Nation-first inquiry to probe impacts of AI ‘genie’
Severe consequences and big opportunities are at stake as Australia's first major inquiry into the risks and benefits of artificial intelligence begins.
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‘Rusted water’ under surfboard bags at dead man’s home
A housemate of slain man Jesse Baird was contacted by his alleged murderer after noticing bloody surfboard bags in her courtyard, a jury has been told.
More levels: Cleary can get even better after Dally M
Ivan Cleary has spoken of the horror of watching his son Nathan's leg injury, and a belief he can still get better again after winning his first Dally M.
Injury concerns mar Australia’s consolation ODI win
Injury worries over Cameron Green and Matt Renshaw have marred Australia's win in a rain-interrupted third ODI that prevented a whitewash by South Africa.
Russia attacks Ukraine energy grid, forcing power cuts
Kyiv residents have awakened to a city shrouded in smoke from more Russian attacks, which authorities say damaged a key power plant and killed seven people.
Sydney reel in Brisbane to stay unbeaten in NBL
Kendric Davis starred as Sydney handed the improved Brisbane a tough lesson - and their first defeat of the season - with a 15-point Ignite Cup win.
Cleary completes golden set with Dally M triumph
Star Penrith halfback Nathan Cleary has claimed the cherished honour that had long eluded him, the Dally M Medal, in comfortable fashion.
NZ light up Cairns to kick off NBL Ignite Cup
Led by Parker Jackson-Cartwright, the New Zealand Breakers swept all seven points to get their Ignite Cup defence off in style, beating Cairns by 23 points.
Star centre cleared for Cup action against All Blacks
Len Ikitau has overcome an ankle injury to be named in the Wallabies squad for the Bledisloe Cup, with coach Les Kiss also including a Brumbies bolter.
Airport declared safe by minister despite near misses
Fatigue among air traffic control staff is being investigated by the transport safety bureau as a potential factor in recent near misses on airport runways.
A-Leagues ‘wait and see’ amid Manchester City turmoil
A-Leagues boss Steve Rosich has remained tight-lipped on Manchester City's financial scandal, believing it is too early to draw a connection to Melbourne City.
Molineux out of ODI series as captaincy rotation looms
Australia vice-captain Tahlia McGrath will lead the side in ODIs against Bangladesh, while Ashleigh Gardner could make history in the T20s against New Zealand.
Greens issue call to arms as leadership loser hits out
A rallying call from the new leader of the Greens has been tempered by unrest from the losing candidate and former deputy over the voting process.
Top US tech firms sign accord to ‘self-police’ AI
Donald Trump has backed industry self-regulation over government rules in the face of concern about accelerating artificial intelligence development.
Inner-city terrace dissected in officer’s murder trial
How investigators established the movements of Beau Lamarre-Condon and his two alleged victims has become the major focus of the officer's trial.
RBA blushes spared: inflation rise vindicates rate hike
A November rate rise is still on the cards for the Reserve Bank, even after a slightly softer-than-expected underlying inflation outcome in August.
Roosters make Watson call amid concussion cloud
Connor Watson's availability for the NRL grand final hinges on the Sydney Roosters utility attaining a medical sign-off after a concussion in their prelim win.
Geelong defender medically retired through concussion
Geelong defender Jake Kolodjashni, who signed a secret waiver in his contract with the Cats in 2024, has been medically retired due to concussion.
Why OpenAI gave such a candid apology for its breach
The company behind a rogue AI agent that breached national data appears to be co-operating well with the government, but the reason why is not simple.
Crossland banned four games for Cleary tackle
Newcastle's Phoenix Crossland will miss the NRL grand final and most of the World Cup after receiving a four-match ban for his hip-drop tackle on Nathan Cleary.
Australia urged to help free activist jailed in Vietnam
The wife of an Australian pro-democracy activist jailed in Vietnam over "terrorist activities" has called on Anthony Albanese to bring her husband home.
Nothing but respect: Cleary defends embattled Knight
Nathan Cleary has taken the extraordinary step of defending Phoenix Crossland on social media over the hip-drop tackle that ruined the Penrith star's season.
Greens leader suddenly quits after health ‘downturn’
Larissa Waters has suddenly stepped down as leader of the federal Greens, revealing she has been managing a kidney disease which has recently deteriorated.
NRL tease 11-minute act with GF entertainment back on
The NRL's move away from pre-match entertainment for the grand final has been short-lived, with Peter V'landys plugging a mystery 11-minute act.
Bombers land premiership coach for key role
Essendon have pulled off a huge recruiting coup, luring John Longmire away from Sydney to be their new head of performance.
‘Good spirits’: Roosters players back Watson for GF
The grand final-bound Sydney Roosters are expected to launch a bid to free Connor Watson from concussion protocols, with teammates attesting to his recovery.
BBL fallout: former NSW premier quits as CA chair
Former NSW premier Mike Baird has resigned as Cricket Australia chairman as the Big Bash League privatisation saga continues.
Unlikely winner from Knight’s ban for Cleary tackle
Harrison Graham is set to be the big beneficiary from the grand final suspension that awaits Newcastle hooker Phoenix Crossland.
‘Bailed-out’ US pile on more Presidents Cup misery
The United States have dominated the final-day singles to notch a historic comeback Presidents Cup win over the Internationals to deny a first win since 1998.
More Bling: Aussie takes world cycling road race silver
Evergreen Australian road race veteran Michael Matthews has conjured up another medal, winning silver in the world road race championship in Montreal.
Water detail insight into accused killer cop’s fixation
Focusing on the significance of a cup of water on a bedside table is a sign of Beau Lamarre-Condon's obsession with his slain ex, a jury has heard.