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EXPLAINERS - BREAKING DOWN THE NEWS FOR YOU
What you need to know about FLiRT, Australia's new COVID variants
A new family of COVID-19 strains, nicknamed "FLiRT" are spreading across the world, and have arrived in Australia. This is what you need to know about it.
BoM reveals Australia's official winter weather forecast
Winter is just about upon us, but that doesn't necessarily mean temperatures are about to start plummetting – although you might have to reach for an umbrella.
How verdict impacts presidential run
Now that a New York jury has convicted former President Donald Trump of all 34 felony charges of falsifying business records, the next obvious question is: Can a convicted felon run for president?
Donald Trump
Think you've been hacked on Ticketmaster? Here's what an expert thinks you should do
"Cybercriminals are becoming smart. They are becoming more and more sophisticated."
hackers
How a likely AI-generated image of Gaza took over the internet
It's unclear exactly what the image is. A series of tents? Truck beds against a rust orange background? Multi-coloured rectangles?
Israel Hamas Conflict
The 'sophisticated' messages costing Aussies $15.5 million
Entire bank accounts are being drained without victims being any wiser until they open them days or even weeks later.
scam
Little-known air con rule that can get you fined
Many Australians will look at their heating options as the winter chill sets in, but a little-known rule may catch households with an air conditioners off guard.
national
Vivid Sydney has started: Here's what you need to know
A range of light installations, music performances, food festivals and experiences will be available for Sydneysiders and tourists.
national
The latest COVID-19 strain spreading across the world
COVID-19 was first detected in late 2019, but in the more than four years since, the disease has been through several different mutations.
COVID 19
Turbulence X-factor airlines can't always see
Pilots can detect storms from hundreds of kilometres away - but this other kind of turbulence can have deadly consequences.
aircraft
Australia now has national digital ID laws. This is what that means
Verifying your identity is something we all have to do fairly regularly, but it soon could look very different under a new, voluntary national digital ID.
Technology
What's next for Iran's government after death of it's president?
The death of Iran's president is unlikely to lead to any immediate changes in Iran's ruling system or to its overarching policies, which are decided by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Iran
What we know about the crash of the helicopter carrying Iran's president
The apparent crash of a helicopter carrying Iran's president and foreign minister has sent sent shock waves around the region, but details are scant.
accidents
Assange facing pivotal moment in long fight to stay out of US court
The Australian's legal saga has dragged on for well over a decade but it could come to an end in the UK as soon as today.
Julian Assange
What you need to know about $300 energy relief for every household
Everyone in the country is going to benefit from the $3.5 billion package – and it's going to have a big impact on inflation.
federal budget
Budget's fast-track passport promise explained
One of the more eye-catching items in last night's federal budget was the revelation people could fast-track a new passport application - for a fee.
federal budget
What you're going to get in today's federal budget
From tax cuts to debt relief, there are a range of cost-of-living measures that'll be announced by Jim Chalmers.
federal budget
A guide on how to navigate buying a gaming PC
Knowing the ins and outs of a PC can be overwhelming to the uninitiated, with hundreds of technical terms and PC parts. Here's a guide to navigating buying a new gaming PC in 2024.
Tech
Australia's 3G network is shutting down. This is what you need to know
It's been a feature of phone coverage for decades, but in the coming months all of Australia's 3G networks will have been switched off.
Tech
What latest election wipeout means for the UK
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was barely able to point to any big success for his Conservative Party.
UK Politics
Entire state to get $1000 off energy bills under $2.5 billion scheme
The Queensland government says it is the biggest-ever cost of living initiative by a state.
Cost of Living
What's actually included in the government's DV announcement
There's $925 million to help people flee abusive relationships, as well as a suite of measures to combat the spread of toxic attitudes towards women online.
national
Why do whales beach themselves?
Dozens of whales died after another mysterious mass beaching on the Western Australian coast.
whales
Anzac Day double demerits in force from midnight
Double demerit points apply in some states for driving offences.
ANZAC Day
Explainer: How to play two-up on Anzac Day
It's the game that's only legal on one day of the year: here's your guide on how to play.
ANZAC Day
Anzac Day trading hours: What will and won't be open today
Here's a quick state-by-state guide of some of Australia's biggest retailers as to whether they will be open on Anzac Day.
national
Your complete guide to Anzac Day dawn services around the country
Australians will gather around the country tomorrow to commemorate all who have served and sacrificed their lives in conflicts that Australia has participated in.
ANZAC Day
Did soldiers eat Anzac biscuits in Gallipoli? Historian says it's likely
Can it be called a cookie? Can chocolate be added? 9news.com.au spoke to an expert to learn the biscuit's full history.
ANZAC Day
Rare Devil Comet just days away from our skies
Stargazers will be able to view the rare celestial event without the need for equipment, but only for a brief period of time.
national
What happens next after church stabbing declared 'terrorist act'
The spy agency ASIO and the Australian Federal Police will join the investigation wielding extensive powers.
Terror attack
Rents are skyrocketing in all our capital cities – except one
While advertised rental prices for units are up 12.9 per cent in Sydney, 14.6 per cent in Melbourne, 18 per cent in Brisbane and a whopping 22.2 per cent in Perth over the last year, in Canberra they were only up 3.6 per cent.
housing
When is Australia's next total solar eclipse?
We've got a while to wait apparently - but when it gets here, it'll put on quite a show.
Eclipse
What does the supermarket code of conduct actually do?
It was meant to fix up the grocery sector, but an interim government review has found it doesn't really work. This is why.
Cost of Living
How to watch tonight's total solar eclipse in Australia
In the very early hours of Tuesday morning, sky-gazers will get to glimpse a rare total solar eclipse. There's just one problem.
Solar eclipse
Daylight saving is ending this weekend - here's what to do
Millions of Aussies will get an extra hour's sleep on Sunday for the end of daylight saving. Here's everything you need to know.
Daylight savings
Why thousands get an extra day off today in one Aussie state
The long weekend gets even longer in this state - but not for everybody.
Easter
The major Aussie stores open during the long Easter weekend
Find out how Australia's major stores are operating across the long weekend.
Easter
What would happen if King Charles were to abdicate?
What would happen next, how would it differ from a more traditional transfer of power, and what would it mean for Australia?
King Charles III
Burst of warm Easter weather for multiple Aussie states
Here's what the weather will be like in your state from Good Friday to Easter Monday.
Weather Forecast
When and where do Easter double demerits apply?
The Easter long weekend is almost upon us, and plenty of Aussies will be out and about on the nation's roads.
road safety
Rising superpower accused of 'reckless' action in disputed sea
Chinese coast guard ships hit a Philippine supply boat with water cannons in the latest South China Sea confrontation.
south china sea
How to see tonight's lunar eclipse in Australia
For a period of time in different parts of the globe, the moon will be almost perfectly aligned with the sun and Earth.
Eclipse
Where you can - and can't - buy alcohol over Easter
A state by state guide to Australia's Good Friday and Easter Sunday alcohol restrictions.
alcohol
The opposition wants 'mature debate' about nuclear. This is what experts say
Nuclear energy has reared its head in Australia in recent months as the coalition calls for the technology to replace coal power plants as they shut down, and drive the push to reduce our emissions.
energy
How to tell if your phone will work after the 3G shutdown
When the Federal Minister for Communications calls the big three mobile networks together to discuss the 3G shutdown, you know there's a problem.
phones
Will Australia get anywhere near hitting its housing targets?
In July, a race to build 1.2 million homes in five years begins. But the path ahead is already littered with significant obstacles.
housing
Why McDonald's was closed for several hours
While a McDonald's statement blamed a "technology outage" the exact cause of the disruption is not yet known.
McDonalds
Why you're waking up at 3am every night explained
Now wide awake from a once peaceful slumber, you roll over to check the clock and find it's 3am. That's the same time you woke up last night. And the night before.
Sleep
These cans of beer aren't what you think they are
They're pretty obviously made by small, independent craft breweries, right? Not quite.
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One person believed to be trapped after explosion at Sydney home
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Man who organised the murder of millions meets justice
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Brave mum gives hope to cancer patients through viral dance videos
A Current Affair