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Murder charges laid over Brisbane cocaine deaths, after child phones 000
A child was forced to call for help after two people died from an adverse reaction to cocaine allegedly supplied by a Brisbane man.
Movements of wanted man revealed after baby attack
The man wanted by police after scalding coffee was poured on a baby reportedly went to a nearby church and changed his clothes.
Opinion
Greens
The Greens sent an attack dog to savage Labor. But did it dig up the wrong dirt?
The Greens present a genuine threat to the Albanese government, but a misstep this week may pose a bigger risk to themselves.
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
Live
US Votes 2024
Harris does first TV interview as leader, says she doesn’t regret backing Biden to run again
Kamala Harris and Tim Walz have sat down with US broadcaster CNN for an interview.
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LoadingUS Army defends cemetery employee in ‘unfortunate’ Trump campaign incident
The military, which rarely comments on political matters, said the employee who was pushed aside acted professionally and was being unfairly attacked.
Harris heads to ‘Trump country’ to appeal to Republican voters
Casting herself as a president for everyone, Kamala Harris barnstorms areas previous Democratic nominees have ignored.
Footy, fireworks, festivals (and heat): Is this Brisbane’s biggest weekend?
From a make-or-break local derby to pyrotechnic displays and plenty of arts and culture, Brisbane is leaving winter behind with one of the year’s biggest weekends.
Customs House to get a new roof, and a temporary new look
While it will be a “like for like” replacement, the work will result in a radical change in appearance for the historic 135-year-old building.
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Earnings season
‘Dysfunctional’: The Star enters trading halt, Queen’s Wharf to be written down
The NSW casino regulator says it needs more time to decide what to do about the struggling gaming giant.
Warnings issued as Brisbane temperatures set to soar close to record
Temperatures have been predicted to soar to within a degree of Brisbane’s record August maximum on Saturday.
Opinion
Dating
I’m a lapsed maneater and a born-again virgin. Here are my rules of dating
Oh, the irony isn’t lost on me: once viewed as too experienced, I’m now virtually clueless about modern dating!
Debbie Hooper
Writer
Which US political figure had a ‘brain worm’? Take the Brisbane Times Quiz
Catch up on the week’s biggest and strangest stories with our multiple-choice challenge.
Opinion
Work therapy
Why did my colleague pretend they’d never met me before?
While these situations can be commonplace, it doesn’t make them any easier to deal with, and can leave you feeling uncertain and anxious.
Jonathan Rivett
Careers contributor
Queensland runner Gout Gout goes viral – again. He’s just 16
Gout Gout’s dominant victories have made him world famous on social media, and the teenager just did it again.
Testosterone boosters are popular among fit men. But are they safe?
Many healthy middle-aged men also see testosterone boosters as an anti-ageing strategy to restore their lean muscle, strength, sex drive and energy. They come with risks.
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Vale
‘A mighty tree has fallen’: New Zealand’s Maori King Tuheitia dies
King Charles, NZ Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and former PM Jacinda Ardern are among those paying tribute to the country’s Maori King.
PARIS PARALYMPICS 2024
‘Gutted’: Wheelchair rugby team’s comeback hits hurdle
It was a high-pressure game for Australia’s Steelers. Ella Sabljak, one of three women on the team, cradled her head in her hands at one point, worried she’d let the team down before bouncing back.
Escaping the war, this Ukrainian athlete spent 24 hours on a train as bombs hit
Ukraine’s Artem Kolinko opens up ahead of his Paralympics debut on a terrifying long-haul train ride that might have saved his life.
Queensland
‘I want this man caught’: Police release more photos after baby scalded in park
As police released new photos of the man they are searching for, a mother spoke from her son’s hospital bed.
Updated
E-Scooters
Council orders company to remove rental e-scooters from Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast Council allowed Neuron Mobility to run an 18-month trial, but residents made clear the orange e-scooters and e-bikes were not welcome.
‘No bikes, please’: Why Brisbane’s newest city bridge is open to walkers only
Spanning 335 metres, the Neville Bonner Bridge is expected to attract about 9500 walkers a day, while bicycles and scooters are banned.
Families criticise Queensland police, inquest over Wieambilla failings
“She wasn’t keen to go and we weren’t either, because we’d heard stories about the large number of people with guns in that community,” said one mother.
A Star is born: Five-star hotel opens in Brisbane’s giant new $3.6b complex
The several-times delayed Queen’s Wharf Brisbane is finally ready, with The Star Brisbane making its debut.
Politics
CBA is taking down 50 fake websites a week. The boss wants tougher rules
As he defended a $9.8b profit, CBA boss Matt Comyn also called for an overhaul of the tax system.
Business
Updated
World markets
ASX climbs higher; Qantas jumps, Harvey Norman slides
The Australian sharemarket had a positive start to the session after stocks rose on Wall Street as markets shift their focus back to the US economy.
World
Woman who wrote book about grief after husband’s death to be tried for his murder
The court heard it was children’s book author Kouri Richins’ second attempt to kill her husband, after she allegedly spiked his sandwich on Valentine’s Day 2022.
Opinion
Kamala Harris is off to a Deep South Republican stronghold. So am I
Farrah Tomazin
North America correspondent
Explore
Property
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.
Australia’s luxury property market outperformed its international peers. Here’s how
While a quarter of cities around the globe declined as even the well-heeled hit their affordability limits, four major Australian capitals recorded price growth.
Good Food
Lifestyle
‘Designed to destroy your life’: Markus Zusak on the magic of mongrels
There are times when a hound with boundless enthusiasm can really test your limits – but let’s face it, perfect dogs are boring.
Opinion
Death
I’m glad you’ve come to my funeral. I’ve got a few things to tell you
Doug Hendrie
Freelance writer
Culture
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Arts
Opera Australia in turmoil after shock departure of artistic director
Jo Davies had barely 18 months in the key role at the nation’s biggest performing arts company.
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NRL 2024
‘Whoever is saying that has never worked with Wayne’: Dolphins slam Bennett talk before Broncos battle
We break down everything you need to know for the Battle of Brisbane between the Broncos and the Dolphins.
‘Just a cork’: Papenhuyzen injured as depleted Storm corralled by Cowboys
Fullback hobbled off during match that kept North Queensland on track for a home final.
Thompson takes top-10 scalp to continue Aussie charge
Jordan Thompson and Chris O’Connell have joined Alexei Popyrin in the US Open’s last 32.
Bont crowned captain of star-studded All-Australian team, but big names miss out
Charlie Curnow, Zach Merrett and Darcy Cameron were the most notable exclusions.
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NRL 2024
‘We’ve lost faith in them’: Balmain consider shock exit from Wests Tigers merger
Balmain directors want to table a proposal that could force the NRL to choose between the Balmain Tigers and Wests Magpies.
The footage you didn’t see of Haumole losing it at Leichhardt
He vowed to be better after landing in trouble at Origin III – but Haumole Olakau’atu has struggled to contain his frustrations again.
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World Boxing
Police charge Zerafa’a brother with assault on wild Tszyu fight night
On a wild boxing night, the punch everyone is talking about involved someone not on the fight card.
Have Your Say
‘I couldn’t stand the sight of myself’: Inside swimmer’s harrowing battle
It took months for Elijah Winnington to overcome a major blow. But now he has visions of a Brisbane 2032 swan song.
