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Paris 2024
Massive 200m upset; Team USA’s crazy revival; Hull cruises; Stingers to fight for gold
The Stingers are through to the gold medal play-off after beating reigning gold medallists United States, while Noah Lyles has been denied the sprint double gold. Follow live.
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LoadingSilver in the Seine: How one decision cost Australia gold
Marathon swimmer Moesha Johnson was within striking distance of Australia’s 19th gold medal when she made a simple choice.
We’ve won 18 golds so far. How many more could we win?
Australia has enjoyed an Olympics to remember in Paris, and there are still chances for the top spot on the podium.
The staggering 200m upset, the wheelchair and the secret illness
Four nights ago Noah Lyles left the Stade de France with an Olympic gold medal. Tonight he left in a wheelchair wearing a COVID mask.
Why world records are being obliterated at the velodrome
Paris may have offered up a slow pool, but there is no shortage of speed at the track cycling.
Guillotines and skateboarding: How the Games became a postcard
Paris has been dubbed the beautiful Olympics, but that word is too weak. A string of superlatives would not do these sporting theatres justice.
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Energy
Minister signed off on rewrite that helped keep Eraring power station open
Just months before it announced the deal to extend the life of Eraring, the NSW government asked the grid operator to undertake more conservative modelling.
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US Votes 2024
This ex-Pentagon official could serve in a Trump administration. He has thoughts on Australia
Elbridge Colby is a self-proclaimed “big fan” of Australia. When it comes to nuclear-powered submarines he has changed his mind.
Opinion
Political donations
A cap on dark political donations sounds simple, but there’s a serious catch
The current system is farcical, but changing the rules will come at a cost, to taxpayers and independents.
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
Opinion
Building Bad
By clinging on to power, CFMEU’s three amigos pour fuel on a bonfire
At least John Setka had the sense to resign. The same can’t be said of others, who cling to their well-paid jobs as Rome burns.
Nick McKenzie
Investigative reporter
Analysis
Public service
Police chief’s many enemies will not stop until they topple her
NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb has enjoyed a break from controversy, but her detractors are never far away.
How high rates nipped housing market ‘supernova’ in the bud
It’s getting harder to buy a home, but economists have issued a fresh warning that it isn’t as bad as it could be.
The ‘Wombat of Wall Street’ who is selling Australia to the world
David Droga has created ads for The New York Times, Barack Obama, Puma and The White House. Now he will test talents on Australia.
Russian chess player arrested after smearing pieces with mercury to poison rival
Amina Abakarova is reported to have said she attacked Umayganat Osmanova out of revenge for a personal insult.
Putin stunned as Russia battles Ukrainian troops for third day after incursion
The incursion has shocked Russia, nearly two-and-a-half years since President Vladimir Putin sent his army into Ukraine in February 2022.
Another dark night for Rabbitohs with September to be a month to forget
A Green Day hit could not have been more appropriate after Souths lost to the competition leaders inside what felt an empty stadium.
Opinion
Sharemarket
Sharemarket turmoil doesn’t tell us much about the economy
When panic swept financial markets this week, it didn’t play a role in the RBA’s decision to hold rates.
Millie Muroi
Economics Writer
Nice to eat you: How to fill your garden with edible delights
Growing edible plants is like making new friends, according to the author of this new book.
The traveller’s Ten commandments: The new rules for every wanderer
Sensitivities are ever-changing, but rudeness, ignorance and a lack of self-awareness are always things you should leave behind.
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Review
When romance becomes abuse: Blake Lively’s new film treads a dangerous line
Packed with erotic cliches and based on a best-selling novel, It Ends with Us postpones the bad news until the romantic possibilities have been milked for all their worth.
Ahh McCain, did you do it again? Eight frozen pizzas, tasted and rated
Seven tasters sample salami-topped pizzas from three major Australian supermarkets in the quest for circular greatness.
The sport dragged into the Olympics without its consent
Dance sport bosses wanted ballroom in the Olympics. They were told to deliver breaking instead. The only problem: no one asked the breakers.
Webster in Paris
Paris 2024
I couldn’t care less if an Olympian buys cocaine – but if you play stupid games, you win stupid prizes
Three-time Olympian Tom Craig should have known the consequences of his actions.
‘Damn, girl, you are good enough’: This time, Nina Kennedy wasn’t going to share
Reigning world champion Nina Kennedy has won gold in the women’s pole vault on a record day for Australia in Paris.
It’s one thing to cheer our Olympians, but don’t abandon them now
Why are so many of you waking up at 3am to support our athletes during the Olympics, but then forgetting about them for the next four years?
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Sydney
Naked videos, sex in teen’s car, ‘grooming’: Claims against Sydney teacher
Tayla Brailey allegedly sent sexual videos to a student of hers before inviting him over to her house and abusing him, according to court documents.
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Courts
Accused rapist sobs as jury shown video of alleged victim at The Star
Joel Fitzpatrick Burtt broke down in the dock as the court viewed footage of a woman telling police she thought the accused had been about to kill her.
Why it seems like every NSW school has a case of whooping cough
Infections of a disease that can be life-threatening for babies has spiked among school-aged children the end of the holidays.
Byron mayor charged with assault after alleged domestic incident
Michael Lyon was also charged with stalking after the alleged incident at a home in Byron Bay.
Teenager arrested after swastika drawn on Sydney toilet block
Two boys were filmed in Sydney’s northern beaches drawing the offensive symbol before trying to flee the scene.
NRL 2024
‘It wasn’t the wisest decision’: Why Olakau’atu regrets Origin fight night
The Manly back-rower said he was “helping a brother out” in a melee in Origin III – but admits that, in hindsight, it wasn’t the best course of action.
Perspective
‘Learn from it’: Why Cleary masterclass could define young Dolphin’s career
Three narrow losses have driven the Dolphins out of the top eight. But one brutal reality check could be a young star’s making.
Politics
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Gambling
Gambling bosses blocked from speaking to PM, Rowland at fundraiser
While bankers seek out the treasurer and miners pursue the resources minister, sports betting figures will not get access to their key targets.
Business
New tax stoush flares over Woodside’s $7.7b oil project in Senegal
Woodside, the largest Australian energy company, is locked in a legal dispute in Senegal over how much tax it must pay from its newest oil field.
World
IS material ‘found at suspect’s home in foiled plot to attack Taylor Swift shows’
Security officials allege the suspects wanted to commit an attack outside the stadium, killing as many as possible using knives or explosives.
Opinion
The crazy WFH experiment is over. Water coolers are the biggest winners
Alexandra Smith
State Political Editor
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Property
The tug-of-war property sellers are losing
Asking prices of homes for sale fell over the past month as buyers struggle to keep up, but not all properties fared equally.
Eight of our favourite luxury homes for sale right now
From an elegant home with soaring double-height ceilings, to a designer residence with kitchens inside and out, here are our top picks.
Good Food
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Lifestyle
The public proposal: Romantic gesture or a disaster waiting to happen?
There have been seven marriage proposals from athletes in the city of love, but is a public one right for you? Experts weigh in.
Opinion
Workplace culture
LinkedIn is my favourite place on the internet. There, I said it
Tim Duggan
Careers contributor
Culture
Vanessa Amorosi wins court battle against her mother
Nine months after the property dispute with her mother wrapped in court, a judge has ruled in the singer’s favour. Mostly.
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The staggering 200m upset, the wheelchair and the secret illness
Earlier this week, Noah Lyles left the Stade de France with an Olympic gold medal. On Thursday he departed in a wheelchair wearing a COVID mask.
Another dark night for Rabbitohs with September to be a month to forget
A Green Day hit could not have been more appropriate after Souths lost to the competition leaders inside what felt an empty stadium on Thursday night.
Live
Paris 2024
Paris Olympics 2024 LIVE updates: Day 13 - James, Curry pull US back from brink; massive upset in 200m after Hull cruises into 1500m final; Stingers into gold medal match
Team USA pulled off a stunning victory in the basketball semi-final, Australia’s K4 men were denied gold in the canoe sprint, while the Stingers beat the USA to advance to the gold medal match in teh women’s water polo. Follow the action.
Full noise, loose screws and the Wallabies No.7: Can Carlo’s way help shock the Boks?
Carlo Tizzano was born without a reverse gear and loves UFC as much as rugby. Both could come in handy in a Test debut against a giant Springbok pack.
World records are being obliterated at the Olympic velodrome. Here’s why
Paris may have offered up a slow pool, but there is no shortage of speed at the track cycling, with a combination of factors contributing to insanely fast times.
It takes two to Tago: Brothers go head-to-head in battle of the west
For the first time in 34 years, two brothers will square off in a Parramatta-Penrith derby – and Jake Tago has vowed to go after his better-known sibling, Izack.
‘We’re ready to go’: Swans boosted by Rampe return for Magpies showdown
The return of their former captain to the Swans’ defence could not be better timed as the side look to get their season back on track against Collingwood at the SCG on Friday.
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We’ve won 18 gold medals so far. How many more could we win?
Australia has enjoyed an Olympics to remember in Paris, and there are still chances for the top spot on the podium.
