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‘Ruthlessly tackled’: Wild officer act on Melb bus
Dramatic scenes have erupted on a bus in Melbourne, where a uni student was filmed being tackled" and pinned to the floor by a number of officers.
ANU faces $200m deficit, slashes jobs
An elite Australian university has been forced to slash jobs because of a huge deficit, which not even enrolling more students could fix.
The uncool cars no one wants to buy
One type of vehicle has emerged as a big loser in the Australian car market, despite plenty of love not long ago.
The 8K TV that can take you around the world
Forget about getting one a plane, this 8K TV takes you there' with stunning visuals while watching big sporting contests are next level. REVIEW
Aussie finance sector’s big AI move
An industry-first agreement will look to protect one Australian fund's workers in the age of ChatGPT with a new gold standard".
Fierce SUV hits the market
Few car brands or models are as sure of their identity as this new headturning EV.
Facebook’s major move to combat scams with Fraud Intelligence Reciprocal Exchange
Facebook has unveiled a new initiative which it hopes will put a big dent" in the number of scams that are costing Aussies millions.
Eco hypocrisy? Young Aussies betray sustainable virtues with fast fashion addiction
They're the most environmentally conscious cohort in history, dubbed Generation Sustainable', but young Aussies have a very dirty secret.
What happens to a Tesla during flooding
US authorities call out EV makers over threats of their cars" following footage of a Tesla bursting into flames after a flood.
EV rush poses risks
As automakers rush to introduce new electric vehicles to the market in response to Australia's FBT face risks to safety and reliability.
Fierce SUV hits the market
Swedish carmaker sets new benchmark for luxury electric SUV, combining Scandinavian design, advanced safety, sustainable materials and impressive performance.
Telcos lashed for complaint wait times
Telecommunication companies have been criticised for taking too long to resolve issues as the industry watchdog urges providers to do better.
How Aussies dating online can be safer
Australia has introduced new rules surrounding online dating apps, in a bid to crack down on concerning" behaviour.
Sony’s PlayStation Network in global blackout
Sony's PlayStation Network is currently experiencing a widespread outage, leaving millions of users stranded and unable to access their personal information.
This is the worst thing about new cars
The rise of vehicle technology is meant to make our lives easier but this feature in most cars is just plain dangerous.
Warning over teen social media link
Fresh research revealed in parliament suggests a link between time spent on social media use and mental health in Aussie teens.
Death toll triples in region after ‘catastrophic’ Hurricane Helene
The death toll from Hurricane Helene has spiked in the United States after the storm smashed into several southeastern states.
Parents’ shock plea on social media ‘cancer’
Parents are begging to raise social media age restrictions even further than 16, warning that tech companies now own our children".
Chinese Porsche clone set for launch
Subaru's Australian distributor ditches French cars for Chinese EVs to challenge the likes of Tesla.
How Aussies dating online can be safer
Major online dating platforms have signed up to a groundbreaking initiative designed to ensure users feel safer when trying to make a connection.
Accessory instantly transforms Insta pics
A new compact gadget has just been released that will turn everyday pics into magazine-quality photo shoots. Just in time for summer.
So how good are the new iPhone cameras?
For photographers, Apple's flagship phones really take capturing and editing photos to a whole new level. But the verdict is still out on the new camera control.
Sony’s Playstation Network in global blackout
Sony's PlayStation Network is currently experiencing a widespread outage, leaving millions of users stranded and unable to access their personal information.
Parents of five among four killed in horror Dubbo crash
A married couple have left behind five children after they died in a car crash, which also claimed the lives of two teenage friends, in NSW.
Record-breaking rain could lash state
September records could be broken in one state as the country prepares for even more rain across the week.
Black Dog flags social media’s teen threat
Fresh research revealed in parliament has reconfirmed a troubling link between social media use and poor mental health in Aussie teens.
‘‘Malevolent:’ Barnaby’s call on Chinese EVs
The Nationals firebrand has stoked fears the technology could be used for malevolent purposes," pointing towards Israel's deadly pager attack on Hezbollah.
New car glitch putting you at risk
The rise of vehicle technology is meant to make our lives easier but this feature in most cars is just plain dangerous.
State cops 110mm drenching overnight
One Aussie state has copped a 110mm drenching from wild weather overnight, with the weather bureau warning of similar soakings to come and 100kmh wind gusts along the east coast.
“Every Chinese company a threat” warns lawyer and author Gordon Chang
BYD says it takes customer privacy very seriously' following US concerns its cars could be accessed remotely.
Parents’ shock plea on social media ‘cancer’
Parents are pleading to raise social media age restrictions even further than 16, warning that tech companies now own our children".
Wild scenes on Sydney Harbour
Sydney Harbour was centre stage when military personnel from around the world worked together to counter illicit trade of weapons of mass destruction.
Chimpanzee kidnaps and kills baby in violent attack
A wild chimpanzee has reportedly ripped a baby from her mother's arms before butchering her in a violent" killing. WARNING: Graphic
The $1 million car that missed the mark
Ferrari's four-door Purosangue proves it is never easy to justify a seven-figure spend on a luxury car.
Telcos facing overhaul after Optus probe
Optus has been slammed in a damning Senate report into last year's massive outage, with a committee finding the Aussie telco failed millions".
‘Next gold rush’: Australians’ data being used to train AI
An Australian expert has warned about how little Aussies know about their data being used to train AI.
“Every Chinese company a threat” warns lawyer and author Gordon Chang
The proposed U.S. ban on Chinese technology has sparked a warning from experts while the world's largest Chinese automotive manufacturer defends its stance.
Millions of Aussies warned to keep umbrellas handy
Millions of Australians have been warned to brace for more rain and thunderstorms, as parts of the country shiver through snow and winter-like temperatures.
Toyota offers Aussie favourite as hybrid only
This quiet achiever is an Aussie favourite for a good reason.
Nurses slam alleged verbal abuse from ‘Boomers’
NSW nurses say they were subjected to verbal abuse from Boomers" driving past while they were holding rallies, calling for better pay.
Mark Zuckerberg just had his ‘iPhone moment’, unveiling world-changing tech
It's taken 10 years to develop but Mark Zuckerberg has finally released the technology that he believes will change the world as much as the iPhone.
Ex-Treasurer says nuclear energy inevitable
Former Treasurer Joe Hockey has appeared to lend his support to the Coalition's election pledge to build seven nuclear energy plants.
Telcos facing overhaul after Optus probe
Telcos are facing an overhaul after the senate committee that investigated last year's massive Optus outage recommended sweeping changes.
Affordable luxury cars coming next year
One of Australia's fastest-growing brands has announced plans to introduce a new range of luxurious models in 2025.
Sinister truth behind Aussie AI fail
An Aussie mayor's creepy AI fail has gone viral - but according to Caleb Bond, it hides a very sinister truth we all need to wake up to.
Tech change for 400 million people as Meta AI updated
Meta has revealed major updates to its most popular apps, a cheaper VR headset and new updates to its smartglasses at Meta Connect 2024.
Cops’ cruel twist for ‘visibly upset’ teen
Young driver gets a rude shock following a loophole that will cost thousands of dollars to fix.
Luxury brand offers competitively priced SUV
European luxury automaker offers price promotion on electric SUV amid rising competition.
Aussies warned to brace for wet summer
Surfers and boaties are being urged to stay out of the water as rough conditions move in on two popular surf spots.
Aussie driver ‘outraged’ after ‘Tesla keyed’
A Tesla driver has been left gobsmacked" after discovering his car had allegedly been keyed in a supermarket car park.
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