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How two bizarre billionaires tore Twitter apart
From Jack Dorsey’s love of “salt juice” to Elon Musk’s decision to kill off the famous bird symbol, this is the story of how Twitter was almost destroyed by the actions of two men. ⌘ Read more
National weather forecast for Tuesday May 21
National weather forecast for Tuesday May 21. ⌘ Read more
International Criminal Court seeks arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister
Arrest warrants sought against leaders of Israel and Hamas for war crimes. ⌘ Read more
Big legal victory for WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange
British court rules WikiLeaks founder Assange can appeal against an extradition order to the US. ⌘ Read more
Premiers urge Shorten to put the brakes on NDIS changes
State and territory leaders have banded together to warn that Australians with a disability will be worse off unless the NDIS minister slows his plans to clamp down on the $44 billion program. ⌘ Read more
Amal Clooney on panel that backed ICC warrants for Netanyahu, Hamas
Clooney, a prominent human rights lawyer, had been criticised for not speaking out on the war. ⌘ Read more
‘It will unify the country’: Security minister assures NRL players PNG will be safe
In a wide-ranging interview with this masthead, PNG security minister spoke passionately about the “transformative” impact a team based in Port Moresby would have. ⌘ Read more
A dietitian ranks seven popular supermarket yoghurts (and reveals her top picks)
From Greek to plain to no added sugar, yoghurt options are proliferating in the supermarket. So which one is right for you? ⌘ Read more
Operation woo Wayne west: Inside the Eels’ failed plot to replace Arthur with Bennett
On May 11, while the rugby league world poked fun at the Eels for not pursuing Bennett’s services, club bosses boarded a flight to Brisbane to meet him at his farm. ⌘ Read more
How this brilliant musical was produced from scratch in five days
With the right artistic director in Tyran Parke, the Australian Musical Theatre Festival is on an upward trajectory. ⌘ Read more
Can words change the world - maybe even save it? This play hopes so
Rival gangs come together to overcome prejudices ingrained through centuries of linguistic misunderstanding, in the latest play by youth theatre group St Martins. ⌘ Read more
ASX set to dip with Wall Street mixed to start week
Most US stock indexes are ticking higher on Monday and adding to their latest winning week. ⌘ Read more
A Labor leader agreeing with Peter Dutton? It is election season
The Queensland-based federal opposition leader and Premier Steven Miles, maybe more by design than accident, landed on the same side of migration talk this week. ⌘ Read more
One and done: 12 great TV shows that truly were one-season wonders
From My So-Called Life to Firefly, the modern era of TV is littered with shows that were cancelled way too quickly. ⌘ Read more
Abilities not exams: Victorian students testing a new measure that could replace ATAR
Critical thinking, collaboration and communication are being measured to provide a rounded view of a student’s skills, rather than just their university entrance rank. ⌘ Read more
Airline review: Rare jumbo jet’s economy class feels more like premium
I can’t remember the last time I wanted a flight in economy to last a bit longer. ⌘ Read more
What Australians plan to do with their $300 energy bill subsidy
Most Australians say they will use it to increase savings or pay down loans, countering fears of a spending splurge that would fuel inflation. ⌘ Read more
Crisafulli’s LNP climbs higher against Miles’ Labor leadership
Steven Miles took the top job in December, pitching himself as Labor’s best chance for the October election. New polling for Brisbane Times details what’s changed. ⌘ Read more
How meat and greet with Gus got Addo-Carr back on track
As NRL rivals circled, Josh Addo-Carr broke bread with Bulldogs boss Phil Gould and learned some home truths about leadership, prompting an off-field overhaul for the Indigenous flyer. ⌘ Read more
The once-affordable Perth suburbs no longer an option for the average dual-income couple
More than 50 suburbs across Perth are no longer affordable for the average working couple – including one in the City of Armadale. ⌘ Read more
NSW tree-change towns that boomed most over the past five years
Some have recorded 60 per cent growth as city escapees look for remote-working hotspots or local jobs, but not everyone wins. ⌘ Read more
More young people than ever identify as LGBTQ. But is it easier to be queer today?**
What’s it like to grow up queer today? Three Gen Z Australians share their stories. ⌘ Read more
Art attack: The portrait Gina Rinehart does want you to see
After failing to have an unflattering portrait removed from the National Gallery of Australia, the nation’s wealthiest person has given a clear picture of what she likes. ⌘ Read more
Your life will never be the same after visiting this unfinished masterpiece
Here’s how to get the best out of a visit to Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi’s unfinished masterpiece in Barcelona, La Sagrada Familia. ⌘ Read more
Do you really need an iron supplement? Here’s what the science says
There are plenty of reasons you may have low iron. Here’s how to turn that around, according to experts. ⌘ Read more
Even Americans are getting sick of having to tip
My question is: what took them so long? Australians have not been tipping for decades. ⌘ Read more
Australia’s most far-flung and freakishly scenic archipelago
I’ve been advised to “duel to the death” for a window seat on this “cinematic” flight to Cocos Keeling Islands, a place still relatively unknown to Aussies. ⌘ Read more
High-speed rail, airport connections and more Metro stations: What Parramatta needs by 2050
The City of Parramatta could be a global city of five connected “districts”, according to the council’s new vision for the region. ⌘ Read more
When Taiwan changed leader, Beijing sent its own guests, uninvited
This is the atmosphere in which Taiwan on Monday inaugurated its new president, Lai Ching-te, ⌘ Read more
Alleged sex assault victim found police station closed when she went for help
After allegedly being attacked by a “rideshare driver”, a 20-year-old persuaded him to drop her near a police station. But the station’s front desk hours had been cut back. ⌘ Read more
Boy racks up $1047 fine in one day for riding without a helmet
Some children are racking up tens of thousands of dollars in fines before they turn 18, prompting key legal services to call on NSW to scrap fines for minors. ⌘ Read more
WA to get first shelter for male victims of domestic violence
Statistics reveal one in 18 men have experienced physical and/or sexual violence by a current or previous partner, while one in seven have experienced emotional abuse. ⌘ Read more
Assange can appeal against US extradition on espionage charges, UK court rules
London’s High Court ruled that assurances it sought from the US were insufficient and that it would allow the WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to appeal against his extradition on espionage charges. ⌘ Read more
International Criminal Court seeks arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders, including Netanyahu
The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court says he is seeking arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. ⌘ Read more
Job ads disappear as interest rates bite
More people are fighting to fill fewer vacant positions in a further sign the job market is slowing thanks to higher interest rates. ⌘ Read more
Superquiz and Target Time, Tuesday, May 21
Trivia buffs: test your knowledge with today’s interactive superquiz and target. ⌘ Read more
After high-drama capture, Haas’ life all but rests in the hands of Australian diplomats
In a possible high-stakes test for the Albanese government, the case of Gregor Haas, father of NRL star Payne, has the making of a three-way diplomatic tangle. ⌘ Read more
‘Big Ange’ and the political football
Ange Postecoglou arrives back in Melbourne in the middle of the AFL season. Steeped in two codes, how should he negotiate the “No Sherrin” rule? ⌘ Read more
International Criminal Court seeks arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders, including Netanyahu
The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court says he is seeking arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. ⌘ Read more
Urgent call for people to donate blood and plasma
There is an urgent call for people to donate blood and plasma as WA’s supply runs low. ⌘ Read more
Notorious bank robber arrested after allegedly cutting off ankle monitor
Notorious bank robber Brett Maston has been arrested after allegedly cutting off his ankle monitor. ⌘ Read more
'It evens it up': Gus' bold call on Munster Origin injury
Cameron Munster's Origin absence will be as sorely felt by Queensland as Nathan Cleary's will by New South Wales, according to Gus Gould. ⌘ Read more
Manly considering shock Turbo positional switch
Danny Weidler has revealed that Manly are considering moving Tom Trbojevic to the centres when he returns from his latest hamstring injury ⌘ Read more
Parramatta's secret Wayne Bennett meetings revealed
Danny Weidler has revealed the Eels were in talks with Wayne Bennett for several weeks before terminating coach Brad Arthur ⌘ Read more
Gus bemused by 'strange' timing of Arthur's dismissal
Gus Gould admits he's surprised by Parramatta's decision to sack their coach despite the imminent return of injured halfback Mitchell Moses ⌘ Read more
Gus warns Roosters over Crichton treatment
Gus has declared the Roosters are at risk of losing Angus Crichton even though they missed out on David Fifita after all ⌘ Read more
That price must be a wind up
Keeping your assets at arm’s length. ⌘ Read more
Cornes slams 'delusional' Tigers coach
Kane Cornes is shocked to hear Richmond coach Adem Yze refuse to admit his side is in a rebuilding period. ⌘ Read more
Cornes unhappy with Port's near-loss to Hawks
Kane Cornes says Port Adelaide's efforts against Hawthorn for three quarters were dismal, despite their win. ⌘ Read more
Post-budget bickering between parties continues
The federal government and opposition are still fighting after the budget, with a fresh attack on Peter Dutton's plans to cut migration. ⌘ Read more
Port’s Ollie Wines cleared following heart scare
There is relief at Port Adelaide after midfielder Ollie Wines was cleared by a cardiologist following his heart scare. ⌘ Read more
Best of cartoons, May 21, 2024
The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists. ⌘ Read more
The latest illustrations from artist Cathy Wilcox
The latest work by the acclaimed Sydney Morning Herald editorial cartoonist. ⌘ Read more
The latest illustrations from artist Matt Golding
Illustrations by the artist from The Age. ⌘ Read more
The latest illustrations from artist Andrew Dyson
Some of his best work. ⌘ Read more
Best of cartoons, May 21, 2024
The news of the day as interpreted by our talented artists, illustrators and cartoonists. ⌘ Read more
Addo-Carr's strange lifestyle change ahead of Origin
Josh Addo-Carr was proudly modelling his Indeginous round jersey at Belmore today, but there's another jumper he's also hoping to wear this season. ⌘ Read more
Mam to replace injured Munster
Broncos playmaker Ezra Mam is firming to make his Origin debut with Cameron Munster to miss the entire series through injury. ⌘ Read more
MCG to land NFL game
A bold play is underway to bring the NFL down under with Melbourne keen to host the first ever game on Australian soil. ⌘ Read more
Two-year-old boy and father found dead in Lismore
A two-year-old boy and his father have been found dead in a suspected murder-suicide in Lismore. ⌘ Read more
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs admits to assaulting ex-girlfriend
Rapper Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has admitted to assaulting his ex, as Australian politicians call for a boycott of his music. ⌘ Read more
Sydney singer Frank Ifield dies aged 86
Singer Frank Ifield, who once had The Beatles as a support act, has died aged 86. ⌘ Read more
Saints seeking shared tenancy, Essendon-style, at the MCG
St Kilda want to shift a number of home games to the MCG and, over the longer-term, have a shared tenancy between the AFL’s Marvel Stadium and the MCG, in the same manner as Essendon. ⌘ Read more
Adelaide teenager defies odds to make Paralympics
Adelaide teenager Angus Hincksman has defied every medical expectation to make it to the Paralympics. ⌘ Read more
Homeowners mount legal fight over allegations of asbestos use
Homeowners on the Fleurieu Peninsula have launched a legal fight over claims asbestos waste was wrongly used on their properties. ⌘ Read more
Gold Coast man died waiting in back of ambulance
A Gold Coast man died after suffering a heart attack while waiting in the back of an ambulance. ⌘ Read more
Two workers escape factory fire in Brisbane’s south
Two workers have escaped a factory fire in Brisbane’s south that sent 10-metre-high flames into the sky. ⌘ Read more
Pro-Palestine protesters arrested at University of Queensland
Two pro-Palestine protesters have been arrested at a rally at the University of Queensland. ⌘ Read more
Coroner makes shock finding in Sharron Phillips’ cold case inquest
A coroner has ruled Sharron Phillips died in suspicious circumstances but not who killed her in 1986. ⌘ Read more
New details on six-hour joyride in alleged stolen car
New details have been released by police about an alleged stolen car joyride from Brisbane to Toowoomba. ⌘ Read more
South Australia battling triple-whammy of respiratory viruses
South Australia is battling a triple-whammy of respiratory viruses as cases of the flu, RSV, and COVID-19 rise. ⌘ Read more
Man accused of attacking women on public transport could be banned
A man accused of attacking four women on a train could be banned from all public transport in South Australia. ⌘ Read more
Motorist threatened with pickaxe during alleged road rage attack in Melbourne
A man wielding a pickaxe has been caught on camera threatening a driver on a busy road in Melbourne's inner suburbs over the weekend. ⌘ Read more
Rebels could drop Rugby Australia lawsuit threat if it backs plan to save club
The change of tack could signal a major development in the negotiations between the consortium attempting to rescue the Melbourne Rebels and the sport’s governing body. ⌘ Read more
Peter Dutton wants to cut migration but that isn’t a housing policy
Readers react to the housing shortage and the opposition leader’s vision for Australia as stated in his budget reply. ⌘ Read more
Eleven years ago, she won NSW’s most prestigious book prize. She just did it again
Ali Cobby Eckermann always wanted to be a writer. Now she’s received the highest accolade in the NSW Premier’s Literary Awards for the second time. ⌘ Read more
The incidents that resulted in criminal charges in the A-League
A number of events during matches involving the Macarthur Bulls are central to police claims. ⌘ Read more
Students protesting at University of Melbourne told to 'leave' or face expulsion
Pro-Palestine students occupying a University of Melbourne building have been ordered to pack up and leave or face possible expulsion. ⌘ Read more
Details of South Eastern Freeway safety upgrade revealed
The South Eastern Freeway safety upgrade is now fully funded thanks to an extra $100m from the federal budget. ⌘ Read more
Post-budget bickering between continues
The federal government and opposition are still fighting after the budget, with a fresh attack on Peter Dutton's plans to cut migration. ⌘ Read more
Nurses and midwives vote on deal negotiated with Victorian government
Nurses and midwives have converged to vote on a new pay deal negotiated with the Victorian government. ⌘ Read more
Man remains in custody after alleged police stabbing
A man charged with stabbing a Sydney police officer will remain behind bars after a court appearance. ⌘ Read more
Iran president, foreign minister among those killed in helicopter crash
Iran’s president, foreign minister and others are confirmed dead after helicopter crash. ⌘ Read more
Calls to change how teens use social media
There are calls to change how NSW teens use social media in response to heightened mental health concerns. ⌘ Read more
Home buyback scheme floated after Kensington Banks labelled flood-prone
Property experts say house prices in the estate could fall by up to 20 per cent following Melbourne Water’s revised modelling for the Maribyrnong River catchment. ⌘ Read more
Billy on what Munster injury means for Maroons: The Billy Slater Podcast - Ep11
Billy opens up on the challenge Queensland now face potentially without Cam Munster.

Plus A huge Magic Round review as the Warriors stun the Panthers, Sharks the real deal as Hynes makes Origin statement and Kalyn who? Armstrong scores three as Knights defeat the Titans

The Billy Slater Podcast with Billy and Mar ... ⌘ Read more
Nearly half of Sydney Uni’s students come from overseas
The institution was the only NSW university to post a surplus in 2023, although it underpaid casual academics about $70 million. ⌘ Read more
The surprise connection between a Buddhist temple and a Sydney croquet club
The latest additions to the State Heritage Register celebrate NSW’s rich cultural tapestry. ⌘ Read more
‘There is less tolerance’: Wong’s veiled criticism of India under Modi
Senior ministers have been notably reluctant to criticise Narendra Modi’s government, with India seen as a crucial economic and strategic partner for Australia. ⌘ Read more
Hunchback Shardlake is a fascinating protagonist in this 16th century murder mystery
Disabled actor Arthur Hughes play an English barrister who gets to the bottom of the machinations that surround King Henry VIII. ⌘ Read more
Meet Xi’s new No.1 enemy: The man at the heart of the US-China superpower battle
Taiwan’s new president Lai Ching-te has demanded Beijing stop threatening the island, while urging the world to see the protection of Taiwan’s democratic freedoms as essential to global peace. ⌘ Read more
Man who died after hours in ambulance ‘should never have remained ramped’**
Leaked emails show that paramedics escalated their concerns to hospital bosses as the 78-year-old man’s condition deteriorated. ⌘ Read more
Yellow card lead to police investigation
This incident involving Macarthur midfielder Ulises Davila has come under scrutiny. ⌘ Read more
Victoria’s nurses and midwives reject new pay offer in shock decision
About 3000 union members attended Monday’s meeting, where they vented their anger and rejected the pay deal with the Allan government. ⌘ Read more
Eels chased Bennett before sacking Arthur
Parramatta entered secret talks with Wayne Bennett for four weeks before sacking coach Brad Arthur. ⌘ Read more
Details of South Eastern Freeway safety upgrade revealed
The South Eastern Freeway safety upgrade is now fully funded thanks to an extra $100m from the federal budget. ⌘ Read more
Parker bump sent straight to tribunal; Liberatore eyes return from concussion battle
Premiership Swan Luke Parker has been sent straight to the VFL tribunal. Meanwhile, Tom Liberatore is eyeing a return from his concussion scare but Jordan De Goey is racing to prove his fitness. ⌘ Read more
After high-drama capture, Haas’ life all but rests in the hands of Australian diplomats
In a possible high-stakes test for the Albanese government, the case of Gregor Haas, father of NRL star Payne, has the making of a three-way diplomatic tangle. ⌘ Read more
Galleries, museums, chauffeurs for taxpayer-funded $126k ministerial trip
Documents obtained under right to information laws reveal Leeanne Enoch’s business-class journey across North America. ⌘ Read more
Man who died after hours in ambulance ‘should never have remained ramped’**
Leaked emails show that paramedics escalated their concerns to hospital bosses as the 78-year-old man’s condition deteriorated. ⌘ Read more