Well, it seems the good times are over, as Netflix and Disney will now hunt down those who share their passwords with those who have not paid for their service.
Judges deny Pell’s appeal, will serve term in prison
Well, it’s official. George Pell’s appeal has been denied by the Victorian courts, thereby forcing him to serve the remainder of his term behind bars. By a measure of two to one, the judges of Victoria’s Court of Appeal have rejected Cardinal George Pell’s appeal, thereby sentencing him to serve the remainder of…
Influencer explains why her motorcycle accident turned into a branded photoshoot
According to one Instagram influencer, it was just a happy coincidence that her motorcycle accident had a photoshoot and branding opportunities.
El Chapo’s lawyer witnessed Epstein’s will two days before his death
Well, the Epstein case continues to out-weird itself with the news that his will was witnessed by the lawyer of notorious drug lord Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán.
Poll finds the majority of voters in favour of decriminalising abortion
According to one poll, an overwhelming number of NSW voters support the decriminalisation of abortion. With the bill to be debated this week, advocates are pushing for no further delays.
Science wants to control your mind…for your own good!
Through the application of drugs and Lego, researchers are looking to decode ailments of the mind (beyond your control).
Expert believes Epstein autopsy points to murder, not suicide
The Epstein case continues to throw up questions, as his autopsy has discovered a broken bone that is extremely common in homicidal strangulation.
Police unsure whether CBD stabbing suspect will be able to stand trial
The author of the stabbing rampage in Sydney’s CBD is set to be charged with murder, with the police unsure whether he will be deemed medically fit to stand trial.
Sydneysiders chase stabbing suspect through CBD
In news just to hand, there has been a series of stabbings in the CBD, one where the suspect was chased down by a pack of furious bystanders.
Here’s how easy it is to become a fake Instagram celebrity
How hard is it to become a celebrity influencer on Instagram? Well, according to the findings of one study, it’s actually a doddle.
If you’re not sleeping well, be more positive, stupid
According to the University of Illinois, those who are more optimistic, get a better night sleep.
Facebook wants to read your mind…and they’re not far off
Back in 2017, Facebook mentioned that it was developing mind-reading technology. In 2019, they’ve supplied us with an update. Yay.
The contact lens of the near future will zoom (with a wink)
A group of smarties in Switzerland have managed to develop a contact lens that zooms with a wink.
Not so comical: How Comic Sans demands your attention
For our money, Comic Sans is the revealed cleavage of fonts. However, there is a method behind the madness, apparently (not that we have noticed it).
Administrative errors are a $7.8b industry
Screwing up at work is now a national institution, as administrative errors now cost us $7.8 billion a year. Not that anyone is blaming you.
Abortion bill passes lower house, with a series of caveats
While the abortion bill has passed an important first step, the amendments in place are so elastic, it feels like the status quo has not shifted.
Enraged by their chewing, man doesn’t speak to family, finds love
For years, Derrol Murphy was a man apart, completely unable to handle the sound of chewing. As a result, he no longer goes to his parent’s house, and his since found love. Respect.
Hastie’s ‘Churchill moment’ is ignorant of history, and just plain ignorant
This morning, Andrew Hastie channelled Winston Churchill, painting China as the greatest threat since Nazi Germany. History shows what happens when we remember similar nonsense.
Science figures out how to stop seagulls from stealing your chips
The research department of Exeter University has finally solved the greatest problem of our time – how to stop seagulls from stealing our chips.
American fractures the skull of a teenager for “disrespecting” the anthem
Proving that America is a fine place, a Montana man was arrested for assaulting a teenager for failing to remove his hat during the anthem. Ok.
China introduces AI teachers to school students
With tens of millions of their students already relying on AI for their education, tech dorks in China want to take it a terrifying step further.
Toni Morrison’s 1973 Disneyland trip defines the horrors of 2019
In 1973, Toni Morrison wrote about the horrors of a violent world, and her longing for escape. In 2019, we need to change very little.
