Leak delays NASA’s Artemis II moon mission
A wet-run of NASA’s Artemis II revealed a leaky hose, delaying the crewed lunar mission by about a month as safety checks are completed and systems reviewed.
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Quantum’s second act: data, discipline and geopolitics reshape national strategy
Quantum tech is moving beyond theory to measurable outcomes, with data governance, patent landscapes and state power steering a new era of geopolitics and national strategy.
Australian prison population climbs to eight-year high, new data shows
New government data shows the Australian prison population reached its highest level in eight years in FY 2024-25, prompting discussion on drivers and policy responses.
ASX edges higher as miners surge and tech stocks slump at lunchtime
The Australian sharemarket moved into positive territory by midday as miners climb and technology stocks weigh on the bourse, signalling mixed sentiment for local investors.
ASX nudges higher as miners rally and tech shares retreat
Australian shares edged into positive territory by lunchtime as mining stocks led gains while technology shares pulled back, shaping a cautious but optimistic session for markets.
Rugged, military-inspired Chinese off-roader spied testing in Australia
A rugged, military-inspired Chinese off-roader dubbed the 212 T01 has been spotted testing in Australia, prompting questions about a potential local launch and what it could mean for the market.
Hybrid and EV uptake accelerates as petrol and diesel slow nationally
Across Australia, buyers are favouring low-emission hybrids and electric vehicles over petrol and diesel cars, signalling a national shift in new-car purchases.
January 2026: Australian new-vehicle market edges higher, but top brands retreat
January 2026 saw only marginal growth in Australia’s new-vehicle market, constrained by declines in leading brands. An early-year look at trends and what they mean for dealers.
Australian man dies while skiing at Hokkaido resorts, Japan
An Australian man has died while skiing between two popular Hokkaido resorts in Japan. Authorities say the circumstances are under investigation as safety concerns on Japan’s slopes come into focus.
Albanese government considers beer excise freeze for first time in four decades
Prime Minister Albanese’s government weighs a rare beer excise freeze—the first in about four decades—as MPs prepare to vote in Canberra, a bid to ease household price pressures.