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’Intoxicating’ car ready for launch
New V12-powered Coupe could be last modern Ferrari to stick stubbornly to there's no replacement for displacement V12 mantra
Horror as camper bitten in the face by dog
A man suffered significant" injuries after being bitten in the face by a dog while camping on a private property.
The fastest road-legal supercar
British luxury automaker, McLaren, sets a new benchmark with next-generation supercar that only they could create.
‘Scary’: Woman’s driverless taxi blocked by men demanding her number
A woman has filmed a scary' experience after two men stopped in front of her driverless taxi and demanded she give them her number.
‘Slap in the face’ for Aussie vets
An insider has painted a grim picture of the way the system is failing" Australian veterans who have served their country.
‘Bad day’: New Zealand navy ship runs aground and sinks off Samoa
The commanding officer of a NZ navy vessel that sank off Samoa has been praised for saving lives after giving the order to abandon ship.
Heat blast to hit state as mercury soars
It looks like summer has hit early, with one big city set to swelter through 32C temperatures.
Surprise new role for deadly spider
The deadly venom of one of Australia's most feared creepy-crawly critters has inspired a surprising new project.
Otter almost kills boy in ‘crazed attack’
A crazed otter has reportedly almost drowned a boy in a crazed attack' at a popular marina.
‘Dark hole’: The conundrum of smart cars
The threat of foreign EVs being remotely controlled on Australian roads is unlikely, but the computers on wheels are still listening and watching everything we do.
The vehicles boosting your swipeability in the dating world
New study uncovers the most attractive vehicles boosting your chances in the swipe-right race.
EV charging costs rise
Green motoring isn't as cheap as it used to be, as rapid charging sites continue to increase prices.
The rise of ‘death tech’: Ripe for disruption, dying has become big business – and democratised
The act of dying is being revolutionised thanks to technology - and Aussie start-ups are a big part of it.
New Chinese EV brand Leapmotor has a dark past
Struggling auto distributor Stellantis launches Chinese electric vehicle brand into the Australian market, but its unusual past raises questions.
Aussie birds poisoned in ‘deliberate’ move
A major probe has been launched after 20 iconic Aussie birds were found sick or dead in a suspected deliberate" poisoning.
Next move on social media ban revealed
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has signalled the next step in the government's bid to introduce an age limit on social media use.
Aussies’ private data shared without consent
Australians' private information is being shared hundreds of times a day with online advertisers who resell and distribute it to unknown parties, putting people at risk of targeted scams.
‘Ruthlessly tackled’: Wild officer act on Melb bus
Dramatic scenes have erupted on a bus, where a uni student was filmed being tackled" and pinned to the floor by a number of officers.
‘Under cover’: Aussie state’s brutal forecast
One Australian state could be battered with hailstones, storms and damaging winds as a series of cold fronts move through.
Biden warned of ‘unacceptable’ China risk
The US President has been warned there is no time to wait" on a security deal involving Australia given the grave and imminent threat" of China in the Indo-Pacific.
Family spot strange lights over WA beach
Four distinct lights have been spotted over a beach in Western Australia, with many theorising about the bizarre phenomenon online.
Elon Musk’s big legal loss to Australia
A court has ruled on whether the Elon Musk-owned X Corp must comply with an infringement notice issued when the company was called Twitter.
‘They are rubbish’: Proof US utes taking over
Huge American pick-up trucks that don't fit in our carparks and cause extra deaths on our roads are now selling at massive rates in Australia.
The American Dream arrives
General Motors is ready to launch an EV to rival premium Euro brands.
Why you shouldn’t rush to buy this EV
This emerging brand says improvements are on the way to a car that didn't impress on first impression.
Republican congressman posts bizarre photoshopped image of JD Vance, becomes instant meme
A Republican's bizarre post about Donald Trump's running mate has backfired spectacularly, unleashing the ruthless power of social media.
‘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.
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