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US Votes 2024
Details emerge of Biden’s call to Trump after shooting; Vance named as Trump’s VP pick
Senator J.D Vance received a big welcome, with chants of “JD! JD! JD!” ringing out, as he was introduced to Republican faithful as Donald Trump’s running mate. Follow live.
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LoadingJ. D. Vance is a best-selling author. Now he’s a US vice-presidential hopeful
In this Good Weekend piece in 2017, J. D. Vance spoke to Nick O’Malley following the success of Hillbilly Elegy. Fast forward to 2024 and he’s Donald Trump’s running mate ahead of the US election.
Five things to watch at the Republican National Convention
More than 50,000 people are expected to descend on Milwaukee to watch Donald Trump’s nomination, just days after he escaped an assassination attempt.
Opinion
Building Bad
I witnessed the rot set in at the CFMEU. Here’s how it happened
When John Setka and his band took control, muscle became everything – no matter where the muscle came from.
John Sutton
Former union official
Exclusive
CFMEU
Warning on CFMEU intimidation sent to Albanese in 2022
A construction company battling CFMEU standover tactics wrote to top Labor politicians detailing their trouble and offering proof.
The blueprint for Sydney’s toll shake-up is here. This is what it says
New laws need to be immediately rolled out to establish a state-owned entity to create uniform charges for Sydney’s patchwork of toll roads, Allan Fels has found.
Mystery clues found near human remains on NSW beach
A book, reading glasses and a backpack have been found near where human remains, believed to be of a woman, were discovered at a popular NSW beach last month.
Exclusive
Sydney Metro
‘Absolute failure’: Sydney metro operator slammed for emergency disarray
The litany of failures during a system-wide outage included “zero appreciation” by station staff of the extreme dangers to life from high-voltage power.
Man to face court after woman allegedly kidnapped, sexually assaulted and extorted
The woman was allegedly thrown into a car by strangers, photographed during the alleged sexual assault and threatened with the release of images unless she paid $300,000.
Exclusive
Property development
The next three areas in line for greater density revealed
The NSW government is pushing ahead with sweeping planning reforms, with thousands of new homes to be built around soon-to-open metro stations.
Linda Reynolds’ lawyers pore over Brittany Higgins’ phone records
The former defence minister is suing her former political staffer over a series of social media posts she says damaged her reputation.
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Airline reviews
Premium economy experience is nothing short of outstanding
Plenty of airlines offer good service, but I’ve never flown with a crew who seemed to enjoy their job this much.
The ugly sweater just got a James Bond makeover
Label of the moment Loewe and Daniel Craig are pushing patterned knitwear to the fashion front line.
Cranky Curtis returns for the semi-final and the worst cook (who isn’t Nat) is eliminated
Pezza, Nat and Sav frantically cook off for a place in the grand finale. Bet you didn’t see this finalist combo coming.
Opinion
State of Origin
Why Origin Madge is a better coach than NRL Madge
He’s manipulated the press, got under Queensland’s skin, rattled Billy Slater and upset Gorden Tallis. He’s made for this arena.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Analysis
For subscribers
Why Aerosmith and Origin have more in common than you might think
The Blues and Maroons will be living on the edge when they battle for interstate supremacy at Suncorp Stadium on Wednesday night.
Boomers give NBA-stacked USA team a fright in Olympic warm-up
The US began with an elite quintet of Steph Curry, Joel Embiid, Jayson Tatum, LeBron James and Anthony Edwards but Australia were within four points with minutes to play.
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Opinion
US politics
Assassination in the USA: Why does America take aim at its leaders?
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
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Paris 2024
Analysis
Paris 2024
Headaches mounting for Matildas as Foord joins growing injury list
The Matildas have fallen 2-1 to Canada in their last warm-up match before the Paris Olympics, with coach Tony Gustavsson left sweating over the fitness of Caitlin Foord.
Analysis
Paris 2024
Homegrown hopes: The French stars carrying the weight of a nation
Around 10,500 athletes and 15 million tourists are expected in the French capital for the Olympics, where much of the attention will be on those hoping to make their home advantage count.
Sydney
Trio found guilty of gang rape of women during buck’s weekend
The men faced trial over the sexual assaults during two nights at an Airbnb apartment in 2022.
Exclusive
Hospitals
Why these parents didn’t sue the hospital that killed their baby
What does justice look like when your child dies due to catastrophic medical errors?
Police speak to man after body found on Sydney’s northern beaches
The man’s body was discovered in a Dee Why car park, with neighbours telling police they saw someone being carried from a unit block before the grim discovery.
Does the building site across the road sound too loud? It probably is
The residents across the road from the Sydney Fish Market have learnt the hard way that the noise assessment process for construction work is deeply flawed.
The NSW workers who should be searched for drugs
While prison visitors are now routinely scanned for drugs, guards may be the weak link in the system, the NSW inspector of Custodial Services says.
NRL 2024
Blacks and Blues: Why one of the world’s best-paid rugby players joined NSW
Richie Mo’unga is one of the biggest stars in rugby – and one of the best paid at nearly $2 million a season.
‘How the hell was I trying to play last year’: Crichton’s remarkable transformation
The NSW Origin star has spoken about the mental health battle which included the Roosters enforcer suffering a manic episode at the start of 2023.
Politics
Analysis
Building Bad
It’s a union, not a bikie gang: CFMEU needs a serious overhaul
The union’s national body wants policymakers and the public to think it’s taken a strong step. It hasn’t.
Business
Country can’t sustain more than three airlines, says Qantas boss
Vanessa Hudson says the demise of Bonza highlights why the federal government needs to ensure the Australian aviation industry stays sustainable.
World
From a bestselling memoir to Trump’s VP pick: What we know about J. D. Vance
The former US president made the announcement as the four-day Republican National Convention got under way in Milwaukee.
Opinion
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Property
What does $3.5m buy in Sydney’s east? Two bedrooms, and it’s ‘liveable’
The vendor had lived in the 1920s home for 42 years and collected $500,000 more than their asking price.
Joe Hockey’s childhood home with harbour views sells for about $7.5m
The Northbridge house moments from the local sailing club last traded for $27,200 and had been in the family since 1969.
Good Food
Lifestyle
By 15, one in four teens has quit sport. What can parents do?
While the Olympics inspire many people to take up a new sport, research shows it’s tough to get teenagers to stick with it.
Culture
The challenge of bringing Chekhov to new audiences
Adapting Uncle Vanya, Joanna Murray-Smith was desperate to stay true to the playwright’s intentions.
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Sport
‘More than smiles and flower caps’: Why artistic swimmers are Games’ fittest athletes
Meet some of Australia’s toughest competitors. They train eight hours in the pool every day, all year, in a sport that is often completely misunderstood.
Breaking
Australian soccer
Failure to launch: Football Australia’s mooted national second division in doubt
Hopes of a 10 to 12-team home-and-away competition kicking off in 2025 hinge on the outcome of an FA board meeting on Thursday.
Opinion
State of Origin
Fun and mind games: Origin Madge is a better coach than NRL Madge
He’s manipulated the press, got under Queensland’s skin, rattled Billy Slater and upset Gorden Tallis. He’s made for this arena.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Boomers give NBA-stacked USA team a fright in Olympic warm-up
The US began with an elite quintet of Steph Curry, Joel Embiid, Jayson Tatum, LeBron James and Anthony Edwards but Australia were within four points with minutes to play.
Analysis
Wimbledon
Out-served, outgunned, outplayed: Is this the end of the Djokovic era?
Doubting the 24-time grand slam winner is a dangerous game, but even the man himself is starting to do so.
Analysis
State of Origin
Why Aerosmith and Origin have more in common than you might think
The Blues and Maroons will be living on the edge when they battle for interstate supremacy at Suncorp Stadium on Wednesday night.
Harry Potter? Boxing? Inside the weird world of Blues wizard Zac Lomax
Why the young St George Illawarra winger, who apparently is desperate to play centre, polarises fans. Even Dragons supporters.
Have Your Say
Who is Cooper Connolly? The story behind Australian cricket’s newest wildcard
Cooper Connolly has vaulted into Australian colours after some eye-catching displays for WA
