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Australian governments have kept much of their COVID research secret. Why?**
COVID heralded a great era of cooperation, with researchers collaborating across institutions and borders. That work couldn't have been done if all the research was being locked up by governments — but in Australia, they're doing just that, writes Casey Briggs. ⌘ Read more
The spaghetti row that split Italy: Nobel prize winner in hot water over cooking method
Many Italians would disagree but there are ways of cooking pasta and saving energy. We put them to the test. ⌘ Read more
Taliban criticise Prince Harry for describing killed Afghans as 'chess pieces'
In one section of his upcoming book Spare, the 38-year-old said he "didn't think of those 25 as people". ⌘ Read more
Former Chelsea manager and Italian soccer striker Gianluca Vialli dies, aged 58
Former Chelsea manager Gianluca Vialli was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2017 and was given the all-clear a year later, only for the illness to return. ⌘ Read more
Vladimir Putin's ceasefire in Ukraine begins, Russian media says, with Ukrainians still sceptical
The Russian-declared truce in the nearly 11-month war is due to continue until midnight on Saturday, Moscow time, as Volodymyr Zelenskyy accuses the Kremlin of planning the pause "to continue the war with renewed vigour". ⌘ Read more
Teenage qualifier continues giant-killing run to reach Adelaide International semis
Making just her sixth appearance in the main draw at a WTA Tour event, 18-year-old Czech Linda Nosková defeats former world number one Victoria Azarenka in a tight three-setter to advance to the last four. ⌘ Read more
As young Gazans die at sea, anger rises over leaders' travel
A rising number of Gazans seeking better lives abroad are drowning at sea, prompting an outpouring of anger against the territory's militant Hamas rulers, a number of whom are making their own — very different — exodus. ⌘ Read more
New species of dwarf boa discovered in Ecuador to be named after Indigenous activist
The new species is unusual for having a "vestigial pelvis", a characteristic of primitive snakes, taken as evidence by some that snakes descended from lizards that lost their limbs over millions of years. ⌘ Read more
Man charged with smuggling 100 cocaine pellets in stomach
A man has been charged after allegedly concealing 100 cocaine pellets inside himself in an attempt to smuggle the drug into Australia. ⌘ Read more
Regulation changes that rendered hospital helipad unusable 'made public more than four years ago'
The regulation changes that forced the closure of the helipad of Tasmania's second-largest hospital were made public more than four years ago, the federal aviation authority says, amid growing questions over the state government's level of transparency around the issue. ⌘ Read more
Cooperative applauds 'remarkable effort' by grain growers amid record receivals
WA's main grain handler, the CBH Group, breaks receival record with millions of tonnes yet to come. ⌘ Read more
Aussies not giving up hope of winning wet SCG Test but 'time is the enemy'
Despite a washed-out day three in Sydney, Australia is still pushing for a result in the third and final Test against South Africa, as the hosts chase a 3-0 series clean sweep. ⌘ Read more
Mum who survived 'unthinkable' helicopter crash says son, Leon, 'getting stronger each day'
A Victorian mother who survived an "unthinkable" helicopter crash on the Gold Coast that claimed four lives thanks the public for their "kind thoughts" as a Sydney priest asks churchgoers to "pray for a miracle" for a 10-year-old boy who was critically injured in the crash. ⌘ Read more
US warship sails through Taiwan Strait, angering China
The USS Chung-Hoon transits through the Taiwan Strait to show the US's commitment to a "free and open Indo-Pacific", but China's embassy in Washington says the move undermines peace. ⌘ Read more
Photos from inside one of Hawaii's most active volcano shows its latest eruption
Observers detect a new glow in webcam photos less than a month after Kilauea stopped releasing lava. ⌘ Read more
SA road safety shadow minister steps down after losing driver's licence
South Australian opposition road safety spokesman Tim Whetstone has stood down from the shadow portfolio after losing his licence. ⌘ Read more
US court scraps six-week abortion ban, hours later another state uphold laws
A major win for abortion rights supporters in South Carolina has been followed by a judge coming to the opposite conclusion in a similar case in Idaho hours later. ⌘ Read more
World number one Świątek goes down in upset loss at United Cup
Australian Open favourite Iga Świątek only manages to win four games in her straight-sets loss to Jessica Pegula, just over a week before the start of the first tennis major of the season. ⌘ Read more
'Incredibly inefficient': Canberra's waste sent to Sydney for recycling, costing thousands a day
About 36 tonnes of recyclable material is being sent each day to a facility in Western Sydney, as the ACT expedites the construction of a new recycling centre. ⌘ Read more
Two charged over alleged backyard meth lab in Adelaide Hills
Two men have been arrested after police allegedly uncovered drugs and a large meth manufacturing operation south of Adelaide. ⌘ Read more
US Capitol police officer's family sues Donald Trump for wrongful death after January 6 riots
In addition to wrongful death, the lawsuit accuses Donald Trump of violating Officer Brian Sicknick's civil rights, assault and negligence. ⌘ Read more
Bill shock as shack owners slugged despite power being turned off
As part of the preparation for the River Murray event, SA Power Networks commenced a rolling disconnection of various properties from the grid — but some shack owners have received an unexpected supply charge on their power bills. ⌘ Read more
Man arrested at gunpoint in fast food drive-through was wanted over crossbow threat, police allege
Northern Territory police say the 31-year-old man was wanted for allegedly threatening residents of a home in Palmerston, while allegedly in breach of parole. ⌘ Read more
'Breaking point': Powerful US politicians express AUKUS concerns in leaked letter
Two powerful US politicians warn President Joe Biden the proposal to help Australia acquire nuclear-powered submarines risks harming America's industrial base to "breaking point". ⌘ Read more
In this pocket of regional Australia, homes spend only 43 days on the market. Will it continue?**
South-east South Australia, which covers the Limestone Coast, Riverland and Murray Bridge, remains one of the strongest-performing property markets in the country. ⌘ Read more
Latest lamb humorously roasts Aussies for 'un-Australian' behaviour
The latest annual lamb ad from Meat and Livestock Australia takes aim at "offences" such as eating a meat pie with a knife and fork, changing the channel during the Test cricket and not knowing the words to Khe Sanh. ⌘ Read more
Atmospheric rivers and bomb cyclones — the causes behind California's deadly wild weather
Deadly storms in California have been powered by two overlapping phenomena – an immense airborne stream of dense moisture from the ocean, and a sprawling low-pressure system. ⌘ Read more
SA COVID-19 cases fall but ramping continues increasing trend
The number of new COVID-19 cases reported in South Australia falls by a third in a week, but the hours patients are waiting in ambulances outside hospitals increases again. ⌘ Read more
How the Aussie slang term 'smoko' came to be a treasured part of working life
Whether you're a tradie or working on the land, when it's time to take a load off that means it's time for smoko. But where did this iconic Australian word originate? ⌘ Read more
Here are some of the key claims Prince Harry makes in his memoir, Spare
Drug use, clairvoyants, battlefield killings, physical violence and deep-seated family grievances. These are the sensational claims involving Prince Harry and senior royals in his autobiography, Spare. ⌘ Read more
Seventh person dies on Victorian roads this year
The fatal smash south-east of Bendigo comes a day after a 25-year-old died near Sale and two days after four men were killed in Shepparton. ⌘ Read more
Two-thirds of world's glaciers on track to disappear by 2100, new study finds
New study examines all 215,000 land-based glaciers and uses computer simulations to calculate how many glaciers will disappear. ⌘ Read more
Frustration builds as evacuations delayed in 'severe' Kimberley flood emergency
Residents in Western Australia's far north are facing an unprecedented disaster as the Kimberley's flood emergency continues. ⌘ Read more
Breakdowns are common in the outback, but Indigenous rangers are sharing knowledge to aid police rescues
WA's remote north is home to stunning deserts that attract off-road enthusiasts from across the country, but searing heat and rough terrain can land underprepared travellers in serious trouble. ⌘ Read more
Streets burn as cartel gunmen open fire following the capture of El Chapo's son in Mexico
Mexican drug cartel leader Ovidio Guzmán, a son of jailed kingpin Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán, is arrested in Mexico, unleashing a violent backlash by gang gunmen. ⌘ Read more
ISIS wife who returned to Australia granted bail after being charged with terror offence
Mariam Raad is granted bail in Griffith Local Court after being charged with a terrorism offence over her time in Syria. ⌘ Read more
Police arrest nearly 1,000 'opportunistic' youths in property crime crackdown
Police in North Queensland have wrapped a year-long operation targeting juvenile offenders committing home break-ins, burglary and car theft. ⌘ Read more
Experts urge parents to be alert after surge in invasive strep A infections among children
Victorian health authorities are warning of a jump in invasive group A streptococcal infections among kids, after two Victorian children died with the illness last year and more ended up in hospital. ⌘ Read more
'Carnage' as dead marine life washes onto beaches near mouth of flooding River Murray
Experts are investigating whether dead marine life found washed up on SA's south coast is connected with the high flows from the River Murray that have started to cause flooding in the Lower Lakes. ⌘ Read more
Twitter hacked, 200 million email addresses leaked, researcher says
A security researcher says the email addresses of more than 200 million Twitter users have been stolen and posted on an online forum. ⌘ Read more
RSL Australia president backs NSW cashless poker machines
Greg Melick tells Radio National Breakfast he personally supports the Perrottet government's plan to mandate gaming cards. ⌘ Read more
Live: Rain falling at SCG as Usman Khawaja waits to resume, 5 runs short of maiden double century
Usman Khawaja is within touching distance of a maiden Test double century as Australia appears set to continue to bat long in a rain-soaked Sydney Test at the SCG. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Rising star left in tears as ankle injury puts Australian Open hopes in doubt
Emma Raducanu criticises the Auckland tennis courts after rolling her ankle in the lead up to the Australian Open. ⌘ Read more
All the latest COVID-19 case numbers from around Australia — plus the news you might have missed
Here's a quick wrap of the COVID-19 news and case numbers from each Australian jurisdiction from the past week. ⌘ Read more
Watch as 'game changing' thermal drones locate elusive koalas in forest scorched by bushfires
Drones with heat sensing technology are helping researchers find and track koalas in northern NSW after bushfires and floods. ⌘ Read more
New year, new news quiz. Will you start off 2023 strong?**
With a new year comes a new chance to show off your news quiz prowess. Can you kick 2023 off with a decent score? ⌘ Read more
Just $500 worth of weed killer is all it took to ruin up to $100 million worth of cotton
Anyone can buy the herbicide 2,4-D from a shop, but its misuse may have caused millions of dollars worth of damage to cotton crops, prompting calls for more controls. ⌘ Read more
Live: ASX200 tipped to open slightly higher, US jobs market surprisingly robust
The ASX200 is expected to open a little higher this morning, despite stronger-than-expected jobs data in the US sparking losses on Wall Street overnight ⌘ Read more
Cycling great Anna Meares felt lost after retirement. Then she took up pottery
After 22 years of strict training routines, meal plans and working with coaches, Anna Meares was frozen by the endless possibilities when she retired from elite cycling in 2016, until she rediscovered her love of art. ⌘ Read more
Idaho victims' roommate stood in 'frozen shock' as masked man passed her on night of murders, court hears
A newly unsealed affidavit includes harrowing details from a woman who lived at the house where four University of Idaho students were stabbed to death. ⌘ Read more
This small town is 'buzzing' with tree changers, but a doubling of house prices is 'booting out' locals
Tumbarumba in NSW's Snowy Valleys region has become hot property among city buyers since COVID, but new interest is spelling trouble for some long-time locals. ⌘ Read more
Cases of this potentially-deadly bacterial infection are on the rise in Australia's north. So, what is melioidosis?**
Health authorities in the Northern Territory say there has been an increase in cases of melioidosis, warning people with pre-existing conditions to take precautions against the deadly bacterial infection. ⌘ Read more
Families living in overcrowded homes who lost almost everything in flood fear they will never rebuild
After a flash flood days before Christmas, Deborah Jones is slowly picking up the pieces, but her chronically overcrowded home that houses 11 people may never return to normal. ⌘ Read more
Wally failed all his high school exams. He went on to have an esteemed career in medicine
As young people around the country worry about recently announced ATAR results and their futures, Mr Byrne brings words of encouragement: If you work hard and have a passion for something, "anything is possible". ⌘ Read more
'I'm the rookie, you're the vet!': Canberra Capitals' Nicole Munger shows the value of an ageing rookie
The 25-year-old player says a positive attitude and a series of sliding doors moments helped her make her WNBL debut last year. ⌘ Read more
Trish was born with limb differences. She says the damage began when her mum took a popular tablet
Amid rapidly declining health, thalidomide survivors are still waiting for a national apology after a drug that caused catastrophic birth deformities in unborn babies continued to be sold in pharmacies. ⌘ Read more
Wearing boardies to the barbie at the bowlo: Why do Aussies shorten so many words?**
Colloquialisms such as barbie and smoko are like accents – part of the glue that sticks Australian English speakers together. ⌘ Read more
What is income protection insurance? And do you need to get it?**
People often — wrongly — believe income protection insurance would be paid out if the person was unable to work due to losing their job for any reason. ⌘ Read more
Ukraine rejects Vladimir Putin's call for Orthodox Christmas truce
Ukraine spurns an offer from Russian President Vladimir Putin for a 36-hour ceasefire over Orthodox Christmas, saying there would be no truce until Russia withdraws its invading forces from occupied land. ⌘ Read more
We're all behaving like big kids now. This academic says that's not necessarily a bad thing
Despite some opposition to the 'Great Regression', one expert says adults embracing their youth could provide society with economic gain. ⌘ Read more
Steven Spielberg reckons with his turbulent family story in his most personal movie yet
The Fabelmans gives a sense of the fraught family dynamics and childhood experiences that shaped the director’s talent for spectacle, terror and delight in movies such as Jaws, Indiana Jones and Jurassic Park. ⌘ Read more
Race to save stricken Sydney to Hobart yacht from disintegrating on pristine beach
It started well for Huntress, with "36 hours of absolute champagne sailing" in the Sydney to Hobart, but a broken rudder, seasickness and the crew abandoning the vessel has ended with it wrecked on a pristine beach and at risk of disintegrating. ⌘ Read more
Tasmania is set to have another 150,000 people by 2033 — and most won't live in Hobart
The Tasmanian north-south divide is not going anywhere over the next decade if new population forecasts are anything to go by, with more people set to live outside the Greater Hobart area than in it. ⌘ Read more
Joan Sydney, actress best known for Neighbours and A Country Practice, dies aged 83
English-Australian actress Joan Sydney, best known for playing Matron Maggie Sloane, passed away peacefully in her Sydney home. ⌘ Read more
Ethiopia sets out on long road to peace after two years of war
A year that began with no end in sight for one of the world's deadliest conflicts finished on a note of cautious optimism in Ethiopia's northern region of Tigray. ⌘ Read more
Former Russian official returns piece of shrapnel to Emmanuel Macron after being injured in shelling in Ukraine
Dmitry Rogozin, an outspoken former deputy prime minister, was injured last month by shelling in Donetsk, a Russian-held city in eastern Ukraine. ⌘ Read more
By 2033, Australia's population will be smaller and older. There will also be a new largest city
Australia's population is expected to be smaller and older than what was predicted before the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are the key takeaways from the nation's latest Population Statement. ⌘ Read more
Matt Short stars as Strikers make BBL history with thrilling win over Hurricanes
Set 230 for victory, the Adelaide Strikers pull off a record BBL run chase, as skipper Matt Short scores a scintillating century to guide his side to a seven-wicket triumph over the Hobart Hurricanes. ⌘ Read more
Smith uncertain about Test future as he celebrates another century
After posting his 30th Test century, Steve Smith says he is unsure if he will play another Australian summer in the five-day game, admitting he is adopting a tour-by-tour approach to his future. ⌘ Read more
Trial begins for Nobel Peace Prize winner accused of financing protests against Belarus president
Ales Byalyatski and two other Viasna-1996 group members face up to 12 years jail in what his colleagues have labelled as "political retribution." ⌘ Read more
'Every second counts': Chinese resort to black market for COVID-19 treatments
The current COVID-19 wave — triggered by a snap relaxation of containment restrictions — has seen Chinese drug stores stripped of supplies, as people snap up cold and fever treatments. ⌘ Read more
Thousands of mourners pour into St Peter's Square for funeral of Pope Benedict XVI
Mourners have poured into St Peter's Square for the funeral of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI to pay final respects to the German theologian, and participate in a rare requiem Mass for a dead pope presided over by a living one. ⌘ Read more
Snake catchers called in as crews battle Murray floodwaters with giant sandbags
An aerial sand-bagging operation is underway to protect the supply of drinking water to almost 300 properties in South Australia, but crews working to bolster the local levee also have had a couple of unexpected challenges. ⌘ Read more
Usman Khawaja's 'special' relationship with the SCG continues with another century
Usman Khawaja grew up just down the road from the Sydney Cricket Ground and it might as well be his backyard, considering how well he bats there. ⌘ Read more
Wallabies dealt massive blow eight months out from Rugby World Cup
With the Rugby World Cup beginning in September, the Wallabies are searching for a new attack coach after senior assistant Scott Wisemantel announces he is quitting the post. ⌘ Read more
'Broken' GP system to dominate next national cabinet meeting, as state and territory leaders call for reform
State and territory leaders are urging the federal government to fix Australia's "broken" GP system, saying they want to make healthcare the top priority of 2023's first meeting of national cabinet. ⌘ Read more
Union blames staff shortages and 'serious neglect' as prisoner escapes Alice Springs compound
Police arrest a prisoner who fled from an Alice Springs prison this morning, as the union claims only six officers were on duty to manage 146 prisoners — less than half the minimum night shift requirement. ⌘ Read more
Russia deploys supersonic Zircon missile as Western allies move to deliver more armoured vehicles to Ukraine
Western allies move toward supplying more armoured battle vehicles to Ukraine, but not the heavier tanks it has requested to fight Russia since the invasion back in February last year. ⌘ Read more
Anthony Albanese to address Papua New Guinea's parliament during two-day visit
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will address the Papua New Guinea national parliament and visit the resting place of the late Sir Michael Somare during a two-day visit next week. ⌘ Read more
Couple details Bali speedboat sinking ordeal as tour operator blames poor weather
The newly engaged couple from Melbourne say they are still in shock after they were rescued following the sinking of a tourist boat off Bali on Tuesday. ⌘ Read more
Amazon CEO says job cuts to exceed 18,000 roles
Amazon.com's lay-offs will increase to more than 18,000 roles as part of a workforce reduction it previously disclosed, chief executive Andy Jassy says. ⌘ Read more
Man charged with killing partner found in Ballina laneway was on bail, court told
Robert Karl Huber allegedly killed his partner, Lindy Lucena, on Tuesday, just days after he had been granted bail over several violent offences. ⌘ Read more
Graziers left grinning as Queensland's red dirt turns green following best rain in a decade
Outback residents are celebrating after much-needed rain floods north-west parts of the state, as graziers cut-off by floodwaters confess they "wouldn't have it any other way". ⌘ Read more
Deep-sea science mission captures never-before-seen creatures in dark depths
Specialised cameras are giving scientists a rare window into the world of deep-sea life, helping "shed light on places that are deep and dark and really important". ⌘ Read more
China reportedly gives green light to limited Australian coal imports after two-year ban
China's state planner has reportedly allowed three central government-backed utilities and its top steelmaker to resume coal imports from Australia only for their own use. ⌘ Read more
Health minister defends contradicting chief medical officer's advice, as China restarts travel
Mark Butler says the government has to keep in line with international expectations as well as Australian health officials, after going against formal advice not to require pre-flight COVID tests on travellers from China. ⌘ Read more
These are the rules roadside memorials are required to follow
After locating the family of a man whose memorial on the Bruce Highway had to be relocated while roadworks was undertaken, a Transport and Main Roads spokesperson details the three rules roadside tributes must adhere to. ⌘ Read more
Meta fined more than $600 million for Facebook and Instagram privacy breaches
Ireland's Data Protection Commission imposes two fines totalling $606 million in its decision in two cases that could shake up Meta's business model of targeting users with ads based on what they do online. ⌘ Read more
'No doubt at all': Kyrgios expected to play Australian Open despite latest withdrawal
Adelaide International organisers express disappointment as Nick Kyrgios withdraws from next week's event, but he is expected to be ready for the Australian Open in 11 days. ⌘ Read more
Returned ISIS wife charged after allegedly travelling to terrorist stronghold
A woman who returned from Syria to Australia in October is charged with entering an area controlled by the so-called Islamic State group. ⌘ Read more
Cricket great Belinda Clark honoured with world-first statue
A bronze statue of the former Australian cricket captain is unveiled at The Sydney Cricket Ground by Dame Quentin Bryce today, in what has been touted as a "world first". ⌘ Read more
Pair charged with manslaughter over death of 6yo boy left in car after highway crash
A man and a woman have been charged with six-year-old Riley Wells' manslaughter, after the car he was in was struck by a semi-trailer on a Queensland highway in 2022. ⌘ Read more
Charging stations and art: How these solar panels are being diverted from landfill
Old solar panels with plenty of electricity still to give are being saved from landfill and reused by a not-for-profit organisation determined to address what is set to become a major waste issue. ⌘ Read more
Unions NSW side with Perrottet as Labor remains uncommitted to cashless gaming
In a rare move, the top union boss in NSW is siding with the Coalition government on major gambling reform, urging Labor not to play politics with the working class. ⌘ Read more
Women's cricket great Belinda Clark honoured with SCG statue
Australian cricket great Belinda Clark's contribution to the game is honoured with a bronze statue at the SCG. ⌘ Read more
Stranded Kimberley residents left without power due to flooding
Kimberley residents are set to be evacuated from flooded communities, as Horizon Power confirms the main power circuit in Fitzroy Crossing has been switched off due to rising water levels. ⌘ Read more
Trailblazing 'titan' of science with the trademark moustache Alan Mackay-Sims has died
The former Australian of the Year is probably best known as the scientist who led the world's first human trial using transplanted nasal cells into the spinal cords of three patients with paraplegia. ⌘ Read more
Man charged with murder following death of man in Perth's north
Police have charged a man with murder after a 53-year-old man was found dead, and two others injured, in suburban Perth this week. ⌘ Read more
High river flows, strong winds and high tides lead to flooding near mouth of Murray
The South Australian town of Milang seemed like it would be unaffected by the disaster affecting the state's Riverland and Murraylands but shacks in the town on Lake Alexandrina are being flooded. ⌘ Read more
NFL star Damar Hamlin moving 'in positive direction' after on-field cardiac arrest
Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin shows "signs of improvement" after suffering a cardiac arrest during a game on Monday, but remains in critical condition. ⌘ Read more