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NRL 2024
NRL round 19 LIVE: Dolphins and Rabbitohs square after penalty try for Gray
The Rabbitohs are averaging almost 30 points a game on their five-match winning run but will face a tough test in Brisbane if they are to make it six.
- by Billie Eder
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US Votes 2024
Democrats ‘evenly divided’ on Biden as US announces new diplomatic initiative with Australia
With Biden refusing to quit, the Democrats have been left searching for an ‘executable, pragmatic pathway’ to win the November 5 election
- by Peter Hartcher
‘All the attributes of a successful coach’: Eddie Jones backs Ryles’ Eels appointment
After working with Jason Ryles during recent rugby campaigns, the former Wallabies coach believes Parramatta are onto a winner with their new mentor.
- by Adrian Proszenko and Christian Nicolussi
Should Australia house a giant vacuum cleaner to suck carbon from the sky?
Removing carbon from the atmosphere to save us from climate change is a controversial notion, but faith is growing in some new technologies.
- by Nick O'Malley
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AFL 2024
Heeney out of Brownlow race, appeal thrown out by AFL
Isaac Heeney won’t face North Melbourne on Saturday and is now ineligible to win the Brownlow Medal.
- by Vince Rugari
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Construction
Sydney apartment made by Khouzame found to have serious defects
The builder being prosecuted by the EPA over 10 tonnes of asbestos-riddled construction waste on his wife’s Southern Highlands property has been dealt a new blow.
- by Anthony Segaert
Blues brothers: Crichton siblings face off as NSW pumps up the volume
Stephen and Christian Crichton, despite both enjoying NRL stints at Penrith and Canterbury, had never played with or against each other. That changed on Thursday.
- by Adrian Proszenko
More teens are committing more violent crimes. How did we get here?
Trainee doctor William Taylor’s death has thrust the issue of youth crime back into the headlines, but statistics show it is a problem years in the making.
- by Melissa Cunningham, Wendy Tuohy and Chris Vedelago
Opinion
Dating
Dating apps are sheer hell. But I’m not ready to go ‘boy sober’, either
It takes every ounce of mental strength to not believe I am destined to end up with a man who thinks ‘doing’ countries is a personality trait.
- by Carly Sophia
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Political leadership
Albanese’s race around Australia to lock in crucial candidates
The prime minister is going to Dutton’s own seat of Dickson on Friday to unveil the Labor candidate in the battle for Queensland.
- by James Massola and Paul Sakkal
Swans defend ‘unlucky’ Heeney for action that happens ’40, 50 times in a game’
Sydney forward Hayden McLean says Isaac Heeney is “unlucky” to cop a one-match suspension for an action he says is common in the game.
Does an Instagram ‘like’ count as cheating? According to Gen Z, yes
“Micro-cheating” an internet-era term for small acts of betrayal in a relationship.
- by Tatum Hunter
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Greyhound racing
Osteoporosis drugs, track changes and abuse claims: Review into greyhound racing scandal
The state government moved to head off mounting controversy over allegations of horrific animal cruelty by announcing a review into the industry.
- by Christopher Harris and Jordan Baker
Nuclear versus renewables row is all about winning power
Although it is crucial that Australia demonstrates to the world that it will achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, the nuclear versus renewables debate is largely about winning elections.
As it happened: Dutton responds to Turnbull’s ‘thug’ attack; PM visits Queensland
Read the national news headlines for Wednesday, July 11.
- by Josefine Ganko and Lachlan Abbott
ANZ boss pledges action over inflated bonds allegations
ANZ boss Shayne Elliott says allegations that the bank overstated the value of government bonds it traded by more than $50 billion will be treated with “utmost seriousness”.
- by Millie Muroi
Sydney councils that drag heels on housing DA claim there are good reasons
Councils pinged as the slowest in Sydney at assessing development applications say there are several reasons why they rank poorly on a new league table.
- by Michael Koziol and Megan Gorrey
The Block confirmed for Daylesford after planning minister intervention
The next series of hit TV show The Block will be filmed in the country hamlet of Daylesford after intervention by the state’s planning minister to approve it.
- by Rachael Dexter and Benjamin Preiss
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World markets
ASX notches up healthy session ahead of key US data
Tech stocks and real estate investment trusts lifted the ASX on Thursday as investors turn their attention to the latest monthly US inflation data.
- by Millie Muroi
Caps on overseas uni students could cost Victorian economy $6 billion
Victoria is the state of choice for one-third of Australia’s international students. Universities say slashing migration will have major economic consequences.
- by Caroline Schelle
Opinion
Political leadership
Identity politics has the power to be meaningful. If only we stopped making it an incoherent mess
Since the resignation of Senator Fatima Payman, fretting about identity politics has become a renewed national sport. Now it’s the frame through which all political actions must pass.
- by Waleed Aly
‘Unheralded civil case’: Text from Topine’s father to Bulldogs
Lawyers for former NRL player Jackson Topine and the Canterbury Bulldogs have appeared together in court for the first time.
- by Adam Pengilly and Adrian Proszenko
Opinion
Australian economy
How can Australians be so wealthy yet still be poor?
The average Australian’s wealth grew by about 10 per cent last year but the gap between the “haves” and the “have-nots” is growing.
- by Elizabeth Knight
Balancing whacked: Wright must overcome head illness to chase gold at Teahupo’o
Seven screws in the champion surfer’s head from an off-season surgery have hampered her 2024 season. But she has no hesitation in taking on the heaviest wave in competitive surfing.
- by Dan Walsh
NRL’s rule change puts Cameron Smith in line to be next rugby league Immortal
Queensland’s generation of Origin champions will be front and centre of voting on the game’s 14th Immortal next month after a change to eligbility rules.
- by Dan Walsh
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Crime
Sydney businessman charged with sex crimes against 10 women in case ‘unlike any other’
A venture capitalist from Sydney has been charged with dozens of counts of rape and abuse against 10 women in a major test of new consent laws.
- by Perry Duffin
Bodies of mother and teenage daughter found in Sydney home
Police were called to the home in Sydney’s north-west on Thursday morning, responding to reports of a concern for welfare.
- by Clare Sibthorpe and Anthony Segaert
NATO launches diplomatic attack on China over support for Russia’s war
NATO leaders issued the alliance’s strongest-ever language calling out China’s military support for Russia’s war in Ukraine.
- by Donato Paolo Mancini and Peter Martin
Rupert Murdoch misses the big 60th bash but still makes his mark
The media mogul, his lieutenants and critics contemplate The Australian’s impact on the nation ahead of its diamond anniversary.
- by Calum Jaspan
Dean Cox leads the race to replace Adam Simpson at West Coast
Momentum for Dean Cox to become West Coast’s next coach continues to build, but Sydney won’t want to let their heir apparent go without a fight.
- by Justin Chadwick, Joanna Guelas and Oliver Caffrey
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Melbourne live reviews
Lady Macbeth deserves a better fate than Shakespeare dealt her. This play offers that chance
Horrors both supernatural and human abound in this creative and provocative re-working of The Scottish Play.
- by Cameron Woodhead, Andrew Fuhrmann, Vyshnavee Wijekumar, Michael Dwyer, Jessica Nicholas and Tony Way
Rewriting history in real time: Russia builds Wikipedia copy … with a few edits
The most sensitive moments of history have been left out or rewritten on RuWiki. The Kremlin hopes millions of Russians will now embrace these new versions as the truth.
- by The Economist
‘Courageous’ former Eagle sues club, AFL and doctors over injuries
Brad Sheppard, who suffered serious concussions that forced his early retirement in 2021, alleges he suffered losses due to negligence or a breach of contract.
- by Daile Cross
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Emergency services
We rely on them to keep Sydney running. But they can barely afford to live here
The five Sydney suburbs that are home to the most police officers are, on average, 45 kilometres from the CBD. For solicitors, the average is less than four kilometres.
- by Matt Wade and Craig Butt
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Crime
First responders had to ‘wrestle’ child from father accused of fatal blaze
The 28-year-old man who allegedly set fire to his home, trapping three children inside, has been charged with their murder.
- by Jessica McSweeney and Clare Sibthorpe
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Political lobbying
Labor mates in lobbyland: ‘I just get paid more’
With billions of dollars up for grabs, former politicians and advisers know they can charge handsomely to help big companies gain access to mammoth federal deals.
- by David Crowe
Opinion
Workplace culture
The crude piece of career advice I think about all the time
Next time you find yourself in a difficult situation at work, this admittedly crude advice might just help.
- by Tim Duggan
Black swans in ‘significant peril’ from bird flu
Australia’s poultry industry is grappling with an outbreak of H7 bird flu, but the H5N1 strain, which has spread to every other continent, could wipe out native species.
- by Mike Foley
An imaginary world that is a delight for fans of Japanese playfulness
Our critics deliver their verdict on the latest shows around town.
- by Chantal Nguyen and Harriet Cunningham
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Daylight saving
‘There’s no benefit’: Call to cut back daylight saving in NSW
NSW should knock two months off daylight saving and let it run from November to March because post-pandemic work habits have largely made it redundant, critics say.
- by Catherine Naylor
Rookie replaces injured Wallabies skipper as Wales call in cricket legend’s grandson
Wallabies captain Liam Wright will miss the second Test due to injury, while Warren Gatland and Wales have called up a breakaway with a famous surname.
- by Iain Payten
Rashida Jones’ new series packs a lot in but still never feels rushed
A black comedy about grieving, a buddy comedy with a robot, a conspiracy thriller about Big Tech – there’s a lot to absorb in Sunny.
- by Craig Mathieson
Opinion
Inside China
The US is losing patience with China
A senior US official has taken aim at China, saying “more creative approaches may be necessary” to protect the global economy.
- by Stephen Bartholomeusz
Barty rapt to be on centre court, but please don’t ask again about a comeback
Ash Barty was feeding her toddler when she learned she’d be playing on Wimbledon’s centre stage. Although thrilled with the upgrade, she was emphatic when asked if it whetted her appetite for a return to the pro tour.
- by Marc McGowan
Dramatic sting at Sydney’s new urban surf pool catches alleged drug importer
The Californian man allegedly thought he was importing millions of dollars worth of drugs into Sydney, before police pounced in front of afternoon wave riders.
- by Sally Rawsthorne
‘My brain was smashed’: Knocked unconscious for nine minutes, this ex-Socceroo is living a nightmare
Almost 30 years later, Warren Spink has still not recovered from the traumatic head injury he suffered playing for Australia against Japan in 1996.
- by Vince Rugari
‘Absolutely incorrect’: The evidence is in on whales and offshore wind farms
Those who hold doubts about offshore wind farms may not be aware that their misgivings have been deliberately planted.
- by Caitlin Fitzsimmons
Analysis
World elections
Respect for Macron falls to new low among French public
Emmanuel Macron was once France’s young and charismatic president who embodied hope. He is now widely despised, considered narcissistic and disconnected.
- by Rob Harris
Opinion
US Votes 2024
I love Joe Biden. But we need a new nominee
I saw Biden three weeks ago at my fundraiser for him. It’s devastating to say it, but he’s not the same man he was and he won’t win the election.
- by George Clooney
Craig Hutchison to sell NBL’s Perth Wildcats for $40m
Craig Hutchison’s embattled media and sports business has sold NBL franchise the Perth Wildcats for $40 million.
- by Calum Jaspan
Rebel Wilson’s latest film withdrawn as actor lashes producers
Wilson has accused the producers of her directorial debut film of “viciousness”.
- by Helen Pitt
The world’s toughest lion broke an epic record. Australians were filming
Jacob the lion has survived being mauled, trapped and gored. Now his life – charted by an Australian biologist – has a dramatic new chapter.
- by Angus Dalton
Junior Wallabies’ appeal dismissed after under 20s 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.
- by Iain Payten
Newcomer thrives as cricket’s circle of life closes in on Jimmy Anderson
Jimmy Anderson started his Test cricket career with a bag of wickets at Lord’s, just as Gus Atkinson did on debut in Anderson’s farewell Test 21 years later.
- by Adam Collins
Watkins’ late goal fires England into Euro 2024 final
England are into their first major tournament final on foreign soil after an Ollie Watkins strike booked Gareth Southgate’s maligned side a date with Spain in Berlin.
- by Mitch Phillips
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Crime
Suspected crossbow killer served in army and has brother who is a convicted murderer
A manhunt was sparked after Carol Hunt and her daughters Hannah, 28, and Louise, 25, were found fatally injured at the family home near London.
- by Pan Pylas
‘Selling your soul to the devil’: Tensions rising as Wall Street grapples with 100-hour work weeks
The death of Bank of America associate Leo Lukenas from a heart attack just days after completing a $3 billion deal has put an unwelcome spotlight on Wall Street.
- by Katherine Doherty
There’s no flying cow, but this Twister sequel is still highly ridiculous
Forget the sexual tension, Twisters is at its best when Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar-Jones are dodging an inventive variety of heavy objects.
- by Sandra Hall
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Political lobbying
Lobbyland: Pyne, Feeney open doors in defence
A weapons supplier with more than $200 million in federal deals has emerged as one of the best-connected companies in federal politics.
- by David Crowe
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US Votes 2024
Pelosi refuses to endorse Biden as Clooney says president should not run
In yet another damaging blow to Joe Biden, Nancy Pelosi, a Democrat party elder and ally of the president, has refused to explicitly endorse him.
- by Farrah Tomazin
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Review
Emma Stone returns for another wacky film, but sadly this is no Poor Things
If the filmmaker’s much-praised, award-winning Poor Things was the main meal, Kinds of Kindness is the offcuts.
- by Robert Moran
★★
Review
Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum’s NASA comedy fails to take off
As a marketing whiz and an astronaut, the stars have zero chemistry in the wildly overextended and flat rom-com Fly Me to the Moon.
- by Jake Wilson
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Sydney councils
Revealed: How fast each Sydney council approves new homes
According to a new league table, 21 Sydney councils are taking more than an average 115 days to approve development applications. See how yours ranks.
- by Alexandra Smith
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Greyhound racing
New details of horrific cruelty emerge as premier backs greyhound racing
An explosive report by greyhound racing’s former chief vet alleges a litany of welfare issues ranging from appalling animal distress to the discovery of burned and frozen carcasses.
- by Jordan Baker
The type of home that’s more than twice as profitable as its neighbour
The gap highlights the “haves” and “have nots” even among those fortunate enough to be able to buy their own home.
- by Elizabeth Redman
Opinion
Paris 2024
‘She said I was marvellous’: Why world record breaker congratulated Aussie rival
Jessica Hull set an Australian record in the 1500m final of Sunday’s Diamond League meeting – but was still beaten by track legend Faith Kipyegon.
- by Peter FitzSimons
Sydney’s toll road shake-up is coming. The scene is set for a showdown
The NSW government will push ahead with an overhaul of the city’s patchwork of toll roads, putting it on a collision course with motorway giant Transurban.
- by Matt O'Sullivan
Opinion
Energy
Energy policy is becoming Australia’s own Brexit, and proving just as intractable
If the Coalition isn’t making up the policy as it’s going along, then it’s doing a Vegas-level impression of a political outfit that is.
- by Shaun Carney
Why the next Baby Reindeer may be too afraid to step into the spotlight
Caught in the clash between documentary, embellishment and a $US170 million lawsuit, getting the facts straight on TV has never been more important.
- by Michael Idato
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Homelessness
The areas first in line for Victoria’s new homelessness scheme
People at risk of sleeping rough in Melbourne’s north and west and on the eastern fringes will be among the first to access an overhauled homelessness-to-housing program.
- by Broede Carmody
Geo-fence technology to be used in Sydney share bike crackdown
Riders are likely to be forced to park bikes in designated areas under a future regulatory regime being worked on by no less than 13 government agencies.
- by Michael Koziol
The best celebrity memoirs have exactly what literature today lacks
As more and more crossed my desk, I found that the best of them were written with a robust, fearless honesty that I’ve almost given up looking for in current fiction.
- by David Free
Streaming was supposed to kill off online piracy. Instead, the problem is skyrocketing
Australians have been consistently consuming more online content unlawfully over the past three years after a period of significant decline. What’s driving the sudden turn?
- by Nell Geraets
Eight new books to read this weekend
Our reviewers cast their eyes over recent fiction and non-fiction.
- by Cameron Woodhead and Fiona Capp
Do we perform better when we look good? These athletes think so
Whether you’re preparing for the Olympics or a session at your local gym, experts agree that looking good can improve your performance.
- by Gyan Yankovich
Opinion
Tips & advice
‘Get undressed, or get out’: Here, it’s normal to get naked with colleagues
I have nothing against getting my clothes off with a bunch of strangers, but when it comes to friends and colleagues, would I feel different?
- by Keith Austin
Opinion
Sunday Life
I’m attending my 50-year school reunion. This is what I’m expecting it to teach me
Yes, we get fatter, thinner, greyer, wrinklier and either balder or hairier or both, but I bet my old classmates remain essentially the individuals I remember.
- by Jane Caro
Analysis
Wimbledon
He’s no Lleyton-lite: Why a sore hip won’t halt the Demon’s rise
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.
- by Marc McGowan
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.
- by Tim Biggs and David Swan
Gen X, Millennial Australians better off than their parents – but not all
Australians are largely growing up to be better off than their parents, but there are risks younger generations may not gain much ground.
- by Rachel Clun
Updated
Wimbledon
Injury forces de Minaur out of Wimbledon hours before his blockbuster match against Djokovic
The 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.
- by Marc McGowan
