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The wounded of Singapore Airlines 321 recall flight’s horror
Several Australians are in the intensive care unit of a Bangkok hospital after Singapore Airlines flight 321 hit severe turbulence on a flight from London.
Rain-soaked Sunak calls snap election as Tories face thrashing
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak cut an almost comical figure as he stood, drenched, in pouring rain outside 10 Downing Street.
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Mergers & acquisitions
Anglo rejects BHP’s $74 billion third offer, but leaves door open for deal
BHP has gained a one-week extension to come up with an improved and binding takeover offer for Anglo American after its rival rejected its latest bid.
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State Parliament
V’landys: I’ll have final say on turning Rosehill Racecourse into housing
The racing boss says there is “no conspiracy” over his connection to the plan to turn the racetrack into a “mini-city” of 25,000 new homes.
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Nuclear energy
Coalition seats the focus of nuclear locations
Despite a day of confusion among senior MPs about the timing of opposition energy policy, the nuclear plan is imminent.
Opinion
Energy
The politicians who are pro-nuclear energy, until it’s in their backyard
Only in January, ex-deputy premier Paul Toole was staunchly pro-nuclear. This month, he had a change of heart.
Alexandra Smith
State Political Editor
A smoother bus ride is on the way to one of Sydney’s busiest CBDs
A $115 million depot for electric buses will be built in Sydney’s north as the state plays catch-up with the rollout of charging stations and upgrades to existing depots.
Spending the inheritance: Boomers splurge as young cut back on essentials
Young people have been cutting back on items such as groceries and health insurance, while over 65s have increased spending in almost every category.
How to sell your home for $112,000 more than your neighbour
A new report finds how to fetch a higher price, attract more online listing views and make a home more liveable in the meantime.
Thousands of Australians want a place at a top US university. Here’s how Rizina got hers
Australian students vying for entry to elite US and UK universities are beginning their college preparations from as young as 12.
If you win tonight’s $150m Powerball, odds are you’ll have big decisions to make. Here’s what to do
The chances of you taking home the jackpot are extremely slim, but if you do, experts say there are ways to deal with all that cash and your emotions.
Do you really need those antibiotics? Experts weigh in
How worried should we really be about antimicrobial resistance? And how can we avoid it?
Wait list for weight loss as Ozempic replicas banned in four months
Elyse used a compound version of Ozempic for a year to lose weight. She says taking replicas off the market will only create more distress.
Opinion
State of Origin
There’s one Rabbitoh NSW must pick for Origin. It’s not Latrell
Origin can bring out the best in players looking to escape the dramas at their club. Michael Maguire can do that with Souths’ mercurial star.
Andrew Johns
League columnist
Opinion
The Fitz Files
‘Marvellous’ moments in sport commentary are dying out
Where are the Benauds, the Comettis, and the Warrens of the new generation? It might be the case that the talent is there, we’re just not listening like we used to.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
My six Airbnb horror stories (that you need to avoid when booking)
Sometimes it is the fault of the host. Other times it was my mistake. I’m confessing both kinds here, so that you can learn from my mistakes.
Disgusting desserts made in microwaves make this MasterChef ep almost relatable
As week six of the cooking show crawls to its conclusion we ask ourselves – who the hell is Sue?
This year’s Vivid Music program is massive – here are the must-see acts
This year’s festival features more than 70 artists. We’ve narrowed it down for you.
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Opinion
NRL tests Roosters players for drugs following bogus social media claims
The Roosters and RLPA are angry after players were tested following unfounded claims they had taken party drugs the night before the match against Cronulla.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
‘I haven’t lost the passion’: McGregor puts hand up, Hannay’s agent set for Eels talks
The man who helped the Eels to the grand final two years ago is the first to publicly express an interest in the position made vacant by Brad Arthur’s sacking.
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Education
‘A lot of angst’: Sydney principals spooked as school funds vanish
The removal of funds from schools’ bank accounts comes after a funding freeze and coincides with a $10,000 pay rise for teachers.
Police respond to suspicious death on suburban Sydney street
Police have made an arrest after a man died at a unit complex in Sydney’s south-west on Wednesday evening.
‘We’ll welcome Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift back’: Sydney pushes for NFL game
Just months after the megastar singer and her boyfriend jetted into town, Sydney hopes the couple will be back for a historic NFL game.
Latham’s comments triggered death threats against MP, court told
Sydney MP Alex Greenwich is suing the former NSW One Nation leader for defamation over a tweet that plays on offensive stereotypes about gay men, a court heard.
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Domestic violence
Anger, revenge, domestic violence: Why do fathers kill their children?
The Lismore man suspected of killing himself and his two-year-old son has left a community bereft. Many are asking what is behind such a heinous act.
SEE & DO
Shardlake is a fascinating protagonist in this 16th century murder mystery
Disabled actor Arthur Hughes plays an English barrister who gets to the bottom of the machinations that surround King Henry VIII.
‘Clouds’ onstage and other strange challenges solved by this design supremo
Designer Elizabeth Gadsby loves to push boundaries in her work.
Politics
Shadow treasurer changes script on Dutton’s immigration cuts
Angus Taylor stated a different net overseas migration target to Peter Dutton’s announcement last week. The government labelled the shadow treasurer’s comments “shambolic”.
Business
The Star not suitable for licence in any circumstance, inquiry told
Counsel assisting Caspar Conde said there is no indication the casino giant is fit to be given a licence, even under the eye of a special manager.
World
‘All of a sudden I was on the roof of the cabin’: Australians recount SIA terror
A flight from London to Singapore hit severe turbulence on Tuesday, with eight of the more than 50 Australians on board in hospital.
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Property
‘Early warning sign’: Why property owners are selling their homes now
Owners are selling up in greater numbers this autumn than they were at the same time last year, new figures show.
Seven of our favourite luxury homes for sale right now
We’ve rounded up our pick of the bunch, from double-height spaces to a double-sided fireplace.
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Lifestyle
How to care for yourself while you’re caring for an ageing parent
Regardless of how much you love the person you’re looking after, caregiving can be difficult.
Culture
This memoir on grief is a treasure chest of honesty and raw humanity
When her partner of 25 years died, Nova Weetman found the necessity of work and her two children kept her connected to reality.
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NRL 2024
Wests Tigers boss flies to England on secret player clean-out mission
Shane Richardson flew to the United Kingdom as part of a selling spree that could have major ramifications on the joint venture club.
Opinion
The Fitz Files
I’m calling it: Why ‘marvellous’ moments in commentary are dying out
Where are the Benauds, the Comettis, and the Warrens of the new generation? It might be the case that the talent is there, we’re just not listening like we used to.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
‘It never stops’: Postecoglou balances transfers, holidays as Kuol faces another loan
The Tottenham coach will balance a family holiday with plotting player signings while Aussie forward Garang Kuol will get another appearance on Friday.
‘Different coaches’: Waugh says Eddie Jones chaos won’t be a factor in Cheika call
Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh says the search for a new Waratahs coach will be fast, but thorough.
‘We’ll welcome Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift back’: Sydney puts up hand to host NFL game
Just months after the megastar singer and her boyfriend jetted into town, Sydney hopes the couple will be back for a historic NFL game in the city.
Opinion
State of Origin
There is one Rabbitoh NSW must pick for Origin … and it’s not Latrell
Origin can bring out the best in players looking to escape the dramas at their club. Michael Maguire can do that with South Sydney’s mercurial star.
Andrew Johns
League columnist
‘I haven’t lost the passion’: McGregor puts hand up, Hannay’s agent set for Eels talks
The man who helped the Eels to the grand final two years ago is the first to publicly express an interest in the position made vacant by Brad Arthur’s sacking.
Have Your Say
Happy 50th birthday Brad – you’ve received the most Eels-style present ever
From club member number 2911828, here’s a tribute to the former Eels coach on his birthday.
Adrian Proszenko
Chief Rugby League Reporter
