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Safety warnings from days they were born until deaths in hot car
Darcey-Helen was one day old when her mother, Kerri-Ann Conley, had to be prompted to feed her and change her nappy.
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Political leadership
First Miles cabinet sworn in with five promotions
New Queensland Premier Steven Miles has promoted five fresh faces to his first cabinet, with his 19-strong team sworn in on Monday morning.
500 Jetstar passengers stuck in Japan after Jasper closes Cairns Airport
Layla Kolar and her friends who are stranded in Osaka fear they might not be home for Christmas after Jetstar has continually changed their flights from Japan.
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Cyclones
Ten trapped on hospital roof, planes parked underwater at airport
The city of Cairns is cut off due to flooded roads and its airport has been forced to close.
Self-confessed Brisbane conman bailed in trial
Kristofer Ridgway, who scammed clients and pocketed more than $1.5 million in secret commissions, has been released on bail by a Queensland magistrate and will return to court in February.
Queensland MP reveals text, call with Higgins about alleged rape
“I absolutely remember the word rape. That’s not something that you forget,” the LNP MP said during his evidence in Sydney.
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Jones investigation
‘Classic abuse of power’: More men come forward with claims about Alan Jones’ behaviour
Investigation prompts a series of new claims. Jones has vehemently denied all allegations.
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Crime
Woman found dead with stab wounds in Canberra zoo kitchen
Police say a man has been taken to hospital and there is no threat to the public.
Car crashes into parked vehicle in Joe Biden’s motorcade
While it is not immediately clear if the crash was accidental or deliberate, the president and first lady Jill Biden were unharmed.
Opinion
World markets
The oil cartel is caught in the trap that it set
The Saudi Arabia-led OPEC+ cartel hatched a plan to tighten its grip over the world’s oil prices. It has backfired spectacularly.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Viral dance trend frustrates leaders in Iran, where dancing is banned
In cities across Iran, men and women of all ages are gyrating their hips, swirling their arms in the air and chanting the song’s catchy lines.
‘The finger’s fine’: Labuschagne declares himself fit for Boxing Day
Struck batter Marnus Labuschagne and captain Pat Cummins denied the Perth pitch was dangerous despite a number of players being hit by balls flying off cracks.
Seven more sleeps: Things to do in Brisbane this week
Before Santa comes there are carols, comedy, markets, muscle cars and much more.
Dry, tasteless? Sorry, Italy, this Christmas dish is just not that good
Friends, gather around, and bring it in tight. We’re going to say some things here, and our Italian amici may not be all that happy about them.
Queensland
Tragic end to search for Logan boy
A search for a missing seven-year-old in Logan ended in tragedy when police divers found the boy’s body on Sunday morning.
Girl struck by lightning as storms, hail hit parts of south-east
A 10-year-old girl was struck by lightning on Saturday and was rushed to hospital in a critical condition.
Charity and artists team up for struggling Brisbane families
A handful of Brisbane tattoo artists will come together to tattoo as many people as possible in exchange for Christmas toys to be donated to St Vincent de Paul.
Miles-long journey from shy nerdy kid to premier of Queensland
New Queensland Premier Steven Miles is best known as being the Palaszczuk government’s attack dog, but those who know him say that reputation belies his introverted and intellectual personality.
Which cyclone preceded Jasper? Test your knowledge with the Brisbane Times Quiz
How many questions about the week’s news can you get right?
Politics
US request for Red Sea warship not a specific callout to Australia, Albanese says
The federal government downplayed the United States’ request for help, but is yet to rule out sending a ship to the Middle East.
Business
Turkish Airlines granted extra flights to Australia in new deal
Turkish Airlines has been granted the right to fly to Australia in a new deal, which will also allow it to fly to other continents.
World
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Population
The planet’s population will get to 10.4 billion – then drop. Here’s when we reach peak human
India overtook China as the world’s most populous nation in 2023 but far bigger population shifts are transforming the world. Where will all the people be in 2100?
Opinion
What’s driving former lefties to the right?
Michelle Goldberg
Writer and columnist
This live-streamed defamation trial will change the way we perceive justice
Parnell Palme McGuinness
Columnist and communications adviser
Remember when people argued for the ‘right to offend’?
Jacqueline Maley
Columnist and senior journalist
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Property
These are our favourite luxury homes on the market right now
From a waterfront dazzler to an ivy-walled manor with a majestic garden, we’ve rounded up our favourite luxury listings.
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Title Deeds
Barnaby Joyce puts Tamworth house with a swimming pool up for sale
The sales campaign comes a month after the Nationals MP tied the knot with his former staffer Vikki Campion.
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Lifestyle
Why do women get more headaches than men?
While many women report regular headaches, it can seem as though men are less likely to experience them. But why?
Culture
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This magical Wonka is a sweet treat for all ages
Timothee Chalamet is perfect in this latest version of the Roald Dahl classic.
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Sport
Cricket’s banner ban will apply for MCG, SCG Tests
The same policy that led to a banner being removed from the stands in the Perth Test on Sunday will apply for the Boxing Day Test at the MCG and the first Test of the new year in Sydney.
He hit like a truck … and died with CTE. The tragedy of league cult hero
One of the toughest men to have played in the 1990s, Kyle White was known for his brutal hits. After his death this year, researchers described his degenerative brain condition as “severe”.
Analysis
Australian cricket
Pakistan’s capitulation should see Perth become Australia’s new ‘Gabbatoir’
Destruction of Pakistan showed why Perth has a strong case to host the opening Test each summer.
Lyon’s 500 Test wickets: By the numbers
It took just one ball in Test cricket for Nathan Lyon to claim a wicket, and 499 poles later, his figures make for impressive reading.
The Aussie in charge of one of Europe’s biggest clubs – but it’s not Ange
Former Socceroo Michael Valkanis has been handed the reins at Ajax.
Why Australia’s greatest snooker player is taking on an 11-year-old
Former world champion Neil Robertson is playing an exhibition in Australia for the first time in years to raise money for a star in the making.
Opinion
Donald Trump
Trump gets hero’s welcome at UFC event in Las Vegas
UFC’s extraordinary popularity is why the NRL has fostered a partnership with the brand.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Have Your Say
Why V’landys has turned Las Vegas into the new battleground for NRL and AFL
It’s always about the money, but Peter V’landys also has his eye on a rival code as the NRL prepares for the USA season-opener.
