Half a billion animals perish in fires

There are real concerns entire species of plants and animals have been wiped out by bushfires following revelations almost 500 million animals have died since the crisis began.

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Fireys swamped by flames relive horror

A New South Wales fire crew whose truck was encircled by enormous flames yesterday say they were left thinking they had lost at least eight of their colleagues.

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Former Nissan boss skips bail, flees Japan

Former Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn skipped his $19.6 million bail and escaped Japan by hiding inside a double bass case on a private jet, the Sun newspaper reports.

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‘Heavy toll’ feared as destruction realised

Residents and authorities are bracing for the widespread aftermath of deadly and destructive fires that lashed large parts of New South Wales and Victoria yesterday.

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World reacts to ‘apocalyptic’ fires

As revellers rang in the New Year on the last day of the warmest decade on record in Australia, the northern hemisphere woke to news of the “apocalyptic scenes” caused by the bushfires raging across the nation.

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New car arrivals in 2019: hits and misses

Cars are often the most expensive thing people own short of property.

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Terrifying pictures reveal fire horror

Every year tourists flock to Cobargo, Batemans Bay, Mallacoota and other beach towns searching for a slice of paradise on the Australian coast.

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Amazon sued after cameras hacked

An Alabama man has taken legal action against security camera company Ring after he claims a creep hacked his device and taunted his kids, according to a report.

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Fears for packed zoo in path of bushfire

A New South Wales zoo boasting Australia’s largest collection of primates along with zebras, white rhinos, lions, tigers and giraffes is in the direct path of an out-of-control bushfire.

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‘There’s nowhere to go’: Fireys’ fear

Thousands are facing a harrowing New Year's Eve night on the beach in NSW after out-of-control bushfires suddenly flared up this morning and were blown east.

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YouTubers panic over kid ad change

Children are worth their weight in data to YouTube creators who are scrambling to stop the US Federal Trade Commission from taking that income away.

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China locks up man playing god

A Chinese scientist has been sent to prison after gene editing babies.

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New tech to change the way you drive

Hi-tech digital mirrors will reach Australian roads in 2020, replacing conventional glass with sophisticated camera displays.

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WhatsApp to stop working within hours

WhatsApp has revealed that the messaging app will stop working on Windows smartphones tomorrow.

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Motorists told ‘stay off the roads’

If you’re in many parts of New South Wales or Victoria and you’re thinking about driving somewhere today, you’re advised to think again.

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‘Depressed’ Greta ‘stopped talking’

Greta Thunberg had “stopped talking and eating” before climate activism “saved her”, according to her dad.

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Why Greta finds hate ‘hilarious’

The father of climate activist Greta Thunberg has revealed how the teenager deals with the amount of negative attention she receives from everyone from heads of state to online trolls.

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‘Evacuate now’: Fireys’ chilling warning

East Gippsland was ablaze late on Monday night as more than 30 bushfires ravaged Victoria.

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Scientist who gene-edited babies is jailed

A Chinese court on Monday sentenced the scientist who claimed to be behind the world’s first gene-edited babies to three years in prison for illegal medical practice, state media reported.

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Terrifying number scaring koala watchers

OPINION

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Gaming pioneer’s shock death

A pioneering eSports figure has died suddenly in her home aged 24.

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Tesla fans build Cybertruck tributes

Tesla fans who can’t wait until 2021 to drive the new “Cybertruck” have taken matters into their own hands, building hand-made tributes to Elon Musk’s controversial ute.

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Third 5G network coming in 2020

Australia’s third mobile network operator Vodafone has confirmed it will roll out a 5G network next year despite not knowing if the company will still exist in its current form.

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Century-old heat record set to tumble

Temperatures are set to soar into the 40s across Victoria on Monday, while Tasmania’s capital could experience its hottest December day in more than a century.

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Amazon’s creepy payment plan

Amazon is one step closer to implementing its creepy, futuristic flesh-and-blood payment system.

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Baby born to transgender man and woman

A transgender man has given birth to his non-binary partner’s baby using sperm donated by a transgender woman.

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Mass evacuations as bushfires close in

Bushfires in Victoria’s East Gippsland have reached a extreme danger level, forcing residents and holiday-makers to evacuate ahead of a scorching day across the state.

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Putin missile flies 27 times speed of sound

A new intercontinental weapon that can fly 27 times the speed of sound became operational on Friday, Russia’s defence minister reported to President Vladimir Putin, bolstering the country’s nuclear strike capability.

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Fireys to be given up to $6000 each

Volunteer firefighters battling long-running NSW blazes could receive up to $6000 in financial support for their efforts.

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Incredible moment Koala stops cyclist

A desperate koala suffering through the soaring temperatures in South Australia approached a group of cyclists to drink from a water bottle.

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Weapon heads to target like a fireball

A new hypersonic weapon of intercontinental range became operational Friday following years of tests, Russia’s defense ministry said.

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Surprise rival to Tesla’s Cybertruck

Forget Ford and General Motors, financial analysts are tipping that a US start-up company is looming as the biggest threat to the success of Tesla’s outlandish Cybertruck.

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Fireys brace for ‘severe’ heatwave

Firefighters across Australia are “giving their all” to contain large and complex bushfires, as the country braces for conditions to worsen amid forecast high temperatures and dry winds.

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Weird ‘hot blob’ near New Zealand

It’s the summer marine heatwave attracting huge attention – a massive blob of hot water off the eastern coast of New Zealand.

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‘Bionic man’s’ handful of chips

A cybersecurity researcher in Utah has taken modern-day technology into his own hands — literally.

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Banned China tech’s secret billions

A Chinese electronics company that denied having anything to do with the nation’s government after being banned from Australia’s next generation of mobile phone networks might have received a lot more help than they’re willing to admit.

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Holiday driving survival guide

The holiday period can be stressful and at times dangerous for drivers.

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Rare ‘ring of fire’ eclipse stuns skywatchers

The moon has turned the sun into a spectacular “ring of fire”, stunning millions of skywatchers.

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Philippines typhoon kills at least 20 people

A strong typhoon that barrelled through the central Philippines has left at least 20 people dead and forced thousands to flee their homes, devastating Christmas celebrations in the predominantly Catholic country.

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‘Extreme’ heatwave to hit on NYE

An “extreme” heatwave is slowly building over Australia’s south, bringing soaring temperatures and dry winds in the coming days.

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Best dream cars of 2019

Luxury cars do not feature heavily in the list of News Corp Car of the Year winners — it’s often hard to make a case for value and consumer relevance when price tags exceed $100,000.

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Christmas Day slog for firefighters

Firefighters have been given presents at a special Christmas breakfast before heading out for another “challenging” day of strengthening NSW bushfire containment lines.

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Near star could soon explode

Excited concerns are mounting a distant star roughly 1400 times bigger than ours could soon explode if it hasn’t already.

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Storms cut power to hundreds of homes

Hundreds of families are without power in Brisbane after a series of Christmas Day thunderstorms rolled across southeast Queensland. About 600 homes remain without electricity in Mount Gravatt and Morningside due to lightning damage, Energex spokesman Danny Donald said.

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Aussie states to get Christmas rain

The gift of rain is predicted to fall in parts of drought-affected NSW and southeast Queensland on Christmas Day.

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Ultimate car nut bucket list item

Professional racing drivers aren’t cowed by the fastest corner in Australia.

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Australia’s ‘black Christmas’ as fires rage

Australians will wake to one of the bleakest Christmases in living memory with hundreds of homes destroyed by bushfires and road closures sending many holiday-makers’ travel plans into chaos.

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At least 873 homes destroyed in NSW fires

At least 873 NSW homes have been destroyed this fire season, with teams still assessing properties believed lost in recent days.

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Hawaiian-themed mural of PM pops up

A mural of Prime Minister Scott Morrison in Hawaiian garb with flames rising all around him has appeared on an inner-Sydney wall.

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Mystery around ‘sellout’ posts

Anyone with enough slashes in between their job titles will be quick to tell you musicians, actors, and models aren’t all the same.

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Barnaby’s bizarre Christmas message

Politicians recording video messages to Australians at Christmas is a long-running tradition.

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Vanishing stars may lead to aliens

There’s something odd happening in our skies. Almost 100 stars seem to be missing.

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Moment workers leap into sea

Dramatic footage has emerged of the moment a crane tipped over the edge of a dock, capsizing a barge and spilling more than 2000 litres of diesel into some of the most biodiverse waters in the world.

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How to donate to bushfire victims

Christmas is a time for togetherness and family. But as Australians go about their last-minute shopping and prepping for Christmas Day lunch they have been asked to spare a thought for those who have lost their homes and livelihoods in the recent bushfires.

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Man on swing divides the internet

There’s nothing like a good old Christmas debate for the dinner table.

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Ute driver’s insane act caught by police

Holiday-makers will often tow a box trailer to fit their bikes and boogie boards but this ute driver has taken it to a new level.

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Army hopes Kim’s butt really to die for

The British Army is using Kim Kardashian’s bottom to help recruit more soldiers.

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‘We need help’: Fireys’ desperate plea

Conditions may be easing in fire-ravaged NSW but things aren't over yet for exhausted RFS volunteers.

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Delete this Emirati spy app now

A popular messaging app is a spying tool used by the United Arab Emirates to track the activities of those who download it, a new report claims.

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Moment tiger lunges at little boy

Glass saved this kid’s arse.

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Holidaymakers urged to ‘revisit’ plans

Roads usually teeming with tourists on their way to spend their Christmas holidays by the beach have been very quiet this year as Australia's ongoing bushfire crisis forces them closed.

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Your Netflix wish isn’t going to happen

OPINION

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New fears over STI superbug

An easily transmittable infection has become more difficult to treat as researchers discover the antibiotic tablets currently used no longer do anything.

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Firey in tears over claim RFS ‘failed’ town

An emotional Rural Fire Service volunteer has broken down live on radio, saying he is “offended” at the suggestion fireys “failed” to save the NSW town of Balmoral.

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New phone too popular to sell

Motorola’s hotly anticipated revival of its iconic Razr line of phones has been delayed because the devices are proving too popular with consumers.

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Cruel Twitter attack risking lives

Twitter users with epilepsy have been targeted in a cyber-attack that aimed to inflict seizures.

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Boeing space pod fails first launch

A new spacecraft designed to one day launch astronauts from Earth has failed its first flight.

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Why Aussies love this family SUV

Australians love SUVs and the new Toyota RAV4 is at the top of a lot of shopping lists. And while the hybrid version is winning all the acclaim, including News Corp’s Car of the Year, the petrol-powered versions have some serious pedigree, too.

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‘How is this possible?’: Greta floored

Swedish teenage ecowarrior Greta Thunberg has commented on our bushfire crisis as parts of Australia continue to burn.

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Backburning triggers more road closures

Travellers in NSW are still facing plenty of road closures despite most of the state no longer being in the grips of “catastrophic” fire danger.

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Horror day as bushfires ravage towns

Fire crews have continued to battle ferocious bushfires across the nation, which have ravaged towns in New South Wales and South Australia.

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Genius way mathematician scored date

When a Sydney actuary found himself with too much time on his hands, he turned to popular millennial dating app Coffee Meets Bagelfor help.

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This is one retro wave you need to ride

My original 1984 Commodore 64 greeted the brand new, 2019’s “The C64” from Retro Games in the same way that Ripley viewed Ash in Alien: immediate scepticism and hostility.

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PM rules out climate change rethink

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has made clear that there will be no change to current climate change policies, as he addressed the ongoing bushfires crisis after returning from holiday.

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SA fire victim named, man missing in NSW

A man killed in the devastating Adelaide Hills bushfire yesterday has been identified as local engineer Ron Selth.

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Hero firey’s amazing koala rescue

As fire-ravaged communities mourn and the nation watches the relentless crisis with nervousness and grief, a welcome moment of hope has gripped weary Australians.

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PM finally appears after flying home

Prime Minister Scott Morrison visited NSW Rural Fire Service headquarters in Sydney this morning after flying home from his family holiday in Hawaii.

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Weary firefighters work through night

An "enormous amount of fire" is still burning across New South Wales after a "very long and volatile" night, which left dozens of properties either damaged or completely destroyed.

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What luxury SUV should I buy?

If you’re keen on a luxury badge but can’t quite spare the cash, a near-new model might be the answer.

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Weary firefighters work through the night

It’s been a horror night for bushfires across NSW, with weary fire fighters working through the night to contain out of control blazes.

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Dark conspiracy spreading across Australia

Tens of thousands of Aussies are lapping up a “ridiculous” conspiracy theory — that climate change is a United Nations-led hoax to aggressively depopulate the world.

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‘How dare you’: Protesting girl blasts PM

The 13-year-old who became the image of Australia’s bushfire crisis after being filmed tearfully being moved at a climate change protest this week has spoken out — and she’s got some stern words for Prime Minister Scott Morrison.

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One dead, one critically injured by fires

A second person has been confirmed dead after South Australia’s day of devastating bushfires which led to 15 homes being destroyed along with other buildings and significant losses to stock and crops.

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What Scott Morrison really did wrong

ANALYSIS

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‘Dangerously hot’: Temps to reach 47C

After days of record-breaking temperatures, a heatwave passing through southern Australia is set to reach the ACT and NSW.

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Road trippers urged to rethink travel

People planning to set off on Christmas road trips in New South Wales today have been urged to delay their holidays as the state prepares for more “catastrophic” fire conditions on Saturday.

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Surprise brand leading electric car race

In the brave new world of electric vehicles, the established hierarchy of manufacturers no longer applies.

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Biochemist is crowned Miss America

Organisers wanted to make it clear the 99th Miss America competition isn’t your grandmother’s beauty pageant, and their winner did just that.

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Shirt brand’s dig at ScoMo’s Hawaiian holiday

While Scott Morrison enjoys a bevvie with family and snap-happy fans in sunny Hawaii, where the temperature has been averaging a balmy 26℃ this month, Australia is literally going up in flames.

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Road trippers urged to rethink travel

People planning to set off on Christmas road trips in New South Wales today have been urged to delay their holidays as the state prepares for more “catastrophic” fire conditions on Saturday.

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Cryptic posts after ‘black eye’ selfies

Fears are growing for the estranged wife of a police officer who mysteriously vanished after posting a photo of herself with black eyes to an online domestic violence group.

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Reprieve for the big four banks

The big four banks have been given a reprieve from a change that would give consumers more command on their money and make it easier to switch banks, energy providers, and telcos.

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Fire tears through dingo sanctuary

Brave volunteers from a dingo sanctuary have run through fire to save 32 wild dogs from their enclosures.

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Toyota reveals shock new car

It’s been too long since Toyota did anything like the GR Yaris, and Naohiko Saito knows it. The car’s chief engineer is emotional as he describes his project as the first truly Toyota sports car in decades.

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Driven: Toyota’s turbocharged hot hatch

Australia's favourite car brand is giving its image a genuine rev-up, with a new pocket rocket due to arrive next year.

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VW hit with record $125m fine

The Federal Court has ordered Volkswagen to pay a record $125 million in penalties related to the “Dieselgate” emissions cheating scandal.

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Why this map matters to your phone

If you’ve ever seen a compass, or even just heard about them, you’ll know they always point north. What you might not know is that they don’t always point to the same spot.

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143-year record set to fall in ‘extreme heat’

Melbourne could be about to see its hottest December day for 143 years today as the mercury looks set to climb as high as 44C on a day of “extreme heat”. Adelaide can go better than that with a forecast top of 46C.

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Photo of Morrison in Hawaii emerges

A photo appearing to show Scott Morrison on holiday in Hawaii has emerged, as the Prime Minister prepares to return to Australia.

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Teen crypto scammer charged

An alleged teen crook stole the identities of 75 people and swiped $US1 million ($A1.45 million) in cryptocurrency – all from the comfort of his Brooklyn apartment, authorities said.

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Why this is Australia favourite SUV

Australia’s love affair with Mazda’s CX-5 has been long, fruitful and unerringly faithful. For years it’s been our best-selling SUV and Mazda responds by regularly throwing us updates and improvements.

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Climate elves glue themselves to road

Climate change protesters dressed as elves have superglued themselves to the road on Pitt Street in Sydney’s CBD, causing traffic chaos.

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PM returning to Australia from holiday

Prime Minister Scott Morrison is cutting his holiday short and returning to Australia after the death of two volunteer firefighters.

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Revealing detail in Putin picture

Russia is often being accused of hacking but recent reports suggest the country is falling a little bit behind with some of its tech.

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RFS fireys killed in ‘devastating’ accident

An already difficult day for firefighters has ended in tragedy as two RFS volunteers were killed when their truck rolled southwest of Sydney.

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Two volunteer firefighters killed

Two volunteer firefighters have been killed in the battle to contain a fierce blaze that ripped through villages southwest of Sydney.

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Record temps forecast for VIC and SA

Temperatures are expected to soar into the mid-40s across Victoria and South Australia today, while New South Wales will get some much-needed relief.

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US to UK in under three hours

Our return to supersonic travel is getting closer.

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Reason to skip smart home tech

If you’re thinking of buying some fancy new smart home devices this Christmas and New Year period, you might want to think again.

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Inside Samsung’s $300 Million Open-Air Office of the Future

Samsung, one of the world’s largest tech companies, designed its North American headquarters to integrate into Silicon Valley, not wall employees off from it. Take a tour with WSJ’s Adam Falk as he checks out the workspace, including its elevated, open-air gardens. Photo: Verus Productions

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New Sydney trains ‘danger on wheels’

A trade union representing train guards has said new NSW trains, which cost more than $2 billion, are “unsafe” due to a “design flaw” and could pose a risk to passengers.

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Hottest day ever record broken — again

Australia’s record for the hottest day ever has been broken — again.

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Sydney chokes on smoke, again

Sydney has again been blanketed in smoke as bushfires burning on the outskirts of the city cause the air quality to plummet.

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Despicable theft on drought-hit town

Thieves have stolen 300,000 litres of water from a property in a drought-hit community in New South Wales.

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Where new mobile detection cameras are

The new mobile detection cameras have, in their first week of operation in NSW, caught more than 3000 people illegally using their phones behind the wheel.

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Google settles 10-year tax dispute

The tax office has chalked up a win against big tech after eCommerce and advertising giant Google agreed to pay $481.5 million, but the company still doesn’t think it should have to.

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Eight-year-old YouTuber makes $40m

YouTuber Ryan Kaji, who shot to fame with Ryan Toys Review, has topped the Forbes list of highest earners on the platform for a second year running, raking in almost $40 million in just 12 months.

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Kids locked in cars on scorching day

Paramedics have expressed their disappointment after receiving eight reports of children being locked in hot cars during a scorching 40-degree day in Melbourne yesterday.

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Only game your kids should be playing

From the dawn of the Digital Age, gamers have been exploring, exploiting, and exterminating their way through countless different worlds and eras.

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Hundreds protest outside ScoMo’s house

Protesters have declared they will stay at Scott Morrison’s house until he gets back from wherever he is.

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State of emergency declared for NSW

Premier Gladys Berejiklian has declared the second state of emergency of the bushfire season.

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World weather map a worry for Australia

Australia sweltered through its hottest day ever on Tuesday. Now forecasters are saying even that record could be broken over the coming days.

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App brings video game to life

Ferraris are for looking at, Porsches have always been for racing. Now Porsche owners can be more like race drivers and engineers, reviewing on-track speed, braking and cornering performance via smartphone.

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‘Madness’: Aussie Bight drilling approved

Drilling for an oil exploration well could take place in the Great Australian Bight next year after a Norwegian company received approval for its environmental plan amid protests from green groups.

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$299 million Waterloo metro station development

$299 million Waterloo metro station development.

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Fears fires could join into mega-blaze

Firefighters will face an “enormous challenge” today, as temperatures soar and volatile winds whip up dangerous bushfires burning across Australia.

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Temperatures to soar past 40C across NSW

Firefighters will face an “enormous challenge” today, as temperatures soar and volatile winds whip up dangerous bushfires burning across New South Wales.

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Double demerits in place for 13 days

Double demerits kick in tomorrow night and will be in force for more than two weeks across NSW.

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Australia registers hottest day on record

Yesterday was Australia’s hottest day on record, according to preliminary Bureau of Meteorology data.

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Treating smoke inhalation: do face masks work?

With bushfires inching closer to cities, smoke inhalation poses a life-threatening risk to asthmatics. While face masks are a popular precaution, do they really work?

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Dissecting murder: Australia’s most interesting crime stats

Shocking national crime statistics on murder, drugs and theft

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Lifesaving tech makes for bad drivers

Drivers who use modern safety features such as active cruise control may be more likely to become complacent behind the wheel.

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Heartbreaking secret in your smartphone

An essential ingredient in the lithium-ion batteries that power your smartphone, laptop and even your car is driving a new lawsuit from the families of children who were maimed or killed mining it.

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Porsche’s surprising Star Wars project

Porsche is travelling to a galaxy far, far away.

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Why is everyone talking about 5G?

Five things everyone needs to know about 5G mobile technology

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‘Crucial’ app’s shocking flaw

A shocking WhatsApp flaw allows hackers to crash your app just by sending you a text.

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24 Hours in Hell With Only 2010 Technology

As 2020 approaches, WSJ's Joanna Stern wanted to see just how much the smartphone has changed our lives in the past decade. So she ditched her iPhone and traveled to Hell, Mich., with a bag of 2010 gadgets, including an old BlackBerry, a Garmin GPS and a Canon point-and-shoot.

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Surprise in store for Christmas weather

Will we be playing backyard cricket under a baking sun on Christmas Day or will it rain on our Christmas parade?

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Strong winds, heatwave to fan mega-fire

Australia is still in the grips of a crisis as a heatwave descends on our southern states and Western Australia struggles through its seventh day of a bushfire emergency.

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Trash to Cash: Your Amazon Purchase Could Come From the Garbage

Some Amazon third-party sellers sell second-hand products as new on the site—some even claim to sell products they found while digging through garbage dumpsters. The Wall Street Journal set out to test their claims by setting up a Fulfilled by Amazon storefront and gathering some trash. Photo: Robert Alcaraz/The Wall Street Journal

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Aussie commando’s demons exposed

The news that a retired Australian military veteran took his own life this week is tragic.

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Is Amazon really as cheap as it seems?

Amazon Australia is finally here! But how does its prices fare up against competitors.

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‘Deadly’ new alliance threatening US nukes

Turkey is threatening to shut down a NATO air base housing nuclear weapons in retaliation for embarrassing its authoritarian president, Recep Erdogan.

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Four-day fire ban ahead of crazy conditions

Firefighters are warning NSW residents to brace themselves for heatwave conditions that are forecast to fan the more than 100 bushfires raging across the state.

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Country’s hottest ever day possible this week

Weather watchers have said “it’s almost guaranteed” all-time heat records will be broken in major cities over the coming days as a scorching heatwave marches across the continent.

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Which smart speaker is right for you?

Digital voice assistants that use AI to talk to us about news and weather and can be told to perform tasks like playing music and turning on lights are tipped to feature heavily under Christmas trees around the country this year.

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Thousands caught by new road cameras

Thousands of drivers have been caught using their phones behind the wheel by the new mobile detection cameras now in use across NSW.

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Australia blamed for global climate failure

Australia has been blamed, along with a handful of other major states, for resisting pressure to ramp up efforts on climate change at a “disappointing” UN summit in Madrid.

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Aussies warned of new airbag safety risk

Aussies are being warned to check their car for a different kind of faulty Takata airbag that’s caused a fatal accident.

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Tested: World’s biggest hot hatch

Audi claims its new RS Q8 blends “the elegance of a premium coupe with the flexibility of an SUV”. The reality is that it’s more a huge, high-riding hot hatch.

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‘Everyone needs a holiday’: PM under fire

Former fire chief Greg Mullins has declined to criticise Prime Minister Scott Morrison for going on holiday while bushfires continue to burn across the country.

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Surprise results for trusted car brands

Tesla has accelerated past luxury rivals to become one of the most trusted automotive brands, according to a survey of Australian motorists.

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Eight brands hit by airbag recalls

Australia’s largest safety recall has expanded to include a new type of Takata airbag.

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Massive problem with tourist icon

Severe drought in southern Africa has reduced one of the continent’s biggest tourist attractions - the mighty Victoria Falls - to a trickle and reduced water levels in the world’s largest reservoir to perilously low levels.

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Greta reveals truth about train trip

The spat between teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg and German national railway company Deutsche Bahn has taken on new life after the 16-year-old’s story was corroborated by eyewitnesses.

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Boy, 12, found by police fleeing fires

Firefighters are taking advantage of easing conditions in NSW before a record-breaking heatwave grips the state.

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‘Very hot’ temperatures ‘building’

A severe three-day heatwave is expected as an "exceptionally hot air mass" spreads across the country. 

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‘People are angry’: Fire chiefs slam PM

Former fire chiefs will host their own emergency summit after failing to meet with Prime Minister Scott Morrison and despairing over the lack of leadership as Australia burns.

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Big problem with dormant volcano

The last time the Tangkuban Perahu volcano erupted, swarms of tourists and residents fled down the slope in terror, as clouds of thick ash spewed out of the roaring giant.

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How to detect and avoid online scams

You might think only the naive and gullible fall victim to online scams, but scammers actually target everyone. Here's how to avoid falling into their traps.

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‘Evil’ delivery scam targeting Aussies

People doing their last minute Christmas shopping online are being warned to watch out for a sneaky scam targeting Australia Post customers.

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Accused scammer’s weird purchases

An accused scammer was allegedly working in a broader operation when he took over mobile phones to steal money he used to buy a house, Ferrari, and the royalty rights to 20 songs.

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Porsche’s Turbo SUV breaks the rules

Porsche’s Cayenne Turbo Coupe isn’t for everyone — even the colour will offend purists.

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Footage of fallen horse kicked on ground

Confronting footage captured a Melbourne carriage driver appearing to kick a horse in the head after it slipped over on the road and struggled to get up.

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‘Killer’ heatwave to break Aussie record

A “severe” heatwave is sweeping the east coast of the country and Aussies are being warned to be prepared for the “killer” conditions.

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Crazy fee Bec Judd earns for a photo

She might have risen to fame as Chris Judd’s girlfriend who wore that Brownlow Medal dress, but Bec Judd isn’t just a WAG.

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Greta called out for photo fib

Climate activist Greta Thunberg and Germany’s national railway company created a tweetstorm Sunday after she posted a photo of herself sitting on the floor of a train surrounded by lots of bags.

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Graphic vision of goat’s horns burnt off

WARNING: Graphic content

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Jeep reveals bold new Aussie mission

Jeep’s on a bold new mission to win hearts and minds, with a promise to become the world’s greenest SUV brand and better deal with disgruntled Australian customers.

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Request that broke widow’s heart

Jilted investors in a defunct cryptocurrency company want to confirm the death of the business’s founder by exhuming his remains.

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Sydney light rail’s first real test

Sydney’s newest light rail network will be truly tested this morning as commuters flock to the long-awaited tram service.

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‘Too late’: Megafire grows to 70m-high blaze

Bushfires are blazing out of control on opposite sides of the continent with homes threatened outside both Sydney and Perth.

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Huge 70m flames raze homes near Sydney

Bushfires are blazing out of control on opposite sides of the continent with homes threatened outside both Sydney and Perth.

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Russian forces go rogue against US

The chaos and confusion of civil war has seen Washington and Moscow clash again, this time with a US drone being shot down by Kremlin-backed mercenaries in Libya.

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Huge fire jumps creek to threaten homes

Bushfires are blazing out of control on opposite sides of the continent with homes threatened outside both Sydney and Perth.

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Aussie schoolkids inventing the future

Lucas Buchanan's invention is called MemoryBuddy and is designed to help people living with dementia.

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An electric tandem adventure

The Australian’s Chris Griffith and Caroline Overington share their cycling adventure on a tandem bicycle powered with an electric motor.

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‘Rare’: Massive nest of huntsman spiders

Finding a lone huntsman spider in your house is commonplace in Australia.

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Help arrives in heatwave fire fight

Australia’s biggest firefighting aircraft has been sent to Perth to assist firefighters battling massive blazes as bushfires continue to burn across the country.

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How Lexus trumps the Germans

Lexus’s NX is a quiet achiever in the prestige mid-sized SUV playground, keeping the ever-popular Germans honest.

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Is this the world’s quirkiest car?

French cars dare to be different, representing the free-spirit of their mother country. And the new Peugeot 508 mid-sizer is no different. But once you look past the little difference there is a high quality machine that is often overlooked.

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Light Rail Opens in Sydney CBD

Here is the 30 min trip from Central to Circular Quay condensed to just over 2 minutes by The Australian's Chris Griffith.

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Australia cops hate at UN climate summit

Australia’s lax approach to climate change has been called out on the final day of the United Nations climate summit in Madrid.

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‘Too damn slow’: Insane tram journey

Crowds packed the new Sydney trams today to be the first to ride the light rail.

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This SUV breaks the laws of motoring

According to the unofficial Laws of Motoring, SUVs don’t handle as well as cars.

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Former Aussie family favourite returns

Honda has launched a large sedan, knowing the business case barely stacks up.

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Michelle Obama defends Greta

Michelle Obama has taken to social media to defend climate activist Greta Thunberg after US President Donald Trump mocked the decision by Time magazine to name her Person of the Year.

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In the Elevator with DoorDash CEO Tony Xu

WSJ's Joanna Stern "bumps into" Tony Xu, CEO of DoorDash. The two discuss DoorDash's controversial tipping-policy change, the future of app delivery, and whether or not a hangry emoji needs to happen (and what it should look like). Photo: Andria Chamberlin for The Wall Street Journal

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Huge upset as dark horse wins Game of the Year

Sekiro: Shadows Die Twicewas criticised by many in the gaming industry for its extreme difficulty.

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What is with all the light rails?

Melbourne has been the leader in light rail for decades, and now the rest of Australia is catching up! So why have we suddenly got tram fever?

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2019 Game Awards: Sekiro wins Game of the Year

Fast and the Furious stars Vin Diesel and Michelle Rodriguez present the award for Game of the Year.

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Tested: New Honda Accord

The Japanese brand has brought back an old family favourite.

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2019 Game Awards: Norman Reedus presents award for Best Action Game

Star of The Walking Dead and Death Stranding, Norman Reedus makes a special appearance at the 2019 Game Awards.

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New computer’s staggering price tag

Apple’s latest Mac Pro computer is now available for order in Australia, but if you’re planning on getting the tech giant’s new top-of-the-line rig, you’re going to want very deep pockets.

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2019 Game Awards: Stephen Curry presents award for Best Esports Players

NBA superstar Stephen Curry at the 2019 Game Awards.

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Horror 50C forecast for Australia

Australia could set a new record next week for the country’s hottest day ever.

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Disturbing moment girl is harassed in her bedroom over security camera speaker

A hacker encouraged an eight-year-old girl to swear and break things in her bedroom via a security camera.

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Porsche cops a black eye in the US

A trans-Atlantic tiff could be brewing after the United States’ Environmental Protection Authority slapped Porsche’s first electric sports car, the Taycan Turbo with a surprisingly low range estimate.

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King of meteor showers to hit Australia

The annual Geminid meteor shower will light up the skies this weekend, promising an emerald-green, blue and (potentially) purple display.

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New tool for catching cheaters

Think your sweetie is cheating? Before you call in the big guns, consult the PI in your pocket: your smartphone.

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Pulsing ‘penis fish’ cover beach

Thousands of pulsing “penis-fish” have washed up on a California beach after a storm forced them out of their underwater burrows.

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Creepy find in girl’s bedroom

Chilling footage has emerged of a hacker taunting an eight-year-old girl through the smart security camera in her bedroom.

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Nissan’s Ranger Wildtrak rival tested

Utes were once made to carry heavy things and cop scrapes and scratches while getting on with the job.

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Tested: Nissan’s new tough ute

Top-shelf utes are big business in Australia and Nissan is the latest brand to offer a tough new dual-cab.

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Mini’s fastest, most powerful cars ever

Mini, described by one of its own marketing bosses as “the uncool-cool kid in the corner”, has been pumping iron.

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Big change to binge-watching

There’s no doubt we’re in a golden era of streaming, with new services, premium movies and original series being unveiled every month.

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‘Disrespectful’ fireworks must be cancelled

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New Ferrari’s staggering numbers

The numbers attached to Ferrari’s new SF90 Stradale are shocking.

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Netflix, Disney+ in the crosshairs

The government is considering whether to force streaming video giants like Netflix and Disney+ to put more Australian produced content on their platforms as part of its response to the consumer watchdog’s Digital Platforms Inquiry.

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Driver repeatedly rams speed camera

A driver has been filmed using their car to repeatedly ram into a mobile speed camera on a roadside.

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PM: ‘Climate change contributed to fires’

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has conceded climate change was a contributing factor to the bushfires that have plagued the nation for months.

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New reason to be absolutely terrified

A terrifying new species of venomous spider that rots human flesh with a single bite and hides in furniture has been found.

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Google reveals top tech gifts for 2019

The countdown until Christmas is on, with less than a fortnight to go until the most wonderful day of the year.

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Mysterious ‘holes’ found on seabed

Scientists have discovered thousands of mysterious holes in the seabed off Big Sur, California.

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Month’s worth of rain smashes Brisbane

Brisbane has been absolutely smashed by rain overnight and forecasters have said further drenchings are likely and even supercell storms could be on their way.

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Mercedes reveals new cut-price SUV

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled what should be its cheapest SUV.

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‘Bullied and kicked’: Teens thrown out of UN

Dozens of teenagers and indigenous rights activists have been thrown out of United Nations climate talks after staging a protest to demand nations commit to act now to avert catastrophic climate change.

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Map shows fires’ terrifying spread

The devastating fires that have blighted New South Wales have now burnt through 2.7 million hectares of land. That’s an area more than twice the size of Sydney or approaching half the size of Tasmania decimated by blazes.

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Time reveals 2019 Person of the Year

Climate activist Greta Thunberg has been named Time magazine’s 2019 Person of the Year.

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‘Listen to me’: Firey’s letter to ScoMo

A firefighter from a small town on the NSW South Coast has publicly called out Scott Morrison for his “complete inaction” over the bushfire crisis.

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Facebook post lands tradies in trouble

When hail stones the size of golf balls were falling in Sydney yards in December last year, roofer Mark Burtenshaw had a bright idea.

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Pressure mounts on Scott Morrison

Pressure is mounting on Scott Morrison to do more to address climate change, as bushfires continue to burn across the country and smoke blankets Sydney.

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How to save thousands on a new car

The new car market is going through one of its toughest periods in recent times, which means showrooms are flush with smashing deals.

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Why you need to buy a new phone

The 5G race is well and truly on with the nation’s two major mobile carriers in the midst of rolling out the new mobile networks around the country.

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Solution to annoying streaming problem

With all the talk about 5G and its massive promised improvements, you’d be forgiven for wondering what it means for you.

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Tested: New Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

Mitsubishi's upgraded Outlander PHEV bridges the gap between electric cars and conventional hybrids.

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The ideal eco-friendly car for Aussies

Have your cake and eat it too: That’s the sales pitch with the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, which has just been updated with more urge.

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Burning climate change question answered

Whether on social media or in the comments section of news websites, there’s one common and frequently repeated question among opponents to action on climate change.

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Influencer jailed for website plot

A social media star has been sentenced to 14 years in a federal prison after plotting to force a stranger into giving up a web domain name.

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NASA baffled by doomsday asteroid

An enormous asteroid that could one day hit Earth in a devastating impact is mysteriously spitting out rocks.

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Revealing search sums up 2019

Whether or not we were in imminent danger from a raging out-of-control bushfire was the number one concern for Australians in 2019, according to data from Google showing our search behaviour.

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‘Not normal’: MP’s fury as city chokes

Australia was on high-alert yesterday as temperatures soared above 40C and smoke haze blanketed the cities.

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Firies have ‘nothing left in the tank’

The smoke that choked Sydney on Tuesday could linger for several more days, the Bureau of Meteorology has warned.

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‘Superhuman’: Truth behind rescue photo

A White Island tour guide has been praised for his "superhuman" effort in rescuing victims from the disaster scene in an emotional Facebook tribute by his former boss. 

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Plane disappears on way to Antarctica

Chile’s air force lost radio contact with a transport plane carrying 38 people on a flight Monday evening to the country’s base in Antarctica, and authorities indicated several hours later that they were not optimistic about the aircraft’s fate.

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Tesla boss takes off in new ute

Tesla founder Elon Musk has been spotted driving around California in the company’s recently announced Cybertruck.

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Stunning photos as Sydney chokes

The consequences of the New South Wales bushfires are being felt in the heart of Sydney today, with the city’s most famous landmarks shrouded in thick smoke.

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A history of the Holden Commodore

Holden today announced it would no longer sell the Commodore in Australia after 41 years on sale.

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Holden axes iconic Aussie car

The iconic Holden Commodore is no more after the carmaker announced it would axe the car from its line-up to focus solely on utes and big SUVs.

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‘It’s so irrational’: Turnbull unloads

Former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull has defended his successor Scott Morrison, saying he is not the “coal-hugger” he seems.

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Bizarre world first for family SUV

This SUV is one of Hollywood’s biggest stars, apparently.

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Tesla driver pays dearly for epic fail

Tesla’s controversial “autopilot” function is back in the news after a driver ran into the back of a police car in the US state of Connecticut.

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Shocking photos of deadly volcano eruption

Incredible images taken by a handful of tourists were the first to show the enormous scale of White Island’s volcano eruption.

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Elon Musk spotted driving Cybertruck

Tesla founder Elon Musk has been spotted getting around in the company's bold new Cybertruck.

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The world is ‘shaking its head’ at us

Australia has sent Energy Minister Angus Taylor to the final days of a climate summit in Spain, where senior figures from around the world are likely to look at him in dismay.

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Terrifying nest of spiders uncovered

A rare photo has emerged of a colony of huntsman spiders living together in nest boxes originally built for pygmy possums.

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Red Cross lists ‘missing’ Australians

More than 20 Australians, including a newlywed couple from Brisbane, are among those still missing after the White Island volcano eruption on Monday.

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State facing ‘lethal’ day of 40C-plus temps

Exhausted fireys have spent months fighting bushfires - but today will be one of the worst days they've faced.

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ASUS ROG Phone II review

Chris Griffith introduces the new ASUS gaming phone complete with clip on accessories.

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‘No signs of life’ on NZ volcano

Five people are confirmed dead, with eight still missing and 31 in hospital after a volcano erupted twice on New Zealand's White Island.

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2000 koalas feared dead in NSW bushfires

NSW is facing a potentially “lethal” cocktail of bushfire conditions today, with smoke pollution set to smother Sydney and temperatures to soar past 40C.

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Dramatic moment volcano erupts

Video shows the dramatic moment people on a boat watch a volcano erupt, moments after they were standing in its path.

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2000 koalas feared dead in NSW bushfires

NSW is facing a potentially “lethal” cocktail of bushfire conditions today, with smoke pollution set to smother Sydney and temperatures to soar past 40C.

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Volcano eruption ‘basically instantaneous’

A volcanologist has described the quick-fire type of eruption at White Island on Monday as “basically instantaneous”.

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‘It’s nuts’: Turnbull’s message to ScoMo

Former Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has taken a swing at the government’s “fundamental problem in dealing with climate change”, saying religion and belief should never play a part.

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First White Island victim revealed

One of the victims of the White Island volcano eruption has been described as an experienced tour guide who was young and energetic, according to reports.

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Strict Sydney water restrictions start Tuesday

Residents of Sydney, the Blue Mountains and the Illawarra will have to use buckets to water their gardens or face fines, under harsh rules implemented from Tuesday.

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Shocking ‘firenado’ caught on video

Dramatic video has emerged of a “firenado” tearing through Queensland.

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Volcano eruption off NZ coast

An eruption is currently happening at New Zealand’s Whakaari/White Island.

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Map’s relieving power price prediction

More than half of young Australian families are scared to open their quarterly energy bill and are shocked by the number they see when they do, but if you’re like them there is hope on the horizon.

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iPhone users benefit from backflip

BMW has backflipped on a contentious point of in-car connectivity by making the Apple CarPlay suite free for customers.

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Putin’s secret briefcase spotted

Vladimir Putin’s top secret “nuclear briefcase”, which could trigger World War III, has been seen for the first time – sparking fear across the globe.

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Cities hit by heat spike as mercury soars

A heat spike will force temperatures to soar across much of the country over the next couple of days, increasing the risk of bushfires and pumping up the smoke haze.

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Is super fast 5G better than NBN?

Australians frustrated with unreliable service from the National Broadband Network may soon have another option.

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China game pushes protest violence

China is ramping up the anti-protest propaganda with a new browser-based game where players can hit Hong Kong “traitors” with bats.

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Devastating number of koalas dead in fires

An inquiry into koala populations and habitat in NSW is expected to hear evidence that more than 2000 of the native Australian marsupials may have died on the state’s north coast in recent bushfires.

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Pub slammed for Dyson bathroom design

A futuristic hand dryer that’s won many design awards around the world has been clad in rusted metal by a pub trying to embrace a vintage aesthetic.

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‘Slow-moving blob’ puts DC in lockdown

Secret missile launchers were uncovered. Fighter jets scrambled into the air. The White House went into lockdown. This was not a drill.

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Tough water restrictions start this week

Residents in Sydney, the Blue Mountains and the Illawarra will soon have to use a bucket to water their gardens, as tough new water restrictions are introduced.

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Megafire battle a ‘race against time’

Almost 100 fires are still burning across NSW today, with dozens of blazes still not contained. Conditions are expected to ease today to allow firefighters to conduct critical backburning operations.

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Tested: The incredible shrinking SUV

In a sign of the times, Hyundai is dropping its strong-selling Accent city car to make way for the all-new Venue baby SUV.

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Toyota Tarago replacement tested

Today, we’re testing a people-mover. Please contain your excitement.

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Anthony Albanese slams Facebook

Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese called out social media giants in a speech at the Towards 2022 conference on Saturday, needling Facebook for robbing Australia’s political debate of civility.

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‘Like hell’: World reacts as Australia burns

Media outlets around the world have reacted as more than 100 blazes burn across NSW and Sydney’s sepia-toned sky – the result of harmful smoke pollution – becomes the new norm.

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Growing ‘megafire’ bigger than Sydney

Temperatures are set to rise across much of the country, making already perilous fire conditions even worse.

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Hikers trapped in -7 degree Tassie weather

A rescue operation will begin today to save three hikers who got into trouble during a trek in Tasmania’s bleak Cradle Mountain region on Friday.

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Musk wins ‘pedo guy’ court battle

Elon Musk did not defame a British cave explorer when he called him “pedo guy” in an angry tweet, a Los Angeles jury has found.

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Greta Thunberg’s harsh reality check

The global wave of school strikes for the climate over the past 12 months has “achieved nothing” because greenhouse gas emissions have continued to rise, Greta Thunberg told activists at United Nations climate talks in Madrid.

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Weather ‘anomaly’ making Sydney choke

For Sydneysiders it was one bizarre scene after another. More than a week ago the sky turned from its usual crisp blue to a sickly yellow.

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The ideal car for bargain hunters

Bargain hunters might be more attracted to the new Corolla sedan over its hatchback sibling — and it all comes down to size.

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How huge change made BMW better

For a prime example of where cost-cutting doesn’t cost the customer, look at the 1 Series.

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Residents ‘living in fear’ amid ‘megafire’

The NSW bushfire crisis has people “living in fear” with more than 100 blazes burning across the state and Sydney choking on harmful smoke pollution.

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In the Elevator with the Scientist Behind Tomorrow’s Flying Car

WSJ's Joanna Stern "bumps into" Sebastian Thrun, the CEO and co-founder of flying-car company Kitty Hawk. The two discuss Thrun’s ambitions to take flying cars mainstream in the next decade and why it’s so important that these machines are quiet and easy to fly. Photo: Andria Chamberlin for The Wall Street Journal

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How the Montreal Protocol has slowed the rate of global warming

New research by Australian scientists has shown how the Montreal Protocol not only saved the ozone layer but has also slowed the rate of global warming by as much as 25%. Video: The Australian Academy of Science

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Greta’s extraordinary Madrid arrival

Climate activist Greta Thunberg arrived in Madrid Friday to join thousands of other young people in a march to demand world leaders take real action against climate change.

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Fisherman’s shock find in stomach

Call it catch of the day. An eagle-eyed fisherman received an unexpected surprise when he found $20 hidden in the stomach of a snapper.

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PETA warns ‘stay away’ from zoo

Sydney’s first major zoo to be built in 100 years has been slammed by animal welfare group PETA just one day before it throws open its doors to the public.

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Blazes merge into destructive ‘megafire’

More than 100 fires are burning across NSW, with multiple blazes burning at emergency level. A number of fires have joined together to create what is being called a "megafire".

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Olympics like we’ve never seen them

The Seven Network and Optus have announced plans to team up to stream the 2020 Tokyo Olympics in 4K Ultra HD for the first time.

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Sad reality in polar bear pictures

Devastating photos have emerged of Alaskan polar bears on the bank of a waterway, playing with plastic waste.

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‘It’s not rain’: Eerie BoM map explained

A weather map that appears to show rain clouds gathering over the some of the nation’s worst bushfires overnight is no cause for celebration.

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Silver snake hiding deadly secret

It doesn’t take much doing, but we now have a new reason to fear Australia’s deadliest snake.

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Benz SUV’s mild electric shock

Subtract some usefulness, add some to the price; this is the cruel but concise summary of the Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe, the swoopy spin-off of the German brand’s big (but not biggest) SUV.

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Drivers test out Aussie-first road design

Drivers on the Queensland Sunshine Coast have been the first to test out a brand new road design aimed at cutting down on congestion.

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Real reason for brother’s prank

A TikTok user believed to be the younger brother of controversial Gold Coast Young LNP leader Barclay McGain has posted a video of himself purportedly egging the recently suspended teenager.

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Australia’s best new car revealed

Toyota’s RAV4 Hybrid is News Corp’s Car of the Year.

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Tested: Toyota’s newest hybrid SUV

Shopping for a Toyota hybrid SUV? The choice just got tougher with the arrival of a petrol-electric version of the C-HR.

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Moment fire ‘exploded from the bush’

A photographer has described the intense moment a wall of flames “exploded from the bush” at the Green Wattle Fire on Thursday night, as fire crews fought to battle the blaze.

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Musk’s ‘pedo’ tweet ‘humiliated’ cave hero

A hero British diver who helped rescue 12 young boys and their soccer coach from a flooded cave in Thailand says he felt “dirtied” after being “branded a paedophile” by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk.

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Car of the Year revealed

In a win for the environment, a hybrid SUV has taken the ultimate prize in News Corp's 23rd annual Car of the Year award.

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‘Completely unacceptable’ ads banned

Facebook and Google have removed ads by the UK Conservative Party that reportedly edited statements from BBC newsreaders to make them look and sound like they were supporting the party when they weren’t, but that’s not why they were taken down.

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The first electric Mercedes – the EQC

The EQC is a mid-size SUV that's just the first in a range of pure battery cars from Mercedes Benz.

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Mercedes-Benz’s electric car surprise

There is little shock value to the first electric Mercedes. Other electric cars take bold approaches — consider Tesla’s ambitious autopilot driver aids, “ludicrous mode” acceleration and outlandish “falcon wing” doors. Jaguar’s I-Pace looks like a spaceship, BMW’s i3 redefined how a city car could work and the Nissan Leaf promises to keep your home running in a blackout.

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Aussie bushfires turn NZ glaciers pink

The bushfire smoke haze plaguing Sydney has tuned the sky an eerie shade of yellow and the sun a menacing hue of red.

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Secret codes to unlock Netflix

A subscription to Netflix gives you access to thousands of television shows and movies whenever and wherever you want to watch them, so why does it feel like you’re always seeing the same stuff?

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Bond’s ‘No Time to Die’ cars revealed

James Bond is back in No Time to Die, which is set to feature glamorous machines in a variety of landscapes. World-class stunt drivers Ben Collins (who served as The Stig on Top Gear) and Mark Higgins (a successful rally driver) push cars to the limit and beyond in a new trailer for the film.

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Location tracking fears for iPhone

A worrying location tracking feature on Apple’s latest flagship iPhone has users concerned about their privacy, but the company says it doesn’t see any problem.

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Secret cameras spot animals after fires

Stunning photos show native birds returning to bushfire-affected areas on the NSW mid north coast.

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ABC star lashes out: ‘Total fraud’

ABC election pundit Antony Green has taken a swipe at website GoFundMe for hosting a fundraising drive featuring his image and name that the broadcaster had no knowledge of.

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Air Asia X facial recognition technology

AirAsia has marked its first anniversary of flying from Melbourne Avalon Airport by unveiling the future of travel with an international first for the airline in biometric technology.

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Weird new selfie trend sweeping Sydney

A strange new selfie trend has emerged, sparked by the Australian bushfire crisis.

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Drug kingpin’s racy phone promo

The brother of drug kingpin Pablo Escobar is turning his attention from accounting to Apple.

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Maccas and Ford’s bizarre tie-up

Your morning coffee could soon help keep your car running.

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Record-breaking haze stifles Sydney

Sydney residents have now choked their way through the “longest period” of air pollution on record for New South Wales, authorities have confirmed.

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Sydney light rail opening date revealed

The wait is finally over, well almost.

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Move that could create 10,000 jobs

A new report highlights the staggering energy consumption of three companies — Woolworths, Coles and Telstra — and how switching to renewables could create more than 4000 jobs.

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Model unleashes on gamer ex-boyfriend

One of the owners of eSports and entertainment “gaming clan” FaZe has been drawn into an epic Twitter spat with his model ex-girlfriend, who’s publicly accused him of cheating on her and being a bad father to their dogs.

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Map reveals dangerous threat in Sydney

A Sydney doctor has raised concerns about the health impact of awful air pollution as more than 100 bushfires burning across NSW cause “the longest and most widespread” period of poor air quality on record.

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What bushfires are doing to your health

A Sydney doctor has raised concerns about the health impact of awful air pollution as more than 100 bushfires burning across NSW cause “the longest and most widespread” period of poor air quality on record.

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Why 7 in 10 people fear ‘big tech’

SEVEN in every 10 people worried tech giants were collecting, exploiting and selling their most private information, and more than half feared the digital platforms were being used to manipulate elections.

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Shock at dear straps for Apple product

Exasperated shoppers have taken to social media to vent about pricey “straps” being sold for wireless Apple AirPods, saying the product cycle has “come full circle”.

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Poisonous ‘seeds’ found in park

They look innocent enough but this cluster of bright green seeds has sparked an urgent warning from a council.

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Teens torture deer before death

A graphic video has circled Facebook after two teenagers filmed themselves beating a deer to death and picking off its antlers, then skinning it.

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Weird conditions fuelling new heatwave

Two capitals are set for heatwave conditions to end the week with temperatures soaring into the forties.

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Thousands of Subarus recalled

Thousands of Subarus have been recalled over fears the engine could conk out.

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YouTube superstar’s home invaded

YouTube megastar PewDiePie’s house was ransacked by burglars — who stole “90 per cent” of his wife’s valuables, according to his spouse.

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Massive change for Google co-founders

The co-founders of Google have announced they’ll be stepping down from its parent company Alphabet at possibly the most challenging time in its history because “there’s a better way to run the company”.

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Disturbing find on washing line

Some Sydneysiders taking in their washing this morning were faced with an unusual and disturbing sight on their cloths: large flecks of ash.

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YouTube boss’ hypocritical rule

YouTube’s CEO doesn’t let her own children use the platform.

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‘Only a matter of time’ until apocalypse

A catastrophic asteroid impact big enough to wipe out humanity is only a matter of time, according to one top scientist.

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Tip-off leads to big NASA discovery

Debris from India’s doomed spacecraft that crashed into the moon in September has been found by NASA.

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Trio set dangerous and illegal world record

Three men in a Mercedes-Benz have set a new speed record crossing the United States at an average speed of 166km/h.

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Sydney air as bad as smoking 34 ciggies

The air quality in parts of NSW, including Sydney, has become to bad that breathing it in all day is equivalent to smoking dozens of cigarettes a day.

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Devastating scale of bushfires laid bare

A “global tragedy” is unfolding in New South Wales with almost two million hectares of land already lost to bushfires this season, a nature conservation group has warned.

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Big changes for taxis and rideshare

Rideshare operator Uber has made it so easy to get an affordable ride in an instant that it’s a big reason behind young people abandoning car ownership. It’s also been ruinous to traditional taxi companies, not just in Australia but around the world.

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Island paradise ‘facing death row’

A tiny and idyllic Pacific nation made up of a sprawling chain of volcanic islands is “facing death row” after its capital was lashed by massive waves, its president has warned.

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Dad ‘furious’ at drunk driver’s fine

What should have been a fun night of celebration for a Queensland family turned into a nightmare after a single, stupid decision made by a drunk driver.

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Shock as hatchlings pulled from plastic shoe

Turtle hatchlings have been heartbreakingly pulled from a plastic shoe in Costa Rica.

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Annoying phone problem solved

Ever been at a crowded event like a music festival or grand final and struggled to get phone coverage?You’re not alone. In fact, that’s precisely the problem.

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Big problem with banning tech

OPINION

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New $191 road rule in force

As Sydney counts down the days until its eagerly awaited new light rail system opens, pedestrians, motorists and cyclists are being warned to pay attention or cop a fine.

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Vital message Aussies are ignoring

Australians are set to put their lives at risk this holiday period as they continue to ignore a crucial safety message in their thousands.

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Disease turns deer into zombies

A disease that turns deer into zombies is on the march across North America and there are fears it could make the jump to humans.

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Mercedes’ controversial new sales model

Mercedes is facing a revolt from its dealers over plans to sell its cars directly to customers at a fixed price.

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World leader ‘astonished’ by Australia

A former leader of a Pacific Island nation has slammed Prime Minister Scott Morrison over climate change during a Q&A special filmed in Fiji on Monday night.

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Get ready to feel really, really old

Happy 25th Birthday PlayStation!

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‘Horrific’ find in beached whale

WARNING: Graphic content

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Plan to do away with windscreen wipers

Lasers could replace windscreen wipers in future Teslas as a hi-tech way to clean glass.

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Sydney, Melbourne on track for 50C days

Sydney and Melbourne could experience 50C summer days before the end of the century if greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise, a new report highlights.

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Bushfire conditions set to worsen

Nearly 1800 firefighters and crew have worked through the night to slow the spread of a rapidly moving bushfire across NSW as conditions are set to worsen on Tuesday.

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Outrage over gesture in ring photo

A woman who shared a photo of her “favourite ring” in a jewellery group on Facebook has been accused of making a gesture symbolising white supremacy.

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How Cloud Computing Became a Big Tech Battleground

Big tech firms are investing in data centers as they compete for the $214 billion cloud computing market. WSJ explains what cloud computing is, why big tech is betting big on future contracts.

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Train your brain for health and happiness

Change your brain with practical exercises to become happy, fit and stress-free, says inspirational visiting neuroscientist and author Professor Selena Bartlett.

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Photo reveals China’s bold land grab

China’s creeping militarisation of the South China Sea has advanced another step, with surveillance balloons creating an early warning system for its illegal island fortresses.

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Women beat men at simple task

The latest social media challenge has tested participants on what’s supposed to be a simple task.

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Stellar black hole ‘shouldn’t exist’

Scientists have discovered a black hole so dense that it technically shouldn’t exist.

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Holden boss quits as sales slump

Holden managing director Dave Buttner has left the company after just 16 months in the role.

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Telco’s $6.4 million email mistake

Australia’s second biggest telco has been fined millions by the consumer watchdog after “mistakenly” telling customers they needed to switch to the national broadband network before they had to.

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Shark mystery filmmakers can’t capture

They might be one of the most fascinating creatures on the planet, mostly because of their reputation as ferocious man-eaters (thanks Jaws).

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Summer snow as weather turns weird

As bushfires rage across vast stretches of New South Wales, southern areas of the state could sink to their lowest December temperatures for almost 60 years.

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BMW driving love scammer jailed

Money can’t buy you love, but a US man who used Match.com to meet the supposed woman of his dreams showed his love’s money could buy a $A177,000 BMW — a car the 35-year-old used to skip town and leave his lady high and dry, until the law caught up with him.

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Extreme weather has left 20m homeless

An estimated 20 million people have been forced from their homes in the last 10 years due to climate change-fuelled disasters.

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IBM: Smart loves problems

Problems inspire us to push the world forward. IBM is changing the way the world works by applying smart technologies at scale, with purpose and expertise. Smart loves problems. Let’s put smart to work.®️

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Facebook post sparks fake news fury

Singapore has forced Facebook to brand a post from an Australian citizen as fake news for its “scurrilous allegations” against the government, including “absurd” accusations of censorship and election manipulation.

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Absurd feature on hi-tech car

An ambitious American electric vehicle start-up has reimagined car interiors with a hi-tech offering bursting with colour screens – and it even has seats that can weigh its occupants.

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The worst time to use the internet

New figures from NBN Co show the most congested times on the network as Australians ramp up their data consumption.

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‘Too late to leave’: Fire doubles in size

A bushfire in NSW’s Shoalhaven region has almost doubled in size after being whipped up by westerly winds.

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