Recent articles from publications based in Australia.
The NRL finals battle between an unstoppable force and an immovable object
ABC News Australiaby Nick Campton·19d ago
Fri, 11 Sept, 7:50 pm, Final score, Rabbitohs 10, Knights 20 If we're ever going to solve that old question about unstoppable forces and immovable objects, the best way might be letting Brian To'o...
World-first unpowered DNA computer sets speed record
New Atlasby Mike McRae·19d ago
Computing is a power-hungry resource in today’s world. By 2050, as much as 20% of the electricity consumed by the US commercial sector will be used to crunch numbers.
Worried about your car being hacked? You should be – no matter where it was made
The Conversation Australiaby Dennis B. Desmond, Lecturer, Cyberintelligence and Cybercrime Investigations, University of the Sunshine Coast·19d ago
Earlier this week, the ABC reported a cybersecurity expert hacking a BYD Shark 6 hybrid ute. The expert gained control of the Chinese-made vehicle’s locks, headlights, and audio and video, saying...
'Concerning' steps taken by chess pro's alleged stalker
PerthNowby Tara Cosoleto·19d ago
'Concerning' steps taken by chess pro's alleged stalker A cafe operator who denies stalking a young chess pro for years remains an unacceptable threat of harming her if released, a judge says.
$1 million reward offered for information on Gus Lamont
PerthNowby Abe Maddison·19d ago
$1 million reward offered for information on Gus Lamont A $1 million reward has been offered for any information about missing toddler Gus Lamont one year after he disappeared from his family's...
Fiji proposes scrapping immunity for past coup leaders including current PM
ABC News Australiaby Lice Movono and Kyle Evans·19d ago
In short Immunity that shields those involved in past military coups from prosecution could be scrapped under proposed changes to Fiji's supreme law.
Inquest hears of efforts to 'save the children' after jumping castle tragedy
ABC News Australiaby Sandy Powell·19d ago
In short: One of the first responders to the Hillcrest Primary School jumping castle tragedy, which killed six, has described in court the "organised chaos" of efforts to save the children.
Twenty minutes' notice of Tasmanian job cuts, union says
ABC News Australiaby Josh Duggan·19d ago
In short: Tasmanian public service workers have left in tears after meetings where they were informed about job cuts, often without being given details, a union says.
Israel's parrots, Cuba's Trump walkout and other UN summit takeaways
ABC News Australiaby Brad Ryan·19d ago
Scores of the world's most powerful people have gathered in New York for the UN's annual leader summit.
Taiwan, human rights are 'red lines' for China
PerthNowby Liz Lee and Yimou Lee·19d ago
Taiwan, human rights are 'red lines' for China Taiwan and human rights are "red lines" for China that cannot be crossed, the country's ambassador to the US has, striking a firm tone ahead of this...
Coalition vows to 'take a chainsaw' to climate laws, offshore wind
ABC News Australiaby Jake Evans·19d ago
In short: The Coalition would cancel offshore wind zones, scrap climate laws for heavy industry and car makers, and attempt to lift the ban on nuclear if it wins power.
Mining sector keeps local shares from sinking into red
PerthNowby Derek Rose·19d ago
Mining sector keeps local shares from sinking into red The mining and resource sector is holding up the local bourse, keeping it on track for its third straight session of very modest gains.
We asked people with dementia about voluntary assisted dying. Here’s what they said
The Conversation Australiaby Adrienne Matthys, Casual Academic (Gerontology and Human Services) and Research Assistant, Charles Sturt University·19d ago
What do Australians with dementia think about voluntary assisted dying? Until recently, no researchers had thought to ask. Our two small studies change that.
Massive $1m update in Gus Lamont search
PerthNowby David Hannant·19d ago
Police announce $1m reward in search for 4yo Gus Lamont Police are now offering a $1m reward for information on the disappearance of four-year-old Gus Lamont.
Major update in missing 4yo Gus case as one year approaches
PerthNowby Kristin Shorten·19d ago
Gus Lamont: Record reward announced for information days ahead of anniversary of little boy’s disappearance A record $1 million reward has been offered for information that helps police find...
Jesse Baird was concerned by Lamarre-Condon's access to gun, jury hears
ABC News Australiaby Jamie McKinnell·19d ago
In short: The NSW Supreme Court is hearing evidence from friends of Jesse Baird in the Beau Lamarre-Condon murder trial on Wednesday.
McGowan set to get director spot on Stokes-backed media giant
ABC News Australiaby Paddy Manning and Rebecca Trigger·19d ago
In short: The former premier of WA, Mark McGowan, is tipped as a potential appointee to the Southern Cross Media board, following a merger with Kerry Stokes' Seven West Media.
Bribery accused denies link to wife's death overseas
PerthNowby Rex Martinich·19d ago
Bribery accused denies link to wife's death overseas The first man charged under new foreign bribery laws has denied having anything to do with his wife's death overseas.
Breaking: City of Perth plunged into more turmoil as CEO sacked
ABC News Australiaby Courtney Withers·19d ago
The trouble-plagued City of Perth, which is under investigation by the local government watchdog amid ongoing governance concerns, has sacked its chief executive officer.
Schooled for ruling • Dean Ashenden
Inside Storyby Administrator·19d ago
The sociology of education got off to a flying start in the 1950s and 1960s: against the prevailing assumption that kids got on well or badly at school according to their “ability,” sociology...
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