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Julian Assange gestures as he arrives at Westminster Magistrates' Court.

'Narcissist': Assange found guilty of bail breach as US charges are revealed

Julian Assange gestures as he arrives at Westminster Magistrates' Court.

The WikiLeaks founder has been found guilty hours after being dragged from the Ecuadorian embassy, while US prosecutors accuse him of being part of "one of the largest compromises of classified information" in US history.

  • by Latika Bourke and Nick Miller

Turnbull to stay away and let Morrison run his own race

Crossing paths: Former foreign minister Julie Bishop and former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull at Martyn Cook's memorial service on Thursday.

Malcolm Turnbull plans to spend the bulk of the election campaign overseas in a bid to deflect attention from the Coalition's leadership turmoil.

  • by Matthew Knott

He praised Assange during the election campaign. Now, Trump says he knows 'nothing about WikiLeaks'

US President Donald Trump speaks while Moon Jae-in, South Korea's president, left.

Donald Trump praised WikiLeaks more than 100 times during the 2016 presidential campaign, but now claims he knows "nothing about WikiLeaks".

  • by Joshua Goodman

The low-charisma contest between an angry dad figure and a sad sack

The low-charisma contest between an angry dad figure and a sad sack

No one has ever accused either Scott Morrison or Bill Shorten of being inspiring. Yet this contest occurring in the shallow end of the inspiration pool isn't necessarily a bad thing. 

  • by Peter Hartcher

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Norvill never wanted her report to be made public - and she became collateral damage
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Norvill never wanted her report to be made public - and she became collateral damage

It’s hard to imagine what it must be like to sit through legal evidence about your own breasts.

  • by Jacqueline Maley
Sydney council ranger knocked unconscious after 'parking dispute'

Sydney council ranger knocked unconscious after 'parking dispute'

The council ranger was walking down the street when he was punched in the face and knocked unconscious.

  • by Ben Weir
Why destructive, divisive Folau could no longer be the face of rugby

Why destructive, divisive Folau could no longer be the face of rugby

Rugby Australia had the chance a year ago to sort this out, but instead hit Israel Folau with a feather duster.

  • by Greg Growden
Investigators have focused on the sensor's role in the two disasters.

Boeing said 737 Max 8 was 'not suitable' for certain airports

A Boeing legal document said large, upgraded 737s "cannot be used at what are referred to as 'high/hot' airports."

  • by Anita Sharpe
Maserati-driving alleged Dark Web dealer facing drug import charges
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Maserati-driving alleged Dark Web dealer facing drug import charges

Police allege Cody Ward, 25, was behind a multi-million dollar drug syndicate operating from his beachside home.

  • by Sally Rawsthorne
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Julian Assange arrives at Westminster Magistrates' Court in London.

Julian Assange 'won't get any special treatment': Scott Morrison

"When Australians travel overseas and they find themselves in difficulties with the law, they face the judicial systems of those countries," the Prime Minister said.

  • by Michael Koziol and Latika Bourke

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Four essential questions to ask before renovating the facade of your home

Four essential questions to ask before renovating the facade of your home

There are so many possibilities and it can be hard to know how much to do, how much to spend and what will create the biggest impact.

  • by Jane Eyles-Bennett
Golfer Craig Parry tees off for $10m sale of waterfront Abbotsford house

Golfer Craig Parry tees off for $10m sale of waterfront Abbotsford house

Expect to see more of the veteran pro golfer on the northern beaches given his plans to downsize from his waterfront residence.

  • by Lucy Macken

Business

US President Donald Trump launched a major tax overhaul in 2017.

What we might learn from Donald Trump’s tax returns

His political enemies hope that the President's tax returns will help unlock the secrets of his murky finances. They may be disapponted. 

  • by Susanne Craig and Jesse Drucker
Australian shares are poised to end the week higher.

BGH's Navitas acquisition approved

  • by William McInnes
ASIC targets $1.5b Lynas takeover bid
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ASIC targets $1.5b Lynas takeover bid

  • by Kylar Loussikian

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Ignacio Serricchio in The Inmate.

A US Marine goes undercover in a Mexican prison – what could go wrong?

With so many entertainment options, it's easy to miss brilliant TV shows, movies and documentaries. Here's what to watch.

  • by Brad Newsome
Chris Lilley as a South African pet psychic by the name of Jana.

Netflix tight-lipped on controversial new Chris Lilley character

The trailer for Lilley's new show has dropped, introducing six new characters - and one of them is generating plenty of discussion.

  • by Broede Carmody

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The Mega Sg plays all Mega Drive, Genesis and Master System cartridges, and can play Mega CD games too if you have the requisite original hardware and discs.

The Mega Sg is the Ferrari of playing old Sega games in HD

If old game cartridges are like vinyl, Analogue's machines are like expensive reference-quality turntables.

  • by Tim Biggs
Yes, it's totally possible to get me time on a family holiday - here's how I do it

Yes, it's totally possible to get me time on a family holiday - here's how

Take these four steps to ensure you enjoy some time to yourself on your next family trip.

  • by Sara Ahmed

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MS Dhoni charged on to the field and argued with the umpires after another no-ball controversy during Chennai Super Kings' thrilling victory over Rajasthan Royals.
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No ball controversy mars IPL

MS Dhoni charged on to the field and argued with the umpires after another no-ball controversy during Chennai Super Kings' thrilling victory over Rajasthan Royals.

Israel Folau.

Rugby Australia set to sack Israel Folau for anti-gay social media post

Israel Folau's rugby career looks to be over, with Rugby Australia saying it planned on sacking the Wallabies superstar.

  • by Tom Decent

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