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'Magic' new breakthrough could help support life on the moon
Scientists say the new technology allowed them to extract water from samples of lunar soil.
scienceDonkey Kong's newest adventure: 'An imperfect masterpiece'
Donkey Kong Bananza is an imperfect masterpiece. Its ambition pushes Nintendo's new console — the Nintendo Switch 2 — up to and beyond its limit; serving as both a technical showcase and a reality check.
entertainmentThe three-second Instagram video that saw a business owner's account suspended
An innocent video of three dogs looking out a window has landed an Australian business owner in trouble and resulted in a 75 per cent revenue drop.
nationalQantas cyberhack worse than 1.1 million customers were first told
Some customers have today received a second email from the airline, informing them more data had been stolen than first thought.
nationalUkraine drone hits defence plant 1300km inside Russia
The attack follows a record drone onslaught from Moscow against Ukraine in June.
Russia UkraineHands-on with Nintendo’s new Donkey Kong game
Donkey Kong Bananza is arguably Nintendo's most important game of 2025.
NintendoThe question that needs to be answered before the social media ban
The Australian government's looming ban on kids under 16 on some forms of social media cannot happen if those very kids can't be identified by the apps in question.
TechnologyGlobal data breach exposes 16 billion login credentials
A staggering 16 billion login credentials have been uncovered in what researchers are calling the largest compilation of stolen data ever discovered - raising fresh concerns over online security for everyday Australians.
nationalAustralia to feature in major new gaming release
Iconic video game creator Hideo Kojima graced Australians with his presence last week, marking the beginning of his Death Stranding 2: On The Beach world tour. 9news.com.au met with Kojima ahead of the event.
Technology'It's Elder Scrolls first, MMO second'
The journey of The Elder Scrolls Online has been a long one. Now, there's some big updates coming for players. 9news.com.au caught up with the game's director.
TechnologyAmazon says it will reduce its workforce as AI replaces human employees
Amazon is warning its employees that artificial intelligence will help the company have a smaller workforce in the future.
WorldApple's AI strategy isn't about catching up - it's about doing it differently
Apple has taken a quieter, more measured path into artificial intelligence, according to the tech giant's global marketing executive.
TechnologyNintendo Switch 2 becomes the fastest-selling game console ever
We've had the new system in our hot little hands for a full week now. Question is, does it live up to the hype?
NintendoApple executive admits Siri revamp was pulled for falling short
This week, the company fronted up with their next round of software updates, but missing from any list was a core update to Siri announced in 2024.
AppleHuge changes just made to the way millions of Aussies shop
Customers who sign up today may not be allowed to borrow as much as those who joined yesterday.
nationalBeing trusting is no longer endearing. It's dangerous
The probably impossible task mankind faces today is taking back control of the internet to confront evil, Neil Mitchell writes.
nationalCall screening, wait mode, and more: Major changes for iPhones
The iPhone's new operating system will begin to roll out this year. Tech expert Trevor Long reveals what's new.
iPhoneXbox set to release new handheld console
Xbox has unveiled it's first ever handheld gaming console, a collaboration years in the making with computer company ASUS.
TechnologyNew games and hardware unveiled by PlayStation
PlayStation has shared their first State of Play since February, offering a fresh look at what's to come from Sony Interactive Entertainment and third-party publishers.
TechnologyThe Nintendo Switch 2 is here. These are our first thoughts
Nintendo's next console evolution is out today. The Switch 2 is premium and powerful, while still maintaining the core hybrid experience that made the original console so special. We've played it — here's our verdict.
TechnologyTech giant sued over risk from sleeping aids
The potential harms from these devices included skin, eye and respiratory tract irritation, headaches, asthma and impacts on the reproductive system.
nationalGoogle's new AI shocks the internet with its most realistic videos yet
You may have seen them already, without even knowing it's AI.
TechnologyStudent's bright idea helping change how Aussies with disability dine out
EnAccess Maps, a new app developed by student Sabrina Leung, allows users to locate and review venues based on their accessibility features.
nationalTelstra customers can now send an SMS from anywhere in Australia via satellite
For a country like Australia with our large unpopulated landmass, this is a revolutionary change to our communication networks.
TechnologyHow a Sydney tradie built up a multimillion-dollar success story
Tim Lee failed six times in business before he realised one part of the process was a waste of his time.
SydneyGoogle unveils new AI search, personal assistant and automated shopping experiences
It may not be as obvious as the telco wars or smartphone wars, but right now the most competitive space in technology is Artificial Intelligence.
GoogleVodafone makes bombshell Telstra complaint to ACCC
Vodafone has accused their rival of misleading and deceptive conduct over 15 years.
phonesYour phone in SOS mode could be a sign of something far more sinister
The scary part is, there's not that much you can do to stop it from happening in the first place.
scamNew app slashing the cost of food launches in Queensland
The app has arrived in Queensland after proving popular interstate, with 600,000 Australian users.
Cost of LivingBook a restaurant with Uber: A world first launches in Sydney
Global rideshare and food delivery service Uber is expanding its product offering with the launch of a new Dine Out option coming to Sydney in a world first.
uberAirbnb expands into 'experiences' as competition in travel sector heats up
Having provided a bed for some 2 billion guests in the 17 years it's been operating, Airbnb wants to offer you more, more than just that place to stay.
TravelWarcraft creators celebrates 30 years
To reflect on the past 30 years of Warcraft, Blizzard's Darren Williams and Ely Cannon sat down with 9News.com.au.
TechnologyNew DOOM video game features medieval twist
As a prequel to 2016's DOOM, The Dark Ages reimagines the franchise's fast-paced chaos with a brutal, medieval twist.
TechnologyNintendo Switch 2 makes early Aussie appearance
Nintendo has hosted an early hands-on experience for the Nintendo Switch 2 in Melbourne, with hundreds of excited gamers getting a first-look at the upcoming console.
TechnologyGrand Theft Auto VI set to smash records
Rockstar Games has shared a new trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI, just days after delaying the game until May 2026. This latest video has been watched online 475 million times across platforms.
TechnologyVatican's radical step to maintain centuries-old tradition
All mobile phone signals will be deactivated in the Vatican on Wednesday ahead of the highly secretive conclave to elect the next pope, Italian state media reports.
PopeTrump national security adviser Waltz out following Signal chat blunder
Waltz came under searing scrutiny in March after revelations that he added journalist Jeffrey Goldberg to a private text chain on the encrypted messaging app Signal
Donald TrumpBanking details of thousands of Aussies stolen by cybercriminals
The banking details of more than 30,000 Aussies have been found online, security experts say.
banksApple and Meta slugged with $1 billion in fines over apps and ads
The decisions were expected to come in March, but officials apparently held off amid an escalating trans-Atlantic trade war with US President Donald Trump
FinesSurprise remake of classic game released today
To a massive surprise for Elder Scrolls fans, the classic game The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion has been remastered and released this week.
Technology30 years on, Magic the Gathering is stronger than ever
Magic the Gathering has just returned to one of its most beloved original planes: Tarkir. 9news.com.au sat down with two of its creators to learn all about it.
TechnologyChina has a powerful card to play in its fight against Trump
The minerals – used to power everything from iPhones to electric vehicles – are vital components for the kinds of advanced technology that will define the future.
Trade WarTrump-backing billionaires poised to lose nearly a trillion dollars in two days
The "Liberation Day" tariffs have hit the world's wealthiest hard, even those who had fallen in behind the US president.
Donald TrumpWe've played the new Mario Kart and Donkey Kong on the Nintendo Switch 2
We know so much more about the Nintendo Switch 2. But how does it feel to play? Nintendo flew us to New York to find out.
TechnologyEvery game unveiled for the Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo is bringing out the big guns for the launch of the Nintendo Switch, with a mix of beloved franchises, fresh takes on classics, and a few surprises.
TechnologyNintendo Switch 2: Every detail revealed
Here's everything you need to know about the Nintendo Switch 2.
TechnologyUpdate for Fitbits after injury fears identified
Some of the watches will receive a firmware update to correct an overheating battery.
safetyWoman speaks for first time in 18 years after brain chip implant
The device was able to capture the woman's intent to speak into fluent sentences spoken by a computer.
scienceNew entry to classic DOOM video game series
The DOOM franchise has always embraced relentless action and blood-pumping chaos, and DOOM: The Dark Ages looks to continue this legacy.
TechnologyIndependent MP draws attention for social media gaffe
The former cabinet minister's office said the comment was made without his knowledge.
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