Aussie hope crashes out in bid to win Giro pink jersey Australian sprint star Kaden Groves has fallen heavily in a mass crash at the end of the Giro d'Italia's first stage in Bulgaria as Paul Magnier took victory. AAP · May 8
How to watch the Giro d'Italia 2026 for free (legally) Here's how you can watch Giro d'Italia 2024 live streams online, as it continues until Sunday, May 26. WhatToWatch · May 8
Business Brief (May 8): TikTok Thailand Expansion Approved China-EU trade tensions rise, Australia issues final ruling on Chinese steel products Caixin Global · May 8
Australia's digital payments overhaul is quietly reshaping consumer expectations Australia has spent the better part of a decade rebuilding its payments infrastructure from the ground up. What began as a technical project to modernise legacy banking systems has become something far more consequential — a fundamental shift in what everyday Australians expect from any service that handles their money. inkl · May 8
Deadliest Animal Attacks That Humans Somehow Survived Nature can be beautiful, peaceful, and breathtaking. But in rare moments, it can also become terrifyingly brutal. Around the world, people have survived attacks from some of the deadliest animals on Earth, including sharks, crocodiles, bears, snakes, and massive wild predators. In many of these cases, doctors believed survival was… MyLifeXP · May 8
Isis-linked Australian women returning from Syria charged with crimes against humanity Australia’s department of home affairs estimates that more than 200 Australians, including men, women and children, travelled to Syria and Iraq between 2012 and 2019 to support or join the terrorist group The Independent UK · May 8
Delta Goodrem Is A Favourite At Eurovision 2026 — So What’s The Plan If She Actually Wins? There’s a pretty good chance that Australia could actually win the Eurovision Song Contest this year. So, what would happen? Pedestrian.tv · May 8
What’s next for the ISIS families? This is how ‘de-radicalisation’ programs work in Australia Amid great media attention, four women and nine children with links to Islamic State have returned from Syria to Australia. The Conversation · May 8
Beauty you can measure: New eye-tracking study reveals the world’s most visually stunning spas A novel eye-tracking study has revealed the world’s most visually striking spas, showing how setting and design can shape the way we relax just as much as the treatments themselves. Euronews · May 8
Universities around the world scramble after cyberattack disrupts student portals A significant cyberattack on the Canvas learning platform has disrupted academic operations at numerous universities across the US, Australia, and Europe. Institutions like Stanford and Yale reported potential exposure of student data, including names and email addresses. The incident, with a cybercrime group claiming responsibility, highlights growing cybersecurity threats to… The Economic Times · May 8
Jewish man feared for life during Mardi Gras parade A Jewish convert has told a royal commission he felt a "profound" level of hatred while taking part in Australia's biggest gay pride parade. AAP · May 8
3 Australian women back from Syria face slavery and terrorism charges over alleged IS links Three women have been charged with slavery and terrorism offenses after they arrived home from Syria with another 10 Australians who police say are linked to the Islamic State group The Independent UK · May 8
Waitress review – sweet but underbaked Broadway musical finally arrives in Australia Even among the notoriously thin plots of musicals, this one feels particularly underfed – though Natalie Bassingthwaighte does a reasonable job The Guardian - AU · May 8
IS-linked women are facing a raft of criminal charges. A legal expert explains the laws at play After multiple attempts to leave Syria, four ISIS-linked women (often referred to as “ISIS brides”) and nine children have arrived back in Australia. The Conversation · May 8
The Guardian - AU · May 8 Archibald prize 2026: Richard Lewer’s portrait of artist Iluwanti Ken wins $100,000 Australia’s most prominent portrait prize was announced on Friday at the Art Gallery of NSW, where the finalist exhibition will open on Saturday
The Conversation · May 8 Gas and coal have long tied Japan to Australia. It’s time for a new climate and green industry partnership There was much warmth on display at the official leaders’ meeting between Australia and Japan on Monday. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese gave his Japanese counterpart Senae Takaichi an AC/DC drum skin signed by the band members, while receiving new vinyl records for his DJ collection. Both leaders famously love…
The Times of India · May 8 “You will be dead forever”: Sneako posts disturbing messages after Australia reportedly issues lifetime ban against streamer Streamer Nico “Sneako” Kenn De Balinthazy shared another cryptic message on X saying, “I am ready to die,” after reports claimed Australia banned him from entering the country. Sneako denied being deported and later claimed federal agents followed him during his visit. His latest posts have gained major attention because…
The Guardian - AU · May 8 Khaled Sabsabi is finally at the Venice Biennale: ‘Being here is already a win’ Australia’s representative at the world’s biggest art show has not one but two works on show – a major achievement and happy ending to a year of controversy and protest
The Conversation · May 8 Australia has the world’s highest rate of ACL reconstruction surgery. Rehab may be just as good If you’ve ever watched a game of Australian rules football, rugby league or basketball, you’ve probably seen it happen: a player lands awkwardly, grabs their knee, and doesn’t get back up.
AAP · May 7 Snakes alive! Nature's greatest storyteller turns 100 Nature-lovers across Australia are planning remarkable displays to celebrate renowned naturalist Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday.
AAP · May 7 Weapon-maker investments stoke warnings for Future Fund Australia has been urged to adjust its sovereign wealth fund after hefty investments in weapons companies and banks involved in illegal Israeli settlements.
The Guardian - AU · May 7 Morning Mail: woman charged with joining Islamic State, anger over drink branding, how Saudis sank Project Freedom Three women arrested over terror-related offences after returning to Australia from Syria
The Guardian - AU · May 7 Woman who returned from Syria refused bail – as it happened This blog is now closed
The Conversation · May 7 Apps such as Stremio let you stream for free. How do they work? And are they legal? For a brief period, film and TV piracy in Australia seemed to be somewhat under control.
The Conversation · May 7 Choosing a high school can seem enormous. How do you know if one is right for your child? Across Australia, Year 6 families are doing the rounds of high school open nights, information evenings and tours.