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Report confirms Apple world domination
After 14 years at war, Apple has finally regained its old position against an old rival.
‘Toughest ever ute’ muscles into Aus
Australia has a new super' ute aiming to take the mantle as the country's toughest and remind us that not all cars are here to save the planet.
‘Dark places’: Senator’s social ban fears
Australia's world-first social media laws are missing a crucial element that could be leaving children in harm's way, a Greens senator says.
Aussies warned amid deadly storm chaos
A vicious storm has ripped the roof off a home and destroyed a shed at the Warwick Turf Club, as wild weather continues along the east coast.
'Double-edged sword': The rise of homemade AI
The latest AI revolution happening in bedrooms and home offices allows complete privacy - but experts warn it's creating a Wild West for illegal content generation.
Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt accused of rape, surveillance by ex-mistress
The ex-mistress of former Google CEO Eric Schmidt has accused him of sexual assault and spying on her with hidden cameras in a bombshell lawsuit.
‘They don’t want it’: Musk’s ‘crazy’ AI ignored
A furious Elon Musk has blasted his tech rivals after admitting none of them want anything to do with one of his leading AI developments.
‘Scares me’: Move against social media ban
A couple of 15-year-olds are trying to derail Australia's looming social media ban by taking their fight to the High Court.
‘Foreign occupation’: Drew Pavlou blocked protesting CCP official by Queensland Police ‘liaison officers’
An anti-CCP activist has been confronted by Queensland Police liaison officers" while trying to protest a visit by Xi Jinping's right-hand man" in Brisbane.
Aussies warned amid deadly storm chaos
Deadly storms have caused carnage across one state, with Aussies being warned more wild weather is on the way today.
‘Answer is yes’: Bowen’s bold power bill vow
Energy Minister Chris Bowen has insisted renewables will cut power bills despite his Coalition counterpart saying energy costs would rise whoever was in government.
New push to get Boomers off Aussie roads
A new study has exposed a shocking confidence crisis' on our roads as older drivers face calls to quit as the number of fatal crashes skyrocket.
Optus rocked by another major outage
Optus has blamed vandalism for its latest network failure affecting 14,000 Melbourne customers.
One dead after freak storms sweep NSW
Severe storms have claimed the life of a 76-year-old man on the Central Coast, while Sydney's train network faces major disruptions from the dangerous weather.
Revealed: Iconic ute with Aus ‘beast’ upgrade
This global carmaker's latest beast' proves that in Australia's ute wars, even iconic brands are willing to share their biggest rival's hardware.
First Aussie state to get digital birth certificates
One group of Australians will soon have access for the first time to a digital birth certificate on their mobile phone.
Optus rocked by another major outage
A Liberal MP has lashed Optus after an outage that left 14,000 Australians unable to ring triple-0, saying it is unacceptable".
‘You are right’: Huge power bill admission
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley's deputy has made a stunning admission on a key issue affecting all Australians.
One dead after freak storms sweep NSW
A man has died after being struck by a tree during a series of brutal storms across NSW that left a path of destruction.
Chinese EV that’s worrying the big carmakers
This Chinese carmaker's latest hybrid SUV proves the brand has evolved into a serious competitor.
Monster 250km hailstorm to smash Sydney
Wild images have captured the extent of a brutal storm that pelted Sydney with large hail, damaging winds and heavy rain.
Car giant plans bold Ferrari takeover
An unexpected brand is planning to challenge the world's best with a machine that could reshape the motoring landscape forever.
The secret plan to fight deadly EV fires: a big bucket
An EV bath that sits abandoned on an Aussie motorway has unveiled a secret government deal that no one wants to talk about.
‘It’s real’: Aussie-made hydrogen flying machine
An Aussie company's revolutionary aircraft that takes off like a helicopter but flies like a plane has moved beyond the testing phase into production.
Court case documents say Meta attempted to hide study that showed users were ‘less depressed’ after deleting Facebook
Damning details from a US court case have claimed to uncover a scandal that one employee likened to the tobacco industry.
Schools close, ‘catastrophic’ weather warning
Schools have closed as Aussies brace for extreme heat, catastrophic" fire danger, and the threat of more wild thunderstorms.
Optus rocked by another major outage
More than 14,000 customers have been left without coverage and unable to call emergency services amid a significant" Optus outage.
New ‘bazooka’ to be sold to Aussie public
This outrageous new machine shows why Australian authorities are concerned by the rapid and dramatic emergence of new technology.
Korea’s plan to take on Ferrari
An unexpected brand is planning to challenge the world's best with a machine that could reshape the supercar landscape forever.
Schools close, ‘catastrophic’ weather warning
Schools in one state have closed today as Aussies brace for extreme heat, catastrophic" fire danger, and the threat of more wild thunderstorms.
China visit sparks security shutdown
Parliament House staff have been issued a warning ahead of a visit from the third-highest ranking member of the Chinese government.
Fisker’s failure is a warning for Aussie drivers
The catastrophic failure of an electric car brand in the US has become a huge red flag for Aussie motorists and the grim future they now face.
Doctors battle AI in wild showdown
Teams of masked doctors have gone head-to-head with AI in an extraordinary live showdown in China.
‘No doubt’: Labor’s huge claim on new laws
Labor has made a big claim about its ability to pass historic changes to Australia's environmental laws despite needing the support of a sceptical crossbench.
‘Wrecking ball’: Jim Chalmers’ $11bn warning
The Treasurer has delivered a brutal verdict on the Coalition's decision to ditch net zero - warning it will kill private capital earmarked for a critical sector.
Major call as top China official tours Aus
China's third-highest ranking political figure has gotten up close with Aussie wildlife on his Down Under tour, amid Penny Wong making a major call on Beijing's consequential" relationship with the Pacific.
Real reason behind BOM’s $96m bungle
The unbelievable" reason behind the staggering taxpayer cost of the Bureau of Meteorology's new website bungle has been revealed.
Eerie prediction has entire world on alert
Germany's defence minister has issued a chilling warning about the future of the world, and it has the entire planet on alert.
Albo joins global Trump rebuke
Anthony Albanese says a declaration rebuking Donald Trump is a good thing".
‘Loyalty’: Big question on minister’s new role
The minister charged with directing Australia's climate and energy future is getting a new role with the UN, raising a huge question about his loyalty.
Major update on wild Top End cyclone
Authorities have warned Territorians could be smashed by wind gusts of up to 120kmh and endure flash flooding after Severe Tropical Cyclone Fina strengthened.
Missing detail in Coalition’s energy plan
How the Coalition's coal-backed energy plan will bring down both emissions and power prices remains unclear", an expert says.
Teens brace for social media cut-off
Experts say an upcoming social media ban may disrupt young Australians' online lives, while kids hurry to export photos, videos and messages.
Top End smashed by Cyclone Fina
A collapsed hospital roof, 200km/h winds and widespread flooding have marked the long night Territorians endured as Cyclone Fina churned past the coast.
‘Unforgivable’: BOM bungle gets worse
The Bureau of Meteorology's new website has come under fire after the agency confirmed the total cost was far beyond initial estimates.
Congressman wants eSafety boss to testify
A US congressman has demanded Australia's eSafety boss face Congress over what he calls her foreign censorship regime" threatening American speech.
Another huge app added to age ban
Another widely used platform will soon join Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat on the government's list of age-restricted services.
‘Wish it hadn’t’: Car giant’s ‘huge regret’
Ever done something and then wished you hadn't and the feeling just won't go away? That's how this global car giant could be left feeling after its latest questionable move.
‘There it is’: issue with ‘perfect’ Aussie car
This cracking new car could be the perfect vehicle for millions of Aussies, if it wasn't for one major issue.
Wild scenes as cyclone passes major city
Gale-force winds with gusts of up to 205km are lashing Darwin and part of the city's hospital roof has collapsed as Tropical Cyclone Fina bears down on the Top End.
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