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A new investigative podcast about one of Australia’s most controversial cases.
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Wimbledon
‘Devastated’: De Minaur pulls out of Wimbledon ahead of Djokovic clash
Alex de Minaur made the announcement at an impromptu media conference hours before his quarter-final. He is also in doubt for the Olympics later this month.
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University
Elite universities lower ATARs in favour of special entry schemes
Universities are increasingly moving to US-style portfolio-based entry schemes, leading to fears they could undermine the HSC.
Analysis
Greyhound racing
Why NSW Labor won’t take same road on greyhounds as Baird
Former premier Mike Baird stunned the industry when he banned greyhound racing. Labor watched on but will not follow his lead, despite more damning revelations.
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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
‘I’ll be fighting tooth and nail’: Why this Muslim leader is backing Labor
The government has run into trouble trying to find an envoy for Islamophobia, someone it hoped to unveil at the same time as the new antisemitism envoy.
Opinion
Climate crisis
In 2022, I left court in tears. Standing in parliament felt like deja vu
Protecting current and future young Australians from the impacts of climate change is all we ask from our politicians. But still, they refuse to safeguard us.
Anjali Sharma
Climate activist
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Australians abroad
Australian executive found unconscious in California
Colin Bettles was found with severe injuries on a San Francisco street and was in a coma for days before his family tracked him down.
Collapse of $61m pub deal casts fresh gloom over Oxford Street
The two pubs were sold last year with grand plans to create an Ivy-style mega-complex on Taylor Square. Those prospects appear to be dashed.
Rebel Wilson tries a new tactic to sell Sydney property
The Hollywood star and newly minted author is taking the next step in severing her real estate ties with Australia.
Mona’s ‘priceless’ toilet cubicle Picassos? Turns out they’re not
The controversy around the Ladies Lounge, a conceptual women-only space at Tasmania’s Museum of Old and New Art, has taken yet another turn.
King allows public to see other side of famous balcony for first time
Inside the Centre Room at Buckingham Palace, a first group of visitors will be allowed to peer out at where crowds gather for jubilees, royal weddings and birthdays.
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Antisemitism
Top university rejects antisemitism definition over academic freedom
The Australian National University refused to adopt a contentious definition of antisemitism used by other tertiary institutions.
Woman killed ‘sugar daddy’ and used severed thumb to steal from bank account, court told
The 22-year-old from Washington is accused of using the thumb of a 53-year-old man to steal money to pay for Uber rides and marijuana.
Three tonnes of tuna and 2400 pies: Australia’s Olympic team by numbers
The Australian Olympic Committee has released a breakdown of quirky statistics about the team heading to France.
Cale jumps into starting role as new Wallabies skipper Wright battles injury
Captain Liam Wright is in doubt for the second Wallabies Test against Wales, opening up new roles for Charlie Cale and James Slipper.
Despite its issues, Britain’s answer to Vegas keeps bringing in tourists
Years of under-investment, deprivation, unreliable weather and boozy stag and hen parties haven’t stopped Blackpool being fun for all the family.
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This TV series nails the parenting paradox like no other show
Inspired by Martin Freeman’s own experiences, Breeders depicts the willingness to die for one’s children – and the desire to kill them.
A restless partner or noisy neighbours? How to deal with sleep disruptions
A sleep disorder specialist shares tips to sleeping better, even when those around you are keeping you awake.
SEE & DO
A wildly entertaining play to get you excited about Australian theatre again
Our critics deliver their verdict on the latest shows around town.
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Forget the macho men, Jodie Comer is the real star of The Bikeriders
Tom Hardy and Austin Butler bring the beef as members of a Chicago bikie gang, but Jodie Comer is the main reason to see this film.
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Greyhound racing
Explosive report alleges ‘exploitation and suffering’ in NSW greyhound racing
The former chief vet at Greyhound Racing NSW has claimed that the industry is barbaric, immoral and unsustainable, and leaders are inflating the number of re-homed dogs.
The white van, the eastern suburbs car park and the alleged global drug ring
As the 23-year-old Sydney man approached the van in the dead of night, police were waiting to swoop.
Premier makes call on greyhound racing after damning report
Chris Minns says allegations of systemic animal cruelty in the NSW greyhound racing industry will be investigated but ruled out shutting down the sport.
‘Funny’: Accused gang rapist’s lawyer targets woman’s texts
The barrister for one of three men accused of gang rape during a buck’s weekend has argued messages sent by one woman are evidence nothing criminal occurred.
The best and worst areas in NSW for NAPLAN revealed
The breakdown of NAPLAN results by state electorate shows the worst-performing areas are about seven academic school years behind the top achieving parts of the state.
NRL 2024
Cleary’s Penrith to spearhead Las Vegas quadruple-header in 2025
Las Vegas 2025 is being marketed as ‘bigger, bolder and better’. See which NRL and Super League teams will feature – and when.
‘No beaches in Penrith’: Jarome Luai rescued on surfing trip
The NSW five-eighth had to be pulled from the water at Urbnsurf as the Blues hit the waves on Tuesday.
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Jobs
Some jobs are so unusual they’re not listed by the ABS. Brianna’s is one
If you’ve never heard of aquarists, you’re not alone. They belong to one of Australia’s most unusual worker tribes.
Business
Quirky wearables come full circle with Samsung’s ‘smart ring’
The Korean tech giant has unveiled a new line of folding phones, along with a ‘health ring’ designed to be worn at all times.
World
Le Pen faces criminal investigation after French election campaign
Revelations about the investigation into her finances surrounding her 2022 presidential bid come as a new poll places her as the frontrunner in the next race.
Opinion
Stop fishing for red herrings and start fixing the problems
Bran Black
Business Council of Australia chief executive
Replacing Biden will solve one problem but create another
Bruce Wolpe
Senior fellow at the US Studies Centre and former political staffer
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Property
Where distressed property listings have risen most as home owners buckle
Although the volumes are not yet back to the levels of five years ago, they have picked up since this time last year.
Investor beats 14 others to $1.29m Surry Hills one-bedder with outdoor loo
The tiny sandstone cottage had no parking but attracted a crowd of first home buyers, investors and a son bidding for his mother.
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I lost my dream job after my boss revoked my flexible working arrangements
Reframe your experience by thinking about how fortunate you were to work flexibly for several years.
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Wimbledon
Demon sets new standards despite Wimbledon disappointment
A hip injury robbed Alex de Minaur of his chance to play Novak Djokovic on Wimbledon’s centre court in the biggest match of his life, but his legitimacy as a player cannot be taken away.
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Wimbledon
Injury forces de Minaur out of Wimbledon hours before his blockbuster match against Djokovic
Australian star made the announcement at an impromptu media conference hours before he was due to take to the court to face the grand slam champion.
The last Origin decider in Brisbane featured a brawl. It’s why the Blues won’t back down again
Michael Maguire has preached to his team not to take a backwards step. So, if there’s a repeat of the last major State of Origin brawl, Blues players won’t be slow to react.
Three tonnes of tuna and 2400 pies: Australia’s Olympic team by the numbers
The Australian Olympic Committee has released a breakdown of quirky statistics about the team heading to France.
Cale jumps into starting role as new Wallabies skipper Wright battles injury
Captain Liam Wright is in doubt for the second Wallabies Test against Wales, opening up new roles for Charlie Cale and James Slipper.
River Seine is good to swim in, says Meares
Australian chef de mission Anna Meares says water quality in the River Seine is now at acceptable levels.
RA launch appeal as mud sticks for Junior Wallabies after Ireland washout
Australia’s young stars were denied their shout at a place in the world championship finals when a game was cancelled due to a muddy pitch. Two games were later played on the same field.
Have Your Say
History points to Maroons three-peat – but don’t put your glasshouse on it
After day one of the State of Origin gibber fest, it’s fair to say “bullying” will be the buzzword of choice in the lead-up to the decider.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
