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UK election
‘Robust’ campaign included ‘abuse and intimidation’ of candidates, official says
The chief executive of the UK’s Electoral Commission has released a post-polling statement as Keir Starmer’s Labour Party is poised to take power.
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UK politics
Labour set for crushing election win, exit poll predicts, as voting closes in Britain
An exit poll coinciding with the end of voting at 10pm local time forecasts Labour will win 410 of the 650 seats in the House of Commons.
This man will be Britain’s PM. But who is Keir Starmer?
Barring an almighty upset, Keir Starmer will become British prime minister on Friday when his Labour Party ousts the ruling Conservatives after 14 years. It is no mean feat.
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Paddy’s Markets set to be transformed into a mega food hub after court win
A landmark court ruling will force bric-a-brac traders to make way for an influx of new food operators set to open in the Haymarket precinct. Here’s a taste of what’s to come.
Sydney’s housing reforms have shaken up the city, and there’s more to come
The premier says the need to get more homes built, particularly for young people, is not going to disappear any time soon.
Diagnosing dementia is complicated. An algorithm could change that
Scientists in the US and Australia are using artificial intelligence to keep up with an estimated 78 million dementia cases by 2030.
‘Bigotry at its finest’: Usman Khawaja slams Dutton over Muslims remark
The Test cricketer has accused the Opposition Leader of “fuelling Islamophobia” for remarks he made in a press conference.
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Sydney emergency
Colleagues distraught at drowning of ‘kind-hearted soul’
Kaushik Chatterjee’s death has shocked friends and co-workers after he got into strife at a remote beach.
Kokkinakis withdraws from Wimbledon as two Australians remain in contention
Only two Australians remain in Wimbledon contention after a day of elation mixed with heartbreak and missed opportunities.
Opinion
Wallabies
Rugby union is not about to collapse, despite what the NRL keeps telling us
According to those within RA’s four walls, Joe Schmidt, who is set to usher in a new era for the Wallabies on Saturday, has been everything Eddie Jones was not.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Olympians may face a wee problem on the Seine during opening ceremony
Olympic organisers have planned a spectacular opening ceremony down the River Seine like no other. However, there could be an issue.
‘Incredible’ first-time footage reveals intimate life of blue whales
An Australian citizen science project with a shoestring budget has unveiled priceless insights into the lives of blue whales.
Joe Biden says he needs more sleep and less work at night
Biden began a conversation with governors by declaring he was continuing in the presidential race, leaving some feeling that any further discussion was chilled.
Analysis
Gas
Yes, we really are dumb enough to import our own gas
There’s plenty of blame to go around for the current mess we’re in.
‘Do it’: Julia Louis-Dreyfus on the serious step she took with her mum
From Seinfeld and Veep to a hit podcast and new choices with her 87-year-old mother, Julia Louis-Dreyfus is rolling with a fast-changing industry – and world.
Witchery has a new, edgier look. Reactions have been mixed
It’s Witchery’s turn to hit the reboot button on its 54-year history. While some embraced the change, not everyone was happy.
Flying to Europe? Here’s how to get a free (or cheap) stopover on the way
Why arrive exhausted? Some airlines are offering a free stopover, while others offer major discounts on hotel stays and more.
NRL 2024
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Twelve years removed from the NRL, Brian Smith makes shock bid for Eels job
Just when you thought you knew all the candidates in the mix for the Parramatta job, a man who first coached in 1984 has entered the race.
The tactical shift behind Roosters’ most dangerous attack in 90 years
The Roosters already had a string of attacking options at their disposal. Trent Robinson’s shake-up has finally unlocked how to take full advantage of them.
Sydney
Chinese ‘tourist’ jailed over fatal breast surgery
A Chinese national used between nine and 12 times the safe dose of an anaesthetic before performing a botched procedure that killed a Sydney woman.
Thousands of patients face massive cost hikes as hospitals pull plug on NIB
St Vincent’s Health Australia has given notice to the insurance giant that it will terminate its contract after negotiations broke down.
CCTV released after three women attacked in Sydney robbery spree
A major police manhunt is under way after a masked man armed with a knife and hammer robbed multiple people.
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Private schools
Former Shore headmaster takes legal action against school
Tim Petterson left in July 2022 after a review of the school’s culture found new leadership was needed.
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Surfing
When Brett scalped himself on a remote island, a Learjet flew him to hospital
Drinking too much overseas can void your travel insurance. Being forgetful about your luggage may also mean you won’t get covered. It pays to check the fine print.
SEE & DO
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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Torture, murder, lust and lies: Don’t miss this thrilling Tosca
Puccini’s masterpiece becomes a gripping, visually captivating game of cat-and-mouse in this new production.
Politics
Banned on one, blocked on all: Dating app abusers face platform-wide exile
Under a new industry code of conduct, users booted from an online dating service owned by a company with multiple apps will be barred across the other platforms.
Business
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Franchising
Sharetea Australia ‘very happy’ after three-year fight against Taiwanese giant
Sharetea Australia has gained the exclusive rights to use the brand in the country – but it faces ongoing battles with disgruntled franchisees.
World
US sees major ‘breakthrough’ in Israel-Hamas talks
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told US President Joe Biden he has decided to send a delegation to resume stalled negotiations on a hostage release deal with Hamas, their administrations said.
Opinion
Forcing Biden out would have only one beneficiary
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Journalist and commentator
Amid champagne gifts and shameless rorting, one institution is fighting back
Shane Wright
Senior economics correspondent
We need to get out of ‘meeting hell’. Here’s how
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Property
Broken dishwasher, pins poking through the carpet. Then she got a $130 rent hike
Intense competition to find more affordable homes in Sydney has driven unit rents up $50 per week since last year. Can it continue?
Eight of our favourite luxury homes for sale right now
From a character-filled 1920s arts and crafts residence to a twin-pavilion home with sea views, we’ve rounded up our top picks.
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Lifestyle
She is 36, has a PhD and is heading to the Olympics to compete in breakdancing
In a sporting first, Rachael Gunn will be putting her skills to the test at Paris 2024.
Culture
More beasts, less bedroom action: House of the Dragon changes course
The second season of George R.R. Martin’s Game of Thrones prequel has wisely focused more on the dragons, but the story-telling still feels back to front.
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NRL 2024
Panthers part ways with Taylan May after confidential settlement
After a series of off-field dramas, 22-year-old winger Taylan May has played his last game for the three-time premiers.
Opinion
Wallabies
Rugby union is not about to collapse, despite what the NRL keeps telling us
A new era starts under new Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt on Saturday against Wales.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Analysis
Wallabies
The currency of hard graft: Deciphering Joe Schmidt’s first Wallabies team
Rugby Australia bosses would sell their grannies for a win over Wales on Saturday but Schmidt appears focussed on the long game.
Why it’s illegal for Spain’s teenage star to play 90 minutes at Euro 2024
Lamine Yamal has taken the tournament by storm - but the 16-year-old could be costing his team €30,000 every time he plays past 11pm due to Germany’s labour laws.
‘Once I’d finished up, I felt relief’: Buddy embraces life after the Swans
On a rare return to Sydney, Lance Franklin opens up on life after the AFL and the prospects for his former team.
The Jo(e) glow: How Australia jagged a pair of world-renowned coaches
Not much went right for Australian rugby in 2023. But it shocked many when they finished the year with two star coaches.
Moses frustration hits boiling point as Eels sink to fourth-straight loss
South Sydney mastered the wet conditions at CommBank Stadium on Thursday night to continue their mid-season revival with a 32-16 victory against Parramatta.
Have Your Say
Sorry, but rugby players posing in lingerie in 2024 is not ‘regressive’
Just as female athletes are transcending stereotypes, their agency is being stripped by former female athletes applying the very paternalistic lens they themselves sought to escape.
Emma Kemp
Sports reporter
