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'One of the biggest losses of life that we've seen in a long, long time'
The 17 friends had piled into a white stretch limousine for a birthday celebration at an upstate New York brewery. They never reached their destination.
- by Jesse McKinley, Shane Goldmacher, Luis Ferré-Sadurní & Sandra E. Garcia
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Former NAB banker banned over alleged loan fraud ring
NAB has been rocked by an increase in 'liar loans' as people attempt to secure home loans amid soaring house prices.
- by Sarah Danckert
'Critical decade' as climate change perils mount: IPCC
'Far reaching, unprecedented' changes to society must occur if dangerous changes to the environment are to be avoided.
- by Peter Hannam & Nicole Hasham
Defiant Republicans' big fear set to become a reality
As the dust settles on the appointment of Justice Brett Kavanaugh, politicians shift focus to capitalising from an ugly battle.
- by Robert Costa
'Perhaps the Saudis thought this was an opportune time to silence him'
There are now fears Jamal Khashoggi's opinions could have cost him his life.
- by Liz Sly
The Sydney Opera House is not a 'billboard': Shorten
The Labor leader has weighed in to the mounting row over the use of the Opera House to promote the Everest horse race.
- by Deborah Snow
Shot while engaging in sex act at 'Saints and Sinners' party
The couple argue members of the critical incident response team were negligent and used excessive force.
- by Adam Cooper
Featured
Opinion & Perspectives
Alan Jones is not as powerful as politicians think
His reputation as a political kingmaker (and executioner) should not be blindly accepted. The fact is, most people don't listen to him.
Michael Lallo
Parenting is different to teaching - and children need both
To suggest that parents are able to perform the exact educational role as someone with a university degree is ludicrous.
Polly Dunning
Genius Banksy stunt may wind up making painting more valuable
Banksy is a provocateur of genius. But his gestures and gags have a sort of built-in futility, analogous, perhaps, to his painting with the built-in shredder.
Sebastian Smee
Politics
Analysis
Paris Agreement
Political will to prevent climate change is lacking, even as the cost climbs
Australians are being presented with another startling contrast between colossal risk and paltry action over climate change.
- by David Crowe
Mining sector, Morrison government on the defensive over IPCC report
- by Peter Hannam & Cole Latimer
World
Echoes of White House: Far-right Trump fan in front as divided Brazil goes to the polls
- by Anthony Faiola & Marina Lopes
Property bydomain
The seven biggest mistakes you can make when selling your home
Common missteps when preparing for a sale can cost you in more ways than one. Here's what not to do when putting your home on the market.
- by Lee Dashiell
Five ways to reduce waste and save money when renovating
On average, renovating a home generates far more waste then building a new one from scratch. It's easy to make a difference. Here's how.
- by Deepika Mathur
Business
Fourth former NAB banker banned over alleged home loan fraud ring
Mathew Alwan was banned over his involvement in an alleged fraud ring that abused the bank's "introducer" home loan referral program.
- by Sarah Danckert
Small business
Entertainment
Review: All-new Doctor Who is different in almost every aspect
New lead Jodie Whittaker is immediately and indisputably The Doctor.
- by Michael Idato
With epic Instagram post, Taylor Swift finally breaks her political silence
Swift, who has copped endless criticism for her silence on Trump, finally spelled out where her allegiances lie.
- by Erin Nyren
Lifestyle
Smarter living
How to keep your kids safe online these school holidays
From YouTube videos that aren't what they seem to internet "friends" who aren't who they seem, parents have reason to be concerned.
- by Alice Clarke
This is the way to talk about money without losing friends
You're on a well-earned good wicket, but knowing how to act gracious about requires some tact.
- by Larissa Ham
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Sport
Older and wiser Keary set to seize the day after Kangaroos call-up
The Roosters pivot would have you believe he's holding the spot for Cameron Munster but he has the chance to impress Mal Meninga.
- by Phil Lutton
The Everest, Caulfield Guineas to be split to avoid scheduling farce
Two of the biggest races of the spring carnival were run 15 minutes apart last year, but officials from both states have reached a compromise in 2018.
- by Adam Pengilly & Chris Roots
