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Steve Bannon, chief strategist for Trump has been named a permanent member of the NSC.

Trump error should send a shiver down spine of everyone

ANALYSIS

President Donald Trump speaks on the phone with Prime Minister of Australia Malcolm Turnbull in the Oval Office of the ...

Trump's mess a once-in-a-century opportunity for Aus

COMMENT

Checking email constantly can have a negative impact on an individual's input at work.

The out-of-office reply that will change your work email forever

COMMENT
1 hr ago

US President Donald Trump speaks.

Acting US attorney general fired by Donald Trump

BREAKING
5 mins ago

Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull and Minister for Immigration Peter Dutton at a press conference in Canberra on Monday.

Beware, Malcolm: seven times National Press Club speeches backfired

Jackson Pollock's <i>Blue Poles</i> has returned from London, its first overseas trip since 1998.

'It's finally back': Blue Poles returns to the National Gallery

1 hr ago

Obama breaks silence to back Trump protests

Banned asbestos is still making it past customs officials: senate inquiry

Art thief carried off $141 million haul with 'disturbing ease'

ACT has third highest rate of staph infections, but has made progress

1 hr ago

'Hottest places in hell': Ex-US ambassador to Australia attacks Trump

An artist's impression of SHL's plans for the block on the corner of Ainslie Avenue and Cooyong Street, in the city.

Cooyong Street apartment building 'completely unacceptable': Greens

<i>Lateline</i> host Emma Alberici.

Lateline returns, but without Tony Jones and Emma Alberici

An artist's impression of Saccorhytus, based on fossil finds.

Huge mouth, no anus: our oldest human ancestor was really weird

The Loakes that changed one writer's outlook on footwear forever.

The case for buying a $600 pair of shoes... it could save you money

Peter Capaldi is stepping down as The Doctor.

The Doctor is out: Peter Capaldi to quit Dr Who

43 mins ago

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NSW Young Liberals meeting disrupted by men in KKK hoods

Female athlete with white headphones and mobile phone attached to her arm stretching after jogging session. CITYFIT

Music to your feet: The best tunes to get you exercising

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How to get a good night sleep when it's so damn hot

After 19,032 days straight, record running streak ...

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Walled-in democracy: who'll champion Parliament ...

1:34PM

Six Nations is brilliant as it is - so stop ...

1:13PM

Tash Sultana has been named as part of Groovin The Moo's 2017 lineup

Groovin The Moo lineup announced

Latham residents get lucky as fire comes within 50m of homes

'Flash in the pan': radical Greens faction meets in Canberra

Canberra brothers Donnie, 8, and Ethan Hart, 12, have started their own fashion label, Yo Funky.

Young Canberra brothers launch clothing label

The number of nights ACT juvenile offenders spent in custody has fallen drastically in the past few years.

Cost of jailing a juvenile in the ACT soars to nearly $6000 per night

The Australian Federal Police will be able to track the movement of suspects on Canberra's light rail system without a ...

Police to access MyWay data from light rail

Owner of The Corner Takeaway at Queanbeyan, Steve Salmon. The shop has not had any potato scallops since October.

'We can't get any': the ACT potato scallop shortage of 2017

The truck was engulfed in flames following the crash.

Traffic backed up 12km after fiery truck crash on M1

NSW

An artists' impression of the proposed 19-storey Jardino tower at Brisbane's Kangaroo Point.

Leaning tower of Brisbane seeks council approval

QLD

Ron Medich arrives at King Street Supreme Court on Monday to face trial.

McGurk killed after 'making a fool' of developer: court

NSW

The shirtless youths on the roof of the Wacol detention centre.

Youths on roof as detention centre worker hurt

QLD
43 mins ago

It is hoped hundreds of public servants will finally move to office space in Woden in a couple of weeks.

ACT Health public servants to move to Woden in weeks

Rosco McGlashan plans to become the world's fastest man are in jeopardy.

Tax man puts brakes on Australia's bid for land speed glory

The federal government's child support payment system is emerging as the scene of the latest Commonwealth tech wreck.

Child support system the latest govt tech-wreck

Prime Minister Julia Gillard announces the September 14 election date at the National Press Club of Australia on 30 ...

Beware, Malcolm: seven times Press Club speeches backfired

Adam Gartrell

Turnbull claims deal with Trump on Australian dual-nationals

Tom McIlroy

Shorten warns Australia could become 'unskilled enclave'

James Massola

Treasurer Scott Morrison and Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull.

Cutting company tax won't drive investment: Australia Institute

EXCLUSIVE

Two men dressed in white hoods and white linen interrupted the Young Liberal council meeting in Sydney.

Young Libs meeting shut down by men in Ku Klux Klan hoods

Former US ambassador to Australia Jeffrey Bleich is concerned about America's reputation.

'Hottest places in hell' for neutral: Former US Ambassador unleashes

Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull and Minister for Immigration Peter Dutton at a press conference in Canberra on Monday.

Refugee deal brings silence from PM on Trump's travel ban

ANALYSIS
Mark Kenny

US President Donald Trump speaks.

US attorney general: Justice Department won't defend refugee ban

BREAKING
5 mins ago

Olga Irisova, senior editor at Intersection Project.

How the West is blind to Russian propaganda today

ANALYSIS
Chris Zappone

An Iranian missile that state media says is a Sejil 2 surface-to-surface missile in front of a banner with a picture of ...

Iran accused of testing ballistic missile

Idrees Ali

Steve Bannon, chief strategist for Trump has been named a permanent member of the NSC.

The danger of Steve Bannon on the National Security Council

ANALYSIS

Campaigners claim American democracy will win if citizens act against US President Donald Trump's edict blocking ...

Saying no to America: It's time to take a stand

Jenna Price

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The latest cartoons from David Pope

"Conscientious objectors" – from celebrants to cake bakers – want the right to refuse to provide their services to ...

Why businesses should be allowed to boycott gay weddings

COMMENT
Joel Meares

The improvement in commodity prices is expected to feed through to other sectors.

Company profit season tipped to be best since GFC

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Markets Live: Speed bump for Trump rally

Live
Jens Meyer
1 hr ago

If your colleagues don't say "Good morning" when you arrive or "Have a great night" on their way out, then they may be ...

12 subtle signs that your coworkers hate you

35 mins ago

Peter Gregg is accused of falsifying documents when working for Leighton Holdings in relation to payments worth $15 million.

Ex-Leighton exec in court over payments

1 hr ago

Low-priced IVF competition sends Virtus shares tumbling

1 hr ago

Wall St falls as 'reckless' Trump turns into stockmarket villain

Aurizon flags $321m earnings hit

Fortescue on track to meet full-year guidance

1 hr ago

Mortgage Choice research shows single women are outpacing men as first home buyers.

What growing mortgage applications tell us about the ACT market

Batemans Bay property values are expected to surge over the coming years.

Batemans Bay expected to experience surge in house prices

Pablo Picasso's final home was listed for $US200 million (about $265 million).

Buyer finally found for Pablo Picasso's $200m mansion

1 hr ago

The endless investing in household gadgets doesn't always make life easier.

12 home products that aren't worth your money

Canberra Domain Allhomes. 45 Stockdale Street, Dickson. Stockdale45. January 28, 2017.

The Dickson terrace homes that look to the future

The Loakes that changed one writer's outlook on footwear forever.

Are expensive shoes worth it? Here's why I changed my mind

Men's Shoes

Break the monotony of looking good by taking some sartorial risks.

Eight simple fashion hacks to update your style in a flash

Men's Style

Dennis Reddy is working on clearing a $6000 debt on his credit card.

Zero-interest balance transfer cards can have sting

John Collett

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Childcare is expensive, but not working costs more

Georgina Dent

Can they get rid of him?

Aussie entrepreneurs hit by Trump travel ban

If you can't remember the last good day you've had at work, it might be time to seriously consider quitting.

A super change that helps small business

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Nadal downs Raonic to enter semi-finals

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Trump could reopen CIA 'black site' prisons

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Usain Bolt stripped of Olympic medal

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2017 Australian of the Year: Alan Mackay-Sim

A hippopotamus dives in its pool at the zoo in Berlin, Germany.

World of Photos

Sherlock

Brand new season of Sherlock now streaming, Only on Stan.

Stan - Billions

Binge every episode of Billions before the brand new season - 20th Feb

Understanding your toddler's fine motor skills

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The business rules of attraction

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Wander through ancient landscapes in WA

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Lateline will return, but without regular hosts Emma Alberici and Tony Jones.

Lateline is back, but where are Tony and Emma?

Karl Quinn

Peter Capaldi is stepping down as The Doctor.

The Doctor is out: Peter Capaldi to quit Doctor Who

Nathanael Cooper
43 mins ago

Nicole Kidman arrives at the 23rd annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall on Sunday, Jan. ...

Time for the haters to reassess: Nicole Kidman really can act

COMMENT
Garry Maddox
17 mins ago

Chris and Grant, the gay couple on Seven's reality series Bride & Prejudice.

Why would anyone want to go on Bride & Prejudice?

COMMENT
Karl Quinn

Kris Smith, the newest <i>I'm a Celebrity</i> arrival.

Wait, why is Kris Smith on our telly?

Michael Lallo

'Angry, angry man': Contestant Tyson is shaping up to be a villain on this year's season of My Kitchen Rules.

MKR villain Tyson shocks while Kyle and Bek go in for the kiss

Michael Lallo

Mahershala Ali accepts the award for outstanding performance by a male actor in a supporting role for <i>Moonlight</i> ...

'I'm a Muslim': Moonlight actor's SAG speech hits home

Michael Idato

Madness: George Miller.

George Miller lashes 'surreal and nuts' Muslim ban

Garry Maddox

Tash Sultana has been named as part of Groovin The Moo's 2017 lineup

Groovin The Moo to bring two of Hottest 100's top-3 to Canberra

Current Pulp Kitchen owners Nathan Brown and Dan Giordani at the Ainslie restaurant.

New look and new ownership for Ainslie's Pulp Kitchen

Canberra brothers Donnie, 8, and Ethan Hart, 12, have started their own fashion label, Yo Funky.

Canberra pre-teen brothers launch new clothing label

NSW Minister for Women Tanya Davies

The new NSW Minister for Women is 'personally pro-life'. That's not good enough

COMMENT
Jenny Noyes
47 mins ago

In the past two months Lauren Duca has gone from a relatively obscure freelance journalist to a national newsmaker

How Lauren Duca went from freelancer to national newsmaker

Rachel Dodes

Evan Rachel Wood (R) and Zach Villa of Rebel and a Basketcase attend The 23rd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at The ...

Evan Rachel Wood engaged to musician boyfriend Zach Villa

Maria Puente

Ariane Beeston prepares for her nude experience at the Art Gallery of NSW.

Going nude at the art gallery is something I'll never forget

Ariane Beeston

The Hadid sisters at the #NoBanNoWall protest in NYC.

Gigi and Bella Hadid join NYC demonstrators

She has given little indication of how much she intends to embrace the life of a public figure.

Where's Melania? A quiet start for a reluctant first lady

Krissah Thompson

Nicole Kidman at the Screen Actors Guild Awards in Los Angeles this week.

Sequins, metallics and ... political statements on SAGs red carpet

Amy Croffey

The Shane Warne foundation closed last year after it was revealed it was only donating 16 per cent of its income.

Celebrity charities just compete with all other charities – so why start one?

Margaret Faulkner and Cathy Nguyen

Eating breakfast is one of four easy habits that may prevent middle-age spread.

Four simple habits to prevent middle-age spread

Sarah Berry

Can you stop at a little?

The eating disorder more common than anorexia, bulimia

Evelyn Lewin

Turning our attention to our mind can improve our physical performance.

To get more out of your body, it may help to focus on your mind

Fred Bowen

Kylie Kwong's stir-fried Hokkien noodles with chicken, chilli and coriander.

Kylie Kwong's Hokkien noodles with chicken, chilli and coriander

Mix it up: a healthy lunchbox will include a mix of low-GI carbs, protein and healthy fats.

Healthy school lunches that your children will actually eat

Elpax will deliver healthy lunches three days a week all over Canberra.

Elpax launches in Canberra with healthy lunch deliveries

Jil Hogan

Big brother Bobby re-introducing his little sister, Florence.

'Mum and Dad ****ed up': when your baby has the wrong name

One teacher made her class had a very special - and unique - back to school welcome.

Aussie teacher nails it on first day of school

The dangerous salt and ice challenge has resurfaced.

'Like severe frost bite': latest viral challenge hurting kids

Park Guell in Barcelona is one of the city's most popular attractions.

Barcelona reveals new law to keep tourists away

Hazel Plush

Exorbitant mini bar prices are one reason people are turning away from hotels.

The reason why I won't stay in hotels any more

Ben Groundwater

The US already has many barriers and checks before people can enter.

Getting into the US is already really difficult for travellers

RON NIXON
1 hr ago

pac-man

Japan's 'Father of Pac-man' dies at 91

Tim Biggs

An artist's impression of Saccorhytus, based on fossil finds.

Oldest human ancestor was really weird

Twitter said its disclosures were the first time the company had been allowed to publicly reveal the secretive orders.

Twitter reveals breadth of FBI account data requests

How the camera sees toppings on a pizza.

Camera makes pizza quality check a snap

When it comes to social media, Generation X can't look away.

Gen X biggest social media addicts

Volkswagen Group is now the highest selling car manufacturer in the world.

Which is the world's largest car maker?

Whether you’re a revhead or not, the Huracan is a joy to drive.

Lamborghini set to smash Nurburgring record

David McCowen

Honda's current hydrogen-powered FCV, which is on sale in limited overseas markets.

GM and Honda to build joint fuel cell system

Dom Tripolone

Mercedes-Benz Project One.

Is this Mercedes' F1-powered hypercar?

Drive Staff

Audi has etched 'Audi Sport' into the side panels of the R8.

Audi now offers 'tattoos' for your car

Dom Tripolone

2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe.

She Says, He Says: Mercedes-Benz GLC 250d

Daniela Intili and David McCowen

AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND - JANUARY 30: Marcus Stoinis of Australia makes a run as Lockie Ferguson of New Zealand looks on ...

Calamitous run out ends stunning Stoinis-led comeback

1 hr ago

Sam Groth says Nick Kyrgios is excited about Davis Cup.

No doubting Kyrgios's Davis Cup commitment, says Groth

Canberra United coach Rae Dower says they've earned the right to play their semi at McKellar Park.

Canberra not United about Canberra Stadium move

Great players, great men: Rafael Nadal congratulates Roger Federer on his Australian Open triumph.

It's not just Kyrgios and Tomic who could learn from legends

Cronulla fans plan to ruin the Canberra Raiders' Viking clap.

Raiders to unleash Viking clap on Sharks

Roger that: Roger Federer with the trophy on Monday.

Roger Federer, the afternoon after

Fitter: Jarryd Hayne plans to be in top form for the start of the new season.

Leaner Hayne still not the finished product

Kimberlee Green playing netball for GWS GIants in a pre-season game against Sunshine Coast.

Three teams, two codes, one goal for Green