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Boris Johnson pecked by ostrich.

Ostrich shows Boris Johnson where he sits in pecking order

The former British PM was cruising through what appeared to be a wildlife park when an ostrich stuck its head through the window to give him a feisty peck.

  • Livia Albeck-Ripka

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Thumb’s up … to no good.

The digital age is a pain in the digit – and my texting thumb is over it

So you’ve never had this condition, “texting thumb”? Keep scrolling – and scrolling – and you’ll get the feel of it.

  • Cherie Gilmour
WA authors Natasha Lester, Holden Sheppard and Rachael Johns. Pictures: Supplied

‘Holding us hostage’: WA authors’ horror as Meta uses their pirated work

Writers across Perth and Australia are reeling at stolen copies of their books being used without permission or compensation. But can they leave this toxic relationship?

  • Emma Young
Singer Anthony Warlow.

‘With all due respect’: Phantom social media post haunts show star

Sharp social media comments, an actor who denies posting them and a swift disappearance: things are getting a bit dramatic at Opera Australia.

  • Stephen Brook
Daria Kasatkina

‘My new homeland’: Russian tennis star Daria Kasatkina switches allegiance to Australia

Women’s world No.12 Daria Kasatkina will play for Australia after her application for permanent residency was accepted by the federal government.

  • Scott Spits
The road into Little River.

Residents opposed this solar farm. Then the government changed the rules

A massive solar farm near Geelong will be fast-tracked after opponents, including Catriona Rowntree, waged a campaign against it

  • Bianca Hall
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Treasurer Jim Chalmers during debate.

Albo, you’re delulu and I have no solulu

Politicians do not need to be simultaneously fluent in talk tactics and TikTok. So why do they insist on trying?

  • Michelle Cazzulino
Port Adelaide footballer Tom Cochrane (centre) is congratulated by teammates (L-R) Jack Whitlock, Benny Barrett, Joe Berry and Christian Moraes after the club named him to make his debut.

Footballer with Tourette syndrome to make AFL history; Bombers to debut El-Hawli; Reid’s punishment announced

Tom Cochrane, son of former Power player Stuart, will become the first player with Tourette syndrome to make his AFL debut. Meanwhile, Essendon have named attacking half-back Saad El-Hawli to make his debut on Thursday night.

  • Scott Spits, Roy Ward and Angus Delaney
Money, Money, Money podcaster Glen James was invited into budget lock-up.

Australian Labor Party paid content creators’ travel costs for budget

Podcast hosts, feminist influencers and content creators were allowed into the lockup for the first time – and will be joining the prime minister on the campaign trail.

  • Olivia Ireland
Adolescence highlights a concern most parents have today: what is my child being exposed to online?

The adults in Adolescence are clueless. Here’s how to do better

Beyond the horrific crime committed, the most shocking aspect of Netflix’s Adolescence is the lack of understanding most of the adults demonstrate of the online world. Here’s how to engage with your teen – and why it’s so important.

  • Nell Geraets

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