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Top Stories What you need to know about the WikiLeaks CIA files Weeping Angel, Magical Mutt, Fine Dining and RoidRage — they're the bizarre codenames for the powerful tools the CIA has allegedly been using to break into phones, TVs and computers. But what are they and how do they work? CIA used secret loopholes to hack phones, TVs, apps: WikiLeaks The Central Intelligence Agency knew about several flaws in software made by Apple, Google and Samsung and others but did not tell the companies about them, says anti-secrecy group WikiLeaks which has obtained a top-secret trove of hacking tools used by the CIA. 'Something's gotta give': Why Trump's presidency could be short-lived Even if you're not vaguely interested in the bond market or well-versed in financial vernacular, the markets (and the peso to a degree) can be "read like tea leaves" to predict how long President Trump may last in the top job. 'Fake doctor' might have had some medical training The man who allegedly masqueraded as a doctor for more than a decade was believed to have "trained in a medical course" in India, and the qualification is a "moot point", the NSW Health Minister says. Is your daughter learning the computer skills she needs for the future? There's a technological revolution happening at the moment, but how well placed are young Australian girls to take advantage? And what's being done to ensure they're part of the scene? BBC apologises for 'misleading' portrayal of Indigenous wake The BBC apologises for misleading viewers in a documentary about the town of Wilcannia in far west New South Wales, after accusations of unethical behaviour. Michelle Guthrie says all ABC programs up for review Expect more changes, possibly to flagship programs like 7.30, Lateline and the 7pm news, ABC managing director Michelle Guthrie warns. Half a tonne of drugs disguised as protein powder found in massive haul The AFP and Border Force say the seizure of 540 kilograms of methamphetamine, found hidden in protein powder jars, is one of the 10 largest drug hauls in Australia's history. Karen Chetcuti tranquilised then set alight, court hears A man used a powerful animal tranquilliser to sedate his neighbour Karen Chetcuti before setting her alight and running her over in Whorouly in north-east Victoria last year, a court hears. Why virtual assistants are predominately female The push towards gender parity is a focus of International Women's Day, but in the pockets of millions and on desktops worldwide, other females are driving a quiet revolution that appears unstoppable. Independent review to be conducted of laws to reveal veterans' personal data The Federal Government will provide an independent privacy assessment of its bid for new powers to disclose veterans' personal information to correct deliberately misleading statements, after intense criticism from lawyers and sections of the defence community. Ticketmaster defends resale website as Peter Garrett calls for scalping crackdown Event sales company Ticketmaster defends its resale website, which has been used by scalpers to market inflated-price tickets to events such as Justin Bieber's Brisbane concert and Midnight Oil's reunion tour, as Midnight Oil frontman Peter Garrett calls for law changes. Meet one of Australia's smartest kids heading to Boston's MIT Josh Marsh, one of Australia's smartest students, will soon leave Tully in far north Queensland for a prestigious MIT research program. ATO can't be blamed for Centrelink's debt recovery failings: officials The Australian Tax Office seeks to distance itself from Centrelink's controversial debt recovery program, telling a Senate inquiry it cannot be held accountable for how its data is used. Children without vaccinations being refused medical care: study One in six unvaccinated Australian children are being turned away for medical treatment because their immunisation is not up-to-date, a survey finds. WA Premier unaware stadium footbridge would be built overseas Colin Barnett admits his cabinet was unaware a $61-million footbridge to Perth's new sports stadium would have to largely be built overseas when it signed off on the design. House concerts becoming more popular across Australia More people are opting to host international musicians in the comfort of their own homes. Analysis and Opinion: The Drum No clear Liberal message as election frustration mounts By Andrew O'Connor First home buyer tax breaks won't help affordability By business reporter Michael Janda How is Australia's relationship with Moscow? 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