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Crime
Two men arrested after police pursuit in Sydney’s eastern suburbs
The men were arrested after reports they were armed and acting suspiciously near the home of John Ibrahim. There is no suggestion of wrongdoing on his part.
Burney says she’s ‘loved every minute’ of political career
As she announced her retirement from parliament, the Indigenous Australians minister outlined some of her achievements.
Opinion
World markets
$1.1 trillion wipeout: Wall Street just got hit with a reality check
Wall Street has been riding an AI wave, but it just recorded its worst day since 2022 after investors were spooked by results from two of the biggest companies in the world.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Analysis
US Votes 2024
Biden gives the speech he never wanted to, and did it with passion and grace
Four days after withdrawing from the 2024 US presidential election, Joe Biden says the time is right to “pass the torch to a new generation”.
Opinion
Foreign relations
Trump v Rudd: who’d win, the master of the barb or the prince of persuasion?
Kevin Rudd may have called him “nuts”, but a re-elected Donald Trump would likely learn quickly that the Australian is skilled and cunning and not easily intimidated.
David Livingstone
Former diplomat
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Joe Biden
Trump watches Biden’s address from his plane
Meanwhile, first lady Jill Biden has thanked those who always believed in her husband, saying now is the time to put trust in Vice President Kamala Harris.
Webster in Paris
Paris 2024
Ledecky’s stone-faced response to question about Michael Phelps being a ‘tosser’
The US swimming legend is out to trash Australia’s opening night in the pool by upsetting Ariarne Titmus in the 400m freestyle.
Aussie gold medal hope ‘still on track’ for Olympics after Teahupo’o wipeout
One of surfing’s genuine gold medal favourites is being assessed just days out from the start of the Olympics surfing event in Tahiti.
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‘Serious error of judgment’: Australian swim coach admits to helping rival
Michael Palfrey was admonished by the AOC for saying he hopes a South Korean swimmer he coaches wins gold – even though he will compete against two Australians on night one at the Games.
Labor ‘breaks taboo’ to sanction Israelis after months of pressure
Joining the US and UK in targeting Israeli settlers, Penny Wong said the individuals had been involved in violent attacks on Palestinians, including beatings, sexual assault and torture.
Bruce Lehrmann’s bid to avoid bankruptcy over $2m court order
The former Liberal staffer is seeking to overturn a damning Federal Court defamation decision that concluded he raped Brittany Higgins in Parliament House.
Analysis
Financial planning
Consumers locked out of financial advice as fees keep rising
The incoming changes to legislation are not enough on their own to get costs down, advisers have warned.
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Architecture
These house renders look so real buyers want them
A new book about Glenn Murcutt’s designs that were never built brings many to life using the latest computer modelling and CGI imagery.
This comedian once thought she’d been kidnapped. She’s now a viral hit.
Atsuko Okatsuka is one of the fastest rising names in comedy – thanks to her grandma and the Drop Challenge.
The six coolest new business class seats set for take off
These are the best new premium plane seats to look out for in the months ahead – and details on how to find them.
This banh mi-pho hybrid is inspired by The Bear’s Chicago beef sandwich
Sandwich Watch gives the verdict on if this juicy limited-edition sanger is a smart uniting or a flawed food creation.
Jackie Kennedy would have turned 95 this week. Who was the woman behind the photos?
And what is it that draws us back, again and again, to her story?
Opinion
Opinion
Men are not from Mars. They are from another galaxy entirely
Am I generalising? Yes. Do I care? No.
Kathy Lette
Writer
The beautiful Games: Your ultimate guide to the Olympic venues
From beach volleyball at the Eiffel Tower to equestrian at Versailles, Paris 2024 will be staged at some of the world’s most famous landmarks.
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Paris 2024
Thieves steal Australian BMX champion’s gear
A video shared by Martin on Instagram shows smashed window of team van as reigning Olympic champion talks through a robbery.
Can the Matildas break through for an Olympic medal?
We dive into Australia’s tough group, the players to watch and injury concerns as Tony Gustavsson’s side strives for a medal.
Argentina ‘equaliser’ ruled out by VAR hours after Morocco match suspended
The match ended in utter chaos when the game was suspended for two hours after supporters of Morocco stormed the pitch.
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NRL 2024
The $1.25m contract black holes hurting battling NRL clubs
The true cost of moving on an unwanted NRL player has been revealed as Parramatta seek a different strategy for future contract negotiations.
Your 2024 NRLW guide: Team to beat, player to watch and rookie on the rise
Here’s your guide to the 2024 NRLW season before the first match gets under way between the Knights and the Roosters in Newcastle on Thursday night.
Sydney
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Development
Secret review to decide on removing ports for housing at Glebe Island
The state government has commissioned a secret review from a former Treasury boss into whether the working ports at Glebe Island should be moved to make way for high-density housing.
James Ruse principal leaves top-performing selective for rival all-girls school
The outgoing head of James Ruse Agricultural High Rachel Powell said she believes in parents having “school choice” between single-sex and co-ed options.
‘Toughest person we know’: Surfer’s leg washes up on beach after shark attack
Kai McKenzie is in a stable condition after marathon surgery to reattach his right leg following the encounter at Port Macquarie.
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Road safety
Man dead after two-car crash on northern beaches
The driver in his 80s crossed three lanes of traffic and a median strip before his car was T-boned by an SUV travelling along Pittwater Road, witnesses said.
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Crime
Rugby league player allegedly assaulted teen girl
Kate Fallon allegedly assaulted a 17-year-old girl who lived in a neighbouring apartment after a disagreement over a food delivery order.
Politics
Reserve Bank risks recession with August interest rate rise, economists say
The RBA board and bank governor Michele Bullock have repeated their determination to bring inflation into the target 2-3 per cent band while keeping unemployment low.
Business
Macquarie shareholder returns fall in slower financial markets
Investors in the Millionaires Factory have earned a lower return on their funds this year than in the previous five years amid weaker demand for the group’s services.
World
Boycotted but unbowed: Benjamin Netanyahu addresses Congress
The Israeli leader was invited to address the congress amid a war that has mobilised youthful protesters, while Kamala Harris stayed away.
Opinion
Minns has passed one big political test, now he faces another
Alexandra Smith
State Political Editor
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Property
Lawyer to Sam Ibrahim, Salim Mehajer pitches Watsons Bay home for sale
The barbed wire has come down from Watsons Bay home of criminal lawyer Brett Galloway ahead of a pre-spring house sales campaign.
Sydney house prices hit record high, but cracks start to show
The median Sydney house now costs $1.66 million, but some premium areas haven’t been able to keep up.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Put down the toothbrush. Your brushing schedule might need a rethink
Brushing, flossing and dentist visits – the secret to healthy teeth isn’t much of a secret. But there are a few good and bad habits dentists want us to think about.
Culture
Harmless fun or bro culture gone bad? Why we’re still talking about Entourage
On its 20th anniversary, Entourage creator Doug Ellin defends the show’s legacy, the ‘idiotic revisionism’ it’s faced, and the prospect of a reboot.
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Webster in Paris
Paris 2024
Ledecky’s stone-faced response to question about Michael Phelps being a ‘tosser’
The US swimming legend is out to trash Australia’s opening night in the pool by upsetting Ariarne Titmus in the 400m freestyle.
‘No-brainer’ that Catley starts in Matildas’ Olympics opener against Germany
Australia’s captain has revealed that the mystery ‘lower leg injury’ that sidelined her for the warm-up loss to Canada 12 days ago was a calf niggle.
Aussie gold medal hope ‘still on track’ for Olympics after Teahupo’o wipeout
One of surfing’s genuine gold medal favourites is being assessed just days out from the start of the Olympics surfing event in Tahiti.
Can the Matildas break through for an Olympic medal? We answer the burning questions
We dive into Australia’s tough group, the players to watch and injury concerns as Tony Gustavsson’s side strives for a medal.
Opinion
Paris 2024
Marky Mark is the weapon Australia’s sevens team needs in Paris
A league-bound Wallaby and a French legend loom as major threats in the men’s rugby sevens tournament.
Michael Hooper
Stan Sport expert
Opinion
NRL 2024
The Origin decider was out of this world. But how much more can these players give?
I’ve taken time to watch the game three replay. It was one of the toughest and most brutal games I’ve ever seen.
Andrew Johns
League columnist
The $1.25m contract black holes hurting battling NRL clubs
The true cost of moving on an unwanted NRL player has been revealed as Parramatta seek a different strategy for future contract negotiations.
Have Your Say
Money and power: Why Europe’s top leagues have declared war on FIFA
The game’s governing body is the subject of legal action by players and leagues who say the international calendar is at breaking point. Here’s what you need to know.
