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Podcaster Joe Rogan 'preys on fear': ABC boss warns

Australians have increasingly turned to alternative media sources, but the ABC head claims these content creators plunder the public for 'malevolent' purposes.

AAP · Nov 27, 2024

On this day in 2014, Australian cricketer Phillip Hughes died after a blow on the head while batting

Ten years ago on November 27, the cricketing world received a shock when the 25-year-old Australian batter Phillip Hughes died in the hospital, two days after being hit by a ball in the lower part of his head while batting in a Sheffield Shield match.

The Times of India · Nov 27, 2024

Phillip Hughes family and friends statement on 10-year death anniversary: 'He played cricket for all the right reasons'

Friends, family and teammates of late Australian cricketer Phillip Hughes paid their tributes on Wednesday, marking 10 years since he died after being struck on the neck while batting.

The Times of India · Nov 27, 2024

Australia needs an AI law to stop copyright 'pirates'

Artificial intelligence tools, including chatbots from Google, Amazon and OpenAI, need to be regulated by law in Australia, an inquiry recommends.

AAP · Nov 27, 2024

Social Media Ban For Under 16s Has Passed House Of Representatives. Now What?

Australia’s House of Representatives has just passed a bill aimed at banning children under the age of 16 from using social media platforms. 

Pedestrian.tv · Nov 27, 2024

‘They’re Big On Nights Out’: New Study Lifts The Lid On Nicotine Pouch Use Of Young Aussies

The rise of nicotine pouch use is worrying experts who say it's yet another trick from the tobacco industry. So how did we get here?

Pedestrian.tv · Nov 27, 2024

Power plants warning as mass blackout scare loses heat

Public servants, big businesses and everyday folk have saved the day by turning off non-essential electricity during a major heatwave.

AAP · Nov 27, 2024

Something strange is happening in Test Cricket - for once, it’s a good thing

ANALYSIS: In 2024, touring teams are winning Test matches more often that ever. After India’s win over Australia in Perth continued the trend, Harry Latham-Coyle explores if this is an aberration or a sign of a sea change for the sport

The Independent UK · Nov 27, 2024

Infant dies amid worst Queensland whooping cough epidemic on record

Queensland Health confirms child’s death from highly contagious infection as vaccination rates plummet and cases spike across Australia

The Guardian - AU · Nov 27, 2024

Australia weigh up adding Webster to Adelaide squad

Australia are considering bringing Beau Webster into their squad for the Adelaide Test, as cover for allrounder Mitch Marsh.

AAP · Nov 27, 2024