Business
Khawaja denies throwing ‘anyone under the bus’ over Sandpapergate scandal
Australian cricketer defends waiting so long to place blame, denying it was a marketing ploy to sell his book.
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Sports
Former F1 champion Jones dies aged 80
Alan Jones, the last Australian and first Williams driver to win the Formula 1 world title, dies at the age of 80.
World
Italian chef fired after refusing to put pineapple on pizza
He had told his employer, an Australian restaurant, that pineapple on pizza was "offensive" to Italian culture.
World
Australian government defends social media ban for under 16s in court
Government lawyers argued that social media use posed risks to children, and action is needed to protect them.
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Popular Australian children's author jailed over child exploitation offences
The author of Jasper Jones and Runt pleaded guilty in May after police raided his home months earlier.
Sports
'Un-Australian' - Warner tears into former side after SA charge to win
Australia crumble under the pressure of a final-day chase as South Africa charge to a famous Test and series victory.
World
Australian court rejects ‘mushroom murderer’ Erin Patterson’s appeal
Court rules Patterson will spend the rest of her life behind bars after denying parole.
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Mushroom murderer fails to overturn convictions in Australian court challenge
Erin Patterson argued her trial was unfair due to seven grounds but three appeal judges dismissed them all.
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Entertainment
AI microdrama edit of Neighbours worries actors and crew
A micro-drama will use AI-assisted technology to edit old episodes of the Australian TV soap to focus on Margot Robbie's character.
Science
Do spiders dream? Scientists just found a surprising clue
Scientists have discovered that spiders may sleep in ways surprisingly similar to humans, complete with distinct sleep stages and a dream-like REM state. Researchers at the University of Bonn studied the Australian jumping spider Portia fimbriata, a remarkably clever hunter known for its sophisticated strategies. By recording the spiders over several days and nights, they found clear evidence of regulated sleep, including a REM-like stage marked by eye movements and muscle twitches.
World
Australian murderer loses bid to eat Vegemite in prison
Andre McKechnie, who murdered a property developer, argued it was his right to enjoy Australian culture.
World
Australian Grand Prix called off as rain spoils Phillip Island sendoff
Race delayed by two hours before being cancelled due to low visibility despite a sellout crowd at Phillip Island.
World
Australian MP's condition improves after alleged car attack
The independent MP is now in a serious but stable condition, according to the Melbourne hospital.
World
Why do women in public life become targets?
A brutal targeted attack on an Australian female MP, who lost both her legs as a result, has reignited concerns over the rising levels of violence against women in public life. Also Cornell University is facing a no-confidence vote over its handling of an alleged gang rape in 2024. Annette Young speaks to Annie E. Clark, a survivor of campus sexual assault and Dr Sara Wilf of George Mason University about why institutions continue to struggle with sexual assault cases.
Politics
Ilhan Omar home raid, Haines attack: Inside rise in violence on officials
US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's home raided; Australian MP Helen Haines loses both legs following an attack.
World
Moment man rescued from sinking car by Australian TV reporter
Journalist Will Murray describes how he and a bystander saved an SUV driver from his vehicle.
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World
Meta faces Australian lawsuit over alleged social media harm to children
Class action could be first in Australia to blame social media for harming its users.
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Australian TV reporter rescues man from sinking car
Australian TV reporter rescues man from sinking car
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What happened to Australian politician Helen Haines?
Australian Lawmaker Helen Haines has lost both legs after a car rammed into her.
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'Targeted' attack on much-loved MP leaves Australian town heartbroken
Locals describe the MP, who had to have both legs amputated, as a genuinely kind person who fought for the community.