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Ice cream killer’s vile weasel words to his victim’s mum after he mowed down Ethan, 14 – and then helped hack the teen to death
A teenager now aged 20 has written an apology letter to the mother of 14-year-old Ethan Hoac, whom he helped murder in Melbourne in June 2023. The case involved a brutal, unprovoked attack on a stranger: the three offenders drove at Ethan in a car before jumping out and stabbing him repeatedly whilst he lay…
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British Columbia alleges OpenAI missed warning signs before Tumbler Ridge shooting
British Columbia has sued OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman in California federal court, alleging that a February school shooting in Tumbler Ridge that killed nine people could have been prevented if the company had warned law enforcement about the shooter’s use of ChatGPT for planning the attack. The lawsuit seeks damages for recovery costs and…
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How electric toothbrushes became a £361m market amid Britain’s dental crisis
The electric toothbrush market has evolved dramatically over six decades, with luxury models now costing up to £600, particularly following Dyson’s entry with a £419.99 camera-equipped device. This expansion reflects growing public interest in oral health, partly driven by emerging evidence linking gum disease to serious conditions including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and Alzheimer’s. Premium toothbrushes…
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Koch urges RBA to scrutinise government spending before raising rates
Former Sunrise host David “Kochie” Koch has urged Reserve Bank governor Michele Bullock to explain how government spending may be contributing to Australia’s inflation before imposing further costs on mortgage holders. His intervention comes as major banks warn borrowers to prepare for another interest-rate rise, with markets pricing in a possible cash rate of 4.6…
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Oscar-nominated editor Elliot Graham dies by suicide aged 50
Oscar-nominated film editor Elliot Graham has died by suicide in Los Angeles at the age of 50. His death marks a significant loss to the film industry, where his editing helped shape acclaimed films including *Milk*, *Steve Jobs*, *Captain Marvel* and *No Time to Die*. Graham received an Oscar nomination for *Milk* (2008), which won…
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Post-Merger Paramount May Overdeliver On Settlement Terms With 36-Film 2027 Slate Amid Speculation About Duplication & WB Leadership
A merged Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery would release 36 films in 2027, exceeding the first annual target agreed with California officials. The combined studio would need to reach 30 films in 2028 and 32 annually from 2029 to 2031, with penalties for missing the quotas intended to protect theatrical competition and employment. The companies…
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Data Centre Water Crisis Sparks California Regulation and Amazon’s $20M Conservation Pledge
California has enacted seven laws requiring data-centre operators to disclose more about their water and electricity use and consult communities over new facilities. The measures also address grid infrastructure costs, electricity rates, water resources, environmental reviews and companies’ contributions towards wildfire risks, reflecting growing public concern about the environmental and financial impact of AI expansion.…
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Queen Latifah Makes ‘The Voice’ History With First-Ever “First In Button,” Nabs 16-Year-Old Vocal Powerhouse
Queen Latifah has joined the coaching panel for season 30 of The Voice and made history during the premiere episode by being the first coach to use a new “First In” button feature. This button allows the first coach to turn around to automatically secure an artist of their choice. Latifah deployed the tool on…