new plan from a new Chinese EV maker will directly undermine Tesla in Australia while addressing buyer concerns about going electric.
Talking pet parrot helps cops bring down huge drug gang
A parrot has helped cops bring down a huge drug gang after it was caught on video repeating a particular phrase.
Fisherman shares gruesome picture after terrifying shark attack
A fisherman has shared a gruesome picture taken moments after a terrifying shark attack that nearly tore his leg off. WARNING: Graphic
Huge lane marking change to Aussie roads
A new cutting edge piece of technology being rolled out on Aussie roads is promising to make driving a whole lot safer.
The year’s best auto bargain?
Enormous power and a long list of features make this one of the most interesting cars on sale.
NZ Air Force carries out daring overnight medical evacuation from Antarctica
The Royal New Zealand Air Force has carried out a challenging midwinter medical evacuation from McMurdo Station in Antarctica.
Japanese giant billion-dollar tariff hit
A raft of US President Donald Trump's new tariffs come into effect today and one industry in particular is bracing for carnage.
Late Queen’s offering from beyond the grave
Almost three years since Queen Elizabeth II died, her estate is making a one-of-a-kind offering.
Aussies don’t want EVs: car giant’s bold claim
An influx of new models, a legendary nameplate and a surprising strategy reveal this huge carmaker's plan to win back Aussies drivers and EVs aren't part of the deal.
Social giants lashed for child sex abuse fail
E-Safety commissioner Julie Inman-Grant has slammed social media giants for turning a blind eye" on child sexual abuse and exploitation.
‘Black moon’ to drift over Aussie skies
A phenomenon which only occurs once every two-and-a-half years will be observable in Australian skies towards the end of August.
The new car Aussies can’t get enough of
This vehicle has surprisingly exploded in popularity with Aussie car buyers this year after previously being largely unseen on our roads.
‘Last resort:’ AI warning before crucial talks
An influential body has urged against over-regulating the new technology that could boost the economy by $116bn over the next decade.
‘Nothing goes to waste’: Aalborg Zoo in Denmark asks owners to donate pets as food for its predators
A Danish zoo sparked fierce backlash after asking people with pets nearing life's end to donate the animals as food for its predators.
Why Hyundai’s boss says it is doing a ‘terrible job’
The boss of one of the world's biggest selling car companies has made a shocking admission as to why Aussies just aren't interested in them.
Jim Acosta slammed for ‘ghoulish’ interview with AI-generated deceased school shooting victim
Former White House correspondent Jim Acosta has been criticised over a creepy" interview with an AI-generated avatar of school shooting victim.
Royal chariot up for sale
The late Queen's custom-built vehicle, featuring secret security modifications and royal upgrades, is expected to fetch a whopping amount at auction.
For cinema on the go, this is hard to beat
For much less than a premium TV, this mighty mini projector beams vibrant, sharp 4K images anywhere you want.
First Nations bid to block Olympic venue
A First Nations group has lodged a last-ditch effort to stop a controversial 63,000-seat Olympic stadium from going ahead due to concerns for a significant" stretch of public land.
The new car Aussies can’t get enough of
Australian car buyers have shattered July sales records as mounting cost pressures drive them toward one particular vehicle.
Elon Musk is set to cash in on Tesla – but there is a catch
Tesla's board has approved a massive deal to keep Elon Musk but there is a catch.
Beloved croc ‘Big John’ found decapitated
A five-metre saltwater crocodile, revered as a local icon", has been found in a disturbing state.
2025 Nissan Ariya prices and details
The EV war in Australia between Tesla and numerous Chinese brands is about to take a turn thanks to an old rival.
‘Let’s make some f***ing money’: The rise of Australia’s social media gambling influencers
An unlikely new brand of influencers" are popping up on social media - and there's a dark truth about why Aussies can't get enough of them.
Why Hyundai’s boss says it is doing a ‘terrible job’
The new boss of an auto giant says it has serious work to do in Australia.
EVs embrace wireless charging
Aussies could be soon charging their cars as easily and effortlessly as they charge their mobile phone, courtesy of game-changing new technology.
Telstra outage affecting thousands of customers in NSW
Telstra customers were unable to make emergency calls after severe weather cut off more than 100,000 services across NSW.
Great Aussie petrol lie exposed
New research has revealed the startling truth just how much your car is costing you at the petrol pump, despite countless claims otherwise.
Incredible sight as snow covers Aussie towns
Snow has blanketed parts of NSW in massive" falls, leaving vehicles stranded and thousands without power.
Elon Musk is set to cash in on Tesla – but there is a catch
Tesla's board has approved a massive deal to keep Musk's focus on cars.
Warning as major dam nears capacity
Authorities have warned that Australia's largest dam could spill within hours, as towns across NSW flood and a woman is missing in floodwaters.
The hybrid delivering more for less
A popular Chinese hybrid SUV has landed in Australia, promising to reset expectations in the family car market although the driving experience can be inconsistent.
Mystery green balls wash up on beach
Months after an epidemic of grease balls" washed up on the NSW coastline, a new mystery has emerged after a woman found dozens of mysterious green balls along another beach.
Urgent search for woman swept up in floods
An urgent search is underway for a woman who was swept away by floodwaters, as rain and snow blanket the nation's east coast.
‘Lunatic policy of Net Zero’: Barnaby Joyce puts UN on blast in New England snow rant
Nationals MP Barnaby Joyce used a rare Aussie snow event to push his campaign against Australia's lunatic policy of net zero".
Warning as major dam nears capacity
Authorities have warned that Australia's largest dam could spill within hours, as towns across NSW flood and a woman is lost in floodwaters.
Shroud of Turin burial cloth was never laid on Jesus’ body but a sculpture, scientists claim
The mystery surrounding one of the world's most famous religious relics may finally be solved, according to new research.
E-bike horror forces state to eye total ban
One state government is mulling over a total ban on e-scooters and e-bikes, in a move that could spread nationwide.
Parts of Australia set for huge soaking
Two low-pressure systems are rapidly building offshore, with some areas warned to prepare for up to 150mm of rain.
Huge problem with buying cars in Australia
For an industry worth $200bn a year, there's not a lot of love out there for us Aussies when it comes to buying a new car.
‘Evacuate now’: Warning as towns flood
Residents in parts of NSW are being warned to evacuate or prepare to isolate amid rising floodwaters, as the search continues for a missing woman.
New hunt for mysterious lost Nazi treasures
Precious works of art, crates of gold and the eighth wonder of the world"; the hunt for lost Nazi treasure is back on in earnest.
2025 Kia Tasman ute review
The new Kia Tasman has an enormous mountain to climb to tackle class leaders in the dual-cab ute class.
‘They asked for that beat down’: Man and woman bashed by mob in horrifying viral footage
Sickening footage of a man and woman being brutally bashed by a mob as onlookers jeer has sparked nationwide outrage. WARNING: Graphic
2025 Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid review
This family-friendly hybrid brings impressive tech at a price to challenge the establishment.
Staggering cost of foreign spies on Australia
Following revelations espionage costs the Australian economy billions a year, the Home Affairs Minister says people need to take personal responsibility.
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