Technology

Apple Unveils Next-Generation AirTag with Enhanced Range and Louder Alerts SYDNEY, 27 January 2026 – Apple has launched a significantly upgraded version of its popular AirTag item tracker, marking the first major hardware revision since the accessory’s debut in 2021. Announced yesterday, the new AirTag boasts a 50 per cent louder speaker, extended Bluetooth and […]

Microsoft Cloud Services Stable in Australia, No Widespread Outages SYDNEY, 23 January 2026 – Microsoft’s cloud infrastructure in Australia is currently operating normally, with no widespread outages affecting Azure or Microsoft 365 services. This follows a significant global service disruption that impacted millions of users worldwide earlier this week. Current Status: All Systems Operational According

Mount Maunganui: The Bay of Plenty’s Coastal Gem Mount Maunganui, 22 January 2026 – Known locally as “The Mount,” this vibrant beachside town on New Zealand’s North Island is a perennial favourite for its stunning natural beauty, laid-back atmosphere, and wealth of activities. Dominated by the extinct volcanic cone of Mauao, Mount Maunganui offers a

Sophie Turner Headlines Prime Video’s High-Octane Heist Thriller ‘Steal’ SYDNEY, 21 January 2026 – Prime Video today unleashes its latest binge-worthy thriller, *Steal*, a six-part series that thrusts Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner into the centre of a multi-billion pound financial heist. All episodes of the tense drama are now available to stream globally.

Palworld Teases Massive Version 1.0 Update & New Pals for 2026 Release SYDNEY, 20 January 2026 – Developer Pocketpair has marked the second anniversary of its breakout survival-crafting game, Palworld, with a special video thanking its community and offering a first look at the creatures and content coming in the long-awaited Version 1.0 update, slated

Boiler Malfunction at Rockstar North Studio; GTA 6 Development Unaffected EDINBURGH, 20 January 2026 – Rockstar Games has confirmed an early morning incident at its Rockstar North headquarters in Edinburgh, attributing it to a malfunction in a heating boiler. Emergency services attended the scene, securing structural damage to the commercial building. The studio has confirmed

Microsoft Issues Emergency Windows Updates to Fix Critical Remote Desktop and Shutdown Bugs 19 January 2026 – Microsoft has been forced to release emergency out-of-band updates for Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server to address two critical issues introduced by this month’s Patch Tuesday security updates. The problems, which affected Remote Desktop connections and

Riley Holds Narrow Advantage Heading into Sony Open Finale SYDNEY, 19 January 2026 – The 2026 PGA Tour season is poised for a thrilling conclusion at Waialae Country Club, where American Davis Riley will take a two-stroke lead into the final round of the Sony Open in Hawaii. Riley carded a third-round 67 to reach

Anthropic Launches Claude Cowork: AI-Powered Autonomous File Management for macOS Users Sydney, 14 January 2026 – Anthropic has unveiled Claude Cowork, a groundbreaking feature that extends the capabilities of its Claude AI beyond coding to everyday knowledge work. Available as a research preview for Claude Max subscribers on macOS, Cowork enables users to grant Claude

Major Cyber Hacks in Australia: Breaches Exposed in 2025-2026 Sydney, 12 January 2026 – A series of significant data breaches have impacted Australian organisations in recent months, exposing sensitive customer information and highlighting vulnerabilities in cybersecurity. From insurance firms to healthcare providers, these incidents underscore the growing threat of cyber attacks in the country. Key