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'I just want to come home': UK grapples with infamous ISIS bride's plea
Her story rocked the UK when she and two other teenage girls fled London to join Islamic State. But now, 19-year-old Shamima Begum just wants to come home.
- by Latika Bourke
Amazon dumps New York, sparking elation, outrage
Depending who you ask, the decision was either a triumph for community activism or an act of economic suicide.
- by Matthew Knott
'She'll be the world's best' so catch Sam Kerr while you can
Saturday's grand final could be the last club match on home soil for superstar Sam Kerr. Europe beckons.
- by Vince Rugari
Social media giants face child safety law overhaul
Communications Minister Mitch Fifield is considering a revamp of laws affecting Facebook and other online players, and the introduction of new standards.
- by Kylar Loussikian
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Lost Sidney Nolan among Mirka Mora's art and objects slated for sale
"Colour, hope, love and joy": Next month brings your chance to own a Mirka Mora artwork (or her kettle) at an epic auction.
- by Carolyn Webb
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Asylum seekers
People smugglers look for chinks in ALP armour
Bill Shorten says his government would erect a "ring of steel" but smugglers are preparing to recommence their trade.
- by Michael Bachelard and James Massola
A billionaire heir on Trump, money and drugs
The son of Warren Buffett learnt a lot about disadvantage during his stint as the sheriff of a down-at-heel county.
- by Paola Totaro
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Superannuation
Labor vows to axe first home buyer super scheme
Labor to axe first home super scheme as it argues super is for retirement, not leaving an inheritance.
- by Shane Wright
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The economy
Stagnation? The tradesman you need to call is Keynes
Economists have a number of different models in their toolbox and the best mechanic for the job now is Keynes.
- by Ross Gittins
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Slain Mafia lawyer, legal secretary among those who snitched to cops
- by Tammy Mills and Chris Vedelago
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AFL
Cordy up for one-on-one challenges under new rules
Although he won a premiership as a forward, Zaine Cordy has accepted the fact his immediate future at the Western Bulldogs is as a backman.
- by Peter Ryan
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GWS Giants
Mumford's hell: the story behind infamous snorting video
In his first public interview since a video surfaced of him snorting a powder, a frank Shane Mumford reveals what happened and the toll it took.
- by Jake Niall
Politics
Is this Scott Morrison's Tampa moment?
An election battle over asylum seekers and border protection is certain. But have Australians' sentiments shifted on this lightning rod issue?
- by Michael Koziol and David Wroe
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Superannuation
Super fights to continue as Labor vows to axe first home buyer scheme
- by Shane Wright
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House of the week: This coastal cottage has a fabulous story to tell
Is there a better combination in all of nature than green hills rolling off to the sea? Put an incredibly fine home on the ridgeline and you’ve hit the jackpot.
- by Lou Sweeney
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Still hot at the top as buyers snap up Melbourne's best homes
It's tough out there for mid-market mansions but some homes in Melbourne's most exclusive suburbs are defying the downturn.
- by Elizabeth Redman
Business
Having broken investors' hearts, can AMP spread the love again?
AMP needs something special to swoon investors after warning its 2019 could be just as bad as 2018, but can its suave new boss win the market's heart?
- by Sarah Danckert
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Entertainment
Lisa Oldfield already dating since bitter split with David
Lisa Oldfield is laughing again after her bitter split from husband David.
- by Lucy Manly
'It was only us and the penguins': Why a BBC crew broke a wildlife filmmaking taboo
"It's difficult when you're in a situation where you see another animal that is suffering," says Will Lawson, a director on David Attenborough's Dynasties, on the series' viral moment.
- by Robert Moran
Ryan Adams dangled success. Women say they paid a price
- by Joe Coscarelli and Melena Ryzik
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Not just play money: Lego a 'better investment than gold or stocks'
Not all sets are created equal. Are you sitting on a Lego goldmine?
- by Ariane Beeston
Amazon's Alexa wants to ease your 'cognitive overload'
Alexa's head scientist says the AI assistant is learning to connect users to the services they want, even if they don't know it exists.
- by Tim Biggs
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Sport
Contract locks all-Melbourne BBL decider to Marvel Stadium
The Melbourne Renegades are contractually bound to play their home finals at Marvel Stadium.
- by Daniel Cherny
BBL title bound for Victoria as Renegades win thrilling semi-final
Daniel Christian set up an all-Melbourne BBL final with a brilliant innings to edge the Sydney Sixers on Friday night.
- by Daniel Cherny