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A 19-year-old hiker, Charlie Stowe, is trekking 16 days from Balgowlah to Newcastle to honor his late father, Richard, who died at 63 after a decade with early-onset frontotemporal dementia. The disease stripped away his dad’s speech, movement, and personality — leaving Charlie with haunting memories of a man he barely knew. This journey is also a fundraiser and awareness campaign for FTD, a rare...

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Telstra’s massive outage—caused by a rogue time server that reset the clock 20 years back—left millions offline and emergency calls disrupted. CEO Vicki Brady insists crisis management worked flawlessly, even though her own team had to reach her via Teams because their phones were dead. The company initially downplayed the chaos, claiming only a few thousand were affected, but numbers ballooned to...

Tonga’s PM slams China’s Pacific missile test, calling any ocean militarization a betrayal of Pacific unity, while pushing forward with Australia on a landmark “Kaume’a Ofi” treaty to deepen defense, health, and education ties — as the region braces for a new era of Pacific security under the “Ocean of Peace” alliance. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/disco...

Former Reserve Bank economist Justin Wolfers warns that Donald Trump is essentially “selling the presidency,” turning it into a profit machine—earning $1.4 billion in crypto alone during his first year in office. With his son reportedly worth $150 million, Wolfers argues this wealth likely stems from presidential power, not just genius. He calculates Trump could make $8 billion over a term, far ou...

Australia’s brown huntsman spider may just be the fastest spider on Earth, hitting 3.59 meters per second in explosive sprints — a title earned through a global study of 258 species. Researchers used high-speed cameras and controlled experiments, even sourcing spiders from pet stores, to measure speeds and found that medium-sized spiders with long legs dominate the speed charts. Though harmless to...

Global markets are roiling amid renewed tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, where Iranian strikes on commercial vessels triggered U.S. retaliation, sending Wall Street into a tailspin and pushing investors toward energy and defense stocks. Brent crude surged, reigniting fears of supply disruptions as the fragile global economy—already strained by debt, inflation, and high rates—faces a geopolitical...

Madonna’s new album is getting overshadowed by a viral AI-powered cover of “Like a Prayer” by DJ Josh Fawaz, which just topped Australia’s charts — sparking outrage over ethics, consent, and the future of music creation. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based o...

Tired of thirsty, high-maintenance lawns? Experts are championing native grasses—resilient, water-wise, and seriously stylish. From shady-loving weeping grass to durable Zoysia hybrids and tough-as-nails wallaby grass, there’s a native option for every yard. Bonus: many add texture, color, and even edible perks while boosting local ecosystems. Low maintenance? Check. Eco-friendly? Double check. Li...

An Australian woman, 51, is set to stand trial in Louisiana this September after being indicted for allegedly voting in two U.S. elections while falsely claiming citizenship. Prosecutors say she knowingly misrepresented her status as a legal permanent resident in 2022 and 2024, defrauding voters of a fair election. She claims she believed permanent residents could vote and was never told otherwise...

Young Aussie star Paul Okon-Engstler is set to jet off to Germany for a reported €1 million move to FC Köln, with his medical and signing expected next week. At just 21, he’s part of a rising wave of Australian talent eyeing top European clubs — his father, former Socceroo Paul Okon, is now an assistant coach for the national team. Fellow teen sensation Lucas Herrington, 18, is already drawing int...

Victoria’s bold new move: Australia’s first carbon dioxide-powered battery is coming to the Latrobe Valley, repurposing the site of the old Hazelwood power station. This game-changing energy storage system will use CO2 from the Longford gas plant to store solar and wind power during the day, then release it overnight to stabilize prices and boost grid reliability. Designed to last 30 years with ju...

Construction crews frustrated by parking shortages in Mount Barker are allegedly tossing temporary “no parking” signs into Duck Flat Creek, prompting police involvement as the council scrambles to balance worker needs, resident complaints, and the looming arrival of a new hospital. With a multi-story car park nearly ready to ease the congestion, this chaotic chapter may soon be over — for now. Lis...

A Northern Rivers farmer is planting 14,000 trees to slow floods and restore creek banks—part of a government-backed push with 35 landowners to revive riparian zones using nature-based solutions. With $200,000 in funding, Jeff’s hands-on project aims to rebuild ecosystems, improve water quality, and boost long-term resilience against extreme weather. While not a flood-proof solution on its own, th...

Prosecutors are ramping up their case against Tyler Robinson, accused of fatally shooting conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a heated debate at Utah Valley University, with death penalty charges looming. The preliminary hearing revealed tense courtroom battles over evidence transparency, as Kirk’s family demanded full public access — denied by the judge to protect Robinson’s right to a fair...

Wildfires are raging across the globe, fueled by record heat and dry conditions, claiming lives from Spain to Greece, Türkiye, Canada, the U.S., and even South Korea — where over 28 died. Evacuations, emergency declarations, and massive aerial firefighting efforts are underway as climate change intensifies fire seasons. Tragic personal stories, like an Australian man lost in LA’s flames, underscor...

Twelve dead, six injured as a wildfire rages through southern Spain’s Bedar region, fueled by a deadly heatwave and possibly sparked by a fallen powerline. Authorities scramble to respond as the Military Emergencies Unit joins firefighters battling flames that have already scorched nearly 400,000 hectares last year — a record. With Spain’s third-warmest year on record and wildfires becoming increa...

H5N1 bird flu has officially arrived in Australia, infecting a local greater crested tern in South Australia — the first time it’s been found in a non-migratory bird, signaling the virus may be settling in. With four new cases reported and a total of twelve detections, experts are alarmed as the virus threatens to spread to native wildlife and potentially even mammals, like the juvenile New Zealan...

France just proved they can win the World Cup in any style—ugly, gritty, or dazzling. After a brutal battle against Morocco, who made history as Africa’s first team to reach two quarter-finals, France clawed their way to victory. Even when Mbappé missed a penalty and Morocco’s top scorer was sidelined, France dominated with grit, patience, and pure brilliance. Mbappé’s stunning curler opened the s...

A chilling discovery in western Victoria has sent shockwaves through the community: the body of a 13-year-old girl, reported missing July 5th after being last seen the prior day, was found in bushland near Donald. Authorities, treating the death as suspicious, launched a massive search involving police dogs, helicopters, and rescue teams. Though not yet officially confirmed, detectives believe the...

The Rolling Stones just dropped Foreign Tongues — their 25th studio album — and it’s proof they’re still rock royalty in their eighties. With Mick, Keith, and Ronnie firing on all cylinders, producer Andrew Watt captured 12 originals and 2 covers in under a month, delivering that classic Stones energy with a modern edge. Mick’s voice? Still commanding. The guitars? Pure magic. Steve Jordan’s drums...

The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion is sounding the alarm as major social media platforms like X, Telegram, and others refuse to cooperate, ignoring urgent calls for transparency about hate speech. With real victims sharing harrowing experiences and experts confirming the scale of antisemitic content, the commission’s legal team calls this silence “shocking disrespect” — a gla...

Bird flu strain H5 has officially arrived in Australia, detected in a native greater crested tern in South Australia — the first time this virus has been found in local wildlife. With 12 confirmed cases nationwide and more emerging in SA and WA, officials are closely monitoring the situation. Thankfully, no poultry farms or commercial birds are affected, and wildlife populations aren’t showing wid...

Potatoes aren’t the carb villains they’re made out to be—packed with fiber, potassium, and vitamin C, they’re a nutrient-rich energy source when paired with protein and veggies. Choose starchy ones for mashing or roasting, waxy types for salads and stews, or low-carb varieties if blood sugar is a concern. Don’t peel them—skins boost fiber and cooling boiled potatoes lowers their glycemic impact. C...

A father of three, Surya Subekti, got six years and five months in prison for orchestrating the sex trafficking of a 17-year-old Indonesian girl to Australia — a crime that exploited her vulnerability, lack of support, and legal incapacity to consent. The judge called his claims of reluctance hollow, noting his well-planned scheme and lack of remorse. His accomplice, Elton Valentino, received a li...