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Biden says he is ‘first black woman to serve with a black president’
A week after Joe Biden’s disastrous debate with Donald Trump, the sitting president appears to be fighting for his political life.
Cops slammed for letting kids pretend to be criminals at Brisbane event
A paddy wagon has been removed from a NAIDOC event after complaints of “shameful” behaviour by police liaison officers.
Brisbane lord mayor questions ruff rules for dogs in cafes
Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner has asked residents whether they want cafes and restaurants to be allowed to welcome dogs after a cafe was forced to enforce the rules and not allow pooches inside following an anonymous complaint to council.
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UK election
Watch: UK PM Rishi Sunak speaks at his constituency vote return
We are hearing from the prime minister for the first time on a night predicted to deliver a Conservative Party wipeout.
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Keir Starmer
When I met Starmer, he’d have won my ‘least likely PM’ vote. Look at him now
He’s cautious, a bit bland and with no big vision, but he’s ousted the crooked Conservatives in this chaos-weary country.
Kathy Lette
Writer
Analysis
UK politics
Celebrations to be short-lived as Starmer stares down monumental challenges
Within days, the problems of a broken Britain will be placed on the new Labour hero’s shoulders.
Security guard convicted over depraved plot to rape and kill British TV star
Gavin Plumb had been attempting to live his “ultimate fantasy” and was described by the prosecution as someone who had an “obsession”.
Opinion
Jobs
Why do young people hate their jobs? I’ll give you a clue
Why should young workers slave away at a job they hate when the traditional rewards of hard work, such as owning a house, are so far out of reach?
Jim Bright
Careers contributor
Opinion
Marriage
What makes for a good husband? It’s the small things
At a time when almost half of Australian marriages end in divorce, TV presenter Richard Hammond has some smart advice for men. And it’s got nothing to do with a sexy hotel stay or a Zamel’s catalogue.
Kate Halfpenny
Regular columnist
Brisbane’s most exciting restaurant openings of 2024 (so far)
From glitzy steakhouses and laneway CBD diners to new French from the Happy Boy crew and the arrival of a southern hospitality powerhouse, here’s what to tick off.
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.
Can Kevin Costner pull off his craziest career move yet?
Costner has defied the odds before, but the four-part, self-funded Horizon series is by far his most ambitious project yet.
How Australia’s music cartels are driving up the cost of live shows
The ACCC has told a parliamentary inquiry that “vertical integration” adds as much as 20 per cent to the cost of live music events in Australia.
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
Queensland
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Crime
‘It’s OK’: Lehrmann allegedly consoled woman during Toowoomba rapes
Bruce Lehrmann has been committed to stand trial for rape after his barrister failed to have the case thrown out of court.
Wrong e-scooter charger led to fatal explosion
The death of a man was an accident after he suffered burns to 90 per cent of his body in a blaze, a coroner has ruled.
Brisbane rents hit record highs, as tenants max out budgets in many suburbs
Brisbane is now the second-most expensive capital city to rent a unit. But in several areas, tenants have nothing more left to offer.
Perspective
Casinos
Queen’s Wharf will be a winner but no denying many visitors will lose
At a time so many people are already struggling to keep a roof over their heads, this shiny new palace won’t help.
Queen St tower sells at $50m discount as Australia’s office block problem gets worse
A private group have settled the purchase of an A-Grade office tower at 240 Queen Street for $250m.
Politics
Updated
Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Accusations, intimidation and resignation: Payman quits Labor
Rebel senator Fatima Payman creates a political firestorm with her decision.
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.
Opinion
Insolvency
A series of unfortunate events: Demise of Booktopia is a page turner
Elizabeth Knight
Business columnist
World
Keir Starmer was moments from quitting. Now he’s hours from being Britain’s next PM
Barring an almighty upset, Starmer will become prime minister, his Labour Party ousting the Conservatives after 14 years. It is no mean feat.
Opinion
Forcing Biden out would have only one beneficiary
Charles M Blow
Journalist and commentator
Amid champagne gifts and shameless rorting, one institution is fighting back
Shane Wright
Senior economics correspondent
Labor believes Fatima Payman’s rebellion was plotted for a month
Niki Savva
Award-winning political commentator and author
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Property
Brisbane rents hit record highs, as tenants max out budgets
Brisbane is now the second-most expensive capital city to rent a unit. But in several areas, tenants have nothing more left to offer.
It’s not like Melbourne! Cooper Cronk’s very Sydney property ding-dong
The former Maroons and Melbourne Storm star has been in a property tussle a long way from his former Richmond bachelor pad.
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Lifestyle
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Savvy traveller
I flew 300 hours in economy class last year. Here’s how I get the best seat
When faced with long-haul horror, gaining a spare seat or an entire row of seats on “full” flights demands strategy and tactics.
Flip Byrnes
Writer
Culture
More beasts, less bedroom: 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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Paris 2024
When Leisel Jones was 15 she won an Olympic silver medal. But she says she made a big mistake
The Olympic Games are unique - and so are is the pressure that come with racing in them. Not everyone finds a way to handle it.
The numbers proving Walsh’s return can – and must – salvage Broncos’ season
It’s clear the fullback has to re-invigorate the Broncos’ attack, one which has faltered dramatically through a season-damaging losing streak.
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 focused on the long game.
Olympians may face a wee problem on the Seine
Olympic organisers have planned an opening ceremony down the river. But there could be an issue.
Exclusive
NRL 2024
Panthers part ways with Taylan May after confidential settlement
After off-field dramas, 22-year-old winger has played his last game for the three-time premiers.
‘Very happy’: De Minaur books third round spot in straight sets
Australia’s top hope Alex de Minaur has booked his third round spot after defeating Spain’s Jaume Munar.
AFL’s ‘opening round’ set to return in 2025 – but clubs want change
Clubs are preparing to make it clear to the AFL that significant issues that arose due to opening round need to be addressed.
Have Your Say
A plane seat next to Kochie changed his life. Now he wants to win in Paris
If not for sport, gold medal hopeful Rheed McCracken would struggle to fathom where he would be today.
