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Computer the size of Suncorp Stadium to take shape near airport
Five Queensland universities today sign a partnership with the company building the world’s first commercial quantum computer.
Giant batteries are getting even bigger in Australia as coal exit nears
Developers of giant batteries designed to smooth the shift from coal to cleaner power are attracting record levels of investment.
Brisbane Airport passenger numbers take off
The addition of 10 new international routes contributed to a significant increase in passengers – up 2.5 million on the previous year.
There’s more to the world’s most tranquil theme park than its Supertrees
This expansive nature park might be famous for its eye-catching Supertrees, but you’ll find much more to see and do.
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Airline reviews
This premium economy 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.
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Political leadership
Voters are showing Labor no gratitude – and a howl of pain instead
Labor needs more time to win back voters. No wonder Anthony Albanese dismisses the idea of an early election.
Trump arrives with bandaged ear, pumps fist as crowd chants ‘Fight!’
Donald Trump has appeared publicly with J.D. Vance, his vice-presidential running mate, at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.
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LoadingWild conspiracies crop up accusing Trump of faking shooting
Trump used a theatrical gel pack to fake being shot. No, the Secret Service colluded with Trump to get a great photo. These are just some of the “BlueAnon” theories.
J.D. Vance’s journey from a ‘Never Trumper’ to his running mate
Vance once reportedly told a former roommate that Trump was either a “cynical a–hole” or “America’s Hitler”.
Roma Street to the Gabba: A ride on Brisbane’s underground
It’s July 2026 and I’m rushing from the new Roma Street Station to the Gabba. What might have taken me 40 minutes in traffic, now takes less than four minutes.
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Food
An 1888-built icon finally reopens as a multi-level food and beverage precinct
“Brisbane’s Raffles” is serving food by a two-hatted chef in a brasserie full of colour, and a stunning supper club destined to open late. Take a peek inside.
Five ways to conjure a meal from a can of tomato soup (starring this garlic-bread cobb loaf)
Give a humble, cost-effective can a bit of juju with these ideas from Katrina Meynink.
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.
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.
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.
Analysis
Collectables
Why pieces from this Australian designer could soon be worth thousands
Akira Isogawa is a name in fashion that needs little introduction, and keen collectors have started to chase after his iconic pieces.
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Paris 2024
Paris has a message for people worried about Brisbane 2032: Don’t be
Paris 2024 chief executive Etienne Thobois says Brisbane should settle on a clear vision for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympics. “And then, you know, get moving.”
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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.
Queensland
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Cross River Rail
Brisbane’s first underground train to be tested before Christmas
The first train on Brisbane’s $6.3 billion underground Cross River Rail will be tested before Christmas, as the mega project enters its third stage.
Pokies shut down at Brisbane and Gold Coast Star casinos
The Star’s electronic gaming machines and electronic tables will remain switched off until issues with its latest update are resolved.
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Crime
De-facto partner charged with murder over Ipswich woman’s death
Police had attended the home of Kierra-Lea Jensen in the last week, but ‘no offences were detected’ at that time. Her body was found on Monday morning.
Sister of girl who died in religious home says father tried to protect her
The older sister of Elizabeth Struhs, allegedly killed by her parents and their fringe religious group, has started giving evidence.
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Missing person
Police divers find body in dam after speedboat capsizes
Just before 5pm on Sunday, police confirmed the body of a 45-year-old man had been located.
Politics
Analysis
Building Bad
It’s a union, not a bikie gang: CFMEU needs a serious overhaul, not more of the same
The union’s national body wants policymakers and the public to think it’s taken a strong step. It hasn’t.
Business
Wall Street ramps up the ‘Trump Trade’ after attack; ASX wavers
As Wall Street reopened after the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, the Trump trade gained momentum.
World
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
Remember when only men could own property? No? There’s a reason for that
Cathy Sherry
Professor of law at Macquarie University.
Young people say they don’t need a bank. Here’s what they do instead
Nina Hendy
Business and finance journalist
Assassination in the USA: Why does America take aim at its leaders?
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
See ya, Setka! Why union chief’s departure is good news for women
Jenna Price
Columnist and academic
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Property
The south-east Qld coastal hotspots having a sea-change boom
A love affair with the surf shows no sign of slowing in neighbourhoods where southerners and celebrities are paying a premium.
Eight of our favourite 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.
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Lifestyle
Analysis
Collectables
Why pieces from this Australian designer could soon be worth thousands
Akira Isogawa is a name in fashion that needs little introduction, and keen collectors have started to chase after his iconic pieces.
Culture
The Australian band beloved by Prince, Beyonce and Questlove
Kendrick Lamar, Drake, and Jay-Z have all sampled songs from this Melbourne musical quartet.
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Royal family
Breakdancing Charles was cooler than Prince William will ever be
Kate Halfpenny
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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.
Football Australia’s mooted 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.
Advice to Maroons enforcer: embrace the ‘Webby spirit’ or risk Cauldron heartbreak
A Maroons star has been challenged to emulate a legend, or risk being bullied out of the Origin decider.
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.
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.
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 tomorrow night.
AFL Briefing
AFL 2024
Bedford, Cameron get three-match bans; fears grow over ‘chicken wing’ tackle
Leigh Matthews is concerned about the “chicken wing” tackle, while Lions star Charlie Cameron and Giants tagger Toby Bedford have been handed three-match bans.
Have Your Say
Is Nick Kyrgios serious about a comeback, or just playing Djoker?
The lure of centre court still beckons for the Australian tennis drawcard.
