A group of Australian politicians, including the Federal Parliament’s speaker, have posed in front of the Chinese Communist Party flag during a formal visit to the organisation’s Beijing headquarters. 

The former prime minister has weighed into the birthrate debate after the Liberal Party’s shadow treasurer Tim Wilson ruled out reviving the baby bonus.

The escalation of cyber breaches in Australian government departments will be investigated after it took five days for bureaucrats to pass on Open AI’s disclosure that its AI agent hacked Medicare data.

A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s ban of three news outlets from the White House, ordering early Thursday that CNN, MS NOW and Politico must have their access restored.

While Trump has many thorny issues to discuss with the president of America’s biggest economic rival, he focused on his long relationship with Xi as the two gathered for opening remarks before formal talks.

Donald Trump has welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping to Washington for a three-day visit where tensions over trade, technology and Tehran will play out.

‘The world has lost a bright light but the heavens have gained a beautiful angel.’

The fast-food giant has become the latest chain to embrace artificial intelligence, with a digital voice now taking drive-thru orders at a restaurant in Sydney’s west.

A corruption watchdog has been granted heightened investigatory powers under legislation passed on the final sitting day of a state parliament.

Bathla administrators fail to rescue the property developers from liquidation.

The peak body for major manufacturers says Canberra’s draft could cut exporters’ local gas targets. It wants annual supply obligations in WA, while Woodside and Chevron warn the rules could deter investment.

The Reserve Bank is expected to hike interest rates on Tuesday despite unemployment rising to the highest level since late 2021 during COVID lockdowns.

A spectacular 19km trail through ancient landscapes, wild waterfalls and iconic lookouts is putting the Blue Mountains on every hiker’s bucket list.

Forget Berlin — this energised and youthful European capital is taking over as the continent’s new rave scene.

Some are iconic, some are brand new, some are self-guided and others more refined, but all offer an unforgettable way to immerse yourself in a unique slice of Australia while racking up a few serious steps.

EDITORIAL: We have to work out how to extract the best out of this emerging technology and work out how best to use it.

MARK RILEY: While politicians trade ultimatums, drivers are left counting the cost.

EDITORIAL: Two old chums, relaxed in each other’s company, grinning like they don’t have a care in the world.

Harvey Weinstein was sentenced Wednesday to 15 years in prison for a felony sex crime, bringing an end to his criminal case in New York.

THE NEW YORK TIMES: A poor diet, a lack of exercise and other medical conditions can harm this vital organ.

The ‘90s star, who rose to fame in Disney’s The Lion King, spent 34 hours in a Los Angeles jail after the alleged altercation.

An impressive youngster has taken home the Rubik’s Cube world record.

For two years, nobody knew where one of Lady Gaga’s biggest fans had gone — until he resurfaced with a bombshell that stunned the internet.  

Artificial intelligence regulation needs urgent action as Australia comes to terms with the first known AI agent to hack into a government website.

A major Australian retailer has introduced a new technique to prevent shoplifting in its stores.

As someone who loves talking to basically anyone, I’ve often wondered what gets lost in those moments when we’re eyes down on our phones. 

THE NEW YORK TIMES: A poor diet, a lack of exercise and other medical conditions can harm this vital organ.

‘It’s a misconception that if there’s no pain or problems, then things are tracking along OK.’

Consumers are paying $250 more for an Xbox and $300 extra for an iPad as the artificial intelligence-led boom in data centres push up costs for manufacturers of laptops, computers and gaming consoles.

Australian icon Kylie Minogue is ready to light up the MCG this weekend in what she promises will be a ‘wild’ homecoming show for the homegrown star.

Brisbane superstar Lachie Neale is free to play in Saturday’s grand final, with the appeals board finding his ‘exemplary’ record was enough for his ban for striking to be downgraded to a fine.

Brennan Cox or Oscar McDonald? The biggest selection question ahead of this year’s AFL grand final has been answered as Fremantle and Brisbane’s final teams were named. SEE THE FULL TEAMS.

The United Arab Emirates says it has suspended all flights by Iranian airlines as new US sanctions against companies with ties to Iran come into effect.

Dozens of delegates at ‌the United ‌Nations have walked out of the hall when ‌Israeli ‌Prime Minister ⁠Benjamin Netanyahu began ​his speech.

US President Donald Trump has welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping to the White House for a state summit.