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The United States government has thrown down the gauntlet to wildly popular Chinese-owned social media app TikTok.
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The American electric car pioneer is under siege from a wave of rival performance EVs but its latest model could set them back on their heels.
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A cold front is set to blast through much of Australia this week, with millions waking up for Anzac Day dawn services likely to feel the bite.
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As social media giants come under the microscope, Australia is actively considering one thing to protect kids online - and our top cop and spy boss have weighed in.
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Elon Musk has stepped up his war of words with the Australian government, reacting to one Senator's call for him to be jailed".
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Social media giants are being put under the microscope amid growing calls for them to co-operate with Australia's intelligence and law-enforcement agencies.
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Artificial intelligence is being rolled out across the suite of Meta apps that are used by millions of Australians every day.
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In a sign of the times, this major car maker has taken a big gamble with its best selling SUV. It remains to be seen whether current owners will jump on board.
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Big tech companies aren't doing enough to stop terrorists and extremists spreading dangerous content on their platforms, the nation's top spy says.
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The independent senator bid farewell to her 70k social media followers after Elon Musk came after the Prime Minister.
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Tradies wanting to do their bit for the environment can now order Ford's F-150 Lightning pick-up. But they'll need to have extremely deep pockets.
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Four people are dead and 10 others missing following storms and floods that have forced more than 100,000 civilians from their homes.
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There's a big trend sweeping my suburb - parents using eBikes. So I tried out Lekker's Jordaan GTS and it was a hit with my daughters.
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One of Australia's richest women has been slammed online after posting a video giving Australians life advice.
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Elon Musk's X has been ordered to temporarily hide stabbing videos, but their battle will return to the Federal Court within days.
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The father of one of four Australian service personnel lost in the catastrophic Taipan helicopter crash has spoken out and is asking one simple question.
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The 16-year-old boy who died after being attacked by a crocodile has been remembered as a very humble, kind-hearted young lad".
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Aussies will be encouraged to take the most fuel-efficient route next time they plug in an address in this maps app.
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In June 2023, security experts made an ominous prediction about the world and, terrifyingly, it looks as though it's coming true. Warning: Distressing.
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Fans of the beloved Bluey were left asking What in the Taylor Swift is this?" after a secret episode was released.
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Tech giants have been urged to do more to remove violent content off their platforms in the fallout of two horrific stabbing incidents.
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Elon Musk has blasted the online watchdog over claims an order to remove content related to the Sydney church stabbing was unlawful and dangerous'.
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Soft-tops, cabriolets, roadsters and spyders all brighten up even the cloudiest of days but are now at risk of extinction. We drive one of the latest to see what they offer in a world of SUVs.
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A woman shares how she was suddenly banned on the Uber app for her name.
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Leaders are blaming social media companies for a surge in false and harmful information in the aftermath of one of the deadliest mass killings in the nation's history.
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An American gamer and former arcade world record holder is suing an Australian YouTuber over cheating allegations.
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Rising fuel costs are biting folks who drive big cars. This full-sized family wagon brings a classic solution to the problem.
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A conservative commentator has been blasted as despicable" after mocking the Bondi Westfield massacre memorial virtue signalling".
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The Morning Show joins forces with Kids News, launching the 2024 Junior Journo Newsroom to rally the nation's cub reporters as spiralling disinformation puts national curriculum to the test.
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As social media giants come under the microscope, Australia is actively considering one thing to protect kids online.
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The truth behind an alleged shoplifting photo has been revealed after it sparked outrage on social media.
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Not everyone needs a hulking seven-seat SUV to transport the clan. There are some more compact options that still have enough room for growing kids.
Homeowners urged to be vigilant for scams after ‘shocking’ data breach at major smoke alarm provider
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A shocking" three-month oversight by a major Aussie company has put hundreds of thousands of people at risk of being targeted by criminals.
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An invasive species first discovered in 2001 has dodged eradication and now it could strip $22bn from Australia by the 2040s.
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The stealthy undersea robots will soon be deployed in Australia's bid to bolster our defence forces.
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A bitter spat between Elon Musk's X and the eSafety commissioner has led to calls for social media to face tougher regulation.
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This car was once a popular choice for Australian families but lost favour as buyers flocked to SUVs. The brand hopes a new model will turn the tide.
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Australia unveiled a stragey with a new focus on deterring China's coercive tactics" in a region seen as lurching towards conflict.
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Big tech companies aren't doing enough to stop terrorists and extremists spreading dangerous content on their platforms, the nation's top spy has warned.
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Billionaire Elon Musk has fired a new salvo at the Australian government as his feud over the censorship of content continues.
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The Prime Minister and the tech billionaire have traded barbs as a fight over social media platform X escalates.
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Aussies can breathe a sigh of relief as the Bureau of Meteorology declares El Nino has officially ended. Here's why.
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Police are calling for entries to an annual charity fundraiser that puts driving skills to the test for a good cause.
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Vodafone customers across the country experienced difficulties in making and receiving calls on Tuesday.
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An Aussie family was left in shock when the shelter from which they'd adopted a rescue dog suddenly ripped him away.
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Mainstream carmakers have unleashed a stream of new electric vehicles in the past year, some with relatively attractive prices. But it's wise to look a little closer.
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Both sides of politics are united in demanding social media giants comply with Australian law after Elon Musk vowed to fight a demand.
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The new inquiry into Sydney's Star Casino has heard bombshell evidence in the latest blow for the gambling giant which has been plagued by scandals.
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Police were still sweeping Westfield Bondi Junction to make sure the killer acted alone when figures on social media began peddling bizarre theories.
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In a world of increasingly expensive cars, this discounted model stakes a claim to being a smart choice for Aussie motorists.