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US football analyst Mike Grella has doubled down on criticism of Australia's Socceroos ahead of their match against the United States, claiming Australia was the worst team in its group and has never won anything in football. The comments come after similar remarks he made before Australia's match against Turkey, with the analyst suggesting the team confuses itself with Brazil because of its yello...

The Prince and Princess of Wales attended day two of Royal Ascot, joining King Charles and Queen Camilla in the traditional royal procession. Catherine wore a yellow dress and hat, arriving by horse-drawn carriage for her first return to the racecourse in three years. The couple presented the trophy for the Prince of Wales Stakes, with Catherine's mother Carol Middleton also present in the royal b...

A survey of lottery winners reveals that 72% invested their winnings for the future, marking a 17% increase from the previous year. Winners prioritised paying off mortgages and helping family and friends, with some modest purchases including prawns and robot lawnmowers. While 70% told their partners about their win, 9% kept it completely secret, and only 16% purchased new houses with their prize m...

Australian schools are facing a significant threat as reports of AI-generated child abuse material have surged by 1,300%, with photos of children being harvested from school social media accounts and websites. Cyber security experts are calling for stricter photo consent policies at schools, moving away from simple yes/no forms to more detailed consent options that allow parents to specify exactly...

Ningaloo, a World Heritage-listed site stretching 300 kilometres along Western Australia's Coral Coast, offers opportunities to swim with whale sharks in their natural habitat. The whale sharks, which can grow up to 16-17 metres in length, inhabit waters with mid-20s temperatures during this season. Ningaloo Discovery operates guided swimming experiences with these enormous yet calm marine creatur...

Qantas is launching Project Sunrise in October 2025, featuring the world's first non-stop commercial flight from Sydney to London aboard a specially modified Airbus aircraft. The 17,000-kilometre journey will take approximately 21 hours, reducing travel time from the 45 days required by steamship in 1926. The aircraft features extensive weight-saving modifications, including lighter crockery, cutl...

Bali police have issued warnings following a dramatic rise in violent necklace thefts targeting tourists wearing gold jewellery. Criminals on motorbikes are conducting snatch-and-grab attacks, leaving some Australian tourists severely injured and robbed of family heirlooms. International security expert Will Geddes explains these crimes are generally opportunistic, occurring in tourist-dense areas...

Pauline Hanson delivered a controversial address at the National Press Club declaring Australia cannot be multicultural, arguing the nation should be multi-racial but monocultural, with all Australians living under one cultural umbrella. Her speech sparked immediate backlash from political opponents including the Prime Minister, who defended multiculturalism as a strength of modern Australia. The...

Over 200 million people globally use ChatGPT monthly for financial advice, with two-thirds trusting the responses according to OpenAI. The AI tool offers fast and free information but lacks personalisation and can produce inaccurate information through hallucinations. Financial experts recommend seeking regulated, accredited professionals for major financial decisions rather than relying solely on...

Over 200 million people globally use ChatGPT monthly for financial advice, with two-thirds trusting the responses according to OpenAI. The AI tool offers fast and free information but lacks personalisation and can produce inaccurate information through hallucinations. Financial experts recommend seeking regulated, accredited professionals for major financial decisions rather than relying solely on...

Kmart has opened its first K-Home concept store in Box Hill, Melbourne, spanning 3,800 square metres. The new store format brings together furniture, homewares, tech, storage and cleaning products previously only available online into a physical retail space. The concept allows customers to view and purchase an expanded range of items including couches, bedside tables, kitchen and bathroom product...

A healthcare worker at the London Clinic attempted to sell Princess Catherine's private medical records from her 2024 hospitalisation for abdominal surgery and cancer treatment. The UK's privacy watchdog and Crown Prosecution Service issued only a caution as no transaction was completed, though the London Clinic dismissed the employee. Prince Harry and his family are reportedly returning to the UK...

Tax deductions for car and travel expenses represent one of the largest claim categories, with Australians claiming approximately $10.6 billion or $2,500 per person in recent years. The Australian Taxation Office closely monitors this category and has issued specific guidance: home-to-work commutes are not deductible, estimated travel kilometres must be supported by records that align with occupat...

Radio broadcaster Kyle Sandilands has reached a $15 million legal settlement with his former employer ARN Media, to be paid in three instalments of $5 million over three years. Sandilands was stood down by ARN earlier this year following an on-air dispute with co-host Jackie O, and had originally sought $85 million from his $100 million contract. The settlement allows Sandilands to become a free a...

A two-month-old baby was stolen inside a car during a theft in Townsville, Queensland, with the alleged offenders telling the mother 'we're bad guys' when returning the infant. Seven cars were recovered and ten people arrested, including a 14-year-old girl, with at least one suspect released from detention on a supervision order prior to the incident. Federal MP Philip Thompson is demanding toughe...

The Reserve Bank of Australia has kept interest rates on hold at 4.35% after three consecutive rate hikes earlier in the year. RBA Governor Michelle Bullock states inflation remains too high, particularly with fuel price increases affecting other goods and services, though she hasn't ruled out future rate rises. HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham discusses economic indicators including falling empl...

Research reveals dad jokes serve a psychological purpose beyond humour, creating what experts call "relational fusion" between fathers and children. These groan-worthy jokes help strengthen family bonds and play an important developmental role by teaching children to understand different perspectives and develop their own wit. The experience of enduring dad jokes becomes part of a child's upbringi...

One Nation has launched a 'Fire the Liar' television advertisement airing during State of Origin, following a viral fundraising campaign that has raised over $4 million. The ad targets Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and the Labor government, featuring clips of broken promises including the $275 power price reduction pledge. Environment Minister Murray Watt and National Senate Leader Bridget McKen...

The FBI has disrupted a terror plot targeting the UFC fight night at the White House. The plan allegedly involved using explosive-laden drones to strike nearby buildings and trigger a mass evacuation, steering crowds towards waiting snipers, with a second wave of attackers planned to storm the White House gates. Multiple arrests were made during the planning stages, with the plot uncovered through...

Exmouth in Western Australia offers exceptional stargazing conditions due to its minimal light pollution and remote location on Cape Range. The town of 3,000 people provides access to Ningaloo Stars tours, where visitors can observe celestial objects including Saturn's rings, Jupiter's moons, nebulas and globular clusters through portable telescopes. The region combines dark skies with pristine wa...

A Russian warship fired warning shots at a British-registered yacht in the English Channel after the vessel drifted offshore during foggy conditions. The couple in their 60s on board were unharmed and the yacht sustained no damage. The incident follows British authorities boarding a Russian oil tanker in the Channel, occurring amid heightened UK-Russia tensions over Britain's support for Ukraine....

South Australia faces a severe weather warning with heavy rainfall expected to bring significant flooding risks, particularly to Adelaide and the Lower Eyre Peninsula. The Bureau of Meteorology has issued flood warnings for areas including Port Lincoln, Cleve, Arno Bay and Woodena, with approximately 70 millimetres of rain forecast throughout the week and 30 millimetres expected in Adelaide. Unsea...

Australian Finance Minister Katy Gallagher discusses the potential extension of the fuel excise cut beyond its 30 June deadline, as petrol prices remain affected by conflict in the Middle East. The government faces ongoing criticism over its recent budget, particularly tax reforms and housing market changes, with many Australians expressing frustration about cost of living pressures. Gallagher def...

The United Kingdom is implementing a social media ban for children under 16, following Australia's lead. By spring 2027, restrictions will apply to platforms including Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and X, as well as gaming and live streaming services. WhatsApp messaging service will be excluded from the ban, while Canada and France are considering similar measures. See omnystudio...

A two-day Senate inquiry into major tax reforms has concluded, with Labor considering fast-tracking exemptions for certain businesses from capital gains tax changes. NAB's head has urged the government to reconsider the changes, while small business advocates are calling for complete exemptions for all small businesses rather than selective carve-outs for niche sectors. Business owners report alre...