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Big tech companies are pouring billions of dollars into the Australian economy as part of what's been described as a "once in a multi-generational investment boom" to fund AI data centres. So what does this all mean for the communities housing these buildings? In this week's Deep Dive, hack speaks to residents living near a data centre, and takes a look at the logistics of data centre expansion ac...

Millions of Aussies got caught up in Telstra's outage this week, affecting emergency calls, payments and transport. So, how prepared are we for major comms disruptions, and would you keep an emergency stash of cash lying around? Also, Playstation is saying bye to physical game discs from 2028, with Grand Theft Auto VI only released digitally for now. Gamers worldwide are lamenting the loss of phys...

Thousands of people turned out to see India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Melbourne today, but not everyone was there to celebrate. triple j hack went along to hear the perspectives of the crowd. And, the warmest June in 59 years saw a tough start to the Perisher ski season with no new natural snow — even snowmaking was hindered. But last weekend, the slopes finally got a dump. Is the ski seas...

Going from hunting and gathering food in a close-knit community to navigating the busy streets of the city was a tough move for Wirangu, Narranga and Wangkatha woman, Rhian Miller. But it was made a bit easier when Rhian found a mentor who helped her navigate this new world and told her she could be anything she set her mind to. Now, more than a decade later, Rhian runs her own organisation where...

It was a chaotic and stressful morning for many Aussies after a Telstra outage disrupted trains, payment systems and even some Triple Zero calls. So what happened?  And the ABC has revealed the last of the known ISIS-linked Australian women in Syria is expected to return home amid allegations that a Yazidi girl was enslaved, beaten and raped in her home in Syria a decade ago. Plus, some tattoo art...

A 140-metre tower, an 8-hour police stand-off, and a giant bird painting: here's what happened with alleged Pam the Bird vandal in Melbourne today. And China has fired an intercontinental ballistic missile into the waters of the Pacific and said it was a "routine" test, but was it a threat?  Plus, this week marks five decades of NAIDOC celebrations and the first since a treaty was signed in Victor...

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has apologised for saying he would 'shag' Kylie Minogue during a podcast game. So, was it harmless banter? Or has the PM crossed a line? We also find out how an Aussie influencer's web of "AI-generated fakery" raises serious questions about her charities in Uganda, Gaza and Sudan. Plus, millions are mourning Iran's former supreme leader as a week of funeral ceremoni...

After years of rapid growth, Australia's housing market is finally starting to slow. But is it enough to make property more affordable? And what's causing the dip? The Housing Minister Claire O'Neil says it's thanks to interest rates and market conditions, but the opposition reckons it's got more to do with government policy. Meanwhile the mainstream media appears devastated by the downturn.  Host...

Two Russian daredevils scaled New York City's Empire State Building, unfurled a banner and got engaged. So, is this a romantic grand gesture? Or a public spectacle nobody asked for? Plus, US President Donald Trump raked in over $2 billion from cryptocurrency. Should presidents be allowed to personally profit while in office? And, is mosh pit etiquette dead? Noah Kahan begged fans not to poop at hi...

Streaming services used to be ad-free, but now you can barely avoid them. Australia's consumer watchdog is taking Amazon to court over unfair terms that allowed the company to introduce ads. We take a look at what this case is all about, and why Amazon could be fined $50 million. And we speak to Bek Condello. Bek grew up in a strict Pentecostal doomsday church, thinking the world could end at any...

Growing up, Bek Condello never imagined getting old. The strict doomsday church she was born into constantly warned that the world could end at any time. But even though she admits she was terrified, Bek says she never really believed it. So how did she escape this world? And what's it like coming to terms with never seeing your family and loved ones again? In this chat, Bek opens up about her lif...

A 17-year-old Thai girl nicknamed 'Cake' was found dead in a suitcase. Now, four charges have been laid against a 45-year-old Australian man, including murder and taking a minor for sexual purposes. He has denied the charges. But the case has raised broader concerns by some about South-East Asia's sex tourism industry, and the involvement of Australian men. Also, the housing market is starting to...

When Liberal MP Simon Kennedy was a teenager, one of his high school teachers asked to borrow money for his gambling addiction. He says he ended up accompanying the teacher to Gamblers Anonymous meetings. So, how did these experiences shape his views on gambling reform? Plus, when was the last time you went to a musical? A growing number of stage shows are being cancelled midway through their tour...

The number of Australian Rules Footballers who've died of a degenerative brain disease called CTE is far higher than previously thought, Four Corners has revealed. And tens of thousands of people are still missing in Venezuela after two earthquakes. We hear what it's like for rescuers searching for survivors. Plus, do men do enough planning when it comes to getting married? Young grooms tell us wh...

The pill is the most common form of contraception in Australia, and while the potential physical side effects are widely known, some experts say we're only just starting to talk about how it can affect mood. Because while for many people the pill can be a safe and effective form of contraception, others say it's had a significant impact on their mental health. In this week's Deep Dive, you'll hear...

Do you think you could break a Guinness World Record? Because this week Canberra's official town crier was crowned the world's loudest person. He's as loud as a rock concert and can match the noise levels of a military jet taking off. Plus, Today show host Karl Stefanovic is leaving Channel Nine after a controversial podcast interview with a far-right extremist. And, two Teal independents have lau...

A new political party has been launched with the aim of shaking up Australia's political landscape. But with only two members, no leader or candidates, will it actually get off the ground?  And, the head of Australia's spy agency says it's foiled 31 major terrorism plots since 2014.  Plus, we speak with sisters Pam and Latisha Francis about how climate change is impacting their Country. They're pa...

Ten Australians have lodged a complaint with the United Nations Human Rights Committee over Australia's coal and gas exports. The group say the government is failing its human rights obligations by continuing to export coal and gas, while failing to mitigate the impacts of climate change. The case is the first of its kind to go to the UN since the world's highest court ruled that countries have a...

The contraceptive pill has a long list of potential side effects, but experts say we've only just started talking about how it can impact mood. So, how do these synthetic hormones interact with the chemicals in our brain? And, a new report by the United Nations has accused Israel of deliberately targeting and killing Palestinian children.  Plus, we hear about a massive scandal that meant more than...

Will it soon be easier to buy your own home? The government thinks so, after it made a deal with the Greens that will see capital gains tax and negative gearing changes pass parliament this week. Plus, England will soon have a new Prime Minister after Sir Keir Starmer announced his resignation overnight. So, why did he throw in the towel? And who might to replace him? And, we catch up with some de...

Data centres have been popping up all around Australia as our use of AI increases, so what's it like living near one? And should we be worried about the environmental impact? Plus, it has been a waiting game, but the second case of bird flu has been detected in Western Australia, meaning Australia is no longer free from the virus. And, we hear from some young Aussies who are coming up with creativ...

Behind the scenes, hospitality can be a tough place to work - long hours, high pressure, angry customers and stressed colleagues. And some workers say bullying and abusive behaviour are part of the culture. So why has that become normal, and what would it take to change it? In this week's Deep Dive, you'll hear from hospitality workers about the realities of the industry — from surviving toxic wor...

There's a lot to talk about Pauline Hanson this week, from her National Press Club speech and her pledge for a 'monoculture', to the protest poster and the toy bulldozer gifted to her by Gina Rinehart.  And, US World Cup fans are being made fun of on social media for their 'lame' chants, will they have anything better prepared than "I believe that we will win" when they take on the Socceroos this...

Iran won't develop nuclear weapons, according to a memorandum of understanding signed with the US to end the war. So what else was agreed to?  And we ask Australia's Minister for Multicultural Affairs if, as Pauline Hanson says, multiculturalism has failed. Plus, social media is an angry place. We find out who's profiting from the outrage.  Listen now:  01:04 - What have the US and Iran agreed to?...

Why is everyone so angry online? Is it just the state of the world, or could some of that fury have been strategically manufactured? According to political communications expert Ed Coper, "angertainment" is shaping society and there's a high chance you have fallen victim to it. In this chat, Ed talks about his investigation into the social media algorithms that are designed to make us mad, and why...