From school shootings to synagogue bombings, leading AI chatbots helped researchers plot violent attacks, according to a study published on Wednesday that highlighted the technology’s potential for real-world harm. Researchers from the non-profit watchdog Centre for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) and CNN posed as 13-year-old boys in the United States and Ireland to test 10 chatbots, including ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Perplexity, DeepSeek and Meta AI. Testing showed that eight of those chatbots... [Continue Reading]
Some advocates say vitamin IV drips can promote clearer thinking, immunity, beauty and even anti-aging, but health experts say there is little research to back the claims. [Continue Reading]
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Two top doctors and a nurse have left Albury Wodonga hospital in just six months, prompting a vote of no confidence in management. [Continue Reading]
A brief social media post by the US Energy Secretary caused the Trump administration to do a major U-turn. Within 30 minutes, Secretary Chris Wright posted - and deleted - that the US Navy had successfully escorted an oil tanker through the Strait of Hormuz. Despite its short life, the claim sent oil markets into a frenzy, sparked a denial from the White House and triggered mockery from Iranian officials. Vedika Bahl explains in Truth or Fake. [Continue Reading]
With one parliamentarian from the far north set to go, residents in some areas will go from being 15 minutes' drive away from their local MP to 15 hours. [Continue Reading]
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Residents in Chinchilla, Queensland, are facing an urgent crisis as authorities have issued a warning of imminent flooding. The situation escalated rapidly as local waterways are projected to peak, particularly Charleys Creek, which is expected to experience significant overflow due to recent heavy rains. The region bracing for these conditions includes central Queensland, where residents have expressed mounting concern for their homes and local businesses. As reported, the peak water level at the Burnett River in Bundaberg reached 7.4 meters, prompting warnings for Chinchilla. Notably, local pub owner Peter Sullivan has been monitoring these developments closely, predicting that the river... [Continue Reading]
Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman held a phone call with UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper to address recent military escalations in the Middle East. The discussion focused on the serious repercussions these events pose for both regional and international security. During the call, Qatar strongly condemned Iranian attacks on its territory, declaring such acts unacceptable under any circumstances. Qatar, which has maintained a neutral stance in regional conflicts, highlighted its ongoing efforts to mediate between Iran and the wider international community to prevent further escalation. The dialogue underlines the potential for diplomacy amid rising tensions... [Continue Reading]
Residents on the NSW South Coast are being asked to decide which model helicopter they want to replace Nowra's "chopper on a stick" landmark. [Continue Reading]
Fresh questions are being asked about the British prime minister's judgement over the former peer Peter Mandelson, who he appointed as the UK's ambassador to the US. [Continue Reading]
In a developing story from the Milano Cortina Games, German silver medallists Linn Kazmaier and Florian Baumann have come under investigation by the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) following their protest during a medal ceremony. The athletes did not remove their caps or turn to face the flags during the Russian national anthem, which has evoked strong reactions amid ongoing tensions surrounding Russia's participation in international sporting events. The incident has raised concerns amid the backdrop of the IPC's decision to allow Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete under their national flags, a move that has been controversial due to the... [Continue Reading]
Anti-slavery chief questions process before football squad returned to Iran; Queensland police say car found near flood zone. Follow updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastBuyers would no longer have to foot the bill for costly building and pest inspections, under a plan to be announced by the Victorian premier, Jacinta Allan, later this morning.Allan will announce that if Labor is re-elected in November, it will develop a mandatory building and pest inspection scheme, with legislation to be introduced to parliament in 2027. Under the plan, vendors would be required to organise and pay for the... [Continue Reading]
Christine Tu, a former Patent Examiner at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), has agreed to pay $122,480 in a settlement resolving claims she improperly engaged in patent reviews linked to companies where she had financial interests. The allegations cover actions from October 2019 to November 2022, during which Tu reportedly worked on at least one patent application from a company she financially benefited from. Additionally, she reviewed more than 20 patent applications from a competitor to a company she invested over $125,000 in. The settlement reflects violations of the Ethics Reform Act of 1989, which prohibits executive branch... [Continue Reading]
Recent tensions in the Middle East have escalated, particularly as Iranian military actions continue to draw international concern. A drone strike was reportedly launched on Dubai's international airport, further heightening the sense of insecurity in the region. This incident is viewed as part of a broader pattern in Iran's strategy amid ongoing conflict with the United States and its allies. The situation appears increasingly intricate as the United States uses its military capabilities to assert dominance, while Iran, despite not matching American military might, engages in strategic maneuvers to exert pressure on economic vulnerabilities globally. A key component of Iran's... [Continue Reading]
Australia is finalising its response to a request for the release of oil reserves amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Follow live. [Continue Reading]
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At a recent United Nations Security Council meeting, members adopted a resolution condemning Iran's recent attacks on Gulf States and Jordan. The resolution was supported by the United Kingdom, which emphasized the serious threat these attacks pose to regional security. The UK’s Chargé d'Affaires to the UN, James Kariuki, voiced firm backing for the sovereignty and political independence of the affected countries. The Council's action came amid ongoing assaults on civilian infrastructure, particularly in Bahrain, which continues to experience injuries and loss of life due to these attacks. Bahrain’s leadership played a pivotal role in bringing this issue to the... [Continue Reading]
Victorian Farmers Federation president Brett Hosking resigns amid rumours he is seeking political pre-selection. [Continue Reading]
Qatar's envoy to UN condemns Iranian drone, missile strikes across the Gulf as 'clear violation of international law'. [Continue Reading]
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Eircom will have to refund over €305,000 in international call charges to around 14,800 customers after it failed to clearly make information around exclusions to international call allowances available to them. [Continue Reading]
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Newly released documents also show Peter Mandelson was offered highly classified briefings before formal vetting was completeKeir Starmer overruled officials who warned of a “reputational risk” in making Peter Mandelson US ambassador, despite being handed a dossier of evidence about the peer’s relationship with the sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, documents reveal.The disclosure in newly released files will raise fresh questions about Starmer’s judgment – as well as about the vetting procedures at the highest levels of government.Mandelson was offered a severance payment of £75,000 after initially asking the Foreign Office to pay him more than £500,000;Starmer was warned before appointing... [Continue Reading]
SA Police officers are continuing their resumed search for missing four-year-old Gus Lamont after returning to Oak Park Station in Yunta. [Continue Reading]
Residents in Chinchilla and parts of central Queensland brace for the worst as floodwater continues to rise, despite conditions easing towards the coast. [Continue Reading]
Sydney's humidity has been rivalling the tropics in the middle of wet season, with the stifling conditions expected to linger into autumn. [Continue Reading]
It takes backbone to solve an enigma like the “falling cat” problem. [Continue Reading]
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Germany's Paralympians stage their own protest against Russia's inclusion at the Milano Cortina Games, while Ukraine says its athletes have been mistreated by the International Paralympic Committee. [Continue Reading]
how much economic pain can the world take This war may not be decided in the battlespace, rather in the stability of the global economy. [Continue Reading]
Latest sculpture titled ‘King of the World’ includes plaques with pointed commentary on pair’s past associationA woman’s heart is a deep ocean of secrets. The appearance of a golden statue depicting Donald Trump and the disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein as doomed lovers from the movie Titanic is confronting Washington with a murkier mystery.The nearly 12-ft sculpture, unveiled on Tuesday on the National Mall, is the third piece of guerrilla art satirising Trump’s past relationship with Epstein attributed to The Secret Handshake, a shadowy collective whose members remain anonymous. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
The presidents of the United Arab Emirates and Serbia held a phone call focusing on recent regional military escalations and their implications for security. During their discussion, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić condemned a recent attack targeting the UAE Consulate General in Iraqi Kurdistan. This attack was described as a grave breach of international norms protecting diplomatic missions, signaling a worrying escalation that threatens diplomatic personnel's safety. The UAE and Serbian leaders agreed on the urgent need to halt further escalatory actions in the region. They emphasized that only through serious dialogue and diplomacy can security and stability be preserved. The... [Continue Reading]
Developers and economists say the apartment mix , or lack of , is the result of increasing building and labour costs, competition for labour, growing demand from owner-occupiers and the need for private developers to stay profitable. [Continue Reading]
Kneecap rapper Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh said that he was relieved by today's judgement but said they had expected the verdict. [Continue Reading]
American goals are starting to conflict with Israel’s. [Continue Reading]
Three Norwegian citizens with Iraqi heritage arrested as investigators probe possible foreign state involvement. [Continue Reading]
In public comments and private meetings at a House G.O.P. retreat, top officials allowed that President Trump’s immigration crackdown had hurt the party and that they needed a course correction on the issue. [Continue Reading]
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Qatar’s Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a phone call from King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands expressing steadfast support following recent Iranian military aggression targeting the Gulf state. The Dutch King described the attacks as blatant violations of Qatar’s sovereignty and other regional nations, underscoring the Netherlands’ full solidarity with Qatar. King Willem-Alexander commended Qatar’s Armed Forces for effectively repelling the aggression and acknowledged the diligent efforts of Qatar’s authorities in managing the security situation. The call also recognized Qatar's continuing role as an impartial and trusted mediator in the region's complex conflicts. This show of support from a... [Continue Reading]
As the Iran war rages on, European Council President António Costa held talks with Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev in Baku on Wednesday to expand the European Union’s cooperation with Azerbaijan on defence, security and energy. [Continue Reading]
PM knew of US ambassador’s ‘close relationship’ with Jeffrey Epstein and potential conflicts of interest from his lobbying roleFour months after Peter Mandelson was sacked as UK ambassador to Washington over his links with Jeffrey Epstein, he sat down for a primetime BBC interview. A less hubristic individual would have long since slunk away into the shadows.But despite all the condemnation and humiliation surrounding his departure, Mandelson seemed intent on maintaining a public profile. “Who knows what’s next?” he told Laura Kuenssberg. “I don’t know what’s next. I’m not going to disappear and hide – that’s not me”. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
The ABC's global affairs editor, Laura Tingle, is in Dubai and will provide daily updates on the Middle East war. [Continue Reading]
Residents in the Adelaide Hills town of Kanmantoo and surrounds have been dealing with a growing regularity of pungent odour but the fertiliser company, who pleaded guilty to environmental breaches, says its chicken litter presents no risk. [Continue Reading]
A 19-year-old man will face court after walking away from a crash which tore a carjacked vehicle in half in Melbourne's south-west last week. [Continue Reading]
The recent escalation of conflict in the Middle East is creating significant obstacles for the delivery of humanitarian aid to several vulnerable regions, including Sudan and Somalia. United Nations officials report that shipments and flights carrying essential relief supplies are being blocked or delayed as they attempt to transit the Strait of Hormuz and Gulf airspace, key logistical channels for aid distribution. Sudan, already struggling with internal conflict and humanitarian crises, faces further challenges as food, medical supplies, and other relief materials are slowed down or prevented from reaching those in desperate need. The disruption also affects other vulnerable populations... [Continue Reading]
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During the 111th Executive Council session of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), the United Kingdom’s representative, Chris Rampling, issued a strong denunciation of Russia’s continued use and development of chemical weapons. He detailed how Russia’s actions violate the Chemical Weapons Convention by using toxic chemicals both abroad and against its own population. This ongoing behavior poses a serious threat to civilian safety and undermines international arms control agreements. The UK’s statement places the spotlight on Russia’s persistent chemical weapons programs as a violation of global norms, calling for the OPCW and the international community to reinforce... [Continue Reading]