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Earthquake hits eastern Japan

A strong earthquake has shaken eastern Japan but there was no tsunami warning, according to public broadcaster NHK.

The New Daily · May 26, 2023

Snow doubt about it, Thredbo has exceptional runs

It's early evening at Thredbo. My quads and calves are burning from an exhilarating day on the mountain slopes.

The New Daily · May 26, 2023

Travelling abroad? Don’t be tempted to pay your way using your home currency

Despite the high fees, more than half of international customers still choose to pay in their familiar home currency when they travel.

The New Daily · May 26, 2023

Eight gadgets that will change your next trip – for the better

Here are eight products that will ease any worries about your upcoming adventure, and smooth any hassles on the journey.

The New Daily · May 26, 2023

‘Mortgage prison’ sees Australians lose thousands in potential savings

Some borrowers have found themselves locked in a 'mortgage prison', potentially costing them more than $10,000 in savings per year.

The New Daily · May 26, 2023

Rise of the planet of the orcas: European coast sees hundreds of attacks on boats

Orcas have sunk a third boat off the coast of Europe, with sailors reporting the whales a repeatedly targeting boat rudders.

The New Daily · May 26, 2023

Blue skies ahead: Five homegrown places to chase the sun this winter

Winter is just around the corner, making now a great time for those in the southern states to chase the sun.

The New Daily · May 26, 2023

Top videos: Stan Grant’s passionate speech and Sydney’s towering inferno

A Sydney building collapsed after flames engulfed it, Stan Grant gave a powerful sign-off for Q+A and a bear found a swimming pool.

The New Daily · May 26, 2023

Boat carrying 500 migrants disappears off Libya

A boat carrying about 500 migrants, including a newborn baby and pregnant women, has disappeared in the central Mediterranean.

The New Daily · May 26, 2023

Sydney lights up with Vivid Festival

The switch has been flicked for Sydney's annual Vivid Festival, marking the start of three weeks of lit-up visual displays, music, ideas and food.

The New Daily · May 26, 2023