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The Reporter Podcast: Tow Trucks and Death Threats
A reporter exposed an industry’s corruption and violence. Detectives warned him to leave town.
Explainers
Expert background and analysis on key issues and news events.
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US Votes 2024
Biden sells self as candidate of democracy; Candidates clash over abortion, economy
It’s not surprising that Biden is pitching his re-election as a fight to preserve American democracy.
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LoadingWhat to know before this morning’s blockbuster Biden v Trump debate
It’s been four years since the pair last shared a debate stage, and polls suggest they are virtually tied as they edge towards an election rematch in November.
Opinion
US election
Watching Biden versus Trump? Don’t pass the popcorn, pass the sick bag
Ludicrous though it seems, the future of US democracy could turn on one split-second flashpoint.
Nick Bryant
Journalist and author
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WA news live
East Perth set for revitalisation; New Perth Glory coach; Bali dengue fever warning
Our live news blog is the place to be to ensure you keep up with WA news as it breaks.
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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Why freezing out Senator Fatima Payman wouldn’t look good for Labor
Payman is not the first young woman of colour to have crossed the establishment and sparked fury. And there will be more like her.
Breaking
Media & marketing
Nine to cut up to 200 jobs as ‘economic headwinds’ bite
Broadcast, publishing and radio division executives are discussing cuts as they seek $30 million in savings across its operations.
No prosecution after two workers nearly killed by swinging platform
WA’s safety regulator has let companies off the hook, says the union for offshore workers.
Opinion
Social media
Do you recognise this man? He has 300 million die-hard fans but isn’t famous
MrBeast created possibly the single largest mass-truancy event in Australian history this week, and yet you probably haven’t even heard of him.
Waleed Aly
Columnist, co-host of Ten's The Project and academic
Budget office warns of bracket creep; Biden and Trump to face off in first presidential debate
Treasurer Jim Chalmers is touting new figures that show the Labor government is on track to record back-to-back surpluses, pointing out it’s the first time this has happened in “almost two decades”.
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Political leadership
Barnaby Joyce quits alcohol, loses 15kg after infamous night he barely remembers
Colleagues say the firebrand has never been sharper having lost 15 kilograms, partly through runs around Canberra’s northern suburbs and playing touch footy.
‘Read the room’: Protest gains momentum over Perth Shein pop-up
Pressure is mounting for global fast fashion brand Shein’s Perth pop-up to be scrapped for a second time over environmental concerns.
Anthony LaPaglia to electrify Perth audiences in Death of a Salesman
A strained relationship with his own salesman father is fuelling LaPaglia’s celebrated performance as theatre’s great battler in this acclaimed production.
‘It’s Netflix – it’s got to be drama’: Perth star speaks out on rivalry ahead of Tour de France
Jai Hindley headlines the group of six Australians who will start the 111th Tour de France on Saturday – a race defending champion Jonas Vingegaard enters on the back of a death-defying crash.
Australian scoops $480,000 fashion prize in Paris
The designer known for his daring cutouts and celebrity clientele debuted on the Paris Fashion Week schedule less than 12 months ago.
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THE PEOPLE OF PERTH
‘I’m always comparing myself to others my age’: Perth people open up
In the paradise of Perth, people have their challenges, whether depression, pressure to succeed or missing a former home. Nevertheless, they’re still driven by dreams.
Cassius Turvey’s mother addresses event as 2024 WA Australian of the Year
After Mechelle Turvey’s 15-year-old son, Cassius, was fatally assaulted coming home from school, she began training police recruits in dealing with victims of crime. On Tuesday, as WA 2024 Australian of the Year she addressed the state’s Inspiring Australians’ Breakfast.
Western Australia
More pain for Shein pop-up; Stink raised over bag set on fire at electorate office
Pressure is mounting for global fast fashion brand Shein’s Perth pop-up to be scrapped for a second time, while police investigate after a bag was set on fire outside Liberal MP Ian Goodenough’s office.
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Crime
Perth man allegedly takes out hit on father-in-law
The 42-year-old Maddington man has been charged with attempted murder for allegedly arranging for three men to kill his father-in-law.
‘Read the room’: Ag Society urged to scrap second Shein Perth pop-up as petition gains momentum
Pressure is mounting for global fast fashion brand Shein’s Perth pop-up to be scrapped for a second time over environmental concerns.
Ex-Collingwood player granted bail following deaths of two WA women
Two elderly women described as the “backbone of their community” were killed this month when their car collided with one allegedly driven by Shannon Cox.
High-profile witness list grows in Reynolds, Higgins defamation trial
Fresh dates have been set down for Linda Reynolds’ defamation trial against former staffer Brittany Higgins, as the names of more high-profile witnesses prepared to take the stand emerge.
Politics
‘Creative nous’: Rudd suggests he played a pivotal role in Assange’s release
His comments came as the opposition accused Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of giving Assange, who pleaded guilty to a conspiracy charge, an overly warm welcome.
Business
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Mergers & acquisitions
Treasurer gives the tick to $4.9b ANZ-Suncorp deal
The transaction is the biggest banking deal in Australia since Westpac bought St George in 2008.
World
Abbott, Howard earn Putin’s ire, hit with sanctions
Russia’s relations with Australia have deteriorated to unprecedented lows since Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine more than two years ago.
Opinion
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Property
How to buy a one euro house in some of the world’s most gorgeous locations
Is Aussie property giving you the pip? Don’t get mad, get on a plane.
The Perth postcodes where houses are selling at a loss
Back in 2020, nearly half of homes were sold at a loss in Perth, now in a remarkable turnaround the percentage of loss-making sales has declined to 6.4 per cent.
Good Food
Recipe collection
Best of
The 50 most popular new recipes of the year (so far)
Lifestyle
On the coast of Italy, a garden holds more than 150 years of family wisdom
The key to maintaining a beautiful garden? Keep it in the family.
Culture
Anthony LaPaglia to electrify Perth audiences in Death of a Salesman
A strained relationship with his own salesman father is fuelling LaPaglia’s celebrated performance as theatre’s great battler in this acclaimed production.
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NBA
LeBron James, son Bronny to play together at Lakers after draft move
No father-son duo has ever played alongside each other in the NBA before but that will soon change after 19-year-old Bronny James was picked up by his famous father’s team.
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AFL 2024
‘It’s something we should look at’: Dillon puts State of Origin back on the AFL’s agenda
The AFL seemed to have given up hope of a State of Origin of its own, but new CEO Andrew Dillon has different ideas. He wants to see the best face off against the best in the AFL and AFLW.
AFL teams: Lever back for Melbourne, Kangas lose Wardlaw to concussion
A full round of AFL footy is back after the mid-season bye period. See the selected teams as they’re announced for round 16.
Opinion
Paris 2024
Why is Australia picking a fight with the US Olympic swim team?
Australia is looking at a record haul in the pool at the Paris Olympics — but we’re setting ourselves up for a monumental face-plant with the job not yet done.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Why Lion’s injury return could ignite top-four hopes
Coach Chris Fagan said the 20-year-old had “wanted to break the world record for coming back from an ACL”. Reality said otherwise.
Olympic sports funding package worth weight in gold – and almost half a billion
Australia’s Olympic sports and athletes have received a record-breaking financial boost less than a month out from the Games getting under way in Paris.
World Cup qualifying draw LIVE
Graham Arnold’s side avoided the logistical nightmare of a trip to North Korea, but have been drawn to face two very familiar opponents for the third consecutive World Cup qualifying cycle.
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Why is Australia picking a fight with the US Olympic swim team?
Australia is looking at a record haul in the pool at the Paris Olympics — but we’re setting ourselves up for a monumental face-plant with the job not yet done.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
