Wednesday's news

24 Apr 2013

Hackers took over the Associated Press Twitter account last night, tweeting fake information about a bomb blast. In other news, France has legalised gay marriage with a comfortable 331-225 vote.

Hackers take over Associated Press

Hackers took control of the Associated Press Twitter account, sending out fake messages about two explosions in the White House, claiming President Obama was seriously injured. The tweets briefly sent the US financial markets into chaos. The Syrian Electronic Army has claimed responsibility for the hack. ABC News has the details.

Students losing knowledge

On the eve of Anzac Day, teachers around the country are warning that children are growing up not knowing what Anzac Day is about and knowing little about Australia’s military history. Nearly two thirds of respondents in an online survey agreed that military history should be taught more in schools. Read more.

Gonski negotiations continue

NSW has become the first state to sign on to the Prime Minister’s school-funding overhaul. Attention is now focused on the other states and territories to see how many will sign on. The two major oppositions are Western Australia and the Northern Territory. ABC News has more details.

Mosman woman’s death suspicious

Police are treating the death of 32-year-old Mosman woman Kate Malonyay as suspicious, believing she may have been dead for several days before her body was discovered. Paramedics arrived at her apartment after her employer raised the alarm. Sydney Morning Herald has the full story.

Gruesome murders of Victorian couple

A 35-year-old man has been arrested following the murders of Bill and Pauline Thomas at their home in country Victoria. Police have confirmed that there was evidence of extreme violence and that the crime scene is complicated. Nine News has the details.

Injuries after French embassy bombed

The French embassy in Libya was hit by a car bomb, wounding two guards and causing extensive damage. The impact also damaged two nearby villas. Sky News has the full story.

France legalises gay marriage

After an intense national debate and protests flooding the streets of Paris, France has legalised gay marriage. The measure passed easily, 331-225. Read more.