Opinion
Analysis
Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Australia must not lose the war within over religion, ideology and politics
While there is a huge difference between spilling blood and paint, recent episodes reflect a radical intolerance for different political, ideological and religious views.
- by Chip Le Grand
Latest
Analysis
Social media
Church stabbing, Bondi Junction highlight X’s failure to moderate
The misinformation and persistence of graphic videos can cause real harm to a huge audience.
- by Tim Biggs
Letters
Letters
Lehrmann ruling sets a new high standard
Readers respond to the verdict of the Lehrmann defamation case and the performance of Justice Michael Lee.
Opinion
Dating
The secret to success on dating apps is economical
There are many factors to finding the perfect match online, but a win is always found with the right numbers.
- by Siena Fagan
Editorial
Donald Trump
World watching as Trump finally fronts courtroom
Much hinges on Donald Trump’s fate in an American courtroom as he fights for the presidency and his freedom.
- The Age's View
Opinion
Supermarkets
Belting Brad: Senate turns supermarket CEO flogging into Olympic sport
The sparring between Greens senator Nick McKim and Woolies boss Brad Banducci deteriorated into an unedifying headbutting contest.
- by Elizabeth Knight
Analysis
Political leadership
A stabbing, a riot, a nation divided: Albanese’s toughest test
Albanese did all the right things. He said all the right things. Yet the events of Monday night exploded regardless.
- by David Crowe
Analysis
Aged care
Unlicensed aged care advice could hinder your later retirement years
Families need advice they can trust on the often complicated fee structures of aged care homes.
- by John Collett
Opinion
Trade
‘New Competition’? It’s protectionism with an industry policy veneer
Australia is about to join the protectionist wave sweeping through major economies with its “Future Made in Australia” scheme. History suggests we shouldn’t.
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
Analysis
Defamation
The omnishambles that Bruce Lehrmann unleashed on himself
Bruce Lehrmann has gone from cause celebre to disgrace. Along the way he has managed to damage and hurt many lives and reputations.
- by Harriet Alexander
Opinion
Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Iran has given Israel licence to ‘go nuts’. But there are reasons to resist
Israel faces a dilemma of historic proportions as it decides how to respond to Iran’s weekend attack.
- by Peter Hartcher
Analysis
Defamation
Forensic gaze of Justice Lee left no one unscathed in Lehrmann defamation case
Bruce Lehrmann, Brittany Higgins and Lisa Wilkinson were all criticised in a defamation judgment that will be required reading for years to come.
- by Deborah Snow
Opinion
University
Unpaid internships are one thing, but paying to work? That’s absurd
The most recent school term has been educational for me and exhausting for my flatmate … and not because we have kids.
- by Millie Muroi
Letters
Letters
My beautiful daughter has schizophrenia – care can be like a train crash
Readers respond the Bondi tragedy; violence against women, and Docklands.
Opinion
Life in the ’burbs
My bayside suburb is split in half by eight lanes of pain
When I moved house, friends in the “Bayside Bubble” promised they would visit. But one thing turned out to be as much of a psychological barrier as a physical one.
- by Sofia Dedes
Opinion
Retirement living
A comfortable retirement? Not on these numbers
As a recent retiree, I finally have more free time on my hands. I confess, I use a chunk of that free time wondering how long I can afford to enjoy all that free time.
- by Paul McShane
Analysis
Defamation
Lehrmann judgment will bring some comfort to sexual assault victims everywhere
The judgment by Justice Michael Lee in finding Bruce Lehrmann was a rapist is a masterpiece of common sense and cut-through.
- by Jacqueline Maley
Opinion
Casinos
Star wars: The dirty fight between the casino and its regulator
It is very difficult to imagine how the current board of Star will be able to mend its relationship with the regulator and navigate the path to restore its licence.
- by Elizabeth Knight
Opinion
Currencies
Why the US dollar is setting off alarm bells around the world
Suddenly, tension and uncertainty have gripped financial markets, making them highly volatile.
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
Opinion
WordPlay
In praise of the eggcorn, the English language’s most logical mistake
Suffering from rumourism? You’ll need a courtesan shot for that.
- by David Astle
Analysis
AFL 2024
Intense demands on Dees, Pies; here comes Harley: Key takeouts from round five
You may have heard of No.1 draft pick Harley Reid. On Sunday, he showed he’s both a monster and a surgeon on the field. Plus, the Lion who had a breakout game against Melbourne and the fixture demands on Collingwood and Melbourne.
- by Andrew Stafford
Analysis
NRL 2024
The good, the bad and the unknown: Where to now for Rabbitohs?
South Sydney showed enough fight in defeat against Cronulla to buy coach Jason Demetriou some time, but their problems haven’t gone away.
- by Dan Walsh
Opinion
Australian economy
Coping with higher prices on smaller portions and chicken nuggets
The past few years have been tough financially for many of us, and it’s potentially changing our eating habits.
- by Rachel Clun
Letters
Letters
Docklands’ sorry state is not yet a lost cause
Readers discuss the state of Docklands and argue that the riverfront suburb’s “just a wind tunnel” reputation can be turned around.
Opinion
AFL 2024
Four Points: Reality bites as Hawks sink to 54-year low; Bevo’s Bulldogs out of tune
The Hawks haven’t started a season this badly since 1970, and if they lose to the Kangaroos this week, the heat will turn right up, while at the Bulldogs, Luke Beveridge is experimenting with new material, but diehard fans are not convinced.
- by Peter Ryan
Analysis
Defamation
‘Books will be written’: Judgment day in Lehrmann defamation case
Justice Michael Lee will deliver his decision on Monday in Bruce Lehrmann’s defamation case against Network Ten and Lisa Wilkinson.
- by Michaela Whitbourn
Opinion
Running
Want to take up running? You might be having an identity crisis
As much as we pretend it’s purely for health and wellbeing purposes, running in the modern age has become a performance in and of itself.
- by Brandon Jack
Analysis
Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Iran has failed to land a punch. What happens next is in Netanyahu’s hands
If full-scale war eventuates, it would have deep consequences well beyond the Middle East, rippling all the way to the Indo-Pacific.
- by Peter Hartcher
Tight Five
Super Rugby
New Zealand no longer the lions’ den as Australian stocks rise
The ‘Lions phenomenon’ may be helping Australia’s Super Rugby contingent with the Rebels uncovering a new rising star.
- by Paul Cully
Opinion
US politics
Why Iran’s latest attack should give Australia pause for thought on AUKUS
Australia is in the thick of the United States’ global alignment, and as a key ally, we will rise or fall by its tide.
- by David Livingstone
Analysis
Violence
Why are men randomly punching women in New York?
When Lisa Pires saw women saying they were randomly punched in New York in the lead-up to her holiday there, it sounded too absurd to be true. Then it happened to her.
- by Ginia Bellafante
Opinion
Sharemarket
You can now short Donald Trump, but should you?
Short-selling meme stocks can be a “yuuuge” mistake.
- by William Bennett
Opinion
Religion
A friendship that lights the way
How a journey to the Holy Lands had a ripple effect.
- by John Dupuche
Analysis
NRL 2024
Struggling Schuster vows to fight back after Manly blow
With his career in limbo, troubled star Josh Schuster has broken his silence after being told by the Sea Eagles he can speak to rival clubs.
- by Danny Weidler
Analysis
AFL 2024
The bidding war for Richmond’s fabulous Baker boy
With shallow talent spread across 18 clubs and the Tassie Devils about to eviscerate the drafts, Richmond’s Liam Baker has picked a good time to be up for grabs.
- by Jake Niall
Opinion
Superannuation
Why the Coalition’s super-for-housing plan is a terrible idea
The Coalition is again spruiking its plan to let young people use super to buy housing. Let me list the (many) reasons this is a terrible idea.
- by Victoria Devine
Opinion
Ask an expert
I don’t want to be a landlord, so what do I do with my property proceeds?
Being a landlord can be a headache, but choosing where to invest the proceeds of your house sale can also be challenging.
- by Paul Benson
Opinion
Gender equality
MONA shows why lost boys find #MeToo anti-men
The case was a literal example of what some men’s rights activists say is the new discrimination against men that post #MeToo feminism has enabled.
- by Jacqueline Maley
Opinion
Gender
Can trans women and biological women share an identity? This case may provide an answer
Identity is fundamental to what it is to be human. The Tickle v Giggle case is exploring whether a trans woman can occupy the same space as someone born female.
- by Parnell Palme McGuinness
Opinion
Five Minutes with Fitz
‘It stuns even me’: Could this visionary cure blindness?
The work of Gerard Sutton and his team may do for blindness what cochlear implants did for deafness.
- by Peter FitzSimons
Opinion
Hip pocket
Pets are pricey, let’s not pussyfoot around
Cats, dogs and other furry friends give endless love, but they don’t come cheap. Commit with care.
- by Dominic Powell
Opinion
AFL 2024
A crying shame: Lion should cop a week for stupidity
The Brisbane Lions have a chance to lead by example in stamping out personal sledging. We’re waiting ...
- by Greg Baum
LETTERS
Letters
Dutton’s lack of understanding over Port Arthur
Peter Dutton’s use of Port Arthur in a recent speech draws criticism from readers.
Opinion
Organised crime
How Sicily’s mafia is tightening its grip on the economy
Sicily’s tourist hot spots are living an economic boom thanks to shows like The White Lotus. But behind the beauty, its underbelly is spreading its wings.
- by Rachel Sanderson
Analysis
AFL 2024
Bulldogs put Liberatore into concussion protocols after ‘concerning’ collapse
While Tom Liberatore passed a head injury assessment and reported no symptoms, he will now miss Thursday night’s clash against St Kilda, after the worrying vision of his collapse.
- by Greg Baum and Peter Ryan
Analysis
Doping
The running debate on doping that’s lasted four decades
It’s obscene that we know everything about the East German doping machine, yet we’re still talking about how to recognise that fact and offer redress all these years later.
- by Darren Kane
Opinion
Competition
Why the crackdown on ‘killer’ deals is no silver bullet
Changes aimed at stopping oligopolies becoming more entrenched through mergers make sense. Just don’t hold your breath for lower prices as a result.
- by Clancy Yeates
Opinion
Musings
Building a flower bed: how hard can it be?
I made my flower bed, I’ll lie in it.
- by James Colley
Opinion
Retirement living
How to live better now we’re living longer
It’s likely we’ll all live much longer, and we want those years to be good years. Here’s how to make that happen.
- by Bec Wilson
Opinion
Workplace culture
Why one good idea could save your languishing career
When careers stagnate, most commonly it is due to a crisis of imagination. We have run out of ideas about how to do things differently.
- by Jim Bright