Technology
Aussie Truthers: new political threat
FIRST it was Brexit, then it was Trump. Now experts warn of the political threat with the rise of the Australian Truthers.
‘Tis the season to go virtual
IT’S shaping up as the top tech trend of Christmas but Australians are divided over the best way to view virtual reality: smartphone, console, or PC.
Astronaut warns of aliens before suicide attempt
A SHOCKING video claims France’s first female astronaut screamed “Earth must be warned!” before she attempted suicide.
Sext fail exposes cheating girlfriend
A MAN outed his girlfriend as a cheater after she sent him a raunchy text message containing something suspicious in the background ...
Girl wins right to be frozen
SHE was dying from cancer and wanted another chance at life. So this 14-year-old did what very few teenagers would even consider doing.
This is the next big thing for Airbnb
Airbnb is moving on from the world of holiday accommodation. Check out the new feature the travel giant has launched.
PlayStation’s awkward X-rated blunder
SONY has apologised to a British man after he killed a prostitute in the game Watch Dogs 2 and then clapped eyes upon her exposed vagina.
AROUND THE SITE
Order breach Sex offender in strife over meth
A DANGEROUS sex offender could be charged after allegedly breaching his strict supervision order by taking meth, a Perth court has heard.
Patrick Slater Boys in station murder to face adult court
THREE boys charged with murdering Patrick Slater at Elizabeth Quay train station will be tried in the WA Supreme Court with their five adult co-accused.
Outback idea National park proposal for unused WA land
A MAJOR parks network in Western Australia would create more than 200 Indigenous ranger jobs and unique tourism opportunities, proponents say.
One Nation Culleton may attend High Court hearing
ONE Nation senator Rod Culleton may attend his High Court hearing in Canberra next week after previously saying it would have to be adjourned because parliament is sitting.
Violent attack Mum punched, robbed at petrol station
A PERTH mother punched and robbed while fuelling her car is grateful she didn't have her 15-month-old son in the vehicle as she normally would.
World record Marilyn Monroe dress sells for $6.5m
THE famous dress worn by Marilyn Monroe when she sang "happy birthday Mr President" to John F. Kennedy has sold for a world-record price at auction.
Health concerns Grandfather's asbestos mulch fears
A PERTH grandfather has spoken out after discovering asbestos-contaminated mulch had been spread around the Aubin Grove train station.
Pet killed Horror attack: Dog mauled, eaten by croc
A HORRIFIED Kimberley dog owner was left helpless as he watched a giant saltwater crocodile snatch his pet, toss it up into the air then eat it.
News
Will this be Apple’s big flop?
APPLE is expected to release wearable glasses tech but after the failure of Google Glass, does anyone even want such a product?
Science
Comet ‘unequivocally’ home to alien life
THIS ghostly comet is home to lakes of ice, craters and massive boulders. But two leading scientists say that’s not all.
Tablets
Apple’s split-screen iPad ‘on way’
IT’S not here yet but experts believe Apple’s next big thing could be finally is on its way — split screen multi-tasking for the iPad.
Smartphones
How to kill germs on your phone
TAKE your smartphone into the loo? Sneeze on its screen? A tech company has launched a germ-killing phone screen to protect you from yourself.
Gaming
‘Tis the season to go virtual
IT’S shaping up as the top tech trend of Christmas but Australians are divided over the best way to view virtual reality: smartphone, console, or PC.
TechKnow
Five smartphones for every budget
SMARTPHONES are more accessible than ever with internet-savvy, touch-friendly models at all prices. Here’s a guide to five of the best to suit any budget.
