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Former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe assassinated
The towering figure in Japanese and global politics died after being shot on Friday, sending shockwaves around the world and triggering an outpouring from world leaders.
Analysis
Shinzo Abe
Far from former leader, Abe was synonymous with Japan’s centre of power
He had honeymoon periods as prime minister and then inevitable troughs, but no one would have predicted a direct threat to his life.
Russia must be held to account, says Wong as invasion slammed at G20
In a speech to foreign ministers from around the world including Russia, Australia’s top diplomat warned “the cost will be borne by all of us” if the war is allowed to continue.
Opinion
Russia-Ukraine war
Putin’s desperation on show as he slowly loses the financial battle
Proposed new laws are further confirmation of Russia’s self-inflicted relegation from global superpower to international pariah.
Ben Marlow
Live
Test cricket
Smith, Labuschagne tons put Australia on top
Follow all the action from our live blog as Australia take on Sri Lanka at the Galle International Stadium.
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‘Pretty sweet position’: History, luck and science on Kyrgios’ side after Nadal walkover
In the modern era, only two other players have been in Nick Kyrgios’ shoes and skipped the semis en route to a grand slam decider - and both went on to win the final.
‘He’s already made us the proudest family in the world’: Brother pays tribute to Kyrgios
Christos Kyrgios paid tribute to his tennis star brother, saying he had brought great joy to not only his family but also to his legions of fans around the globe.
Opinion
Tennis
Do Australian fans like Kyrgios? It’s complicated
Let’s be honest: it’s as easy to write the column ‘Ten Reasons To Love Nick Kyrgios’ as it is to write the column “Ten Reasons To Hate Nick Kyrgios”.
Neil McMahon
Freelance writer
Bugged embassy bathrooms and a prison wedding: life married to Julian Assange
For most of the 11 years Stella Assange has been involved with the Wikileaks founder he has been in some form of captivity. His extradition to the US is the latest setback in her relationship.
Munster, Taulagi out of Origin after positive COVID-19 tests
The Maroons’ preparations for the decider have been thrown into disarray after the pair were sent for further PCR testing on Friday.
Universal Music boss’ sudden exit sparks dramatic leadership change
Following the sudden departure of Universal Music Australia’s co-managing director, staff are bracing for more leadership change.
Opinion
Parenting
If a woman had nine children by three fathers, could she be a CEO like Elon Musk?
Elon Musk and Boris Johnson have multiple children with multiple women and it shows there is still a double standard about the options for women in public life.
Katy Hall
Growing lettuce from seed? Yes, pots are just as good as garden beds
Currently, a single iceberg costs the equivalent of more than 200 seeds. Here’s how to grow your own with – or without a garden.
Despite ‘Ponzi schemes’, this fundie thinks crypto will bounce back stronger
As a fund manager with a passion for crypto, Heath Behncke admits the Web3 portion of his portfolio isn’t looking too hot right now.
SHINZO ABE ASSASSINATED
In pictures: Gunman attacks former leader in the Japanese city of Nara
Former Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe was rushed to hospital after being shot during a speech in Nara.
Former Japanese prime minister shot while giving speech
Former prime minister Shinzo Abe was shot while giving a speech near Osaka in Japan.
Sydney
Loving two people a ‘national sport’ in France, Dawson’s barrister says
In a fourth day of closing submissions, Chris Dawson’s barrister said a man could love two women at once, and her client didn’t suddenly stop caring about his wife.
Murder trial ends without verdict after accused killer takes his life
Leisl Smith’s family were meant to get answers after her 2012 disappearance. Instead, they are left with only heartache.
ICAC witness found dead in office after giving evidence
Clifton Wong gave evidence to the Independent Commission Against Corruption’s probe into three other ex-councillors this week.
Exclusive
Courts
Second attempt to have Guy Sebastian’s ex-manager Titus Day detained
Titus Day is on bail awaiting sentencing in September for embezzling more than $600,000 from his former pop star client.
Second candidate snubbed for plum New York trade job
The revelation that Kimberley Cole was shortlisted before John Barilaro claimed the role will heap more pressure on the government.
See & do
The top five gigs you shouldn’t miss in Sydney in July
It’s a Splendour sideshow bonanza, with bona fide icons from recent decades coming to Sydney, plus a local delicacy before chaos descends.
From ice skating to musicals: the best things to see and do in Sydney in July
From ice skating to musicals to dancing to Kate Bush in a park, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this July. Get stuck in!
Politics
Herd Bali travellers through biosecurity to avoid agricultural catastrophe
Just one case of foot-and-mouth in Australia would wreak havoc on exports - and travellers can bring it back from holidays on their shoes.
Business
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World markets
The Wrap: ASX posts best week since March as resources recover
The Australian sharemarket edged 0.5 per cent higher on Friday on the back of resources stocks, with commodity prices stabilising after falls earlier in the week.
World
Analysis
UK politics
‘It’s never his fault’: The lies that paved Boris Johnson’s rise and fall
As a young journalist, Johnson was sacked for inventing a quote from his godfather, the historian Sir Colin Lucas. His next furphies established a pattern.
Opinion
Johnson was the most consequential UK leader since Thatcher
George Brandis
Former high commissioner to the United Kingdom and former attorney-general
Australia must look east more than west for export fortunes
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
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Property
Governments spent $20.5b on first home buyer help that pushes up prices: report
Stamp duty concessions and cash grants have made housing affordability worse by increasing the amount home buyers pay to home sellers, the report author said.
Steve Smith sells stylish Vaucluse pad for $12.38 million
Cricketer Steve Smith and partner Dani Willis bought the home for $6.6 million in 2020 and transformed it into a far more luxurious residence.
Lifestyle
Rihanna is a billionaire, but is the celebrity beauty brand dying?
As the market of celebrity beauty brands reaches peak saturation, consumer fatigue is setting in.
Opinion
Pop culture
Want to know your future? There’s an astrology app (or several) for that
Genevieve Novak
Spectrum columnist
Culture
Billboard queen Angelyne makes us long for a less toxic era
Emmy Rossum’s drama about the 1980s personality whose self-image was plastered all over LA is a quaint but telling reflection on fame and modern media.
Sport
Live
Test cricket
Second Test, day one LIVE updates: Smith and Labuschagne tons put Australia on top
Follow all the action from our live blog as Australia take on Sri Lanka on the opening day of the second Test at the Galle International Stadium.
Munster and Taulagi major doubts for Origin after positive COVID-19 tests
The Maroons’ preparations for the decider have been thrown into disarray after the pair were sent for further PCR testing on Friday.
‘Pretty sweet position’: History, luck and science on Kyrgios’ side after Nadal walkover
In the modern era, only two other players have been in Nick Kyrgios’ shoes and skipped the semis en route to a grand slam decider - and both went on to win the final.
How Sydney Uni’s Guy Porter became Eddie’s England bolter
Eddie Jones has named Australia-raised Guy Porter at No.13 for England in the second Test in Brisbane. The big question for Sydney Uni rugby fans: to cheer or not to cheer?
‘Tears on both ends’: The Origin phone call between the Saifiti twins
Three years after flying to Perth to watch his brother’s debut, Jacob Saifiti says he now belongs in NSW colours.
Opinion
Wallabies
Why another Wallabies win would leave Eddie without a leg to stand on
Aside from injuries, Eddie Jones has brought an England squad that is the strongest available. The sloppiness of their Perth effort must be put down to other factors.
Paul Cully
Rugby columnist
‘I am obsessed’: Nathan Cleary’s lifelong plan to be the perfect footballer
When it comes to the best rugby league playmakers, ‘the game is their life’. The NSW and Penrith halfback thinks about nothing else.
Have Your Say
Sorry, tennis fans, but Nick Kyrgios is not the worst thing in the world right now
How much should we care if the Aussie star spits, swears and dares to wear red at Wimbledon? With the whole planet in the toilet, I’ve mellowed regarding Kyrgios. Not completely mind you.
Darren Kane
Sports Columnist
