New legislation is being tabled in Australia's parliament on Thursday to force big tech to allow users to switch off algorithms which send them recommended content.

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The genetic technique that finds (almost) every infection

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The genetic technique that finds (almost) every infection

It identified Covid-19. Now this genetic technique is helping doctors to make life-or-death decisions.

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Sydney teen charged with murder of boy who was shot in face

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Sydney teen charged with murder of boy who was shot in face

The 12-year-old was shot at a unit in Sydney last month and died in hospital three days later.

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Glamorous, starry and extremely private: Nine images capturing 100 years of Bel-Air, LA's most exclusive suburb

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Glamorous, starry and extremely private: Nine images capturing 100 years of Bel-Air, LA's most exclusive suburb

The brainchild of a rancher-turned-oilman, it has evolved from a "gentlemen's haven" to a film-star refuge and a high-end, low-profile enclave. Now the neighbourhood is turning 100.

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A close look at the Bayeux Tapestry's dramatic scenes

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A close look at the Bayeux Tapestry's dramatic scenes

Lucy Worsley retells the events that led to the Norman conquest of England depicted in the Bayeux Tapestry.

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Bumble bought for $1.3bn in 'bet on the future of humanity'

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Bumble bought for $1.3bn in 'bet on the future of humanity'

The dating app which recently ditched its "women-first" chat rule has been bought by an investment firm.

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Meet the dogs learning to run with assistive mobility tech

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Meet the dogs learning to run with assistive mobility tech

From custom-built supports to specialised wheelchairs, tech is transforming the lives of animals with injuries.

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Canada's bizarre mummified toe cocktail

Born following a nasty case of frostbite, the Sourtoe Cocktail has become a rite of passage for locals and visitors – and it might just be the world's most unusual drink.

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