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Iran fires ballistic missiles at Israel

Iran fires ballistic missiles at Israel

The attack came after Israeli forces carried out a ground invasion of southern Lebanon targeting the Iranian-backed militia Hezbollah.

NSW Police take court action to stop Sydney rallies

NSW Police has taken court action to stop pro-Palestine gatherings from going ahead in Sydney.

Pro-Palestine gatherings planned for Sydney on October 6 and 7 may not go ahead after NSW Police applied for a court order.

ABC responds after Dutton’s terse exchange with reporter

The opposition leader accused the national broadcaster of failing to understand why Hezbollah is listed as a terrorist organisation, in a tense exchange with a reporter.

Cuddle therapy out, holidays nixed: here’s what NDIS won’t pay for anymore

Massages and manicures are off the list.

Drugs, alcohol and sexual services are explicitly ruled out in new laws, while spending funds on rent, food and holidays is no longer possible.

The ABC launched a racism review. The responses were damning

Outgoing ABC boss David Anderson has told current and former staff he is “truly sorry” after a report into systemic racism issued 15 recommendations.

Donations of brain tissue led Australia scientists to make crucial discoveries that led the way for a new schizophrenia drug.

The Australian research (and brains) that led to a new schizophrenia drug

Schizophrenia is common and difficult to treat. But Australians who donated their brains for scientific research have paved the way for a breakthrough drug that promises to address some of the more debilitating symptoms.

Thaler called female council workers dumb and useless. Now he’s been elected a councillor

Nimmitabel’s Andrew Thaler and some of the women who have spoken out against him.

Serial pest Andrew Thaler has been elected to a council that has banned him from meetings because he is considered a threat to staff safety.

Redfern ‘murder mall’ reinvented as $500 million Surry Hills Village

Locals say the old shops had “all the charm of an amenities block”, but the new Cleveland Street shops seem more Rome than Redfern.

Julian Assange, founder of WikiLeaks, delivers a speech beside his wife Stella Assange at the European council in Strasbourg, France, on Wednesday.

‘Isolation has taken its toll’: Assange breaks his silence

The 53-year-old WikiLeaks founder has spoken publicly for the first time since being freed from a UK prison after pleading guilty to US charges.

Kamal Harris greets Anthony Albanese in Washington, D.C., in October 2023.

Most Australians want Harris to beat Trump. But what does she want for Australia?

The Harris disposition fits our foreign policy needs. The Trump disposition does not.

Michael Fullilove
Michael Fullilove

Lowy Institute executive director

Houthis, Hezbollah and Hamas: Who they are and what they want

As Israeli troops raid Lebanon, conflict is spreading again in the Middle East. Who are the key players, and what is the Axis of Resistance?

Rupert Murdoch walks away from $12 billion chase for property giant

Murdoch’s REA Group has abandoned its pursuit of UK online property group Rightmove after its fourth takeover proposal was knocked back.

What is heart rate variability? And how important is it?

HRV: Insights into our heart.

HRV has become a favoured metric among elite athletes – but experts say people should be aware of these myths.

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Health

I can remember most things in vivid detail. It’s both a blessing and a curse

With the good of remembering the name of your childhood neighbour’s dog, also comes the bad.

Sydney music this month

From Herbie Hancock to Olivia Rodrigo: Sydney’s must-see gigs this October

Major international acts Herbie Hancock, The Weeknd and Olivia Rodrigo are among the live music offerings in October.

Michael Maguire has come out swinging ahead of Origin II.
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NRL 2024

Maguire often carries a baseball bat. He’ll need it at the Broncos

Greeted by a welcoming committee of Shane Webcke and Gorden Tallis, Michael Maguire knows there’s only one way to placate Brisbane’s powerful old boys.

The good faith gesture that could clear Suaalii for Spring Tour take-off

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 27: Joseph-Aukuso Sua’ali’i of the Roosters inspects the field ahead of the NRL Preliminary Final match between the Melbourne Storm and Sydney Roosters at AAMI Park on September 27, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

Eighteen months after making a shock decision to switch codes, Joseph Suaalii’s first steps in professional rugby will be determined this week.

Hip injury derailed Demon’s season, but he could play Davis Cup in November

Alex de Minaur has not given up on playing again this year, with a goal to return from injury in time to help Australia’s Davis Cup title assault.

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Happy days: Jahrome Hughes, the accidental halfback.

The amazing numbers that make Jahrome Hughes the Dally M favourite

The attacking numbers of raging Dally M favourite Jahrome Hughes point to one of the most well-rounded playmaking seasons in 15 years.

Panthers winger Sunia Turuva celebrates a try that should never have been disallowed.
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Why the NRL should be sweating bullets about a bunker bungle

Instead of admonishing aggrieved coaches, head office should fix its rule book.

Andrew Webster
Andrew Webster

Chief Sports Writer

Sydney

Linda Rogan enters the Federal Court in Sydney where she is challenging a bankruptcy notice issued by Richard White.

The tech billionaire, the ‘beauty addict’ and the suppression fight

One of Australia’s richest men is locked in an ugly court dispute with a Double Bay beauty entrepreneur.

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The areas cutting back on dining and entertainment and where little has changed

In every area of Sydney, people are spending less on luxuries such as dining out. Use our interactive maps to view the data for your area.

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‘I think I owe half a million dollars’: Bravery award recipient’s fraudulent dealings

‘I think I owe half a million dollars’: Bravery award recipient’s fraudulent dealings

Nick Karagiannis has made headlines for his courage and generosity, but the former car dealer also defrauded his ex-employer.

Sydney’s new air cargo link to the world rises out of the paddocks

A render of the massive air cargo hub planned for Western Sydney Airport.

Qantas is one of two large air freight operators to ink major deals with Western Sydney International Airport.

Man charged over crash that killed two best mates and married couple

Husband and wife Graham and Sue Tait.

A 23-year-old was charged over the deaths of Lochie Jacobs, Joey Urban and married couple Graham and Sue Tait.

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Michael Maguire has come out swinging ahead of Origin II.
Analysis
NRL 2024

Maguire often carries a baseball bat. He’ll need it at the Broncos

Greeted by a welcoming committee of Shane Webcke and Gorden Tallis, Michael Maguire knows there’s only one way to placate Brisbane’s powerful old boys.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 27: Joseph-Aukuso Sua’ali’i of the Roosters inspects the field ahead of the NRL Preliminary Final match between the Melbourne Storm and Sydney Roosters at AAMI Park on September 27, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

The good faith gesture that could clear Suaalii for Spring Tour take-off

Eighteen months after making a shock decision to switch codes, Joseph Suaalii’s first steps in professional rugby will be determined this week.

Sharks forward Jack Williams.

Parramatta coach Jason Ryles lands significant signing

Cronulla forward Jack Williams has agreed terms on a move to the Eels on a three-year deal from next season

Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins.

Two-year ban: Cummins and his teammates could lose millions in IPL crackdown

Indian cricket’s latest flex has targeted Pat Cummins and other top Australian players by threatening two-year bans if they skip the IPL for any reason other than injury.

Happy days: Jahrome Hughes, the accidental halfback.

The amazing numbers that make Jahrome Hughes the Dally M favourite

The attacking numbers of raging Dally M favourite Jahrome Hughes point to one of the most well-rounded playmaking seasons in 15 years.

Sam Bremner (left) with teammate Keeley Davis after winning their NRLW semi-final against the Knights.

Sam Bremner’s journey from quitting to the grand final

Four months ago NRLW veteran Samantha Bremner was in retirement. On Sunday, she’s playing for the Roosters in the grand final.

“Fair hearing”: Nelson Asofa-Solomona leaves the judiciary on Monday night.

Nelson Asofa-Solomona to miss NRL grand final after judiciary fail

The Storm giant will miss five matches, including the bumper clash with Penrith at Accor Stadium on Sunday night.

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