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- Two new stick insect species emerge from Queensland forests Two new species of stick insect have been identified in Far North Queensland during research conducted by the University of Sydney.
- Discover what’s next: 5 days left to save up to $200 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 ticket Grab your ticket savings before prices go up on September 25 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Plus, get a second of the same ticket type at 50% off.
- Brownlow latest chapter as Daicos continues rewriting AFL history When Nathan Buckley's decade-long tenure as Collingwood coach came to an end midway through 2021, there was a silver lining for the club amid the painful exit of the club.
- Meta’s Muse is outpacing ChatGPT’s early mobile launch According to just- released estimates from market intelligence provider Apptopia, Muse’s app on mobile devices has been downloaded more times during its first twelve days on the market than ChatGPT.
- US states settle lawsuit over Paramount-Warner merger Hollywood writers and 12 US states challenging Paramount's buyout of Warner Bros have agreed to a settlement, paving the way for a merger.
- US states settle lawsuit over Paramount-Warner merger Hollywood writers and 12 US states challenging Paramount's buyout of Warner Bros have agreed to a settlement, paving the way for a merger.
- Perseverance’s View of ‘Turquoise Bay’ The 818 images used to create the natural-color panorama were captured between Oct. 5 and Oct. 16, 2023, the 933rd to 944th Martian days, or sols, of the mission.
- Victoria bans data centres from residential zones and near schools Victoria will need new data centres to source their own renewable energy under a strategy unveiled by Premier Ben Carroll on Tuesday.
- Thirteen-year-old surfer breaking records as first Indigenous world champ Leihani Zoric almost didn't compete in El Salvador, but now the 13-year-old is the youngest International Surfing Association Under 18 World Junior Champion in history.
- Treasury chief says AI executives, not their bots, will carry the can for criminal acts Bessent’s remarks come as four of America’s leading AI developers have now said that their agents escaped testing environments and hacked outside organizations and people: OpenAI, Anthropic, Meta, and.
- Tech stocks lead ASX higher after Wall Street surge; oil snaps losing run US stocks are climbing with markets worldwide after oil prices and yields in the bond market gave back some of their jumps from last week.
- Tech stocks lead ASX higher after Wall Street surge; oil snaps losing run US stocks are climbing with markets worldwide after oil prices and yields in the bond market gave back some of their jumps from last week.
- Teen suffers memory loss after Indonesian school-meal poisoning A new spate of mass food poisonings linked to Indonesia's nationwide free meals program has renewed calls to suspend or cancel the program.
- Why younger Australians are facing a tough economic future The first European war since 1945 has not only pitted Russia against the US and Europe, it has caused a schism in the NATO alliance.
- Dating app safety shouldn't be left to women, researchers say Almost all women surveyed in a new Australian study reported encountering harmful behaviour on dating apps, with many taking their own precautions to stay safe.
- Super wars escalate as Coalition leans in to mortgage plan There are growing calls to consider whether the pool of retirement savings can help address contemporary economic problems.
- State's sex assault trials face overhaul to cut trauma Lawmakers are hoping to reduce the trauma of sex assault trials by limiting courtroom questioning and scrutiny of victims' private counselling records.
- 'Red hot' with anger: city residents face AI inquiry Community groups and local councils will be given a national platform to raise their concerns over the construction of data centres in Australia's biggest city.
- Datacentres in Victoria to be banned in residential areas Datacentres in Victoria will be banned in residential areas and needed to use renewable energy and contribute to the community, under new state government rules.
- Ten lessons from Jakob Ingebrigtsen, one of the world’s most beguiling athletes | Sean Ingle In recent weeks, the 26‑year‑old has added to his legacy with a European 5,000m gold, the World Ultimate 5,000m title and a world road silver medal despite achilles surgery.
- John’s cancer patients were prescribed opioids. This warning was missing While treating breast cancer patients, palliative care doctor John Gillett learned that many had been prescribed opioids but were not warned about the risks of driving on strong painkillers.
- Four satisfying new Sarah Pound salads you’ll want to eat Packed with texture, zippy dressings and layers, these midweek-friendly dishes put crunch back on the table.
- Climate change could push many Melbourne women out of work. This app aims to keep them in it As temperatures rise, Melbourne will shift towards a nighttime economy.
- Can’t hit your 10,000 steps per day? Try this instead Can’t hit your 10,000 steps per day? Try this instead.
- Its DNA is Japanese but this dark and moody wine bar brings so much more to Oxford St Three-year-old sake bar Amuro on Crown Street scored a hat for its singular sake-led counter dining.
- Jean Nassif told ICAC there were ‘minor defects’. Owners are spending $10 million to fix them Before ICAC came sniffing, residents in a large apartment built by the fugitive developer’s company knew something was wrong.
- The Australian town that turned a sorry past into a present The latest chapter of this Tasmanian town features creatives and makers quietly crafting beauty.
- There’s a special reason guests keep returning to this unique Sydney hotel It’s a relief to find a hotel that thinks so carefully about its women guests, as well as women in the broader community.
- ‘Totally exposed’: Harbour tensions flare over Walsh Bay event space Waterfront residents and hospitality figures are divided over a proposal that has become a flashpoint over nightlife, heritage and residential amenity.
- It offers more than 100 sake options, but this bar may have a little too much ambition I admire the ambition of Bar Kaeru, but I worry that it will fail in its mission if the service isn’t addressed.
- Is this overnight ferry to Japan better than flying? I found out People are running to board the ferry – running.
- ‘More power to redheads’: Brethren leader backs Hanson, building nuclear bombs ‘More power to redheads’: Brethren leader backs Hanson, building nuclear bombs.
- The Roosters love a shiny, million-dollar back-rower. This is why they don’t need one The Tricolours have long had an eye for an expensive edge recruit.
- Why this new Ukraine pact is a war-game changer for Australia Ukraine is now training NATO forces in drone and electronic warfare.
- Mudgee’s farmhouse restaurant Zin Food + Wine House to close after 12 years The closure will bring to an end the showpiece restaurant’s unbroken run of chefs’ hats.
- A confusing airline name, but this business class is excellent With continuing disruption in the Middle East, this Asian carrier with extensive Europe connections is increasing its flights to Australia.
- Smart glasses to be banned from all WA public schools to protect staff and students from secret filming Smart glasses will be banned from all WA public schools to protect teachers and children from being secretly recorded in classrooms and playgrounds.
- I was indoctrinated from a young age. But I have changed my mind on 'frontier wars' Quibbling from armchair experts gets up my nose.
- Origin Energy vs AGL Energy: Which ASX dividend stock is better for income? Choosing between Origin Energy Ltd and AGL Energy Ltd is a classic income investor's dilemma. Origin has a history of consistent, franked dividends.
- EV brand BYD erases 'China' and 'surveillance' from its privacy policy BYD has been selling vehicles here since 2022. The Australian Privacy Act allows for data to be transferred to China.