Blasts and brains: cutting-edge study of Aussie troops
World-leading research will seek to monitor in real time the impact of repeated low-level blast exposure on the brains of Australian troops during training.
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Liberal faction gave ‘bogus’ invoices for donations
Factional infighting within the Liberal Party has been compared to epic war film Braveheart by a conservative Christian faction member at a corruption hearing.
Salacious dirt file found in Liberals corruption probe
A detrimental dossier containing allegations of an extramarital affair and designed to politically ruin a former Liberal minister has been aired at an inquiry.
‘No payment was made’: Liberal leader denies donation
Angus Taylor's name has been brought up in a NSW corruption inquiry over reported donations to a conservative Liberal Party faction.
‘Positive’: Netanyahu, Trump hold first talks since war
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has held talks with US President Donald Trump, which the White House described as "positive and productive".
Migration plummets from post-pandemic record highs
Political debate continues to rage over migration levels but latest analysis shows the number of arrivals has plunged since borders reopened following COVID.
Liberal leader’s name drawn into corruption probe
A conservative Liberal Party faction sought to "shake down" now-party leader Angus Taylor for donations, a corruption inquiry has been told.
Royal commission as new Labor premier changes course
Newly-minted Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has vowed to tread a different path to his predecessors, promising a royal commission into the building sector.
Renewable energy projects must power data centre boom
Australia's growing number of large-scale data centres must be powered by renewable energy, groups say, or they risk raising power prices for all users.
‘Ludicrous’ US levy slammed for free-trade deal breach
Australian businesses have reacted angrily to the Trump administration's higher tariffs on the nation's exports, as Canberra vows to push for their removal.
More joint sea patrols on cards after China missile
Australia is weighing up increased sea patrols with other nations as it continues to criticise the Chinese launch of a nuclear-capable missile in the Pacific.
Israeli denies bid to interfere with Australian policy
Policies should not just target "one side", Israel says, as it pushes back on a draft Labor document on the Middle East before the party's national conference.
Hanson’s billionaire friendship could prompt backlash
An unlikely alliance between Pauline Hanson and a billionaire benefactor threatens to undermine her relationships with colleagues, a political expert warns.
New laws to force tech giants to unmask online trolls
Social media companies would be compelled to name and shame anonymous online abusers under state-first legal protections to help guard kids online.
Heat on Hanson for ‘insane’ trans, migration comments
Backlash is growing over One Nation leader Pauline Hanson's comments on transgender rights and migration during her address at a poorly attended London event.
Muslims call for more funding, new action to fight hate
A government response to a landmark report on Islamophobia has been broadly welcomed, but advocates say many questions remain unanswered.
More action urged to tackle Islamophobia in key report
Greater action is being urged to tackle discrimination at its roots, as the federal government responds to a long-awaited report into Islamophobia.
Liberals wave goodbye to controversial MP
The Victorian Liberals have voted to remove an MP as a candidate for the upcoming state election after she withdrew legal action against the party.
‘Last line of defence’: one man shuts down council
A local man who applied rarely used legal powers to effectively shut down his local council denies he is undermining democratic processes.
‘ISIS bride’ allegedly urged kids to be like terrorists
An "ISIS bride" is seeking bail despite allegations she showed her children propaganda videos and encouraged them to act like fighters while living in Syria.
Voters reject Hanson’s ‘monoculture’ with poll slump
Support for Pauline Hanson has fallen as rival parties say voters are starting to wake up to the reality of One Nation policies.
Digital age transformation for international arrivals
Less paperwork, shorter queues and streamlined security: the Brisbane Olympics is driving a digital revolution for international flights to Australia.
China officials warned over ‘provocative’ missile test
Australia has taken up Beijing's missile launch into the Pacific with a number of higher-ups within the Chinese Communist Party, one minister says.
‘No resources’: One Nation defends uncosted policies
Pauline Hanson's rising right-wing party has blamed deficient parliamentary resources for the lack of detail about how much its plans will cost.
Family violence victims to lose vital access to justice
Vital volunteers who help victim-survivors of family violence navigate the justice system will be ripped from family courts unless urgent funding is secured.
‘Courage’: tributes for firebrand newsman Derryn Hinch
The prime minister is leading tributes for firebrand broadcaster and former senator Derryn Hinch, who is being remembered for his uncompromising opinions.
‘Column of smoke’: coalition launches One Nation attack
An economic blueprint has been pitched by the coalition to win over voters as it warns One Nation won't be able to deliver on its promises to Australians.
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technology (general)
telecommunication service
Telstra outage heat dials up as calls mount for answers
Telstra faces demands from the government as to why it took hours to make an alert over a major outage as police investigate if a death is linked to the issue.
‘Deceiving’ AI tech to be expanded in Australia
Artificial intelligence technology can already blackmail humans and hack computer systems, a minister warns, and an Australian agency is testing its limits.
Right-wing rivals locked in ‘race to the bottom’: PM
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has taken a broad swipe at right-wing rivals, telling the Labor Party faithful they are only interested in airing grievances.
Lidia Thorpe MCG attack exposed as offender spared jail
Senator Lidia Thorpe's MCG attacker has avoided jail time as photos of the incident are revealed for the first time after a suppression order was lifted.