Australians with British or Irish ties are scrambling to salvage travel plans as sweeping passport rule changes by the UK government begin to bite, leaving many feeling blindsided, frustrated and stuck in limbo. With the deadline now looming, families across Australia say the new requirements are already forcing them to cancel reunions, miss milestone birthdays, … Read more
Astronauts train for years hoping they’ll never need their most extreme skills. But space is unforgiving, and when something goes wrong, there is no room for panic — only procedure. That reality came sharply into focus on 15 January, when all four members of Crew-11 were forced to leave the International Space Station (ISS) and … Read more
AST SpaceMobile wasn’t a name many Australians were throwing around at the pub a year ago. This week, it suddenly is. After the company announced it had landed a major government contract, its stock price jumped hard overnight, and the ripple quickly reached Australian screens — from day traders refreshing apps before work to long-term … Read more
The conversation comes up quietly, usually between friends rather than in headlines. Over coffee. On a school pickup run. Late at night in a group chat when someone mentions super and admits they’re worried. “I honestly don’t think mine will be enough.” More often than not, it’s women saying it. Across Australia, women are feeling … Read more
Tesla has confirmed a major change to how Australians — and drivers worldwide — can access its most advanced driver-assistance technology. From February 14, customers will no longer be able to buy Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software outright. Instead, the feature will only be available through a monthly subscription, according to an announcement by Tesla … Read more
An Australian car owner has sparked discussion online after revealing they were quoted $11,800 to repair a vehicle they purchased for $16,000, following an accident where insurers ruled them at fault. The situation was shared on Reddit’s r/AusFinance forum, where users frequently discuss real-world financial decisions and consumer issues. Accident Damage But Car Still Drivable … Read more
Nasa astronauts space station evacuation : Four astronauts have safely returned to Earth after an unexpected early departure from the International Space Station (ISS) due to a “serious” medical issue, marking a rare event in the station’s 26-year history. The crew, known as Crew-11, were originally scheduled to spend six and a half months aboard … Read more
New Driving Licence Rules for Seniors : As 2026 begins, Australia’s road safety framework is evolving—particularly for older drivers. Across the country, updated driver licensing requirements are being applied to motorists aged 70 and over, with the aim of balancing independence and mobility against concerns around medical fitness and public safety. Introduced through individual state … Read more