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'Really extreme' global weather event leaves scientists aghast

'Really extreme' global weather event leaves scientists aghast

Few episodes related to global warming are as remarkable as this week's unusual heat over the Arctic.

  • by Peter Hannam

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Going, going, groin: Accused thief flips, trips and slips into fence

Going, going, groin: Accused thief flips, trips and slips into fence

A man's attempt to outrun a police dog in Brisbane's south came to a sudden, painful conclusion.

  • by Toby Crockford
Ardern left visibly upset by 60 Minutes interview

Ardern left visibly upset by 60 Minutes interview

Charles Wooley marvelled at her age and appearance rather than her policies, in an interview blasted for being sexist and tone-deaf.

  • by James Croot
Helicopter pilots trying to stop drownings are being distracted by drones: SLSQ

Helicopter pilots trying to stop drownings are being distracted by drones: SLSQ

Drone sightings over beaches are rising and chopper crews fear that swimmers in distress could be missed.

  • by Toby Crockford
'Day by day' battle for Gold Coast road rage victim

'Day by day' battle for Gold Coast road rage victim

The victim of a vicious road rage assault on a Queensland motorway faces a "day by day" battle to survive.

  • by Ed Jackson
Anti-tank gun found among almost 900-weapon haul

Anti-tank gun found among almost 900-weapon haul

Criminals are importing parts from overseas to make illegal weapons even more dangerous, Qld Police Commissioner Ian Stewart warns.

  • by Felicity Caldwell
Full-time median earnings grow by just 1.5 per cent

Full-time median earnings grow by just 1.5 per cent

ABS figures show up to 70 per cent of working Australians took an effective pay cut in the past year. 

  • by Eryk Bagshaw
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Why voting for an independent is usually a complete waste of time

Perhaps it started with the Australian Democrats. They told everyone in their slogan that they would "keep the bastards honest".

Amanda Vanstone
    Amanda Vanstone

    Tony Abbott's economic argument against immigration is flawed

    It appears that the former PM dozed off during some of his lectures.

    Jessica Irvine
      Jessica Irvine

      Joyce affair weakens case for secret Coalition deal

      Malcolm Turnbull's blunt insistence on keeping the coalition agreement with the Nationals secret is out of step with comparable economies. 

      Mark Kenny
        Mark Kenny
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        Read this if you don't know a thing about Australia's new Deputy Prime Minister

        Read this if you don't know a thing about Australia's new Deputy Prime Minister

        Now Michael McCormack is the leader, it remains to be seen whether the mongrel or the gentleman - or both - prevail.

        • by Tony Wright

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        Big banks in spotlight for opening round of royal commission hearings

        Big banks in spotlight for opening round of royal commission hearings

        Each of the big four banks will be put under the microscope in the opening round of hearings from the royal commission into the sector.

        • by Clancy Yeates and Sarah Danckert
        Coles workers vote up new wage deal, faces overtime test

        Coles workers vote up new wage deal, faces overtime test

        • by Patrick Hatch
        The ASX gained for a fourth day.

        ASX gains for a fourth day on banks

        • by Sarah Turner

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        When to keep a child home from school

        When to keep a child home from school

        We need simple guidelines on what constitutes the need to keep sick children home.

        • by Staff writer
        How to bust out of credit card debt

        How to bust out of credit card debt

        Psychological and practical tricks to keep you focused on clearing your debts.

        • by Caitlin Fitzsimmons

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        Queensland Reds must fix discipline issues, warns Kerevi

        Queensland Reds must fix discipline issues, warns Kerevi

        Samu Kerevi admits the Reds have discipline issues after captain Scott Higginbotham was banned for three weeks and Lukhan Tui is also in the judiciary's sights.

        • by Vince Rugari
        Sports rights bubble shows signs of bursting

        Sports rights bubble shows signs of bursting

        A soft result for EPL rights in the UK suggests the glory days are over. Cricket and tennis rights in Australia will be the next test.

        • by John McDuling