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FILE — Ukrainian soldiers train with an unmanned ground vehicle in the Donbas region of eastern Ukraine, Feb. 21, 2025. Ukraine is using unmanned ground vehicles armed with bombs, guns or rockets to carry out attacks and keep its soldiers out of harm’s way. (Tyler Hicks/The New York Times)

How killer robots are transforming the battlefield

Ukraine is trying to turn more of the fighting over to unmanned systems as it struggles with troop shortages and seeks ways to defend itself without risking heavy losses of soldiers. 

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The hormone procedure under scrutiny has been promoted since the early to mid-2010s. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)

Research shows popular IVF hormone add-on may not work

A hormone procedure commonly offered to IVF patients as an 'add-on' doesn't improve chances of falling pregnant, a new study has found.

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Scientists have found a new potential pathway for human limb regrowth.

New move to help humans regrow limbs

Scientists conducting a study into limb regeneration in animals have newfound hope that humans could one day regrow lost limbs.

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Google Chrome is set for a massive change from Tuesday.

Major change coming to Google Chrome for Aussies

Google has announced a major change impacting all Australian Chrome users, and it is starting today.

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A pumice stone and brush, one way to care for feet. It’s almost sandal season, which means it’s time to get your feet in shape.

What’s the best way to remove calluses on your feet?

Calluses are thick, rough patches that are ‘your skin’s natural defence’ against chafing and irritation. Here’s what you need to do to get rid of them.

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Blue Origin has demonstrated its first landing of a reused booster.

WATCH: Wild moment Bezos’ reusable booster lands

Blue Origin has launched AST SpaceMobile's BlueBird 7 satellite and demonstrated its first landing of a reused booster.

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Free RSV jabs are being rolled out for seniors 75 and older and Indigenous people aged 60 or older.

Free access to potentially life-saving jab for seniors

The federal government is introducing free respiratory syncytial virus vaccinations for Australians 75 years and older.

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An Australian veteran takes part in an iboga ceremony with traditional healer Lewis Mbwela.

Traumatised Aussie veterans turn to psychedelic drug rituals

Adam Shand travels to Zimbabwe to take part in a psychedelic drug ritual which Aussie combat veterans are turning to in a last ditch hope to cure drug addictions and ease post traumatic stress.

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Canva boasts a $60 billion private valuation and is tipped to seek a share market listing, but is it immune from the brutal sell-off that hit all public software businesses in 2026.

Canva’s big pitch: AI Champion or next software casualty?

Canva boasts a $60 billion private valuation and is tipped to seek a share market listing, but is it immune from the brutal sell-off that hit all public software businesses in 2026.

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A new review of research spanning a decade, published on Wednesday, concluded that the clinical benefit of new Alzheimer’s drugs is negligible.

Alzheimer’s drug analysis stirs debate about effectiveness

THE NEW YORK TIMES: While data indicated that new Alzheimer’s drugs could modestly slow cognitive decline for some patients, would that effect be meaningful or too slight to make a difference?

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The mania for businesses directly linked to demand for AI is set to sweep across the ASX as soon as the June quarter with two potentially large listings.

AI mania set to hit ASX as SharonAI, Firmus target listings

The mania for businesses directly linked to demand for AI is set to sweep across the ASX as soon as the June quarter with two potentially large listings.

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JPMorgan boss Jamie Dimon warns AI software could turn on its masters and drain bank accountants, independent of human instruction.

Why AI could be the Frankenstein’s monster Anthropic built

AI’s rapid advancement and latest threat to online banking’s security shows its development poses big risks to regulators and humanity.

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Ben Riley discovered by accident that his dad hadn’t been telling the truth about his cancer.

Why going to AI for medical advice could kill you

Ben Riley discovered by accident that his dad hadn’t been telling the truth about his cancer.

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Outlook Mobile will soon be the only Microsoft email app that works for Android users.

‘Death date’: Major Outlook change coming in weeks

Microsoft has confirmed that in weeks, users will be unable to use an Outlook app, with an urgent message issued for users worldwide.

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