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Awkward moment for Biden in first debate; Trump denies Stormy Daniels affair

Awkward moment for Biden in first debate; Trump denies Stormy Daniels affair

The first general election debate of the 2024 season kicked off with US President Joe Biden and his Republican rival Donald Trump squaring off. Follow our live coverage.

The embassy event that was a masterclass in winning friends in Trump’s orbit

Scott Morrison’s book launch was an unlikely look at what Australia’s diplomatic efforts might be like under a return of Donald Trump.

Why freezing out 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 in the party’s future.

Nine to cut up to 200 jobs as ‘economic headwinds’ bite

Nine chief executive Mike Sneesby.

Executives from Nine’s broadcast, publishing and radio divisions are discussing the extent of cuts with staff as the company seeks $30 million in savings across its operations.

Treasury steps up to limit ‘strategic’ security overreach

The risk of foreign disruption has to be balanced in such a way that economic activity is not unnecessarily curtailed.

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Rupert Murdoch originally had higher price hopes.

Rupert Murdoch slashes New York penthouse price by more than half

He reportedly paid just under $US58m a decade ago, then tried to sell for slightly more. He’s now asking $US28.5m.

‘Familial generosity’: Fadi Ibrahim learns fate after gangster brother repays $600k
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‘Familial generosity’: Fadi Ibrahim learns fate after gangster brother repays $600k

The Sydney identity has been sentenced for dealing with suspected proceeds of crime after his brother, Michael, tried to smuggle black market tobacco.

After Lynn’s murder conviction, all I can think about is the families left behind

Gregory Lynn, Russell Hill, Carol Clay

Amid all the sensational details of a case that gripped many of us for four years, I can’t stop thinking about one thing: those left to pick up the pieces.

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Teary PM condemns ‘direct threat’ by teen terror suspect to his family

Anthony Albanese fought back tears after revealing the manifesto of a teen terror suspect allegedly included threats to the prime minister’s family.

Is Dracula an antihero? Kip Williams prepares to farewell STC with bite

Zahra Newman (with prosthetic dentistry) is starring in Sydney Theatre Company’s Dracula.

Dracula is the final piece in STC’s Gothic trilogy, which started with The Picture of Dorian Gray and continued with Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde.

Roisin Gallagher shines in this darkly comic ‘Irish Fleabag’

In The Dry, Roisin Gallagher plays 35-year-old Shiv, a recovering alcoholic who returns to her less-than-helpful family in Dublin.

In the vein of This Way Up and Derry Girls, The Dry is a female-driven comedy that celebrates the uncomfortable edges of family life.

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He’s shaped how Australians dress for 50 years. And he’s far from done

Steve Bennett, who founded Country Road in 1974, has been called “Australia’s Ralph Lauren”. Some of his most iconic work is probably in your closet.

The art of gnaw: Niggling opponents is a dark art, but does it work?

Most evidence in sport is anecdotal. Anything beyond that would be a rigorous, perhaps impossible, undertaking for social scientists. But some have tried.

Forget it, Jake. It’s Chinatown (and Origin)

Bench captain … Jake Trbojevic

After two Origin games, it’s getting harder to see exactly what playing role Michael Maguire has in mind for his captain. But would the Blues coach be game to leave Jake Trbojevic out for the decider? Inconceivable.

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LeBron James, son Bronny to play together at Lakers

No father-son duo has ever played alongside each other in the NBA before but that will soon change.

Six times more: Call for higher prices for foreigners amid Japan tourism boom

Himeji Castle.

A mayor suggesting tourists should pay up to six times more than locals to enter attractions is gaining support.

Times are tough but these eight great new restaurants and bars show Sydney still sizzles

Co-founder and chef Raymond Hou works the new grill at Firepop, Enmore.

Despite a harder economic climate for hospitality operators than usual, plenty of bars, restaurants and cafes are still pumping in the city.

From Dave Grohl to Charli XCX: Five ways to maximise a pop feud in 2024

In today’s saturated pop landscape, feuds are a proven way to boost yourself to viral stardom. Here’s how it’s done.

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Michael Cheika.

Cheika out of the running for NRL, Waratahs roles after joining English club

Michael Cheika has been linked with multiple roles in the NRL and Super Rugby. But he’s signed to coach a rugby team in England - who just sacked an Aussie.

Blues coach Michael Maguire talks to Jarome Luai and Mitchell Moses at half-time of Origin II after rushing to the sideline.

Talking tactics at an airport baggage carousel? Maguire has no off switch

When the going was so good in Melbourne, the NSW coach climbed out of the coaching box and walked all the way to the MCG sideline in the first half - just to know what they were feeling.

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Police at the scene of a fatal stabbing in Russell Lea on Thursday.

New housemate charged with stabbing murder of inner west woman

Police arrived at the home to find a bloody crime scene. The man charged with the woman’s murder moved into her home only two weeks ago.

On Sydney’s most hated road, idea of light rail takes root

Parramatta Road on Thursday.

There is support for plans to install light rail along Parramatta Road, but the reception from the government is much less enthusiastic.

Sydney man abandons wife overseas after she fell out with his mother

A Sydney man caught on CCTV threatening a woman and her child onto a flight to India from Sydney became the first person in Australia to be convicted for an exit human trafficking offence in 2021.

The 44-year-old man drew up an itinerary for their trip with details of their flights. It was bogus. He had a return flight, but his wife’s ticket was one-way.

Spike in NSW passenger train faults sparks urgent repair project

Maintenance work will be ramped up on the state’s train fleet.

New figures show train faults have increased almost one-third in the past year, resulting in cancellations and delays to services.

Council ordered to pay woman $283,000 over slip on mulch slope

Kathie Salman fell over while negotiating the change in surface from mulch/bark to spongy rubber.

Kathie Beatrice Salman successfully sued a Sydney council after she rolled her ankle while moving from a bark surface to spongy rubber in a children’s playground.

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Zakir Hussain

A Beatle urged him to stick with tabla. Now he’s the top living player

This year alone Zakir Hussain has taken home three Grammys and appeared in a Dev Patel film – now he’s heading to Australia.

Radio Birdman today, from left: Jim Dickson (bass), Dave Kettley (guitar), Rob Younger (vocals), Deniz Tek (guitar), Pip Hoyle (keyboards), Nik Reith (drums).

These are the July gigs that should be on your calendar

From Australian punk-rock royalty to a rapper who now plays the flute, here are the month’s must-see shows.

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The art of gnaw: Niggling opponents is a dark art, but does it work?

Most evidence in sport is anecdotal. Anything beyond that would be a rigorous, perhaps impossible, undertaking for social scientists. But some have tried.

Kurtley Beale can bring much-needed experience to a new-look Wallabies outfit.
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My Wallabies team against Wales - and Kurtley Beale is in

Beale’s return to top-level rugby has been a surprising subplot this year, and his selection indicates Joe Schmidt has a particular role for him in mind.

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Bench captain … Jake Trbojevic

Forget it, Jake. It’s Chinatown (and Origin)

After two Origin games, it’s getting harder to see exactly what playing role Michael Maguire has in mind for his captain. But would the Blues coach be game to leave Jake Trbojevic out for the decider? Inconceivable.

LeBron James, left, poses with his son Bronny in 2019.
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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.

Lewis Miller fouls Son Heung-min in the Asian Cup quarter-final.

Despite World Cup expansion, this will be no cakewalk for Socceroos

But for a total of 3.35 FIFA ranking points, Australia could have had a much easier road to the 2026 World Cup. Instead, they are facing a familiar, but no less formidable challenge.

Blues coach Michael Maguire talks to Jarome Luai and Mitchell Moses at half-time of Origin II after rushing to the sideline.

Talking tactics at an airport baggage carousel? Michael Maguire has no off switch

When the going was so good in Melbourne, the NSW coach climbed out of the coaching box and walked all the way to the MCG sideline in the first half - just to know what they were feeling.

Liam Martin loves the fact he is hated by Queenslanders.

‘No friends up there’: Martin relishing life as Public Enemy No.1 in Queensland

Liam Martin has replaced Jarome Luai and Latrell Mitchell when it comes to the most despised Blues player. He doesn’t care.

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