Trump wants Venezuela’s airpsace closed — but international law stands in the way
US President Donald Trump says Venezuela’s airspace should be considered closed. According to international law, it’s not that simple. ⌘ Read more

Multiple meat workers in hospital after carbon monoxide leak in Melbourne
More than a dozen workers have fallen ill after a carbon monoxide leak at a pork processing plant in Derrimut. ⌘ Read more

Search for Sydney schoolie swept out to sea at dangerous beach
The recent spate of tragic incidents on the NSW Mid North Coast is growing, as the search continues for a Sydney school leaver who was swept out to sea near South West Rocks. ⌘ Read more

next-20251201: linux-next
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Gorilla vs. Bear’s Albums of 2025
Presenting our favorite albums of 2025: The most subjectively correct year-end list in the world, every single year since 2005… Continue reading… ⌘ Read more

Breaking: Jury finds man accused of killing student in Darwin guilty of murder
The man accused of murdering a 23-year-old international student in Darwin in 2023 has been found guilty following a week-long trial in the NT Supreme Court. ⌘ Read more

Man admits to fatally bashing well-known surfer over $50 dispute
A man has admitted to fatally bashing a well-known surfer on Sydney’s northern beaches during a dispute in which he accused him of stealing $50. ⌘ Read more

Government set to overhaul defence department amid delays, blowouts
Three groups within defence are set to be rolled into one entity as part of a sweeping restructure of the department. ⌘ Read more

Aboriginal healers seek to share power of ‘open hands’ with Western doctors
The Ngangkaṟi in Central Australia use traditional healing techniques to draw out illness with their hands. A new edition of their globally read book aims to share this knowledge Western health workers. ⌘ Read more

South-east Qld population set to reach 4.5m despite rising property prices
The analysis by KPMG reveals the population in the south-east corner has grown by as much as 2.2 per cent over the past five years, above the national average of 1.5 per cent. ⌘ Read more

Police hope spelling errors could identify school threat suspect
A series of clues relating to allegedly violently threats against an Adelaide high school has been released in the hope it could help identify the perpetrator, three months after charges against a teenager were dropped. ⌘ Read more

WA bushfire emergency enters second day as temperature set to hit 42C
Hundreds of homes in the Mid West city of Geraldton remain under threat from an out-of-control bushfire, with firefighters battling extremely hot, dry and windy conditions. ⌘ Read more

Councils in wind farm information race as shift to renewables ramps up
As approvals for multi-billion-dollar projects land on agendas at country local government meetings, staff and elected representatives battle to ensure their communities are prepared to benefit. ⌘ Read more

Jones thrilled with ‘nice bonus’ after netting Aus Open wildcard
Teen star Emerson Jones becomes one of the youngest Australians to receive a wildcard to the Australian Open after stellar performances at tournaments in November. ⌘ Read more

Bridal parties employ witches and bury sausages hoping for good weather
Bridal parties are employing online witches and burying sausages, hoping the superstitious acts will ward off bad weather. ⌘ Read more

The XMPP Standards Foundation: 2025 Annual Meeting and Voting Results
Every year the members of the XSF get together to vote on the current quarter’s new and renewing members. Additionally, elections for both XMPP Council and Board of Directors have been held.

This year’s election meeting wa … ⌘ Read more

Olyslagers and broadcast legend McAvaney honoured at World Athletics Awards
Nicola Olyslagers becomes only the second Australian athlete to be honoured at the World Athletics Awards, while legendary broadcaster Bruce McAvaney is recognised for his contribution to the sport. ⌘ Read more

Beijing warns against using Hong Kong blaze to ‘disrupt’ city
Thousands of people pay tribute to the victims of Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in more than 75 years, as Beijing warns it will crack down on any “anti-China” protest in the wake of the blaze. ⌘ Read more

Police bust alleged ‘satanic’ Sydney child abuse network
Four Sydney men have been charged as police allege the group distributed “ritualistic and satanic”-themed child abuse material online. ⌘ Read more

Victoria shivers through coldest start to summer in 30 years
Melbourne’s temperature is not forecast to rise above 16C today, making it the coldest December 1 since 1996. ⌘ Read more

Sensitive parliament communications handed to contractor without security clearance
A contractor that was the victim of a Russia-linked hack did not have the necessary security clearance when it received thousands of sensitive communications between politicians and parliamentary staff, in a mistake the department has now conceded. ⌘ Read more

Death toll tops 800 as intense storms hammer Asian countries
At least 212 people are dead and 218 are missing in Sri Lanka as floods, cyclones and torrential rain continue to affect millions of people across Asia. ⌘ Read more

Gold Coast urged to curb car dependence after light rail loss
With the population heading toward 1 million, the Gold Coast is being urged to overhaul its transport system or risk becoming defined by traffic. ⌘ Read more

Meet Shiloh, the last dog on Christmas Island
Dogs were banned some years ago to protect the unique wildlife of Christmas Island, but one very special chocolate labrador remains, and she is shared by the whole community. ⌘ Read more

Energy grid not ready for Eraring coal plant’s closure, AEMO says
The energy grid is not ready for the closure of the Eraring coal plant, the energy operator has warned, raising the threat of widespread blackouts in eastern Australia. ⌘ Read more

WA government pledges $14.8m for domestic violence refuges across state
The WA government commits $14.8 million towards family and domestic violence refuges across the state, with one provider saying it will help support women facing “life and death” situations. ⌘ Read more

December is a perfect storm for anyone wanting to drink less
If you want to drink less (or not at all) this silly season, you don’t have to rely on willpower alone. Having a plan can help. ⌘ Read more

Archaeologists bring 170yo Aboriginal artefacts to surface in the outback
A stash of Aboriginal artefacts, dating back about 170 years, is unearthed from the red dirt of outback Queensland, bringing history to life for the local Pitta Pitta people. ⌘ Read more

Aussies humbled by New Zealand twice in Dubai rugby sevens finals
Australia falls to its trans-Tasman rivals in both the women’s and men’s finals at the season-opening leg of the world series. ⌘ Read more

How Oscar Piastri can still win the F1 world title
Oscar Piastri’s hopes of winning the F1 title suffered a hammer blow after McLaren’s strategy error in Qatar, but there is still hope. Here’s how the Aussie can upset the odds in Abu Dhabi’s decider. ⌘ Read more

Live: Joyce to make decision on move to One Nation in ‘next couple of weeks’
Newly minted independent Barnaby Joyce says he’ll make his decision on whether he’ll defect to One Nation in the next couple of weeks. Follow live. ⌘ Read more

Smart cars used as ‘weapons’ by domestic violence abusers
A new eSafety advisory warns Australians about technology-facilitated abuse and provides advice on how to protect themselves from it. ⌘ Read more

On high fire danger days in NSW there is a high chance schools will close
Public school parents in New South Wales have been advised school closures may occur on days of elevated fire danger. ⌘ Read more

What to expect as decision day on Macquarie Point stadium finally arrives
The long-running debate over whether an AFL stadium should be built on Hobart’s waterfront is reaching an end, as the parliamentary vote takes place this week. ⌘ Read more

Head happy to ‘play any role’ in day-night Ashes Test
Travis Head says he has no qualms if he is shifted back down Australia’s batting order following his exploits as an opener in the first Ashes Test. ⌘ Read more

Runoff from heavy rain can damage homes. But who’s responsible?
Runoff from heavy rainfall and poor drainage can cause damage to properties and worsen flooding. So, who’s responsible if your property experiences runoff, and what can you do about it? ⌘ Read more

By-election a tick of approval for LNP, but no crystal ball for election
A week is a long time in politics, let alone three years, and the LNP’s success at the next election is by no means assured, writes Jack McKay. ⌘ Read more

‘Unjust’: International students trading their rights for a bed
International students relying on education agents to study in Australia might be misled about the country’s housing situation. ⌘ Read more

Queensland to enjoy cooler, drier first days of summer
After a soaking November, this week could deliver a very brief reprieve from the storms and scorching heat. ⌘ Read more

Sudden shutdown of Australian salad grower puts 180 people out of work
Australian salad grower Dicky Bill enters administration, putting 180 people out of work before Christmas. ⌘ Read more

Social media ban leaves children vulnerable to phishing scams, experts say
As the social media ban comes into effect, experts are worried children and families will be left vulnerable to age verification scams. Here’s why. ⌘ Read more

The first ever Ashes Test in Brisbane was ‘disastrous’ for Australia
Australia’s Ashes domination in Brisbane is almost total, with England winless at the Gabba since 1986. It wasn’t always like this though, with the first visit to Brisbane resulting in the heaviest defeat in cricket history. ⌘ Read more

Tech companies advised to label AI-generated content
With AI deepfakes causing confusion and harm online, the federal government tells tech developers that AI content should be clearly labelled, ahead of a National AI Plan due to be released. ⌘ Read more

Minister will not commit to childcare inquiry despite safety concerns
The early childhood education minister is refusing to say whether the federal government will establish an independent review of childcare standards. ⌘ Read more

The last man on the moon: Can you ace this week’s history quiz?
From reality TV and heist movie remakes to man’s last step on the moon — how well do you know this week in history? ⌘ Read more

Albanese and Labor are at their zenith. What a difference a year makes
It is hard to imagine a better end to the prime minister’s year than this one, but realists in government know Labor can’t continue to ride the wave. ⌘ Read more

The Ozempic effect reshaping supermarkets and stock markets
The explosive rise of drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro is shifting consumption patterns, health outcomes and pushing pharmaceutical giants into trillion-dollar valuations. ⌘ Read more

How much does your car really pollute? New data exposes popular models
New rules around NOx, the most deadly form of vehicle pollution, come into force today, as testing reveals which popular models are pumping out more than others. ⌘ Read more

Add Christmas Lights to Home Screen, Dock, & Desktop with Festivitas for iPhone & Mac
Festivitas is a fun app that brings some holiday spirit directly to your iPhone or Mac, by allowing you to add some animated holiday lights to your Home Screen or desktop. And if you’re using it on a Mac, you can even make it snow, or add Christmas lights to your Dock too. Deck the … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2025/11/30/add-christmas-lights-to-home-scre … ⌘ Read more

„Prisahám na vlastnú mať!” – Drsná tragikomédia o deťoch, ktoré len napodobňujú svet dospelých
Na prahu adventu, keď by sme sa mali začať intenzívnejšie zamýšľať nad tým, čo robíme a kam spejeme, Divadlo VHV v Báčskom Petrovci nám v sobotu 29. novembra 2025 ponúklo premiéru hry Prisahám na vlastnú mať!. Ňou nám tvorcovia inscenácie a mladučkí herci vstupujú do svedomia a na brutálny spôsob ukazujú ako dochádza k rozpadu. K roz … ⌘ Read more