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Flight chaos for hundreds of thousands was caused in ‘millisecond’ by software error
UK ministers say report into incident leaves questions unanswered over why problem was not discovered and fixed earlierBusiness live – latest updatesA…
Thailand’s Malay-Muslim separatists vow to fight as peace talks stall
Thailand’s main armed separatist group, Barisan Revolusi Nasional, says it will continue fighting for self-determination…
How fantasy fans are keeping a Turkish blacksmithing tradition alive
In Izmir’s historic Kemeralti bazaar, the Akdemir family is finding new customers for a four-generation craft.…
We have a duty to 'progress' Good Friday Agreement, taoiseach tells PM
The pair were expected to discuss a further strengthening of ties including boosting trade, security and working with the European Union.…
Teen who piloted Channel boat with 165 migrants jailed
Chan Mathok Atak has been sentenced to two years and three months in prison after piloting the boat.…
Flight chaos caused by software defect, says air traffic control body
The failure led to more than 2,000 flights being cancelled and hundreds of thousands of passengers affected.…
Andrew Hastie says AI advised him to reply ‘congratulations!’ to man who planned to end life with assisted dying
Liberal MP speaks of AI’s shortcomings as cyber chief tells inquiry the tech is needed to fend off ‘highly capable malicious cyber actors’Get our new …
At least one dead and multiple injured in Philippines school shooting
At least one person is believed to have died and several injured after the shooting in Banga in Mindanao province.…
‘Just ask Grok’: How ISIL is using Big Tech’s AI to build bombs
Evidence shared exclusively with Al Jazeera ISIL supporters sharing ways to bypass AI safeguards.…
Victorian police officer charged after allegedly punching and kicking handcuffed teenager during arrest
Detective senior constable is due to face court in Ballarat next month on common assault chargeGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news pod…
Swimmer dies after being bitten by shark off popular Perth beach
Authorities called to Sorrento Beach on Friday morning following reports of shark-related incidentFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updat…
‘Brutal’: thousands of T-shirt designs stolen and listed on Temu, Sydney label claims
Warwick Levy, who runs Lonely Kids Club, says AI may have been used to scrape his entire website and replicate designsGet our breaking news email, fre…
Liberal and Greens senators call for age of criminal responsibility to be lifted in wake of youth justice report
Incorrect media reporting is leading to inconsistent treatment of children across states and territories, the report foundFollow our Australia news li…
Sydney woman sentenced for killing and dismembering abusive husband
‘Disposal of the body in this case was as thorough as it was brutal,’ justice Peter Hamill said when sentencing 55-year-old Nirmeen NouflFollow our Au…
Learner drivers turn to YouTube and TikTok to cut costs - but instructors warn of risks
One learner says social media clips saved her money, but there was also misinformation online.…
Tony Burke rejects farmers’ claims that immigration changes will increase food prices
Farming lobby says shoppers will see emptier shelves and higher prices because of restrictions on backpackersGet our new political email, free app or …
India to impose controversial fee for UPI instant payments: Who benefits?
It's the end of an era for India's popular instant digital payments system, which has been free of charge until now.…
Climate change had major role in triggering Nepal floods, scientists say
The combined toll from the deadly incident now stands at 1,446 people dead and at least 6,669 missing.…
What’s the Asian Games accommodation crisis, and where will athletes stay?
In a cost-cutting move, Japan decided against setting up a dedicated athletes' village but now faces a backlash.…
Family of 'Putney pusher' suspect blame police pressure for his death
The family of Nicholas Brandram have insisted he was not the so-called "Putney pusher".…
Australia Post worker stole dozens of bank cards to fund ‘debilitating’ gambling addiction
Court hears Mauro Paul Coluzzi and two associates defrauded customers and banks of more than $130,000Follow our Australia news live blog for latest up…
Prominent athlete tells Alan Jones trial he sent shirtless photo before unwanted kiss he wished ‘never happened’
Former 2GB and 2UE broadcaster has pleaded not guilty to 22 indecent assault and sexual touching chargesFollow our Australia news live blog for latest…
Mum's Facebook kidney plea prompts 'mind-blowing' gift from total stranger
A woman has undergone a lifesaving transplant after receiving a kidney from a stranger who saw her post on social media.…
Two teenage boys charged with murder after alleged mistaken identity shooting death of Sydney student
Boys aged 14 and 16 charged after Marco Tapia, 23, was killed inside his family’s home in Glen AlpineFollow our Australia news live blog for latest up…
Poll shows Americans are increasingly alarmed by AI’s ecological footprint
New poll finds over half of Americans fear AI-driven data centers will hike electricity costs and strain water supplies.…
Health officials in turmoil over 11th-hour backflip on aged care algorithm override powers, emails reveal
Ministers given emergency briefing about changes to algorithm decisions just three days before tool rolloutGet our breaking news email, free app or da…
EU moves closer to social media ban for under 13s
Ursula von der Leyen announces draft law to stop apps ‘depriving children of their childhood’The EU will move forward with plans for an under 13s soci…
Ex-officer jailed over 'toxic' WhatsApp culture
Former officer who asked for a suspect's sex video to show "the lads from footy" is jailed for four years.…
Amazon to launch Ring ‘neighbourhood watch’ app in UK amid US privacy fears
Doorbell firm aims to replace WhatsApp or Facebook groups with platform where people can post about safety or lost petsAmazon’s doorbell camera maker …
Bondi attacks prompt creation of new institute for emergency care of children in NSW
NSW Institute for Paediatric Trauma will help doctors, researchers and specialists prepare for trauma casesGet our new political email, free app or da…