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500 killed: Lebanon’s deadliest day in decades as Israel hits hundreds of targets
Israeli airstrikes against hundreds of Hezbollah targets have killed 492 people and sent tens of thousands fleeing for safety in Lebanon’s deadliest day in decades.
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Crime
What accused Easey Street double killer told friends when he left Australia
When Perry Kouroumblis 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.
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Defamation
Deeming versus Pesutto: Opposition leader set to give evidence in Federal Court defamation battle
Victorian Opposition Leader John Pesutto is set to give evidence in the defamation trial ousted MP Moira Deeming launched against him.
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Brownlow Medal
45 votes, 12 best-on-grounds: Cripps’ Brownlow victory shatters records
Defying predictions of a tight count, and counter-intuitively to a season in which so little separated so many, Carlton superstar Patrick Cripps strolled away with his second Brownlow Medal.
Here comes the… Brownlow. Bridal looks rule as ‘queen’ Judd returns
Bubble hems, bridal-inspired gowns and a dress that cost $20. This year’s Brownlow red carpet had it all, including the return of fashion favourite Bec Judd.
Opinion
Life in the ’burbs
Once beautiful but neglected: My ‘Cinderella’ suburb is Melbourne’s mid-century belle
My parents’ first date in the 1950s was at a party in my now home suburb. The area was popular at the time with creative types such as writers, artists, actors, fashion designers.
Fiona Austin
Interior designer
Melbourne woman arrested in Turkey on terror charges
A Melbourne woman has been detained by Turkish authorities on terror charges amid accusations she supported a Kurdish nationalist group.
Punishment for poor design: Parking fine hope for residents in narrow streets of city’s north
Drivers could be given the green light to park on their own nature strips without fear of being stung by fines, in a bid to tackle an urban planning problem.
‘Feels like I’ve been on a bit of a rocket ship’: Tony Armstrong to leave ABC News Breakfast
The popular sports presenter has told News Breakfast viewers that after a whirlwind three years, he’ll be leaving the show.
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Airline reviews
Qantas crew makes an effort with jaded passengers
I get the distinct sense that Qantas flight attendants’ morale has lifted, that they’re making an effort to re-establish trust with jaded passengers. The service is warm, attentive and enlivened with a dash of jocularity.
From brunch to beachside dining: The best places to eat and drink in Noosa these school holidays
The popular holiday destination’s dining scene is stronger than ever. Here are the places to make a beeline for, before or after the beach.
Opinion
China relations
Was Biden’s ‘hot mic’ China warning over the top? 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
Wong again urges Australians to return from Lebanon as fears grow over attacks
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has urged dual nationals, Australian citizens and permanent residents to leave Lebanon as soon as they can as the region spirals into more conflict.
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Ambulance Victoria
Paramedics set for big pay increases after deal struck
Most paramedics would get a pay rise of almost 17 per cent over four years while “experienced paramedics” get 20 per cent over the same period.
BROWNLOW MEDAL
Glitz, glamour and the outfit that only cost $20
Keep returning here for the best images on the AFL’s night of nights.
Why 10 of our 13 experts agreed on their pick for the Brownlow
Ten of our 13 experts have agreed on their pick for the Brownlow. But there are some interesting roughies, including one plucked from left field by Kane Cornes.
Victoria
Older than the dinosaurs and ‘spectacular’ at building cities: Tiny, mysterious world of ants
There are 2.5 million ants for every human, but the insects are still misunderstood. A new immersive exhibition aims to change that.
How Peter Brock was drawn into the Easey Street murder probe
Unfounded tip-offs wasted police time, wrongly pointing the finger at dozens of men in the case, including the late motor racing legend.
Liberal MP claims Pesutto accused Deeming of organising Nazis at rally
In a heated exchange in the Federal Court, Kim Wells accused Liberal Party leadership of double-crossing Deeming and her backers.
Riots, suffering, death: The notorious Rome prison housing Easey Street suspect
Perry Kouroumblis is being held at one of Italy’s most overcrowded and violent prisons, as authorities fight to bring him to Australia.
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Education
Melbourne’s most overcrowded schools – and the thousands of homes being built near them
Use our interactive graphic to find out how full your school is – and whether population growth is about to put it under even more pressure.
AFL finals 2024
The 12 players most under the pump in the AFL grand final
The ghosts of grand finals past will occupy the minds of some Lions and Swans this week desperate for a do-over. Certain players will have more pressure on them than most.
How to get a grand final ticket, and why there’s no public sale
You’ve got to work hard to get into an AFL grand final – even if you’re a supporter.
Politics
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Nuclear energy
Coalition pushes gas as nuclear stopgap, but 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.
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
Australia monitors US ban on Chinese car software over security fears
The US is set to ban Chinese-made connected-car technology amid concerns that Beijing could access Americans’ data and even remotely disable cars on US roads.
Opinion
‘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
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Property
Melbourne’s house price record could be broken with first $100m sale
The Myer family’s historic Toorak home, Cranlana, is about to come to the market – a once-in-a-generation opportunity for buyers with deep pockets.
Young family splashes $6.6m on Brighton East home in marathon auction
Three parties competed for about 45 minutes for the keys to the stylish home with swimming pool that ticked a lot of boxes.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Has parenting really become too hard? Experts certainly believe so
Many parents are at the breaking point of stress, and some say parenting has become too hard. What can we do to bring the joy back?
Culture
Barbara hated my first book. I knew exactly how to get my revenge
What began as payback became something unexpected. And remarkably positive.
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Brownlow Medal
45 votes and 12 BOGs: Cripps shatters record in dominant Brownlow win
Defying predictions of a tight count, and counter-intuitively to a season in which so little separated so many – and so often – Carlton superstar Patrick Cripps strolled away with his second Brownlow Medal.
The moments that decide a grand final: Lions star on how his group can go one better this year
Brisbane Lions gun Hugh McCluggage says his side learnt much from a review of last year’s narrow grand final loss to Collingwood, especially in how to play the key moments.
England’s women cricket captain fined for blackface
Heather Knight apologises for attending a sport stars themed fancy dress party with her face blackened.
‘They want to silence us’: Caulfield rebels’ shock claim
Three rebel board members claim the Melbourne Racing Club is hauling them before a disciplinary hearing on Thursday. They claim this is an attempt to prevent them voting for the club’s next chairman.
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Formula 1
‘Thank you, Daniel’: Ricciardo’s telling gift in what could be final F1 drive
Lando Norris roared away from pole position at Marina Bay, leading every lap to the chequered flag, but the Australian who’s stolen fans’ hearts was front and centre for a different reason.
‘That’s an AFL question’: Coach queries fixture, while Tiger off to tribunal
While the freezing Melbourne night, with plenty of rain and wind, wouldn’t have helped, Kangaroos coach Darren Crocker suggested the less than ideal fixturing was the cause of the low turnout.
‘Be kind to yourself’: Angus Brayshaw makes poignant speech
Melbourne premiership star Angus Brayshaw was emotional when he took to the stage to deliver a speech honouring those players who had retired this year.
Have Your Say
The 12 players most under the pump in the 2024 AFL grand final
The ghosts of grand finals past will occupy the minds of some Lions and Swans this week desperate for a do-over. Certain players will have more pressure on them than most.
