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Sat, 26 Sep 2026 22:08:46 -0000

Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan has praised his side's fighting spirit after the team claimed a third consecutive AFL premiership at the MCG.US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran's latest proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, claiming the U-S is in control of the vital waterway. A Melbourne family hopes a search for their son who has gone missing in a remote part of Peru will provide some answers.French residents say they were moved by Pope Leo's connection to all people including those with no faith, as he held a Mass in central Paris. For more news, politics and current affairs podcasts go to ABC listen.

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Drivers wince as diesel threatens to hit $4 a litre

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 05:50:00 -0000

Drivers, farmers and the transport industry can't help but notice the price of diesel at the moment.

It's been rising again as the war in Iran shows no sign of stopping and now Donald Trump is considering cutting off US exports of diesel.

But could it really hit four dollars a litre?

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What Albanese and Netanyahu told the United Nations General Assembly

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 03:45:00 -0000

Australia wants a say on the biggest issues in the world as it pitches for a temporary seat on the UN Security Council.

In a speech to the UN General Assembly in New York Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the world must unite to tackle climate change, the rise of artificial intelligence and the breakdown of international rules.

Despite the huge issues being discussed by Australia's Prime Minister, most attention at the United Nations was on Benjamin Netanyahu and his firey defence of Israel, in the face of global concern about Israel's actions in its war in Gaza.

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Why Fat Bear Week is about personalities, not just fatness

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 03:40:00 -0000

It's Alaska's most-watched popularity contest: Fat Bear Week is back for its 12th year at Katmai National Park.

Sixteen brown bears are competing and millions of people worldwide are voting online for their favourite after watching them on the park's live webcams.

Mike Fitz, the former park ranger who started the tradition in 2014, says fatness isn't the only thing that matters - a bear's story counts too.

So what does it actually take to become a Fat Bear Week champion?

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Could training AI models in Australia make us safer?

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 23:30:00 -0000

Is Australia at the "mercy" of foreign AI?

The Open Ai breach has exposed Australia's current reliance on voluntary disclosure of incidents and raises questions around protections against overreach in Australia.

Now, there's suggestions one way the government could better succeed in regulating and shaping the technology's use in Australia, is by hosting the frontier AI learning models themselves here.

So could that make a difference?

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Lions' three-peat bid meets Fremantle's first shot at glory

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 21:30:00 -0000

It's the AFL Grand Final, and this one's steeped in history.

The Fremantle Dockers are chasing a maiden premiership after 30 years in the league, while the Brisbane Lions are one win away from a feat no team has managed since the AFL began in 1990.

Here's what you need to know ahead of Saturday's showdown.

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What the OpenAI agent accessed in the Medicare portal breach

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 09:00:00 -0000

An artificial intelligence agent built by OpenAI has accessed non-public Medicare data, in a breach Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says is extremely concerning.

The agent got into a Services Australia statistics portal in June after being blocked from public data, and OpenAI didn't tell the government until three months later.

The government stresses no individual's personal Medicare details were exposed.

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Could screening new dads' mental health help families?

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 02:05:00 -0000

Fathers would be screened for perinatal depression alongside their partners under a new proposal.

Many pregnant women are offered mental health screening as part of their care but only about two per cent of men are screened.

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What do we know about the OpenAI-Medicare breach?

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 02:00:00 -0000

A swarm of artificial intelligence agents has hacked into protected data on Australia's Medicare portal, one of the first breaches of its kind on a government database.

The prime minister says it took OpenAI three months to say anything about it.

So what was accessed, and why did it take so long for the government to find out?

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Daylight saving is upon some of us, so how can you prepare?

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 22:15:00 -0000

The days are getting longer and warmer, and for the majority of the country that means daylight saving is upon us.

About two thirds of us will lose an hour of sleep on Sunday the 4th of October, while for others the clock won't move.

And as Josie Sargent from the Top Stories podcast explains, the spring forward has its lovers... and haters.

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What does Australia's largest longitudinal study say about us?

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:30:00 -0000

Australia's cost of living crunch is showing up in more aspects of our lives than ever, including how long adult kids are sticking around at home and what's ending up on the dinner table.

But the latest HILDA longitudinal study results show when it comes to our relationships, we might actually be getting happier as the years go on.

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Rock legend Angry Anderson dies at 79

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 08:34:00 -0000

Rose Tattoo frontman Angry Anderson has died just weeks after being admitted to a hospital in Germany during the Australian rock band's European tour.

The 79-year-old singer spent 50 years in the music industry and also became a television presenter, charity worker and youth advocate.

Rose Tattoo's hits included Bad Boy for Love, Rock 'n' Roll Outlaw and We Can't Be Beaten, while Anderson found solo success with the song Suddenly.

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The million dollar plea to help find Gus Lamont

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 08:25:00 -0000

South Australia's Premier has announced a $1 million reward for anyone who can provide critical information about the disappearance of Gus Lamont.

It has been almost a year since the four-year-old was reported missing from his home at Oak Park Station, a vast property near Yunta in South Australia's outback.

The boy's parents have released a video statement desperately urging anyone with information to come forward.

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Why did Tones and I really pull out of the NRL grand final?

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 03:15:00 -0000

The NRL grand final is set to go ahead without its traditional pre-match entertainment after negotiations with Australian artist Tones and I broke down.

Her management says a prior commitment was the sticking point, but the Sydney Morning Herald reports she refused to play her hit song Dance Monkey, despite the NRL's insistence.

The NRL boss Peter V'Landys now says the $1 million usually spent on the show will instead fund grassroots rugby league for children who can't afford to play.

So who might step in and does it even matter if there's no pre-match show at all?

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Are Australia's alcohol warning labels too easy to ignore?

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 02:00:00 -0000

When's the last time you noticed the warnings on alcohol labels?

New research suggests they're too small, too easy to miss, and don't spell out risks like cancer.

With Ireland and the UK about to make health warnings compulsory, the question is whether Australia's next.

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Should Australians be able to use super to buy a home?

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 23:00:00 -0000

Home ownership and retirement savings are often held up as two of the biggest financial goals Australians can achieve.

But could those goals be coming into conflict?

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What did Donald Trump say to the UN?

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 22:30:00 -0000

US President Donald Trump has addressed the UN General Assembly in New York - and has used his speech to justify his war in Iran and attempt to rebrand AI.

His appearance comes just six weeks out from the US mid-term elections in November.

So, has that impacted what he's spoken about?

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Why WA schools are banning smart glasses

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 19:00:00 -0000

Western Australia is introducing what it says is the nation's toughest ban on smart glasses in schools.

Students, staff, parents and visitors will be prohibited from possessing or using devices capable of recording audio and video, amid growing concerns about privacy, deepfakes, and covert filming.

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The new search in the Nannup Four missing persons cold case

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 18:00:00 -0000

It's been almost 20 years since four people, including a child, went missing from the small regional West Australian town of Nannup.

Their disappearance sparked a police investigation and an inquest that heard details of an online cult and a murder suicide pact.

So why are volunteers suddenly searching an area just south of where the four were last seen?

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How Victoria will manage its data centre rollout

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 03:30:00 -0000

Victoria has become the latest state to nail its colours to the mast with a set of restrictions controlling the rollout of new data centres.

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Why some US media outlets are suing the Trump administration

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 01:15:00 -0000

Three US media outlets have hit back at US President Donald Trump after he banned them from the White House last week.

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What's in Princess Diana's brother's bombshell memoir?

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 23:00:00 -0000

The late Princess Diana 's brother has released a memoir that drops some bombshell claims about the royal family.

And Earl Charles Spencer is particularly scathing towards his former brother-in-law who 's now King Charles III.

So - what 's he saying?

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'Disturbing' security flaw in cheap smart glasses

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 21:30:00 -0000

A new generation of ultra-cheap smart glasses is exposing Australians' sensitive data to hackers.

Basic testing has revealed stored videos and photos can be stolen from the controversial devices, using only bluetooth.

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What will Australia look like in 2065?

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 19:45:00 -0000

The government's latest intergenerational report says a dropping fertility rate could lead to more deaths than births by the 2060s.

The report also predicts Australians will be living longer, with nearly two million people aged 85 and over.

It's set to create challenges for younger Australians, who'll likely be working longer than any generation before them.

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Sharks under scrutiny after fatal attack at Perth's Sorrento beach

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 04:15:00 -0000

Authorities in WA have given up on trying to capture the shark responsible for a killing a man on Friday.

It happened at Sorrento beach in Perth and the 63-year-old ocean swimmer was attacked by a suspected three-metre long Great White shark.

It's again raised questions about how humans should deal with the risk that comes with entering the water.

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Why Albanese's so keen for a seat on the UN Security Council

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 04:10:00 -0000

Anthony Albanese has launched Australia's campaign for a two-year seat on the United Nations Security Council in 2029 and 2030.

The Prime Minister named artificial intelligence and climate change among the issues Australia wants a voice in shaping, and said the campaign would be modest in cost.

Only Australia and Finland have nominated for the two available seats, with a secret ballot in mid-2028.

So what does a seat actually get you, when five permanent members hold a veto?

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Trial begins for alleged murderer of Sydney couple

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 23:15:00 -0000

The trial of a former police officer accused of murdering Sydney couple Jesse Baird and Luke Davies begins today.

It is alleged Beau Lamarre-Condon shot the pair with his service firearm inside Mr Baird's shared terrace in Sydney's east in 2024.

He has pleaded not guilty to two counts of domestic violence-related murder and one of aggravated break and enter.

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Are we doing enough to prevent domestic violence?

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 06:30:00 -0000

Three women have died in what police believe are family and domestic violence-related incidents in New South Wales on the weekend. Domestic violence support groups are warning that this time of year can also be a dangerous one... with AFL and NRL grand finals approaching.

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Trump bans several media outlets for reporting 'FAKE NEWS!'

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 04:45:00 -0000

US President Donald Trump is again lashing out at the media, banning a number of outlets from the White House.

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Labor's immigration crackdown explained

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 06:00:00 -0000

Plans to detain and deport visa overstayers, and cut down backpacker and student visa numbers are among the key pillars of Labor's new plan to reduce net migration.

How will it work and what will it mean for hopeful migrants and the industries that rely on them?

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How China could hack our power and telco networks 'today'

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 03:49:00 -0000

The nation's spy boss has warned China is actively preparing to switch off power and telecommunications networks in Australia, if a conflict breaks out.

The director general of ASIO, Mike Burgess, says Beijing is working to understand how those systems operate and it would probably target specific areas, like defence communications.

Cyber security experts say he's right and Australia needs to make sure it's ready for the possibility of hackers trying to shut down our networks.

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Did Charles really sound 'giddily elated' after Diana died?

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 03:44:00 -0000

Almost thirty years after her death, there's new commentary about Princess Diana and the reaction of her former husband.

Charles Spencer, the brother of the late Princess of Wales, is releasing a memoir called Swan Song: Diana, My Sister.

It includes some bombshell claims about King Charles, including that he sounded 'giddily elated, like a lottery winner' in a phone call to Earl Spencer.

It's forced an unusual rebuke from the Palace.

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Why the Radiohead tour has caused such a fuss

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:15:00 -0000

In a world of issues to care and angst about, for a lot of people this past week, there's only been one that's been front of mind: whether you could get tickets to Radiohead.

The legendary UK band announced 16 Australian shows in 2027 last week, their first in 15 years, which naturally sent fans into a big old frenzy.

A unique process to secure tickets followed which resulted in online queues of tens of thousands of people.

So why all the fuss about this band, and this tour?

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Unpacking the HYROX faecal incontinence saga

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:45:00 -0000

Australian athlete Joanna Wietrzyk has apologised after continuing a HYROX competition in China after soiling herself mid-race.

The incident has gone viral and sparked disgusted, furious or even respectful reaction online.

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Can artists like Ed Sheeran be apolitical?

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:30:00 -0000

Ed Sheeran is yet to announce new support acts, following the walk out of his booked bands on the US leg of his Loop tour.

It follows Sheeran's promoter dropping rapper Macklemore over pro-Palestinian comments made during an earlier show.

Sheeran says he's trying to keep his gigs politics free, but can artists ever really be apolitical?

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Why has the US Federal Reserve raised interest rates?

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:15:00 -0000

It looks like Donald Trump's pick to head the US federal reserve isn't following orders.

The man hand-selected by the US President has decided to do the exact opposite of what Mr Trump has been asking.

Chairman Kevin Warsh has announced an interest rate hike for the world's largest economy.

The President is not happy and has reiterated his calls for interest rates to be lowered.

So why has the Fed made a very different decision?

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What are the COVID vaccine changes in Australia?

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 23:30:00 -0000

Your COVID vaccine may not be free anymore.

After more than five years of free COVID vaccinations for all Australians, the rules are changing.

So what does this mean, and who will be affected?

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Anthropic's plan for Australia's largest data centre

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:45:00 -0000

As debate rages over Australian copyright and AI investment, Anthropic has inked a deal to run Australia's largest data centre, proposed for rural southern Queensland.

The company has signed a long-term lease for the 32-billion-dollar Western Downs Digital Park, and if approved, what's now a cattle feedlot would be transformed.

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How is Labor planning to slash net migration

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:45:00 -0000

After weeks of cabinet disagreement and delay the government has finally landed its much-anticipated migration policy, with plans to ban international students from bringing their families to the country.

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Why are Ed Sheeran's support acts quitting?

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 01:20:00 -0000

The US leg of Ed Sheeran's Loop tour is in tatters - after Macklemore was removed as a support artist over his comments supporting Palestinians.

Now, four more support acts have pulled out.

What's going on?

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Why is one of the Snowtown serial killers about to be freed

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:45:00 -0000

Despite efforts from the South Australian Government, one of the country's most notorious serial killers is set to be released from prison.

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Creatives face opt-out model for AI training

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:30:00 -0000

The government has rejected criticism it's selling artists out to big tech, as leaked policy documents reveal the government is considering making inclusion in AI model training opt-out by default.

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Should councils ban smart glasses from playgrounds?

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:35:00 -0000

The AI boom is raising all sorts of fears around privacy, particularly when it comes to the growing popularity of smart glasses.

They are the wearable computers that look like ordinary spectacles, but can film and record handsfree, often facilitated by AI.

Now, a number of local councils are looking to ban the eye-wear from places like gyms and childcare centres, in response to concerns from local residents they may be filmed without their knowledge.

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Can Australia stop the AI apocalypse?

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 03:45:00 -0000

The heads of the leading artificial intelligence companies have agreed that a slow down in the development is needed before the technology becomes dangerous.

What can Australia do to regulate AI and protect its citizens?

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Why is fuel so expensive again?

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 23:30:00 -0000

You've probably noticed, fuel prices are on the rise again.

This week they hit a four-month high.

So what's behind this latest spike, and what lies ahead?

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Why is NSW cutting screentime in classrooms?

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:15:00 -0000

Classrooms in NSW will be a little different for kids next year - they 're going old school, returning to pen and paper for learning

The state government there has announced new guidelines that will limit the use of screens for coursework in public schools from Term 1 next year.

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What went wrong at Whyalla steelworks

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 05:48:00 -0000

Hundreds of jobs are lost and the future of the Whyalla steelworks is in question after administrators confirmed the blast furnace used to make steel is shut down for good.

State and federal governments have spent billions of dollars on the ailing facility, but it's going to take a new owner at last another $500 million to build a new electric furnace.

What happens next?

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How is One Nation proposing to slash migration?

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 03:45:00 -0000

One Nation has unveiled its migration policy.

The plan would see 750,000 places cut over the next three years.,the focus would be foreign students and migrant worker families.

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Why are tech executives calling for an AI slowdown?

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:45:00 -0000

It looks like the leaders of AI technology are willing to put competition aside to band together.

A number of the them say they agree that the development of artificial intelligence should be slowed down to protect the future of humans.

That's right on cue, because recently there have been serious alarms raised about AI, and the possibility of an AI Armageddon.

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Are jurors prepared for the mental health risks of serving on trials?

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:00:00 -0000

Some of the most important people in our legal system enter the court with no specific training and are legally prevented from talking about the sometimes gruesome evidence they are forced to see and hear.

The fate of those accused of the most serious crimes usually rests in the hands of a jury, but absorbing weeks or even months of evidence can take a toll.

So what's being done to support them?

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Acts of humanity that emerged after September 11 attacks

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 06:45:00 -0000

Twenty-five years on from the terror attacks on September 11, 2001, many are also reflecting on the extraordinary acts of courage and humanity that emerged.

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Why is Australia the safest country in a global disaster?

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:00:00 -0000

Australia could be one of the safest places on Earth if a global catastrophe strikes.

New research has found Australia's isolation, self-sufficiency, and political stability mean it can withstand most crises.

The catastrophe could be anything from nuclear winter to asteroid strikes, or even a technological doomsday.

But researchers warn no country would escape unscathed.

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Why are Pauline Hanson and Andrew Hastie feuding?

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 23:00:00 -0000

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson and Liberal frontbencher Andrew Hastie are in the midst of a very public spat.

It's escalated recently over an animated cartoon video created by One Nation which labels Mr Hastie a traitor.

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Is AI about to 'kill us all'?

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 02:00:00 -0000

AI could kill us by the end of the decade.

That is the alarming claim being made by an AI expert in the US who has quit his job over fears that the tech could wipe out humans.

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Is Trump becoming toxic for Republicans ahead of midterms?

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 01:45:00 -0000

The midterm election in the US are fast approaching, less then a couple of months to go.

And at the moment things are not looking good for the Republican party.

So US President Donald Trump is throwing a two-day convention in Texas in a bid to boost the fortunes of his Party - before the November poll.

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How failed SPF tests led to a multi-million dollar court case

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:45:00 -0000

Twenty sunscreens were pulled from the shelves recently after failing to meet their SPF claims.

Behind them all is one manufacturer - Wild Child Laboratories - that supplies the brands with their base formula.

it's now being sued in the federal court by one of the sunscreen brands caught out: Ultra Violette.

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Can LIV Golf survive without Saudi backing?

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:00:00 -0000

LIV Golf promised to revolutionise professional golf when it launched with billions of dollars in Saudi backing.

Now, just four years later, the competition has filed for bankruptcy protection in the United States.

So what went wrong, what happens next, and what does it mean for the future of its Adelaide tournament?

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What's behind American football's push into Australia?

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 02:00:00 -0000

One of the biggest sporting events on the planet is about to land in Melbourne. American football's opening weekend is coming to Australia for the first time, with tens of thousands of fans expected at the MCG.

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What is pork-barrelling?

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 22:45:00 -0000

Labor's use of grants is raising eyebrows.

A Centre for Public Integrity investigation found the $560 million so called 'Major and Local Community Infrastructure' grants program was overwhelmingly directed into safe Labor seats and marginal seats the party wanted to win at the 2025 federal election.

Chair Anthony Whealy called it as he saw it: pork-barrelling.

So what exactly is it?

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The crackdown on social media algorithms revealed

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:45:00 -0000

Will you boot the social media algorithms if you get the chance?

The government has revealed a draft of the Digital Duty of Care in Australia law that would force digital platforms to block certain content from children, take proactive measure to prevent harm and give everyone the option to opt-out of the algorithm that picks what comes up next on your feeds.

The federal government insists a global reckoning is coming for big tech.

How will it work?

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The degenerative brain disease CTE and rugby league explained

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:35:00 -0000

New research on the degenerative brain disease CTE, has revealed its prevalence in former rugby league players.

The Australian Sports Brain Bank can now confirm that 31 players both professional and amateur had the condition when they died.

That result came from studying the 51 brains that have been donated so far.

The wife of one late rugby league footballer is calling for more players to agree to donate their brains to research.

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What do we know about the murders of Jake and Callum Robinson?

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 22:45:00 -0000

A trial is underway in Mexico over the murders of two young Australians two years ago.

Jake and Callum Robinson and their American friend Carter Rhoad were murdered while on a surfing holiday in Baja in April 2024.

So what do we know about what happened to them?

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How One Nation would change your superannuation

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 03:50:00 -0000

One Nation is selling a superannuation policy that some economists think is a bad idea, but would see workers able to get access to more of their retirement savings, sooner.

The minor party wants to allow Australians to divert a quarter of their super payments to their bank account for up to three years.

It's being pitched as a solution to the cost of living crisis.

While it may appeal to some voters, there are warnings about what it would mean for people's savings in retirement and what it could do to inflation and the federal budget.

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How to avoid becoming a magpie swooping victim this spring

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 03:40:00 -0000

It's magpie swooping season.

But how can you avoid becoming the target of a cranky magpie that's just trying to protect its young?

Magpie experts have a few tried and tested methods to make sustaining a pecking injury less likely.

One hot tip, it doesn't involve running or waving your hands around.

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The 'feminisation' of schools claim explained

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 02:00:00 -0000

A political debate's emerged over a school program that teaches students about consent and relationships.

The discussion started when Nationals Leader Matt Canavan said the Respectful Relationships curriculum is contributing to a culture that's alienating young boys.

So, what's it all about?

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How a far-right party won in Germany for the first time since WWII

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 23:00:00 -0000

The Alternative for Germany party has won more than 44 per cent of the vote in the state of Saxony-Anhalt, led by 35-year-old former fragrance salesman Ulrich Siegmund.

It's the first time a far-right party has won a major election in Germany since World War II, when the Nazi Party was in power.

So, how did they win over voters? And what does it mean for the rest of Germany?

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Will Australia make opt-in social media algorithms the law?

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 20:00:00 -0000

Australians could soon have more control over what they see on social media under proposed digital duty of care laws.

The reforms would force major platforms to reduce harm and could expose companies to significant fines, while debate continues over algorithms, online safety, and freedom of speech.

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Hope remains in Nepal as two more rescued after floods

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 01:45:00 -0000

Aid agencies are warning that health services in Nepal are stretched, more than 10 days after devastating floods in the region.

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What happens now after the Lindsay Clancy mistrial?

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 05:29:35 -0000

The six-week criminal trial of Lindsay Clancy has collapsed without a verdict, with the judge declaring a mistrial.

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How Trump got Apple and Google Maps to eliminate Lake Ontario

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:05:00 -0000

US President Donald Trump has struck out at long time ally Canada after trade talks collapsed, renaming one of the Great Lakes of North America.

It's Lake Ontario, which borders the two countries. Or, as Trump would have you now call it, Lake America.

Can he just do that and why did Apple and Google Maps fall into line so quickly?

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The course international students are accused of gaming for visas

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0000

The Federal Government's accusing thousands of international students of abusing the visa system, entering on a course they're not really committed to just to come to or stay in Australia.

As political pressure from One Nation mounts on the government and Labor delays outlining a new approach to immigration policy, it hasn't launched a broad reworking of the international student system.

Instead - it's targeting one particular course and the students who've signed up to it.

It's called The Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning).

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What a 'very strong' El Niño means for summer

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 01:55:00 -0000

The World Meterological Organisation says the world is facing a "super-sized" El Niño event that could be the strongest in more than 70 years.

The climate pattern is expected to intensify in the coming months and persist through until February next year.

And while its no guarantee of extreme conditions through summer, experts here say it raises the odds of hot and difficult conditions.

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What Canada did to tackle its illegal tobacco problem

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:15:00 -0000

The tobacco excise debate has intensified, with the Coalition proposing to slash the tax by 80 per cent.

Throughout this debate, many health experts have cited Canada's success quashing the illicit market by slashing its tobacco taxes by around 50 per cent in the 1994

So what can we learn from the Canadian example?

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Feminist activist Gloria Steinem, dead at 92

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:30:00 -0000

Women's rights trailblazer and feminist icon, Gloria Steinem, has died at 92.

She rose to prominence as a leader of second wave feminism in the 60s and 70s and dedicated her life to activism in the pursuit of gender equality.

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Raygun documentary divides critics

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:05:00 -0000

A new Netflix documentary chronicling Rachael "Raygun" Gunn's controversial Paris 2024 Olympic breakdancing routine is dividing critics.

Is it a raw and honest reckoning with what was an amusing, perhaps cruel, and at times embarrassing affair, or is it a puff piece?

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The cost of classroom misbehaviour revealed

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:00:00 -0000

Research reveals almost one third of lesson time in Australian classrooms is being lost to student misbehaviour.

A survey conducted by the Centre for Independent Studies asked nearly 400 primary and secondary teachers about how these disruptions are affecting learning.

It also found this was having a significant impact on teacher health.

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Why are ski fields wrapping up their season early?

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:15:00 -0000

Australian ski fields have been forced to wrap up the 20-26 season early, after a warmer than average winter seriously impacted snow conditions.

And the weather bureau is also forecasting a hot spring.

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How Nepal's taking on the huge task of identifying flood disaster victims

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 22:45:00 -0000

More than 1,100 people have died in the Nepal and Tibet flood disaster, while thousands remain missing, including 38 Australians.

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Will killing social media algorithms stop misogyny?

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 08:50:00 -0000

Social media algorithms are under fire over what they're serving up to young men.

It's so bad, that Chanel Contos, a sexual consent advocate, thinks it's time to consider switching off the system that offers up content it thinks you'll like.

But how would making the algorithms opt-in reduce the influence of misogynist, so-called manosphere content?

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How Lindsay Clancy's murder trial put postpartum psychosis in the spotlight

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 04:17:38 -0000

Jury deliberations in the murder trial of American woman Lindsay Clancy have reached a stalemate after four days.

Clancy is charged with the murder of her three young children.

She doesn't deny killing them, but says a mental health condition called postpartum psychosis led to her actions.

Be aware - the details of this story are disturbing.

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Supermarkets are trialing facial recognition tech. Why are experts worried?

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:15:00 -0000

Face recognition technology is creeping in; most of us use it daily to unlock our phones, but are you comfortable with it being used by your local supermarket??

Well Coles and Woolies are trialling it - they say it's to combat crime but experts argue it raises serious concerns around privacy.

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How loose lips brought Tupac Shakur's killer undone

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 05:30:00 -0000

The former gang leader who orchestrated the killing of gangster rapper Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas has been found guilty of his murder, nearly 30 years after the drive-by shooting.

Duane Davis has been bragging about his role in the killing for years, making it difficult for his defence team to argue he wasn't to blame.

He faces a maximum sentence of life in prison without parole and has indicated he will appeal against the jury verdict.

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Why Lionel Messi called it quits after the soccer World Cup

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 03:45:00 -0000

Argentina's soccer legend Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football.

The 39-year-old made the announcement in a social media post.

It comes soon after the death of his father and six weeks since the final of the FIFA World Cup which saw Spain beat Argentina 1-0.

But he's not putting away his boots entirely.

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Are Australian businesses too slow to embrace AI?

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:15:00 -0000

Businesses around the world are embracing artificial intelligence technology, but is Australia keeping up?

The treasury department is warning that's not happening fast enough and we're at risk of falling behind.

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Why are house prices still falling?

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 23:15:00 -0000

Property prices fell in almost every capital city with Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra seeing the biggest drops last month.

The RBA's interest rate hikes and government's decision to restrict negative gearing and increase capital gains tax contributed to the price falls.

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The race to save hundreds in Nepal's hydropower tunnels

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:50:00 -0000

Nepal has a booming hydro-electric power industry with workers toiling away in underground tunnels at multiple sites.

Around 900 of these workers are believed to be trapped since the torrent of water, mud and debris tore through the border area of Nepal and Tibet.

There's hope that some of them could still be alive and there's a desperate effort to reach them, complicated by mud and damage to roads.

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How NASA's new telescope will explore the hidden universe

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 03:57:00 -0000

A new NASA telescope that could change the way we view the universe has been successfully launched into space.

The Nancy Grace Roman telescope will eventually take up position about a million miles from earth and has the ability to explore black holes, dark energy, dark matter and discover new planets.

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The scam draining Apple gift cards soon after purchase

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 03:55:00 -0000

Apple gift cards have been used by scammers who lure unsuspecting victims to send over laundered money.

But imagine if you bought gift cards from a major supermarket only to find the balance was drained when you went to make a purchase.

It involved tampering with the physical cards and victims are being given the run-around.

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Why are some politicians calling for a cut to the tobacco excise?

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:15:00 -0000

Australia's tobacco excise is increasing again this week, pushing the price of legal cigarettes and smoking products up even further.

The excise - or the tax consumers pay on tobacco products - has more than quadrupled over the past fifteen years, making cigarettes $50 or more a packet.

There's currently a a big political fight over the excise; some are calling for it to be cut because they argue the huge costs are fuelling the illicit tobacco market

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The race to find survivors after Nepal's deadly floods

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 23:00:00 -0000

The number of missing Australians in the Himalayan flooding disaster has risen to 43, with more than 800 people have killed and thousands more missing.

Australia has sent personnel and emergency aid to support rescue efforts, and international specialists are working to reach 350 workers who may have survived in underground tunnels.

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What does One Nation's historic win in WA mean for our political landscape?

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 05:00:00 -0000

WA Labor has been defeated in a state by-election that's been branded a "litmus test" for One Nation in the west.

The ABC's chief election and data analyst Casey Briggs called the seat of Secret Harbour in Perth's south for One Nation's Luke Herdegen a little over four hours after votes began to be counted.

So what does it mean for our political landscape across the country?

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Why is Nepal so susceptible to natural disasters?

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 06:03:44 -0000

Early analysis suggests a chain of events took place high in the Himalayas, leading to the catastrophic flash flooding disaster in Nepal and Tibet, killing hundreds and leaving thousands missing.

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What do we know about the response to the Nepal-Tibet floods?

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 02:39:47 -0000

Over 2000 people are missing, including dozens of Australians, after catastrophic flash flooding in Nepal and Tibet.

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The new flash flood threat for survivors in Tibet and Nepal

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 08:55:00 -0000

Rescue teams are searching for people missing in deadly flash-flooding near Nepal's border with Tibet after a pause over safety concerns about possible further flooding.

The fears are due to a lake that's been formed by debris from the devastating glacier collapse.

How big is this "barrier lake" and what is being done to try to defuse the new flash-flooding threat?

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War criminal Ratko Mladic dies in The Hague

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 03:45:00 -0000

The UN Secretary General has expressed his solidarity with the victims of the Srebrenica genocide, following the death of Ratko Mladic, saying the massacre cannot be forgotten.

The former Bosnian Serb military commander was convicted of genocide and war crimes in the Bosnian war, which is regarded as Europe's worst atrocity since World War Two.

Long referred to as the "butcher of Bosnia," he's died in custody at The Hague while serving a life sentence, aged 84.

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What do we know about the deadly floods in Nepal and Tibet

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:45:00 -0000

Search efforts continue as thousands are still missing following a devastating flash flood in Nepal and Tibet.

At least 39 Australians are among those reported missing, Foreign Minister Penny Wong says.

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Victorians could soon have right to work from home

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:00:00 -0000

The Victorian Government is proposing Australia's first laws guaranteeing some workers the right to work from home two days a week, despite warnings from business groups that the legislation will drive investment out of the state.

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Experts suspect a melting Himalayan glacier caused flood catastophe

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:55:00 -0000

What exactly caused the Himalayas catastrophe is still being investigated but scientists say the flash flood was likely caused by a landslide, triggered by the weight of a melting glacier.

They're also warning of the risk of a second flood in the region caused by debris washed into river systems.

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Should smart glasses be banned at the border?

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 04:00:00 -0000

There's talk of an import ban on so-called "smart glasses", amid an influx of low cost devices that are being used to film Australians without their consent.

The Greens plan to bring a bill to parliament when it next sits to stop the import of wearable recording devices for at least 12 months, until tougher privacy protections are in place.

Other crossbenchers have voiced their support.

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How the Nepal-Tibet flash flood unfolded

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:37:00 -0000

Hundreds are likely to have been killed in flash flooding that hit the Himalayan region along the Nepal-Tibet border.

The torrent of water swept through mountainous villages, and dozens of international travellers drawn to Nepal's scenic beauty are missing.

The Australian government says 34 Australians are among the missing.

Nick Grimm explains what we know and how the disaster unfolded.

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What's in Meta's social media addiction lawsuits settlement

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:15:00 -0000

Meta has settled a landmark court battle over teen social media addiction by agreeing to pay $23.6 billion and adding further child-safety measures to its Facebook and Instagram apps.

The agreement came ahead of Meta chief executive Mark Zuckerberg being expected to take the stand before a jury in federal court.

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Screen and stage star Tim Curry dies aged 80

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:45:00 -0000

The world's favourite stage and screen villain Tim Curry is being remembered for his unique delivery of humour, talent and bravado on the screen and stage.

He's famous for his electrifying performance as Doctor Frank N. Furter in the genre defying "Rocky Horror Picture Show", which became his debut film and a global cult classic.

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What do we know about the deadly Nepal and Tibet floods?

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:15:00 -0000

Dozens of Australians are among hundreds of people missing after deadly flash floods tore through communities along the Nepal-Tibet border.

The deluge has destroyed entire buildings along the banks of the Bhote Koshi with a devastating mudslide destroying everything in its path.

Over 150 people are confirmed to have died and at least 34 Australians are missing.

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How AI generated text is about to be exposed

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:15:00 -0000

Systems to detect when AI has been used to write an assignment, for example, are already being used at schools and universities.

But there's a change underway at some of the biggest artificial intelligence firms that could make detectors much harder to fool.

Watermarks are coming to text generated by AI chatbots. But you can't see it and you probably won't be able to tell if it's been applied.

How does it work?

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Dolly Parton: a life of music, fashion and philanthropy

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 22:45:00 -0000

Country music legend Dolly Parton has died aged 80.

She leaves behind a legacy of songwriting, film, fashion and philanthropy.

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Are domestic data centres worth the cost?

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:45:00 -0000

Australia's being pitched as a potential global powerhouse for data centres.

These are the massive facilities that store, process and move the data behind everything from cloud computing to artificial intelligence.

But as billions of dollars flow into new projects, a fierce debate is emerging over who benefits, and who bears the cost.

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Why are young adults worried home ownership isn't possible

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:45:00 -0000

New research shows the Australian dream of buying a home feels out of reach for the majority of young adults.

The challenges facing this group means the path to financial independence is becoming longer.

And that impacts older generations too.

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Why ARIA won't ban all AI in music

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 03:55:00 -0000

Musicians in Australia will soon have to prove whether their songs have been created with artificial intelligence.

From Friday, wholly AI-created music will be excluded from Australia's official music charts, unless it's substantially human-made, doesn't raise manipulation concerns, or uses legal AI services.

How will it work?

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The 'costly' WA GST deal Albanese just vowed to keep

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 03:50:00 -0000

The Federal Government is openly criticising the work of the Productivity Commission as debate continues over how revenue from the Goods and Services Tax is shared.

In an interim report, the independent commission says the current deal, struck in 2018, gives Western Australia too much of the money generated by the GST and it should be rewritten.

But Prime Minister Anthony Albanese insists that won't be happening and his resources minister has accused the commission of ignoring concerns held by the WA government.

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What's behind Australia's largest outbreak of diphtheria

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:45:00 -0000

Diphtheria is spreading in Australia at a record rate.

More than 500 cases have been recorded, primarily in the Northern Territory and Western Australia, as well as in South Australia and Queensland.

That's the largest outbreak of the disease since records began.

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Bird flu now detected in mammals. Are humans at risk?

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 22:45:00 -0000

Australia has recorded its first H5N1 bird flu in mammals. So what does it mean for other wildlife, and how worried should we be about human cases?

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How Putin's invasion put democracy on hold in Ukraine

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 06:18:00 -0000

Ukraine's President Volodomyr Zelenskyy has rejected calls to hold a wartime election, warning it would split the nation in two.

These are first comments on the issue since the former Defence Minister called for a poll.

Elections are suspended in Ukraine due to martial law which was imposed when Russia invaded.

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How costume creativity can make Book Week affordable

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 06:10:00 -0000

It's that time of year again. Children's Book Week is officially underway across the country.

A cavalcade of kids have been arriving at schools dressed as their favourite literary characters.

But what about the parents? For them, does Book Week just mean extra stress? And already busy schedules further crowded by late nights perfecting costumes, not to mention the additional hit to the hip pocket?

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Will AI data centre rules be imposed on the states?

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 02:00:00 -0000

The federal government is intending to push ahead with new national energy and water rules for AI data centres. And despite opposition from some states and territories, it seems the government's willing to go over their heads and force the changes.

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Australian mammal dies from bird flu... what does it mean for wildlife?

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:45:00 -0000

The H5 strain of bird flu has been detected in a mammal in Australia for the first time.

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Why Canada walked away from US trade talks

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 03:45:00 -0000

Tensions between the US and Canada are intensifying, with both sides imposing tit-for-tat tariffs.

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What we know now about the Sydney Swans scandal

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 08:45:00 -0000

A lawyer representing two women involved in the Sydney Swans scandal says his clients intend to seek damages for "pain and suffering" following the incident.

ABC reporting suggests there's an allegation that one player touched a woman without her consent.

How has the scandal unfolded?

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The alleged plot to steal Ukraine's defence secrets

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:55:00 -0000

The Australian Federal Police have charged a dual Russian-Australian citizen with foreign interference, accusing the man of attempting to send secrets to Russia.

It's alleged he infiltrated the Ukrainian military with ulterior motives.

It's the first time that someone has been charged since Australia introduced tougher foreign interference laws in 2018.

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Can AI help ease traffic congestion?

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:45:00 -0000

A Queensland council is hoping a trial of traffic lights equipped with artificial intelligence will help ease congestion.

In an Australian first Moreton Bay council north of Brisbane will install the AI powered light at one intersection.

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What's prompting the gear shift from petrol to electric vehicles?

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:15:00 -0000

Electric vehicles are no longer a niche choice in Australia.

More drivers than ever are swapping petrol for battery power, with recent data showing almost half of all new vehicles sold in the first half of the year were either electric or hybrid.

And for the first time, battery-electric vehicles edged ahead of petrol hybrids.

So, are we reaching a tipping point?

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How missing hiker Lily Hooper was mistakenly reported alive

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:02:00 -0000

NSW Police have apologised "unreservedly" after the family of missing bushwalker Lily Hooper were mistakenly told she had been found alive.

The 18 year old's disappearance sparked an eight-day search in the New South Wales Southern Highlands.

Hopes were raised for a short time due to a miscommunication, but a body believed to be that of Ms Hooper was located in bushland.

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What Harry and Meghan will do back in Britain

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:00:00 -0000

The British Royals who left their day jobs in the UK and embarked on a new life in the United States are going home.

Prince Harry and Meghan are set to arrive within two weeks, as Harry hopes to spend more time with his father, the King.

But reconciling a fractured relationship with his brother, William, the heir to the throne, might be a step too far.

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Why isn't Israel pursuing criminal charges over the killing of Zomi Frankcom?

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 02:55:00 -0000

There's been widespread anger over Israel's decision not to pursue criminal charges against soldiers involved in the deaths of seven humanitarian workers, including Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom.

Foreign Minister Penny Wong says she's outraged by the decision and she's expressed Australia's concerns directly with the Israeli ambassador.

So who was Zomi Frankcom and how was she killed?

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Sydney Swans in chaos as investigation continues

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 02:50:00 -0000

Five Sydney Swans players remain suspended for the rest of the 2026 AFL season for breaching the club's behavioural standards.

Swans Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner, Nick Blakey, Riley Bice and James Jordon are also linked to a police investigation into sexual assault allegations at East Melbourne's Pullman Hotel on Monday morning.

The players are yet to be formally interviewed or charged, and it is not suggested that any of them are being accused of sexual assault.

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What's Roblox and why is the regulator cracking down on it?

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:00:00 -0000

Australia's eSafety Commissioner will be able to take the gaming platform to court if it finds Roblox is not honouring its commitments to keep Australian children safe.

The court-enforceable undertaking is the latest example of eSafety using its enforcement powers against online platforms.

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What Sydney Swans players did to deserve a ban

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 08:20:00 -0000

Five Sydney Swans players have now been stood down for the rest of the season for breaching behavioural standards over their late night drinking and bringing women back to their hotel.

At the same time, an investigation by Victoria police continues into a report of sexual assault at the hotel where the Swans were staying.

It is not suggested that any of the banned players are being accused, and the club says none of them have been formally interviewed by police.

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New details emerge in Hayden Panettiere's shock death

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 02:50:00 -0000

There's been intense speculation surrounding the shock death of US actor Hayden Panettiere on Sunday.

Her on-off boyfriend Brian Hickerson and his brother Zach were at the South Carolina apartment where she died suddenly aged 36, according to a police report.

Who was Hayden Panettiere and what is known about her death?

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Why is Meta on trial in California?

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 21:45:00 -0000

Social media giant Meta is on trial in California in a case that could force the company to make fundamental changes to Instagram and Facebook.

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Mushroom killer Erin Patterson's appeal explained

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:50:00 -0000

Mushroom murderer Erin Patterson's appeal against her triple murder conviction will be heard on Wednesday August 19 and Thursday August 20.

Patterson is serving life in prison after she killed family members using poisonous death cap mushrooms hidden in a beef wellington lunch.

She was sentenced to a non-parole period of 33 years in September last year.

Why does she insist there's been a miscarriage of justice?

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Are the gambling ad laws reform or capitulation?

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 08:40:00 -0000

After weeks of negotiations, the government has struck a deal with the Coalition to pass its long awaited gambling ad laws.

The amendments include a centralised system for opting out of online advertising, and some restrictions on inducements.

The deal has been criticised by anti-gambling advocates, the crossbench, and some Coalition MPs for falling short of the recommendations of a review which called for a blanket advertising ban.

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No arrests after Sydney Swans incident in Melbourne

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0000

Victoria Police is continuing its investigation into an alleged sexual assault at the hotel the Sydney Swans AFL players stayed in over the weekend.

Several of the club's players have been linked to the investigation, but there is still no confirmation they're directly involved.

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Tupak Shakur murder trial begins in Las Vegas

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 04:00:00 -0000

It's been almost 30 years since American rapper, Tupac Shakur was gunned down in a drive-by shooting in Las Vegas.

After decades of swirling conspiracies a murder trial is now underway.

Opening statements have been delivered with the prosecution arguing the 1996 killing was 'an act of revenge' but the accused is maintaining his innocence.

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How to tackle Australia's illegal tobacco trade?

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:55:00 -0000

The illegal tobacco trade in Australia is booming after years of steep increases in the cost of legal cigarettes.

Australia's had a tobacco excise since federation, but over the past 15 years it's more than quadrupled, making cigarettes $50 or more a packet.

Now there are calls to slash the excise in a bid to stamp out organised crime linked to the illicit tobacco trade.

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Could superannuation help with cost-of-living pressures?

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:45:00 -0000

One Nation says Australians should have greater access to their retirement savings while they're still working.

And that's reignited debate over whether the current rules are too restrictive or not.

So how does super currently work?

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Sydney Swans involved in 'alleged incident'

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 05:47:00 -0000

The Sydney Swans AFL club has confirmed several players were involved in an "alleged incident" in Melbourne.

The club issued a statement at the same time that Victoria Police released details of an investigation into a report of a sexual assault at an East Melbourne hotel.

Details are thin, but here's what we know.

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Trump slams 'hostile' US-South Korea military drills

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 05:42:00 -0000

US President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to scale back joint military exercises with South Korea, saying the nation had declined to help denuclearise Iran.

He also brought up his good relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.

It's another case of Trump taking aim at a strong ally of the United States.

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How do deepfake scams work and how can you avoid them?

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 01:55:00 -0000

Artificial intelligence is making investment scams more convincing than ever.

Fake videos featuring well-known Australians are flooding social media feeds, costing people hundreds of millions of dollars.

So how do these scams work, and how can you avoid them?

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Is Australia at risk of a measles outbreak?

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 22:55:00 -0000

Australia eliminated measles more than a decade ago but that doesn't mean it can't come back.New research suggests around 1.7 million people may not be fully protected against the highly infectious disease.

So who's most at risk?

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How will the NSW gun buyback work?

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 01:30:00 -0000

NSW will become the first state to sign up to the federal government's gun buyback scheme, announced following the December 14 Bondi Beach terror attack.

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Why did Luigi Mangione make shock confession in court?

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 04:45:00 -0000

Luigi Mangione has admitted to shooting United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City in 2024, and pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges, resulting in death. He's also told why he tracked down and shot the executive, in one of America’s most high profile criminal cases.

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The predicted impacts of bird flu on coastal communities

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:00:00 -0000

Australia's wildlife authorities and coastal communities remain on high alert as the deadly H5 strain of bird flu continues its advance across the country.

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Will 'east-coast clowns' kill WA's special GST deal?

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:35:00 -0000

Get ready for an almighty battle between Western Australia and the productivity commission and the states who think it's had it too good for too long.

The lucrative deal on how the proceeds of the GST are distributed has come under new scrutiny with a report declaring it has led to perverse outcomes that favour WA.

How does the West benefit under the deal?almighty

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Nigel Farage celebrates victory over Count Binface

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 04:05:00 -0000

Far-right populist politician Nigel Farage has won one of the most unusual by-elections in recent history in the UK.

He was up against more than 30 independent candidates, among them a comedian known as Count Binface.

But his victory party may be cut short as scrutiny continues over donations.

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Should AI be taking notes about your health?

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 01:55:00 -0000

Artificial intelligence tools are listening to many people's medical appointments, but they're not always producing accurate summaries.

One patient has described how a letter from a specialist to her GP included a false suggestion that she was taking illegal drugs.

A so-called AI scribe had been used by the doctor.

New research by a privacy watchdog has raised serious concerns about AI being used in medical settings due to its propensity to "hallucinate" false symptoms or conditions, and warned patients were at risk.

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Third Sydney Airport take-off incident in less than three weeks

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:45:00 -0000

Safety authorities are investigating a third runway incident at Sydney airport in as many weeks.

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How former military lawyer David McBride ended up in jail

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:50:00 -0000

David McBride is a former military lawyer who shared classified defence documents with a journalist.

The material led to an ABC investigation that revealed allegations of soldiers being involved in illegal killings, even though that wasn't McBride's intention.

Now, after spending years in jail, he's been freed on parole.

What happened to him has raised questions about the plight of whistleblowers in Australia.

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Now the Tomago aluminium smelter is saved, how will we power it?

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 03:48:00 -0000

A bailout of the country's largest aluminium smelter will cost taxpayers $2.5 billion, with the New South Wales and federal governments to split the bill down the middle.

The Tomago aluminium plant is in the New South Wales Hunter region and is currently Australia's largest electricity user.

So, will there be enough renewable power to keep it online into the future at an affordable price?

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Will Mounjaro ever be added to the PBS?

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:45:00 -0000

A new generation of weight loss medication has been up-ending the industry and Australians are trying to get their hands on the drugs.

But they're expensive and the Australian Government has been locked in complicated negotiations with the manufacturer of Mounjaro to have it added to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.

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Should prisoners keep their right to 'open air'?

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:00:00 -0000

A bill set to pass the Victorian parliament this week would give prison guards the power to deny inmates their one hour a day of outdoor time.

It's currently a legal right that was affirmed in a court ruling in January.

But the government wants to limit that right, in part to protect itself from future lawsuits.

That's got human rights lawyers and Victoria's representative body for First Nations' people up in arms.

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The furore over Albanese and Japanese melons explained

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:00:00 -0000

The Prime Minister continues to be attacked by his political opponents over comments he made about the Japanese prime minister and a gift of melons.

Anthony Albanese spoke about the fruit on a comedy podcast last month, while making hand gestures in front of his chest.

He's since denied he was being disrespectful to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

What is the furore all about?

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Why was Trump sneaked out of Air Force One in a catering truck?

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:45:00 -0000

It sounds like something out of a blockbuster movie: the US president, an assassination threat, a decoy plane…and a catering truck. But it’s no Hollywood plot. Some US new outlets are reporting that last month, an elaborate ruse took place in July when Donald Trump was in Ankara for a NATO summit.

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Why the RBA left interest rates on hold

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 08:26:00 -0000

The Reserve Bank has decided to leave interest rates on hold today.

But the governor is warning Inflation is still too high and if it doesn't come down another rate rise is inevitable.

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Why rapists' names have been kept secret

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 06:49:00 -0000

The Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has announced plans to abolish suppression orders protecting the identities of convicted rapists.

The moves come two weeks after he took over as leader and as his Labor government struggles in the polls ahead of the November state election.

Legal experts say it's a good start, but doing away with suppression orders during trials is needed for better courtroom transparency.

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Why Israel rejected Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 01:45:00 -0000

US President Donald Trump has been claiming a major breakthrough for Gaza after his Board of Peace brokered a deal for Hamas to hand over its weapons.

But Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Hamas's proposed plan for disarming is "unacceptable", rejecting the Trump administration's plans to end fighting in the Palestinian territory.

What was proposed and what went wrong?

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What is the Census and what happens if you don’t do it?

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 21:45:00 -0000

After five years, it’s come back around again: Tuesday the 11th of August is Census night. But what’s the Census for, and what happens if you don't do it?

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Why are car insurances getting so expensive?

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 20:45:00 -0000

If you thought your car insurance was getting more expensive, you're not alone.

Premiums soared above inflation in the 2024-25 financial year and the corporate regulator ASIC has put some car insurance companies on notice for failing to explain why costs are rising.

While the insurance sector says there's valid reasons for the trend, ASIC's investigation reveals there's still room for companies to charge less.

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Why is SA holding a royal commission into AI?

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0000

South Australia will hold a royal commission into artificial intelligence.

It will be the first inquiry into AI at such a high level in Australia and is expected to run for nine months.

But with SA's inquiry into social media leading to a ban for under 16s, could this inquiry also lead to national policy?

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Sydney Airport's had two near misses on the runway within a fortnight

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:00:00 -0000

Two planes narrowly avoided crashing into each other at Sydney Airport on the weekend.

It was less than a fortnight after another near miss at Australia's busiest airport.

Now, the federal transport minister has called in the head of Airservices Australia for an emergency meeting over staffing pressures and growing safety concerns.

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Who killed Tupac? Three decades later, we may get some answers

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 22:45:00 -0000

New details about the 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur could be revealed in a murder trial set to begin in Las Vegas this week

Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who police accuse of orchestrating the rap icon's murder, has pleaded not guilty.

The case is one of hip hop's most enduring mysteries and Davis is the only person to have faced charges over Shakur's death.

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Australians urged to check who'll inherit their superannuation

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 16:00:00 -0000

Super Consumers research shows that about 15.7 million people do not have a binding death benefit nomination, meaning their super fund can decide who inherits their accumulated super and any insurance when they die.

Not all funds offer binding death benefit nominations, so Australians are being urged to check.

The federal government has been consulting on whether to introduce mandatory time frames for super funds to respond to claims and will soon announce a decision.

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What do we know about US ambassador to Australia David Brat?

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 03:45:00 -0000

The new United States ambassador to Australia is former Republican congressman David Brat.

Both sides of federal politics have welcomed his confirmation.

But outside political circles, some commentators have been more critical.

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Which animals are at risk amid the global bird flu outbreak?

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 01:00:00 -0000

There are now more than 200 confirmed cases of the deadly H5N1 bird flu across Australia.

It's spread to five states, with South Australia recording the highest number of cases.

And testing has confirmed Australia's first mass wildlife death event linked to bird flu on an island off the state's south-east coast.

So, what do we know about this strain of bird flu?

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Kmart 'smart glasses' spark privacy panic

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:45:00 -0000

Kmart's $89 camera glasses, similar to the more expensive Meta version, promise to provide the ability to capture photos and videos hands-free. Campaigners against smart glasses are urging the Australian government to implement harsher laws on non-consensual filming.

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Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan sign defence pact

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 05:45:00 -0000

Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan have signed a joint defence agreement to boost their collective security, amid continuing tensions between Iran and the United States. What will it mean for the region?

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Jake Kolodjashnij identified as player who signed concussion waiver

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 04:00:00 -0000

Jake Kolodjashnij has been confirmed as the Geelong player who struck a deal with the club to assume legal responsibility for any future head injuries he may suffer while playing.

The 30-year-old Kolodjashnij has suffered with head injuries over his career, but has been a regular in the Geelong side over the last few seasons.

It's kicked off another widespread discussion of how contact sports deal with concussion and the wellbeing of players.

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Why is Abdul El-Sayed's win in Michigan getting so much attention?

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0000

In the US state of Michigan, a race between two Democratic senator hopefuls is making headlines.

The contest was won by Abdul El-Sayed with a razor thin margin of less than one per cent.

His victory is being seen as a major win for the progressive wing of the Democratic Party, which is challenging the party's establishment figures.

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Are more civilians being targeted in Ukraine war?

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 03:45:00 -0000

Ukraine is struggling to cope with the rate of Russian ballistic missiles.

President Volodomyrr Zelenskyy says a massive wave of Russian strikes on Kyiv has killed at least 17 and injured dozens more.

He says lives could have been saved with more missile interceptors and it marks a rise in the numbers of civilians killed in the war.

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Why Elon Musk's rocket hit the moon

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:45:00 -0000

A huge piece of a SpaceX rocket, floating in space since last year, is believed to have smashed into the moon at high speed.

It's another reminder of the growing mass of space junk that humans have left either in orbit or shooting off into space.

So why did this rocket end up on a collision course with the moon?

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Is the hype around Australia's athletics justified?

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0000

The Commonwealth games have wrapped up this week in Glasgow and once again Australia has done really well.

Our athletes finished right on top of the medal tally, taking a whopping 171 medals in total.

The Aussies were an absolute force in the pool, but Australia's success in track and field disciplines has got a lot of attention.

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Jetstar to charge for carry-on luggage

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 02:00:00 -0000

Heading off for a weekend will come with an extra cost if you're flying Jetstar... unless you are a really light packer.

The budget airline 's announced it'll scrap its free 7 kilogram carry on allowance from February. And travellers aren't happy.

So, how is Jetstar justifying the change?

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Concern over use of unregulated peptides in young men

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:45:00 -0000

More young Australian men are using unregulated peptides, blinded by the promise of a ripped physique and not understanding the damage to their long-term health.

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Senate inquiry hears explosive gambling allegations

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:45:00 -0000

A Senate inquiry into the government's proposed changes to gambling laws has uncovered explosive allegations about the gambling industry.

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Why Trump's buying Japanese currency

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 05:55:00 -0000

The US and Japan have confirmed that they jointly intervened last week to halt a slide in the value of the Japanese currency.

The Yen had dropped fto a new 40-year low when the US and Japan went on a buying spree designed to stop it from falling further.

But why would the United States get involved to help the economy of a trading partner?

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How scrutiny drove Ariana Grande from the spotlight

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 03:30:00 -0000

Ariana Grande has announced she is taking a break after her current tour.

The three-time Grammy winner has been the subject of immense public scrutiny over her physical appearance and health.

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Research finds new clues about protecting virtues of breastmilk

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 23:45:00 -0000

Scientists have discovered clues into how a protein in breastmilk protects against respiratory infections in babies.

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What bird flu 'mass mortality' means for wildlife

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 08:42:00 -0000

It's increasingly looking like the H5 N1 strain of bird flu is here to stay in Australia after more than 80 birds were found either dead or sick on South Australia's south-east coast.

The federal government has allocated more funding to try and manage the outbreak.

But wildlife rescuers are worried sick animals are being left to die.

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How Alan Jones ended up charged with sexual assault

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 05:45:00 -0000

The closely watched trial of Alan Jones is now underway with the veteran broadcaster accused of sexual assault.

He dies all the charges and it's a judge alone trial, with evidence now being heard about alleged offences over a 17 year period.

How did the once powerful media figure end up in court?

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When will property prices bounce back?

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 03:36:00 -0000

House prices are down across Australia and even previously resilient property markets are now in decline too.

Analysts point to consecutive interest rate hikes, and government tax changes behind the weakness in the property market.

But will the downturn last?

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Why is the price of fuel going up again?

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 23:45:00 -0000

With the government’s fuel excise discount gone and the war in the middle east dragging on, how much pain should motorists be bracing for?

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Why did 50,000 migrants attempt to swim to Ceuta?

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 05:45:00 -0000

The EU will hold an emergency meeting about a mass influx of migrants in the Spanish North African territory of Ceuta. Authorities say more than 50,000 people crossed into Ceuta in one day, though most have returned to Morocco. At least 67 people died attempting to make the crossing.

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Infantino under pressure after World Cup sell-off plans scrapped

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 03:45:00 -0000

The plan to sell off soccer's World Cup was controversial... and turned out to be shortlived.

After an intense backlash, FIFA boss Gianni Infantino has scrapped his plans to sell a stake in the World Cup - and other events - to private investors.

In a statement, he said that after listening carefully to different views, it's become clear the project has created divisions that are no longer in the interest of the objective set out in the first place.

The backdown comes after one of his senior advisors resigned too.

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Anthropic's Claude AI hacking spree revealed

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:39:00 -0000

The two leading AI companies in the world, Anthropic and OpenAI, have revealed breaches where their models broke out of tests and hacked into other companies.

In the latest case Claude models started roaming the internet.

It's a warning about what these advanced models are capable of if there's any lapse in cyber security safeguards.

What do we know about why this is happening?

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Has Trump's 'Board of Peace' really disarmed Hamas in Gaza?

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 03:48:00 -0000

Gaza's ruling militant group Hamas has agreed to lay down its arms under the US president's peace plan.

Donald Trump has announced on social media that his so-called 'Board of Peace' has reached a deal for the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza.

ABC Americas editor John Lyons explains why it may just happen.

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What will happen with petrol prices when the fuel excise ends?

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 02:00:00 -0000

Petrol prices are expected to jump after a 16-cent cut in the fuel excise expires as of Monday.

And, of course, this is amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East where a fresh wave of attacks from the United States and Iran this week has made shipping even more treacherous across the Strait of Hormuz.

It's seen the price of oil also rise steadily the past few weeks.

So, what can we expect to see at the bowser?

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European FIFA boycott spells trouble for Gianni Infantino

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:45:00 -0000

It is probably an understatement to say that football's world governing body, FIFA, is no stranger to controversy.

But it looks like the organisation's current boss, Gianni Infantino, has pushed things a bit too far.

He's been dealt a huge blow in his bid to sell stakes in the soccer World Cup to private investors.

Fifty-five European countries have now promised to boycott all FIFA competitions if the proposal goes ahead.

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Did the Telegram app keep extemist content online?

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 05:50:00 -0000

The eSafety commissioner has taken action against the messaging app "Telegram" for not taking steps to remove terror content.

The commissioner has launched Federal Court proceedings against the app, alleging the platform left videos of mass shootings and executions up for weeks after they were flagged.

Julie Inman Grant says Telegram has failed to comply with its obligations under Australian law.

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Why is FIFA embroiled in controversy... AGAIN?

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 01:45:00 -0000

Outrage over soccer governing body FIFA's plans to sell stakes in a nearly AU$29 billion subsidiary to manage its competitions is continuing.

FIFA wants a venture capital firm run by the brother of US President Donald Trump's son-in-law to lead a group of private backers.

The governing body of European soccer remains steadfast in its rejection of the move, saying FIFA cannot continue to use the sport to enrich themselves and their friends.

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AstraZeneca backs down on breast cancer and endometriosis drug

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 22:45:00 -0000

A drug company that had been planning to remove a breast cancer and endometriosis medication from Australian shelves now says it will offer it for free to all patients who need it, indefinitely.

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Did another interest rate rise just evaporate?

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 06:02:00 -0000

The most important bit of data is in ahead of the August Reserve Bank board meeting to set the direction of interest rates.

It's inflation, and the rate of price rises is still too high, but crucially, it came in below expectations and plenty of traders on the markets now think interest rates will stay where they are, for now at least.

What does the data reveal about the cost of living and your mortgage repayments?

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How a Qantas plane flew 24-hours to Europe

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 02:15:00 -0000

A Qantas aircraft set to be used for direct flights between Australia and Europe has completed a marathon 24-hour test flight from Melbourne to France.

When launched, the route will become the world's longest commercial passenger service.

How do the pilots achieve such a feat?

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Banks compensating customers over mortgage offset failures

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 22:45:00 -0000

Millions of Australians use offset accounts to reduce interest costs on their mortgage, but the corporate regulator says some banks are not delivering the savings as promised.

ASIC found Australian banks paid more than $55 million in compensation to customers in just two years, for failures with mortgage offset accounts.

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Can Ben Carroll save Labor in Victoria?

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 08:55:00 -0000

Ben Carroll is Victoria's 50th premier, but his rise to the top job did not come without a fight, and he has a battle ahead of him against public opinion in the state.

He rose the ranks from a Kmart worker, to become a state MP in 2012 and eventually the leader of the Labor party.

But can he distinguish himself from the former Labor leaders Jacinta Allan and Daniel Andrews and turn the polls around for Labor before the next election?

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Would slashing housing rules boost supply?

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 03:55:00 -0000

Could we be building more homes in Australia if complex regulations were wound back?

What rules should we have around minimum floor space for homes, the size of windows or the number of car parks on site?

The government's economic think tank the Productivity Commission has some suggestions that could makes homes cheaper and faster to build.

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Jacinta Allan's leadership of Victoria comes to an end

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 01:45:00 -0000

Victoria has a new premier with Jacinta Allan's former deputy Ben Carroll elected unopposed following a chaotic Labor caucus meeting.

Jactina Allan reluctantly resigned, after facing sustained pressure over slumping polling numbers and allegations of corruption in the construction sector.

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What's fuelling Europe's 'fire of the century'?

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 23:45:00 -0000

Hundres of thousands of people in France and Spain displaced by unprecedented wildfires say they are victims of the climate crisis, as the blaze burns dangerously close to the city of Bordeaux.

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What do rising cases of H5 bird flu mean for Australia?

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:15:00 -0000

As the CSIRO tests a cluster of dead and sick birds found in South Australia, there are growing fears the H5 flu virus is now spreading between local wildlife.Australia already has at least 20 confirmed cases, and the discovery of five dead birds in one location has prompted renewed calls by environmentalists for stronger action.But, the Australian Government says it's confident the nation's biosecurity system is responding appropriately.

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Did the AusAlert emergency siren reach your phone?

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 05:57:00 -0000

Australia's new AusAlert emergency system has sent a 10-second test warning signal to all compatible mobile phones and devices across the country.

It will be officially used from October during natural disasters or public safety situations like terrorist attacks.

But some people didn't receive the alert and there are number of reasons why that might be the case.

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How 'cockroaches' challenged the Indian government

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 22:45:00 -0000

In India, a protest movement of so called cockroaches have led to a huge change at the very top of government - claiming the scalp of the country's Education Minister.

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What are some potential risks of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 06:30:00 -0000

The rise of GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro has transformed the treatment of obesity and type 2 diabetes. But as their use rapidly increases, a growing list of potential risks are emerging.So how do GLP-1 drugs work? And what are the potential risks and benefits?

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Is Trump's new tariff on Australia justified or 'ludicrous'?

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 07:47:00 -0000

A new 12.5 per cent tariff is now in effect for Australian goods imported to the United States, after the Trump administration announced new levies for all of its major trading partners.

It's been described as 'completely unjustified', but why is Australia being targeted with a higher rate and what will it mean for our exporters?

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Are fuel prices set to spike again?

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 23:45:00 -0000

Roughly a month after the global fuel crisis looked to be settling down, things have fallen apart.

The latest escalation in the Middle East is from the Iran-backed Houthi Rebels attacking Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea and rocking global trade.

So what will the impact be on fuel supplies and prices here in Australia?

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Are the Commonwealth Games still worth it?

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 22:00:00 -0000

The Commonwealth Games have begun in Glasgow, Scotland.

But they were originally supposed to be held in Victoria, with the state government cancelling due to escalating costs.

So do the games stack up financially, and are they still relevant?

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The Origin Energy customer data breach explained

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:55:00 -0000

Energy company Origin has confirmed there has been unauthorised access to and disclosure of some customers' data, with dates of birth and the last few digits of credit cards potentially revealed.

Reports suggest a hacker might be sharing details with news outlets.

So, what do we know and how worried should you be if you're an Origin customer?

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Why Trump's nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia is risky

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 03:50:00 -0000

The US and Saudi Arabia have reached an agreement on civil nuclear power, a deal that allows the kingdom to build nuclear reactors using American technology and to enrich uranium.

Some concerns have been raised though about the spread of nuclear technology and whether Saudi Arabia could eventually develop nuclear weapons.

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Is the housing boom coming to an end?

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 01:45:00 -0000

Australia's housing market has hit a turning point, with prices falling nationally for the first time in more than three years.

Domain's quarterly report shows combined capital city prices dropped 1.4 percent over the quarter, while units fell 1.2 percent.

So could this be the end of the housing boom?

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What is CTE and why are brain experts concerned?

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 22:45:00 -0000

Brain injury experts and sports professionals are calling for changes in sports at all levels to help prevent neurodegenerative diseases linked to repeated impacts to the head.

The discussion has been reignited after Former Socceroos captain and Australian soccer icon Paul Wade announced he'd been diagnosed with suspected chronic traumatic encephalopathy or CTE.

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AI agent goes rogue in 'unprecedented incident'

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 20:45:00 -0000

ChatGPT maker OpenAI says it is still investigating an “unprecedented cyber incident” that led its artificial intelligence systems to break out of a testing environment and hack into another AI company.

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Why Rebel Wilson was accused of defamation

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 05:52:00 -0000

Hollywood actor and director Rebel Wilson has been cleared of defamation against the lead actor on her film The Deb.

Charlotte MacInnes sued Ms Wilson in the Federal Court over a series of social media posts.

How did it play out?

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Why is Trump threatening to bomb Iran's Pickaxe Mountain?

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 01:45:00 -0000

The war in the middle east is intensifying.

Over the past two weeks, in the wake of a failed ceasefire, the US has escalated strikes on Iran, and so too has Iran on shipping, and its Gulf neighbours.

President Donald Trump says the US isn't finished.

He's warning American forces could soon target a location known as Pickaxe Mountain, near Iran's heavily damaged Natanz uranium enrichment facility.

So what is pickaxe mountain and why is Trump talking about it?

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One Nation’s growing regional campaign

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:45:00 -0000

Pauline Hanson’s support base has always been in regional Australia and now it's growing fast.One Nation is pouring money into campaigning in regional areas in the hope of turning new support into seats in parliament.

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Why a siren is set to blare from your mobile

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:45:00 -0000

At 2pm AEST on Monday 27th July an emergency siren will sound on just about every mobile phone in Australia.

It's called AusAlert and the new emergency system is being tested ahead of its potential use during times of crisis across Australia.

Here's what you need to know about the safety system.

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What happens if Chinese AI is better and cheaper?

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 06:28:00 -0000

Financial markets and AI enthusiasts are increasingly taking notice of what's happening in China.

Over the weekend, a Chinese start-up known as Moonshot, released a new AI model called Kimi K3 that rivals the flagship versions from Anthropic and OpenAI, but at a fraction of the price.

What does this mean for the race to dominate the AI future?

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What the Houthi blockade on Saudi Arabia means for global oil supplies

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 01:45:00 -0000

The price of oil could spike further if Yemen's Houthi rebels succeed in their blockade of Saudi Arabia.

The conflict between the Houthis and the Saudis has flared up again in the last week.

It threatens to disrupt shipping in the Red Sea, through which the Saudis have been exporting millions of barrels of oil, while the Strait of Hormuz, on the other side of the Arabian Peninsula is also blocked.

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Mum of four gives birth to quadruplets in possible world first.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:45:00 -0000

An Australian mother has given birth to identical quadruplets in what doctors have described as one of the rarest births in the world, as they developed from a single fertilised egg and shared the same placenta.

What makes Australia's identical quadruplets so biologically rare?

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Why is the Pine Gap defence facility attracting new protests?

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 04:04:00 -0000

Hundreds of protesters have gathered this week at Pine Gap in the Northern Territory, calling for the defence facility to be shut down.

They're concerned about the expansion of the secretive base.

Pine Gap is about 18 kilometres south-west of Alice Springs and while it was originally sold to the public as a space base, the joint Australian-US facility has since expanded to become a major intelligence and surveillance facility.

Its mission and secrecy have made it the target of countless protests.

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Could influencer Andrew Tate end up in a UK court?

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:57:00 -0000

British prosecutors are seeking extradition of Andrew and Tristan Tate from the United States after the influencer brothers were arrested on the weekend.

How did it come to this and what are they accused of?

They're facing further rape and sex trafficking charges.

It bring the total number of alleged victims in the UK to seven and are the latest in a long-running international legal saga involving the brothers that has spanned the US, Britain and Romania.

The brothers are big in the so-called manosphere and are known for their social media empire promoting wealth, male dominance and misogyny.

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How Spain dominated Argentina in the FIFA World Cup final

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 01:50:00 -0000

Spain has beaten Argentina 1-0 to win the 2026 World Cup, with Ferran Torres coming off the bench to score the winner in extra time against 10-man Argentina.

Torres's goal came at the start of the second period of extra time, after a furiously tense final at the New York/New Jersey stadium in Meadowlands ended goalless after 90 minutes.

The win gives Spain its second men's World Cup title, echoing the extra-time goal by Andrés Iniesta in 2010 that led to its first title.

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What’s the response been to Pauline Hanson’s overseas trip?

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:45:00 -0000

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has wrapped up her almost two-week trip to Britain and Europe - a trip she called a "fact finding mission".

She’s copped criticism for appearing on a right-wing podcast and for comments about Muslim Australians and Australia's immigration policies, just as the federal government has responded to the Special Envoy's report on Islamophobia.

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Pauline Hanson's controversial European 'fact finding' tour

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 05:45:00 -0000

During the One Nation leader's two-week trip, which Pauline Hanson called a fact-finding mission, she's recorded a podcast episode with far-right campaigner and convicted criminal Tommy Robinson, stayed at a luxury resort, and been touted as a guest speaker at a political gala dinner closed to media.

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Why does Donald Trump say the US election system is at risk?

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:00:00 -0000

In a televised address to his nation, the US President Donald Trump has claimed the American election system is under threat from hacking, foreign interference and exploitation.What has the president alleged and what evidence does he have?

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Who is Tommy Robinson, and why is he so controversial?

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 03:06:24 -0000

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson is once again causing controversy - appearing on a podcast with convicted criminal and far right activist Tommy Robinson in the UK. So who is Tommy Robinson and why is this conversation so controversial?

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Messi and Yamal will meet again in the World Cup final

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0000

The soccer word cup final will see two giant nations of the game face each other early on Monday.

Spain and Argentina have a shot at history and so will the countries' respective superstars Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal.

And although these two are at opposite ends of their careers, they've actually already met.

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Proposed Laos methanol charges criticised as too lenient

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 22:45:00 -0000

A devastating methanol poisoning incident that killed two Aussie teenagers in Laos in 2024 is back in the spotlight, with the Laos government getting ready to lay charges against those allegedly responsible.

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Will states and territories back Albanese's AI plan?

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:30:00 -0000

The Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is urging state and territory leaders to back his government's plan for a national framework to regulate artificial intelligence ahead of a meeting of national cabinet next month.What will it take to achieve a unified approach?

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Can big tech and creative copyright law coexist?

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0000

The Prime Minister has unveiled Australia's AI strategy and signalled that AI companies will not be able to use Australian music, art, books or news to train AI without the consent of the content makers. So who will benefit, and who won’t?

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Are fuel prices about to skyrocket again?

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:45:00 -0000

With the conflict between the US and Iran re-intensifying, there's concern about what it'll mean for petrol prices. Can we expect a surge in costs at the bowser again?

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Who will Spain face in the world cup final?

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0000

Spain is the first team into the final of the men's soccer World Cup after a two-nil victory over France in their semi-final in Dallas.Who will they face in the final match?

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What is the government’s AI strategy?

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:30:00 -0000

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has delivered a major speech outlining the government's response to artificial intelligence.

So, what's their plan?

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How will a BHP strike impact the Australian economy?

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0000

Industrial action set to halt BHP's port operations in WA could cost the mining giant almost $50 million in revenue. So how could it hurt the national economy.

Editor's note: The first publication of this segment incorrectly said the disputed enterprise agreement concerned 1,800 staff, the correct figure is 450.

This error has been corrected in the audio piece.

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What is sextortion and why are young men at risk?

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 07:10:03 -0000

Australia's E-Safety commissioner says sexual extortion in young men "has reach catastrophic proportions", but some experts argue the problem could be under-reported.So what is happening and why are young men most at risk?

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What do the tensions in the Strait of Hormuz mean for fuel prices, travel?

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 22:45:00 -0000

Once again there's confusion over the status of the Strait of Hormuz.

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Who is the last known 'ISIS bride' left overseas?

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:05:41 -0000

There have been fresh allegations about the last known so called 'ISIS bride' still overseas.

Security sources from within the notorious Al Roj detention camp in Syria have described Sydney woman Hodan Abby as a cunning, threatening figure.

So where does she fit into the picture?

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Digital traveller declaration rolled out in Aussie airports

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:45:00 -0000

A digital app and webform is being rolled out to replace paper traveller declaration cards in airports.

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What's happening with the war in Iran?

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 21:45:00 -0000

The US and Iran are continuing to trade strikes, despite the ceasefire deal signed in June.

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How can we stop more telco outages?

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:45:00 -0000

Australia's telecommunications network is in the spotlight after a massive Telstra outage on July 8. So how can we avoid these in the future?

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Telstra network goes down across Australia

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 03:15:00 -0000

Telstra's mobile network is recovering from a major nationwide outage, which affected thousands of customers, disrupted business payment systems and caused major delays to public transport networks.

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Falling wages and weak economic growth ahead

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 03:00:00 -0000

New research from overseas is today confirming what most wage and salary earners might have noticed long ago.

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The financial scandals engulfing two European far-right leaders

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:45:00 -0000

Two popular far right European leaders are vowing to pursue their political ambitions, despite facing significant scrutiny over issues relating to alleged fraudulent finances.

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Why is the Olympic committee lifting its ban on Russian athletes?

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 22:45:00 -0000

Russian athletes could be allowed to compete for their country at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles after the International Olympic Committee provisionally lifted its suspension. So what's behind the move?

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Unpacking the FIFA red card controversy

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:15:00 -0000

The powerful organisation that rules world soccer, FIFA, is once again at the centre of a controversy.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended the independent disciplinary committee's decision to clear American striker Folarin Balogun to play in the USA's Round of 16 clash against Belgium.

Balogun received a red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina, which automatically triggered a one-game ban, a huge blow for the co-hosts to lose their leading tournament goalscorer.

But after FIFA, seemingly out of nowhere, decided to suspend that punishment, a maelstrom of criticism has been unleashed at the governing body, its figurehead, and US President Donald Trump.

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Is China sending a message with its ballistic missile test?

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:45:00 -0000

China's confirmed it launched a nuclear-capable missile armed with a dummy warhead from a submarine in the Pacific Ocean just hours after Australia signed a treaty with Fiji. So does this risk igniting more tensions in the region?

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China test-fires ballistic missile in Pacific

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:45:00 -0000

China has test-fired a ballistic missile armed with a dummy warhead in the Pacific Ocean, a move that 's been labelled "destabilising to the region" by the Australian government.

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PM apologises for 'shag' Kylie Minogue comment in podcast

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:45:00 -0000

The Prime Minister is in the middle of a scandal over comments he made about superstar Kylie Minogue on a podcast.

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What went wrong for the Socceroos?

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 21:45:00 -0000

Fans and experts are trying to figure out what went wrong after the Socceroos' loss to Egypt ended Australia's World Cup campaign.

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What does the Aboriginal word ‘Deadly’ really mean?

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 02:00:00 -0000

This year NAIDOC is celebrating 50 years of deadly. But what does that term mean to the people who use it?

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Bird flu case found in NSW, what impact could it have?

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 03:00:00 -0000

Health and agriculture authorities continue to investigate whether bird flu has spread beyond the three currently confirmed cases, but how much do you know about the disease and it's impacts?

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Who are the Socceroos? Get to know the squad

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 01:30:00 -0000

You might be rooting for Australia in the FIFA World Cup, but do you the players behind this diverse 26 man squad? Get to know the Socceroos

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Is Taylor Swift really getting married this weekend?

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 22:45:00 -0000

Taylor Swift fans around the world are in a frenzy over the superstar's wedding to footballer Travis Kelce, with many speculating the big day is happening this weekend.

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How has Donald Trump made billions while president?

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:14:55 -0000

Donald Trump’s finances are under scrutiny again after reports he earned $2 billion last year - three times more than before returning to the White House.

How did he do it, and are there conflicts of interest?

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Why Neil the seal's fame could be his downfall

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:45:00 -0000

An elephant seal known as Neil is once again drawing global attention, returning to Tasmania for his annual moult.

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