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Fears over cold, flu pills after young father’s death
The medicines’ regulator will reconsider warnings for some cold and flu tablets, after a young father died from a severe allergic reaction.
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Domestic violence
Minister charged with Bondi assault on woman
A senior government minister from Papua New Guinea has been charged with assaulting a 31-year-old woman in Bondi.
The reasons inflation fight is far from over
Australia’s inflation rate has been falling for over 18 months, but rent and insurance are among the household essentials bucking that trend.
Wallabies 25 Wales 16
International rugby
Wallabies sweep away the demons with revenge win over Wales
Australia’s Joe Schmidt era got off to a winning start on Saturday night against the nation that humbled them at the World Cup.
De Minaur through to fourth round after shock withdrawal of Pouille
Alex de Minaur advances to the last 16 for a second time without hitting a ball, after Frenchman Lucas Pouille withdraws before the match.
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State of Origin
The four Blues options to replace injured Latrell in Origin decider
NSW coach Michael Maguire has been dealt a huge blow, with Latrell Mitchell set to miss the series decider due to a foot injury.
A dozen first home buyers miss out on one-bedder in ‘hot pocket’ of Redfern
The home was in a highly coveted location but not even the bank of mum and dad could nab the keys to it.
Opinion
Inside China
China’s bid to fix one of its biggest problems has backfired
Four months ago, China’s leaders announced what seemed like a straightforward and proven plan to recharge the economy, but its citizens are not playing ball.
Keith Bradsher
The Sydney suburbs where rents have soared the most
Several once-affordable suburbs recorded rent hikes of 25 per cent or more over the past year. Is there an end in sight?
‘No phone rule’: The Sydney nightclub intent on covering up patrons’ cameras
A Sydney nightclub is asking clubbers to put away their smartphones and enjoy the atmosphere. Will it catch on?
Three years ago Keir Starmer considered quitting. Now he’s Britain’s PM
The Labour Party has swept to power, ousting the Tories after 14 years. But Starmer will have a lot of work getting voters to believe in his leadership.
‘Test of strength dating back thousands of years’: Arm-wrestlers dream of Olympics
From two guys in a garage, arm-wrestling is growing in popularity in Australia and has big ambitions.
She was once the other woman. So why am I still stalking her on Instagram?
It might be strange and slightly creepy, but I’m part of a sisterhood.
Is Australian red wine becoming more alcoholic because of climate change?
There has been a general increase in the alcoholic strength of red table wines over the past 20 to 30 years and debate continues as to why.
Dicey Topics
Good Weekend
‘I need money for a nanny’: Advice for parent dancers from Bangarra’s co-CEO
Bangarra Dance Theatre dancer, choreographer and artistic director Frances Rings on dance as a tool for survival – and her financial tips for artists.
Pope Francis excommunicates archenemy archbishop
The Vatican’s former ambassador to the US developed a fringe following by peddling conspiracy theories about COVID-19 and the war in Ukraine on social media.
The billionaire ‘French Rupert Murdoch’ shaking up the election
The rise of Marine Le Pen to front-runner in the French election is closely intertwined with the emergence of a powerful conservative media machine backed by billionaire Vincent Bolloré.
Weekend reads
Toxic ex gets the TV treatment: ‘Now it’s Asher Keddie in his arms, not me’
From a traumatic relationship came a Good Weekend cover story, then a book, and now, a TV series – proving all happy endings don’t look the same.
Nedd’s injury-laden 4000km run fascinated physios. His new plan may stun them
Nedd Brockmann became a national sensation in 2022 when he ran from Perth to Sydney. Now the man with the famous haircut has set himself a new challenge.
Sydney
Boy, 16, dies after car carrying five teenagers crashes into tree
Police say a 17-year-old learner driver was behind the wheel on Friday night and recorded a positive roadside breath test.
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City life
State government wants to close streets for parties, but can councils afford it?
The Minns government wants to close roads for more festivals, concerts and markets to boost local shopping strips. But it comes at a cost.
A white canvas shoe holds key to Cecilia’s mysterious death
The family of Devine, however, claim early mistakes by NSW Police have hampered the investigation into a possible murder in the Blue Mountains.
Inner West Council rejected the state’s housing plan. The PM gave them $2.6 million to do it again
Anthony Albanese has given his home council millions to redo housing plans already drawn up by the state Labor government.
‘Ready to take on the world’: Former editor Judith Whelan remembered
Judith Whelan was remembered by 500 mourners at the University of Sydney on Friday.
NRL 2024
Why Cleary is envious of Moses’ Origin masterclass
Nathan Cleary was so impressed with Mitchell Moses’ performance for the Blues in Origin II that he wants to incorporate some of what the Eels No.7 produced into his own game.
Penrith Panthers put Brisbane Broncos’ finals hopes in doubt
A host of big-name Origin stars are back in NRL action this week for a grand final rematch. Will the return of Reece Walsh at Suncorp Stadium spark a Brisbane side in free fall after four straight defeats?
Politics
Fatima Payman’s remarkably quick pathway into federal politics
She was a quiet backbencher for her first two years in the Senate. But for the past six weeks the former union official has become a household name.
Business
Huy Fong sriracha is almost impossible to find. Have we already moved on?
Many Australians are struggling to find their favourite brand of hot sauce – but some aren’t mourning Huy Fong’s absence in the market.
World
Mount Everest’s highest camp is littered with frozen garbage
Four dead bodies, 11 tonnes of garbage and a skeleton were removed from the world’s tallest mountain during this year’s climbing season.
Opinion
Tailgaters are dangerous bullies but the onus is on safe drivers
Malcolm Knox
Journalist, author and columnist
Will Fatima Payman become the Pauline Hanson of the left? That’s up to her
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Ten things that man’s best friend could do better
Richard Glover
Broadcaster and columnist
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Where we’d rather be: Car dealer buys one of Palm Beach’s priciest houses
The Palm Beach trophy home Karala has been a good barometer of Palm Beach’s high-end market. Its latest sale is no exception.
‘Ridiculous’: The Sydney suburbs where rents soared most
Several once-affordable suburbs recorded rent hikes of 25 per cent or more over the past year. Is there an end in sight?
Good Food
Lifestyle
Gold, silver and denim: The best and worst Olympic uniforms
Judo suits, splattered skirts and bro blazers will be worn by athletes from around the world at the opening ceremony on the Seine.
Culture
A darkly funny debut novel and the inner life of teenage girls
Our reviewers cast their eyes over recent fiction and non-fiction releases.
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Sport
Wallabies 25 Wales 16
International rugby
Wallabies sweep away the demons with revenge win over Wales
Australia’s Joe Schmidt era got off to a winning start on Saturday night against the nation that humbled them at the World Cup.
Updated
State of Origin
The four Blues options to replace injured Latrell in Origin decider
NSW coach Michael Maguire has been dealt a huge blow, with Latrell Mitchell set to miss the series decider due to a foot injury.
Round-up
NRL 2024
Golden touch: Burton and DCE step up to boot Bulldogs and Sea Eagles to victories
For the second week in a row, Matt Burton has kicked the match-winning field goal. And in the day’s late game, Daly Cherry-Evans followed suit with a clutch kick to lift Manly into the top eight.
‘10 out of 10’: Why Cleary is envious of Moses’ Origin masterclass
Nathan Cleary was so impressed with Mitchell Moses’ performance for the Blues in Origin II that he wants to incorporate some of what the Eels No.7 produced into his own game.
Analysis
Paris 2024
‘We have to earn it’: How Opals, Boomers could realise their Paris medal dreams
Australia will head to Paris with dreams of stunning the USA and winning gold. But with world basketball growing ever-stronger, the Opals and Boomers will be tested like never before.
Sharks demand explanation for four-tackle set in costly defeat
Cronulla’s loss to the Titans on Friday was overshadowed by a refereeing mistake and a controversial denied try.
‘It was taken away from me’: The Olympic champion who spent a year battling long COVID
For any Olympic gold medallist there can be a range of emotions in the weeks and months afterwards. For Matt Wearn, he couldn’t get out of bed or off the couch as he battled a virus which he still deals with before Paris.
Have Your Say
Too late to save Demetriou, but Souths’ turnaround is still a vindication
Before his sacking, coach Jason Demetriou pleaded for more time at the Rabbitohs, maintaining that the side’s poor form was on the cusp of changing. Turns out, he was right!
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
