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Thirteen women come forward with claims about Robert Ovadia, court told
The veteran crime reporter has taken his former employer, Network Seven, to the Federal Court, alleging he was unlawfully dismissed.
Top Sydney unis are the biggest targets of the student cap. It will cost the state billions
UNSW and Sydney University will be forced to slash their international enrolments by more than 40 per cent. This is how we got here and what it means.
Souths fine Mitchell $100k for white powder photo
The NRL also fined the Rabbitohs superstar $20,000 and imposed a one-game ban.
Analysis
Pacific diplomacy
Why are our leaders so loose in the Pacific?
Anthony Albanese’s hot-mic moment wasn’t like Peter Dutton’s joke about Pacific nations going underwater, but US official Kurt Campbell’s remarks were tantalising.
Opinion
AI
Why Nvidia’s $48b prediction just rattled Wall Street
Nvidia had a meteoric rise to become one of the world’s most valuable companies, but we just got a snapshot of the AI powerhouse’s vulnerability.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Family weep in court as girl’s killer paroled after attack on another woman
Terrence Leary attacked a woman at a bus stop just 10 months after he was released from prison on parole for murdering a 17-year-old in her bedroom.
A grandmother was last seen at an ATM. Her body was found 800km away
Mystery surrounds the death of a grandmother who was found half-buried at a popular NSW beach.
What Clover Moore said to turn everyone against her
The lord mayor was heckled by a fiery crowd as she fought to defend her city-shaping legacy during a debate about the state of Oxford Street whilst attending a forum.
Police launch investigation into alleged assault on wild Tszyu fight night
On a wild boxing night, the punch everyone is talking about - and police are now investigating - involved someone not on the official fight card.
Third time lucky? In-form Popyrin books another grand-slam encounter with Djokovic
Alexei Popyrin’s straight-sets victory means he will face Novak Djokovic in the US Open’s third round, but fellow Australians Rinky Hijikata, Ajla Tomljanovic and Maya Joint bowed out.
Paralympics open in style during grand ceremony
Paris inaugurated the 2024 Paralympics with a long opening ceremony in the heart of the city.
Graphic content
NRL injury ward
‘A hot dog bun with flesh hanging out’: Knights star’s emergency surgery
Kai Pearce-Paul initially thought it was just like any other graze. But after taking a second look, he realised he had a serious problem.
Most Wallabies debutants in 62 years: Schmidt’s rebuild goes on
Hamish Stewart will become the 15th Wallabies debutant of the year against Argentina on Sunday.
Opinion
Pop music
Anyone excited about the Oasis comeback has taken too many Class A drugs
Lads, Britpop’s ancient history – and you weren’t that good anyway.
Ben Coady
Sports Editor
Collection
Pub dining
11 old Sydney pubs, all done up and ideal for your Father’s Day celebrations
From casual courtyard dining to more formal fine-dining, these much-loved Sydney pubs have reopened recently and have really upped their food and drink offerings.
Exclusive
Literature
Liane Moriarty confirms Big Little Lies sequel, as she launches new book
The author has teased details about the follow-up to her most popular work.
PARIS PARALYMPICS 2024
‘I could feel my heart sinking’: How de Rozario plans to combat Paris cobblestones
Madison de Rozario has achieved all there is across her illustrious career but will face a unique challenge in the women’s marathon at the Paris Paralympics.
Everything you need to know about the 2024 Paralympics
The Paralympics begin on Thursday – 160 Australians will be taking part in the Games. Here are some you may not know about.
Sydney
Exclusive
Selective schools
‘Your child cannot receive an offer’: Parents pay for selective school predictions
A major Sydney coaching college is instructing parents on which selective schools they should choose, which analysts warn is fuelling anxiety among students.
Closure of busy rail line might be worse than first thought
Free replacement buses will be offered during the line’s closure from September 30, in a bid to ease the disruption.
‘Insidious pollutant’: The microplastic hotspots in Sydney Harbour revealed
Manly Cove is one of the worst hotspots in Australia, with every square metre of sand containing more than a thousand tiny particles of plastic.
Former Sydney swimming coach Dick Caine revealed as serial paedophile
Caine’s lawyers fought to keep his identity a secret after a judge found he committed 39 offences against girls as young as 10.
Inside the revolt against the NSW building bill
New laws designed to protect homeowners and deal with the state’s housing crisis might have the reverse effect, architects warn.
NRL 2024
Opinion
I’m backing Eels to dash top-eight dreams of inconsistent Dragons
Andrew Johns
League columnist
Exclusive
Ex-premier caught in crossfires of turmoil at Wests Tigers
Barry O’Farrell is considering departing the club after he was told that he would have to reapply for his job as Tigers chairman.
Eels make decision on Gutherson’s future, Matterson to stay
Speculation had been rife that the Eels captain could be on the move at the end of the season. Jason Ryles has put that to bed.
Politics
Inflation eases, but Australia is facing a difficult Christmas
Inflation has stepped down further as power and petrol prices ease, but the easing of price pressures may be too late for struggling retailers.
Business
Qantas posts $1.25b profit after year of turbulence
Qantas boss Vanessa Hudson has unveiled her first full-year result since taking over as chief executive last September.
World
Donald Trump blames Biden, Harris for failed assassination attempt
The former president made the claim on the US talk show Dr Phil in a significant escalation of his remarks about his near-death experience.
Opinion
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Property
Suburbs where families can’t afford to pay the mortgage, and can’t afford not to
Most home owners have managed to keep up with 13 interest rate rises, but in some areas at least one in 50 borrowers are behind.
Seven of the best luxury homes for sale right now
From a near-new home that takes its cues from mid-century style, to an 1880s villa with a bluestone facade, we’ve rounded up our top picks.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Not everyone finds exercise rewarding. Here’s how to make it more tolerable
Recent discoveries have helped experts understand why working out can be such a high. And, they say, a few changes can help train your body and mind to find it more pleasurable.
Culture
One man’s mission to win Radio Birdman’s rightful place in history
Murray Engleheart’s account of the legendary Sydney band is full of passion.
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Sport
Police launch investigation into alleged assault on wild Tszyu fight night
On a wild boxing night, the punch everyone is talking about - and police are now investigating - involved someone not on the official fight card.
South Sydney fine Latrell Mitchell $100,000 for white powder photo
The star fullback may have to pay a total of $120,000 after being issued breach notices from South Sydney and the NRL.
‘I didn’t feel like a drug cheat’: Anti-doping ban forced Matildas star out of Olympics
Aivi Luik was not available for selection for Paris 2024 because of a three-month suspension relating to a pain-killing injection she was given two years ago by her former club in Italy.
Graphic content
NRL injury ward
‘A hot dog bun with flesh hanging out’: Knights star’s emergency surgery on gruesome injury
Kai Pearce-Paul initially thought it was just like any other graze. But after taking a second look, he realised he had a serious problem.
Exclusive
NRL 2024
Former NSW premier caught in crossfire of political turmoil at Wests Tigers
Barry O’Farrell is considering departing the club after he was told that he would have to reapply for his job as Tigers chairman.
Most Wallabies debutants in 62 years: Schmidt’s rebuild continues
Hamish Stewart will become the 15th Wallabies debutant of the year against Argentina on Sunday.
Exclusive
Cameron Smith
From LIV Golf’s million-dollar paydays to the Murray River: Cameron Smith’s big call
Australia’s most recent major champion is used to playing in some of the world’s biggest cities. But he’ll trade that for an event on the NSW-Victoria border this year.
Have Your Say
More air than Jordan: The Sultan of Swat is still breaking records
A baseball jersey won 92 years ago has sold for $35 million. Yep, you read that right.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
