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Sunday 9 August 2026 — every story from this day
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🇦🇺 Local (10)
Sydney airport passengers warned of significant delays as dozens of flights affected
More than 150 flights through Sydney airport, including around 95 Qantas services and several Virgin flights, were hit by significant delays on Saturday. Airser
‘Wet, windy and wintry’: cold front to bring rain and potential flooding to parts of Australia
A vigorous cold front sweeping across southern Australia over the weekend was forecast to bring damaging winds, showers, thunderstorms and heavy rain, with a sm
‘Shame is the punishment’: as Icac delves into the shadowy Reformers, ‘whales’ are coming to the surface
The NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption (Icac) is holding hearings into a group of young Liberals known as 'the Reformers', alleged to have taken ille
Senior managers at St Basil’s aged care, where 50 died from Covid, can’t remember it all. Grieving loved ones can’t forget
Senior managers Konstantin Kontis and Vicky Kos were compelled to testify at a coronial inquest into St Basil's aged care home in Melbourne, where 50 residents
David Brat bound for Australia as diplomat confirmed as next US ambassador
The US Senate confirmed former Virginia congressman David Brat as the next US ambassador to Australia, filling a post that had been vacant for 18 months. The co
This tiny NSW town is set to become a $560m US defence 'cornerstone'
The US Pentagon pledged a conditional loan of US$400 million (about A$566 million) to Sunrise Energy Metals to build the world's first primary scandium mine at
Wildlife under threat as bird flu spreads among natives in a second state
NSW recorded its first cases of the H5 bird flu strain in native birds, after two greater crested terns tested positive — one near Narooma and one near Wentwort
Kmart's Smart Glasses have sold out. Their popularity pushed a national privacy probe
Kmart's Anko smart glasses, an $89 alternative to Meta's AI glasses, sold out within a week of their 28 July release. The glasses can discreetly record high-def
House prices are falling, but first home buyers like Grace say corrections haven't helped
Australian house prices are falling, with capital cities expected to drop 5 per cent across 2026, but repeated Reserve Bank interest rate hikes have cut the ave
US-styled large trucks linked to a higher risk of pedestrian deaths, Australian study finds
A new Australian study found that larger utes and US-style trucks are linked to a much higher risk of pedestrian deaths, and researchers argue growing vehicle s
🌍 World (23)
At least 200 people evacuated as wildfire rages near Lake Garda
A wildfire broke out near Italy's Lake Garda, in the municipality of Tignale on the western shore, forcing the evacuation of at least 200 people. Authorities we
Lebanese soldiers injured while Israeli troops intrude on southern town
Three Lebanese soldiers were wounded while trying to defuse unexploded ordnance in the southern village of Zawtar al-Gharbiyah. Hours earlier, the village mayor
Yemen’s government forces attack Houthis amid renewed shelling of Marib
Yemeni government forces launched attacks on Houthi positions across multiple front lines after the Houthis renewed missile and drone shelling of Marib city. Re
Opposition MP hurls eggs at Kosovo Prime Minister
An opposition lawmaker threw eggs at Kosovo's acting Prime Minister Albin Kurti during a parliamentary session convened to constitute the new parliament after a
War on Iran: Phase II: Day 28
This is a day-28 update on the U.S.-Israel war on Iran. It reports that a new Saudi-Pakistan-Türkiye defence pact is drawing mixed reactions, with some Iranian
Yemen Teeters on Civil War as Regional Stability Hangs in the Balance
The New York Times reports that Yemen is teetering on the brink of renewed civil war, with the Houthis escalating attacks on government forces and key provinces
Wildfire Forces Evacuation of 18,000 From Summerland, British Columbia
A wildfire, reportedly involving the Bald Range area near Summerland in British Columbia, forced the evacuation of about 18,000 people. Officials moved to get r
Pellet Guns, Sticks and Tear Gas: How India’s Police Halted a Youth March
Police in New Delhi used pellet guns, sticks and tear gas to halt a youth protest march, according to the New York Times. The march appears linked to demonstrat
Cambodia Says 90,000 Jobs Are Available Nationwide
Cambodia's Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training announced that about 90,000 jobs are currently open nationwide across agriculture, industry and services.
Cambodia and Vietnam Strengthen Defence and Public Security Cooperation
Cambodian officials met Vietnamese counterparts in Hanoi to pledge deeper cooperation in defence and public security, agreeing to expand long-term coordination
Hormuz talks positive, Oman says, as Iran warns deal would not open strait
Both sides suggest progress in talks to agree a new shipping route through the strait, but a breakthrough remains unclear.
Trump's ex-lawyer Todd Blanche narrowly confirmed as US attorney general
The vote cements Trump's former criminal defence lawyer as the nation's top law enforcement official despite a rare pushback from some Republicans.
US offers $1bn to Colombia on new right-wing president's first day of office
Abelardo de la Espriella used his maiden speech to promise an "all-out war" on what he calls "narco-terrorism".
Messi's father Jorge dies aged 68 after illness
Lionel Messi's father and agent Jorge dies at the age of 68 following a long illness.
Madonna pays tribute to 'genius, otherworldly' producer William Orbit
The Queen of Pop worked with Orbit several times over the years, most notably on her genre-bending, Grammy Award-winning album Ray of Light.
Watch: Moment opposition MP throws eggs at Kosovo's acting PM
Lawmakers and police officers had to intervene after Alliance party MP Time Kadrijaj hurled at least four eggs towards Kosovo's acting prime minister Albin Kurt
ASEAN Observers Inspect Disputed Cambodia-Thailand Border Area
An ASEAN observer team has inspected a disputed area along the Cambodia-Thailand border, as Cambodia reaffirmed its commitment to resolving the dispute peaceful
Civilian Toll Tells a Different Story from Thai Military’s ‘Professionalism’ Claims, Says Information Minister
The civilian toll, destruction and mass displacement resulting from Thai military aggression against Cambodia tell a different story from the Thai military’s cl
In Pictures: Gen Tea Seiha Inspects Naval Crew Training Aboard Frigate No. 622
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence General Seiha inspects the training of Cambodian naval personnel aboard Frigate No. 622, known as "Koh Ko
Cambodia-Thailand Border Conflict Concerns ASEAN, Says DPM Prak Sokhonn
The border conflict between Cambodia and Thailand cannot be regarded solely as a bilateral issue as it directly concerns the fundamental principles of ASEAN and
Cambodia calls for prompt resumption of JBC work to enable displaced civilians to return home
Cambodia has called for the prompt resumption of survey and demarcation work by the Joint Boundary Commission (JBC) with Thailand to facilitate the safe and dig
15 sentenced for murder and assault in Kandal locked compound
Fifteen people were sentenced to 13 years each in jail for their part in a deadly assault that left one Chinese national dead and three others seriously injured
Drug-impaired driver kills 13-year-old child in attempted hit-and-run
A driver under the influence of drugs killed a 13-year-old girl and seriously injured her mother in Phnom Penh, after he reversed into their motorbike while try
🤖 AI & Tech (14)
OpenAI acquires presentation startup NextSlide
OpenAI has acquired NextSlide, a startup whose product turns prompts, notes, documents or research into polished, editable presentations. NextSlide's founder Ah
X replaces ‘misaligned’ revenue sharing program with Original Content Rewards
X (owned by Elon Musk's SpaceX) is winding down its Revenue Sharing program and replacing it with Original Content Rewards. Existing participants keep earning u
The Kindle Scribe Colorsoft is a lot of fun, but it’s not a must-have
TechCrunch's reviewer tested the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft for two months and concluded it's fun but not essential for everyone. The device starts at $630, weighs
Google's top hacker hunter explains why hacking groups get codenames
Google revamped its naming system for hacking groups, moving away from the old Mandiant-era 'APT' number scheme to memorable random first names paired with a co
OpenAI says it slowed Astra model development over security concerns
OpenAI said it has suspended work on some aspects of its upcoming model Astra after an internal review found it advanced far enough in agentic coding and cybers
After Rippling blew millions on AI in months, it built an employee ROI tool
HR software firm Rippling launched AI Spend Console, a tool to track and contain a company's AI token spending and show which employees and teams actually get p
Wacom's MovinkPad 11 is a fun, midpriced entry point for digital artists
A TechCrunch reviewer tested the Wacom MovinkPad 11, the first Android tablet in Wacom's MovinkPad series, and found it easy to set up and capable at a midrange
An Amazon data center could have the worst polluting power plant in the country
Amazon is investing in a new power plant to run its West Texas data center, and a permit for the Amazon-owned site in Pecos County, Texas, would allow it to rel
Buc-ee’s dodges John Oliver to sue another small business
Buc-ee's, the Texas mega-convenience-store chain, began suing another small business rather than take on a much larger target. The move comes after John Oliver,
Musician and entrepreneur Tom Vek is building a digital music player, but don’t call it retro
Musician and entrepreneur Tom Vek is building a digital music player called Sleevenote. He's betting on a growing 'offline resurgence' of music ownership, but d
Is this $450 laptop from an unknown brand too good to be true?
The Verge reviewed the Chuwi Unibook, a $450 laptop from an unknown brand built on an Intel 'Wildcat Lake' chip, positioned to undercut the pricier MacBook Neo.
My favorite feel-good show is back
This is Installer No. 139, The Verge's weekly guide to the best tech, apps and gear. The column highlights that feel-good show Ted Lasso is back, alongside pick
Nitecore’s latest power bank is the lightest and most compact yet
The Verge reviewed Nitecore's NB10000 Gen 4 power bank, calling it the lightest and most compact version yet and a great option for endurance athletes and backp
The gaming site sponsored by Walmart lays off its editorial staff
Restart, a games media website launched in late 2024 and sponsored by Walmart, laid off its entire editorial team, according to a post from former editor-in-chi
🎮 Gaming (7)
The Best Deals Today: AirPods Pro 3, LEGO Back to the Future, Saros, and More
IGN published its daily deals roundup for August 8, 2026, highlighting discounted items including Apple AirPods Pro 3, LEGO Back to the Future sets, Saros robot
Bart Simpson Actress Nancy Cartwright Believes The Simpsons Will End With Season 40
Nancy Cartwright, the voice actress behind Bart Simpson, told IGN she believes The Simpsons could end with its 40th season. Her comments suggest the long-runnin
Upcoming PS5 Games: The Future of PlayStation Exclusives
IGN published an updated guide to upcoming PS5 games, covering the future of PlayStation exclusives and the titles expected to arrive on Sony's console in the c
Asus ROG XReal R1 XR Glasses Review
IGN published a review of the Asus ROG XReal R1 XR glasses, a wearable extended-reality display marketed toward gamers. The review assesses the glasses' perform
Sega Is Auctioning Off Shadow The Hedgehog's Real-Life Motorcycle For a Good Cause
Sega is auctioning off a real-life motorcycle styled after Shadow the Hedgehog's vehicle, with proceeds going to a charitable cause. The auction appears tied to
Jeff VanderMeer Reveals Annihilation Sequel Abdication, the Final Part of the Southern Reach Series
Author Jeff VanderMeer revealed 'Abdication,' the sequel to Annihilation and the final part of his Southern Reach series. The announcement gives fans of the cel
Marvel Tokon Stumbles to Mixed Steam Reviews as 'Miserable' PC Port Complaints Prompt Response From Arc System Works
Marvel Tokon, a Marvel fighting game, launched to 'Mixed' reviews on Steam, with many players complaining it is a poor ('miserable') PC port. Developer Arc Syst
🎬 Entertainment (6)
Madonna Pays Tribute To Late 'Ray Of Light' Producer William Orbit: "Your Music Gave Me A Magic Carpet To Fly On"
Madonna paid tribute to producer William Orbit on Instagram following his death at 69 on July 23, saying his music gave her 'a magic carpet to fly on'. She reca
Morrissey Cancels This Month's Four-Show Las Vegas Residency
Morrissey cancelled all four shows of his planned August Las Vegas residency at the Wynn Las Vegas Encore Theater, scheduled for August 14–19. Ticket holders we
Andrew Lloyd Webber "Gutted" About Tonight's Closing Of 'Cats: The Jellicle Ball'; Composer Hopes Broadway Will "Come To Its Senses"
Composer Andrew Lloyd Webber is 'gutted' that Cats: The Jellicle Ball is closing at Broadway's Broadhurst Theatre, five months earlier than originally planned.
Olivia Wilde Talks Fight To Get ‘The Invite’ A Theatrical Release Following Sundance Response: "I Was Passionate About It With A Lot Of Support"
Olivia Wilde revealed she was passionate about getting The Invite, her comedy, a theatrical release after its strong audience reception at Sundance. Speaking at
Madeleine Carlisle, Former '60 Minutes' Associate Producer & Daughter Of Stephen Colbert, Lands Writing Gig At The Atlantic
Madeleine Carlisle, the recently departed 60 Minutes associate producer and daughter of TV host Stephen Colbert, has been hired as a staff writer at The Atlanti
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Eyes Third-Best U.S. 2nd Weekend With $143M – Box Office Update
Spider-Man: Brand New Day, directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, is on track for a massive $143M second weekend at the US box office, the third-best second frame e
▶️ Video (12)
DeepSeek V4 AI Beats Billion Dollar Systems…For Free
DeepSeek V4 has arrived and it's outperforming systems that cost billions to build — for free. This video breaks down how the open-source model achieves compara
OpenAI's ChatGPT 5.5 Instant: The Good, The Bad And The Insane
A deep dive into OpenAI's ChatGPT 5.5 Instant — the good improvements, the bad trade-offs, and the insane capabilities that nobody saw coming. The video tests r
DeepMind's Insane AI Breakthroughs With CEO Demis Hassabis
An exclusive look at DeepMind's latest AI breakthroughs, featuring a conversation with CEO Demis Hassabis. The video covers new developments in protein folding,
NVIDIA's New AI Turns One Photo Into A World That Never Breaks
NVIDIA's latest AI can take a single photograph and generate an entire explorable 3D world that maintains consistency from every angle. The technology represent
Google's AI endgame is here… everything you missed at I/O 2026
Google I/O 2026 had massive AI announcements that reshape the entire Google ecosystem. This video cuts through the noise and highlights the key reveals — from G
Claude just got another superpower...
Anthropic just dropped a major new capability for Claude. Fireship breaks down what changed, how it works under the hood, and why this makes Claude even more us
A single PR just hijacked the NPM registry...
A single pull request caused chaos in the JavaScript ecosystem by compromising the NPM registry. This video explains the vulnerability, how it was exploited, an
"The Biggest Android Update Ever"
MKBHD breaks down what Google claims is the biggest Android update ever. From generative AI integration at the OS level to radical UI changes and privacy featur
Why New Smartphone Cameras Feel Worse
Despite better hardware specs, smartphone photos increasingly look worse than older models. MKBHD investigates the trend toward computational photography over-p
Claude Code on your Phone is OFFICIAL (it changes everything)
Anthropic officially released Claude Code on mobile, bringing AI-powered coding to your phone. NetworkChuck demonstrates setting up a forever terminal, coding f
MKBHD Reviews the AI Phone Everyone's Talking About
MKBHD reviews the hottest new AI phone on the market. From on-device language models to real-time translation and AI photography — this device is pushing what a
Google Just Killed the Most Popular AI Tool in the World
Google's latest AI update has effectively killed the most popular AI tool in the world. Fireship breaks down exactly what changed, how it works, and what this m
📌 Other (12)
RBA Holds Interest Rate Steady at 4.10% in May Decision
Reserve Bank keeps cash rate unchanged as inflation remains within target band.
Big Four Banks Raise Variable Mortgage Rates Following RBA
CBA, Westpac, NAB and ANZ pass on rate changes to variable mortgage customers.
ASX 200 Hits New All-Time High on Mining and Energy Rally
Australian shares reach record levels driven by resources sector strength.
Australian Dollar Falls to Multi-Year Low Against US Dollar
AUD slides past $0.65 USD as commodity prices soften and rate differential widens.
Superannuation Balances Grow 12% Annually on Strong Investment Returns
Australian retirement savings pushed higher by robust equity and property market performance.
Property Market Shows Signs of Cooling as Auction Clearance Rates Drop
Sydney and Melbourne auction markets soften as affordability constraints bite.
Union calls for robust review of OBR over fears it holds back economic growth
The TUC, the UK's main union umbrella body, is urging the new chancellor John Healey to order a 'root and branch' review of the Office for Budget Responsibility
Greenland issues ‘strong warning’ as Trump-linked oil firm prepares to drill
An American oil company linked to Donald Trump, Greenland Energy, brought drilling equipment ashore on Greenland's eastern coast to prepare for exploratory dril
Wasted medicine in England could fill 75 swimming pools a year, pharmacy group says
The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) estimated that about 3,400 tonnes of partly used medicines were thrown away in England in 2024-25, enough to fill 75 swi
Private pensions are a publicly subsidised gift to the wealthy | Phillip Inman
Guardian columnist Phillip Inman argues that private pensions are an unequal, state-subsidised benefit tilted toward the wealthy. He notes that income tax relie
‘This has been an emotionally difficult time’: My brother has cancer and my father is 94. How do I shoulder this responsibility?
A MarketWatch Q&A column features a reader asking for help shouldering the heavy caregiving responsibility of a brother with cancer and a 94-year-old father dur
‘I’m in my peak earning years’: I’m working beyond 70. Will that help increase my Social Security?
A MarketWatch personal-finance column answers a reader who is working and earning beyond age 70 and asks whether continuing to work will increase their Social S