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- The Conversation
From bean-counters to cyber-sleuths: how accountants are a frontline defence against online crime
As the keepers of sensitive data, tax records and payroll information, accountants play a key role in protecting businesses from cybercrime.
South China Morning PostJack Ma makes rare speech at Ant Group's 20th anniversary, predicts AI-driven future
Jack Ma, the founder of Alibaba Group Holding, gave a rare public speech at the 20th anniversary of the company's fintech affiliate Ant Group, saying he had faith in the "next 20 years of Ant" and expects "more miracles", according to Chinese media reports and people who were there. Ma's attendance at the evening event on Sunday was the first time he had addressed Ant since it withdrew its mega initial public offering (IPO) in Hong Kong and Shanghai in November 2020. Early last year, the Chinese
- Yahoo Finance AU
NAB to dump passwords in major internet banking change: 'Balance between security and usability'
The major bank plans to get rid of passwords for internet banking within the next five years.
- Yahoo Lifestyle
Prince William and Kate Middleton ready to skip royal Christmas amid feud with Camilla's son
Prince William may be set to miss Christmas with his father thanks to a feud with Queen Camilla's son. Read more.
- HuffPost
Trump Leveled This Condescending Remark At A Female Journalist — And Experts Have Thoughts
The president-elect made the startling remark to veteran journalist Kristen Welker during a wide-ranging sit-down interview on "Meet the Press."
- BuzzFeed
I Was Having Sex With An Old Hookup. Midway Through, I Discovered He Was A Trump Supporter.
"I finally asked, 'You’re not voting for Donald Trump, are you?' A smile spread across his face."
- Cosmo
Pippa Middleton steals the Royal carol service spotlight with a new bob haircut
Pippa Middleton attends the Royal Christmas service with a new haircut. Her short look couldn't be any more different to her sister, Kate's trademark style.
- The Daily Beast
Trump Sends Warning Shot to Putin as He Hails That ‘Assad is Gone’
With the regime of his Syrian ally Bashar al-Assad toppled in Damascus, Russian leader Vladimir Putin received a public warning from President-elect Donald Trump, who urged him to agree to a ceasefire with Ukraine before the conflict there becomes “far worse.” “Assad is gone,” Trump wrote, in an early Sunday morning post on Truth Social. “He has fled his country. His protector, Russia, Russia, Russia, led by Vladimir Putin, was not interested in protecting him any longer. There was no reason for
- CNN
Syrian rebel leader’s victory speech holds a message for Iran – and for Trump and Israel too
Abu Mohammad al-Jolani’s road to Damascus has been long. He has talked openly about his change along the way. From young al Qaeda fighter two decades ago, to rebel commander espousing sectarian tolerance.
- Australian Associated Press
Jail for woman who brought golden gun into Australia
A woman who flew from Los Angeles to Australia with a golden firearm in her luggage has been jailed with a magistrate wanting to send a message to others.
- WWD
Charli XCX Embraces Dramatic Opacity in Sheer Saint Laurent Dress at Variety Hitmakers Brunch
The "Brat" music star freed the nipple in a jersey gown by Anthony Vaccarello.
- Yahoo News Australia
Bizarre but familiar sight in the middle of Aussie road brings 4WD to standstill
The driver stumbled upon a sight that's drawn crowds from all around the world before. Find out more.
- Yahoo Sport Australia
Ricky Ponting calls for Aussie hero to be axed as ICC takes action against Travis Head and Mohammed Siraj
The ICC is set to come down hard on Travis Head and Mohammed Siraj after their altercation. Read more here.
- Yahoo Sport Australia
Australia make complete mockery of Pat Cummins 'disgrace' after victory in barely two days
Pat Cummins has copped it after controversy erupted in the day-night Test match. Find out more here.
- Yahoo Finance AU
Centrelink cash boost for millions of Aussies in weeks: ‘More money in pockets’
More than one million Aussies will see a boost to their Centrelink payments from January 1.
- Yahoo News Australia
Incredibly 'rare' discovery in Aussie bush by sniffer dog: 'Like striking gold'
This extremely 'exciting' result is significant for a whole range of reasons, conservationists explain.
- Parade
Matt Damon Looks Nearly Unrecognizable Sporting New Look During Rare Casual Outing With Wife and Daughters
The actor attended an NBA game with his family.
- PA Media: UK News
British wife of ousted Syrian leader Assad ‘not welcome in the UK’, Lammy says
The Prime Minister said it was too early to say whether the Government would strip Asma Assad of her British citizenship.
- CNN
Fact check: Trump, repeating old lies on ‘Meet the Press,’ falsely claims US is the only country with birthright citizenship
President-elect Donald Trump repeated numerous false claims during an interview that aired Sunday on NBC’s “Meet the Press” – including his old lie that the US is the world’s only country with birthright citizenship.
- Yahoo Sport Australia
Indian cricket great calls out Rohit Sharma mistake amid surprise take on Travis Head incident
The India captain has been singled out after the second Test failure. Details here.