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Tributes pour in after Biden pulls out of US election race; Harris’ potential rivals drop out

US President Joe Biden has withdrawn as the Democratic candidate. Follow live updates.

The final days: How Biden and his inner circle blew it

Biden went from the party’s figurehead to a liability. He became the first sitting president to stand down from a possible re-election since Lyndon B. Johnson in 1968.

Open slather: Perth property market so hot agents ditch price guides

As the market tightens, locals on the west-coast can expect to see Sydney-like market conditions.

Record-breaking Perth property sales have led real estate agents to skip the price guides and let the market takes its course.

‘All offers accepted’: Navigating a property market with no ceiling

As the Perth property trains keep leaving the station, WAtoday reporter Claire Ottaviano remains optimistic in the search for a new home.

The type of property that was supposed to get cheaper – but soared

A “perfect storm” of rising demand and scant supply has been putting upward pressure on prices since the pandemic began.

Teen still fighting for life after Kelmscott stabbing

A 16-year-old boy is in an induced coma after being stabbed during an altercation.

A 16-year-old boy stabbed in Kelmscott on Friday is still fighting for his life in hospital as police search for others involved. Follow our live coverage here.

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Alleged lookout guy ‘disgusted’ by horrific bashing of 73-year-old Ninette Philips

Ninette Simons was savagely assaulted in her home.

Seyed Younes Tahami, 38, is one of three men charged over the horrific attack on Ninette and Philip Simons on April 16. But in court he said he went to Ninette’s aid during the assault.

‘COVID for trees’: The leafy Perth councils bearing the brunt of an imported pest

Two years into the fight to protect Perth’s urban tree canopy from a sesame seed-sized pest, mayors are slamming authorities for not acting fast enough to fight an ‘agricultural disaster’ changing the face of the city as know it.

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Comedy legend Rod Quantock was told he’d been hacked. Minutes later, $30,000 was gone

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Rod Quantock and wife Mary Kenneally are calling for greater bank protections after being defrauded of their savings by a conman.

Tax loophole for ‘big, dumb’ utes cost the public $250m

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Large utes are exempt from the Luxury Car Tax while contributing to higher carbon emissions, road damage and safety concerns, a report says.

Boy, 16, fighting for life after Kelmscott stabbing

Police released photos of two youths running with knives through a south Perth suburb after a fight between a group of teenagers resulted in one boy being stabbed in the stomach.

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Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir says Michael Walters was all set to be the sub against Melbourne before an unexpected late injury setback flipped those plans around.

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Piastri clinches first GP victory after stunning drama with teammate Norris

On lap 68 of the 70-lap Hungarian Grand Prix, McLaren’s Lando Norris slowed down to let Australian star Oscar Piastri past – securing the 23-year-old his maiden victory at the pinnacle of motor sport.

The airlines offering cheaper versions of business class

You can save on a business-class fare if you’re willing to forgo some of the perks you’d usually expect.

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The 10 best low-sugar fruits that protect against chronic disease

Fruit salad isn’t just for summer: Adam Liaw’s citrus fruit salad with marmalade yoghurt.

All fruits are good for you but some are higher in sugar that others. These have the lowest levels.

French, Korean or Australian: Which skincare is best?

When it comes to skincare, which country will come out on top?

Skincare may seem universal, but each country has its distinct approach.

A place where water is more valuable than diamonds

Without annual floodwaters, this part of the world would be incapable of supporting life. Instead, it’s teeming with it.

Women are assaulted, financially abused and emotionally abused, every day.

Emma’s husband was a first-time DV offender. Her experience says different

When Emma’s husband hit her and dragged her along the floor, she stayed quiet. The next time it happened, she couldn’t be silent.

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A 16-year-old boy is in an induced coma after being stabbed during an altercation.

Boy, 16, fighting for life after Kelmscott stabbing

Police released photos of two youths running with knives through a south Perth suburb after a fight between a group of teenagers resulted in one boy being stabbed in the stomach.

Perth daycare worker found guilty of scratching young children’s faces

Kerri Wharf was found guilty of scratching young children in her care.

Kerri Louise Wharf was charged with aggravated assault after young children in her care were found with scratches on their faces.

Parents sue after alleged botched delivery leaves baby disabled

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Blood and oxygen stopped flowing to Kalani’s brain during her birth. Now she’s got cerebral palsy, epilepsy and an intellectual disability.

‘No faith’: Mayor slams stalled $350m Morley Galleria redevelopment

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Broken promises to revive the 36-year-old, “run-down, half-empty” Morley Galleria into the community hub it once was has angered locals, their mayor and their MP.

‘If you scream, I’ll kill you’: Alleged Perth rapist linked to horrific attacks by DNA

Kevin Combes leaving Perth Magistrates Court on Thursday.

A man has been arrested and charged after police connected him to the rape and assault of a 17-year-old girl in Kalgoorlie in 1991 and a 19-year-old woman in Perth’s CBD in 1990.

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‘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?

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Three Things I Love: Perth garden goddess Sabrina Hahn on radio, Kings Park and a family heirloom

This week, a Perth institution shares her lifelong love of live radio, a precious ritual with her children – and where she can get away with playing dress-up.

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Hotshot Hawks are dragging football into the modern age

Sam Mitchell’s entertainers are taking football in a different direction. His main challenger for coach-of-the-year honours might be the coach of another team that started the season slowly. Meanwhile, the Bombers are wobbling and the AFL needs to get fair dinkum on the real issues of player safety.

Lando Norris (left) had a compelling battle with his teammate, Piastri.
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Piastri clinches first GP victory after stunning drama with teammate Norris

On lap 68 of the 70-lap Hungarian Grand Prix, McLaren’s Lando Norris slowed down to let Australian star Oscar Piastri past – securing the 23-year-old his maiden victory at the pinnacle of motor sport.

Dockers humiliate Dees in huge win at Optus Stadium

Dockers humiliate Dees in huge win at Optus Stadium

Carlton have kept their second spot on the ladder, while Brisbane have climbed into the top-four.

Will Skelton’s return to the Wallabies would bolster their pack ahead of the challenge of the visiting Springboks

Wallabies set to wheel out international big guns against Springboks

After three Test victories using only home-based players, Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt is ready to call up international reinforcements for the Test against South Africa.

Carlton’s Harry McKay on all fours after copping a knock in the third quarter against North Melbourne.
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‘He got the care he needed’: Voss says Blues followed concussion protocols with McKay

McKay kicked two goals after an apparent head knock in his team’s win over North Melbourne, and the Blues now have a quick turnaround to their next match on Friday night.

Mary Fowler in action against China on Monday night.

‘Not ideal’: Matildas’ luggage stuck in Spain ahead of Olympics opener

Australia’s chef de mission Anna Meares says every effort is being made to get the Matildas their luggage and equipment left behind after a private flight to France.

Mackenzie Little celebrates her javelin gold.

Three golds, a record and controversy: Australians dominate at pre-Olympics athletics meet

Mackenzie Little set a new personal best en route to gold in the javelin, Nina Kennedy won in the pole vault for the fifth consecutive time and Oli Hoare took gold in a controversial running of the Emsley Carr Mile.

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