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November 18, 2024
I was excited to see one of my favourite bands. Except I didn’t see them, not really
At 23, I’m too young to remember a time without phones obscuring people’s views at concerts. Our need to document everything is coming with...
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 18, 2024
Rail workers given ultimatum to drop demands for 24-hour train services
The ultimatum from the state government raises the risk of severe disruptions or a shutdown of Sydney’s passenger rail network if workers re...
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 18, 2024
From a garage to a $2.5b start-up: SafetyCulture founder steps down
Luke Anear was a private investigator when he launched a start-up from his Townsville garage, growing it into one of the nation’s largest te...
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November 18, 2024
Kate McClymont speaks about Alan Jones arrest
SMH chief investigative reporter Kate McClymont speaks about Alan Jones' allegations and arrest by a NSW police strike force.
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 18, 2024
Australia news LIVE: Woolworths to be grilled at supermarket inquiry; Albanese to meet Xi Jinping at G20
Read the national news blog for rolling updates on today’s top stories.
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 18, 2024
Officer who Tasered Clare Nowland felt action was ‘justified’, court told
Senior Constable Kristian James Samuel White has taken to the witness box at his trial for the manslaughter of the 95-year-old great-grandmo...
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 18, 2024
Flipper makes million-dollar paper gain on $3.73m Erskineville house
An owner builder who spent $2,445,000 last year on an inner-city home and gave it an extensive renovation attracted four bidders at auction.
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November 18, 2024
How a dictionary derailed a Sydney criminal trial
The book was discovered by two court officers cleaning a jury room in Sydney. The response from the judge was swift.
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November 18, 2024
I asked Alan Jones about his sexuality and alleged abuse of power. This was his response
When I asked nearly 100 people about Alan Jones for a Good Weekend article, only a handful wanted to be quoted by name. The rest feared retr...
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November 18, 2024
I plan to give birth in Trump’s America, knowing it could kill me
Access to a safe and legal abortion may be what saves my life in a risky pregnancy or childbirth. It’s no longer guaranteed in the US – and...
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 18, 2024
Triumphant Trump returns to Madison Square Garden for UFC fight
Trump and his team believe the sport played a major role in boosting his image with the male voters key to his White House comeback.
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
Dutton to block Labor bid to restrict international students
The Coalition is promising bigger overall migration cuts than Labor but it is preparing to vote against the caps when the bill is in the Sen...
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November 17, 2024
Lidia Thorpe faces Senate censure over King Charles protest
Fellow crossbench Senator Ralph Babet will also be formally condemned over his racist and homophobic posts on X.
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November 17, 2024
Australia urges G20 leaders to take tougher stance on Ukraine, Middle East wars
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is warning about the loss of innocent lives and the damage to the world from the growing conflicts.
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
Cars damaged when storm dislodged Harbour Bridge road plate
A dramatic storm that swept over Sydney on Sunday night is being blamed for dislodging a road plate that damaged 25 cars at the entrance to...
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November 17, 2024
Wallabies player ratings: How the men in gold fared against Wales
The Grand Slam tour remains on track for the Wallabies after a commanding 32-point victory over Wales in Cardiff, despite losing Samu Kerevi...
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November 17, 2024
Blues handed major advantage for next year’s Origin series
In 2019 and 2022, the Blues thumped the Maroons at this neutral venue. They’re heading back there for game two in 2025.
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November 17, 2024
The best device for playing PC games is finally coming to Australia
Valve’s Steam Deck has great hardware and removes Windows from the equation, making for a streamlined and accessible PC gaming handheld.
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
Wallabies overcome red card in eight-try rout of Wales
The Wallabies have kept their Grand Slam dream alive by scoring a 32-point win over Wales in Cardiff.
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November 17, 2024
Ex-Nine boss Hugh Marks in the frame for top ABC gig
The media executive has been linked with the vacant managing director role at the national broadcaster.
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November 17, 2024
The 101 ways Google serves up Australians to known scammers
Using the world’s biggest search platform to find information on scams can deliver victims straight into the arms of criminals.
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November 17, 2024
To stop screen addiction, this school will give out phones. But there’s a catch
As families struggle to manage their children’s screen obsessions, Pymble Ladies’ College has devised a ground-breaking way to help.
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
A ‘good life’ can be ours: The curious common ground between Labor and Coalition
The major parties may seem bitterly divided, but we might be entering a new era of political consensus about the way we should be living.
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
Celebrity chef behind 280-seat restaurant at new $800m Sydney Fish Market revealed
Turkish-born Somer Sivrioglu has built a small restaurant empire in Sydney. But he’s going big with his latest eatery at Blackwattle Bay.
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
Frozen in fear: Sleep paralysis is more common than you think
It’s a condition most people will experience at least once in their lives, yet it remains woefully under-researched.
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November 17, 2024
Beat the 3pm snack attack with a low-GI diet – plus three easy recipes to get started
A diet rich in low-GI ingredients will keep you feeling full for longer. But there are plenty of other health benefits.
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November 17, 2024
This Fiji resort is a three-star place in a five-star location
Plantation hits the bullseye for families with amazing staff, a pristine reef and excellent food packages.
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November 17, 2024
The magnificent tropical fjords on Australia’s doorstep
Tufi’s coastline might often be compared to the Norwegian fjords, but that’s before you feel the heat and the dancing and drumming begins.
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November 17, 2024
Woman behind breakfast empire: After Bill Granger’s death, Natalie Elliott steps into sun
It was a love story that began over corn fritters, and went on to conquer the culinary world. Now, Natalie is tentatively rediscovering joy...
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
Forget Vegemite on toast, this is how to start the day right
Take a look at what Malaysians have for breakfast and suddenly your morning meal doesn’t look so good.
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November 17, 2024
Cash is dying, but government plans to keep it alive
The use of physical currency has plummeted in recent years, but Australians will still be able to use it to buy essential items into the fut...
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November 17, 2024
Inside Smith’s blueprint to take down Ashwin and India
Restored to his preferred position of No.4, the veteran batter explains how he intends to get the better of India’s most experienced bowler...
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
It started as a headache. By evening, James was unresponsive to his name
After losing core years of his young life to COVID-19 lockdowns, my teenage son’s life was almost claimed by an entirely avoidable illness.
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
Blackouts across Ukraine as Russia launches biggest missile attack in months
Ukrainians have been bracing for a major attack its power system, fearing crippling damage to the grid that would cause long blackouts and b...
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
How a viral, duct-taped banana came to be worth $1.5 million
A prank? A commentary on the state of the art world? The conceptual artwork the Comedian, which came to Australia earlier this year, is now...
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
‘Big vape’: How Chinese multinationals and organised crime fuelled a public health crisis
The Albanese government has introduced some of the world’s toughest vaping laws, but the black market is thriving. Now pharmacists are in op...
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
Trump won. The celebrations started. Then the trouble began
They came to Mar-a-Lago resort in black tie and glittery dresses. But beyond the party and behind closed doors, much was not going according...
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
Cam Smith was the NSW Open’s star attraction. His LIV Golf teammate stole the show
Smith, the 2022 British Open champion, led through the first three rounds – but a three-over 74 on Sunday allowed Lucas Herbert to lift the...
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
Fans clash with players as tempers flare during NBL scuffle
Adelaide star and former NBA player Montrezl Harrell and Melbourne’s Rob Loe engage in a push-and-shove after a foul call that quickly escal...
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
Boy, 2, critical after being pulled from Sydney public pool
The toddler has been rushed to the Children’s Hospital at Westmead.
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November 17, 2024
Trump picks top fossil fuel executive as his energy secretary
Chris Wright does not have any political experience and posted last year on LinkedIn that there is no “climate crisis”.
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
After 1000 days of bloodshed, Ukraine faces a fresh risk
The means by which the 47th US president plans to end the bloodshed triggered by Vladimir Putin is by no means clear.
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
Anti-Musk: The social media site picking up a lot of X refugees in Australia
Bluesky is Australia’s top-ranked social media app in both Apple and Google’s app stores, firming as the social media website of choice for...
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
As I leave beautiful but maddening Sydney, I’ve realised all its problems boil down to one thing
Sydney would be unstoppable if it could fix the cost of housing, the tyranny of distance and its obsession with rules and restrictions. We a...
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
Regan was stopped in the park by a man who recognised her. His reason was chilling
The man in his 60s called her a nickname she hadn’t heard since she was sexually abused decades ago – confirming a frightening reality.
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
Tourists will dress up and ‘fight’ at the Colosseum – and Romans are furious
Critics say the deal between Airbnb and the Colosseum will “trivialise” the arena, transforming the Roman icon into a theme park.
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
Breakaway rugby competition would flop - even with Saudi billions
Don’t confuse a concept like cricket’s Indian Premier League with what looks a series of exhibition games in non-rugby locales.
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024
The climate killer we ignore: Women are losing babies. I call it ‘maternalcide’
Soaring heat and compounding natural disasters are triggering fatal heart-related illnesses, mosquito-borne viruses and other fetal abnormal...
The Sydney Morning Herald
November 17, 2024