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

Linux 6.18 Released With Many New Features, Likely This Year’s LTS Kernel
Linux 6.18 stable is now available! Linux 6.18 ushers in many new features and changes while also is expected to become this year’s Long Term Support “LTS” kernel version… ⌘ 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

Can AI Transform Space Propulsion?
An anonymous reader shared this report from The Conversation:

To make interplanetary travel faster, safer, and more efficient, scientists need breakthroughs in propulsion technology. Artificial intelligence is one type of technology that has begun to provide some of these necessary breakthroughs. We’re a team of engineers and graduate students who are studying how AI in general, and a subset of AI call … ⌘ 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

Info to Decipher Secret Message in Kryptos Sculpture at CIA HQ Auctioned for Nearly $1M
An anonymous reader shared this report from the Associated Press:

The information needed to decipher the last remaining unsolved secret message embedded within a sculpture at CIA headquarters in Virginia sold at auction for nearly $1 million, the auction house announced Friday. The winner will get a pri … ⌘ 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

NixOS 25.11 Released With 7,002 New Packages Added
It’s been an exciting weekend for Linux distribution released with new versions of Endeavour OS, CachyOS, Solus and now a new NixOS release… ⌘ 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

Morgan Stanley Warns Oracle Credit Protection Nearing Record High
A gauge of risk on Oracle debt “reached a three-year high in November,” reports Bloomberg.

“And things are only going to get worse in 2026 unless the database giant is able to assuage investor anxiety about a massive artificial intelligence spending spree, according to Morgan Stanley.”

A funding gap, swelling balance sheet and obsolesce … ⌘ 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

What Happens When You Kick Millions of Teens Off Social Media? Australia’s About to Find Out
27 million people live in Australia. But there’s a big change coming if you’re under 16, reports CNN:

From December 10, sites that meet the Australian government’s definition of an “age-restricted social media platform” will need to show that they’re doing enough to eject or block children u … ⌘ 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

Amazon Tells Its Engineers: Use Our AI Coding Tool ‘Kiro’
“Amazon suggested its engineers eschew AI code generation tools from third-party companies in favor of its own ,” reports Reuters, “a move to bolster its proprietary Kiro service, which it released in July, according to an internal memo viewed by Reuters.”

In the memo, posted to Amazon’s internal news site, the company said, “While we continue to support ex … ⌘ 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

Is OpenAI Preparing to Bring Ads to ChatGPT?
“OpenAI is now internally testing ‘ads’ inside ChatGPT,” reports BleepingComputer:

Up until now, the ChatGPT experience has been completelyfree. While there are premium plans and models, you don’t see GPT sell you products or show ads. On the other hand, Google Search has ads that influence your buying behaviour. OpenAI is planning to replicate a similar experience.

As spotted [by softwa … ⌘ Read more

Features Expected For Linux 6.19: ASUS Armoury, Many Intel Bits, AMD GCN 1.0/1.1 Enhanced
With the Linux 6.18 kernel likely being released later today, here is a look at some of the features on the table for the next kernel cycle, Linux 6.19. The list is based on changes queued in various “-next” branches ahead of the Linux 6.19 merge window. There’s always the possibility of last minute change of plans or objections raised by Linus Torvalds, but this should provide an early look at some of the features more … ⌘ Read more

AI Can Already Do the Work of 12% of America’s Workforce, Researchers Find
An anonymous reader shared this report from CBS News:

Artificial intelligence can do the work currently performed by nearly 12% of America’s workforce, according to a recentstudy from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The researchers, relying on a metric called the “Iceberg Index” that measures a job’s potential to be aut … ⌘ Read more

Live: Piastri’s Qatar Grand Prix pole piles pressure on Norris
Oscar Piastri starts on pole for the Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix, with F1 championship leader Lando Norris feeling the pressure in second. Follow live. ⌘ Read more

Home prices keep climbing but interest rate outlook removes some heat
National home values rose 1 per cent in November, according to Cotality’s monthly index, which was the third straight month of gains above 1 per cent. But the pace of growth did moderate as the prospect of rate cuts faded. ⌘ Read more

Benedict Cumberbatch Films Two Bizarre Holiday Ads: for ‘World of Tanks’ and Amazon
“There are times when World of Tanks feels less like a videogame and more like a giant ad budget looking for something to be spent on,” writes PC Gamer.

This year, all those huge sacks with dollar signs on them have been thrown Benedict Cumberbatch’s way, making him the game’s newest “Holiday Ambassador” and t … ⌘ Read more

Sylve Maturing As A FreeBSD Unified Web Management Interface
Ahead of the FreeBSD 15.0 stable release expected to be announced next week, the FreeBSD project today published their Q3-2025 status report to outline their various development accomplishments from July through September… ⌘ Read more

NERDTree – how to descend into a directory? ⌘ Read more

Linux 6.19 Will Allow You To Write I2C Drivers In Rust
With the upcoming Linux 6.19 kernel cycle there are yet more Rust kernel bindings being introduced and other additions to make it possible to write more Linux kernel drivers within the Rust programming language. Among the new Rust additions expected for Linux 6.19 are making it possible to write Inter-Integrated Circuit (I2C) bus drivers in Rust… ⌘ Read more

Breaking: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu formally asks to be pardoned from corruption charges
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has formally asked for a pardon from President Isaac Herzog relating to corruption charges against him. ⌘ Read more