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Afternoon Update: Tsunami alerts across Pacific; inflation drops; and Australian rocket goes out with a bang

Shallow magnitude 8.8 quake hit near Russia’s Kamchatka peninsula provoking warnings as far away as New Zealand and California

The Guardian - AU · Jul 30, 2025

Embrace AI or suffer: Atlassian billionaire's warning

Billionaire tech founder Scott Farquhar says Australia must make changes in its laws to become a powerhouse in the region for artificial intelligence.

AAP · Jul 30, 2025

Clandestine US submarine flexes muscle at Aussie port

It's not hard to miss docked at a busy port but the USS Ohio secretly sailed into Australian waters before offering a rare glimpse inside.

AAP · Jul 30, 2025

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Seahorses wiped out by floods find new marine homes

An endangered seahorse species unique to Australia which has been impacted heavily by floods is getting a second chance at life with aqua-hotels.

AAP · Jul 30, 2025

Wallaby goes from long-shot 'Leo' to Lions series hero

Justin Harrison became part of Wallabies folklore for his daring move during the third Test against the Lions in 2001, securing a famous series victory.

AAP · Jul 30, 2025

‘We have a cloud, and that’s the end’: first Australian-made orbital rocket crashes shortly after takeoff

While Gilmour Space’s Eris rocket lasted only 14 seconds in the air above Bowen, nascent Australian space industry says failed orbit attempt is a launchpad for future success

The Guardian - AU · Jul 30, 2025

With the UK and France moving toward recognising Palestine, will Australia now follow suit?

One of the smallest and most exclusive clubs in the world belongs to states. The US Department of State puts the number of independent recognised states at 197, while others count 200.

The Conversation · Jul 30, 2025

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Australian court dismisses bid to imprison ex-police officer who killed 95-year-old with Taser

An Australian appeals court has dismissed a prosecutor's attempt to imprison a former police officer who killed a 95-year-old nursing home resident with a stun gun

The Independent UK · Jul 30, 2025

Australia left hanging by US on key submarine deal

Australia will have to wait longer to find out what the US plans to do with a multi-billion dollar submarine deal between the two nations.

AAP · Jul 30, 2025

Cricket Australia’s mooted BBL sell-off pits big risk against megabucks reward

Selling Big Bash League teams to private investors would improve its global standing and help attract the best players but raises serious questions over control and flexibility

The Guardian - AU · Jul 30, 2025

Aussie rocket carrying Vegemite lifts off, then crashes

History has been made as the first launch of an Australian-made rocket from home soil was hailed as a major step forward, despite it crashing seconds later.

AAP · Jul 30, 2025

Big-hitting Owen receives another Aussie call-up

Hobart Hurricanes hero Mitch Owen has been rewarded for a superb T20 debut by being called into Australia's ODI squad to face South Africa.

AAP · Jul 30, 2025

From Cute to Collectible: The Rise of Plush Fashion in Australia

Plush fashion is having a moment—and it’s not just for kids anymore. Across Australia, fuzzy textures and soft shapes are becoming a staple in everyday accessories.

inkl · Jul 30, 2025

Australia To Ban Under-16s From YouTube

Australia will use landmark social media laws to ban children under 16 from video-streaming site YouTube, a top minister said Wednesday stressing the need to shield them from "predatory algorithms".

International Business Times · Jul 30, 2025

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The Conversation · Jul 30, 2025

The giant cuttlefish’s technicolour mating display is globally unique. The SA algal bloom could kill them all

Every year off the South Australian coast, giant Australian cuttlefish come together in huge numbers to breed. They put on a technicolour display of blue, purple, green, red and gold, changing hues as they mate and lay eggs.

Space · Jul 30, 2025

Australia's 1st orbital rocket, Gilmour Space's Eris, fails on historic debut launch (video)

Gilmour Space made history today (July 29), conducting the first-ever orbital launch attempt with an Australian-built rocket. That vehicle, named Eris, didn't get very far.

The Guardian - AU · Jul 30, 2025

Search under way for US sailor missing from USS George Washington in sea north of Australia

US navy and Australian authorities are conducting search and rescue operations in the Timor Sea after reports of ‘possible sailor overboard’

AAP · Jul 30, 2025

'Big test': Minjee Lee leads strong Aussie Open assault

Major winners Minjee Lee, Grace Kim and Hannah Green will spearhead a nine-strong Australian challenge at the Women's British Open at Royal Porthcawl in Wales.

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AAP · Jul 29, 2025

PM firm on Palestinian statehood as pressure mounts

Australia won't follow France and the United Kingdom in pushing for Palestinian statehood to pressure Israel into abiding by a two-state solution.

AAP · Jul 29, 2025

'Show about nothing': PM taunted over US tariffs

The coalition has referenced the 1990s sitcom Seinfeld in its criticism of Anthony Albanese's failure to secure a meeting with US President Donald Trump.

The Guardian - AU · Jul 29, 2025

Morning Mail: poll underlines Aukus doubts, YouTube ban for children, UK to recognise Palestine

Essential survey shows majority think the submarines will never be delivered; government changes its mind on platform ban

The Guardian - AU · Jul 29, 2025

Zionist Federation of Australia urges Israel to ensure flow of aid – as it happened

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The Conversation · Jul 29, 2025

We used tiny sensors in backpacks to discover the extraordinary ways birds migrate to find water

Every year, nomadic Australian waterbirds fly vast distances to find food and the perfect nesting site. They have to be good at finding not just water, but the right kind of water. But across much of Australia, that can be hard.

The Conversation · Jul 29, 2025

China’s greening steel industry signals an economic reality check for Australia

Australia has flourished as an export powerhouse for decades. Much of this prosperity has been driven by the nation’s natural endowment with two important raw products for producing steel the traditional way: iron ore and metallurgical coal.

The Conversation · Jul 29, 2025

Australia is too often a leader in conspiracy thinking – from Port Arthur ‘trutherism’ to Christchurch

The Australian government officially categorised the white supremacist Terrorgram Collective as a terrorist organisation last month – after it was linked to an alleged plot to kill a New South Wales Labor MP. A decentralised network, Terrogram mostly operates on the messaging app Telegram.

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