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Royal family
As we sat feverishly speculating, there was a horrible truth confronting the Princess of Wales
It’s hard to pinpoint the moment when we came to expect the private health concern of a public figure was fair game for clicks or laughs.
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Royal family
Princess of Wales announces she is receiving treatment for cancer
Catherine said it had been “an incredibly tough couple of months” for her family.
Like Catherine, more under-50s are being diagnosed with cancer
Globally and in Australia, more people are being diagnosed with cancer before their 50th birthday.
A journalist and a naked socialite: Photos of top cop’s new media adviser raise fresh questions
Asked about the images, a NSW Police spokesperson says the force “has been provided with information which is currently being reviewed”.
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Police
Sky News Australia staffer sacked amid fallout from controversial police hiring
The controversial appointment of veteran Seven News journalist Steve Jackson to run media affairs for NSW Police has taken an unexpected turn.
‘Despondent’ building boss knocks down pitch for prefab homes
NSW Building Commissioner David Chandler said politicians saw off-site construction as a “panacea” for housing affordability woes, but it was “not even on the near horizon”.
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Mass shooting
Gunmen kill more than 60 at Moscow concert hall, Islamic State claims responsibility
US intelligence has confirmed Islamic State’s claim of responsibility for one of the deadliest terror acts in Russia in decades. Russian President Vladimir Putin has been briefed.
Crossbenchers urge PM to side with ‘progressive majority’ on religious discrimination
Crossbench senators have challenged Anthony Albanese to bypass the Coalition to settle years of debate over religious freedom laws and guarantee LGBTQ students are protected at school.
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ATO
Inside the ‘ecosystem’: the Brethren businesses in the sights of the tax office
The ATO this week conducted an extraordinary unannounced raid on the politically connected sect known as the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church, which preaches a “hatred” for the world.
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NRL 2024
Bulldogs extend lead after epic charge-down from Kikau
Canterbury are chasing success for the first time this season as they take on the Gold Coast at Belmore in the first of three NRL matches. Follow the action throughout the day.
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World Rugby
Seventeen dead minutes: Why World Rugby had to act after Cup final
The 2011 Rugby World Cup final was by no means a classic. But comparing it to last year’s showpiece event proves that rule changes have turned rugby into a waiting game.
Paul Cully
Rugby columnist
Police hunt for three men after brawl in Allianz Stadium members bar
As the Roosters demolished South Sydney 48-6 on Friday night, four men made their way into the members bar of Allianz Stadium and began to fight.
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Mardi Gras
Pink fit over Murdochs’ million-dollar gift
Lachlan and Sarah Murdoch have inadvertently landed in the centre of tensions over Sydney’s new multimillion-dollar queer museum.
‘Dad was right and I was wrong’: Gai’s Golden Slipper admission
It is now the world’s richest race for two-year-olds, but Gai Waterhouse is still using the formula her father developed more than 50 years ago to win the Golden Slipper.
How humans are taking whale food and feeding it to cats and dogs
“It’s like a dystopian, post-apocalyptic David Attenborough documentary where you have penguins swimming on one side and a massive trawler on the other.”
New Powerhouse Museum warehouse opens amid union complaints
Weeks after Powerhouse Ultimo closed for renovations, a new facility opened to store relocated items – and it’s already been the subject of union complaints.
New class of luxury unveiled on board iconic Australian trains
A new class of rail travel offers more room and art-deco distinction.
You know what? A slice of cake is not a meal, Qantas
“My wife and I have recently flown on two lunchtime economy class flights. Neither flight offered a meal.”
NRL 2024
Luke Brooks keeps losing to best friend Mitchell Moses. Is the fightback about to begin?
In the 11 matches the former Wests Tigers teammates have faced each other, Moses has won 10 of them – but things could be about to change now Brooks is at Manly.
Panic stations? Why legend’s son is primed to salvage Broncos’ season
The Broncos three best players have all fallen to injury. But a club champion has revealed why and how one man can save their plagued start to the season.
Sydney
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Education
Almost half of private school HSC students applied for exam aid
More than 44 per cent of students at high-fee private schools, including Redlands and The McDonald College, claimed HSC disability provisions last year.
Labor figure calls emergency meeting over new bail laws
Inner West Labor Mayor Darcy Byrne says there is “red-hot” anger over new bail laws.
Will Rosehill Racecourse ever turn into its promised mini-city? We asked the people in the know
A standoff between those supportive of the proposal to sell off one of the state’s best racecourses to build 25,000 new homes and those against the plan has reached fever pitch.
‘Negligent in the extreme’: Truck driver sentenced for deadly road rage
Morgan Haverfield-Price was behind the wheel of a four-tonne concrete pumping truck when he ran over taxi driver Joe Bucca during a confrontation in Chatswood.
Tyrrell’s foster parents guilty of intimidating a child
The missing boy’s foster father was on Friday found guilty after yelling at the child in his car, while William Tyrrell’s foster mother had threatened to slap the child on two occasions.
WEEKEND READS
‘Fingers crossed’: For Julianne Moore, the old fear remains
She’s realistic about ageing and struggling with empty-nest syndrome – yet at the top of her acting game.
Autumn’s new knits, flares, shoes and more (and the inspo behind them)
Simple pieces for cooler weather: the new season’s light, transitional layers and looks.
Politics
PM urged to to side with ‘progressive majority’ on religious discrimination
Crossbench senators have challenged Anthony Albanese to bypass the Coalition to settle years of debate over religious freedom laws and guarantee LGBTQ students are protected at school.
Business
Analysis
Taxis
Uber’s ugly truths laid bare with $300m capitulation
The ride-share giant’s promise of urban transportation was always an illusion, built on the back of cheap venture capital money, worker exploitation and taking advantage of regulatory loopholes.
World
The moment Trump labelled Rudd ‘nasty’, calls flooded into the Australian embassy
The future of Australia’s relationship with its most important security partner has been thrown into doubt after the remarks by Kevin Rudd came back to haunt him.
Opinion
Why there’ll be no Olympic rings for Sydney
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
Yes, nuclear’s an option. But let there be no confusion about its flaws
Alan Finkel
Former chief scientist
The cold calculation behind Australia’s aid cuts to Gaza
Waleed Aly
Columnist, co-host of Ten's The Project and academic
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Property
Sydneysiders were trying to buy a home. Then $400,000 evaporated
Some have been forced to lean on family for help, make a compromise, or delay their decision to purchase altogether.
Our six favourite homes for sale in Sydney right now
From a fabulous warehouse conversion to an absolute waterfront retreat with jetty and boat shed, we’ve got you covered.
Good Food
Recipe collection
Best of
Five bright and banging sausage recipes to make this weekend
Lifestyle
Couples that slay together, stay together. Just ask Riri and A$AP Rocky
Why do some couples dress alike?
Opinion
Weight loss
Oprah jumping on the Ozempic bandwagon is, frankly, just sad
Kate Halfpenny
Regular columnist
Culture
When an artist is cancelled, the canvas is the last thing on his mind
Liam Pieper’s novel takes a satirical look at cancelled artist Oli Darling and the scheme to get him back in favour with the glitterati.
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NRL 2024
NRL round 3 LIVE: Bulldogs take the lead in Belmore after Preston try
Will Canterbury taste success for the first time this season when they take on the Gold Coast at Belmore in the first of three NRL matches. Follow all the action throughout the day on our live blog.
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Super Rugby
Super Rugby Pacific as it happened: Drua score first win over Waratahs after stunning drop goal in extra-time
The Waratahs have suffered a heart-breaking 39-36 extra-time loss in Fiji after playmaker No.10 Tane Edmed’s match-winning drop goal attempt hit the post.
‘Dad was right and I was wrong’: Gai’s Golden Slipper admission
It is now the world’s richest race for two-year-olds, but Gai Waterhouse is still using the formula her father developed more than 50 years ago to win the Golden Slipper.
Opinion
The Fitz Files
Why there’ll be no Olympic rings for Sydney
NSW Premier Chris Minns has poured ice-cold water on suggestions that Sydney could host the 2032 Olympic Games if Brisbane bailed out.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
Opinion
World Rugby
Seventeen dead minutes: Why World Rugby had to act after Cup final
The 2011 Rugby World Cup final was by no means a classic. But comparing it to last year’s showpiece event proves that rule changes have turned rugby into a waiting game.
Paul Cully
Rugby columnist
Roosters hammer hapless Rabbitohs as Demetriou admits ‘lowest point of my career’
Latrell Mitchell was sent to the sin-bin for a professional foul on James Tedesco as the Roosters piled on the misery for the winless Rabbitohs.
Why the door is open for more Socceroos debutants in rematch
With Riley McGree and Jordan Bos sidelined, and Keanu Baccus banned, Graham Arnold’s side will look a little different in Tuesday night’s rematch with Lebanon.
Have Your Say
Rating Sydney’s NRL stadiums from worst to best
From lifeless and loveless, to lush and luxurious, the Herald ranks your club’s Sydney stadium and gives you a chance to have your say.
