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Explainer
United Nations
Why can’t the world’s peacekeeper end fighting in Gaza, Ukraine?
Two regional conflicts are threatening global peace. Could the United Nations step in – and, if so, why hasn’t it?
Noa spent 245 days captured by Hamas. Then an IDF soldier knocked on the door
The freed Israeli hostage spoke about the moment of her rescue, eight months after Hamas terrorists dragged her away from the now-infamous Nova music festival.
From Robert Mugabe to Alexander Downer: Jeremy Hearder retires after 65 years as a diplomat
Quietly spoken diplomat Jeremy Hearder concedes it is “probably” time to go as “I’ve had a very good innings”.
Exclusive
Title Deeds
Exclusive Brethren’s leading family expected to cop a loss on $9.5m Dural estate
The purchase of the luxury acreage by Gareth Hales two years ago “shocked the flock” for its opulence. Lucky for them, it had no mortgage.
In NSW, there are now 50,000 short-term rentals. The area with the most isn’t Byron Bay
A levy on short-term rental accommodation is being considered by the government, but regional property owners say any broad-based levy would kill tourism.
Sydney’s market just slipped. Here’s which areas are strongest and weakest
Sydney’s property market has slowly come off the boil since the start of the year, but do the softer neighbourhoods spell what’s coming for the rest?
Investigation
Web culture
‘I have to live with it’: The people trying to hide from Google
Australians are paying big money to online reputation management experts to manipulate search engines and remove content – but with mixed success.
Opinion
Income tax
Think twice this tax time, the ATO has AI watching
If you’re someone who has historically been lax with record keeping, you can expect an audit from the tax office’s new AI-powered systems.
Victoria Devine
Money columnist
Going deep: Who has the right stuff for life on a submarine?
Australia needs at least 3000 submariners by the 2050s for its new nuclear submarine program, but only a rare few have what it takes to deal with the pressures.
Opinion
Money & relationships
What the hell is wrong with men? Yes, it’s a multiple-choice question
It’s a question that researchers and, let’s face it, women, have been asking for decades.
Parnell Palme McGuinness
Columnist and communications adviser
Opinion
Donald Trump
I am a Christian but my tribe supports Trump. I feel like I no longer belong
The Christian support for Donald Trump, both in the US and here, has me scratching my head.
Tim Costello
Chief advocate for the Alliance for Gambling Reform
Opinion
History
Queen Victoria had a dog called Looty. What does that tell you?
Marc Fennell has attracted a global audience with his podcast and series Stuff the British Stole. Luckily, there’s no shortage of contraband.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
When Taylah learnt she was having quads, she received a message from a stranger
When members of multiple birth clubs learn a local family is joining them in the chaos of having twins, triplets or even more new arrivals, they mobilise.
‘Truckification’ of family car creates culture of menacing driving, motorists say
A majority of Sydney motorists believe the drivers of large utes and SUVs have bad and dangerous attitudes towards driving.
Mosley’s wife says ‘we will not lose hope’ as new CCTV footage emerges
As the search for the British TV doctor continued on a Greek island for a third day, his wife spoke of the family’s “unbearable” wait for news.
Shane Rose thought ‘mankini-gate’ was the drama of his year – until a 550kg horse crushed him
Just weeks after a Borat swimsuit scandal, the three-time Olympian suffered 19 fractures in a horror training accident. But three months later he’s back in the saddle.
Analysis
NRL 2024
Can the Bulldogs cut Mitchell Moses down to size?
In front of a large crowd that is expected to include Blues coach Michael Maguire, the Eels star faces a unique challenge at Accor Stadium on Monday.
Editor's Picks
Opinion
Retirement living
There are four types of modern retirees. Which one are you?
Bec Wilson
Money contributor
Just in
Weekend Reads
Rob Schneider on working with Sharon Stone: ‘Her beauty intimidated me’
“When I later met supermodels, I remember thinking, ‘I just don’t know what I would do in a relationship with that’,” says the 60-year-old comedian.
Opinion
A letter to my sister before the arrival of her first baby
Motherhood is overwhelming in its abundance – an abundance of love so powerful it can break down doors and an abundance of fear that any number of things could go wrong.
Jamila Rizvi
Columnist
Sydney
Care homes resist laws that would boost residents’ rights
Providing feedback on the federal government’s proposed aged care act, the sector raised concerns about exceedingly high expectations from older people for care.
‘Turn them back at the border’: Call for ban on forced labour goods
Shein and Temu are soaring in popularity among Australian consumers, but experts say the risk of forced labour needs to be investigated with brands banned.
Exclusive
Performing arts
Unseen for 60 years: Lost Beatles tape unearthed at secondhand market
Sydney filmmaker and former musician Greg Perano bought an old 8mm film that contained live footage from the legendary Sydney Stadium gigs for $11.
The Sydney suburb with a no-pub policy
The inner west may be known for its pubs and bars, but one neighbourhood has retained its “dry” reputation thanks to an unofficial ban.
Exclusive
NSW budget
NSW counted Sydney Metro property sales twice. It was a $1 billion mistake
NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey is warning of a bad-news budget, but it just got even worse after bean counters uncovered a big problem.
NRL 2024
‘Too much to lose’: Lewis urges Walsh not to rush back from concussion
The Queensland legend and rugby league Immortal revealed his probable CTE diagnosis last year. Now he is urging the Maroons fullback to follow the experts’ advice.
Broncos 12 Sharks 22
Sharks surge in second half to leap back to top of ladder
The Sharks will be aiming for a swift return to the top of the ladder, but they will have to do it the hard way against the Broncos in Brisbane. Follow all the action.
Politics
Analysis
Political leadership
Dutton, PM think they’re on a winner with nuclear power. Only one man can be right
Peter Dutton’s promise to bring nuclear power to Australia could make or break his quest for the Lodge. Anthony Albanese is counting on it.
Business
Opinion
Retirement living
There are four types of modern retirees. Which one are you?
Retirement age and the concept of retirement in Australia is changing dramatically, and there are four distinct approaches emerging.
Bec Wilson
Money contributor
Opinion
Budgeting
How to streamline your costs and instantly up your income
Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
Money contributor
Opinion
Ask an expert
When my kids inherit my shares, how much tax will they have to pay?
Paul Benson
Money contributor
World
Israel rescues four hostages in raid Palestinians say killed 210
Israel’s largest hostage rescue operation since the war began saved four hostages from central Gaza amid a heavy air and ground assault.
Opinion
Shorten’s speechwriter earns $310,000 a year. So what
Jacqueline Maley
Columnist and senior journalist
When the PM is snookered, he goes from statesman to scrapper. Just ask Jodie
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Behind the locked doors of a DV safe room wasn’t my life, until suddenly it was
Julie Lewis
Weekend Features Editor
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Property
‘Tiny’ Chatswood block sells for $2.02 million after 17 buyers registered to bid
The sheer interest underscores the dearth of affordable options between a unit and house in the suburb and much of the north shore.
Exclusive
Title Deeds
Where do you go when you’ve sold Australia’s most expensive house for $130m?
A pair of rag traders have found just the right downsizer digs in Bellevue Hill for about $14 million, a bargain compared to its original hopes.
Good Food
Lifestyle
‘A heartbreaking decision’: The news no fashion brand wants to share
In what some fashion veterans are calling the worst trading conditions in 25 years, more brands are closing amid falling spending and rampant discounting.
Culture
Myths, spin and outright lies: the truth behind the logging industry
Scientist David Lindenmayer confronts the entrenched myths around the Australian logging industry and our native tall forests.
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Sport
Analysis
NRL 2024
Madge’s safety net will get him only so far with Blues
The NSW coach wants to follow the Queensland example, where critics and the media put aside their differences to support the Maroons. But he’s under pressure after just one game.
Exclusive
NRL 2024
Jack Rabbit: Souths join the race to sign de Belin
The veteran St George Illawarra forward could reunite with Wayne Bennett at South Sydney if he fails to agree terms on a contract extension with the Dragons.
Shane Rose thought ‘mankini-gate’ was the drama of his year – until a 550kg horse crushed him
Just weeks after a Borat swimsuit scandal, the three-time Olympian suffered 19 fractures in a horror training accident. But three months later he’s back in the saddle.
Analysis
NRL 2024
Can the Bulldogs cut Mitchell Moses down to size?
In front of a large crowd that is expected to include Blues coach Michael Maguire, the Eels star faces a unique challenge at Accor Stadium on Monday.
Warner, Head lead Australia to big win over England
The first big heavyweight match of the Twenty20 World Cup failed to live up to the billing as Australia marked a comfortable 36-run victory against England.
Swiatek blasts her way to fourth French Open crown
Iga Swiatek has blasted her way to a fourth French Open singles title, dismantling Jasmine Paolini quite mercilessly on Court Philippe Chatrier.
‘Too much to lose’: Wally Lewis urges Reece Walsh not to rush back from concussion
The Queensland legend and rugby league Immortal revealed his probable CTE diagnosis last year. Now he is urging the Maroons fullback to follow the experts’ advice.
Have Your Say
The top 10 must-watch races at Australia’s swimming trials
There is often more pressure on swimmers at the trials than the Olympics. These are the races to keep an eye on in Brisbane next week as the country’s best battle it out.
