News

Could my fridge really get hacked?

Could my fridge really get hacked?

Hundreds of supermarkets recently had their fridges hacked, leading to thousands of products spoiling, but could this happen at home? Experts say many of our everyday devices are at risk

Tiny Fijian bee faces extinction

Tiny Fijian bee faces extinction

A very wee bee the size of a grain of rice was discovered just two years ago in the trees of the island nation. But researchers believe that 99 per cent have already vanished – what is happening?

VIDEOSport

Kids’ big day out at Bathurst 1000

Kids’ big day out at Bathurst 1000

Two lucky lads in lanyards soaked up the motorsports scene, saw plenty of action on track and enjoyed all the fun things for young fans to see and do when Supercars burned into Mount Panorama

Code switch star could flip for Fiji

Code switch star could flip for Fiji

Following his blockbuster finish with the Roosters in the NRL Grand Final, Marky Mark has reportedly ruled out playing for Australia in union this year. But will he switch countries in 2027?

Snakes sneak into Aussie airport

Snakes sneak into Aussie airport

Why do dozens of snakes decide to visit this central Australian airport each summer? Turns out the cool ‘human habitat’ is the perfect place for snakes to shelter from the hot, summer sun

VIDEOArts

Boy’s bird song wins hearts

Boy’s bird song wins hearts

Major Aussie artists are obsessed with the toe-tapping bird song written by an eight-year-old boy that has become a ‘little bit of a flag’ for human creativity

VIDEOSociety and Culture

Duchess speaks out for girls’ rights

Duchess speaks out for girls’ rights

Meghan Markle has shared a heartwarming home video featuring daughter Lilibet on the International Day of the Girl (October 11) while announcing new work to give more girls access to education

Aussie state swarmed by moths

Aussie state swarmed by moths

Millions of bogong moths have become lost in the bright lights of the city after being blown off course during their yearly migration – but experts say the swarm is great news for the environment

VIDEOSpace

Bold space fuel plan lifts off

Bold space fuel plan lifts off

Three lucky Australian students took to skies with researchers this week, helping test technology that could one day help us make produce fuel in space

The secret plot that fooled Hitler

The secret plot that fooled Hitler

A dumped body with a forged identity and a fake plot to invade two nations – it’s the WWII deception plot credited with saving thousands of lives. Find out how the secret was revealed

Chemicals found in our fresh food

Chemicals found in our fresh food

A new report shows some supermarket staples contain traces of pesticides. Find out which foods Aussie families stock up on each week may be tainted and how to reduce your exposure

‘Hidden’ gems in Games emblems

‘Hidden’ gems in Games emblems

The Brisbane 2032 Olympic emblems have been unveiled six years ahead of Australia’s third ever Games. What special shapes can you spot in the highly symbolic designs?

What’s on these spring holidays

What’s on these spring holidays

The sun is out, the flowers are blooming and there are a million things to do! Check out our favourite school holiday activities across the capitals this spring

VIDEOSport

Knight: Premiership poster designs

Knight: Premiership poster designs

Wharfie time or a pride of three-peat lions? Herald Sun cartoonist Mark Knight has unveiled his iconic 2026 Premiership posters. Find out how to get yours ahead of the AFL Grand Final clash

Star sprinter’s shock retirement

Star sprinter’s shock retirement

Fourth fastest Australian man in history, Rohan the “Flying Mullet” Browning, has decided to hang up his running shoes just weeks after winning gold at Glasgow. Here’s why

Ask Healthy Harold

Inside story: your body’s immunity

Inside story: your body’s immunity

Healthy Harold has listened to your Kids News poll and heads into spring break by reporting ‘live from the inside’, getting the scoop on how busy blood cells in our bodies help fight infection

VIDEOExplainers

World map more than meets the eye

World map more than meets the eye

Australia will now look bigger on the world map after the UN voted to change the way the Earth is projected into map form. Let’s take a look at maps and how they shape our world view

Devil safe and well after escapade

Devil safe and well after escapade

Mary the Tassie Devil made headlines after she escaped her enclosure and ran wild on the Gold Coast. Now the mischievous marsupial is back at home after the adventure took its toll

VIDEONews

Next stop Hollywood

Next stop Hollywood

Got a great story you want to tell? Trop Jr is back and looking for the best short films by kids from around the country. Don’t miss top tips from past winners – UPDATED

Science and Technology

Franken-tech comes alive with AI

Franken-tech comes alive with AI

Mark Knight has used a classic gothic tale to illustrate the conundrum humanity faces as AI bosses warn what the rapidly advancing technology could become capable of