Apple’s souped-up Siri could enlist more Aussie AI fans
Putting powerful artificial intelligence features inside a popular smartphone could change Australia's use of the technology and recruit more users.
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Third fatal shark attack in a month sparks warnings
Three spearfishers have died in shark attacks in just 21 days as an expert warns of the risks involved in the activity.
‘Dark shadow’ recalled at ex-governor-general’s funeral
The family of a former governor-general and archbishop has described how he became a "lightning rod" for institutional failures to prevent child sexual abuse.
Men asked to step up for equality at global summit
Australian voices have contributed to a global festival of creativity and activism promoting caring manhood and how men can help further equality in the world.
Shower of sparks as singer serenades to the stars
The stars have aligned at an opera festival in the outback, where a star tenor has performed under a meteor shower.
Australian policeman dies in Machu Picchu hiking fall
An Australian police officer has died in Peru after falling from the Inca Trail near the ancient citadel of Machu Picchu while on holiday.
Highway to the highfalutin’: opera hits the outback
Put on your fancy pants and cowboy hats: opera's annual run through a state's outback towns is back. Just look out for flying locusts.
Travel booking site eyes rebound from market turbulence
A major online travel booking company believes it can recover from a triple whammy after increasing its net annual profit in a shifting market.
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Concern grows as contaminated alcohol hits bottle shops
Suspected illicit alcohol is being sold by bottle shops across Victoria, NSW and Queensland, exposing consumers to serious health issues.
Why goldfish might be undermining your internet speed
Most households are not accessing the full speed of their broadband connections, research shows, and the reasons are surprising.
Pandemic flashbacks as hantavirus group touches down
Scenes heavily reminiscent of the coronavirus pandemic have played out as passengers from a hantavirus-affected cruise ship touched down in Australia.
Designer accused of $4m blackmail in love triangle spat
A fashion maven has been accused of blackmailing her business partner and cousin for almost $4 million over a supposedly clandestine love triangle affair.
Delta Goodrem aims to Eclipse favourites at Eurovision
Delta Goodrem has unveiled the staging for her Eurovision entry Eclipse, as betting markets put Australia in contention but outside the top favourites.
Enz forever? Kiwi legends tease new album ahead of tour
Always one step ahead, new wave innovators Split Enz are back for their first tour in 17 years. They're not done yet - and their hair is bigger than ever.
Snakes alive! Nature’s greatest storyteller turns 100
Nature-lovers across Australia are planning remarkable displays to celebrate renowned naturalist Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday.
Weinstein used clout to prey on women, prosecutor says
Prosecutors have again portrayed disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein as a power player who used his sway as a tool for sexual assault.
Has national cultural policy revived the arts scene?
As arts bodies are defunded amid scandals and event cancellations, many in the sector are disgruntled with the national cultural policy.
Rebel hired security amid fight over directorial debut
Hollywood actor Rebel Wilson hired personal security after raising concerns about a young actor's alleged complaint of sexual harassment against a producer.
There’s a problem with making public transport free
Cutting public transport fares is great for people who already catch it but doesn't do much to help those for whom it is too inaccessible or infrequent.
‘Ketamine Queen’ gets 15 years jail over Perry’s death
A US judge has handed a sentence of 15 years in prison to a woman who pleaded guilty to selling Friends star Matthew Perry the ketamine that killed him in 2023.
Kanye refused entry to UK, music festival cancelled
London's Wireless Festival has been cancelled after US rapper Kanye West was blocked from entering the United Kingdom.
Fewer stations run dry but supply strength questioned
Australians are being urged to stick to Easter holiday plans following measures to cut costs at the bowser but fuel supply strength is being questioned.
Prince Harry case ruling will take some time: UK judge
Prince Harry's lawsuit against the publisher of the Daily Mail is in the hands of a High Court judge, who says he "will be toiling away on the judgment".
Actor Chuck Norris dies at the age of 86
US action star Chuck Norris has died at the age of 86, his family has announced in a social media post.
Qantas customers claim $105m compo over COVID credits
A $105 million pot could be shared among hundreds of thousands of Qantas customers after the carrier settled a class action over COVID-19 flight credits.
Speed, navigation errors flagged in cruise grounding
A cruise ship became grounded on a reef after a senior crew member attempted to change course at a higher speed than intended, safety investigators say.
Why an Australian city has been ranked world’s best
Known for its eateries and vibrant culture, an Australian city has been crowned the world's best while two local capitals were knocked off the top 50.
Major cities flounder in ‘two-speed’ housing market
Home prices are flat-lining in Australia's biggest cities and surging elsewhere as new national data tells a tale of two housing markets.
Mardi Gras marchers rest feet after night of nights
The task of cleaning up Sydney's streets after the biggest LGBTQI party of the year is under way after Mardi Gras revellers celebrated the festival's 48th year.
Roars, rainbows and revellers take over Harbour city
Thousands of onlookers lined the streets to cheer, whistle and show their love for the marchers and 170 floats in the 48th Mardi Gras parade.
No Zoolander in sight as fashion festival returns
The Melbourne Fashion Festival is marking its 30th year, featuring a dozen premium runway shows.