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US case could drastically change Facebook and Instagram
1+ hour, 9+ min ago (809+ words) This week, a trial commenced in the United States that could drastically change how Facebook and Instagram operate globally. The trial in Oakland, which is expected to last six weeks, pits 29 US states against the two social media platforms’ owner,…...
'Trendy' Mahjong is having a global moment
1+ week, 3+ day ago (827+ words) From designer tile sets and “mahjong parties” to growing numbers of clubs and classes, the centuries-old Chinese tile game Mahjong is becoming trendy once again. But its resurgence raises questions about cultural exchange, commercialisation, and what happens when a tradition…...
Two new reminders that Brisbane will host the 2032 Games
4+ week, 2+ day ago (313+ words) South-East Queensland has two new reminders that the Games will be held in Brisbane in 2032. The countdown to the Brisbane 2032 Games has officially launched in the city’s Queen Street Mall with the unveiling of a giant digital OMEGA clock. And…...
Crackdown puts brakes on e-bikes and e-scooters
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (291+ words) Queensland police have seized more than 100 electric scooters and bicycles since news laws came into effect on July 1. Assistant Commissioner Rhys Wildman said under Operation Yankee Surety police across the state had monitored those riding e-mobility devices, such as e-bikes,…...
Boost for city homeless night sanctuary
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (355+ words) The Queensland Government has announced a funding boost for a Brisbane “night sanctuary” to provide 110 beds for rough sleepers each night. The funding agreement will allow the Emmanuel City Mission’s Night Sanctuary to be refurbished and to operate seven nights…...
Half of Australia’s bookstores have closed in a decade
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (862+ words) By Katherine Day, Bec Kavanagh and Matthew Holden In the past year alone, at least 13 independent bookshops have closed in Australia. Some have operated for decades. Perth’s Boffins Books recently announced it would close after 37 years, citing rising costs and…...
Minimum wage goes above $1000 a week for the first time
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (484+ words) Australia’s minimum wage has risen above $1000 per week for the first time, with 2.7 million workers being granted a pay increase. The Fair Work Commission increased modern award wages by 4.75 percent and the National Minimum Wage by 6 percent from July 1, 2026 in…...
Funding to boost organic waste collection in SEQ
3+ mon, 5+ day ago (168+ words) South-East Queensland councils will receive funding to build and upgrade infrastructure to better collect, sort and process organic waste. The $54 million boost is part of the SEQ City Deal, a partnership between the Australian Government, Queensland Government and the Council…...
Caboolture earthquake faultline shaped the region
4+ mon, 2+ day ago (301+ words) Stay up to date with news you need to know direct from the source. An ancient earthquake along a fault line west of Caboolture shaped the region thousands of years ago, researchers have found. City of Moreton Bay Mayor Peter…...
Consumer confidence hits 3-year low
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (305+ words) Stay up to date with news you need to know direct from the source. Consumer confidence has hit the lowest level since 2023, while wages hold steady and the job market remains strong, according to surveys by major banks. The ANZ-Roy…...