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Man dead after severe turbulence on London-Singapore flight carrying 56 Australians

Source: ABC NewsTopic: Disasters, Accidents and Emergency Incidents

What is aircraft turbulence and how common is it?

Source: ABC NewsTopic: Air and Space Accidents and Incidents

Peter Dutton has spelled out the maths on home ownership — and he might have done us a favour

Source: The ConversationTopic: Economic Trends

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More weapons and 'unfriendly behaviours': How the world is preparing for war in space

Satellites are under threat like never before and more countries are preparing for wars in space. So, what exactly is going on above the atmosphere? And should we be worried?
Satellite floating in space.

Source: ABC NewsTopic: War

Jackson has done more than 70 koala surveys over three years. He's only found five koalas

Koalas are easy to identify, but really hard to spot. To help conserve the species, citizen science is being used on a national scale for the first time to collect important information on koala numbers, habitat and health.
A sleepy koala rests on a branch high up in a tree.

Source: ABC ScienceTopic: Volunteers

This memorial was to be made of glass, but it's since been found it poses 'challenges' and should be scrapped

An initial design for the memorial for victims of child sexual abuse, which will be built on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra, had to be scrapped due to "complex construction challenges". It's now expected to be built in 2026.
design render for memorial

Source: ABC NewsTopic: Sexual Offences

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Deepfakes in an Australian election campaign would be legally fine, and OpenAI benches its flirty new chatbot voice

This week in tech news, OpenAI drops a new chatbot voice bearing a striking resemblance to Scarlett Johansson's, federal parliament discusses laws on political deepfakes, and the internet continues to be a terrifying place to be a teenager. 
A split image shows a computer with red logo taken from a still from the film Her, and a woman with green mesh over her face

Source: ScreenshotTopic: Computer Security and Cryptography

$12 million 'French chateau' beside Bruce Highway started as a dream for a bigger garage

There is room for eight bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, 14 car spaces, a ballroom, two wine cellars, two lifts and a dining table that seats 22 people. 
A man standing in front of a huge home

Source: ABC Sunshine CoastTopic: Housing Construction Industry

New docuseries reveals Steve Smith at odds with teammates over another Spirit of Cricket debate in Ashes

The tumultuous and at-times tempestuous 2023 Ashes is the subject of the third season of docuseries The Test, with cameras given access to the Australian locker room during the drama-filled contest.
England captain Ben Stokes makes a T with his hands to review a catch of Australia batter Steve Smith, who is looking on.

Source: ABC NewsTopic: Cricket

Seagrass wipe-out in world-recognised marine habitat prompts testing for herbicide impact

Researchers investigate concerns of fishermen and residents that herbicide run-off may be killing marine life in Queensland's Great Sandy Strait.
A big dirty stretch of water.

Source: ABC RuralTopic: Environmental Impact

How to honour your boxes of sentimental 'stuff' and know when to let them go

This museum curator explains why we should bring our childhood toys, old band T-shirts and family heirlooms out of hiding and honour them for the memories they contain.
Table strewn with old photos, cards, books, jewellery, a tea cup, small clock, carved jewellery box and pop culture ornament

Source: ABC NewsTopic: Family and Relationships

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'It's the right time': Chef Kylie Kwong announces end to 30-year career

After a 30-year career as an Australian food icon, Kylie Kwong announces she is closing her restaurant and quitting the business.
Close shot of a woman wearing a black collared shirt and red-rimmed glasses with hand on her chin

Source: Australian StoryTopic: Food Safety

Matildas star Sam Kerr officially ruled out of Olympics because of ACL injury

Matildas star Sam Kerr will miss the upcoming Paris Olympics after being officially ruled out because of an ongoing ACL injury.
A woman looks on with her hands behind her head.

Source: ABC NewsTopic: Soccer

'A liberating feeling': Why women are taking the solo travel leap and how to prepare for the trip

For women setting out to explore the world by themselves, adventure is calling, along with a growing sense of self discovery. Here's a taste of solo travel from the eyes of three Aussies.
A lady riding a white horse on a beach

Source: ABC NewsTopic: Travel and Tourism (Lifestyle and Leisure)

Period pain or endometriosis? Women's health app uses AI to detect abnormalities early and connect to services

When experiencing pelvic pain, many women and their doctors perceive it as a regular symptom of menstruation. But a new app tracks women's cycles and alerts them to abnormalities, connecting them to health professionals via telehealth.
Woman wearing hat and glasses in front of lagoon

Source: ABC GippslandTopic: Women's Health

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