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How To Poison a Planet
As kids they splashed in the bubbles. Then these sisters got the same one-in-a-million tumour
There are burning questions about the health effects of the “forever chemicals” that are in us all.
Plans for massive towers above Sydney CBD metro station revealed
Justin Hemmes is part of a consortium competing against a global investment giant to build a massive precinct in the CBD.
Controversial former mayor runs for council again
Khal Asfour was dumped from Labor’s NSW Upper House ticket over an expenses scandal. But he’s seeking re-election to Canterbury-Bankstown council in September.
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NRL 2024
Roosters star makes shock decision to retire
Three-time premiership-winner Luke Keary has decided to finish his decorated career, two months after signing a contract extension.
Man charged over alleged street fight with Paul Kent
A man will face court charged with affray after an alleged incident involving the senior News Corp journalist on Saturday night was filmed and circulated on social media.
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Courts
Police visited her home 153 times in 20 months. Now Megan is fighting back
Two NSW mothers are challenging police powers to enter their homes, often late at night, to check whether their children are complying with bail conditions.
In UK filing, AstraZeneca admits for first time its COVID vaccine can cause rare side effect
Lawyers argue the vaccine produced a side effect which has had a devastating effect on a small number of families.
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Domestic violence
Amani’s dad murdered her mum. Now she says leaders must listen
Women cannot be left with a choice of poverty or evil, advocates argue, as data reveals which parts of Sydney are most afflicted by domestic assault.
Priced out: Home buying hurdle nearly doubles in half a generation
Potential home buyers are facing sky-high savings goals unimaginable even a decade ago, and looking for solutions to bridge the gap.
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Mental health
Scott Morrison has broken an Australian taboo, and we should be grateful
That the former PM was an active participant in our toxic political culture should not make us less sympathetic to his own difficulties.
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In an undiscovered cave, Josh came face-to-face with a human-sized skull
One of Australia’s most complete fossils to date has emerged from a labyrinth in regional Victoria.
It’s a TV legend! See the Mr Squiggle drawings chosen for the National Museum
Before Bluey, Australian kids loved a pencil-nosed, moon-dwelling marionette. Now he and his cast of characters have found a new home.
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Literature
Top writers boycott State Library Victoria over accusations of censorship
Some of Australia’s highest profile writers, including a dual Miles Franklin winner, have announced they will no longer work with the library.
The world’s most underrated countries for food
If you’re looking for your next great meal in this moveable feast we call life, it might be time to head to these often-overlooked places.
Are you getting dirty enough? Experts say it can improve health
Whether you’re gardening or doing a mud run, there are countless health benefits to playing in the dirt.
Judges urge contestants to dare to dream, before destroying one of them
It’s the first elimination of the season and it’s all about sobby backstories and food dreams.
NRL 2024
Sharks ruin Ricky’s 500th as they wreak havoc in Canberra
Ricky Stuart celebrated his 500th match as coach but Cronulla spoiled the party with a Nicho Hynes-inspired 40-0 romp.
Lomax asked for coaching clause in his new Eels contract
Zac Lomax wanted to play under Brad Arthur and requested a clause in his deal to join Parramatta. The Eels were emphatic in their response.
Sydney
Groundhog Day: a stubborn bout of rain is coming to Sydney
Monday will cap off a glorious run of sunny weather before a week of rain sets in, with the potential for heavy downpours by the weekend.
Stabbed bishop returns to pulpit with a message two weeks after alleged terrorist attack
Wearing an eye patch, Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel delivered his sermon.
Man charged with murder after stabbing in Sydney’s north-west
The fatal incident at a home in Quakers Hill was one of three serious stabbings in NSW within 24 hours.
Man charged with 20 offences after alleged Central Coast rampage
Police officers, dogs, a helicopter and the tactical operations unit were mobilised to find and arrest the man.
Spike in ‘wheel wear’ forces old passenger trains to be pulled
The problems besetting some of NSW’s oldest passenger trains illustrate the pressure on the state’s ageing fleet.
Politics
Australia can fine tech companies $782,500. In other countries, penalties can reach $35 million
Australia is looking at overseas examples as it weighs up increasing the penalties it can issue to major companies, under a review of its online safety regime.
Business
Banks expected to report more than $15b in half-year profits
Despite continued pressure on bank profit margins, analysts expect the big four to post relatively resilient earnings over the next two weeks.
World
Dozens honour Benito Mussolini at site of Italian fascist leader’s arrest, execution
The anniversary fell on the same day that PM Giorgia Meloni led her far-right Brothers of Italy party in an election rally in the city of Pescara.
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Property
Sydney suburbs where house prices have jumped the most
Some of Sydney’s strongest house price growth over the past year hasn’t been where you’d expect.
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Title Deeds
Nick Fairfax leads Sydney’s well-heeled to dig deep on multimillion-dollar plans
A scion of the newspaper media dynasty sure got the attention of his Manly neighbours recently.
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Lifestyle
The best date night make-up trick? Play up one feature at a time
Whether it’s a bright lip, giant lashes or a smoky eye, we’ve got you covered.
Culture
Nicole Kidman receives historic Hollywood honour
The first Australian to be honoured by the American Film Institute, Kidman paid tribute to her parents Janelle and Tony and their unwavering faith in her.
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NRL 2024
Roosters star Keary makes shock decision to retire
The three-time premiership winner will finish his decorated career at the end of the season, two months after signing a contract extension.
‘Stressful’: Waratahs provide update on Coleman’s coaching future
Rugby Australia has finished its review into the Waratahs program and Coleman, in the third and final year of his contract, has been seeking clarity.
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NRL 2024
Mitchell considers withdrawing from Origin to focus on Rabbitohs
In a sign of Latrell Mitchell’s frame of mind and his commitment to South Sydney, the 26-year-old is weighing up his immediate representative future.
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Women's Super League
Brilliant Fowler brace keeps Man City on top in title race, but blow for Ange as Spurs lose to Arsenal
The title battles in both the English Premier League and Women’s Super League remain neck and neck, but there were contrasting fortunes for Aussies Ange Postecoglou and Mary Fowler.
You little Ripper: Smith’s team takes out dramatic LIV event, but it could mean so much more
Cameron Smith, Marc Leishman, Lucas Herbert and Matt Jones rode a wave of home emotion all the way to two play-off holes in scenes comparable to the Ryder Cup.
Swans soar into the top two with demolition over Hawks at the MCG
John Longmire’s side set up a mouth-watering derby with GWS on Saturday after thumping Hawthorn by 76 points.
Lomax asked for coaching clause in his new Eels contract
Zac Lomax wanted to play under Brad Arthur and requested a clause in his deal to join Parramatta. The Eels were emphatic in their response.
Have Your Say
Kiwis open to an Anzac Day Bledisloe – but based on this weekend, there’s no need
A round of trans-Tasman clashes in Super Rugby was compelling and showed the competition is flying.