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'This is outrageous': Serena Williams defends her integrity

'This is outrageous': Serena Williams defends her integrity

Serena Williams has disputed her coach's claim that he was helping her during her controversial loss to Naomi Osaka in the US Open final.

  • by Simon Jennings

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Umpire robbed both players:  Sexist power play ruins powerful US Open final
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Umpire robbed both players:  Sexist power play ruins powerful US Open final

Chair umpire Carlos Ramos managed to rob not one but two players in the women's US Open final.

  • by Sally Jenkins
'I accept the message': Mistrust of politicians decided byelection

'I accept the message': Mistrust of politicians decided byelection

People are feeling disengaged in the process, the Premier says, and she will 'work her guts out' to fix it.

  • by Michaela Whitbourn
The three key things that bring Chinese tourists to Sydney

The three key things that bring Chinese tourists to Sydney

Australia is becoming a luxury destination for Chinese tourists seeking "unique experiences they can brag about".

  • by Andrew Taylor
Hanson-Young offers a settlement to Leyonhjelm

Hanson-Young offers a settlement to Leyonhjelm

Hanson-Young launched defamation action against her fellow senator following an incident of 'slut-shaming'.

  • by Nick O'Malley
Manda saw older celebrities getting pregnant. Then she discovered their secret

Manda saw older celebrities getting pregnant. Then she discovered their secret

Manda Epton is part of an 'underground network' of would-be mothers in their late 40s and 50s.

  • by Kate Aubusson
Conman's $7.6 million trail of destruction

Conman's $7.6 million trail of destruction

For fashion designer Lisa Ho, Hamish McLaren promised big returns on her $850,000 superannuation. Instead, she almost lost the lot. 

  • by Georgina Mitchell
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The 1570 people who haven't had enough of Barnaby Joyce

The initial sales for former deputy PM's book give the strongest indication yet of voter appetite for the details of Barnaby's love life.

Peter FitzSimons
    Peter FitzSimons

    Nuance to the numbers in PM's population pledge

    Scott Morrison rejects the idea that the population debate has to be simplified into whether you stand for a “big Australia” or not.

    David Crowe
      David Crowe

      Bishop lambasted for late arrival to the feminist party

      Where was she when Julia Gillard was under attack from Tony Abbott? Yet perhaps Bishop’s sudden pivot isn't cynical or self-interested.

      Jacqueline Maley
        Jacqueline Maley
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        Morrison says there 'could be a case' for migration overhaul
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        Morrison says there 'could be a case' for migration overhaul

        The prime minister says smaller capitals wants greater population but Sydney does not. 'I get that,' he says. 

        • by David Crowe

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        The colourful Gaudi house that's been restored to its former glory

        The colourful Gaudi house that's been restored to its former glory

        The revered Spanish architect is renowned for Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, but this was the first house he completed.

        • by Kate Jones
        Family who 'missed the boom' break into market, snap up Tempe cottage

        Family who 'missed the boom' break into market, snap up Tempe cottage

        A soggy spring morning wasn't enough to deter house hunters hoping to nab a bargain, in Sydney's cooling market, on Saturday.

        • by Kate Burke

        Business

        Burning and churning: Why Suncorp really shuttered its advice business

        Burning and churning: Why Suncorp really shuttered its advice business

        Ahead of the next round of royal commission hearings, documents shed new light on an advice outfit that flogged life insurance to tens of thousands of clients.

        • by Adele Ferguson & Ruth Williams

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        Back to the future as Ten ‘supersizes’ old-school entertainment shows

        Back to the future as Ten ‘supersizes’ old-school entertainment shows

        The network turns to classic formats in the hope of fresh hits.

        • by Michael Lallo
         Sofia Richie on dad Lionel and 'love' for Scott Disick

         Sofia Richie on dad Lionel and 'love' for Scott Disick

        The Hollywood It girl opened up on the pressures of being Lionel Richie's daughter and the rumours surrounding her relationship with an ex of a Kardashian.

        • by Amy Croffey

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        The new pick-up truck that "eats utes for breakfast"

        The new pick-up truck that "eats utes for breakfast"

        Car makers are cashing in on the growing demand for bigger, stronger utes.

        • by Toby Hagon
        Surviving the crazy toddler years (yes, it does get easier)

        Surviving the crazy toddler years (yes, it does get easier)

        During those early years, everything is hands-on, but you will come out the other side.

        • by Bianca Wordley

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        Osaka upsets Serena Williams in extraordinary US Open final

        Osaka upsets Serena Williams in extraordinary US Open final

        A tearful, furious Serena Williams has had her bid for a record grand slam title denied by Japan's Naomi Osaka in an incredible final at the US Open.

        • by James Dampney
        Sharks gutted after moments of magic from Teddy and Latrell

        Sharks gutted after moments of magic from Teddy and Latrell

        James Tedesco was sensational and Latrell Mitchell produced a try-saving tackle to put the Roosters within touching distance of a grand final.

        • by Christian Nicolussi

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        Tips for Sunday's Muswellbrook meeting
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        Racing

        Tips for Sunday's Muswellbrook meeting

        • by Neil Evans