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Get used to lopsided summers of cricket — they're here to stay
Australia's summer of cricket was dramatically lopsided, but looking at where both Australia and South Africa go next, there is a concern that mismatches will become the norm. ⌘ Read more
Racing community mourns the loss of drag racer Sam Fenech as safety reviews underway
Investigations are underway to determine how professional drag racer Sam Fenech was killed in a high-speed crash in Queensland as the racing community comes to grips with his loss. ⌘ Read more
Are too many candles damaging the air quality in your home?**
Having rampant fragrances in our indoor air can dramatically impact air quality, coming with a host of potential problems, writes Svetlana Stevanovic. ⌘ Read more
Housing is draining the incomes of the poor, while making more and more millionaires
High home prices are boosting inheritances, meaning your position in society increasingly owes more to which family you're born into than to talent or hard work. But there are solutions. ⌘ Read more
The road to nowhere that's blighting our suburbs
Giving something a French name might make it sound classy, but a cul-de-sac is really just a dead end, writes Timothy Welch. ⌘ Read more
'The future is here': Asking your boss to work from home is about to get easier
This working mother saves time and money because her boss lets her work from home. Changes to federal laws could make it easier for other employees to do the same. ⌘ Read more
Could China's COVID outbreak birth a new variant in 2023? Here's what the experts say
With China's latest COVID-19 outbreak growing amid doubts about the reliability of official figures, there are concerns about whether it could provide the perfect conditions for a new variant of concern to emerge. ⌘ Read more
Worker shortages met by Indigenous staff
Daniel's construction company has a goal of employing all positions in his firm from First Nations backgrounds and says more companies should do the same. ⌘ Read more
NSW Labor promises no tax for thousands of first-home buyers if elected
Three months from the state election, NSW Labor announces its counterattack to the government's stamp duty reform by promising to slash or reduce the tax for thousands of first-home buyers. ⌘ Read more
Deborah thought her abuse was normal — but a late autism diagnosis changed everything
Deborah thought abuse at the hands of her loved ones was normal. It wasn't until a late autism diagnosis that she began to understand a pattern of domestic violence in her relationships. ⌘ Read more
Russia claims to have killed 600 Ukrainian troops in rocket attack on accommodation
Russia's defence ministry says a strike on the buildings in Kramatorsk on Sunday was revenge for a deadly Ukrainian attack last week on a Russian barracks in the Donetsk region. ⌘ Read more
'Grave' bus crash in Senegal kills at least 38, president says
The buses collided near the town of Kaffrine in central Senegal after one of them burst a tyre and left its trajectory, ploughing into oncoming traffic, according to the West African country's National Fire Brigade. ⌘ Read more
Djokovic fights back from brink of defeat to claim Adelaide International title
After saving championship point against gutsy American Sebastian Korda, Novak Djokovic summons the energy to win the men's final in a tight three-setter as his Australian Open preparation continues. ⌘ Read more
German police arrest man for trying to procure cyanide and ricin for terror attack
A 32-year-old Iranian citizen is suspected of having procured deadly poisons to commit an "Islamist-motivated" attack in the western city of Castrop-Rauxel, authorities say. ⌘ Read more
US defeats Italy to win inaugural United Cup
The United States seals victory over the Italians in the final, capping off a dominant showing throughout the mixed-teams event. ⌘ Read more
At least 19 mourners killed after truck hits funeral procession in China
The "major road traffic accident" took place just before 1am local time on Sunday and involved people carrying out a roadside offering to the dead. ⌘ Read more
What we know about the visa controversy facing Australian Open competitor Camila Giorgi
The Italian tennis player is yet to publicly respond to media reports she may have entered Australia with false COVID-19 vaccination certificates for last year's tournament. Here's what we know. ⌘ Read more
Sabalenka ends Nosková's dream run to win Adelaide International
World number five Aryna Sabalenka claims her 11th WTA Tour title with a straight-sets win over impressive 18-year-old qualifier Linda Nosková. ⌘ Read more
This year's Summernats broke all records. But crowd behaviour has left police disappointed with organisers
Police say the early closure of the festival's cruise circuit prompted drivers and spectators to take their burnouts to the streets of Canberra. ⌘ Read more
'Massive job ahead': Flooding in northern WA leaves costly trail of destruction
Residents in flooded parts of Western Australia's Kimberley region are facing a lengthy and costly clean-up, after the record-breaking weather event caused severe damage to homes and infrastructure. ⌘ Read more
Australia's hunt for perfect summer frustrated as South Africa battle for draw in SCG Test
South Africa's batters finally show some fight as the tourists salvage a draw from the third and final Test at the SCG, with Australia falling eight wickets short of completing a perfect summer. ⌘ Read more
Murder suspect Rajwinder Singh applies for extradition to Australia to fight Toyah Cordingley case
The prosecution hopes Mr Singh will return to Australia for the trail within the month, but the appointment of a new judge to the case has meant his extradition could take longer. ⌘ Read more
Two-time champion Osaka withdraws from Australian Open
The Australian Open loses another major drawcard, as former world number one Naomi Osaka pulls out of the tournament. ⌘ Read more
'She's part of the family': NSW Labor unveils plan to help renters have pets
Landlords in NSW can decline a tenant's request to have pets without a specific reason, but the opposition wants to change that if it wins next year's March election. ⌘ Read more
Migrants in El Paso fear new border rules as US President Joe Biden jets in
There are heightened nerves among migrants in the US-Mexico border town of El Paso ahead of a visit from US President Joe Biden, who has announced new rules cracking down on illegal crossings. ⌘ Read more
New Zealand couples who survived Gold Coast helicopter crash release images of aftermath
The couples thank their pilot and several bystanders who rushed to their aid for "care and heroism" that "changed their lives" — releasing dramatic images taken after the crash. ⌘ Read more
Melbourne Victory devastated by Nani knee injury
Melbourne Victory lose Luis Nani for the rest of the A-League Men season after the former Manchester United winger is confirmed to have a serious right-knee injury. ⌘ Read more
US schools block controversial AI writing tool generating essays for students
Teachers are scrambling to figure out how to prevent cheating using the tool, as the biggest US school district restricts access entirely. ⌘ Read more
Opposition leader accuses prime minister of 'treating people like mugs' over Voice referendum
In an open letter, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton asks the prime minister 15 questions he says need to be answered before Australians can make an informed decision at the upcoming referendum. ⌘ Read more
It could take years for flood waters to recede on this family's dairy farm
A heartbroken family in South Australia's Murrylands says it is being forced to sell its dairy cows and farm. But it's unclear just how long the property will be under water. ⌘ Read more
Flooding closes Mannum's main street as peak River Murray flow passes through SA town
Mannum's main street closes because of flooding just as the River Murray reaches its peak flow through the South Australian town. ⌘ Read more
Bee theft and vandalism adding new pressure to struggling industry
Brad Poile was met with an unpleasant surprise when checking his beehives after Christmas, only to find they had been stolen. ⌘ Read more
How finding nutritious food you like to eat might be 'the special ingredient' to reaching your health goals
Are your pants a little tighter after the holidays? A nutrition specialist suggests ditching restriction-style diets and getting your stomach and brain in sync to listen to what your body needs. ⌘ Read more
Kevin McCarthy fought 15 rounds to seize the gavel. The fight to do anything with it may be harder
After 14 failed votes, Kevin McCarthy finally succeeds at becoming US House Speaker — but with all the concessions to get here, it may prove difficult to take the helm. ⌘ Read more
Australia's queer community is embracing an obscure sport described as 'baseball meets dodgeball'
Players kick a big red ball, the referee blows his whistle and teammates cheer from the sidelines. It's just like any community sports league, but with more tutus and wigs. ⌘ Read more
Mexico's controversial railway splits the jungle in half as the modern world meets endangered wildlife
To some, the 1,470km Tren Maya poses an unimaginable threat to the environment — to others, it's the first sign in decades that their government hasn't forgotten them. ⌘ Read more
Mexican trains collide, leaving one person dead and dozens injured
Four people were trapped in the wreckage for a time, including the driver of one of the trains, who is reported to be in serious condition. ⌘ Read more
Live: Australia hunting 14 wickets on day five at SCG for clean sweep of South Africa
Australia needs to bowl out South Africa twice on the final day of the SCG Test to complete a 3-0 sweep of the Proteas and a 5-0 record across the summer. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
How a network of trail cameras in Tasmania's wilderness is building a 'pristine baseline'
Kenji Sabine moved to Tasmania for a low-paying gig exploring the state's most remote locations, but when funding dried up he said he'd do it for free. ⌘ Read more
How 'fantastic internal sculptures' in fish ears can help scientists spot seafood fraud
They look like modern artworks but fish ear bones are being used to gain a better understanding of aquatic life and ocean stocks. ⌘ Read more
Aussie farmers shocked and delighted to find supersized Russian elephant garlic in overgrown grass
Yasmine and Adam Bonner are really "into growing garlic" but even they were shocked to discover a nest of "amazing" giant garlic bulbs hidden among overgrown grass. ⌘ Read more
Twitter cuts staff from teams overseeing global moderation, hate speech and harassment
Workers on teams handling policy on misinformation, global appeals and state media on the platform are also eliminated. ⌘ Read more
Search continues for swimmer missing since Friday at notorious Victorian beach
Police and emergency services are continuing to search for a 20-year-old man who went missing while swimming at Gunnamatta Ocean Beach on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula. ⌘ Read more
'You are not going back to the park': This Townsville housing provider helps people leave recurring homelessness
The CEO of not-for-profit community housing provider Yumba Meta says the organisation has been successful in pulling people out of recurring homelessness through support and referrals. ⌘ Read more
How will Brisbane deliver a 'climate-positive' Olympic Games? With 'radical thinking'
Brisbane is contractually obligated to deliver the first "climate-positive" Games, but what does the concept actually mean and how will we achieve it? An expert says sacrifices will be required. ⌘ Read more
Over next decade, Tasmania's population of residents aged over 85 years will double. How will state cope?**
Tasmania already has teething problems when it comes to population growth, so now that the population is getting older, just how well prepared is the island state? ⌘ Read more
Canberra's newest lions are more than just entertainment — they have an important role to play
After the recent arrival of two African lions, the National Zoo and Aquarium team now has the task of helping Mlinzi and Nairibi breed, as part of global efforts to protect the species. ⌘ Read more
Once covered by the inland Eromanga Sea, Richmond is a fossil hunter's dream
Fossickers are transforming this quiet outback community into "a destination" as they unearth never-before-seen marine species. ⌘ Read more
NSW woman forges career capturing 'fly-by' satellite images of space
An Australian software engineer is among the first people in the world to work with new satellite inspection technology to help manage the huge volume of objects orbiting the Earth. ⌘ Read more
As cleaner vehicles transition to renewable fuels, is the tank running dry for diesel?**
New technology to replace diesel fuel could transform the freight industry and a lot of the machinery used in agriculture and mining. So what does that look like on the ground? ⌘ Read more
Journalists arrested after video appears to show president urinating on himself
The South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation footage of 71-year-old President Salva Kiir aired in December and was widely shared online. ⌘ Read more
After three years, Chinese tourists are free to travel again. But Australia may not be high on their list
As China relaxes its strict COVID-19 border rules, will Australia see an influx of Chinese tourists? We speak to Chinese people and those in the industry about what to expect. ⌘ Read more
Leisa says people with dwarfism are often depicted as either inspirational or tragic. Her art aims to rewrite that
Artists who live with disability often struggle to reach their full potential due to a lack of paid opportunities. A program in Melbourne is helping change that. ⌘ Read more
Iranians have toppled a regime before. They say this time, the trick is ensuring the revolution is not 'hijacked'
There are signs the Islamic Regime is beginning to crack under the weight of protests that have spread across the nation and the diaspora abroad, but Iranians say the real challenge will be ensuring the revolution is not hijacked. ⌘ Read more
TikTok turned Caitlyn's diabetes medication into a miracle 'skinny pen'. Now she can't find it anywhere
In the past year, Ozempic has become increasingly popular with celebrities, tech moguls and TikTok influencers as a quick and effortless way to lose weight. It has prompted shortages of the drug worldwide. ⌘ Read more
Flicker, bolt, boom: How lightning strikes in the Top End entrance and terrify
In the Northern Territory's Top End, lightning appears like clockwork during the wet season, attracting storm chasers and meteorologists from all over the globe. So, what goes into a tropical thunderstorm — and why are they so dramatic? ⌘ Read more
'We had to bring our own steaks': How Natalie and Danny brought a bright pink pub with no town back to life
Dulacca, Queensland, is a town that started slowly, tried to grow, then gave up. But it has one feature that's impossible to miss — a lurid pink, two-storeyed weatherboard pub. ⌘ Read more
America has a history problem. Meanwhile, Australia still has a problem with truth
The Statue of Liberty offers a haven to the tired, poor and huddled masses yearning to be free. What greater dream could there be? Yet liberty is in the eye of the beholder, it depends on who we are, writes Stan Grant. ⌘ Read more
If I want to try barefoot running, how do I start?**
You might have noticed a buzz on social media about barefoot running, with many proponents breathlessly describing it as the most natural way to run — but not everyone is a fan. ⌘ Read more
Over a thousand social media accounts blocked in China after COVID policy criticisms
Popular social media platform Sina Weibo says it issued temporary or permanent bans on 1,120 accounts, based on their criticism of China's COVID-19 policies. ⌘ Read more
Djokovic shrugs off injury scare in dominant win over Medvedev
Novak Djokovic puts his Australian Open rivals on notice — and tournament organisers on edge — after he left the court for treatment during his clinical Adelaide International semifinal win over Daniil Medvedev. ⌘ Read more
'A lesson in gun violence': Boy, 6, shoots female teacher in US classroom
The shooting happened on Friday at Richneck Elementary School in the town of Newport News, with a female teacher in her 30s suffering life-threatening injuries after a student produced a handgun, police say. ⌘ Read more
Driver dies, camera operator hospitalised after drag racing crash west of Brisbane
Police say the car left the track and crashed into a camera tower shortly before 7pm, during the New Year Nitro event at Willowbank Raceway. ⌘ Read more
Sensational Pat Cummins spell puts Aussies in box seat for clean sweep of South Africa
Australia skipper Pat Cummins takes three wickets as Australia rip through South Africa to help set up a final-day victory push on another rain-interrupted day's play in the Sydney Test. ⌘ Read more
Lanning in 'exceptional' form ahead of international return against Pakistan
After taking an extended break from cricket, Australian captain Meg Lanning has hit the ground running ahead of the upcoming ODI series against Pakistan. ⌘ Read more
Woman, 24, charged with murder after Biggenden shed fire that killed father and daughter
Kirsten Leslie Olsen, 24, who was charged with arson and the murder of baker Todd Mooney, 54, and his daughter, Kirra, 10, on Friday has had her case heard in a Sunshine Coast courtroom on Saturday. ⌘ Read more
Residents reeling from record flooding in Fitzroy Crossing relieved as much-needed supplies arrive
The first major supply of essential goods arrives in Fitzroy Crossing, after flooding from former tropical cyclone Ellie wreaked havoc in Western Australia's Kimberley region. ⌘ Read more
US thrashes Poland to advance to United Cup tennis final
The United States completes a 5-0 clean sweep in its semifinal against Poland, while Italy only needs to win one more rubber against Greece to make the United Cup tournament decider. ⌘ Read more
Male driver arrested after two women hit by car in Palmerston in alleged domestic violence attack
Two women have escaped with minor injuries after police say they were hit by a car driven by a 37-year-old male driver, who allegedly accelerated towards them at a pedestrian crossing. ⌘ Read more
'People are traumatised': The Australian's fearing their 'worst ever' flood clean-up
La Niña has begun to weaken but the rain it helped deliver across Australia is still causing devastation for people in all corners of the country. ⌘ Read more
President Joe Biden lauds 'heroes' of January 6 attacks on second anniversary of riot
During a White House ceremony on the second anniversary of the deadly attack on the US Capitol building, President Joe Biden says the violence that occurred on January 6, 2020, was "fuelled by lies". ⌘ Read more
Man dies, teen critical after two separate incidents on Adelaide roads
A teenager is in a critical condition and a man is dead after two separate incidents on Adelaide roads overnight. ⌘ Read more
Police fine nearly 800 people for breaking new e-scooter laws, more than 400 for riding without a helmet
Queensland police say they have been focusing on educating riders about the new rules but enforcement will go up in coming months. ⌘ Read more
Anthony Albanese 'confident' in AUKUS deal despite concerns in the US
The federal government is adamant working with the US and UK to build nuclear submarines will benefit all involved, despite revelations US senators have expressed concern. ⌘ Read more
Eric and Chantelle's dream of finding a home is slipping away. Their struggles are becoming all too common in the NT
NT charities are being forced to turn away people seeking accommodation, as most homeless shelters reach capacity — and many don't accept children. ⌘ Read more
Iranian drone maker sanctioned as Blinken calls Iran 'Russia's top military backer'
The US hits six executives and board members of an Iranian drone manufacturer with sanctions after the firm allegedly supplied Moscow with drones that Russian forces have been using to attack Ukraine. ⌘ Read more
At least 29 killed in Mexico during capture of Chapo's son Ovidio Guzman
Nineteen suspected gang members and 10 military personnel are killed in a wave of violence surrounding the arrest of suspected Mexican drug cartel boss Ovidio Guzman. ⌘ Read more
Funnel-web spiders not aggressive, just 'misunderstood', say researchers
They are known for having deadly venom but a new study into the behaviour of funnel-web spiders finds they do not automatically resort to aggression. ⌘ Read more
Head of NT Liquor Commission flags concern over 'tension' in governance
Chairperson Richard Coates warns of conflict between the priorities of the commission and the government department running it, as the Department of Industry, Tourism and Trade aims to grow the liquor industry. ⌘ Read more
Flood-affected farmers battle 'carpageddon', with thousands of fish on farms
As floodwaters finally dry up in northern Victoria, farmers are having to tackle an unexpected problem, with thousands of dead baby carp covering paddocks. ⌘ Read more
Australian Open champ, whose early retirement remains a mystery, dies in New York
Savitt, who walked away from the game to become a businessman, remains one of just four men from the United States to win the Australian Open and Wimbledon in a single season. ⌘ Read more
Future Olympians head to Metung for national sailing championship
A Gippsland coastal town is hosting a national sailing championship that has become a well-worn pathway for future Olympic sailors. ⌘ Read more
Curious eagle plucks photographer's drone from sky and sends cheeky selfie
A day of filming a stunning landscape in north Queensland took an unexpected turn for an amateur photographer. ⌘ Read more
Pete loves the river, but this year 'it's taken everything we love'
At the small Murraylands community of Paisley, there are stretches of water that almost resemble a ship graveyard. But the semi-submerged structures sticking out of the depths are not ships — they're shacks. ⌘ Read more
Hundreds gather to pray for 10-year-old in critical condition since Gold Coast helicopter crash
Father Suresh Kumar offers a brown sash to year 5 classmates attending the mass as a show of support for Nicholas Tadros, who recently achieved his brown belt in karate. ⌘ Read more
Saskia and Adhyan live in a co-op — they say it could help ease demand for housing
With Canberra's population expected to rise by almost 100,000 people this decade, experts and students are calling for co-op housing and other creative solutions. ⌘ Read more
WA dentist banned from practising after giving child excessive amount of sedative medication
A dentist who gave a five-year-old patient an excessive amount of an oral sedative during treatment has been banned from practising in Western Australia for four years. ⌘ Read more
Live: Australia could declare with Usman Khawaja on 195 as it hunts 20 South African wickets in Sydney
After a washout on day three, Australia needs 20 wickets in two days to complete a series sweep of South Africa in the third and final Test at the SCG. Follow all the action from Sydney in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
Conservationists warn NSW wombats' future at risk after burrows inundated in floods
In an effort to protect wombats during the floods, one animal conservationist has built burrows for the species as it struggles with habitat loss, disease and pneumonia. ⌘ Read more
Man pleads guilty to impersonating book editors to steal unpublished manuscripts
An Italian man pleads guilty in New York to impersonating editors and agents in order to steal more than 1,000 unpublished book manuscripts. ⌘ Read more
Search underway for missing swimmer at notoriously dangerous Victorian beach
A teenager is missing after getting into trouble at Gunnamatta Ocean Beach on the Mornington Peninsula. Two other people were rescued. ⌘ Read more
Real Housewives star Jenifer Shah sentenced to prison for 'brazen fraud'
The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City's Jennifer Shah gets prison time for defrauding people in a telemarketing scam. ⌘ Read more
'Love you boys': NFL player who collapsed on the field stuns teammates with message from hospital
Damar Hamlin sends a message to his teammates via a video call as his recovery from a cardiac arrest continues. ⌘ Read more
Remembering Keith's Andy Caldecott, the country boy who took on the world’s toughest rally
Seventeen years after his death in the Dakar, Andy Caldecott’s memory lives on in his South Australian hometown. ⌘ Read more
How a small group of Republicans dubbed the 'Never Kevins' caused a wild and chaotic week in the US House
Kevin McCarthy spent years tying himself into political knots to win over the right-wing fringe of the Republican Party, only to watch his dreams unravel at the final hurdle. ⌘ Read more
This couple gave up renting to live with waterfront views for $100 a week
Instead of "wasting money on a rental" Brad and Phoebe are living on their boat at an Adelaide marina. It's all part of their plan to enter the housing market. ⌘ Read more
'It's like an ocean': Pastoralists fear unprecedented flood damage and stock losses
Kimberley pastoralists face a nerve-racking wait to assess the extent of livestock losses and property damage from record flooding across North West Australia. ⌘ Read more
Weapons export permits granted to nations accused of human rights violations
The Defence Department grants dozens of permits for weapons exports to nations accused of gross human rights violations and war crimes. ⌘ Read more
'Just fast enough': Australia's best 'backyard' ultramarathon runner chases world record
Phil Gore knows more about pushing his mind and body to the limit than most — and now the unassuming ultramarathon runner from WA is taking on the world. ⌘ Read more
They said we were daft to build a city on a swamp, but we built it anyway
Melbourne used to flood regularly in the first century of European settlement, forcing city planners to take some drastic steps to make the city liveable. Building on a swamp didn't help. ⌘ Read more