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'Very humiliating': Alan Tudge's staffer says he was a bully who left her in tears
A former adviser to Population Minister Alan Tudge has lodged a formal complaint that alleges he engaged in workplace bullying and intimidation that left her "anxious and afraid".
- by David Crowe
Albanese facing leadership unrest after 'almighty row' during meeting
Deep divisions within Labor over climate policy have triggered fresh unrest about Anthony Albanese's leadership.
- by Rob Harris
Analysis
China relations
What's in it for them? China and Russia stay silent on US election
Among the leaders who are yet to congratulate Joe Biden days after all US networks called the race for the former vice-president, China's Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin stand out.
- by Eryk Bagshaw
Senior Jesuits charged with historical sex offences at elite Sydney Catholic school
Former Jesuit brothers at two of Australia's most prestigious Catholic schools have been charged with historical child sex offences after allegations against them emerged recently.
- by Richard Baker
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Frank was torpedoed twice during WWII. He's taking COVID restrictions in his stride
Nothing will stop these veterans from attending the Remembrance Day ceremony on Wednesday.
- by Tim Barlass
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City life
Porn stars in Monumental tussle on Oxford Street
What happens when adult film stars work from home? An Oxford Street strata body is learning the hard way.
- by Samantha Hutchinson and Stephen Brook
Trump's name spotted in Johnson's congratulations to Biden
Keen-eyed political observers noticed an unusual feature in a tweet from British PM Boris Johnson.
One arrest leads to discovery of global online paedophile network
Police uncovered what is thought to be an extensive paedophile network used to share photos and videos.
- by Fergus Hunter
Coronavirus vaccine leader began with a wild cancer research idea
More than 25 years ago, two doctors had an idea: to harness the immune system to attack cancer cells.
- by Naomi Kresge
US ELECTION 2020
US braces for turbulent handover as Trump fires defence secretary
Mark Esper's firing comes as a key federal government agency refused to sign the paperwork permitting Joe Biden’s transition team to formally begin their work.
- by Matthew Knott
Fox News cuts away from Trump team making unproven voter 'fraud' claims
Donald Trump has lost the election but has so far refused to concede to the winner Joe Biden, defying US conventions.
Sydney
De Belin says alleged victim was joking about his fame, jury hears
The NRL star told a friend the woman he is accused of raping was joking about his fame.
- by Angus Thompson
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Government grants
Premier's office to face second probe over shredded documents
The State Archives and Records Authority says it will assess the destruction of documents.
- by Alexandra Smith and Tom Rabe
Tutors could become a fixture of NSW schools to close education gap
The $337 million scheme will equate to an average of $130,000 and 1700 tutoring hours per school.
- by Jordan Baker
Police return to the crime scene of underworld figure shooting
Officers have renewed their appeal to the public for any information in relation to the shooting.
- by Sarah Keoghan
'Perverse signals': NSW clean power push clouds grid planning, prices
Experts warn the NSW government's plan to underwrite the cost of new renewable energy projects could erode national efforts to improve the electrical grid and leave consumers bearing the risk of project price blowouts.
- by Mike Foley and Nick Toscano
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State of Origin
'How about backing the guy?' Pearce leaps to Cleary's defence
- by Andrew Webster
Analysis
Only fools rush in to write off Maroons
The Eighth Immortal was left red faced after game one in Adelaide but still believes NSW can win Origin II — if halfback Nathan Cleary rediscovers his touch.
- by Andrew Johns
Cooked Chooks: Brad Fittler's big challenge is lifting weary Roosters stars
The Sydney Roosters have played a huge role in NSW's recent success, but has their long and tough pursuit of a third NRL title now been felt by the Blues?
- by Christian Nicolussi
Politics
Bureaucrat allegedly hid Western Sydney Airport land deal price from bosses
The public servant stood aside over a $33 million land purchase in Western Sydney is being investigated for hiding details including the price from superiors.
- by Katina Curtis
Fears of fresh fiscal cliff when JobSeeker supplement ends in March
- by Shane Wright and David Crowe
Analysis
Workplace culture
Does 'bonk ban' give public the right to know what politicians do in private?
- by Jacqueline Maley
Business
'It still happens': Sexism, inappropriate conduct rife in corporate Australia despite progress
Senior female board directors say there are still serious problems of abuse of power and sexual misconduct in companies but shareholders are driving change.
- by Cara Waters
World
Report into disgraced ex-cardinal shows failings by popes, top clerics
The Vatican report says disgraced ex-US cardinal Theodore McCarrick was allowed to rise through the Catholic ranks despite repeated allegations of sexual misconduct.
- by Philip Pullella
Analysis
China relations
What's in it for them? China and Russia stay silent on US election
- by Eryk Bagshaw
Indonesia banking on Australia's $1b loan to tackle COVID-19
- by James Massola and Karuni Rompies
'Start of an era': Armenia signs deal with Azerbaijan, Russia to end conflict
- by Nvard Hovhannisyan and Nailia Bagirova
Opinion
Hey Joe, once you settle in, we need to talk about China
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US pandemic carnage failed to infect Trump's vote
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Outdated HSC has failed the test of time
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State of Origin
Only fools rush in to write off Maroons
The Eighth Immortal was left red faced after game one in Adelaide but still believes NSW can win Origin II — if halfback Nathan Cleary rediscovers his touch.
- by Andrew Johns
'We welcome the competition': NRL unfazed after oldest rival becomes new stablemate
Rugby league and rugby union have been rivals for over a century in Australia ... but suddenly they've become stablemates.
- by Chris Barrett
'How about backing the guy?' Pearce leaps to Cleary's defence
For years, Mitchell Pearce was the definitive punching bag for NSW supporters. Now, Nathan Cleary is starting to cop similar blows as the Blues fight for survival in game two.
- by Andrew Webster
'More than likely': Origin set to move back to mid-season timeslot
On Thursday morning, all eyes will be on the TV ratings for Origin II. Unless there is a huge uplift in viewership, this will be the last year-ending series.
- by Adrian Proszenko
Kohli's early exit sets scene for 'fiery' first Test
The man who presided over Australia's last success over India, Darren Lehmann is expecting a turbo-charged first Test that will take on extra importance given Virat Kohli's personal situation.
- by Andrew Wu
'I see a lot of Mal in Freddy': Maroons pay Fittler ultimate compliment
Queenslanders are likening Brad Fittler to Mal Meninga for the way he has ignored the critics and stuck solid with Nathan Cleary and a core group of Blues.
- by Christian Nicolussi
'I swore I wouldn't be back': Cambage's surprise return a chance to talk Olympics, race and fertility
On the eve of a new WNBL season, Liz Cambage reflects on keeping her Tokyo dream alive, why political statements matter and, on a personal front, how she is considering freezing her eggs to preserve her fertility.
- by Roy Ward
Have Your Say
Chris Barrett: Rugby's 'fantasy' TV deal puts the wind back in game's sails
The sport's relationship with Foxtel ended in a very rugby way - at a harbourside sailing club. But rugby's new alliance with Nine is otherwise uncharted waters.
