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King Charles admitted to hospital for prostate treatment
King Charles has been admitted to hospital for scheduled treatment, Buckingham Palace has confirmed. ⌘ Read more
George Carlin estate sues over fake comedy special purportedly generated by AI
The voiceover in the YouTube video says it listened to the comic's 50 years of material and "did my best to imitate his voice, cadence and attitude." ⌘ Read more
Former WWE employee files sex abuse lawsuit against the company and Vince McMahon
A former WWE employee has filed a federal lawsuit accusing executive Vince McMahon and another former executive of serious sexual misconduct, including offering her to a star wrestler for sex. ⌘ Read more
Djokovic's Australian Open exit at the hands of Sinner shouldn't come as a shock
Novak Djokovic's record at Melbourne Park is unmatched, but against Jannik Sinner he faced an opponent on the rise and who is not intimidated by the world number one, writes Luke Pentony. ⌘ Read more
Farmers spared major damage from cyclone 'still looking skyward' as clean-up begins
Some inland Queensland farmers are relieved, others disappointed, by lower than expected rainfall from ex-Tropical Cyclone Kirrily. ⌘ Read more
'Bronzed culture killing us': Australians of the Year issue dire warning as people flock to beach
The 2024 Australians of the Year have warned the nation's tanning culture is "killing us", but that hasn't stopped of people hitting the beach on a scorching Australia Day ⌘ Read more
'Singing the accumulated histories of our continent': Eight must-read books by First Nations' writers
Culture, family, colonisation and resistance are some of the themes uniting these acclaimed literary works by First Nations writers from Australia. ⌘ Read more
Campgrounds closed as bushfire burns close to villages on NSW mid north coast
Strong winds are fanning the flames of a fire burning close to popular camping spots to the north of Wooli and west of Minnie Water. ⌘ Read more
Police operation underway in North Sydney as buses diverted to Pacific Highway
A police operation is underway at a train station in North Sydney. ⌘ Read more
Police operation underway at North Sydney train station as buses diverted
The operation began at 11:30am this morning and is ongoing with buses being diverted to the Pacific Highway. ⌘ Read more
Russia and Ukraine clash over cause and details of fatal military plane crash — here is what we know
Russia and Ukraine have traded accusations over the crash of a military plane crash that killed all everyone aboard, including Ukrainian prisoners of war according to Moscow. Here's a look at what each side is saying and what's next. ⌘ Read more
Live: Australia looks to strike early on day two at a gloomy Gabba
Australia will be hoping for a swift conclusion to the West Indies batting innings on a muggy day two at the Gabba. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
US state executes convicted murderer with nitrogen gas, the first time the new method has been used
The governor of Alabama Kay Ivey says prison officials have put to death Kenneth Smith, completing the first execution using asphyxiation by nitrogen gas. ⌘ Read more
Melioidosis death prompts health warning to cyclone-impacted communities
A Cairns patient has died from the bacterial disease melioidosis, with health authorities further south warning those on cyclone clean-up to take precautions against contracting the infection. ⌘ Read more
Dutton is pursuing Albanese over his 'broken promise' but whether that will sway the Dunkley by-election remains to be seen
The vast majority of taxpayers in Dunkley will be better off under the government's tax cuts. That's the first problem for Peter Dutton. But then there is the question of the opposition's response, writes Michelle Grattan. ⌘ Read more
ABC journalist Dan Oakes motivated by speaking up for those without a voice as he is awarded OAM
Dan Oakes, ABC weather presenter Jenny Woodward and former ABC cinematographer David Parer are being celebrated in Australia Day honours 2024. ⌘ Read more
'Monster of Amstetten' Josef Fritzl moved to prison years after conviction for holding daughter captive
Josef Fritzl, who fathered seven children with his then 18-year-old daughter after locking her up in a basement, will make the move from psychiatric detention. ⌘ Read more
New citizens welcomed as Australia Day celebrated and commemorated
Australia Day has kicked off around the country with a citizenship ceremony and a flag bearing ceremony in Canberra. ⌘ Read more
Live: Djokovic - Sinner showdown the feature on men's semifinals day
Novak Djokovic will attempt to reach an 11th Australian Open men's singles final when he faces Jannik Sinner on Rod Laver Arena. First up will be the mixed doubles final. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
NRL, AFL clubs join growing list of sporting bodies calling for Australia Day change
The NRL and several AFL clubs join cricket stars in taking a stance against January 26 as Australia's national day of celebration. ⌘ Read more
Australia's nickel and lithium miners are in a deep crisis and want financial aid. How did we get here?**
Plummeting critical mineral prices have pushed WA's major industry players to mothball their mines, workers to lose jobs and the government to all but panic. What's the fallout and what comes next? ⌘ Read more
Meet the family fighting fires as well as misconceptions around female firefighters
Colleen and her two daughters are part of a growing number of female volunteer firefighters who have signed up, helping to dispel enduring misconceptions around what it takes to be a firie. ⌘ Read more
Chances are 'small', but Australian of the Year upbeat about incurable cancer as co-winner fights to save his life
Richard Scolyer and Georgina Long have saved thousands of lives using immunotherapy. Now they hope they can find a cure for Professor Scolyer. ⌘ Read more
Graeme drove 130km to withdraw $300 cash. His bank said no
Graeme Reid says he was "gobsmacked" when a bank at Dalwallinu in regional Western Australia refused his withdrawal. ⌘ Read more
Four 'very kind' Victorian drowning victims mourned by Melbourne's Indian community
Melbourne's Indian community rallies around the families of four people who lost their lives in Victoria's worst beach drowning event in more than a decade. ⌘ Read more
Queensland police charge 63yo man with more than 100 child sex offences
A 63-year-old East Brisbane man is charged with more than 100 child sex offences dating back to the 1980s. ⌘ Read more
Mali's military junta ends peace deal with separatists as fighting breaks eight-year calm
The military rulers end a United Nations-brokered deal considered essential in maintaining stability in the nation, as reignited fighting unravels peace. ⌘ Read more
Indigenous-led dawn services invite reflection as Australia Day begins
For some, Australia Day is a cultural celebration, for others it's a time to reflect on the impact on Indigenous Australians amid an ongoing debate on the date for the national day. ⌘ Read more
Former Spanish football boss to face trial for forcing kiss on World Cup star
Luis Rubiales could face a fine or up to four years in jail if found guilty of kissing Jenni Hermoso without her consent after the World Cup final in Sydney. ⌘ Read more
'Fingers crossed, this is a single ant': Notorious pest enters Tasmania from Queensland
Biosecurity officials launch an investigation after finding a red imported fire ant inside a package from Queensland at an Australia Post parcel centre in southern Tasmania. ⌘ Read more
Trump testifies for three minutes in E Jean Carroll case, after breaking judge's rules
A judge tells jurors to ignore remarks made by the former US president, as they decide how much he should pay a woman he was found to have sexually abused and defamed. ⌘ Read more
'There is no other proposal': Finance minister calls on senate to get behind changes to tax cuts
The finance minister says the government will work with the crossbench if the opposition rejects tax cuts that will benefit millions more Australians — but that the changes they have proposed are the only option on offer. ⌘ Read more
How much do pokie clubs really give back to the community?**
In some cases, poker machine venues are donating less than 1 per cent of their gambling earnings to the community. ⌘ Read more
Five quick hits — Honouring an Aussie legend and Zverev's 4am breakfast of champions
Evonne Goolagong Cawley is commemorated on a major anniversary, while Jelena Dokic and Aryna Sabalenka use a couple of towels to do some good. Here are five quick hits from day 12 at Melbourne Park. ⌘ Read more
Former Trump adviser Peter Navarro sentenced to prison for defying January 6 subpoena
A US judge scolds the former trade adviser, saying his actions contributed to America's "corrosive" politics. ⌘ Read more
First Nations activists will share January 26 this year, but not all agree
You may be wondering why the Aboriginal and Palestinian flags will fly together on Survival Day, but sharing the national spotlight with another minority group is not new for activist Paul Silva. ⌘ Read more
Rangers vow to crack down on careless campers amid heightened long weekend bushfire risk
Victorian authorities say increased vegetation after recent floods have increased the risk of bushfires and are on patrol for unattended fires as people flock to campsites this weekend. ⌘ Read more
Farmers relieved ACCC will investigate supermarkets but say problem goes beyond pricing
Farmers say the current food supply chain model is a "broken system" that gives supermarkets too much power and long-term solutions are needed. ⌘ Read more
Emily Kam Kngwarray is one of Australia’s best-known artists, but does the art world understand her?**
She is one of Australia's most celebrated and collected artists, but her identity and her art have long been misunderstood. This major exhibition wants to set the record straight. ⌘ Read more
Live: Wild winds and heavy rain continue after 'frightening' night for those in ex-Tropical Cyclone Kirriy's path
Multiple severe weather warnings are still in place as ex-Tropical Cyclone Kirrily — now a tropical low — brings heavy rainfall and strong winds. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Blasting your aircon at 21 degrees Celsius to beat the heat? Here's the cost-effective temperature experts recommend
As the mercury rises, you may be looking for some cost-effective ways to cool your home. Here's how to lower your energy bill without sacrificing comfort. ⌘ Read more
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Kirrily moves inland leaving more than 50,000 without power
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Kirrily is moving inland as a tropical low after crossing the Queensland coast overnight leaving more than 50,000 without power. ⌘ Read more
What advice did the government seek before its tax flip? Here's what we know
The government is counting on middle-income earners returning to work to ensure its tax cuts do not worsen inflation. ⌘ Read more
Ukraine and Russia trade accusations over fatal plane crash that Moscow says involved Ukrainian POWs
Russia and Ukraine trade accusations over the crash of a military transport plane that Moscow says was carrying Ukrainian prisoners of war and was shot down by Kyiv's forces, another heated episode in the information war that has been a feature of the conflict. ⌘ Read more
How Aryna Sabalenka got 'revenge' against Coco Gauff to keep Australian Open defence alive
Having spent a lot of time reflecting on her loss to Coco Gauff in last year's US Open decider, Aryna Sabalenka reveals what was behind her straight-sets win over the American in the semifinals at Melbourne Park. ⌘ Read more
From a bull ant bite to the 'physical torture' of the irukandji, we asked an expert to rank Australia's most painful creatures
As Aussies head to the beaches and parklands this summer, we asked a venom expert to rank the top 10 most painful creatures they might encounter. ⌘ Read more
January 26 is a day of mourning for Aboriginal people. Dawn services help honour that
Dawn services are a way for people to pay their respects to the Aboriginal people who were killed during the business of settling Australia, and acknowledge the ongoing impacts of colonisation on First Nations people. ⌘ Read more
Labor is taking a six-to-one gamble that money in the pocket is more important than a broken promise
While a lot of the political commentary is fixated on Labor's broken promise, will its backflip make the tax system better? On that, there's a lot less argument. ⌘ Read more
Woman sentenced to 27 years after St Petersburg cafe bombing which killed military blogger
The 26-year-old was arrested after being seen in a video presenting the prominent war blogger with a bust of himself, moments before the explosion at a riverside cafe. ⌘ Read more
Five quick hits — Green isolated, Windies defiant, Khawaja honoured on day one
Usman Khawaja was handed an ICC accolade, while Cameron Green had to stand alone on day one of the second Test between Australia and West Indies at the Gabba. Here's the five quick hits. ⌘ Read more
Russian court jails prominent nationalist Igor Girkin for four years over 'extremism'
Prominent Russian nationalist Igor Girkin was convicted by a Moscow court on Thursday of inciting extremism and jailed for four years. ⌘ Read more
Social justice advocates, TV presenters, doctors and scientists among those recognised in Australia Day 2024 Honours
This year's Australia Day honours has recognised a variety of Australians from well-known media personalities to those working away behind the scenes. ⌘ Read more
With mines closing and FIFO jobs on the line, WA's government throws a lifeline to nickel miners
Nickel miners could pay less to mine in WA, as the government holds crisis talks with the resources industry as mines shut and hundreds of jobs are lost. ⌘ Read more
Man who made chance fossil discovery in outback Queensland named Australia's Local Hero for 2024
David Elliott, the man who sparked a dinosaur fossil rush that saw palaeontologists flock to outback Queensland, making it a now-famous dinosaur hotspot, is named Australia's Local Hero for 2024. ⌘ Read more
The ACCC is going to investigate supermarket prices. Here's what the watchdog can and can't do
The ACCC can't change the prices supermarkets charge. But it can take them to court if they're breaking the laws in the Competition and Consumer Act. ⌘ Read more
NT Supreme Court dismisses appeal to increase former cop's jail sentence
Jared Porch is serving a four-year-and-nine-month jail sentence with a non-parole period of 18 months, after pleading guilty to grooming men and offering them money in exchange for sexually explicit videos that included children. ⌘ Read more
Raelene Polymiadis's husband shoves media outside court following bail hearing
An Adelaide magistrate dismisses a prosecution application to revoke home detention bail for Raelene Polymiadis, who is accused of murdering her elderly parents by injecting them with her own insulin. ⌘ Read more
State government to replace aging Kalgoorlie power generators after regional WA blackout
Power is today expected to be restored to the final 80 Western Power customers affected by last week's blackouts as the WA Premier promises Kalgoorlie-Boulder's power supply will be "more reliable" in the future. ⌘ Read more
Hopes high for aurora australis sky show for Southern Lights enthusiasts
The official space weather alert wording is careful and contains no guarantees, but veteran aurora australis hunter Margaret Sonneman says things are looking good for a cosmic light show worth staying up for. ⌘ Read more
This January 26, Indigenous Australians are feeling strong emotions of love, respect, sadness and hope
What does January 26 mean to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people?  For many, there isn’t one emotion that fully captures it. ⌘ Read more
Death sentence for man who torched Japanese anime studio he claimed stole his ideas, killing 36 people
Shinji Aoba stormed into Kyoto Animation and set it on fire, killing 36 people and leaving more than 30 others burned and injured because he thought the famous anime studio had ripped off some of his work. ⌘ Read more
Increase in potentially fatal soil and water disease recorded in Far North Queensland
Queenslanders are urged to be alert to the hazards of mud left by flooding after a record number of melioidosis cases in Cairns during January. ⌘ Read more
Country councils want federal government to make decision on Australia Day date as debate rages
A shire president in regional WA says her council is under pressure to appease two sides of the debate around changing the date of Australia Day events, and wants more guidance from the federal government. ⌘ Read more
Queensland records hottest January day of all time as mercury nears 50C in outback town
Birdsville locals say stepping outside is like standing in front of an open oven. An elder says he's seen crows falling from trees amid the near unbearable conditions, but the BOM says relief is on the way. ⌘ Read more
Thanasi Kokkinakis backs Nick Kyrgios to avoid retirement, teases 'Special K' return
Nick Kyrgios might have been linked with retirement earlier this week but close mate and doubles partner Thanasi Kokkinakis believes the enigmatic star is far from hanging up is racquet. ⌘ Read more
SA the most affordable state for beachside living as ongoing urban exodus sends city-leavers west
The small population of Ceduna may be located on the edge of the Nullarbor and be eight hours drive from the nearest capital city, but it harbours the second most affordable beachside suburb in the country and those seeking a sea change aren't hesitating. ⌘ Read more
Melanie, who performed at Woodstock in 1969 and was sampled by the Hilltop Hoods, has died
Born Melanie Safka, the folk singer performed to hundreds and thousands of people at the Woodstock music festival in the late 1960s. ⌘ Read more
Residents sue the Victorian government over public housing demolition plans
Residents at Victoria's public housing towers have filed a class action over the state governments plan to knock down and rebuild the structures. ⌘ Read more
Cyclone Kirrily is not your usual cyclone. This is why it's different.
Tropical Cyclone Kirrily's irregular shape will alter hazards to the north and south as it nears the north Queensland coastline. ⌘ Read more
With a new life beckoning, Nick Kyrgios faces the ultimate decision of his tennis career
The prospect of Nick Kyrgios retiring young has never felt more real. As his commentary career blossoms and his injury lay-off grows longer, Australia's most controversial player must make his final choice. ⌘ Read more
'Ripped away from us': Hundreds gather to farewell slain Victorian doctor Ash Gordon
Seven hundred people attended the funeral and hundreds more watched online as the Box Hill GP was laid to rest after being fatally stabbed earlier this month. ⌘ Read more
NSW man to stand trial after pleading not guilty to murder of farmer
Clinton Beau Wrigley is accused of killing 59-year-old Nyngan farmer Joel Carter in January last year. He has also pleaded not guilty to theft and arson charges. ⌘ Read more
Seaplane crashes into Sydney Harbour after aborted take-off
NSW Police says one of the eight occupants had minor injuries and was treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance paramedics. ⌘ Read more
Court declines to halt first execution by nitrogen gas of inmate in Alabama
The US Supreme Court denies convicted murderer Kenneth Smith's request to stay his execution by nitrogen gas, the nation's first execution using the method which is scheduled for Thursday. ⌘ Read more
With just two northern white rhinos left, this IVF pregnancy could save them from extinction
Scientists have carried out the first successful embryo transfer in a southern white rhino using a method that could pave the way to saving its critically endangered northern cousin from extinction. ⌘ Read more
Pioneering family farmer and Maroochydore's largest landowner passes away on Sunshine Coast
Eighth generation farmer Peter Wise, whose family had been working land on the Sunshine Coast since 1901, has passed away after a short stay in hospital at the age of 82. ⌘ Read more
US regulators approve inspections which could clear Boeing 737 MAX 9 planes to fly again
The FAA approves an inspection process that will let US airlines resume flying their Boeing 737 MAX 9 jetliners, which have been grounded since a side panel blew out of a plane in mid-flight earlier this month. ⌘ Read more
Teen who spent months in hospital after horrific water accident warns others
Issac McGair has had a rough few months of recovery after a serious accident in Adelaide's Murrayland in October last year. ⌘ Read more
'Bitterly disappointed': Residents in PM's Sydney electorate react to tax cuts
The federal government's move to halve the stage 3 tax cuts for higher earners and instead prioritise relief across the board has been described as both "good government" and an "unbelievable" broken promise. ⌘ Read more
Shelves restocked, residents returning to the remote East Kimberley as Great Northern Highway reopens
The vast outback region has been cut off via road in recent days, but this morning floodwaters receded enough for a crucial highway to be reopened. ⌘ Read more
Thai cave rescue hero appointed South Australia's Lieutenant Governor
South Australian anaesthetist Dr Richard Harris, who rose to fame after he helped rescue 12 children trapped in a cave in Thailand, will be sworn into the role next month. ⌘ Read more
A quick guide to Australia Day across the country
From dawn services to harbour swims, there are plenty of ways Australians will be marking the national holiday this Friday. ⌘ Read more
Ukraine says Russia 'playing with lives' of Ukraine POWs after plane crash. Here's what we know so far
Ukraine has neither confirmed nor denied Russia's accusation that it deliberately shot down a plane carrying 65 prisoners of war. Here's what we know. ⌘ Read more
Land and air search underway for Canadian FIFO worker missing in remote Pilbara
Ambrose Walton, described as having a strong Canadian accent, was last seen near Tom Price on Tuesday and never turned up to meet a friend in Karratha. ⌘ Read more
Ever heard a heavy metal version of Beds Are Burning? Today’s the day
Between 2017 and 2020 we were blessed with three albums of fantastic First Nations music, the Deadly Hearts series. ⌘ Read more
Stewart Johnston pleads guilty to possessing child abuse material
Stewart Johnston has pleaded guilty to a charge of possessing child exploitation material. ⌘ Read more
Sofia Vergara is unrecognisable as the 'Queen of Cocaine' in Netflix miniseries Griselda
The real-life son of the late cartel boss filed a lawsuit against Netflix last week over the upcoming miniseries about his mother's life. ⌘ Read more
Minister rejects water-saving Murray flood plain project citing unacceptable environmental effects
Victoria's planning minister stuns farmers by ruling out a plan to save 1,000 Olympic-sized swimming pools worth of water in the Murray Darling Basin, saying it could harm important native vegetation. ⌘ Read more
'This is how you break people': Ambulance dispatcher tells of having no free crews and calls that 'kept coming'
A senior Tasmanian ambulance dispatcher tells of a night when emergency calls piled up and there were no available paramedics to send. "I did my best." ⌘ Read more
Picking up the tools soon? Beware, some projects can unearth nasties in your home
Lucas MacLean and his wife Mackenzie are no strangers to DIY projects, but when they bought their latest renovator's delight it brought with it an unexpected challenge. ⌘ Read more
Live: Tropical Cyclone Kirrily picks up speed with flights cancelled, schools closed and communities locked down
Tropical Cyclone Kirrily is picking up speed and intensity at it heads towards the Queensland coast. Schools are closed, flights have been cancelled and residents have been told to stay indoors. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
The Color Purple carries with it a 'weight of expectation' as audiences gear up to see the film
A new take on The Color Purple opens in cinemas today, with viewers of the new film saying it holds just as much significance today as it did in the 20th Century. ⌘ Read more
'This is serious': Heatwaves and cyclones are affecting the health of unborn babies in Australia, experts say
There is growing evidence that extreme weather events are linked to premature births and abnormal birth weights. As the climate warms, experts say we must do more to protect women and babies. ⌘ Read more
Low-income earners to get up to $172 in extra tax relief
Low-income earners will get additional tax relief of up to $172 under proposed changes to the Medicare levy. ⌘ Read more
Former Australian women's cricket captain Lyn Larsen 'sheepish' about today's induction into Hall of Fame
Lyn Larsen is about to receive one on the highest honours in Australian cricket, after captaining the women's team to some of its biggest wins in the 1980s and 90s, but says none of it could have happened without her teammates. ⌘ Read more
Zahli wanted to become a child safety officer. But heavy caseloads made her decision to walk away easier
The Queensland government has announced it's to increase the graduate salaries of child safety officers as experts say heavy caseloads and a lack of staff are creating delays in response times. ⌘ Read more
Burnt out by city life and high prices, the Nguyens moved out west and have never looked back
A full year after Trang Nguyen moved to Wilcannia with her husband and toddler son, the sight of her and her young family still stirs up curiosity. ⌘ Read more
Live: ASX to rise, S&P 500 hits another record high as Netflix and chipmakers leap
A tech rally on Wall Street is likely to send Australian stocks higher, while Microsoft's stock market value crosses the $US3 trillion milestone for the first time. Follow the latest updates in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
Five quick hits — Storm strikes back and a bubbling court causes havoc
Storm Hunter's doubles win comes with an extra couple of scoops of intrigue, while busted courts and Nick Kyrgios's mixed messages cause confusion. Here are five quick hits from day 11 at Melbourne Park. ⌘ Read more
Impacts of Tropical Cyclone Kirrily felt on Queensland coast as BOM predicts landfall tonight
Tropical Cyclone Kirrily is expected to cross the coast as a category two system, the Bureau of Meteorology says. ⌘ Read more