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How a prestigious Perth executive’s false identity came crashing down.
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US Votes 2024
Trump says US stands united, Biden says there’s no place for violence after shooting
It’s been a day since former US President Donald Trump was shot at a rally, and the fallout from the assassination attempt is continuing to rock the world.
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US Votes 2024
‘An outcast’: Trump shooter a registered Republican who wore hunting outfits to school
The FBI identified Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, of Pennsylvania as the man to have shot former US president Donald Trump. Here is what we know so far about Crooks.
Opinion
Donald Trump
Trump fomented political violence. Now, an already fraught election just got worse
Political violence in the US is rare, but has a dark heart beating just out of sight. The attempted assassination of Donald Trump has seen it burst to the surface again.
Bill Wyman
Columnist
‘A monster’: Melania Trump breaks her silence on attempted assassination
In a lengthy and powerful statement, the often elusive former first lady revealed how she realised her family’s life was “on the brink of devastating change”.
Exclusive
Building Bad
‘Everyone eats’: Secret audio lays bare CFMEU kickback plan
A fixer has been caught on tape offering to set up kickbacks to union officials to win work for a company as police evidence mounts against John Setka’s anointed successor over suspected corruption.
Former union organiser Bill Shorten says CFMEU allegations made him ‘furious’
The NDIS minister has responded to an investigation by this masthead that alleges criminal activity by the CFMEU.
‘It is a dream for me’: Alcaraz blows away Djokovic to retain Wimbledon title
Carlos Alcaraz handed Novak Djokovic arguably his most humbling defeat in any grand slam final on Sunday – an extraordinary 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 (7-4) beatdown.
Kate attends Wimbledon in rare public appearance
The Princess of Wales arrived at Wimbledon for the men’s singles final in her second public appearance since announcing her cancer diagnosis.
Analysis
Nick Kyrgios
Is Nick Kyrgios serious about a comeback, or just playing Djoker?
He’s become Novak Djokovic’s practice partner at Wimbledon and made an impact as a TV commentator, but the lure of centre court still beckons the Australian tennis drawcard.
‘The best part of my life’: Meet the pooches of Perth
They are expensive, inconvenient, hard to train and need a lot of attention. Then they die and leave you heartbroken. So what keeps Perth people going back for more?
A dietitian ranks 10 popular supermarket mueslis from the healthiest to the hell-no
From nutty to toasted and fruity, and everything in between, which muesli product comes out on top? Susie Burrell breaks it down.
Beverly Hills 90210 actor Shannen Doherty dies at 53
American actor Shannen Doherty, best known for her role as high school student Brenda Walsh on hit 1990s television drama Beverly Hills, 90210, has died.
Spain strike late to beat England and win Euro 2024
Mikel Oyarzabal was the hero for Spain as he came off the bench to score the winner.
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CBD
Nicole Kidman early shot at gold medal as Olympics superfan
The actor is heading to France to cheer on the Matildas.
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Royal family
King Charles, Queen Camilla will visit Australia
The 75-year-old, who began a “schedule of regular treatments” after he was diagnosed with cancer in February, will make his first trip as sovereign.
MAX VEENHUYZEN’S PERTH RESTAURANT REVIEWS
Cabin Fever: Your guide to the ultimate Margaret River party season
Cue footy season, umbrellas by the door – and Cabin Fever! From beer launches to free live music, this program is stacked with value-packed, accessible events.
Review
A thousand things to drink: This Perth bar has one of Australia’s great wine collections
This Perth venue is like taking yourself to Copenhagen, London or Paris without leaving William Street.
Western Australia
Teen charged over fatal North Lake crash in horror weekend on WA roads
Premier Roger Cook said the Perth crash was “another reminder for all of us to be safe when you’re on the road, to take extra care”.
Perth man’s lucky escape from house fire
A 48-year-old man has made a lucky escape as his southern suburbs home went up in flames.
Rottnest Island perfect backdrop for global skydive world record attempt
About 50 tandem skydivers in Western Australia have taken part in the inaugural World Skydiving Day world record attempt.
Updated
Nickel
PM disappointed with BHP nickel shutdown: ‘We’ll be holding them to account’
BHP has promised to offer redeployment to 1600 front-line staff after closing its WA nickel despite help offered by the state and federal governments.
Opinion
Social media
Perth family’s trauma shows how social media has polluted our society
Financial crime, sexual exploitation, mental abuse, narcissism, intimidation and misinformation is flooding these platforms, and we need to make it stop now.
Gary Adshead
Journalist
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TRUMP ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT
‘Unity most elusive goal of all’, Biden says after Trump assassination attempt
Explosive devices were found in a car belonging to the shooter who tried to kill Donald Trump, as a sprawling investigation got under way to understand how Thomas Matthew Crooks was able to get within firing range of the former president.
Updated
Wounded, defiant Trump continues campaign as shooter named
The FBI admitted its “surprise” that the gunman was able to gain access to the rally in rural Pennsylvania.
Politics
Albanese warns ‘things can escalate’ in local protests
Expressing shock at the attempt on the life of Donald Trump, the prime minister called on Australians to lower the temperature of public debate.
Business
Exclusive
Big four
The big four bank boss who says there’s more room for risk
ANZ boss Shayne Elliott has been grappling with several challenges at the bank. But one societal issue he has his eye on is taking a disproportionate toll on younger generations.
World
Colombia is facing a new problem: too much cocaine
Unsold blocks of coca paste are piling up and it’s the families that pick the raw coca leaves that are suffering most.
Opinion
True history of the Black Hand, the Liberals who have kept Menzies’ flame alive
George Brandis
Former high commissioner to the UK and federal attorney-general
Bill Shorten is wrong. The case for NDIS funding of sex workers
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
What if renewables don’t deliver the cheapest power, after all?
Parnell Palme McGuinness
Columnist and communications adviser
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Property
How a teacher and IT pro turned a rotting terrace into a colourful haven
When Nicholas and Zahra first saw the Fitzroy fixer-upper, it was ‘barely liveable’. Now, it has been transformed.
Bassendean beauty among eight luxury homes for sale right now
From a palatial villa with a ballroom to a converted mango farm dotted with designer dwellings, we’ve rounded up our top picks.
Good Food
Recipe collection
Pasta dish
15 hearty winter pasta recipes to cook this week
Lifestyle
‘It was hard for me to be open about my sexuality’: Narelda Jacobs
“It was easier to fall into heteronormative stereotypes as a teenager and I did what was expected of me at the time,” says the 48-year-old journalist.
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Culture
Eight new books to read this month
Our reviewers cast their eyes over recent fiction and non-fiction.
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Sport
‘It is a dream for me’: Alcaraz blows away Djokovic to retain Wimbledon title
Carlos Alcaraz handed Novak Djokovic arguably his most humbling defeat in any grand slam final – an extraordinary three-set drubbing.
Spain strike late to beat England and win Euro 2024
Mikel Oyarzabal was the hero for Spain as he came off the bench to score the winner.
Opinion
AFL 2024
The worries for Essendon heading to September
In Four Points this week: the loss to Melbourne highlighted areas of concern for the Bombers, who flattered to deceive against the Pies. Plus, Collingwood’s draft gamble looks like coming unstuck and Carlton must move to a one-ruck system.
Michael Gleeson
Sports columnist
Eagles pay tribute to Simpson
West Coast paid tribute to axed premiership coach Adam Simpson, as he tossed the coin for their game against the Lions.
Analysis
Nick Kyrgios
Is Nick Kyrgios serious about a comeback, or just playing Djoker?
He’s become Novak Djokovic’s practice partner at Wimbledon and made an impact as a TV commentator, but the lure of centre court still beckons the Australian tennis drawcard.
‘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.
Analysis
Australian cricket
Australia are about to tour England. This is why it’s bad for cricket
Cricket’s international calendar will be placed under renewed scrutiny when Australia tour Scotland and England next month for a series of matches with no meaning or context whatsoever.
Have Your Say
The Wallabies will play better than they did against Wales … and lose
It took three moments of individual brilliance to eke out a second straight win over Wales, but there are still areas where sharp improvement is needed.
