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Cookies: The Essential Online Companions & How to Fix Facebooks In-App Browser Issue - Learn about the importance of cookies for a seamless online experience and discover a simple solution to the Facebook in-app browsers cookie troubles.

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Marjorie Taylor Greenes sudden resignation from the House of Representatives, following a public dispute with Donald Trump, has sparked a range of reactions. Her departure, announced in a video where she refused to be a battered wife, comes after a public fallout with the former president, despite their previous alliance. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticized Greenes timing, highlighting her voting record on healthcare, which included support for cuts to Medicaid and reductions in Affordable Care Act tax credits. Thomas Massie expressed sadness but happiness for his friend, while Trump hinted at a possible future political career for Greene. This resignation follows Greenes...

Cookies: The Unseen Heroes of Your Online Experience - This episode delves into the importance of cookies for website functionality and personalization. A common issue with Facebooks in-app browser is discussed, where cookies arent always sent along when opening links. A simple workaround is provided: enabling links to open in your devices regular browser. The episode also guides users on how to enable cookies in various browsers, including Internet Explorer, Firefox, Google Chrome, and Mobile Safari.

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The Rugby League World Cup is set to kick off next year, featuring fourteen nations and twenty-six teams in both mens and womens competitions, along with a wheelchair division. Tonga faces a tough draw in the mens tournament, while Australia begins their campaign against New Zealand. The womens competition and wheelchair World Cup also feature eight and four teams respectively. The event aims to build on recent success and showcase talent and passion.

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Billionaire James Packer, former Crown casino owner, slams Victorian Premier Dan Andrews and regulators over stricter gambling rules, alleging theyre trying to bankrupt businesses. Packer, who sold Crown to Blackstone, expresses contempt for regulators who revoked licenses for Crown and Star Entertainment, questioning their actions. He argues that Stars behavior was worse than Crowns, despite Crown facing scrutiny for money-laundering failures. Packer also highlights the disparity between casino and pub/club conditions, despite casinos paying more taxes. Despite industry turmoil, Packer shares his personal progress in overcoming mental health and substance abuse challenges.

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Max Verstappen secured a thrilling victory at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, with Lando Norris in second and George Russell in third. The race was filled with strategic pit stops and intense battles, and the event brought celebrity glamour with Terry Crews and Lego sunglasses. The final results confirmed Verstappens dominance, leaving fans eager for the next races.

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COP30 concludes with a compromise deal, highlighting deep divisions on climate action. Despite challenges, delegates praise unity. Controversy arises as Russian delegate offends Latin American countries. EU agrees not to block final deal, despite disagreement. Summit launches voluntary initiative for climate action and calls for increased financial support for developing nations.

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Australian Government Proposes Environmental Law Changes: The government is pushing for new environmental laws, offering a concession to the Greens party by including native forest logging under proposed National Environmental Standards after a three-year transition period. Environment Minister Murray Watt urges the Greens to support the bill, highlighting the political price they paid in the last election for blocking progress. The Greens are reviewing the proposal, with environment spokeswoman Sarah Hanson-Young welcoming the offer but expressing concerns about the three-year delay. The new laws aim to improve environmental outcomes without completely ending logging, with the government confident they will pass...

Cookies: The Essential yet Misunderstood Online Components - This episode delves into the importance of cookies for website functionality and personalization. It highlights a Facebook in-app browser issue causing websites to not recognize previously set cookies. The solution? Use your devices default browser for Facebook links and adjust cookie settings in your browser or devices main settings menu.

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Amelia Hamer, a promising Liberal Party member and grandniece of former Victorian premier Sir Rupert Dick Hamer, has secured the candidate position for the seat of Malvern. She won the preselection vote held at Caulfield Race Course, outshining three other contenders, including Jacqueline Blackwell, who had the support of former federal treasurer Josh Frydenberg. Hamer, who studied at Oxford, previously ran for the federal seat of Kooyong, narrowly losing to the incumbent. This victory marks a significant milestone in her political career, positioning her as a key figure for the Liberal Party in the upcoming state election in November.

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Cookies are crucial for many website features, but can cause issues if blocked. Facebooks in-app browser may not send cookies, leading to problems. A workaround is to open links in your devices default browser. For older browsers, enabling cookies involves adjusting privacy settings. Mobile users can adjust Safari cookie settings in their devices main menu.

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Cookies: The Unseen Heroes of Your Online Experience - Discover how cookies enhance your web browsing, from remembering preferences to personalizing content. Learn about a Facebook in-app browser glitch causing login issues and how to fix it. Explore simple steps to enable cookies in various browsers for a seamless online experience.

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The Wallabies, Australias rugby team, are grappling with a challenging period following a disappointing 2025 season. Despite a historic victory over South Africa, theyve since lost eight out of ten matches, marking their first ten-loss season and a winless European tour since 1958. Issues such as inconsistent performances, concentration lapses, and poor discipline have been evident, with a lack of a consistent fly-half adding to their woes. Coach Joe Schmidt, despite a below-forty-percent win record, is set to stay until mid-next year, with Les Kiss taking over after the Nations Championship Tests.

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Tropical Cyclone Fina hits Australias Top End with damaging winds and heavy rain, causing power outages and flooding. Despite its intensity, no serious injuries or major structural damage reported. Emergency shelters opened, and cleanup efforts begin as the cyclone moves away from the coast.

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Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was arrested after attempting to tamper with his ankle monitor, potentially to escape house arrest and avoid a 27-year prison sentence for plotting a coup. The arrest was ordered by a Supreme Court justice, who also noted that other defendants in the case have fled the country. Bolsonaros lawyers expressed confusion over the arrest, while supporters and opponents gathered outside the prison.

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Cookies in the digital sense can cause frustration when websites dont remember your preferences. This issue is prevalent with the Facebook apps browser, which sometimes fails to send necessary cookies. A workaround is to enable the Links Open Externally option in Facebook app settings, directing links to your devices default browser. For other browsers, adjusting cookie settings in privacy or content settings can resolve the issue. Mobile users can enable cookies in Safari through device settings.

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Australias economy faces pressure, with a new think tank, Policy Institute Australia, advocating for a major overhaul. They propose the Treasury lead a national program to boost competition and productivity, similar to the successful National Competition Policy of the nineties. The PIAs first report reveals worsening industry concentration in key sectors, stifling innovation and growth. Worker mobility has also declined, indicating reduced competition among employers. The PIA suggests empowering the Treasury with a twenty-billion-dollar commitment to design and implement a bold pro-competition reform agenda, aiming to foster a more dynamic and competitive economic environment for Australians.

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Cookies: The Online Issue & Solutions - Discover the role of cookies in personalizing your web experience and the frustration of blocked cookies. Learn about the Facebook in-app browser glitch and how to use your devices default browser instead. Explore step-by-step guides for enabling cookies in Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Google Chrome, as well as mobile devices like iPhones and iPads.

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Dozens of serious workplace complaints, including allegations of rape and sexual assault, may be going unreported each year within Australias Parliament House due to changes in reporting methods. Senator Lidia Thorpe, who previously alleged sexual harassment, criticizes the new approach, suggesting it may hide misconduct from the public. The Parliamentary Workplace Support Service declines to provide direct comparisons of data, raising questions about accountability and transparency in the parliamentary workplace.

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AIs Potential Unfulfilled: Despite Massive Investments, Businesses Still Figuring Out AIs RoleThis podcast episode delves into the significant investments in AI, with an estimated three trillion US dollars expected to be spent on data centers in the next three years. However, the impact of AI on productivity and the economy is still uncertain. A survey of over one hundred Australian businesses revealed that many are still in the early stages of understanding AI, with nearly forty percent reporting minimal adoption. Even in firms with heavier AI use, adoption has been shallow and often employee-led. The survey also indicated that AI...

Brisbane Lions secure AFLW Grand Final spot with dominant win over Carlton, setting up rematch against North Melbourne. Ruby Svarcs career-best four goals propel Lions to victory, extending their winning streak to nine. Grand Final scheduled for November 29th at Princes Park, with North Melbourne on a 26-game unbeaten run.

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Unraveling the Blue Lake Mystery: A Geological Wonder in South Australia - This podcast episode delves into the captivating story of Mount Gambiers Blue Lake, renowned for its vivid blue color. The lakes striking hue is not due to dye or chlorine, but a result of unique geological events. As the water warms up, tiny micro-crystals form, reflecting sunlight and creating the lakes stunning cobalt hue. This transformation lasts from late November to February, after which the lake turns steely grey due to a complete turnover and changing sunlight angle. The Blue Lake also serves as Mount Gambiers drinking water...

Australias Climate Change Minister, Chris Bowen, secures a key leadership role at COP31, despite the hosting rights going to Turkey. Senior cabinet colleague, Trade Minister Don Farrell, assures Bowens loyalty lies with Australia, emphasizing his commitment to achieving net zero emissions. A pre-COP event in the Pacific ensures the regions voice remains central to climate discussions.

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A sixth-generation farmer from Gippsland, Australia, Ross Shaw, is revolutionizing his crops into distinctive alcoholic spirits. After producing 400 bottles each of red wheat vodka and sugar beet spirit, hes adding value to his farms produce. Despite challenges, Shaws innovative approach, including importing European seeds and hand-harvesting sugar beets, has resulted in unique flavors. Hes now planning to expand his distilling venture, focusing on whisky production, and is supported by a collaborative Australian distilling community. This farm-to-bottle spirits venture caters to the growing consumer trend for unique flavors and stories behind products.

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Tropical Cyclone Fina, a Category Three storm, wreaked havoc in Australias Top End, causing significant damage and prompting evacuations. Despite the storms intensity, which nearly matched Cyclone Tracys, no injuries were reported. The Royal Darwin Hospital, already on Code Brown due to staffing shortages, suffered a collapsed roof but all staff and patients were safely evacuated. The cleanup process has begun, emphasizing safety and restoration of normalcy.

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The Country Music Association of Australia is reevaluating its rules on AI in the Golden Guitar Awards following the submission of five AI-generated songs. The association, after deeming these tracks of poor quality, is now seeking industry input to determine a fair solution. Artists like Sara Storer and John Williamson express concerns about AIs role in music, emphasizing human effort and emotion. The CMAA is looking at guidelines from awards like the Grammys and ARIA to strike a balance between innovation and preserving human creativity.

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Timothy Smith, a man from Hobart, faces severe mobility issues due to vascular problems, leaving him paralyzed each night. Despite being on an elective surgery waitlist for years, his condition has worsened, leading to chronic back pain and a recurring leg ulcer. Tasmanias health department acknowledges the impact on his quality of life, with the elective surgery waitlist at an all-time high of 9,275 people, a 13% increase over the past year. The governments four-year plan to reduce waitlists met only three of its twenty key performance indicators, primarily by achieving the target number of surgeries. Critics argue that the government is...

The US approves sale of F-thirty-five fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, raising human rights concerns and sparking debate over Australias role in the supply chain.

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Malaysian factory MediCeram, supplying Australian glove company Ansell, fires migrant workers amid human rights abuse allegations. Workers, predominantly from Bangladesh, accuse MediCeram of wage theft, forced labor, and passport confiscation. Ansell suspends MediCeram as supplier, expressing disappointment. Deported workers seek legal action, while Ansell commits to repaying recruitment fees. Incident underscores supply chain worker conditions concerns.

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Severe Tropical Cyclone Fina, the strongest to hit Darwin since 1975, has caused significant damage and power outages in the city and surrounding areas. The cyclone, with sustained winds of 140 km/h and gusts up to 195 km/h, has led to tree falls, roof collapses, and flash flooding risks. Despite these challenges, emergency services are working to restore power and assess structural damage. The cyclone is expected to intensify and potentially impact Western Australia in the coming days, with federal support available for clean-up and financial aid.

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Tropical Cyclone Fina, a potent category three storm, is moving southwest off the Northern Territorys Top End, with its destructive core now offshore. The cyclone is expected to maintain severe status throughout Sunday, tracking through the southern Timor Sea with winds up to 195 km/h. A warning zone from Wadeye to Cape Hotham, including Tiwi Islands and Darwin, is in effect, urging residents to secure property. A watch zone from Wadeye to Troughton Island, including Kalumburu, is also in place, advising residents to prepare for potential threat increase. Fina is anticipated to weaken on Monday as it approaches the northern...

Bree Walker secures third place in monobob test event, narrowly missing the lead; Laura Nolte wins, showcasing improved start times; Kaysha Love finishes second with fastest starting times; event marks a significant preview of Winter Olympics competition on the newly rebuilt Eugenio Monti track.

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Severe Tropical Cyclone Fina, a powerful category three storm, has moved away from Darwin, reducing the immediate threat to the region. The cyclone is now heading west over the open ocean, with its core no longer a direct threat to populated areas. The latest cyclone tracker maps confirm Finas trajectory away from land, suggesting a reduced risk to coastal communities in the coming hours.

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Unveiling History: A Century-Old Crematoriums Hidden Treasures - A hidden compartment in an old desk at Australias oldest crematorium, Rookwood Crematorium in Sydney, reveals a trove of historical artifacts, including maps, drawings, newspaper clippings, and a historic photograph. This discovery coincides with the crematoriums 100th anniversary, highlighting the importance of preserving historical sites and restoring its unique architectural features.

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G20 leaders unite behind climate action, open trade, despite Trumps absence; Belém Declaration endorsed for stronger fossil fuel phase-out language.

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The Wallabies, Australias national rugby team, are on the verge of a historic loss, with ten test matches lost in a single year. They face France in their final spring tour match, seeking to avoid this record. After a mixed start, theyve lost three consecutive games, leaving fans worried. The French team, known as Les Bleus, is a formidable opponent at home. The Wallabies must defy expectations to avoid this unwanted milestone.

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Archaeologist Hanin Al-Amassi leads a mission to rescue ancient manuscripts from the ruins of Gazas Omari Mosque, a cultural icon destroyed in recent conflicts. Despite limited resources, her team recovers 36 precious documents, dating back 500-700 years, from the mosques library, once the third-largest in Palestine. The teams digital archives preserve Gazas intellectual heritage for future generations.

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Former President Trump suggests military strikes in Mexico to combat drug trafficking, sparking debate and concern. The US has already conducted airstrikes on suspected drug trafficking vessels, with eighty-three fatalities reported. The Trump administration is considering deploying troops and CIA officers into Mexico, while Mexican President Sheinbaum rejects the idea. Public opinion polls show growing support for US military action against cartels, highlighting the complex nature of cross-border efforts to combat drug trafficking.

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Stirring Up Christmas Traditions: A Heartwarming Holiday Kitchen Experience - This podcast episode delves into the centuries-old tradition of stirring up Christmas puddings, a delightful way to kick off the holiday season. Families gather in the kitchen, mixing ingredients, making wishes, and creating lasting memories. Renowned chefs and home cooks share their special recipes, from Christmas cakes to fruit mince mix for mince pies. Join in this cherished tradition to stir up some Christmas magic this year.

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Australia introduces groundbreaking social media ban for under-16s, set to launch on December tenth. Tech platforms must deactivate existing accounts and prevent new sign-ups until users reach sixteen. Non-compliance may result in hefty fines. Initial list of affected services includes Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, X, YouTube, Reddit, Twitch, and Kick. Age verification methods vary per platform, with Meta keeping its approach secret. Under-16s can download content, put accounts on hold, or delete them. Snapchat estimates around four hundred and forty thousand users may be affected. Appeals process available for wrongly banned over-sixteen users.

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