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Australian farmers are not happy with what’s happening and they are taking it out. More and more farmers are turning to social media to aid their cause. Just as corporations use social media for their promotions, Australian farmers are learning their value in terms of defending their livelihood and challenging their opponents.

Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper signed himself to history when he approved several measures legalizing marijuana. The governor took the first steps in implementing marijuana in the state making Colorado the first potential legal pot market for adults in the world. Colorado will become the first place to have legal, regulated and taxed marijuana.

Labor says the deal made between major parties regarding electoral funding is not going as expected. Coalition backbenchers told ABC that some members of the party are not happy about the electoral deal – measures are not going smoothly.

Apple AAPL +0.8% CEO Tim Cook promised investors will come up with “several more game changers,” but investors are not convinced. Apple seems to continue losing the confidence of the company’s backers and it could be a big problem for Mr. Cook.

Apple CEO Tim Cook hinted that the company is looking to produce more wearable computing devices. Following the release of Google Glass, the interest of wearable gadgets has increased. Can these be the game changer that the company is looking for?

Walking Dead created a zombie fan base unlike any other. But the recent claims of a man diagnosed with a rare brain disorder give new light to the existence of zombies. Is it possible that someone is actually part zombie?

Prime Minister Gillard came to the government’s defense following the discovery of funding records for Australia’s intelligence agencies. Four Corners previously reported that the cyber attack launched by Chinese hackers also targeted ASIO.

Top ranking Catholic official Cardinal George Pell faced the Victorian Parliament yesterday afternoon to answer sexual child abuse queries. The cardinal admitted to the committee that the Church indeed tried covering up the scandal and that members of the clergy were involved.

Leonardo DiCaprio is familiar with mingling with the stars but this time, he is in for a different kind. The Great Gatsby actor will board the Virgin Galactic for a trip across space. The recent Cannes Film Festival revealed that a bidder just paid 1.2 million euros (US$1.5 million) to be Di Caprio’s travel partner.

It may be too early to pinpoint what Amazon is doing but ongoing rumors suggest the web-based retail giant is planning on competing with the web giant Google. It may not just be Google – Amazon’s plans seem to incorporate everything from Walmart to Facebook and Yahoo.

Sydney Archbishop George Pell will be facing the Vatican parliamentary today on child abuse sex inquiry. Victorian Premier Denis Napthine says the archbishop should be honest to the committee. Archbishop Pell should be apologetic and frank, Napthine added.

HTC has been a leading player in the U.S. smartphone market competing comparatively well against Apple throughout the years. Yet with the increasing dominance of Samsung and the growing competition between the company and Apple, the Taiwan-based HTC Corp is in for quite a stumble. Will the latest bump be a temporary slump or is HTC losing ground against Samsung and Apple?

It will be a “Black and White Tack” for the new Apple iOS 7. Users can expect a completely different look, feel and texture for the upcoming iOS. While the new Apple system is creating hype, rumored features still lack exclusivity, experts say. A

Tony Abbott is gunning for Australia’s next Prime Minister Position and former Federal Treasurer Peter Costello believes he can win. Abbott faces stiff competition from current PM Julia Gillard but Costello thinks otherwise – even if Abbott strips naked Costello believes he can win.

The terrorist scare has gone up the scale for the last several years. From the Boston Marathon bombing to Woolwich killing and other suicide bomb incidents, terrorism is a primary concern for many governments. In its bid to curtail and prevent terrorism and related attacks, the Australian Government publication released a new list of readily available ingredients and chemicals that can be used for improvised explosives.

The British soldier hacked to death in the streets of Woolwich has been identified. Lee Rigby was a 25-year-old father. He went to war in Afghanistan and fought the Talibans according to the Ministry of Defense.

Hundreds of Ford workers in Australia were in shock as the company announced its plan to shut down operations by October 2016. As the news broke out, hundreds of workers were devastated. It did not matter whether they worked there since three decades back – people will lose their jobs in three years time.

Armed with meat cleaver and knives, two young mean hacked a young soldier in Woolwich to death. The video of a young man waving a blooded knife and cleaver caused uproar in what Prime Minister David Cameron slammed as a possible terrorist attack.

FBI authorities shot dead a Chechen immigrant after he attempted to strike an agent with knife while being questioned. Ibragim Todashev is under FBI inquiry after being linked to the Boston Marathon Bombing. Authorities gunned down 27-year-old Todashev in his Orlando home.

The State Liberals want ABC and SBS privatized and Tony Abbott is at the receiving end. State Liberals want Abbott to privatize the two companies should he win on September 14. The interest on ABC and SBS remains high despite issues of noncompliance with their charters.

Justin Bieber took the stage at the Billboard Music Awards four times – thrice he pulled off successfully and one he received a rain of boos. His "#thatPOWER" and “Believe” performance went by flawlessly. People even cheered him while he received the Top Male Artist Award. Why did the crowd at the MGM grand arena booed Bieber while winning the first-ever Milestone Award?

Former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd had a change of heart. Previously in opposition of same-sex marriage, Rudd announced his support for gay marriage explaining his decision was part of his personal journey. He also denied claims that he was only gunning for political points upon his announcement.

Can Google glass compete with smart phones or it will be a big a failure? There is no verdict yet on the device but it will definitely not have smooth sailing ride.

There is no runaway winner for this year’s federal election as poll show the country is split on Prime Minister Support. While many Australians show strong support for the federal coalition, recent polls reveal that they are still divided on who should lead the country all together.

At this week’s Google I/O conference, Google introduced low-key but significant upgrades in its Gmail and Google Plus platforms. The goal is to provide users with a more uniform and consistent approach. These will help build efficiency and improve overall performance.

Australian choreographer Wade Robson claimed the King of Pop sexually abused him. In a TV interview, Robson said the singer “touched” him for seven years. The choreographer’s statement goes against his testimony in 2005 about Jackson’s innocence on sexual abuse.

Human cloning may not be as far off as people think. Recent stem cell milestone allowed scientists to remove one hindering factor to duplicating humans. They can now generate embryos without needing fertilisation.

With the release of the Samsung Galaxy S4, Android claims the title as the world’s leading mobile system.

Following her announcement of the fiscal gap, Prime Minister Julian Gillard appeared emotional in front of the parliament after introducing the DisbabilityCare levy. Choking back her tears, the prime minister presented the bill that can raise Medical levy up to 2 percent. Contrary to the previous news she broke before, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) issue is one that hits a soft spot on Gillard.