Doctor attends Zoom trial while operating
A judge shut down a virtual trial after a doctor appeared in surgical scrubs and mask with medical machinery beeping in the background.
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TikTok vid captures most Aussie bloke ever
Move over Crocodile Dundee, this fellow has just gone viral overnight after being filmed with his snake at a pedestrian crossing.
Meet the gamer who got the girl, the car and the $4.4m pad
A 25-year-old gamer, the son of the Mayor of Logan, is the new resident of a $4.4 million luxury riverfront apartment overlooking the city in Kangaroo Point
Girl ‘killed sister’ day after viral TikTok
A 14-year-old TikTok sensation has been charged with stabbing to death her disabled older sister, hours after her video went viral.
Where Aussies who left Facebook have now gone
More Aussie social media users are testing Facebook alternatives after the company banned news. This is where they’ve gone.
Fake Tom Cruise taking over TikTok
The actor has been making a name for himself on TikTok – however, there is one very crucial detail that has people alarmed.
When Facebook news ban will end
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has revealed when Facebook will end its controversial ban on news for Australian users.
NSW hit by ‘very serious’ global hack
Transport for NSW was targeted in a ‘very, very serious’ hack that struck businesses and agencies worldwide, a senior minister has revealed.
Concern over internet cop’s ‘new powers’
Australia’s internet cop has warned online sex workers are being impersonated by scammers – amid concerns her office is too powerful.
Facebook, Google news laws pass
Australia has become one of the first countries in the world that can force tech giants to pay for news after new laws pass.
Huge change coming to your Google page
The homepage of Google has looked pretty much the same for more than two decades, but the company is testing a change.
‘Crap’: Australia’s new favourite app
The app saw such a sudden surge in popularity Apple thought the developers were trying to cheat the system when it hit number one.
‘I’m fine with this’: FB exec’s callous reply
Top Facebook executives blocked posts from a Kurdish group after a request from the Turkish government, according to a new report.
One man’s fight to shame alleged thieves
When the luxury car that belonged to this Gold Coast man’s late father was stolen, he decided to shame the alleged offenders into changing.
Hottest new app you’re not on yet
It’s a hit among Silicon Valley types and big name celebrities, but you might have trouble joining them on there just yet.
‘Fake snow’ conspiracy spreads online
An unusual new conspiracy theory has spread online in recent days after Texans suffered through a severe winter snow storm.
‘Uh oh’: Moment entire board lose job
Footage has emerged of a school board berating and threatening parents in what they thought was a private meeting.
Two deaths before Facebook ban
Facebook’s platform was previously “used to foment division and incite offline violence” in the country which is now in the grip of a military coup.
Kangaroo goes viral ‘working’ at WA pub
A bartender in the outer suburbs of Perth has shared hilarious videos of a kangaroo coming in and out of the pub, appearing to work.
Zuck ‘changed the rules’ for conspiracist
A new report alleges a ban on a controversial figure was watered down at the behest of the Facebook founder, and it may have played a role in the US Capitol riots.
Facebook’s new threat to WhatsApp users
Social media and advertising giant Facebook caved after a widespread backlash but it’s still quietly working on a plan to get what it wants.
Tech giants’ misinformation code ‘limp and pointless’
Facebook, Google and TikTok signed up to the voluntary code today, but many see it as “pointless and shameless”.
‘Very good chance’: Trump plan bombshell
A key adviser to Donald Trump has dropped a bombshell, saying there is a “very good chance” he will embark on a major new venture.
Hot new app’s scary China link
The app boasts famous users, velvet rope exclusivity and a billion-dollar valuation, but a ‘creepy’ flaw is prompting concerns.
Facebook ban kills ‘wanky’ trick
We all have at least one mate who does this. And with the Facebook news ban, they’re no longer able to backdoor brag.
Journo’s hilarious feud with hacker
Hackers who stole Sydney media identity Joe Hildebrand’s Twitter account demanded he pay up for its return. Then they got a nasty surprise.
Simple question getting FB users in trouble
A simple question from a trusted friend in your messages could trick you into giving up important information.
Why judge posted hilarious viral video
A lawyer who became a viral star after his Zoom meeting filter mishap has been unmasked – and the judge has revealed why he posted the footage.
Tiny thing Instagram wants hidden
It never takes up more than a tiny percentage of your screen but Instagram doesn’t want to see it at all on its platform.
Two girls die after being brainwashed by Harry Potter-themed death group
A sinister online group is thought to be the cause of two 12-year-old’s deaths in Russia.
‘Critical’: Concern over data access
Law enforcement agencies were told to follow the rules after it emerged all of those investigated had accessed Aussies’ data without authorisation.
Navy sailor caught on OnlyFans
Britain’s Royal Navy are hunting down a second female sailor after she was caught selling homemade porn on adult website OnlyFans.
Google fails to rule out Gmail, YouTube ban
Google has refused to rule out changes or the removal of more than just its search engine in Australia in answers given to a Senate inquiry.
NBN customers forced to use phones to access internet
Australia’s National Broadband Network has become a tale of haves and have-nots, with some users forced to wait months for a connection.
Hilarious courtroom mishap goes global
A Texas court hearing over Zoom went wrong when a lawyer couldn’t turn off his cat filter — and it’s the funniest thing you’ll see today.
Suburbs to get faster internet revealed
About 100,000 Australian premises will get access to the top tier of the national broadband network. Find out if your suburb is on the list.
China blocks new viral social app
The invite-only app was attracting users in mainland China before access was abruptly cut off earlier this week after taboo topics appeared.
Facebook’s crackdown to anti-vaxxers
Facebook will crackdown on bogus COVID-19 claims from anti-vaxxers and promote how people can get the vaccine.
‘Vengeful’ Trump fears sink deal
The ousted CEO of Parler has revealed he was worried a deal with Donald Trump would have given the former president too much control over the site.
Hidden Google snub in new ad
A new ad has included a hidden dig at Google as the tech giant battles with the government over whether it should have to pay for news content.
Grieving family’s fury over fake fundraiser
The grieving relatives of a young woman killed in a car chase have warned of a fake funding page preying on those touched by the tragedy.
Facebook Live captures horror moment
As live video from Facebook streamed across the world on Sunday, viewers watched in horror at what unfolded before their eyes.
OnlyFans model’s ‘genius’ job hack
An OnlyFans model has been praised as a “supervillain level genius” after revealing how she used a fake Gumtree ad to her advantage.
Optical illusion in photo divides internet
Do you see a dog or a man in this photo? The answer is completely dividing people and your answer could say a lot about you.
Neighbours’ new weapon against noisy parties
Has your neighbour’s Airbnb erupted into a noisy gathering? Now you can call a new hotline and dob in the offending partygoers within minutes.
PM defied again by COVID quack Kelly
Two days after being read the Riot Act, controversial Liberal MP Craig Kelly has taken to social media to again share COVID misinformation.
‘Outrageous attack’: Parler CEO fired
The CEO of controversial social network Parler has unleashed on the company after being fired, prompting a furious response from its owner.
PM’s showdown talks with Google
Scott Morrison has held showdown talks with the international head of Google as the tech giant fights tooth and nail against the government’s media code.
Miracle COVID side-effect cure rubbished
Social media is in a frenzy over claims of a simple cure for one of the main side effects of COVID-19. But others think it’s too simple to be true.
30k Aussies don’t know they were hacked
A top official has revealed up to 30,000 victims could not be contacted after a government agency was targeted in a massive hacking attack.
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