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Iran says 'ball in US' court' over nuclear deal as leaders welcome back America
US President Joe Biden said in September the United States was open to rejoining the pact if Iran returned to strict compliance.
Sights, sounds, and a sob: Highlights from Biden's inauguration
A police officer hero, Bernie Sanders' mittens and history-making Kamala Harris all contributed to the momentous event.
Analysis
North America
After four chaotic years, Biden gives the world permission to exhale
As Joe Biden spoke for the first time as President, you could feel the resting heart rate of American politics changing.
'It'll be challenging': Hunt says new rules for overseas travel start tomorrow
From Friday, people will be required to have a COVID test within 72 hours of their scheduled departure to Australia, and masks will be required on all international flights.
NSW records no new cases as vaccine rollout details revealed
NSW has recorded a fourth consecutive day without a local coronavirus case, as the federal government reveals further details of the vaccine rollout.
Analysis
Biden's White House
A poem of hope rescues this inauguration from America's carnage
Biden did not mention Donald Trump by name. He did not need to do so.
Trust, confidence, stability: the meaning of the colours on Inauguration Day
"Unity purple" was bound to make an appearance, while Melania Trump's outfit change after leaving the White House is a sign she's ready to move on.
Updated
USA
With stroke of pen, Biden returns the US to the Paris Climate Agreement
The executive orders signed by Biden also included a sweeping order to review all of former President Donald Trump's actions weakening climate change protections.
Further delays for accused over hit-and-run death of Sydney father
The lawyer for an Olympic rower who allegedly killed a father in a hit-and-run says there is "no evidence to support" the charges, which have "ruined" his client's life.
CA defends dumping 'Australia Day' after PM's criticism
The co-chair of Cricket Australia's First Nation's Advisory Committee expected backlash about plans to drop Australia Day from January 26 BBL promotions.
Exclusive
Renewables
World's first domestic hydrogen battery developed by Aussie firm
With governments around the world declaring hydrogen to be central to the future, an Australian firm is developing the first domestic hydrogen products.
Opinion
Aviation
History not on Rex’s side in battle against Qantas and Virgin
There has probably never been a better time to set up a new domestic carrier. That, however, doesn’t guarantee Rex success.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
'Massive concern' for forests' long-term recovery after Black Summer
Forests appear to be bouncing back strongly one year on from the Black Summer fires, but experts warn appearances can be deceiving.
Updated
Employment
9 in 10 jobs recovered, but JobKeeper end will challenge 'spectacular recovery'
Most jobs lost during the pandemic were recovered by December, but the recovery in hours worked has been slower.
Coalition begins to quietly reverse deep foreign aid cuts
The Morrison government has increased assistance to low-income countries following years of cuts to foreign aid, but it's not drawing attention to the shift.
BIDEN INAUGURATION
Opinion
Biden's inauguration mixed pop and politics in compelling ceremony
Michael Idato
Culture editor-at-large
'We must end this uncivil war': President Joe Biden's inauguration speech
President Joe Biden's 20-minute speech echoed Abraham Lincoln as he called for unity in this "winter of peril": "we're going to need each other".
A new era for America as Vice-President Kamala Harris takes oath
Vice-President Kamala Harris has broken the barrier that has kept men at the top ranks of American power for more than two centuries.
Sydney
Exclusive
Water
'Expensive brain fart': Cost of dam project may triple, documents show
The cost of NSW's biggest dam project could blow out to $2.1 billion, or more than triple the original estimate, delivering what is likely to be the most expensive water in the Murray-Darling Basin.
Police draw weapons on driver in dramatic Bankstown arrest
The driver of a white van tried to flee police who had their weapons drawn on him after he failed to stop in Bankstown.
Half of senior students without proficient civics and citizenship knowledge
Just 38 per cent of year 10 students and 53 per cent of year 6 students have achieved the proficient standard for their knowledge of democratic processes, the legal system and national values.
Blue Mountains residents turn off NBN in storms to avoid days without service
The first time the modem blew, Cathy Hamilton took her modem from home to work - much to the annoyance of her family.
Restrictions likely to ease soon but masks to stay in some settings
Premier Gladys Berejiklian said masks in some settings, such as on public transport, will probably remain in place.
SYDNEY FESTIVAL
After 10 long months, Bangarra's dancers return to the stage
"We've had people ring up and say they need their Bangarra fix," says artistic director Stephen Page. "They always feel it's good for the soul."
Powerful Indigenous stories highlight summer festival
The Sydney Film Festival showcased three impressive new Australian films at its debut January event.
Politics
Exclusive
Climate policy
George Christensen struggling to secure numbers for banking climate inquiry
An impasse in Parliament has stymied a push to investigate banks and insurance companies that consider climate change risk as a factor in major deals.
Business
Afterpay rival Zip Co surges on rapid revenue and transactions growth
Buy now, pay later operator Zip Co notched up rapid growth in transactions, customers and revenue in the latest quarter.
World
Updated
Biden's White House
'We'll be back': Trump leaves White House ahead of Biden inauguration
Donald Trump departed the White House for the last time as President, leaving behind a legacy of chaos and a nation divided.
Opinion
Why Joe Biden is exactly the right man to mend America
Joe Hockey
Former ambassador and politician
Cities, the magnets of civilisation, have lost their pulling power
Pru Goward
Former sex discrimination commissioner and MP
Trump era spurs new efforts to undermine US dollar's status
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
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Inside, this $37m house has some of the most bizarre decor ever
It looks unassuming but step through the front door and there's a twist that's not for the faint-hearted. Or, perhaps, vegetarians.
Real estate firm The Agency fights disputed fee
Real estate firm The Agency has made a bid in court to delay an administration action brought by a former director over a disputed fee.
Life & Culture
This documentary series is the most fun you can have on Netflix right now
A collaboration between filmmaker Martin Scorsese and acclaimed author and speaker Fran Lebowitz makes for illuminating and amusing viewing.
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Sport
CA defends dumping 'Australia Day' after Prime Minister's criticism
The co-chair of Cricket Australia's First Nation's Advisory Committee expected backlash about plans to drop Australia Day from January 26 BBL promotions.
Captaincy too big an ask for Cummins, says Taylor
The former Test skipper believes the fast bowler would face the same multi-tasking issues as Tim Paine if he was handed the job.
'My good intentions have been misconstrued': Djokovic pens letter to Australia
The Serbian superstar penned a lengthy letter to Australians after becoming public enemy No.1 on Monday.
Diamonds to face Silver Ferns in NZ as Constellation Cup resumes
The Australian Diamonds will undergo a 14-day quarantine before taking on New Zealand in a four-Test series in Christchurch and Tauranga in March.
Exclusive
Australian rugby
Stan Sport settles on price, set to make Shute Shield a priority
The price point for the sport's new home has been decided with the new Super Rugby season now less than a month away.
Analysis
Test cricket
Days numbered for Paine but the problem is who's next?
Paine's shortcomings against India, from his uncharacteristic wicketkeeping mistakes to his on-field behaviour and direction of the team, have highlighted the urgency of Australia having a succession plan.
How much more fuel does Langer have in the tank?
Approaching the three-year mark of his reign, the Australian coach may well be closer to the end of the road than he is the start.
Have Your Say
Australia left with burning questions after series loss
As the dust settles on a series loss to India at home, the Australian men's team faces plenty of questions. From captaincy to the bowling ranks and more, we take a look at them.
