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Set your alarms: These are the Olympic events you must not miss
Here’s a day-by-day guide to the events you can’t afford to miss.
France’s train network sabotaged in arson attack ahead of opening ceremony
The high-speed network was targeted by vandals in a series of coordinated actions that brought major disruptions to some of the country’s busiest rail lines ahead of the Paris Olympics.
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Olympics
‘You running a story on that?’ Kevin Durant bats away dumbest question
The hottest ticket in town on Thursday wasn’t a sporting event but the traditional pre-Olympics media opportunity with Team USA.
‘Gateway to Straddie’ plan in limbo until developer makes next move
More than a decade after it was proposed, and eight years after an infrastructure agreement was signed, there is nothing to show for the Toondah Harbour project.
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Public Transport
‘A real shock’: Brisbane bus driver charged with manslaughter
The driver of a City Glider bus has been charged over a fatal collision with a pedestrian in South Brisbane.
‘Just Satan having his last go’: Text messages as girl lay dying
Crown prosecutors have taken Justice Martin Burns through more than 5400 text messages exchanged by members of a religious group around the period Elizabeth Struhs died.
Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Kamala Harris, giving her crucial support
The endorsement from two of the nation’s most popular Democrats comes as Harris continues to build momentum as the party’s likely nominee, replacing Joe Biden.
Perspective
NRL 2024
He’s been lauded the Broncos’ slumbering talent. Is now the time to test Mozer?
So much hype surrounds Blake Mozer, it is difficult to believe he has just three NRL appearances to his name.
Nick Wright
Sport reporter
Keanu Reeves had a vision. Then things got really weird
The Hollywood nice guy was on set as John Wick when he saw the beginnings of his first novel. Author China Mieville couldn’t resist.
Seven of our favourite luxury homes for sale right now
From a timeless 1930s beach house to a luxury apartment with front-row views of the city skyline, we’ve rounded up our top picks.
‘It was weird’: These days, Jade’s less sceptical about wife Jess’s psychic work
They got together as teenagers, and in the decades since, psychic medium Jess Lynne and orthodontic dental technician Jade Vigilante have shared many milestones - and odd pet names.
Not a purity ring in sight: The new movement driving Gen Z to swear off sex
Plus: get ready for the weekend with these fresh diversions.
France’s train network sabotaged in arson attack ahead of opening ceremony
The high-speed network was targeted by vandals in a series of coordinated actions that brought major disruptions to some of the country’s busiest rail lines ahead of the Paris Olympics.
French impressions: Australia’s athletes as you’ve never seen them
An award-winning photographer, a film camera, and Australia’s Olympian and Paralympian athletes as you’ve never seen them before.
Guts, glory and gold medals: Fox returns to the Olympics a champion
Jess Fox returns to the Olympics as the reigning C1 champion and the feeling of winning gold three years ago still fresh in her mind.
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Paris 2024
The Matildas wanted a dream start to the Games. It was a 90-minute nightmare
Australia arrived in France with ambitions of a deep run into the Olympic tournament. Against Germany, it was the worst possible start.
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Queensland
‘Very troubling’: Corruption watchdog fights Queensland government leash
The Crime and Corruption Commission has warned that planned Labor government changes to its powers are not in the public interest.
Faulty GPS nearly drove bulk carrier into the Great Barrier Reef
An investigation into a near-grounding of a bulk carrier off the Queensland coast has found the humans on board were too easily misled by the ship’s computer.
‘Under serious threat’ but no downgrade for Queensland tourist hotspot
The Great Barrier Reef will remain on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites - for now.
New strategy to target violent offenders as advocates rally for change
“As premier, I never want to see another Queensland woman die at the hand of their partner,” Steven Miles said.
Mother and 1yo son missing for weeks from south of Brisbane
Police have appealed for help to find the pair, say their disappearance is out of character.
Politics
Australia, Canada and NZ call for an immediate ceasefire to end catastrophic human suffering in Gaza
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has joined with his New Zealand and Canada counterparts to call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
Business
Bolt’s ultimatum: I’ll quit if James Murdoch wins succession battle
The high-profile conservative columnist says he’ll walk if James Murdoch takes over News Corp.
World
Australians left stranded after massive fire destroys Bali hotel complex
Images captured by tourists and locals show Villa Amasya, in the heart of Seminyak, fully engulfed by flames leaping into the sky.
Opinion
Explore
Property
Byron and beyond: Sea-changers and tree-changers move to regional NSW
House prices in regional NSW have reached a record high as buyers chase lifestyle and affordability, but can it last?
Brisbane house prices hit a record high, but how close is the $1m mark?
Prices have risen more than $385 a day over the past year but can the pace of gains continue?
Good Food
Lifestyle
Mega-spiders, crocs and a wild bull. Maybe this wasn’t such a good idea
We were too old to trek into the Kimberley, but we did anyway. And I’d do it again in a heartbeat.
Culture
Inside Out 2 becomes the biggest animated movie in history
Inside Out 2 has broken two major records since its release but a Disney film is still beating it at the box office.
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Perspective
NRL 2024
He’s been lauded the Broncos’ slumbering talent. Is now the time to test Mozer?
So much hype surrounds Blake Mozer, it is difficult to believe he has just three NRL appearances to his name.
Nick Wright
Sport reporter
Teen prodigies, an alien and some GOATs: 10 athletes who’ll blow your mind in Paris
From a seven-foot-four Frenchman to a teenage swimming sensation, here are the athletes to keep your eyes on these Olympic Games.
99 not out: Cricket signs seven-year radio deal with the ABC
The public broadcaster will carry radio coverage of the men’s Twenty20 cricket for the first time in a decade and share rights with commercial stations.
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Paris 2024
Swimming coach spared axe over helping Korean rival – months after he was told not to
An email obtained by this masthead reveals that Australian coaches, including Michael Palfrey, were warned four months ago about links to foreign athletes.
Updated
Paris 2024
The Matildas wanted a dream start to the Games. It was a 90-minute nightmare
Australia arrived in France with ambitions of a deep run. Against Germany, it was the worst possible start.
‘These old legs are coming to an end’: Munster set for double hip surgery
Cameron Munster returns from a lengthy injury lay-off for ladder leaders Melbourne – but confirmed he will require double hip surgery.
Aussie gold medal hope ‘on track’ for Olympics after Teahupo’o wipeout
One of men’s surfing’s gold medal favourites is being assessed just days out from the start of the Olympics surfing event in Tahiti.
Have Your Say
‘So ocker, so good’: Brisbane 2032 marks eight years to go with chant push
Brisbane’s Olympic organisers are pushing a new social media campaign to flood the internet with the famous “Aussie, Aussie, Aussie, Oi! Oi! Oi!” chant.
