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'I'd probably be dead': Kirsty's decision at doctor's surgery saved her life
The new cervical screening test is expected to save nearly 600 lives by 2035, a new study shows.
- by Pallavi Singhal
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'Stuff of fantasy': Pell's lawyer demands charges be dumped
Defence counsel Robert Richter tells a court the witnesses who accuse George Pell of sexual abuse have no credibility.
- by Adam Cooper
Opinion
Sharemarket
Graph shows where Trump might build his other wall
While no-one is bold enough to forecast an imminent recession, a slowdown of the US economy is on the cards.
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
Opinion
Immigration
Australia’s migrant intake is already being cut
There’s a certain irony in the PM and Peter Dutton having different recollections about immigration.
- by Michael Pascoe
'Coldblooded': US woman on run accused of killing two
Lois Riess appears charming and animated, tossing her silver hair as she smiles and chats with her bar mate.
EastLink delays ahead as sky rail transporter moves in
Travel EastLink southbound? Expect big hold-ups for as massive sections of rail bridge are moved - slowly - across city.
- by Daniella Miletic
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Health
New 'super vaccines' for flu as doctors hope to cut deaths
Authorities hope improved vaccine, plus new ‘super vaccines’, will help avoid repeat of last year’s deadly flu season.
- by Liam Mannix
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Opinion & Perspectives
Students deserve respect on public transport too
We see much written about how disrespectful students are on board, when in fact the "mature" adults are just as bad.
Maverick Ko
US and allies had no choice but to act in Syria
Had they failed to act, it would have set a dangerous precedent - that use of chemical weapons has no serious consequences.
Julie Lenarz
Thunderclap over Blue Sky disclosure frightens the horses
Criticism of troubled Blue Sky centred on fees and asset overvaluation, but it was a profit downgrade that really caused worry.
Elizabeth Knight
AFL
Rioli, Puopolo out for up to six weeks
Hawthorn will be without injured stars Cyril Rioli and Paul Puopolo for up to six weeks.
- by Jon Pierik
Tigers challenge Jack Graham's one-week ban
The AFL tribunal will sit on Tuesday night after Richmond opted to challenge Jack Graham's one match suspension for striking.
- by Daniel Cherny
Politics
Treasury-Home Affairs analysis highlights economic benefits of Australia's immigration intake
The document adds a new dimension to disagreement inside the Coalition over whether Australia's 190,000 annual migration cap is to high.
- by Eryk Bagshaw and Matt Wade
Climate truce in sight as Labor warms to National Energy Guarantee
- by Nicole Hasham and Cole Latimer
World
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Business
Gender equity start-up backed by Atlassian co-founder goes global
Gemma Lloyd was once asked by a potential investor to get a hotel room with him during a meeting. Now she's raised $1 million for her jobs platform supporting women.
- by Cara Waters
Opinion
Sharemarket
The graph that shows where Donald Trump might build his other wall
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
Small business
Entertainment
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TV ratings
ABC renews Tonightly with Tom Ballard despite controversy
The show recently came under fire from Communications Minister Mitch Fifield.
- by Broede Carmody
'So bad we never put it to air': Andrew Denton reveals worst-ever guest
He's one of Australia's best interviewers. But that doesn't mean things always go to plan.
- by Broede Carmody
Lifestyle
Opinion
Sex & relationships
The biggest difference between men and women on dating sites
- by Kerri Sackville
Smarter living
Are you tough enough for Australia's hardest race?
Extreme landscapes and even more intense conditions - these runs are unforgiving.
- by Laura Hill
Opinion
Consumer rights
Buying a cheap TV online can be a false economy
Most of us love a bargain, but sometimes it’s more trouble than it’s worth.
- by Caitlin Fitzsimmons
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Sport
Simmons' 76ers fall to hot Miami Heat
Ben Simmons and his high-flying Philadelphia 76ers have crashed back to earth with a 113-103 loss to the Miami Heat in game two of their NBA playoff series.
European leagues oppose revamped FIFA World Cup plan
Top European leagues will oppose FIFA plans to add more teams and playing days at the 2022 World Cup.
