FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Socceroos start with a bang as sizzling strikes down Turkey
Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe delivered Australia’s first win in a World Cup opener since 2006 set up a blockbuster showdown next Saturday with Group D rivals and hosts USA. ⌘ Read more
The spell of Jeffrey Epstein haunts the White House
After a week bristling with lurid revelations, it’s clear that no matter how much the US president wishes him away, Jeffrey Epstein is haunting Trump and is persisting as a national obsession. ⌘ Read more
Tips and race-by-race guide for Tamworth on Monday
All you need to know to back a winner on the seven-race card. ⌘ Read more
Connections hoping patience pays off with Reprisal at Tamworth
After nine weeks on the sidelines, the underrated local five-year-old resumes at Monday’s Tamworth meeting. ⌘ Read more
AFL urged to crack down on umpire-bashing after Hardwick airs his frustration
The umpires were in the gun on Friday night, but an Adelaide great says the comments from the Suns coach crossed the line and the AFL should act for the sake of officials at all levels of the sport. ⌘ Read more
‘Disappointing’: Why Sydney’s oldest bowling club was forced to close
After almost 150 years, mounting losses have forced the closure of the historic community and sporting hub in Balmain and cast doubt over the site’s future. ⌘ Read more
‘Disappointing’: Why Sydney’s oldest bowling club was forced to close
After almost 150 years, mounting losses have forced the closure of the historic community and sporting hub in Balmain and cast doubt over the site’s future. ⌘ Read more
Trump reignites Anthropic feud after takedown of latest AI model
The feud between Anthropic and the Trump administration has deepened after the US government demanded the company take down one of its new AI models. ⌘ Read more
Melbourne park evacuated after dynamite find
Footage obtained by The Age shows explosives being detonated near bushland in Merri Park just before 1pm. ⌘ Read more
Melbourne park evacuated after dynamite find
Footage obtained by The Age shows explosives being detonated near bushland in Merri Park just before 1pm. ⌘ Read more
Socceroos fans in Melbourne’s Federation Square
Fans are out for the World Cup opener against Turkiye. ⌘ Read more
Irankunda sets Aussie crowd alight with electric goal
Australian fans go wild as Nestory Irankunda smashes the ball into the back of the net to score against Turkiye. ⌘ Read more
Beautiful game an ideal playing field for tragicomic tale of adolescent angst
There’s much to enjoy in the Pulitzer Prize-shortlisted play, The Wolves, which follows the ups and downs of a girls’ high school soccer team. ⌘ Read more
‘I’ve had enough’: Duniam shares the moment he knew his political career was over
The Tasmanian senator gave a parting warning to his colleagues, as he announced his plan to step away from politics to spend more time with his family. ⌘ Read more
FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Irankunda scores as Socceroos start with a bang against Turkey
Coach Tony Popovic has made some bold selection calls as the Socceroos begin their World Cup campaign against group favourites Turkey. Follow all the action. ⌘ Read more
FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Australia’s Socceroos start campaign against Turkey
Coach Tony Popovic has made some bold selection calls as the Socceroos begin their World Cup campaign against group favourites Turkey. Follow all the action. ⌘ Read more
FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Australia’s Socceroos start campaign against Turkey
Coach Tony Popovic has made some bold selection calls as the Socceroos begin their World Cup campaign against group favourites Turkey. Follow all the action. ⌘ Read more
Socceroos’ secret weapon no more: The explosive rise of Nestory Irankunda
A day after this profile was published in Good Weekend, 20-year-old Nestory Irankunda announced himself to the planet, scoring a breathtaking goal in the World Cup that has already been hailed as an instant classic. ⌘ Read more
Socceroos’ secret weapon no more: The explosive rise of Nestory Irankunda
A day after this profile was published in Good Weekend, 20-year-old Nestory Irankunda announced himself to the planet, scoring a breathtaking goal in the World Cup that has already been hailed as an instant classic. ⌘ Read more
Socceroos fans in Melbourne’s Federation Square
Fans are out for the World Cup opener against Turkiye. ⌘ Read more
Irankunda sets Aussie crowd alight with electric goal
Australian fans go wild as Nestory Irankunda smashes the ball into the back of the net to score against Turkiye. ⌘ Read more
NRMA roadside assist staff on strike for first time in 23 years
The organisation said not all patrols would take part in industrial action, and it had made contingency arrangements to minimise disruption. ⌘ Read more
Socceroos fans watch opening match in Sydney
Fans are out for the World Cup opener against Turkiye. ⌘ Read more
Melbourne park evacuated after dynamite find
Footage obtained by The Age shows explosives being detonated near bushland in Merri Park just before 1pm. ⌘ Read more
Melbourne park evacuated after dynamite find
Footage obtained by The Age shows the explosives being detonated near bushland in Merri Park just before 1pm. ⌘ Read more
Japan Is Running Out of Royals. Are More Men the Answer?
Japan’s legislature is drafting a plan to allow the imperial family to adopt distant male relatives. But some in Japan would prefer a female emperor. ⌘ Read more
Germany and Japan Are Rearming Again, 80 Years After World War II
After becoming allies to disastrous effect in the 1940s, Berlin and Tokyo are finding new reasons to team up — including rebuilding their militaries. ⌘ Read more
In Venezuela, a 91-Year-Old Weaver Sticks to Traditions
Though electric machines are now standard, the Venezuelan weaver Margarita Mora has clung to a mix of ancestral Indigenous and Spanish practices to create surprisingly modern work. ⌘ Read more
Drone ban lifted at Coogee Beach after woman mauled by shark
The government will work with the Civil Aviation Safety Authority and Surf Life Saving NSW to make the exemption permanent. ⌘ Read more
Knicks snap 53-year NBA drought
After more than half a century, the New York Knicks clinch an NBA championship over the San Antonio Spurs. ⌘ Read more
New York Knicks break drought to win NBA championship
New York’s 53-year title drought is over after another come-from-behind win. ⌘ Read more
New York Knicks break drought to win NBA championship
New York’s 53-year title drought is over after another come-from-behind win. ⌘ Read more
Perth community in mourning after nine-year-old girl shot and killed in Pakistan
Local media reported the family, from the Perth suburb of Kewdale, was mistaken for armed robbers the police were pursuing. ⌘ Read more
Perth community in mourning after nine-year-old girl shot and killed in Pakistan
Local media reported the family, from the Perth suburb of Kewdale, was mistaken for armed robbers the police were pursuing. ⌘ Read more
Residents living in fear of short term rental
Residents in Melbourne’s west say they are living in fear after a short-term rental house party descended into chaos. ⌘ Read more
Residents living in fear of short term rental
Residents in Melbourne’s west say they are living in fear after a short-term rental house party descended into chaos. ⌘ Read more
‘Sports guy’ Trump works to project strength with UFC bout as political woes mount
Trump will celebrate becoming an octogenarian as he hosts an extravagant UFC showcase on the White House South Lawn on Sunday night. ⌘ Read more
Melinda Gates: I just knew Epstein was evil
The philanthropist and former wife of Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates recalls an immediate sense of unease in Jeffrey Epstein’s presence. ⌘ Read more
FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Scotland up against Haiti, Brazil and Morocco draw 1-1 in New Jersey, Australia’s Socceroos start campaign against Turkey
Scotland are leading against Haiti, before the Socceroos begin their World Cup campaign against group favourites Turkey. Follow all the action. ⌘ Read more
AFL great slams coach for umpire bashing
Rory Sloane is not happy with Damien Hardwick’s attack on umpires. ⌘ Read more
Building a serial and VGA “everything console”
Article URL: http://oldvcr.blogspot.com/2026/06/building-serial-and-vga-everything.html
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48523615
Points: 3
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Fury fights against former world’s strongest man
Tommy Fury and Eddie Hall trade punches in a bizarre heavyweight boxing fight. ⌘ Read more
Beautiful game an ideal playing field for tragicomic tale of adolescent angst
There’s much to enjoy in the Pulitzer Prize-shortlisted play, The Wolves, which follows the ups and downs of a girls’ high school soccer team. ⌘ Read more
Residents living in fear of short term rental
Residents in Melbourne’s west say they are living in fear after an AirBnB house party descended into chaos. ⌘ Read more
Residents living in fear of short term rental
Residents in Melbourne’s west say they are living in fear after an AirBnB house party descended into chaos. ⌘ Read more
Apt Encounters of the Third Kind
Article URL: https://igor-blue.github.io/2021/03/24/apt1.html
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48523550
Points: 4
# Comments: 0 ⌘ Read more
Cummins’ huge vow amid chaotic Aussie period
Australian captain Pat Cummins speaks to Nine’s Today about the gruelling Test and ODI period on the horizon. ⌘ Read more
Cummins’ huge vow amid chaotic Aussie period
Australian captain Pat Cummins speaks to Nine’s Today about the gruelling Test and ODI period on the horizon. ⌘ Read more
An unhappy birthday for Trump: His Iran deal – and presidency – on the brink
It’s Donald Trump’s 80th birthday. Iran is yet to deliver his birthday gift, despite all his bluster. ⌘ Read more
Benji shuts down Luai criticism
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall denies there is any link between Jarome Luai’s exit and the club’s form. ⌘ Read more
Giants wary of ‘impressive’ St Kilda
GWS Giants play St Kilda on Sunday and know their side is in for a tough game against a ‘damaging’ outfit. ⌘ Read more
‘Sickening’ Richmond injury list grows
James Hird and Jimmy Bartel discuss Richmond’s horror injury list. ⌘ Read more
Popovic ready for World Cup as rivals make a statement
Tony Popovic is ready to lead his Socceroos team through their first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, just hours after their group stage rivals, the USA, made a huge statement. ⌘ Read more
Australian fans prepare for World Cup opener
Australian fans are in high spirits on the streets of Vancouver as they prepare to cheer on the Socceroos in their first game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. ⌘ Read more
Brazil and Morocco play out heavyweight epic
Brazil and Morocco exchanged strikes early in a 1-1 FIFA World Cup tie. ⌘ Read more
FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Scotland up against Haiti, Brazil and Morocco draw 1-1 in New Jersey, Australia’s Socceroos start campaign against Turkey
Scotland are leading against Haiti, before the Socceroos begin their World Cup campaign against group favourites Turkey. Follow all the action. ⌘ Read more
Drone ban lifted at Coogee Beach after woman mauled by shark
The government will work with the Civil Aviation Safety Authority and Surf Lifesaving NSW to make the exemption permanent. ⌘ Read more
Australian fans prepare for World Cup opener
Australian fans are in high spirits on the streets of Vancouver as they prepare to cheer on the Socceroos in their first game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. ⌘ Read more
AI-powered Siri is on the way – but is it worth using?
Siri AI might not win any awards for personality, but its focus on privacy and cross-app utility may make it a promising practical tool. ⌘ Read more
Father rehearsed murder-suicide over several days, police believe
Cameras at a waterfront property captured the man throwing his six-year-old daughter into the Parramatta River moments before jumping in himself. ⌘ Read more
Father rehearsed murder-suicide over several days, police believe
Cameras at a waterfront property captured the man throwing his six-year-old daughter into the Parramatta River moments before jumping in himself. ⌘ Read more
FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Brazil and Morocco draw 1-1 in New Jersey, Australia’s Socceroos start campaign against Turkey
Brazil and Morocco go head-to-head before the Socceroos begin their World Cup campaign against group favourites Turkey. Follow all the action. ⌘ Read more
Calls for fuel relief to be extended
Nationals MP David Littleproud has called for fuel relief to transport companies to be extended as several measures making fuel cheaper in Australia coming to an end in July. ⌘ Read more
Calls for fuel relief to be extended
Nationals MP David Littleproud has called for fuel relief to transport companies to be extended as several measures making fuel cheaper in Australia coming to an end in July. ⌘ Read more
Ready and waiting for a watch party: Young fans have solid advice for the Socceroos
Watching the World Cup on Sunday at 2pm? It’s a no-brainer for young Sydney players eager to cheer on the Aussie team. What about the 5am start next week? You bet! ⌘ Read more
Qatar stuns Switzerland to steal a point
Qatar scored late to stun Switzerland and force a draw in the FIFA World Cup. ⌘ Read more
Liberal heavyweight Jonno Duniam makes shock retirement announcement
The Tasmanian senator, 43, says he wants to spend more time with his family. ⌘ Read more
Top Haitian Security Official Kidnapped
A security expert who had recently become chief of staff to the new defense minister was abducted, the latest example of violence gripping the country. ⌘ Read more
Lifeguard reveals moment he saw shark attack victim dragged underwater
Off-duty lifeguard Charlie Verco revealed the moment he saw a woman get dragged underwater by a shark at Coogee Beach in Sydney yesterday. ⌘ Read more
Lifeguard reveals moment he saw shark attack victim dragged underwater
Off-duty lifeguard Charlie Verco revealed the moment he saw a woman get dragged underwater by a shark at Coogee Beach in Sydney yesterday. ⌘ Read more
5 Children Are Killed After Van and S.U.V. Collide in Rural Ontario
The children — four girls and one boy — were among 10 people in the van at the time of the crash. An infant was seriously injured, the police said. ⌘ Read more
5 Children Are Killed After Van and S.U.V. Collide in Rural Ontario
The children — four girls and one boy — were among 10 people in the van at the time of the crash. An infant was seriously injured, the police said. ⌘ Read more
Bondi terror attack victims to be honoured in permanent memorial
The 15 victims of the Bondi terror attack are set to be honoured in a permanent memorial, the NSW Government has announced. ⌘ Read more
Sydney beaches closed after horror shark attack
Beaches across Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs will be closed today after a woman was mauled by a shark on Coogee Beach yesterday. ⌘ Read more
Driver on run after crash in drive-through
A Gold Coast driver is on the run after crashing into another car in a road rage incident at a drive-through. ⌘ Read more
Take The Age quiz
Test your knowledge of Melbourne and Victoria with Stephen Brook’s quiz. ⌘ Read more
Scientists Race to Test Treatments as Ebola Outbreak Widens
Trials are beginning on several drugs that have shown promise in preliminary studies against the virus that is causing the current outbreak. ⌘ Read more
Short-term rental crackdown sparks housing row on Sydney’s most famous beach
Short-term rental rules across Australia’s most internationally recognised beachside strips could be overhauled in a move to ease a housing crisis gripping Sydney. ⌘ Read more
Language learning is the gift we must give our children
Learning a second language comes with cognitive and societal benefits, yet Australian students are abandoning language studies. ⌘ Read more
Instant offers and $20,000 sweeteners: The battle to keep these subjects in NSW schools
Research consistently points to broader cognitive benefits of learning a foreign language but last year just over 250 public school students were in Japanese beginners. ⌘ Read more
The common but deadly virus most pregnant women have never heard of
Pregnant women with young children are at high risk of infection. There are three simple things that can reduce the risk in unborn babies. ⌘ Read more
Six thousand students, 1000 places. Competition has never been tougher for Melbourne’s best schools
Many families are turning to tutors before the select-entry schools exam. But educators say a revamped test will ensure it is fair. ⌘ Read more
‘It’s a bloody good life, and cheap’: Where? On a riverboat in France
Can you escape the rat race and live an endless summer? These two Aussies are doing it. ⌘ Read more
With a Deal Seemingly Close, the U.S. Faces an Iran More Willing to Withstand Pressure
Iran’s new, more militaristic leaders have already survived the worst that America and Israel can deliver, and seem readier to take risks. ⌘ Read more
Scientists Race to Test Treatments as Ebola Outbreak Widens
Trials are beginning on several drugs that have shown promise in preliminary studies against the virus that is causing the current outbreak. ⌘ Read more
At the Canadian Screen Awards, the Industry Steps Outside Hollywood’s Shadow
No longer content with being just “Hollywood North,” the Canadian screen industry is asserting itself and telling its own stories. ⌘ Read more
At the Canadian Screen Awards, the Industry Steps Outside Hollywood’s Shadow
No longer content with being just “Hollywood North,” the Canadian screen industry is asserting itself and telling its own stories. ⌘ Read more
Red tape blocks 20,000 South West homes as WA housing shortage bites
A housing precinct expected to deliver up to 20,000 homes in WA’s South West region is still yet to receive the development green light from the state government, despite the project launching a decade ago. ⌘ Read more
A Tren de Aragua Leader Is Killed in a Joint Strike, U.S. and Venezuela Say
A strike this week in Venezuela killed a gang leader known as Niño Guerrero who was wanted in the United States, officials in both countries said. ⌘ Read more
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With a Deal Seemingly Close, the U.S. Faces an Iran More Willing to Withstand Pressure
Iran’s new, more militaristic leaders have already survived the worst that America and Israel can deliver, and seem readier to take risks. ⌘ Read more
What to Know About the Ebola Outbreak
Aid agencies are racing to help health workers in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The virus is known to have killed at least 140 people, but the true toll may be far higher. ⌘ Read more
At the Canadian Screen Awards, the Industry Steps Outside Hollywood’s Shadow
No longer content with being just “Hollywood North,” the Canadian screen industry is asserting itself and telling its own stories. ⌘ Read more
With a Deal Seemingly Close, the U.S. Faces an Iran More Willing to Withstand Pressure
The war has produced regime change, but Iran’s new leaders are more willing to take risks and believe they have already absorbed the worst that America and Israel can deliver. ⌘ Read more
Superquiz, Sunday, June 14
Trivia buffs, test your knowledge with today’s interactive superquiz. ⌘ Read more
The Scientific Quest for Perfect World Cup Pitch
Every match must be played on natural grass that gives players as consistent a surface as possible, no matter the venue. Cue the years of sod studies. ⌘ Read more
What to Know About the Ebola Outbreak
Aid agencies are racing to help health workers in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The virus is known to have killed at least 140 people, but the true toll may be far higher. ⌘ Read more
Should Switzerland Cap Its Population at 10 Million? Voters Will Decide.
One of the world’s richest countries is about to hold a referendum on a measure that would curb migration and most likely the economy. It is being sold in warm tones. ⌘ Read more
The Scientific Quest for Perfect World Cup Pitch
Every match must be played on natural grass that gives players as consistent a surface as possible, no matter the venue. Cue the years of sod studies. ⌘ Read more
At the Canadian Screen Awards, the Industry Steps Outside Hollywood’s Shadow
No longer content with being just “Hollywood North,” the Canadian screen industry is asserting itself and telling its own stories. ⌘ Read more