‘Unacceptable’: Controversial Chinese platform banned
Intelligence agencies have warned that a Chinese AI platform poses a national security risk, leading to a major ban.
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Virus sweeping Bali resorts popular with Aussies
A potentially deadly virus has more than doubled in one of Bali’s top tourist hotspots, sparking urgent warnings from health authorities.
Why self-driving taxis can’t hit Aussie streets
Self-driving taxis are struggling to hit Australian roads, but one company is pushing to change that. So what’s standing in their way?
Peri-natal depression and anxiety affects dads too
Zach Tuohy’s confession on I’m A Celebrity … Get Me Out of Here has reminded us about the importance of having open discussions around men’s mental health, says Dr Erin Seeto.
Sam Kerr: ‘I was held hostage in a cab’
Bodycam footage has captured the moment Sam Kerr allegedly racially harassed a police officer, as she claimed she was held in a London cab and phoned the US helpline 911.
Airfares to US falling as thousands of extra seats added
The expansion of Delta Air Lines into Melbourne has triggered a welcome airfare price war with Qantas and Virgin both rushing to slash prices.
‘Shell-shocked’: Where is Aussie mum Sam Murphy?
Questions haunt any examination of this tragedy. Why haven’t Sam Murphy’s remains been found? How was she killed? The biggest question is this – why was she killed, on a morning jog, allegedly by a young man she had never met?
Here’s why Kyle Sandilands’ diagnosis can be deadly
Kyle Sandilands stunned listeners with the news of his brain aneurysm diagnosis – a potentially deadly condition that affects around 1 in 50 Australians. See causes, symptoms and treatments.
‘Online hate’: Why tech giants could be fined billions
A review has advised the maximum penalty for tech companies over ‘online hate material’ should be lifted — potentially costing billions.
ASX 200 ends flat as China retaliates to US tariffs
Australian stocks end flat, Aussie dollar dives 0.9 per cent as rebounds halted after US tariffs on China go ahead and China retaliates. Woolworths, Westpac announce leadership changes. Nine remains in ‘difficult position’: UBS.
Climate 200 bags $5.9m in donations
Climate 200, which donated to independent MPs, has emerged as a huge beneficiary of political donations — receiving more than minor parties combined. See the top 20 donors.
Doctors reveal key to fix Medicare bulk billing
Doctors are calling for a $4.5 billion cash injection to overhaul Medicare and lift bulk billing rates by boosting the rebate for a standard GP appointment and properly funding longer consults.
UK court trial begins for Matildas star Sam Kerr
The Australian captain faces a five-day trial over allegations of the racially aggravated harassment of a London police officer in 2023.
Laos methanol tragedy: Wong calls for investigation
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has called on the Laos government to ensure those responsible in the case of two Australian teens who tragically died are brought to justice.
Neo-Nazi group hit with sanctions as Dutton’s caravan criticism grows
Nation-first sanctions have been slapped on a Neo-Nazi group, as Peter Dutton intensifies criticism over when Anthony Albanese was briefed on a caravan allegedly packed with explosives.
Australians back capping lawyers’ cut in class actions
As Australia approaches a record year for class actions, scepticism about their effectiveness is rising and support growing for tighter laws to protect claimants.
Aussie dollar, stocks, crypto smashed as trade war starts
Aussie shares retreat heavily along with the Aussie dollar and cryptos as Trump orders tariffs. A$ hits five-year low. Tariffs biggest trade shock since 1930s: RBC. Cettire “assessing” US tariff changes. Anna Bligh to vacate ABA’s top job.
Australia’s most feared health condition revealed
More than 3000 Aussies have revealed the state of our nation’s wellbeing. It’s changed — with many saying we lose 11 minutes of sleep a night. See how you can get help and have your say.
‘Unacceptable’: Covid runs rampant in Aussie aged care facilities
The Covid death rate of our elderly in residential care is double that of the pandemic peak. Experts are blaming poor vaccination rates. Use our interactive tool to search vaccination rates of aged care facilities near you.
‘Rainbow diet’: What Aussies need to do to keep weight off
The amount of time and money we spend to get fit has changed. See what Aussies are doing and what experts say you can do to get your family fit for free.
Cancer fraudster escapes $500k fine, gets ‘Netflix treatment’
Fake cancer fraudster Belle Gibson has escaped paying a ballooning $500,000 fine because of a botched legal claim against the influencer whose scam is now being retold in a Netflix series.
‘Age-old hatred of Jews’ must stop
There was one stark message at the commemoration of the liberation of Auschwitz that the world must listen to – stop the hate towards Jews before it’s too late.
Musk’s $US5 trillion Treasury move as Canada declares tariffs war
The Trump administration has given billionaire Elon Musk unprecedented access to a sensitive payments system, sparking an uproar, as Canada reacts to Donald Trump’s tough tariffs.
Aussie kids struggle with basics: How to help your child
Children are taking longer to settle into daycare or school in the new year because they’re more anxious, can’t focus and don’t know how to play with other kids, experts say. Find out why.
Labor not out of the woods yet
Despite this week’s new inflation figures putting Australian households firmly within reach of a desperately needed interest rate cut, Labor is far from celebrating, writes Clare Armstrong.
‘Six world marathons before I turn 80’: Why I love running
A gruelling 42.2 kilometre test of mental and physical strength has become a new box tick for some Aussies who are part of a sweeping global trend – and age is no barrier.
Nigel Farage pushing for ‘strong’ and ‘patriotic’ leadership in the UK
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage says the political consensus the United Kingdom has had for years “doesn’t work”.
Elon Musk going through USAID with a ‘fine tooth comb’
Sky News host James Macpherson says Elon Musk is going through USAID payments with a “fine tooth comb”.
Australian government bans Chinese AI DeepSeek from all its devices
The Australian government has made the decision to ban DeepSeek from all of its systems and devices on national security grounds.
‘It’s pretty dire’: Victorian Treasurer’s staff instructed to avoid economic terms
Sky News host James Macpherson slams Victoria’s Treasurer Jaclyn Symes amid revelations her staff were instructed to avoid using economic terms….
Paul Murray calls out the ‘reality’ under an ‘awful’ Labor government
Sky News host Paul Murray criticises the “awful” Labor government as everyday Australians grapple with the cost of living crisis.
Nigel Farage vows to hold largest rally in UK political history
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage is aiming to bring in crowds of “five figures plus” for the launch of his party’s local election campaign…
Video captures moment medevac plane crashes in Philadelphia
Dramatic footage captured the moment a medevac plane crashed in Philadelphia on Friday (January 31). Emergency responders, debris, and billowing…
‘Stay Strong’: Hundreds Evacuated as Severe Flooding Hits Northern Queensland
Hundreds of residents in northern Queensland were in evacuation centres by Monday, February 3, after six months’ worth of rain fell in just…
Paul Murray reacts to ‘the most Australian thing you’ve ever seen’
Sky News host Paul Murray has reacted to a clip of “the most Australian thing you have ever seen”.
Albo’s big move against Chinese AI app
The Chinese-owned AI app that caused a $1 trillion hit to prominent tech stocks has been banned on government devices over national security fears.
Business groups expected to use ‘targeted’ campaigns to sway swing voters
News Corp Senior Writer Patrick Carlyon discusses how business and industry groups are preparing “targeted micro-campaigns” to help sway…
‘Flood and fire’: Australians being ‘absolutely smashed’ by disastrous weather
Sky News host Paul Murray says “flood and fire” is hitting Australians hard at the moment.
Hinchinbrook Shire Mayor provides update on devastating North Queensland floods
Hinchinbrook Shire Mayor Ramon Jayo has provided an update on the devasting floods that have impacted North Queensland.
UNRWA ‘should not be funded’
Shadow Foreign Affairs Minister David Coleman says UNRWA “should not be funded”.
Penny Wong is Australia’s ‘worst ever foreign minister’
Sky News host Sharri Markson has labelled Penny Wong as “Australia’s worst ever foreign minister”.
Victorian Opposition stands against proposed changes to anti-vilification laws
Sky News host Caleb Bond discusses how the Opposition in Victoria are standing firm against proposed changes to anti-vilification laws.
Concern raised over changes to Victoria’s ‘anti-vilification laws’
Sky News host Caleb Bond discusses the rise of concern over Melbourne’s “anti-vilification laws”.
‘Insulting’: Sean Spicer slams US spending on DEI projects as ‘wasted’ taxpayer money
Former White House press secretary Sean Spicer claims it is “insulting” for US citizens to have their tax money “wasted” on DEI projects…
Anti-ICE Protesters Take to Seattle Streets
Hundreds of protesters marched in Seattle, Washington, on Sunday, February 2, to protest the Trump administration’s immigration policies, local…
Teenagers Arrested After Stolen Car Rammed Into Clothing Store
Four teenagers have been arrested by police in Fresno and charged in connection with a ram-raid on a clothing store during which items valued…
Gazans attempt to raid aid trucks in Rafah
Gazans threw rocks and attempted to stop aid trucks as dawn broke in Rafah early Tuesday morning (February 4). With the fighting currently paused…
‘Extreme’ weather conditions battering Australia
On tonight’s episode of Paul Murray Live, Sky News host Paul Murray discusses floods, fires, cost of living, US politics and more.
‘Bad news’: Polling results dipping for Albanese
Sky News host Paul Murray discusses the “bad news” on polling results surrounding the Albanese Labor government.
Soccer Star Sam Kerr Calls Police Officer ‘Stupid and White’ After Late-Night Taxi Dispute
Chelsea and Australian soccer star Sam Kerr called a British police officer “stupid and white” at a police station in Twickenham after a…
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