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Lies, contradictions and what the real evidence tells us about Brittany Higgins and Bruce Lehrmann
What happened in 45 crucial minutes sparked a frenzy of news, an aborted criminal trial and a multimillion-dollar lawsuit.
Chile to investigate Boeing plane’s big drop that injured 50 onboard
The Chilean aviation authority will examine the sudden altitude drop of a Sydney-to-Auckland flight over the Tasman Sea, as the flight data and voice recordings are seized.
The story of QF72: What happens when ‘psycho’ automation leaves pilots powerless?
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Boeing whistleblower found dead amid mounting pressure on firm
A Boeing whistleblower has been found dead in the US amid growing scrutiny of the manufacturer after a series of incidents with its aircraft.
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The GST system is broken and Scott Morrison’s fix has only made things worse
Every Australian’s life is affected by how the GST is allocated. But the latest carve-up of cash shows the entire system is broken and needs fixing – now.
Teen car thieves who ‘post and boast’ can be jailed for two years
Premier Chris Minns says youth crime is a worsening problem in regional NSW and the government will take action.
Former RBA governor’s warning a blow to home owners
The former Reserve Bank governor has joined the chorus of voices warning that interest rates may have to stay higher for longer.
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William took the photo but Kate took the fall
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US Navy cuts Virginia-class submarine from budget in potential blow to pact
If approved, the proposal could have “a profound impact” on the navies of Australia and the US, and on the AUKUS military pact, according to an American congressman.
‘He literally stopped’: Djokovic complains to umpire in shock loss to 20-year-old
World No.1 Novak Djokovic was stunned 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 by lucky loser Luca Nardi in the third round of Indian Wells.
Dean Widders went to the Leniu hearing even though it opened old wounds
Watching Monday night’s judiciary hearing at NRL HQ brought back bad memories for the NRL education manager, who was the victim of a racial slur during a game in 2005.
How the new short dropout rule has already spawned game-changing tactics
The NRL’s latest rule change has led to 80 per cent of dropouts now going short instead of long. So what does this mean for the game’s best attacking kickers?
The artist who won an $80,000 award by involving her kids and parents
The winner of this year’s La Prairie Art Prize is a deeply symbolic and emotional work that highlights the importance of family.
Netflix doco reveals the truth of cult-like disciplinary schools
Once a student at one of America’s disciplinary schools, filmmaker Katherine Kubler set out to investigate how such institutions get away with physical and mental abuse of minors.
Jimmy Kimmel vs Jo Koy: What makes a good awards show host?
Did Jimmy Kimmel strike the right notes? We take a look at the four things that stand between nailing a hosting gig and bombing.
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It took a 6.30am message for Spencer Leniu to realise he’d used a racial slur
Rugby league started drawing a line on racial vilification long ago. The startling and raw testimony Leniu provided on Monday night showed how far there is to go.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Spencer Leniu banned for eight games over Ezra Mam racial slur
The Roosters prop won’t return until round 10 after being suspended at the NRL judiciary on Monday night for calling Indigenous Broncos’ player Ezra Mam a “monkey”.
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The man who shut down a Sydney emergency department
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‘I don’t like to lose’: Giant-killer declares war on controversial NSW industry
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The ‘non-negotiable’ tolling laws Minns won’t back down on
NSW Labor is keeping its options open, but was quick to rule out one recommendation of the Fels review.
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Wealthy Boomers should use super for aged care: taskforce
A government-appointed taskforce says a special aged care levy would not be fair to future generations when older Australians are retiring with growing levels of wealth.
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Australia yet to ask India to search for man wanted over woman’s body in wheelie bin
An Indian politician said the grieving parents of Chaithanya Madhagani did not know their daughter was dead until their son-in-law turned up at the weekend with the couple’s three-year-old son.
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‘It takes everything away from you’: Why Dean Widders went to the Leniu hearing even though it opened old wounds
Watching Monday night’s judiciary hearing at NRL HQ brought back bad memories for the NRL education manager, who was the victim of a racial slur during a game in 2005.
Around the clubs: Benji turns to Tigers rookies, Addo-Carr pushes to play
Benji Marshall has turned to a teen prodigy and unknown centre as Josh Addo-Carr races the clock and Souths add another representative star to their casualty ward.
How the new short dropout rule has already spawned game-changing tactics
The NRL’s latest rule change has led to 80 per cent of dropouts now going short instead of long. So what does this mean for the game’s best attacking kickers?
‘Go Bananas’: Greyhound Racing NSW sacks staffer over Ezra Mam gaffe
On the same night the NRL dealt with Ezra Mam being called a “monkey”, form comment for a dog named Ezra Man running at Maitland read “Go bananas!”
Carey bounces back from Ashes death threats as McDonald defends Smith
The abuse Alex Carey received on social media after stumping Jonny Bairstow when he left his crease at Lord’s last year also included threats to his family.
Dragons reject request for Lomax to talk to Eels and rival clubs
Parramatta recently contacted the Dragons to enquire about Lomax’s contract status, with St George Illawarra saying the 24-year-old did not have their blessing to explore his options.
The giant France debutant who slipped through Wallabies’ fingers
Emmanuel Meafou was consistently ignored in Australia. After debuting for France in the Six Nations on Sunday, he reminded the Wallabies what they missed out on.
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It took a 6.30am message for Spencer Leniu to realise he’d used a racial slur
Rugby league started drawing a line on racial vilification long ago. The startling and raw testimony Leniu provided on Monday night showed how far there is to go.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
