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Trump says he will leave White House if Electoral College votes for Biden
Trump has so far refused to concede the election and claims without evidence that the election was marred by widespread fraud, and that he and not Biden won it.
- by Jeff Mason
'Watch your white privilege': MP schooled for strange history lesson
John-Paul Langbroek used his first speech as the LNP's spokesman for First Nations affairs to argue about when Indigenous people were first recognised as citizens.
- by Lydia Lynch
Heatwave to bring 'three or four days' of 40-degree heat to south-east Qld
The Bureau of Meteorology has warned Sunday will mark the start of the worst of the weather, with health authorities urging residents to watch for signs of heat stress.
- by Matt Dennien
Investigations find Brisbane boardwalk in worse repair than thought
Sections of the boardwalk between the botanic gardens and Howard Smith Wharves needs repair in 2021-22.
- by Lucy Stone
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Academic's romantic relationship the reason behind her detention in Iran
Iranian authorities detained Kylie Moore-Gilbert after learning about her relationship with an Israeli, sparking accusations she was a spy.
- by Anthony Galloway and James Massola
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Australian cricket
Leading umpire cops $5000 fine for reaction to decision at son's under-13s game
An international umpire was fined for his reaction to a run-out decision that saw his son dismissed for 98.
- by Andrew Wu
Campbell Newman's former sparring partner helped paint Labor to victory
David Hinchliffe made the biggest individual donation to a political party – through his paintings.
- by Felicity Caldwell
AstraZeneca likely to run new COVID-19 vaccine trial as questions emerge
Current studies have raised questions over its level of protection.
- by Suzi Ring and James Paton
Origin Energy bets on future of hydrogen in Queensland
Origin plans to produce and export super-chilled liquid hydrogen made from renewable energy in the state.
- by Nick Toscano
Queensland
Eleven police in isolation after contact with Brisbane COVID case
Queensland police has placed almost a dozen officers in isolation after an incident with a COVID-positive man in Brisbane hotel quarantine.
- by Matt Dennien
Motorcyclist 'lucky to be alive' after piece of metal falls from ute
The piece of metal hit the rider on the motorway and he was lucky enough to avoid further danger on the M1.
- by Jocelyn Garcia
Suspected crocodile hunter won't be let off the hook
A large hook found suspended over Rockhampton's Fitzroy River has prompted officials to warn people they face large fines for trying to catch crocodiles.
- by Stuart Layt
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Queensland Police
Man who pointed gel blaster at police charged
The incident sent Miami State High School on the Gold Coast into lockdown.
- by Toby Crockford
Boy in induced coma after being struck by wheel in alleged burnout breakdown
Police allege the wheel dislodged from the ute and struck the boy as he was walking with family in Brisbane's north, leaving him with head injuries.
- by Matt Dennien
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Netflix to face local content quota under proposed Australian TV reforms
The government is considering a requirement for global services to spend money on local content.
- by Lisa Visentin and Zoe Samios
SAS soldiers given 'show cause' notices over war crimes allegations
- by Anthony Galloway and Chris Masters
Business
'Why let the boys have all the fun?: Macquarie CEO lays out diversity plan
Shemara Wikramanayake has overcome racial and gender biases to secure one of the most powerful roles in business. Now she wants to make changes to allow others to do the same.
- by Charlotte Grieve
Opinion
Commodities
'Revenge of the old economy': Is this the start of the next commodity supercycle?
- by Ambrose Evans-Pritchard
World
Julian Assange's partner appeals to Trump to pardon him
Stella Moris tweeted US President Donald Trump on Thanksgiving, appealing to him to pardon the WikiLeaks founder.
Tens of thousands line up to bid farewell to Maradona in Argentina
- by Almudena Calatrava and Debora Rey
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Where it's easiest - and hardest - to upsize from a unit to a house
Owners who bought a unit to get into the property market face a growing hurdle to upgrade to a house, but some areas are tougher than others.
- by Melissa Heagney
Former MasterChef judge Gary Mehigan lists home with $5.9m to $6.49m guide
The celebrity chef's home is an entertainer's dream with a top kitchen, al fresco dining area, barbecue and pool, and could soon be yours.
- by Elizabeth Redman
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Coronavirus pandemic
Sharing our pain isn't self-pity. It's about making each other feel less alone
In revealing her miscarriage, Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, reminded us of the gift in sharing our suffering.
- by Samantha Selinger-Morris
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Sport
'Out of nowhere': Confused Kohli takes aim at ICC for points change
While indicating tension in his camp over the absence of Rohit Sharma, the superstar turned the heat up on top cricket officials hours before the first ODI at the SCG.
- by Chris Barrett
Wallabies roommate says O'Connor will be in contention for final Test
Winger Tom Wright believes James O'Connor is on track to feature against Argentina next Saturday.
- by Tom Decent
'The best circus to ever hit this country': Maradona's two weeks in Sydney
In October 1993, Diego Maradona turned Sydney into the centre of the sporting universe.
- by Vince Rugari
'Always had your back': Glenn Maxwell's parting gift to manager to the stars
There was no greater supporter of the Australian batsman than player agent Tony Connelly, who lost his life to cancer two months ago.
- by Chris Barrett and Andrew Wu
'He became the king of the world': Maradona inspires Argentina's Tri Nations tilt
Pumas coach wants his side to use memory of the superstar to push for another win against the All Blacks.
- by Sam Phillips
Warriors remain in the mix for the services of Brisbane's Lodge
The Cowboys could pounce should halfback Tom Deardon become available.
- by Adrian Proszenko
'Hand of God': How Maradona's words filled back pages around the globe
The English-speaking world nearly did not get to hear Diego Maradona's pithy reflection on his infamous goal at the 1986 World Cup.
- by Martyn Herman
Have Your Say
Full of ink: Sport and bad tattoos go hand in sleeve
The tale of the Richmond fans who had the co-ordinates of the MCG car park mistakenly etched on his arm provides the perfect excuse to delve into the world of bad sports tatts.
