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'I never lost hope': Anwar Ibrahim's first interview on the eve of his freedom
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'I never lost hope': Anwar Ibrahim's first interview on the eve of his freedom

The man who has led Malaysia's "reformasi" movement for 20 years cautioned his countrymen and women, saying "one election does not a democracy make".

  • by James Massola

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China's freeze on Australia thaws as minister blows in

China's freeze on Australia thaws as minister blows in

Ciobo is the first Australian minister to be invited to visit China this year, and he will be talking trade and AFL.

  • by Kirsty Needham
Sydney's Domain is about to be taken over by a ski ramp

Sydney's Domain is about to be taken over by a ski ramp

When Shaun White was choosing the next location to park his 16 storey-high, ramp, the Harbour City was a no-brainer.

  • by Amy Croffey
Goodbye sickies - scientists claim they've cured the cold

Goodbye sickies - scientists claim they've cured the cold

It's a condition that has no cure, except perhaps a box of tissues and hot herbal tea. But this could soon change. 

  • by Aisha Dow & Agencies
Man tries to rob kids at gunpoint. A mum stepped in

Man tries to rob kids at gunpoint. A mum stepped in

When the gunman approached a group of children and their mothers in Brazil, he didn't expect one to be an off-duty cop.

  • by Amanda Erickson
A grotesque spectacle and a Trump Square in Jerusalem
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A grotesque spectacle and a Trump Square in Jerusalem

Images of dead Palestinians with Ivanka Trump smiling in Jerusalem tell us a lot about America's relationship with Israel.

  • by Michelle Goldberg
$1 million reward offered to solve 'horrible' 1974 murder

$1 million reward offered to solve 'horrible' 1974 murder

It's only the second time in history a seven-figure reward has been offered in the latest bid to solve the grisly slaying.

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'Rich whingers' haven't got it as bad as Scott Morrison lets on

Trickster politicians are always trying to divert our attention away from some embarrassing stuff-up. 

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    Palestine: international community has failed in its stated mission

    Viewed from Palestine, it’s hard to disagree that we’ve perhaps seen one of the most inflammatory weeks in recent memory.

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      Exhaustion, missing family commitments told Smith it was time

      After each Origin game in 2017, Cameron Smith found himself laying on the bed at home feeling exhaustion he had never experienced before.

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        Former Finance secretary says budget lacks courage to make needed reforms

        Former Finance secretary says budget lacks courage to make needed reforms

        The former head of the Department of Finance has lashed the Turnbull government's third budget for lacking the guts to undertake real reform.

        • by Eryk Bagshaw

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        The heads keep rolling in the murky world of super
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        The heads keep rolling in the murky world of super

        A fund which owns some of the nation's biggest pieces of infrastructure is the focus of a storm after three directors depart the board.

        • by Adele Ferguson

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        Daniel Johns admits self-medication with booze led to public breakdown

        Daniel Johns admits self-medication with booze led to public breakdown

        The musician and former Silverchair frontman talked about his years-long struggle with anxiety in a revealing sit-down with Andrew Denton.

        • by Karl Quinn
        Smith Street Band singer speaks out on toll of live music sex pests

        Smith Street Band singer speaks out on toll of live music sex pests

        "When something like this happens I lie awake all night blaming myself."

        • by Broede Carmody

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        How taxpayers can make the most of the budget
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        How taxpayers can make the most of the budget

        Should you delay or bring forward your tax deductions?

        • by Melissa Browne
        The best way to get your mate up off the couch and running

        The best way to get your mate up off the couch and running

        Running is a great solo sport, but it can be even more fun when you run with a friend.

        • by Laura Hill

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        State of shock: Fittler and Blues brothers were in Melbourne but clueless about Smith

        State of shock: Fittler and Blues brothers were in Melbourne but clueless about Smith

        They ran into Maroons boss Kevin Walters but he didn't let slip that his most experienced player, skipper, goal-kicker and commander-in-chief was going to quit.

        • by Christian Nicolussi
        Edwards facing sack after misleading Eels over latest off-field drama

        Edwards facing sack after misleading Eels over latest off-field drama

        Parramatta is set to tear up Kenny Edwards' contract after he misled the club over his latest off-field drama.

        • by Adrian Proszenko

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