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Man stabbed to death at inner west restaurant knew attacker, police say
A manhunt is under way after a man was killed on the street in Marrickville by a person believed to be known to him.
Israel launches airstrikes on Hezbollah, killing hundreds
Israel said it had launched airstrikes against hundreds of Hezbollah targets on Monday, killing 492 people and sending tens of thousands fleeing for safety in Lebanon.
Sydney’s grand ferries’ use-by date is set
The major plans to electrify the state-owned ferry fleet also have consequences for the vessels synonymous with Sydney.
Hundreds of surgeries delayed as NSW nurses strike
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Tony Armstrong to leave ABC News Breakfast
The popular sports presenter has told News Breakfast viewers that he will be leaving the show.
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Nuclear energy
Coalition pushes gas as nuclear stopgap, PM says Dutton won’t ‘come clean’
Australia’s use of gas will be an election flashpoint as the Coalition pledges to keep more for local use to fuel the party’s nuclear ambitions.
Swans and Lions fans fork out double for grand final airfares
Sydney and Brisbane-based fans are coughing up as much as $1800 for a return trip to Melbourne this weekend for the first all-interstate final since 2006.
England’s women cricket captain fined for blackface
Heather Knight apologises for attending a sport stars themed fancy dress party with her face blackened.
‘Delusional, ill-informed’: V’landys’ AFL grand final week take down
Less than a week out from the AFL grand final, Peter V’landys has responded to suggestions rugby league would soon lose its grip as the No.1 sport in NSW.
Opinion
China relations
Was Biden’s ‘hot mic’ China warning OTT? New footage of this mid-air bullying suggests not
The Australian government speaks reassuringly of a “stabilised” relationship with Beijing. China’s national broadcaster portrays a very different state of affairs.
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Trump’s would-be assassin promised prize for anyone who could ‘finish the job’
Prosecutors allege Ryan Routh left a chilling handwritten letter addressed to “The World”, confirming the attempt on the ex-president’s life.
‘Blindsided’: Sydney University vice chancellor resists calls for resignation
Internal documents obtained by the Herald reveal he was “blindsided” by the Jewish community’s reaction to a deal to shut down the pro-Palestinian encampment.
The secrets kept from those within the nerve centre fighting COVID
As state and federal governments fought for control of borders and information, some of the most vulnerable were left at risk.
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Crime
What accused double killer told friends when he left Australia
When he moved to Greece in 2017, it was for compassionate reasons, leaving friends baffled about how he could now be accused of a brutal double murder.
Jacinta Price is right for The Australian’s 60th birthday
The newspaper was prepared to fork out expenses to ensure its star guest would attend the festivities in Sydney.
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Marrickville
No avo toast? No bacon and egg rolls? This nostalgic inner west cafe proves it can be done
Don’t expect textbook brunch dishes at Superfreak in Marrickville. The menu is filled with nutrition-driven dishes that “are healthy, but not Bondi healthy”.
NRL 2024
Opinion
The play that proved Luke Keary is running the Roosters again
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Let’s put the whistle away and play: Cleary, Luai applaud finals referees
Their preliminary finals opponents played in a frenetic match last week that featured just four penalties. The Panthers loved it – and want it to continue until the grand final.
Tough as nails and just as mad: the Radley trait which Roosters value most
Two club legends – along with “vitamins and Guinness” – have fast-tracked the Roosters enforcer’s return from what was feared a season-ending injury.
Sydney
This Sydney council issued 92 paper parking tickets last year. It still made $9.5m
NSW’s local councils aren’t thrilled by the state government’s determination to bring back paper tickets.
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Scams
Mark dreamt of a duplex to share with his mum. A $200,000 scam forced him into a shed
The mother and son were robbed of their life savings by a man purporting to be an AMP employee as part of a $1 million comparison site swindle.
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COVID inquiry
The next pandemic is inevitable. Australia isn’t ready
NSW is less prepared to fight a pandemic today than before COVID-19, top infectious disease and public health veterans warn.
Revealed: How the new metro line has shaken up Sydney’s commutes
New figures show the M1 line is taking pressure off heavy rail stations, which have had falls of up to 40 per cent in commuters filing through their gates.
Sam Mostyn beats Margaret Beazley in The Block: Vice-regal edition
As soon as news first surfaced of a possible royal visit in October, the jockeying began. And it was not confined to the racetrack.
Politics
‘Zomi’s death cannot be in vain’: Australia leads push to protect Gaza aid workers
The family of Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom, who was killed by Israeli drone strike in Gaza earlier this year, backed Foreign Minister Penny Wong’s initiative.
Business
‘A science project’: Billionaire executive unloads on Microsoft’s AI chatbot
One of the world’s leading technology executives says rival Microsoft’s Copilot is “the next Clippy” and can’t be trusted in the workplace.
World
Police seize ‘spy glasses’ in raid on home of Italian minister’s ex-lover
Italian police have raided the home of an influencer whose affair with the country’s tourism minister brought about his political downfall.
Opinion
US Votes 2024
‘October surprises’ have changed US elections. Will they ruin Kamala Harris’ chances?
Bruce Wolpe
Senior fellow at the US Studies Centre and former political staffer
Opinion
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Property
Family splash $9.3m on one of only two houses for sale in Greenwich
Five parties registered to bid on the five-bedroom house to get into the tightly held neighbourhood, which proved harder this spring than usual.
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Title Deeds
Cafe queen pays $10.4 million for Coogee mansion she fell in love with
Theresa Moussa’s The Grounds has been a top drawcard to Alexandria and she’s taking her expertise in recreating local landmarks to a new project.
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Lifestyle
Brownlow 2024: All the looks from the red carpet
The best images on the AFL’s night of nights.
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Sydney Festival
New Sydney Festival director wants us on the edge of our seats
Canadian-born Kris Nelson’s first festival will be in 2026, the 50th anniversary of the event.
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NRL 2024
The play that proved Keary is running the Roosters again
In his final days in the red, white and blue, and with halfback Sam Walker sidelined, the veteran half has emerged as their most important player.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
‘Delusional, ill-informed’: V’landys’ AFL grand final week take down
Less than a week out from the AFL grand final, Peter V’landys has responded to suggestions rugby league would soon lose its grip as the No.1 sport in NSW.
England’s women cricket captain fined for blackface
Heather Knight apologises for attending a sport stars themed fancy dress party with her face blackened.
Tough as nails and just as mad, but this Radley trait is the one Roosters value most
Two club legends have fast-tracked the Roosters enforcer’s return from what was feared a season-ending injury.
‘No one is entitled to that shirt’: How Popovic plans to make Socceroos great again
Three days after Graham Arnold’s shock exit was publicised, his replacement has been unveiled - and has vowed to restore the fading pride in the Australian jersey.
Let’s put the whistle away and play: Cleary, Luai applaud finals referees
Their preliminary finals opponents played in a frenetic match last week that featured just four penalties. The Panthers loved it – and want it to continue until the grand final.
Warner brothers: Swan tips younger siblings to be future AFL stars
Forget the acclaimed Sydney Swans academy – the Warner family back garden in Perth is poised to become one of the biggest producers of AFL talent in the game.
Have Your Say
Half-price: Why these two budget buys are mixing it with NRL’s millionaire playmakers
Their pay packets aren’t in the same ballpark as six of the highest-paid players in the game, but they’ve already had a taste of the NRL high life and the scrutiny that comes with it.
