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Crime
Teenager accused of Greenwood stabbing faces court on murder charge
Thousands of residents were ordered to stay indoors on Monday after police found a man stabbed to death inside his home, with his wife and dog also injured.
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Courts
‘It’s a difficult place to come back to’: Higgins in Perth for defamation mediation
Brittany Higgins has laid bare her mixed feelings about returning to the home state of her former boss Linda Reynolds, as they attempt to resolve their defamation row .
‘Simplistic, ridiculous’: Cook goes nuclear on Dutton’s power plan
The federal Coalition has floated the idea of building nuclear power stations on retired coal station sites – possibly including Collie’s.
Opinion
Gas
The ‘good faith’ agreement that led to WA’s looming gas shortage
A shortfall in gas from exporters could shut WA businesses and deter new investment and Woodside’s Pluto project is the biggest problem.
Peter Milne
Business Journalist
Sam Kerr scored an FA Cup hat-trick – then allegedly harassed a police officer
The day before Kerr was involved in an alleged argument over a taxi fare, which escalated to the point police were required, she scored three goals against Liverpool.
Keating launches spray at ASIO boss Mike Burgess and Penny Wong
Former prime minister Paul Keating accused Mike Burgess of trying to undermine the Albanese government’s efforts to stabilise relations with China.
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LoadingPressure mounts on Facebook to be part of solution to ‘problem they’ve caused’
Former competition regulator Allan Fels says the federal government should use tax law and content rules to maximise pressure on the social media giant to pay for Australian news content.
US Supreme Court throws out Colorado’s attempt to remove Trump from ballot
The unanimous decision from the nation’s highest court averts what could have been one of the most explosive moments in the 2024 presidential election.
Opinion
Putin's Russia
What would it take for Russia to use nukes? Leaked files give us a clue
The 29 files leaked to the Financial Times detail war games and potential scenarios for use of tactical nuclear weapons.
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Malaysian prime minister happy to reopen probe into MH370
Anwar Ibrahim also warned Western nations not to try to pit South-East Asian countries against Beijing after meeting with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
‘Reasonable grounds’ to believe Hamas committed sexual violence, UN says
A new UN report says there are reasonable grounds to believe Hamas carried out sexual violence during its October 7 attack on Israel, and that such violence may be ongoing.
Why more tourists are stopping – and staying – in Busselton
Uber-cool eateries, beautiful beaches and world-class stays: why this classic West Australian holiday spot is gaining in popularity.
Underrated America: 25 restaurants that prove the US is a foodies’ paradise
The US food story is often overshadowed by its reputation for big portions, obesity, greasy burgers, tipping conundrums and sugar-filled staples, yet it’s home to some of the best food on the planet.
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Airline reviews
Airline review: Budget carrier charges for everything, except good service
A flight with EasyJet shows that going with a budget airline doesn’t have to be a miserable experience.
Opinion
Regulation
The $3 billion bomb: Apple and co are under attack
Apple’s fine contained a warning that will send a chill down the spines of its rivals.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
How TV doctor Michael Mosley fixed his insomnia
A new SBS show profiles a world-first study from Flinders University setting out to tackle Australia’s sleeplessness problem.
Once a soapie heartthrob, Andrew steered himself into an unexpected career
Andrew Morley has traded cameras and TV sets for an unusual alternative career, joining a booming industry that was given a boost during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Western Australia
Qantas planes collide on Perth Airport tarmac
Two Qantas planes have collided at Perth Airport with a flight from Canberra clipping the wing of a stationary plane as it approached the gate just after 9pm on Sunday.
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Power outage
Humid weather causes power blackout in Perth’s northern suburbs
About 13,000 homes in Perth’s north remain without power on Monday afternoon due to rain and humid weather damaging around 70 power poles.
WA farmers face backlash after hiring ‘skimpies’ to sell machinery
Wade and Lisa Anderson said they were just trying to spice up an otherwise unexciting event.
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Emergency services
Swimmer saved from Carnac Island rocks in dramatic rescue
A swimmer has been rescued from perilous conditions after being forced to take shelter in a rocky enclave on Carnac Island on Monday morning.
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Crime
Police probe mystery family link in fatal Greenwood stabbing attack
Police investigating the death of an elderly man and stabbing of a woman in Perth’s northern suburbs have revealed the alleged attacker may be linked to a relative of the pair.
Politics
Pressure mounts on Facebook to be part of solution to ‘problem they’ve caused’
Former competition regulator Allan Fels says the federal government should use tax law and content rules to maximise pressure on the social media giant to pay for Australian news content.
Business
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Media & marketing
Conflict over the N-word and Gaza surrounds departure of The Monthly’s film critic
High-profile film critic Shane Danielsen has left the news and culture publication The Monthly after a dispute centring on the use of the N-word in a film review.
World
US Supreme Court throws out Colorado’s attempt to remove Trump from ballot
The unanimous decision from the nation’s highest court averts what could have been one of the most explosive moments in the 2024 presidential election.
Opinion
I wasn’t going to raise my voice again, but Israel has given me no choice
David Leser
Senior freelance writer
Russia’s economy faces death by a thousand cuts
Roger Bootle
China’s moment to confront its demons has arrived
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Explore
Property
Young family spends $7.5m on century-old home in hot auction
Six parties competed for the keys to the six-bedroom home with a swimming pool, attracted by the lack of a heritage overlay and wide frontage.
Armadale leads the charge as Perth property prices hit another high
Since the onset of the pandemic, Perth’s median property prices have risen by 53 per cent, or $237,678.
Good Food
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Meal prep
20 healthy weekday lunches to make this month
Lifestyle
Elle Macpherson’s runway return: ‘I didn’t wait for this moment’
After more than a decade off the runway, the iconic Australian supermodel will be walking for the Melbourne Fashion Festival.
Culture
The best new shows to stream in March
Our guide to the best of what’s on the streamers and free-to-air this month.
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AFL 2024
Clarkson apologises for expletive-laden spray as Webster sent to tribunal for Simpkin hit
Alastair Clarkson has been embroiled in a verbal spray, as St Kilda coach Ross Lyon says there is no defence for Saints defender Jimmy Webster’s heavy bump on North Melbourne captain Jy Simpkin in a practice match on Sunday.
Kerr to face trial in UK accused of racially harassing police officer
Matildas captain Sam Kerr, 30, reportedly appeared in a London court on Monday accused of using insulting, threatening or abusive words.
‘The hardest time of my life’: How grief and loss changed Pat Cummins
The Australian cricket captain has spoken frankly about the loss of his mother last year, and how the experience has shaped the way he leads the national team and raises his own family.
‘Look at Ryan Reynolds’: San Francisco 49ers boss considers buying an NRL club
Al Guido reckons the NRL is onto a winner in the US – even if he thinks the season opener should be played at his team’s Levi’s Stadium.
Pucovski to undergo scans and expert examination after latest blow to head
An expert medical panel is expected to be convened to discuss Will Pucovski’s future after he was struck a nasty blow on the helmet during a Sheffield Shield match.
Walsh out ‘indefinitely’ for Blues with back complaint; Demon Oliver to play against Sydney
Melbourne midfield star Clayton Oliver will play the opening round against Sydney after a difficult post-season with the club happy with how he’s progressing physically and emotionally.
Analysis
Formula 1
Alleged intimate messages, a pop-star wife and the F1 team boss at centre of soap opera
In one race weekend alone, Red Bull team principal Christian Horner gave Netflix an entire season of material for Formula 1 show Drive to Survive.
Jenna Fryer
Have Your Say
Las Vegas report card: We run the rule over the NRL in Sin City
Was the NRL’s American adventure a success? We cast a critical eye over the areas in which the code excelled, and those where it needs to lift its game.
