PM's data centre plan may hit roadblock as energy debate heats up
As two energy ministers oppose the prime minister’s plan for national AI rules for data centres, the question over how to power the facilities intensifies. Source link
Trump Will End Subsidies for Medicare Drug Premiums
Millions of older Americans could pay more for their prescription drug coverage next year. Source link
Brits urged to avoid dangerous plug adaptors this summer – what to watch out for
Campaign group Electrical Safety First has urged those “heading abroad this summer to think before they buy”. Source link
Sloppy and clumsy but overwhelming – inside the rogue ChatGPT hack
Details have been released of an emergency call with hundreds of cyber-security experts after the ChatGPT hack of a tech company. Source link
Miles Franklin shortlist defies 'shaggy' trend in Australian publishing
ABC experts unpack the shortlist of Australia’s biggest book prize: who made it, who missed out and who they think will win. Source link
Live: ASX rallies as chance of August rate hike tumbles
The ASX rallies after annual inflation eased back to 3.8 per cent in June, according to the ABS. Follow the day’s events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. Source link
'Dead quiet' shops struggle after bridge's failure closes highway
Jenolan, Oberon and Lithgow businesses cling on after Sydneysiders stop visiting due to the failure of a convict-built bridge and closure of the Great Western Highway. Source link
Ontario rethinking support for high-speed rail after feds reject Billy Bishop expansion: source
The federal government’s rejection of a plan to allow commercial jets at Toronto’s Billy Bishop Airport is threatening a wedge between the Ford government and Ottawa — and potentially strengthening opposition to a major high-speed rail project. Source link
Treasurer confirms fuel excise discount will end on Sunday — as it happened
Jim Chalmers has announced the fuel excise discount, which was introduced following the outbreak of war in the Middle East, will end. Source link
Fortescue's quiet AI transformation
Decarbonisation, sustainability and safety gains top priorities. Source link