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Pharmacist accused of trying to kill partner in Brisbane fire named
A Queensland pharmacist accused of setting a Brisbane house on fire with his partner inside will spend at least the next month behind bars.
Chilly morning ahead after Qld town ‘feels like’ minus 6.6
Brisbane can expect similar conditions on Tuesday after recording its coldest morning of the year on Monday.
Australian arrested over child sexual abuse in the Philippines
Six girls and eight boys, aged between two and 17, were placed in the care of a local social welfare office after intelligence was provided by Australian police to Philippine authorities.
Drug designed as ‘heat-seeking missile’ to target COVID-19
Researchers from Queensland and the US have developed a promising new drug which they say can directly target COVID-19 virus particles and destroy them.
Singapore looks to tear up its vaccine playbook amid new virus surge
The city state, home to more than 20,000 Australians, was less than three weeks ago named the best place to be during COVID-19. Now it’s virtually in lockdown.
The sliding doors moment that led Natalie to ditch booze in lockdown
A growing number of people are now taking it on themselves to do something about how much – and how often – they drink.
Are World War II-era rules to blame for Tokyo’s Games crisis?
Japan, a country that’s witnessed the consequences of too much government power, has proved reluctant to implement strict rules to combat a mounting health crisis.
Opinion
Coronavirus pandemic
Why many of us feel trapped inside Australia
Australians with family or loved ones overseas are increasingly alarmed about the personal toll of being shut off from the rest of the world.
Dr Nancy Jiang
Bill Gates’ history of questionable behaviour
On at least a few occasions, Gates pursued women who worked for him at Microsoft and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, according to people with direct knowledge of his overtures
The silver fox effect: our obsession with men who age well
Ben Affleck’s rumoured reunion with Jennifer Lopez has reignited interest in men who seem to improve their appearance with age, or a new love.
You don’t need Will Smith’s budget to get into shape
If, like the rapper and film star, you want to shake your COVID kilos, even small improvements, such as cutting back on booze and snacks, will leave you feeling better than if you did nothing.
Queensland
Exclusive
Invisible crime
‘They’ve failed me’: Qld police accused of relying on rape myths
“Your demeanour and the way you were dressed and walked were not consistent with you being violently raped,” an officer was quoted as saying.
Child Safety ‘missed opportunities’ that may have saved Qld baby
In her report on “Baby J’s” death from SIDS, the deputy coroner laments the lack of a system to track children from birth through school to ensure they don’t fall through the cracks.
Nurse loses appeal after claim bullying caused psychiatric injury
Maureen Joy Robertson alleged the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service breached its duty of care. Three appeal judges thought not.
Qld teacher banned after inappropriate messages with former students
The teacher has been banned from teaching until the end of the year after he was suspended over sexual messages with former students.
Analysis
Political leadership
‘Accidental premier’ no more: Palaszczuk is nation’s longest-serving female government leader
Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk is one of the nation’s most successful politicians.
Politics
Exclusive
Federal budget
141,000 new apprentices but Labor doubts how many more will sign up
The government and Labor are at odds over how many young Australians can really be enticed to take up apprenticeships over the next year.
Business
Australia’s last two oil refineries to stay open after rescue, saving 1250 jobs
Ampol and Viva Energy reach a deal with the federal government to continue operating refineries in Brisbane and Geelong for at least another six years.
World
Why the Israeli-Palestinian conflict exploded again
A police raid on the Al-Aqsa Mosque, one of the holiest sites in Islam, was one of several actions that led, less than a month later, to the sudden resumption of war between Israel and Hamas.
Opinion
Federal election hinges on timing, not policy
Sean Kelly
Columnist and former adviser to Labor prime ministers Kevin Rudd and Julia Gillard.
Big budget spend means nothing without right priorities
Amanda Vanstone
Former Howard government minister
Bail laws create a hurdle too high for many
Melinda Walker
Gaza attack on media offices will deepen fog of war
Peter Greste
Author, journalist and academic
Explore
Property bydomain
What can buyers actually get using the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme?
Depending on which capital city you're in, the type of homes that fall under the prescribed price caps range can be boarded up and uninhabitable.
Former The Farm owners list their latest reno project outside Byron
They previously turned a modest dairy farm into a Byron Bay restaurant destination, and now they've transformed a run-down camp site. Take a look.
Life & Culture
How a beauty editor dresses for comfort and style
“I enjoy being able to wear something that’s going to make me feel good but also serve me throughout the day.”
Opinion
Keanu Reeves
In defence of Keanu: humanity’s gentle emissary, who never claimed to be a great actor
Jacqueline Maley
Columnist and senior journalist
Sport
Dragons stars facing 18 games out through suspension
The match review committee has come down hard on Josh McGuire, Tyrell Fuimaono, Mikaele Ravalawa and Tariq Sims as St George Illawarra’s season threatens to unravel at the judiciary.
Bowling coach responds to Bancroft bombshell
Australia’s bowling coach at the time of the ball-tampering scandal says the finger-pointing will not go away.
‘Mind-blowing’: Jackson first Australian player in basketball Hall of Fame
Jackson was a seven-time WNBA All-Star and three-time MVP who also won four Olympic medals.
‘Taste of her own medicine’: Barca rub salt into Kerr’s wounds after UCL rout
A two-year-old tweet has come back to haunt the Matildas superstar after Barcelona destroyed Chelsea 4-0.
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NRL 2021
‘A dream come true’: Coach’s son, Jakob Arthur, scores on Eels debut
There were sensational scenes when the 18-year-old scored in his first match as his proud dad punched the air from the Parramatta coach’s box.
Top rugby medico says NRL on right path with send-off and sin-bin spree
Dr Martin Raftery said concussion levels fell only when referees started issuing red, yellow cards more often.
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NRL 2021
Penrith’s perfect 10 as Titan stakes claim for dumbest play of 2021
Gold Coasts’s Herman Ese’ese was sent off for an all-time brain explosion in Magic Round.
Have Your Say
Why Australian rugby should resist the allure of positivity
Round one of Super Rugby Trans-Tasman saw Australian sides almost get results against the top two Kiwi sides, but there were no wins.
