India began its first mission to Mars, seeking to beat China to the red planet and showcase its push for technological development.
Is Katy Perry faking it? Roar singer now has the most Twitter followers
Katy Perry has stolen the Twitter crown from Justin Bieber by more than 30,000 followers, causing his 46.5 million fans to claim the female pop sensation has a greater number of fake followers. But doesn't it all come down to having an album success?
Twitter playing a role in #bushfire emergencies
In the age of the smartphone, most Australians today carry a device every day that has the potential to provide vital information that could make the difference between life and death in the case of a serious bushfire.
India blasts off for Mars
At 2.38 Tuesday afternoon, local time, India will go to Mars.
Giant, meat-eating platypus identified from one fossil tooth
An extinct species of giant, toothed platypus, about a metre in length, has been discovered and identified in far north-west Queensland, using a single tooth.
Chinese websites blocking access from ANU
Major Chinese websites are blocking access from the ANU, the university told its staff on Monday afternoon.
Robotic prostate surgery: keyhole to the future
The uptake of robotic prostate surgery is growing worldwide, but opinion on its efficiency is divided.
Country Fire Authority apologises for Fire Ready app bungle
Victoria's troubled fire alert system is already causing headaches before the bushfire season has even started, with nearly half a million people incorrectly sent bushfire danger alerts.
Melbourne Cup calling? Big three bet on 4G
It might be known as the race that stops a nation, but the Melbourne Cup has also become the race that clogs all mobile networks.
Funeral webcasts bring families home
The death of a loved one can be traumatic enough without the added sadness of being unable to attend the funeral.