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Mummy 'covered in gold' among dozens of objects recovered from ancient cemetery
Other major findings from the excavation by Egyptian archaeologists include statues, amulets, and multiple tombs. ⌘ Read more
Remote communities could vote on alcohol bans, NT chief minister says, amid growing Alice Springs crime crisis
The Northern Territory's electoral commission could be enlisted to conduct ballots on returning alcohol bans to remote Indigenous communities, under a plan floated to help deal with escalating violence in Central Australia. ⌘ Read more
Popular Sydney mayor to run as independent candidate at state election
Michael Regan will run as an independent candidate for the safe Liberal seat of Wakehurst which is being vacated by retiring Health Minister Brad Hazzard at the state election in March. ⌘ Read more
Tributes for 'quietly spoken, warm-hearted' dog-lover Wendy Sleeman after her body was found
Friends of popular dog breeder Wendy Sleeman say they are planning memorials in her honour. ⌘ Read more
Australian of the Year ignores detractors on mission to get people to embrace their bodies
South Australian body image activist and documentary maker Taryn Brumfitt says detractors "are entitled to their opinions", but she plans to use her new-found influence to get governments on board with her goals. ⌘ Read more
Low-cost regional airline Bonza finally set to take flight
The budget carrier is selling tickets for its first flights from the Sunshine Coast next week. ⌘ Read more
Ton of influencers already reported to ACCC amid sweep of hidden ads
A cross-platform social media sweep launched this week by the consumer watchdog has already prompted more than 150 tip-offs, mostly in relation to influencers in the fields of beauty, lifestyle, fashion and parenting. ⌘ Read more
Ravensthorpe nickel mine plans switch to wind power to lower emissions
The owners of the Ravensthorpe nickel mine on WA's south coast are the latest in a string of mining companies to embrace wind power as part of efforts to lower carbon emissions. ⌘ Read more
'Do their bit': NSW drivers able to offset their carbon emissions in Australian-first
NSW drivers can now offset their vehicle's carbon emissions annually - at a cost of about $80 - in a move the state government says will help the environment and the economy. ⌘ 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
How accidental influencer Dave Krantz and his rescued kitten are bringing kindness to millions on social media
Dave Krantz accidentally became a social media sensation after he found an abandoned kitten on Christmas Eve. Here's how it's restored his faith in the internet. ⌘ Read more
US military kills senior Islamic State official
US special forces kill a senior Islamic State group official and 10 other terrorist operatives in remote northern Somalia, administration officials say. ⌘ Read more
Police pelted with rocks, bottles and bricks during two Perth riots as Australia Day comes to violent end
Several people are arrested and two officers are injured after police declared two out-of-control gatherings in Perth's city centre overnight. ⌘ Read more
Parents say schools 'basically businesses' as critics question success of WA program
Some parents and teachers in WA are questioning the independent public schools program, in the wake of a damning Productivity Commission report on Australia's education strategy. ⌘ Read more
Ukrainian ambassador calls for Novak Djokovic's father to be banned from Australian Open over Russian flag incident
Footage appeared to show Novak Djokovic's father at the Australian Open standing with a group displaying a Russian flag superimposed with Vladimir Putin's face. ⌘ Read more
Jihadist could face execution over Halloween truck rampage on New York bike path
The jury will return to court within days to hear more evidence over the attack that left eight people dead, as they decide whether the migrant from Uzbekistan should be executed or spend the rest of his life in prison. ⌘ Read more
Regional employers are increasingly buying homes for staff. How is that impacting markets?**
A real estate agent says he has never seen such high demand from businesses for residential homes during his 27 years in the job. ⌘ Read more
Elders welcome Santos's 'bloody good' offset project, but others say scheme has 'fundamental problems'
Traditional owners are celebrating a "win" for a culturally significant property but there are concerns about fundamental problems with biodiversity offsetting for fossil fuel projects. ⌘ Read more
The 'Japanese Babe Ruth' vs Australia — the locals set to face baseball's biggest star
Many of Australia's top baseball players are part-timers, working regular day jobs. They're about to face a superstar set to sign a half-a-billion dollar contract. ⌘ Read more
Australia's Beth Mooney pipped to women's cricketer of the year award, as Pakistan star wins top men's gong
England's Nat Sciver wins the ICC's women's cricketer of the year award and is named the best ODI player of 2022, with Pakistan all-format captain Babar Azam emulating her in the men's awards. ⌘ Read more
'More action and reforms' on abortion in Australia since Roe v Wade, but access still a 'postcode lottery'
The head of policy for an abortion provider says the case gave Australia an opportunity to review its approach to achieving universal access by 2030, but doctors say there's still a way to go — particularly in regional areas. ⌘ Read more
Low-value crop with high-value potential — why seaweed has scientists excited
Seaweed's many uses already include food and fuel. Scientists are now investigating how the plant can address environmental and climate change challenges. ⌘ Read more
The reason The Last of Us directors put 'nightmare fuel' in their latest episode
The Last of Us is already a confronting video game, but it's latest episode made changes even longtime fans weren't expecting. ⌘ Read more
'You don't know if they're going to live to see 13': Mother says Canberra health system failing children with eating disorders
One Canberra father made the drastic decision to quit his job and move interstate with his child to find more adequate treatment for his child's anorexia nervosa. ⌘ Read more
Is recycling really worth it? Turns out, the system is far from perfect
There's a reason why we're told to reduce, reuse and recycle – not just recycle. ⌘ Read more
Live: ASX to rise as strong economic data sees Wall Street close higher
Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. ⌘ Read more
Former Memphis police officers charged with murder over death of Tyre Nichols
The five Memphis police officers who were fired in relation to the death of black motorist Tyre Nichols have been taken into custody on second-degree murder and other charges. ⌘ Read more
Live: FBI seizes major ransomware site, triple j to kick off Hottest 200, and a new Succession trailer. Catch up with The Loop
The news Australia is searching for, and all the news that happened while you snoozed: This is The Loop, your quick catch-up for this morning's stories as they happen. ⌘ Read more
Brittney hadn't picked up a guitar in eight years. Then she found Be Your Own Groupie
The free guitar classes for women, trans and gender non-conforming people aim to be an antidote to the male domination of Sydney's music industry. ⌘ Read more
Two challenges have collided for Albanese — and what happens next is an early test
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese did the right thing in dashing off to Alice Springs this week in response to the publicity about that city's crime crisis. But in doing so, he set up a test for himself. ⌘ Read more
Widow of man killed on Adelaide construction site speaks out after SafeWork SA review
The widow of a man who was killed on an Adelaide construction site says it can take years for loved ones to get answers about workplace deaths. ⌘ Read more
Giant hopes for Adelaide baseball team to break championship drought
The Adelaide Giants have qualified for the play-offs seven times since the Australian Baseball League relaunched in 2010, but the team is confident its success can continue all the way to the top this year. ⌘ Read more
This small town is about to lose its TV signal, but local residents are fighting back
This small rural town will lose its free-to-air TV signal today when the local transmission tower is switched off. Local residents say the closure will "cut them off from the world". ⌘ Read more
A maniacal J.Lo and Jennifer Coolidge with an AK-47: There's a deranged glee to Shotgun Wedding
Pirates hijack an island wedding taking the guests hostage, in this Prime Video rom-com - but the comedy and carnage don’t always make for easy bedfellows. ⌘ Read more
The West is finally rolling out its best. These are the tanks that can destroy 'all Soviet or Russian armour'
Kyiv has a new "tank coalition", with an array of powerful Western-made heavy weapons finally being sent to Ukraine after months of refusal. This is what its new battlefield line-up looks like. ⌘ Read more
Metro driver told being spat on is 'part of the job' as staff report low morale
Morale among drivers with Tasmania's state-owned bus operator is tanking, with one saying they hear of a colleague being spat on or hit "every day". ⌘ Read more
Could hiring more neurodivergent people help fix Australia's skills shortage?**
Is hiring more neurodivergent people like Jacinta Reynolds one solution to Australia's skills shortage? ⌘ Read more
How inflation is driving up the prices of common goods
As inflation rose higher than expected during 2022, the rise in the cost of living has significantly impacted Australians in many different areas of their lives. Let's unpack the figures and hear from those struggling with cost-of-living pressures. ⌘ Read more
NSW set for a wild week of storms with risk of flash flooding
NSW is in the middle of a classic summer storm outbreak as a warm and humid air mass provides the right mix of ingredients for a daily dose of lightning and thunder. ⌘ Read more
Jill Stark was the 'poster girl for sobriety'. Then her drinking problem returned
After a devastating New Year's Eve, Jill quit drinking. The experience inspired her first book, but her journey with alcohol wasn't over. ⌘ Read more
Russia renews large-scale missile attacks across Ukraine
Russia has sent Ukrainians racing for cover with a rush-hour missile barrage, killing 11, the day after Kyiv secured Western pledges of dozens of modern battlefield tanks to try to push back the Russian invasion. ⌘ Read more
Lebanon's top prosecutor charges judge leading Beirut port explosion probe, orders release of detainees
Lebanon's top public prosecutor has charged the judge investigating the Beirut port blast and ordered the release of those detained in connection with the explosion, derailing an attempt to resume the probe into the devastating event. ⌘ Read more
'One of the closest ever recorded': Asteroid the size of a delivery truck to zoom past Earth
NASA insists it will be a near miss and nothing more, with no chance of the asteroid hitting Earth. ⌘ Read more
Palestinians say Israeli troops kill nine in West Bank raid
Israeli forces kill several Palestinians and wound others during a raid in a flashpoint area of the occupied West Bank. ⌘ Read more
Man seriously injured in crocodile attack south of Darwin
Police say the man is undergoing surgery after he was bitten while collecting crocodile eggs on a remote station. ⌘ Read more
Body of missing woman Wendy Sleeman found in car on Brisbane's north side, police say
The 61-year-old woman has been missing since she contacted police on Tuesday. ⌘ Read more
Black box from crashed Nepalese plane to be sent to Singapore
The black box recovered from the January 15 plane crash in Nepal is being sent to Singapore for analysis to identify the cause of the crash that killed all 72 people on board. ⌘ Read more
Live: 'It would be history' but can Azarenka make it happen at the Australian Open?**
Aryna Sabalenka wants an all-Belarusian women's singles final with Victoria Azarenka. Meanwhile, it has been another day when the headlines have been all about Russia. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Monterey Park shooting victims 'created friendships, connections, community' around passion for dance
Among the victims of a US dance hall shooting were a family's beloved aunt, a retired man who decided to return to school and the venue's always-smiling manager. ⌘ Read more
Boy struck by lighting on NSW beach
Emergency services rush to the scene after the incident south of Wollongong this afternoon. ⌘ Read more
Man's body found inside vehicle in WA fire ground
Firefighters make a grim discovery, finding the remains of a man inside a fire ground at Mount Gibson in WA's Mid West. ⌘ Read more
'Get out of our way': Alice Springs grandmothers demand Indigenous Voice to parliament following PM's visit
A group of First Nations' grandmothers has told the Invasion Day rally in Alice Springs they support the Indigenous Voice to Parliament, calling on policy-makers to "get out of our way and ask us what we want." ⌘ Read more
Video emerges appearing to show Novak Djokovic’s father standing with fans holding banned Russian flag
Players at the Australian Open are briefed about the event's flags and symbols policy after Novak Djokovic's father Srdjan appears to be filmed standing with fans who are holding a banned Russian flag. ⌘ Read more
Two charged after cocaine found attached to hull of bulk carrier in Newcastle
Dockside sources say they believe about 60 kilograms of the drug were recovered from the bottom of a Cyprus-flagged bulk carrier. ⌘ Read more
Murray River floodwater creates spectacular sea foam on SA beaches
Waves, wind and floodwater have combined to generate a remarkable amount of sea foam in the state's south. ⌘ Read more
US Senate Intelligence Committee says officials are blocking access to mishandled documents
Members of the US Senate intelligence committee say they should have access to classified documents that have been discovered in the homes of President Joe Biden, former president Donald Trump and former vice-president Mike Pence. ⌘ Read more
This newly-trained speech pathologist is heading back to the country, but it's just 'a drop' of what Australia needs
After training as a speech pathologist in Adelaide, Jasmin Przibilla is bringing her skills home to South Australia's Mallee region, which is why an allied health body wants more investment to encourage rural health students. ⌘ Read more
Gautam Adani's net worth plummets amid allegations of 'brazen stock manipulation'
Mining magnate Gautam Adani's net worth drops by $8 billion dollars after an investment firm accuses him of "brazen stock manipulation and accounting fraud". ⌘ Read more
Two people treated for suspected gunshot wounds following "armed disturbance" in remote Top End community
Police say a 15-year-old boy was found bleeding from the shoulder following reported fighting involving weapons in the remote Top End community, with a 21-year-old man also injured. ⌘ Read more
Asbestos unearthed, Coast Guard facing life in a 'pond' as breaking of Bribie Island wreaks havoc
The breaking of Bribie Island has turned a deepwater passage into a treacherous maze of sandbars, led to the discovery of asbestos and is causing major headaches for residents and authorities. ⌘ Read more
'Massive' crocodile found on the loose in Fitzroy Crossing after historic WA floods
Kimberley locals spend a sleepless night trying to catch a large crocodile that emerged from floodwaters and was found roaming the streets close to houses. ⌘ Read more
Farm worker charged with seven murders in northern California shooting
A 66-year-old man is formally charged with premeditated murder in the fatal shooting of seven co-workers on Monday. ⌘ Read more
Ukraine forces pull back from Soledar, exposing supply lines to possible Russian attack
After months of heavy clashes and little movement on the front lines in the industrial Donetsk region, Russian forces take control of the town where Wagner mercenaries are active. ⌘ Read more
Fleeing war, Martin's family found new lives and happiness in the Australian outback
Driven away from Bosnia, Martin Vukančić and his wife saw Australia as a land of opportunities — but they would need to learn English and go back to university to grab them. ⌘ Read more
School warned three times boy had gun before shooting teacher, lawyer says
A lawyer says the teacher shot by a six-year-old boy in Virginia will sue the school district over the shooting. ⌘ Read more
Could bushfire imitation help restore the Kimberley's most famous mine site?**
Traditional owners are working on a wet season seed smoking trial to restore native vegetation at the Argyle diamond mine site, closed by Rio Tinto in 2020. ⌘ Read more
This team was once on top of the state's footy pyramid, now they're struggling to find players
There are fears one of Tasmania's former powerhouse Australian rules football teams is dangerously close to not being able to field a team, with sporting greats likening the situation to a canary in a coalmine for other clubs. ⌘ Read more
Motorbike rider speeding at 150kph had fake number plate, police say
The incident was one of several on Adelaide's roads to attract the attention of SA Police, who were also arrested an alleged drink driver spotted asleep at the wheel at traffic lights. ⌘ Read more
Three charged with murder after Nowra man allegedly stabbed for $30, mobile phone
Three people have been refused bail after being charged with the stabbing murder of a man at Nowra on the New South Wales South Coast last January. ⌘ Read more
How Socceroo Awer Mabil became 2023 Young Australian Of The Year
Awer Mabil's charity, Barefoot To Boots, helps supply football equipment to children in refugee camps. But the Socceroo is only just getting started. ⌘ Read more
Alice Springs town camp residents weigh up return of alcohol bans
With a report expected to be delivered to the prime minister as to whether alcohol bans should be reinstated in town camps and remote communities, residents set to be impacted by the decision are speaking out. ⌘ Read more
'Serious concerns' for round-the-world sailor missing for almost two months
Tasmania Police has taken over the investigation into the disappearance of Swiss sailor Peter Baggenstos, who was last seen leaving port in Hobart on December 1. ⌘ Read more
'Everyday' Australian grandmother searching for love caught in elaborate drug mule romance scam, family say
The daughters of Ballardong Njaki-Njaki woman Donna Nelson, a prominent member of WA's Aboriginal community who has been detained in Japan, say she does not deserve what she's going through and they just want her home. ⌘ Read more
Couple killed in crash with baby daughter remembered as 'great parents'
Jake Pearce, Katy Tattam and their one-year-old daughter Charlie died on Tuesday when their car collided with two trucks on Queensland's Darling Downs. ⌘ Read more
Queensland government vows review 'rip off' private parking invoices
Transport Minister Mark Bailey says he will take action after an ABC story highlighted frustration from Brisbane residents who were told to pay up after using inner-city car parks. ⌘ Read more
Louise found wild clay in her backyard. A DIY kiln later, she's making pottery
#Wildclay is a growing social media trend for potters interested in digging their own stash of clay instead of buying it bagged. So how do you find it? ⌘ Read more
Meet the man with the world's largest collection of vintage Vincent motorcycles
Ian Boyd’s home has an interesting, stand-out feature: a purpose-built showroom stacked with dozens of highly prized, collectable motorcycles. ⌘ Read more
Donald Trump reinstated to Facebook after two-year ban
Facebook parent Meta is reinstating former president Donald Trump's personal account after a two-year suspension following the January 6 insurrection. ⌘ Read more
NSW fugitive found hiding in hull of yacht in Darwin
Mark Horne is found by police after hiding below fuel tanks and pipes in the hull of a yacht destined to leave the country. ⌘ Read more
Families of dead workers felt 'disrespected' by workplace safety watchdog
South Australia's embattled workplace safety watchdog SafeWork SA should be subjected to more stringent external oversight, and take steps to improve its internal culture, according to a searing independent review. ⌘ Read more
Tesla makes record profit, despite price cuts, inflation and Elon Musk
Tesla made record profits last year, even as high interest rates slowed down the global economy and hurt consumer sentiment, but the company's boss, Elon Musk, is dismissing speculation the car maker cut prices because of slowing demand, saying demand for the vehicles has reached record highs. ⌘ Read more
Pope Francis says homosexuality not a crime
Francis criticises laws that criminalise homosexuality as "unjust," saying God loves all his children just as they are in the first ever such comments from a pope. ⌘ Read more
Tahlia McGrath wins Twenty20 player of the year after breakout 2022
Australia's exciting all-rounder Tahlia McGrath has won the ICC Women's T20I Cricketer of the Year award after a breakout year in the shorter format. ⌘ Read more
Machete-wielding man attacks two Spanish churches, killing one and injuring others
Spanish authorities have a suspect in custody and are investigating the attack as a potential act of terrorism. ⌘ Read more
Fighting a body image 'emergency', Taryn Brumfitt is on a mission to help kids love who they are
The South Australian mother of four launched her body image movement after her reverse "before and after" photo went viral. Now she is taking those messages into schools. ⌘ Read more
Police officer who helped find Cleo Smith 'humbled' by honour
One of the unsung heroes of the Cleo Smith investigation in Western Australia's north west has received a top honour in recognition of his service. ⌘ Read more
Ban it or embrace it? ChatGPT ignites cheating and ethical concerns in schools and universities
A new artificial intelligence chatbot that can generate realistic, human-like text is causing intense debate among educators, with schools, universities and students divided about whether it poses a threat to learning or will enhance it. ⌘ Read more
Classic trans-Tasman battle sees Aussie Diamonds clinch seventh Quad Series victory
Another Quad Series title and another success story for the Australian Diamonds, who have beaten their old rivals the Silver Ferns in a classic encounter. ⌘ Read more
'They deserve a seat at the table': Casey Dellacqua advocates for more female leadership in community tennis
Just 26 per cent of local tennis club presidents around the country are women. Tennis Australia is hoping to combat that with a new initiative encouraging female empowerment and leadership. ⌘ Read more
Are the German Leopard 2 tanks powerful enough to drive back the Russians from Ukraine?**
After weeks of hesitation, Germany has finally granted Ukraine access to its powerful Leopard 2 tanks. But are they enough to turn the tide against the immense Russian army? ⌘ Read more
Boag's Brewery visitor centre saved using taxpayer funds — with Tasmanians to get free tours
Tasmanian government steps in with $1 million to keep Boag's Brewery tours operating, but the owner says long-term cost pressures need to be addressed ⌘ Read more
'Spat on, threatened with rape': Bus drivers reveal near-daily threats and assaults amid calls for better safety
Perth bus drivers say they are facing ongoing threats of assault and live in fear of people throwing rocks at their buses, as their union considers industrial action if safety measures are not improved. ⌘ Read more
RSPCA renews calls to ban 'frightening and distressing' calf roping at rodeos
A new study looking at distress levels in calves put through the rodeo event has confirmed earlier findings that the practice is highly stressful and injurious to calves. ⌘ Read more
Celebrity crocodile wrangler, former policeman, helicopter pilot face court over fatal crash
Prosecutors in the case against Matt Wright will make an application to vary his bail conditions by "three words" on Friday, the Darwin Local Court hears as his case is mentioned alongside a pilot and a former police officer also charged in relation a 2022 helicopter crash. ⌘ Read more
'Look how you're killing us': First Nations artists call out Australia in response to viral video
Rapper Beni Bjah and dance theatre company Marrugeku deliver a searing indictment of our "nation of jailers" in their reimagining of Childish Gambino's This is America, which they're urging Australians to watch on January 26. ⌘ Read more
Magda Linette is one win away from the Australian Open final. She hadn't previously got past the third round
Unseeded at this year's Australian Open, Polish tennis player Magda Linette was not expected to make much of an impression in the tournament, however, the world number 45 now finds herself on the cusp of reaching the championship decider. ⌘ Read more
Could records tumble during Saturday's triple j Hottest 100 countdown?**
The vote is going to be a thriller and it's possible some long-standing records could be broken during this year's countdown. ⌘ Read more
'Frustrated' advocates say Alice Springs response ignores repeated calls for needs-based domestic violence funding
The federal government is still resisting calls for needs-based funding for domestic violence services in the Northern Territory, despite citing concerns about women's safety as a basis for emergency alcohol restrictions. ⌘ Read more
Sachin Tendulkar first learned about the real Sir Donald Bradman in a letter written to an Indian fan
Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar reveals he received an early insight into the character of Sir Donald Bradman thanks to a neighbour who shared a precious reply from the Australian cricket legend to his fan mail. ⌘ Read more
Live: Ukraine praises US tanks, a Socceroo's major award, and Netflix refutes Squid Game injury claims. Catch up with The Loop
The news Australia is searching for, and all the news that happened while you snoozed: This is The Loop, your quick catch-up for this morning's stories as they happen. ⌘ Read more