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They are one of the biggest band’s in the world but scientists suggest they are not ‘harmonically daring’.

Why the biggest band in the world are officially BORING

They are mega-popular, having sold more than 100 million albums, but scientists have found that their new songs sound a lot like their old ones. Do you agree?

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US authorities do not know who is behind the impersonation attempts of Secretary of State Marco Rubio but believe the culprit was probably attempting to manipulate powerful government officials.

AI clone of Rubio targets global leader in cyber hoax

Authorities are probing how an impostor used AI to mimic US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and target leaders across the world.

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Australia's high rate of drug use raises concerns about how those substances impact the workplace. (Tony Phillips/AAP PHOTOS)

Workplace drug use prompts private testing rollout

New figures show Australians are among the world’s heaviest drug users, and the impact is showing up at work.

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Experts slam Qantas breach, urge urgent data reform

A cyberattack on Qantas has exposed customer data and reignited concerns over Australia’s growing cybersecurity crisis.

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Gen Z’ers are deleting dating apps and conducting real-life searches for a partner.

Generation Z is killing online dating. That’s good news

AARON PATRICK: The most technologically sophisticated generation is deleting dating apps because they make them feel judged and rejected.

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A TikTok deal between the US and China might be struck next week, Donald Trump says. (AP PHOTO)

Trump: TikTok deal ‘pretty much’ done

TikTok’s fate is back on the agenda as Trump prepares for a new round of negotiations.

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Deadly bat virus claims life in NSW as experts urge caution

A NSW man is the fourth Australian to die from bat lyssavirus — experts warn the infection is always fatal once symptoms start.

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AI technology ‘STAR’ is a newcomer treating infertility issues.

‘Remarkable’: AI helps infertile couple fall pregnant

A couple who struggled to conceive for years are now expecting their first child after a ‘game changing’ successful AI intervention. 

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Ham sandwiches can still be advertised under new junk food ad bans in South Australia, Health and Wellbeing Minister Chris Picton said.

Humble ham sandwich back on the menu amid junk food advertising ban

Claims ‘healthy’ foods would fall under the ban have been dismissed.

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Is having sex with 583 men in six hours a public service or a dopamine trap? We asked Aussie OnlyFans star Annie Knight, who did just that.

Annie Knight defends 583-man sex record: ‘It was empowering’

EXCLUSIVE: They’re young millionaires earning more in a week than most Australians make in a year, turning extreme sex stunts into both income and fantasy — but how high is the price of fame?

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Families are receiving support after a childcare worker was charged with multiple offences.

Childcare atrocities threaten to destroy whole system

EDITORIAL: Even the most anxious of parents would struggle to come up with a scenario this wicked. 

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A vaccine update sent out Thursday morning revealed RSV jabs meant for adults had been given to babies and children, and vice versa.

Urgent warning after patients given wrong vaccine

The WA Department of Health has sent an urgent reminder to medical staff to make sure they’re giving patients the right RSV immunisation after receiving reports of some being given the wrong type.

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The World Health Organisation wants countries to hike taxes on alcohol and sugary drinks. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS)

WHO urges higher taxes on sugary drinks, alcohol and tobacco

The World Health Organisation is campaigning for significantly higher taxes on tobacco products, alcohol and sugary drinks.

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Scientists say something registered as moving toward Mars is likely an interstellar object.  (AP PHOTO)

Astronomers discover object from outside the solar system

Scientists have discovered what might be only the third known interstellar object to pass through our solar system

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Elon Musk’s antics and a rapidly evolving market aren’t helping the company that bought us the cybertruck, as sales drive off a cliff.

Tesla refresh fails to reverse EV sales slide

Elon Musk’s antics and the rapidly evolving market aren’t helping the electric vehicle company.

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