Key market and currency watchers say the Australian share market is likely to outperform other major financial markets in 2024 and the Australian dollar will trade higher against the greenback, with or without interest rate cuts. ⌘ Read more
Key market and currency watchers say the Australian share market is likely to outperform other major financial markets in 2024 and the Australian dollar will trade higher against the greenback, with or without interest rate cuts. ⌘ Read more
Israel's military said five brigades, or several thousand troops, were being taken out of the besieged enclave in the coming weeks for training and rest. ⌘ Read more
One year since the mid-air collision of two Sea World helicopters resulted in the death of four people on the Gold Coast, answers are still being sought. ⌘ Read more
This summer is predicted to be Victoria's most dangerous bushfire season in recent years. Some fear power companies haven't done enough to mitigate risk. ⌘ Read more
Donald Trump's eligibility to run in 2024 is in question, with courts all over the country weighing in – but so far the latest legal dramas are playing straight into the former president's hands, writes North America correspondent Barbara Miller. ⌘ Read more
Marcelle Kersenboom almost didn't survive childhood, but she used its toughest times to create a career she loves. ⌘ Read more
Many Australians experience obsessive-compulsive disorder and Yasmin Arkinstall is one of them. She's telling her story through a one-person opera. ⌘ Read more
World number one Iga Świątek has scored resounding singles and doubles wins to lead Poland into the United Cup quarter-finals with a 2-1 victory over Team Spain. ⌘ Read more
A tsunami of up to five metres high is believed to be reaching Noto in the Ishikawa Prefecture — more than 500km west of Tokyo — according to Japan's Meteorological Agency. ⌘ Read more
It's a new year and that means a whole bunch of movies that seemed cutting edge in 2014 are now 10 years old. Wait until you see which movies are 50. ⌘ Read more
Legendary paceman Glenn McGrath thinks back to his own SCG Test retirement 17 years ago as he sends some advice to the outgoing David Warner. ⌘ Read more
WA Police say the families whose children drowned in a New Year's Eve tragedy in Perth's Swan River need to be "allowed to grieve" after suffering devastating trauma. ⌘ Read more
Naomi Osaka was made to work for her first WTA win in 15 months, the new mother beating Germany's Tamara Korpatsch in the Brisbane International's first round. ⌘ Read more
The death of world champion cyclist Melissa Hoskins and the arrest of her husband Rohan Dennis, who has been charged with dangerous driving offences, send shock waves through Australian sporting circles and the broader cycling world. ⌘ Read more
Police allege a skipper blew almost three times the legal limit while more than 100 passengers were on-board celebrating New Year's Eve. ⌘ Read more
Hundreds of coin collectors were up early this morning to try and get their hands on the first minted coins for 2024 at the Royal Australian Mint in Canberra. ⌘ Read more
A juicy memoir, a Pulitzer Prize winner and a rediscovered Italian classic feature in our holiday reading guide. ⌘ Read more
The Australian Border Force say it is the biggest cohort of foreign fishers to be detained in a decade and comes after repeated detections off the remote northern Western Australian coast. ⌘ Read more
Remakes and reboots have been around forever and it doesn't look like they are going away anytime soon. But do audiences actually want them or is it just Hollywood's way of making a quick buck? ⌘ Read more
The new year has got off to a dramatic start in northern New South Wales with heavy rain causing waterways across the Tweed to break their banks overnight. ⌘ Read more
With just a couple of well-timed hacks, here's how you can maximise your time off in 2024. ⌘ Read more
Ahead of his final Test match, Australian opener David Warner has announced he will also retire from one-day international cricket. ⌘ Read more
Mary Donaldson grew up in suburban Hobart and went to her local high school. Later this month, she'll become Denmark's queen when her husband, Frederik, becomes king. ⌘ Read more
A severe weather warning has been issued for the already-battered Gold Coast area, with the Bureau of Meteorology warning of localised intense rainfall and the possibility of life-threatening flash flooding on New Year's Day. ⌘ Read more
After decades of campaigning, environmental groups are celebrating the end of native timber logging in Victoria. But timber workers like Warren Fenner are grieving the end of an era, and are facing an uncertain future. ⌘ Read more
Russia launches a fresh drone assault on Ukraine as Vladimir Putin makes only a passing reference to the war in his New Year address. ⌘ Read more
2023 may feel like it's stretched on for a decade, but it really has only been 12 months@ Can you answer all our questions about this year's biggest stories and key moments correctly? ⌘ Read more
Eleven-year-old Scarlett Halliday is experiencing the freedom and joy of running for the first time in her life thanks to frame running. ⌘ Read more
Police have charged a 75-year-old truck driver from Queensland over Sunday's horrific rail collision at a Barrier Highway crossing near the SA-NSW border that killed two train workers from Port Augusta. ⌘ Read more
Police are investigating a house fire on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula which happened after fireworks were set off in the street. ⌘ Read more
World champion cyclist Rohan Dennis has been charged over the New Year's Eve death of his wife, two-time Olympian Melissa Hoskins. ⌘ Read more
Israeli strikes in central Gaza kill at least 35 more people, hospital officials said, as fighting raged across the tiny enclave a day after Israel's prime minister said the war will continue for "many more months," resisting international calls for a cease-fire. ⌘ Read more
The $60 weekly toll cap was an election promise from the now Minns government, aimed at targeting cost of living concerns. ⌘ Read more
We've officially made it through to another year. Here's a quick breakdown of some of the changes to expect. ⌘ Read more
Organisers worldwide have readied for large-scale New Year's Eve celebrations, offering a hopeful start to 2024 even as the globe's ongoing conflicts raised concerns. ⌘ Read more
The year is 1993. So what do remote health clinics, housing affordability, mine negotiations and Tina Turner "got to do with it"? Newly released cabinet documents show they were all a part of life in the Northern Territory 30 years ago. ⌘ Read more
Denmark's Queen Margrethe II, Europe's longest-serving monarch, will abdicate on January 14 after 52 years on the throne and will be succeeded by her eldest son Crown Prince Frederik, she announced on Sunday. ⌘ Read more
Tensions in one storm-impacted community bubble over as Queensland's Deputy Premier is ambushed by angry residents. ⌘ Read more
Ange Postecoglou's Spurs have brushed aside an in-form Bournemouth side to close in on the Premier League lead while north London rivals Arsenal crashed to an unexpected defeat. ⌘ Read more
Since October 7, fear abounds among both Israelis and Palestinians. Now there are two major questions being discussed in Israel, writes John Lyons. ⌘ Read more
A night-time spectacle in waters off the New South Wales mid north coast and Sydney delights many this Christmas-New Year holiday period. ⌘ Read more
Shenna Bellows says she has no doubts the incident stemmed from her decision to remove Mr Trump from the state of Maine's presidential primary ballot. ⌘ Read more
Pilger's family announced his death on social media, saying his "journalism and documentaries were celebrated around the world". ⌘ Read more
The boy and the girl, both under 10, were taken under lights and sirens to Perth Children's Hospital. ⌘ Read more
Global shipping company Maersk says it will pause all sailing through the Red Sea for 48 hours in response to the attack. ⌘ Read more
A QAS spokesperson said emergency services performed CPR, but the child was in a critical condition and could not be revived. ⌘ Read more
Professional cyclist Rohan Dennis has been charged with causing the death of his wife, Olympian Melissa Hoskins after a crash in Adelaide's north on Saturday night. ⌘ Read more
It is a wet end to the year on the NSW Coffs Coast, with floodwater inundating car parks and apartment buildings, and a New Year's Eve event being cancelled. ⌘ Read more
Thousands of tickets have already been sold for an outdoor Harry Potter event at a nature park south of Melbourne, which residents fear will pose a danger to local wildlife. ⌘ Read more
With the focus on the conflicts in Ukraine, Israel and Gaza, other countries have dropped off the radar for many people. Some of these nations have been dealing with simmering unrest, however, which could erupt in 2024 and seize the global spotlight, writes Jessica Genauer. ⌘ Read more
Lythgoe has denied the allegations in a lawsuit days before a deadline for California's Sexual Abuse and Cover-Up Accountability Act. ⌘ Read more
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un sets economic, military and foreign policy goals for the coming year, lashing out at the US and vowing to launch new spy satellites, build military drones, and boost its nuclear arsenal. ⌘ Read more
With David Warner about to make his final Test appearance, Australia are no closer to landing on his replacement at the top of the order. ⌘ Read more
People from around the world have descended on Sydney ahead of tonight's fireworks show, with some people camping out for three days to secure a spot. ⌘ Read more
Police say the Barrier Highway is closed in both directions after a serious crash between a train and truck in Bindarrah. ⌘ Read more
The famous Rio statue of Christ the Redeemer is lit up in a Pelé jersey as Brazil pays tribute to the soccer great on the first anniversary of his death. ⌘ Read more
The Christmas and New Year period can be one of the loneliest and emotionally complicated times of the year. Here's how some people are reaching out to connect with each other. ⌘ Read more
Luke Littler powers through to the quarter finals of the World Darts Championship, with the 16-year old defeating a former five-time world champion more than four decades his senior. ⌘ Read more
Making a promise to the gods was once seen as the way to secure a happy new year. Now, resolutions revolve around self-improvement, which may make them all the harder to keep. ⌘ Read more
A tunnel under the River Thames floods, throwing the New Year's Eve plans of hundreds of people into chaos after Eurostar was forced to cancel its train services. ⌘ Read more
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel must take full control of the Gaza Strip's border corridor with Egypt to ensure a "demilitarisation" of the area. ⌘ Read more
A 32-year-old woman dies hospital after allegedly being hit by a car as police arrest a 33-year-old man, who they say was known to the woman. ⌘ Read more
Angelo Giulio "Diego" Bernacchi's vision for Maria Island is still visible today, almost 140 years after the Italian migrant arrived in Tasmania and looked set for success. ⌘ Read more
Pete didn't have any photos of Muffy and Junior the Maltese Shi Tzus, so he decided learn how to use his phone camera to take them himself. ⌘ Read more
When Suzan's insurance company told her earlier this year her annual premium was going up by $7,000, she switched providers. Under the new insurer, she doesn't have specific flood cover. ⌘ Read more
Compact and portable enough to fit in a backpack, a brain-scanning helmet could close the rural-city divide in stroke outcomes. ⌘ Read more
You're heading on a road trip, and you've got your snacks and car charger ready, but what are you going to listen to? We bring you five podcasts, and a sneaky audiobook, to keep you occupied when you hit the road. ⌘ Read more
Swim star Phoebe Mitchell broke her first world record in 2008, and since then has broken 74 more. She's one of the Geelong residents thriving thanks to the championing of inclusion in the fast-growing regional centre. ⌘ Read more
Deepati Sharma put together a historic five-wicket haul and Rich Ghosh showcased her batting mastery but it wasn't enough for India as Australia showed ultimate poise when it mattered to secure the ODI series with a thrilling three-run victory in Mumbai. ⌘ Read more
After a dip in the number of road toll deaths during the pandemic, 2023 has seen a sudden spike in deaths in NSW, Victoria and South Australia. ⌘ Read more
British actor Tom Wilkinson, known for his roles in The Full Monty and Michael Clayton, dies suddenly at home. ⌘ Read more
Russian officials accuse Ukraine of carrying out shelling on the Russian border city of Belgorod, killing 14 people, a day after Russia's 18-hour aerial assault on Ukraine. ⌘ Read more
With nowhere to turn domestically, families of victims killed in the Philippines' bloody war on drugs hope the International Criminal Court investigation will bring justice. ⌘ Read more
Prescriptions may be subsidised but the cost of over-the-counter pharmacy products is adding up for the chronically ill. ⌘ Read more
The culmination of birth control content on social media gives the distinct impression that young women today are well and truly fed up with the pill. In Australia, however, the research suggests a different reality. ⌘ Read more
When the elephants came, Kamal Rai ran for his life, but he slipped and fell. When he came to, he grabbed something nearby — not realising he'd wrapped his arms around a trunk. ⌘ Read more
Pakistan's election body has rejected former prime minister Imran Khan's nomination to contest the 2024 national elections in two constituencies. ⌘ Read more
Despite hazardous incidents and some fatalities, visiting active volcanoes is a popular pastime for some. ⌘ Read more
Security and a snake catcher are called in after a slippery (and dangerous) customer slithers onto court in Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
More than 1,000 celebrities and everyday people across the UK are recognised for their achievements and services. ⌘ Read more
Farmers say it took time to bounce back from China's tariffs on Australian barley, but the reopening of the market has been positive. ⌘ Read more
The 23-year-old Lamichhane was suspended as Nepal's cricket captain last year and taken into custody after police issued an arrest warrant for him over the assault in 2022. ⌘ Read more
Jason McMahon, 42, was one of two men who died on the Great Western Highway at Wallerawang, in a five-car crash that injured 15 others, including five children on Friday. ⌘ Read more
Even at 37 years of age and returning from hip surgery, Rafael Nadal is a picture of fitness that impressed tennis fans and rivals alike upon his return to court ahead of next month's Australian Open. ⌘ Read more
The state opposition calls on the SA government to implement a River Murray levee management plan, but the government says councils and some businesses have already been given financial support to repair damaged levees. ⌘ Read more
A tattoo can be a large investment in time, money and pain. Here's how to protect it over the summer. ⌘ Read more
US prosecutors say the strong public interest in a prompt resolution of their fraud case against the former billionaire — who faces decades in prison — outweighs any benefits of a second trial. ⌘ Read more
Fireworks displays will be held in every Australian capital city, with early shows planned for families at many locations. Let's bring in the new year with a bang. ⌘ Read more
An associate of imprisoned Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has been sentenced to nine years' prison in the Kremlin's latest crackdown on dissent. ⌘ Read more
How has fire management changed since that fateful summer four years ago, when bushfires wiped out a third of the softwood forestry plantation in the Snowy Mountains? ⌘ Read more
Tasmanian yacht Alive takes its second Tattersalls Cup in five years after being crowned the overall winner of the Sydney to Hobart yacht race. ⌘ Read more
Budget airline Bonza continues to draw criticism from customers impacted by mass cancellations on its Darwin-Gold Coast route. ⌘ Read more
Every major WA political party changed its leader this year — so can we expect more tumultuous times in 2024? State political reporter Keane Bourke looks into his crystal ball to see what lies ahead. ⌘ Read more
As they chase a fourth A-League Women title, the Victory receive a boost with Australia international Alex Chidiac signing with the club on a long-term deal. ⌘ Read more
Video footage and photographs from the region show massive waves sweeping away pedestrians and flooding neighbourhoods, as forecasters warn of more dangerous surf. ⌘ Read more
Two men with alleged links to Afghan organised crime have been charged over a suspected attempt to smuggle drugs into Australia in wheat thresher machines. ⌘ Read more
Meat is going off as power systems fail and asbestos is blowing about these NT indigenous homelands. ⌘ Read more
Darwin-based trauma counsellor Peter Bourke has seen how ice baths, or cold-water exposure, can have positive impacts on his clients. He said the act of bringing the mind, breath and body back under control is beneficial for people who struggle with maintaining control over addiction. ⌘ Read more
While the South Australian government has rejected a shark cull in the wake of a third fatal attack in seven months, there are calls from some within the surfing community for other possible responses. ⌘ Read more
Farmers, regional residents and South Australia's motoring lobby want a backlog of road maintenance completed, amid the deadliest year on SA's roads since 2019. ⌘ Read more