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Shanghai's 'voguing' dancers step lightly to avoid official gaze
Emerging from dance halls in Harlem before being adopted by queer communities in the 1980s, voguing balls now draw participants in Shanghai. However, participants are concerned for their future. ⌘ Read more
Rent in this inner Brisbane suburb is $900 a week. Can it become an affordable housing hotspot?**
West End used to be populated by thespians and proletariats, but locals say gentrification has priced them out. ⌘ Read more
On what would have been William Tyrrell's 12th birthday, police remain tight-lipped on one theory
The confidence NSW Police displayed in a breakthrough in the missing person's case dissipated after the boy's foster parents became the focus of homicide investigations. ⌘ Read more
Megan Davis first read the constitution at age 12. It sowed the seeds of a big idea
Megan Davis found an old copy of the Australian Constitution at the back of a book when she was a girl. Thirty years later, she wants to change it to give the voice to her people. ⌘ Read more
For a moment, Putin's back was against the wall. Then his 'authoritarian bro' came to the rescue
Just a month after he was fighting off poisoning rumours, Alexander Lukashenko stunned almost everyone by saving Putin from the brink. ⌘ Read more
US airport worker dies after being 'ingested' by passenger plane engine
US regulators are investigating the death of a worker at a Texas airport, who was sucked into the engine of a plane. ⌘ Read more
Russia turmoil with Wagner boss shows 'cracks' in Putin's power, says Blinken
US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken says the unprecedented challenge to Russian President Vladimir Putin by Wagner fighters exposed fresh "cracks" in his leadership and could aid Ukraine's counteroffensive against Russian forces. ⌘ Read more
De Minaur falls short as Alcaraz wins Queen's Club to regain number one ranking
Alex de Minaur is unable to claim his first title on grass, falling to top seed Carlos Alcaraz, who is set to regain the world number one spot on Monday ahead of Wimbledon. ⌘ Read more
Russian air strikes kill 13 at Syrian market in deadliest attack this year
Russian air strikes kill at least 13 people in rebel-held north-west Syria, the deadliest attack on the war-torn country this year, a war monitor says. ⌘ Read more
One dead, several injured after roller-coaster derails in Sweden
Eyewitnesses say the Jetline roller-coaster at the Grona Lund amusement park in Stockholm had partly derailed during a ride. ⌘ Read more
Former Labor leader Simon Crean dies aged 74
The former member for Hotham worked in the Hawke, Keating, Rudd and Gillard governments. ⌘ Read more
Women's Ashes live: Australia in a strong position on day four at Trent Bridge
Australia enjoyed a 10-run first innings lead, and will look to pile on the runs with the bat to set up a victory push on day four of the only women's Ashes Test at Trent Bridge. Check out the live scores and stats in our ScoreCentre. ⌘ Read more
Fever book preliminary final date with Swifts after downing Vixens in Perth
West Coast Fever captain Courtney Bruce has produced a stand-out display to lead her team into the Super Netball preliminary final. ⌘ Read more
Record number of whales sighted along NSW coast during annual migration census
Citizen scientists spot more than 3,700 whales from 70 vantage points along the NSW coast, a research group says. ⌘ Read more
Emptied ATM found on Adelaide Hills roadside day after alleged ram raid
SA Police say an emptied ATM has been found dumped on a road in the Adelaide Hills, a day after it was allegedly stolen from a licensed premises during an early morning ram raid. ⌘ Read more
Canada investigating why the Titanic-bound submersible imploded
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada says it is conducting an investigation into the loss of the Titan submersible and has been speaking with those who travelled on Canadian-flagged mothership, the Polar Prince. ⌘ Read more
Orcas surround and nudge racing sloop off Spanish coast
A pod of killer whales bumps one of the boats in an endurance sailing race as it approaches the Strait of Gibraltar, prompting anxiety over patterns of apparently aggressive behaviour. ⌘ Read more
Welcome to the Cockroach Cup, where the winner gets eaten
The annual Cockroach Cup has become an iconic race in the Pilbara city of Karratha — but there's a catch for the winner. ⌘ Read more
Millions of dollars in fines to punish online misinformation under new draft bill
Online platforms spreading misinformation and disinformation could face millions of dollars in penalties under new proposed federal government legislation that bolsters the power of Australia's media watchdog. ⌘ Read more
PwC appoints new CEO and announces it will sell off government business
Troubled consultancy firm PwC Australia confirms it will sell off its government business as it tries to stem the fallout from a massive tax leak scandal. ⌘ Read more
Residents rally in support of LGBTQI+ community amid right-wing protests at drag queen reading event
A community in the New South Wales Illawarra has turned out to voice support for a Rainbow Storytime event despite protests from far-right groups. ⌘ Read more
Hidden stories of Queensland homes uncover fascinating histories and gruesome murders
From plans to split the state of Queensland to gruesome murder tales and a global fortune. Home-grown researchers strike historic gold under the floorboards of these heritage homes. ⌘ Read more
What happened during the Wagner Group mutiny — and what comes next? Here's what we know
The boss of the Wagner mercenaries has aborted his bid to topple Russia's military leaders. Here's what we know about the deal brokered with Yevgeny Prigozhin and what the fallout from the mutiny might mean for Vladimir Putin. ⌘ Read more
Closing the Gap failings are unacceptable for families and communities, Kimberley leaders say
Aboriginal leaders in WA's north are calling for structural change with recent Closing the Gap data highlighting only four of 19 targets are on course to be met by 2031. ⌘ Read more
NRL live: League leaders Broncos host the Titans in all-Queensland clash at Lang Park
Can the Titans rebound from the exit of a coach to beat the Broncos at Lang Park? Later on, it's the Rabbitohs taking on the Cowboys and the Roosters hosting the Raiders. Follow our ScoreCentre for all the live scores and stats. ⌘ Read more
Man appears in court over alleged kidnapping and domestic violence offences
A court refuses Kirt Field bail after hearing the 37-year-old, who has been charged with more than 20 offences, is a flight risk. ⌘ Read more
EPA staff lack basic equipment for forestry inspections, NSW auditor-general finds
A performance report from the NSW auditor-general has found failings on multiple levels in the state-owned Forestry Corporation and the government agency tasked with environmental compliance. ⌘ Read more
Queenslanders asked for their views as state cracks down on dangerous dog owners
Queensland authorities want to get tough on owners of dangerous dogs with new laws that could see them jailed. The state could also become the first to completely ban some breeds. ⌘ Read more
AFL live: Magpies host the Crows in key clash at the MCG
There's plenty on the line at the MCG — a win will see the Magpies re-take top spot, or the Crows entrench themselves in the top eight. Later, the Suns host the Hawks at Carrara. Follow our live AFL ScoreCentre for all the scores, stats and results. ⌘ Read more
Human remains found where actor Julian Sands disappeared five months ago
Hikers find remains of a human body in a Southern Californian mountain area where British-born actor Julian Sands went missing in January, having set off on his own hike in the region east of Los Angeles. ⌘ Read more
Freight train carrying hazardous materials plunges into Yellowstone River
Officials shut down drinking water intakes downstream due to the "potential hazmat spill" while they evaluate the danger of the accident. ⌘ Read more
'One death is too many' as parents of meningococcal victim issue vaccine plea for festivals and schoolies
Meningococcal B is a rare but deadly disease that is not covered by the National Immunisation Program. The parents of a young women who died from it last year are trying to change that. ⌘ Read more
Indigenous groups say proposed gold mine sits at confluence of sacred Dreaming story, but company objects
Traditional owners and elders from the NSW central west are asking the federal environment minister to intervene in a gold mine project, with the mine owners denying there is any "significant" cultural value associated with the site. ⌘ Read more
Jocelyn and Mike have homeschooled their five children for years. It is not easy, but 'worth it'
What does it take to homeschool five children? "Considerable hours" to get the work done and no "squabbling", says this family. ⌘ Read more
Farmers trial hemp feed for cattle, marron to see if it boosts healthy omegas in the meat?**
A farming family is feeding their livestock hemp-based pellets, testing impacts on health and meat quality. ⌘ Read more
The Reserve Bank wants more unemployment. It should be applauded for admitting it
The Reserve Bank says it needs unemployment to rise to bring inflation down, and we should welcome their plain speaking, writes Gareth Hutchens. ⌘ Read more
Wimbledon fears for Nick Kyrgios after Mallorca withdrawal
2022 Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios has pulled out of another grass-court warm-up event, leaving his prospects of a big run at the grand slam looking bleak. ⌘ Read more
Prisoners released into homelessness, ending up back in jail
More than half the people released from Risdon Prison this year will be exiting into some form of homelessness — with more than half of those ending up back behind bars. ⌘ Read more
How volunteer gardeners are helping older Australians to live independently
Monica Collins, 97, wants to live in her own home, but she can't maintain her garden and it could produce trip hazards. Enter an army of volunteer gardeners. ⌘ Read more
Jet-set pets: The people spending a fortune flying fur babies around the world in charter planes
More than 20,000 pets fly in and out of Australia each year, most in the cargo hold of commercial aircraft. But as demand grows for pets to fly in style alongside their owners, a new service is taking off. ⌘ Read more
As the cost of living rises, some Australians are holding onto antiques as a safety net while others are selling off collectibles
For keen collectors, estate beneficiaries, and garage sale-seekers, it was an offer too good to refuse — a "no fee, no obligation" expert appraisal of their treasures. ⌘ Read more
Transgender woman Rosie avoids going to hospital when she is in mental health crisis because of discrimination
A trip to the doctor or hospital can be a traumatic experience for trans and gender diverse people, with one in two patients reporting a negative experience. Some GPs and medical students are trying to change that. ⌘ Read more
Alex De Minaur powers into Queen's Club Championship final, will face Carlos Alcaraz for title
Alex de Minaur enjoys one of the best wins of his career to forge into the final of the prestigious Queen's Club Championship in London. ⌘ Read more
'We get a lot of Picnic at Hanging Rock references': The Tasmanian bushwalkers who dress like it's the early 1900s
Modern-day adventurers step back in time to recreate the hiking experiences of a pair of  Tasmanian pioneering conservationists who campaigned for the protection of Cradle Mountain. ⌘ Read more
Regular daytime naps could be key to a healthy aging brain, new study suggests
But don't start petitioning your boss for a regular afternoon siesta just yet. ⌘ Read more
Emails show how billionaire tried to fast-track rezoning of Sydney precinct as angry locals fight plans
The email exchange between Harry Triguboff and senior New South Wales government figures provides a glimpse into the tactics the billionaire used to try and rezone an area around Little Bay. ⌘ Read more
Kaylee was 'drowning' at school and hated going, but now she loves it. Welcome to the academy designed for the disengaged
An independent Melbourne school is tackling the nationwide problem of "school phobia" by offerings its students free haircuts, lunch and public transport. ⌘ Read more
'Marvellous' Nick Margan can't contain his joy when singing and dancing, and the good vibes are infectious
It's not often you see a 27-year-old visiting an aged care facility, but Nick's "compassionate heart" and musical abilities bring immeasurable joy to elderly residents. ⌘ Read more
What's old is new again with clothing exchanges back in vogue as families look to stretch budgets
Alison Howes is part of the growing number of Australians setting up clothing exchanges, helping people cut costs as well as reducing waste. ⌘ Read more
Live: Wagner fighters returning to Ukraine after Belarusian president brokers deal between Prigozhin and Putin
Wagner mercenary boss Yevgeny Prigozhin orders his fighters to turn back from their march towards Moscow. ⌘ Read more
Inside Kiama Blowhole's secret underground chamber
Attracting more than a million visitors each year, the Kiama Blowhole is the biggest in the world but most only see it from the top. Ex-navy officer and ocean swimmer Scott Gutterson heads underneath to document what it's like inside the blowhole's chamber. ⌘ Read more
After taking on the fashion industry, Amy is now fighting for better disability access at Taylor Swift's concert
Blogger and wheelchair user Amy Evans says she faced discrimination when trying to arrange tickets for the superstar's Australian performance at the MCG. ⌘ Read more
Voice vote could be swayed by keyboard warriors inciting vigilantes and racism, say academics
Criminologists and academics say some members of community Facebook groups, fed up with crime rates, are endorsing vigilante action and stirring racial tensions in regional towns. ⌘ Read more
'No relief in sight': This WA suburb was the third worst in Australia for late mortgage repayments
Residents in this outer Perth suburb have been doing odd jobs while cutting back on holidays, trips to the gym and going out — and an expert says it is indicative of broader trends in Australia's housing market. ⌘ Read more
As students struggle to find accommodation, more Australians like Fleur are opening their homes
As international students struggle to find accommodation, more Australians than ever before are renting out their spare bedrooms — and it's helping pay the bills. ⌘ Read more
Shouting, laughing and questions over integrity: The key moments from NT estimates
It's been a busy two weeks in Northern Territory parliament, with ministers and their departments coming under scrutiny. Here are the key takeaways. ⌘ Read more
How cocaine gets into Australia — and the battle to keep it out
Follow the path cocaine takes from Colombian bush labs to your local suburbs — and the battle to intercept it. ⌘ Read more
'I don't get to relax, it's very scary': Thousands of people now live in cars. This is what it's like
The rise in homelessness is easy to see across Australia, with more rough sleepers on streets and tent cities in parks. But there's a group experiencing homelessness who prefer to go unnoticed — the growing number of people living in vehicles. ⌘ Read more
Putin has never looked so vulnerable, and it's due to his own creations
Russian President Vladimir Putin's decision to launch a full-scale war against Ukraine has backfired catastrophically, so much so that it may end up leading to his downfall, writes Steve Cannane. ⌘ Read more
Russian mercenary boss orders troops to turn back from Moscow 'to avoid bloodshed'
Mutinous Russian mercenary boss Yevgeny Prigozhin says he has ordered his fighters, who had been advancing on Moscow, to turn around and return to their bases in order to avoid bloodshed. ⌘ Read more
Two writers, two careers, one relationship: Inside the literary couples where books were a battlefield
When both people in a relationship are writers, creative space is a fault line. So are matters such as who looks after the kids, inspiration turf wars, and jealousy about success. Still, it's often the wives who ultimately choose writing over wedded bliss, writes Kerrie Davies. ⌘ Read more
The Voice No campaign has spied a path to victory, and it hangs on Australia's smallest states
Both sides of the Voice to Parliament referendum campaign are starting to spend big on social media advertising, and where they’re directing their dollars gives us some clues about their strategies, writes Casey Briggs. ⌘ Read more
Adelaide through to Super Netball grand final after extra-time thriller
Adelaide Thunderbirds are the first team through to the Super Netball grand final after a thrilling 64-62 major semi-final extra-time win over the NSW Swifts. ⌘ Read more
Women's Ashes live: Australia hunts wickets to limit England's batters on day three at Trent Bridge
Will Australia be able to restrict England's batters and establish a first-innings lead at Trent Bridge in the women's Ashes Test match? Check out the live scores and stats in our ScoreCentre. ⌘ Read more
The situation in Russia is murky. But one thing is clear: the Kremlin is panicking
If the crisis in Russia escalates, Vladimir Putin may need to call soldiers from the Ukrainian frontline to help to reinforce his position, writes John Lyons. ⌘ Read more
Prigozhin claims all military sites in Russia's Rostov-on-Don are under Wagner group's control
Wagner boss Yevgeny Prigozhin says all military sites of the southern Russian city Rostov-on-Don are under his group's control. ⌘ Read more
NSW Liberals outline their plan for renewal by 2027 at first meeting since election loss
Liberal leader Mark Speakman says the party needs to make organisational changes and have more respect for one another if they are to win government back from Labor in the future. ⌘ Read more
No direct evidence COVID started in Wuhan lab, US report finds
US intelligence report on COVID-19 origins rejects some points raised by lab leak theory proponents. ⌘ Read more
NRL live: Dolphins, Eels clash on the Sunshine Coast, then back-to-strength Panthers host Knights
Can the Dolphins take the Eels' top-eight spot with a win on the Sunshine Coast? Later the Panthers host the Knights and Manly travels to Melbourne to meet the Storm. Follow our ScoreCentre for all the live scores and stats. ⌘ Read more
Phone app tracks stolen ute as police swoop on alleged thieves
A man has helped police track his allegedly stolen ute using a phone app before the driver crashed into a patrol vehicle in the Adelaide Hills. ⌘ Read more
Lee rockets up the leaderboard as she looks to claim third major in three years
West Australian Minjee Lee makes her move on the leaderboard at the Women's PGA Championship as she tries to claim her third major. ⌘ Read more
Community frustrated after juvenile crocodile drowns while caught in old fishing pot
A local clean-up group says it is prohibited from removing unmarked pots due to regulations. The matter has come to a head again after a juvenile crocodile was found dead in an unmarked crab pot on the bank of a river in north Queensland. ⌘ Read more
With 'seawater' in his veins, Terry will spend his first fishing season on land in 63 years
Fisherman Terry Aldenhoven loved his job so much that he's only just retired at 78 and could still climb the mast of the tuna boat he skippered. ⌘ Read more
Indigenous artist recreates midden at Sydney's Opera House with help of 'scrub club'
An Indigenous artist enlists the public's help to clean tens of thousands of oyster shells for a new sculpture reminding visitors of Bennelong Point/Tubowgule's cultural significance. ⌘ Read more
Six decades since paddle-steamer's treacherous relocation, crewman recalls 'Queen of the Murray' adventure
Retired paddle-steamer PS Gem's journey up the Murray River to its forever home was expected to take 10 days, but would last nine months. The iconic boat's arrival at Swan Hill in Victoria's north-west in 1963 is being remembered 60 years on. ⌘ Read more
Paying more for coffee lately? Cafes warn prices will keep rising in 'vicious cycle'
Hospitality businesses are raising prices, reducing trading hours and considering scrapping loyalty perks as they struggle to cope with cost of living pressures. ⌘ Read more
Parasitic roundworm discovery boosts biological battle against tree-killing wasp
Scientists find a new biocontrol measure to fight the destructive Sirex wasp, that attacks the softwood pine trees we rely on to build our homes and furniture. ⌘ Read more
'Use with caution': How ChatGPT landed this US lawyer and his firm in hot water
The US lawyer, a colleague and their Manhattan law firm were fined for submitting fake citations in a court filing. ⌘ Read more
Live: Wagner mercenaries march into Russia after their leader is accused of calling for mutiny
The boss of Russian mercenary group Wagner says his troops will go "all the way" against Russia's military. ⌘ Read more
Peter Rafter reckons spreading footy joy to outback Queensland is 'the best job in the world'
Peter Rafter spends eight months on the road in the 'Caravan of Courage', clocking up 45,000 kilometres each year, to promote the game. ⌘ Read more
How making metal masterpieces helped Eddie cope with cancer and dialysis
When kidney disease, gruelling dialysis and cancer forced metal worker Eddie Rigo to give up his job, he found creating metal sculptures helped him through the tough time. ⌘ Read more
Locals unite to reject groyne plan to save Perth's northern beaches
Residents rail against a Perth council's proposal to install more than a dozen groynes along a 5-kilometre stretch of beach to prevent a receding coastline from wiping out roads or even homes. ⌘ Read more
Risk of falling trees prompts SES warning to families amid another 'burst' of SA wet weather
With more wet and windy weather forecast across SA this weekend, the SES has taken the step of urging residents to avoid public areas where there is a possibility of falling branches and trees. ⌘ Read more
Is there such a thing as healthy, ethical porn? This filmmaker thinks so — as long as you follow certain rules
An international panel of experts has outlined six rules for making healthy, ethical porn. But they're nothing new to regional Victorian porn producer Josie Hess, who wants the edicts to become the norm. ⌘ Read more
Surfers take on 'mountain' of a wave fuelled by huge swell off WA's south coast
The massive wave is earning a reputation around the world as it draws daredevil surfers and photographers to the region. ⌘ Read more
Three starving rare penguins recovering after washing up on WA coast — 4,000km off-course
Seabird experts are worried after three frail Fiordland penguins were found on beaches near Esperance in a single week, when they should have been at a breeding site in New Zealand. ⌘ Read more
When vulnerable teenager Joseph made friends with a high-energy kelpie, his life changed completely
Joseph says he loves travelling and connecting to country on his trips, as well as the constant companionship of his kelpie, Diesel. ⌘ Read more
The NT coroner has begun a six-month inquest into domestic violence. This is what she's heard so far
For the past two weeks, Coroner Elisabeth Armitage has heard horrifying details of the death of a 34-year-old woman. Experts hope it will shine a light on the high rate of domestic, family and sexual violence in the Northern Territory. ⌘ Read more
'Doesn't pass the pub test': NT politician uses taxpayer funded fuel card for trip through Noosa
A Northern Territory estimates committee questions the appropriateness of politicians charging taxpayers thousands of dollars for petrol while travelling interstate. ⌘ Read more
'Learn some lessons and let's get down there again': Co-founder defends dead OceanGate CEO as Canada launches probe
OceanGate co-founder Guillermo Sohnlein defends the company's deceased CEO against claims he dismissed safety warnings, as officials work to decide who will investigate the disaster. ⌘ Read more
England leg spinner on the brink of 146-year history if he gets second Test call up
He is half the age of the man he has been brought into the England squad to back up and once caught the eye of Shane Warne — so who is Rehan Ahmed? ⌘ Read more
Innovative project transforms flooded cabins and derelict caravan park into housing for homeless youth
As the housing crisis continues across Australia, the organisers of this alternative housing solution say it's a model that could be replicated in other parts of the country. ⌘ Read more
'All I wanted was to have a normal life, but he took that away from me'
A former Catholic priest who is serving a prison sentence for sexually abusing schoolboys in Victoria, will be sentenced over more indecent assault charges in Tasmania. ⌘ Read more
Is The Dial of Destiny really the end for Indiana Jones?**
The fifth Indiana Jones film is here, but is it the end for the whip-cracking archaeologist? ⌘ Read more
Turning poo into produce: Canberra's plan to make fertiliser from human waste
Spreading human waste onto crops may not sound appealing, but a multi-million-dollar Icon Water scheme is hoping to turn Canberra's sewage into a valuable farming product. ⌘ Read more
Why the Opals are heading to the Women’s Basketball Asia Cup closer than ever
After claiming a memorable bronze medal at the 2022 Women’s World Cup, the national women’s basketball team will take to the court in Sydney on Monday with qualification for the 2024 Paris Olympics on the line. ⌘ Read more
SAS commando Peter Rudland suffered life-changing injuries in a helicopter crash. Now he's doing a marathon
Peter Rudland was badly injured in a Blackhawk helicopter crash in Afghanistan that killed four special forces soldiers in 2010. More than a decade later he's racing in his first wheelchair marathon. ⌘ Read more
Russia's FSB opens criminal case against Wagner chief Prigozhin for armed mutiny
Russia accuses mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin of calling for an armed mutiny after he alleged, without providing evidence, the military leadership had killed 2,000 of his fighters and vowed to stop what he called its "evil". ⌘ Read more
Week-long drenching forecast across Australia as El Niño takes a rain check
A rainband stretching more than 3,000 kilometres will engulf Australia next week, delivering soaking rains from the Pilbara and Kimberley, across the outback to the eastern seaboard. ⌘ Read more
Between three motorways and in a heavily industrialised area, one of Australia's most elusive creatures can be found
A Wildlife Preservation Society of Queensland survey after last year's floods found Sandy Creek, which skirts the edges of western Brisbane and Ipswich, is home to a significant platypus population. ⌘ Read more